People are writing diaries in Douluo, Bibi Dong is crazy about it

**Chapter 187: Mom, Why Are You Pinching Me?**

Since Xiao Wu had received the "Copy of Zhao Ling's Diary" early on, she was already familiar with much of its contents.

Because of this, she sneered silently at Zhao Ling's remarks. But, for the sake of sparing her mother from an untimely fate and securing an earlier chance to enter the human world herself, she chose to remain silent.

At that moment, Zhao Ling caught the faintly contemptuous look Xiao Wu gave him, and his heart skipped a beat.

'No way. Did my story convince Ah Rou, Da Ming, and Er Ming, but fail to fool this little rabbit?'

'This shouldn't be possible. While Xiao Wu was intelligent and clever in the original work, she hadn't yet transformed into a human or experienced the intrigues of the human world.

Compared to a seasoned schemer like me, how could she detect my intentions?'

'No, she's probably just upset about not being able to avenge Er Ming.

But it doesn't matter. Once I take her and Ah Rou to the human world, I'll carefully train both of them.'

Zhao Ling shifted his gaze from Xiao Wu and focused on Arou. Noticing her tear-streaked face, he spoke gently to console her.

"Sister Arou, please accept my condolences. Brother Rabbit entrusted you and Xiao Wu to me, and I won't break that promise. I want to take you and your daughter to the human world so I can care for you as he wished."

Arou hesitated, lowering her gaze to her daughter. Her lips quivered slightly as she replied, "Xiao Wu will transform into human form in a few years. I'm worried that her identity will be exposed when that happens. Perhaps we should delay this plan for now."

Delay? That's out of the question.

Zhao Ling wouldn't allow the mother and daughter to stay in the Star Dou Great Forest forever. What if Arou wandered into a dangerous place and perished?

Even if she avoided danger, the thought of Spirit Hall or the Upper Three Sects hunting them down for their soul rings was equally worrisome.

Though unlikely, it wasn't impossible. Zhao Ling had grand ideals of providing "all the beautiful women in Douluo a warm home." He felt it was urgent to take Arou and Xiao Wu away.

His mind raced for an argument. With a serious expression, he spoke righteously:

"I think you should come to the human world now to get accustomed to it. When Xiao Wu is ready to transform, I will personally take her to the Sunset Forest to ensure her safety.

My protection is far better than what Da Ming and Er Ming can offer. Or… do you not trust me, the man with a life-and-death friendship with your husband?"

Zhao Ling's words gave Arou pause. She looked down at Xiao Wu, silently seeking her opinion.

Xiao Wu nodded without hesitation.

"I also want to go to the human world soon. Even though this human bullied Er Ming earlier, I can tell he means us no harm.

Besides, with his strength, if he intended to harm us, he could have done so easily. There's no need for him to take us to the human world otherwise."

Her words reassured Arou. While she wasn't opposed to going with Zhao Ling, she still hesitated.

When her gaze met Zhao Ling's, her heart suddenly skipped a beat. Her thoughts spiraled. 'What's happening to me?'

She felt strangely drawn to him—a man she'd only just met. Her heart raced uncontrollably.

In the past, it had taken years for her to develop feelings for her late husband. Yet here she was, staring at Zhao Ling and unable to look away.

If not for Xiao Wu's earlier outburst, she might never have torn her gaze away from his face.

'Why does this man have such an effect on me?' He's handsome, yes, but not so extraordinary as to justify this reaction.

Arou's guilt mounted. 'Am I a disloyal woman? My husband only recently passed away, and now I have thoughts about his best friend. How could I betray his memory like this?'

Meanwhile, Zhao Ling was inwardly celebrating. Arou's lingering gaze was proof of his "Female Killer lv.1" passive skill at work.

Although the skill sometimes annoyed him by attracting unwanted attention, it certainly came in handy now. Being stared at by a beautiful woman like Arou was undeniably satisfying.

Her look of infatuation nearly awakened the inner Prime Minister in Zhao Ling, and the corners of his lips curled into a pleased smile.

Arou noticed his smile and felt an even stronger pang of guilt. She instinctively pinched her waist, hoping the pain would snap her out of her state.

However, she didn't realize she had pinched her daughter instead.

"Mom! Why are you pinching me?!" Xiao Wu cried out in pain.

Her outburst brought Arou back to reality. Embarrassed, she released Xiao Wu, who quickly wriggled out of her arms and leapt back onto Er Ming's shoulders.

Arou's cheeks flushed crimson. She hadn't meant to pinch her daughter, and now she felt even more mortified.

Regaining her composure, she turned to Zhao Ling and said, "Since Xiao Wu wants to go to the human world, we'll go with you."

Despite her words, she avoided meeting Zhao Ling's eyes. His presence confused her—he was too charming, too disarming.

Could he have some innate ability, like the charm skills of the Soft Bone Charm Rabbit clan?

Arou pondered this possibility. Her second skill, Charm, could compel men and even some women to develop a favorable impression of her. Yet Zhao Ling hadn't used any visible abilities, as though his charm were entirely natural.

But why didn't this charm affect her daughter? Could it only work on human women or humanoid creatures?

Unable to decipher the mystery, Arou decided to let it go. One thing's for sure—this man is strange.

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