"Thanks, everyone, for your timely help."
Just after Cicada Dust left, Le Yu, hiding behind the screen, knelt by the poolside and said gratefully.
"What does 'old buddies' mean?" The girl lying on the air mattress splashed water playfully and asked curiously.
"It's a hometown saying from where I come from, meaning dear sisters or brothers."
Le Yu stood up and said, "For your kindness and grace, I'll repay in my next life as a cow or horse. I must leave; I can't keep causing you trouble..."
Smack!
A hand suddenly reached out from the pool, grabbing Le Yu's ankle. A long-haired sister like a mermaid emerged, smiling, "You won't be causing us trouble; no need to rush off. Everyone's curious why the Statistical Department is after you... What's your name?"
