“Rulu, what you said makes some sense. So what should we do? Shouldn’t we find a way to help Sphinx?” Hearing Rulu's words, Shari couldn't help but worry about Sphinx's future.
“It depends on him,” Rulu said, looking at Sphinx with a serious expression. “I ask you, Sphinx, do you want to control your own destiny, or do you want to let others manipulate you and be at their mercy?”
“I... I just want to survive. I don't know about anything else,” Sphinx stammered.
“If you want to survive, then you cannot stay here any longer. The people here will not respect you; they will discard you at any moment. If you continue to stay here, there will be no good outcome.”
“But if I don't stay here, where should I go?”
“I can give you a chance, a chance to take control of your own destiny again, but you need to have a lot of courage and determination.”
“Then... what should I do?”
“It’s simple. From now on, you will follow me and work for me. I will find a way to solve your living arrangements, and I will provide you with protection, ensuring you are not harmed by the outside world.”
“Can this really work? Do you really have the ability to protect me?” Sphinx looked at Rulu hesitantly, unsure whether to trust him.
“Whether to believe me is up to you to decide, but I can assure you that you have no future here. Think carefully about what you should do.”
After listening to Rulu's words, Sphinx lowered his head and began to ponder what Rulu had just said. Rulu did not rush him, allowing Sphinx to think it through before responding.
During the time Sphinx was contemplating, Shari pulled Rulu aside and whispered, “Rulu, what exactly are you planning? Do you really want Sphinx to leave here and follow you?”
“That's right. This is the only way to save him.”
“I don't think it's that simple. Rulu, you must have other plans. Are you scheming something?” Shari keenly sensed something and stared into Rulu's eyes.
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“Shari, you’re very smart. However, I hope you don’t ask too many questions. Everyone has their own privacy. If you touch on my privacy, then I will have to distance myself from you,” Rulu said with a cold look, his tone becoming harsh.
“Okay... I won’t ask anymore,” Shari hurriedly replied, flustered by Rulu's cold gaze.
“Thank you, Shari. Actually, regarding Sphinx, I still need your help.” Rulu smiled gently, extending his hands to grasp Shari's.
Shari did not pull away, allowing Rulu to hold her hands. She said, “I can help you, but Rulu, you must promise me that you won’t contact me without notice again. If you run into any difficulties, you can come to me. As long as it’s something I can do, I will definitely help you.”
Rulu smiled and said, “Don’t worry. With you, this little fool, to command, I am more than happy. I will definitely contact you. Even if you don’t want to help, I will make you, Shari, work for me.” As he said this, Rulu lifted Shari's hand and kissed it, then looked at her with a mischievous smile.
“Ugh, Rulu, you little rascal, always bullying me. You’re getting worse and worse,” Shari quickly withdrew her hand. Despite her words, a joyful smile appeared on her face, and her eyes were filled with affection as she looked at Rulu.
After a while, Rulu and Shari returned to Sphinx’s side. At this moment, Sphinx had made a decision. He said, “I think what you just said, Brother Rulu, makes a lot of sense. I am willing to follow you, Brother Rulu.”
“Hmm, you’re very smart. Your decision is wise, Sphinx,” Rulu nodded at Sphinx, a smile of approval on his face.
Sphinx, a bit excited, said, “Then Brother Rulu will be my boss from now on. I will listen to everything you say, boss.”
“Very good. By the way, everything that happened here just now, Sphinx, you must not tell anyone. If you leak even a little bit of information, then what we discussed will be null and void, and I will no longer help you. Do you understand what I mean?”
Sphinx thought for a moment and said, “I understand. If anyone asks me, I will say I have never seen you, Brother Rulu, and that you have never spoken to me. Even if others hit me or threaten me, I will not reveal what happened just now.”
“Exactly. Although Sphinx, you are not human, you are smarter than most humans. You have truly impressed me.”
Sphinx grinned proudly and said, “Of course! I often read and study. My grades are better than many others in school.”
“Oh, that’s really impressive. Alright, Sphinx, you can go ahead now. I still have some matters to discuss with Sister Shari.”
Sphinx, puzzled, said, “But didn’t you say you were going to take me away from here, Brother Rulu?”
“No, Sphinx, you will stay here for now. If you need to find me, you can contact me through Shari. If I have something to tell you, I will have Shari notify you.”
“Okay, I understand. Whatever you say goes, boss. You and Sister Shari can talk slowly. I’ll leave first.” Saying this, Sphinx moved his four sturdy legs and happily left the woods.