82: Chapter 0082 News

The enthusiastic reception from Christine and Payne completely overwhelmed Li Size and Gelia. This pace was a bit much for Li Size to handle, so citing that it wasn't quite appropriate yet, he chose to stay at a hotel for the night under the disappointed gazes of the three.

He couldn't help it; Felina was waiting for him at the hotel.

However, before leaving, Old Payne called Li Size into his study privately. There was some relatively confidential information that needed to be shared with his future son-in-law in advance.

Old Payne brewed some tea for Li Size. It was fragrant upon tasting, seemingly having the effect of settling the mind, but there was no chance of it permanently increasing Mental Energy.

Old Payne took out a notebook, briefly looked over the meeting minutes from the day before yesterday, and smiled at Li Size, “You’re quite something, kid. A little sorcerer donkey actually managed to attract the attention of both the Military Department and the Police Department.”

“Ah? Is that a good thing or a bad thing?” Li Size hadn't expected the Military Department and the Police Department to move so quickly. Although this thing was indeed very helpful to people, Li Size had anticipated that attracting the military’s attention would require waiting until it was popularized nationwide.

Perhaps something he didn't know had happened in the process...

Old Payne gave Li Size a look that said 'don't worry' and continued, “Well, for you, it’s definitely a good thing. Regarding intellectual property rights protection, the Duchy’s Military Department cannot overstep its bounds on behalf of the Duchy. The military is preparing to issue a direct military order, but the military will try to figure out your costs and squeeze your profits as much as possible. You need to be careful.”

Hearing this, Li Size became excited. This was an order from the Military Department, and currently, due to intellectual property protection, this was a monopoly business!

It was incredibly satisfying; life was taking off!

Old Payne understood Li Size's excited expression and smiled knowingly. Even he was surprised by the military's resolution. After waiting a moment and seeing Li Size calm down slightly, he continued, “Well, the Police Department doesn't have as much money as the Military Department, and the decision-making power mostly lies with the local police stations. Therefore, how to promote the popularization of the little sorcerer donkey and the witchcraft motorcycle still requires further discussion at the high level. I will have the Gray Mist Mountain Town police station, which has the highest adoption rate, compile a summary report to submit to the Police Department to facilitate its promotion within the Police Department.”

Saying this, the old man mischievously winked at Li Size, giving him a look that said, 'See how much I'm taking care of you?'

Li Size naturally expressed his thanks, but he still couldn't manage to utter the word 'Dad,' which disappointed the expectant Payne.

The two exchanged a few words about the resolutions from the Military Department and the Police Department. Although he didn't know what force had prompted these resolutions to be issued so quickly, it was undoubtedly a good thing, an opportunity Li Size had to grasp tightly. Old Payne stated that if Li Size encountered any difficulties, he could approach him anytime.

Just when Li Size thought Payne was done with the news, he saw Payne's expression suddenly turn serious: “But you must also be careful! As far as I know, more than two top-tier organizations have already set their sights on you and are preparing to make a move. When these giants strike, they don't hold back; it will certainly be a thunderous blow aimed at your vital points, perhaps even at you personally or those close to you. They have goals and plans, and they will stop at nothing to achieve their ends! Many inventions by Geniuses have been destroyed by them using these despicable methods. Before such organizations, what I can do to help you is limited. Everything relies on your caution!”

Old Payne also recounted to Li Size stories from history about how these top-tier organizations conspired to seize the inventions of Geniuses. Old Payne's gravity and the past tactics of these giants made Li Size feel a slight chill, as if he were being watched by a poisonous snake.

Originally, Old Payne could have kept this information to himself, but now that it involved his son-in-law, Old Payne thumped his chest and promised Li Size that he would find out which organizations would target him before Li Size's new academic year began, but the subsequent countermeasures would likely depend on Li Size himself.

This was truly a world of ice and fire, but obtaining this information prematurely from Old Payne today allowed Li Size to find a sliver of hope amid a situation that seemed certain death—the orders from the Military Department and the Police Department!

If he hadn't been forewarned by Old Payne, perhaps Li Size would have been forced to hand over his invention rights by these hidden daggers. But with Old Payne's help, Li Size knew that as long as he firmly held onto these two lifelines, no matter how difficult it became, he would not be drowned by the waves stirred up by those giant crocodiles.

He respectfully saluted Payne: “Thank you, Father-in-law!”

Old Payne waved his hand, indicating he didn't mind, but then his expression changed, and he warned, “Christine and I can both see that Gelia cares a lot about you! I just hope you treat my precious daughter well. If I find out you've let her down, hehe...”

Li Size felt a bit awkward hearing this. The events at Gelia's home made him vaguely consider taking a further step with Gelia. He also sensed Gelia's goodwill towards him, but he wasn't sure what step he and Gelia could truly take.

Perhaps a catalyst was needed?

Li Size was willing to work towards it. After all, if the man has feelings and the woman reciprocates, why let the opportunity pass?

He thought for a moment and nodded solemnly. Checking the time, he knew he had to leave. Returning to the hotel, Felina, who had indeed waited there all day, was extremely aggrieved and even started crying, her eyes red from weeping.

This threw Li Size into a flurry. He had been with Felina for so long, and this was the first time she had cried. He felt a pang of pain and discomfort in his own heart.

But he also felt that the affection between him and Gelia made it very hard for him to give up, and everything that happened at Gelia's house today indicated that it might be difficult for Li Size to completely separate from Gelia.

He held Felina, gently patting her cool, fair shoulder with his right hand, wiping away the tears from the corner of her eyes with his left, and whispered in her ear, “Our love has endured the test of life and death. I will not give you up even if it costs me my life! Felina, you must believe in my love for you!”

Felina felt Li Size's true feelings and looked at him blankly: “Mm! I know, it’s just that you didn't come back for a whole day, and I didn't know what happened. I was so scared of losing you. I was afraid Gelia would snatch you away! Oh! I’m so silly, how could I...”

Li Size kissed her, stopping her further worries. This kiss seemed like it wouldn't end until death separated them; both were slightly breathless before reluctantly parting. Felina lay limply in Li Size's arms and said to him, “dear, you must never leave me alone!”

Li Size nodded, making his promise once more. The genuine affection and devotion this woman showed him were something he could never abandon in his lifetime!