Dereliction of duty · 90 years in the new calendar

While doing things as usual, the two young people in the office were suddenly invited.

Xus: Now, you two.

Tonight, before ten o'clock, is there any arrangement?

Flo: ...No.

Yeah, want us to work overtime or something?

Xus: I'm not the kind of person who would let my subordinates work overtime for no reason.

——There was a banquet... No, it was just a meal and a chat with old friends.

If possible, would you like to come together?

Sui: The words of Mr. Xus' friends have nothing to do with us.

After the inexplicable apology yesterday, the atmosphere between Mr. Sui and Mr. Xus actually eased up a little.

To be honest, I thought they might be more embarrassing, but I didn't expect such an effect, Flo found it unbelievable.

...But Mr. Sui still can't get rid of his short mouth.

Xus: It's not all old guys, and...

There should be someone you both know.

As he said so, Flo became a little interested.

It is true that I am free tonight, and participating in this activity is not a loss, so I nodded in agreement.

The above is the reason why two young people appeared in a certain church.

Contrary to the desolate scene where there is no vegetation around the wall, when you step into the inner courtyard of this church, you will be surrounded by lush and unbridled vegetation.

It was late at night, and the lights shining through the window panes were extremely dazzling.The closer you get, the more you feel that this place is taller.

Flo: (No...it's not the time to feel sorry for this.)

(Here are people from the Demon King's Palace...how did they come to this place?)

Except for the two subordinates, Master Xus did not invite other people.

He didn't mention how many people would participate, he just kept his mouth shut mysteriously, he had to wait until he was there to see it with his own eyes.

Standing at the closed door, he confirmed that the young people were ready before knocking on the door solemnly.

Immediately, I heard a muffled female voice inside shouting, "Wait a moment."

More than ten seconds later, the door creaked open, and immediately saw only a black shadow. When he came back to his senses, he found that the black shadow had already jumped directly on the body of Master Xus.

Xus: ...

Are you...is there something wrong with you?

The woman looked familiar.

After staring at it for a while, Flo suddenly remembered that this was the bishop of the clergy who had met once a month ago.Remember her name is Cyndeline.

Cyn: How cruel!

I just want to have a big hug with someone I care about!

It was very similar to the scene when we met last time... Flo suddenly felt a little stomachache.Her attire was the same, with a deep sense of formality—albeit one that didn't quite fit with the way she was presenting herself.

In comparison, the clothes of the three people here are much more casual.After all, when Master Xus proposed the invitation during the day, he had already said that it was not a very formal banquet and there was no need to be cautious.

Flo knew the woman, so it wasn't that surprising.However, Mr. Sui, who was at the side, was already dumbfounded, his mouth was slightly opened, and his eyes were also wide open.

Before he could speak consciously, Flo gently tugged at the hem of his clothes, and took him back a small half step.

Sui: Do you... know her?

I didn't see your surprised look.

Flo: This...how should I put it.

With a mouth that is not fluent, Flo tried his best to tell him the experience at that time.

Fortunately, for him, retelling memories is easier than chatting on the spot, so he didn't waste too much time.

Having said that, when he finally finished speaking, he realized that the three people at the door other than him had already stared at him.

Flo: (Torture...it is.)

Eh... sorry?I, haven't I, delayed a bit?

Out of the corner of his eye, he saw Master Xus being pulled aside, and Miss Cyn talking to his ear.But here, Mr. Sui didn't react much, because he is the one who understands himself best on the court, and he has long been aware of his flaws.

Cyn: I'm the one to be sorry, come on in.

——It will cool down outside at night, so don’t underestimate it just because it’s summer.

As she spoke, she hugged Master Xus' arm carelessly, and dragged him into the church room.

Sui: Just to ask, you...

I know this person already... er, has a relationship partner, right?

Flo: Wait...

(Did he ask the question after thinking it over carefully!)

Cyn: I know.

Miss Cyn readily admitted, but instead of repenting, she hugged that arm even tighter.It's a good thing that Master Zolf is not here, otherwise he can imagine what kind of bloody storm will happen next.

The strange thing is, whether it was the last time or this time, Xus had a lot of verbal resistance, but seldom made a real and effective physical resistance.

Could it be... This thought just passed by in a flash, Flo swallowed, and secretly warned himself not to guess others in a bad way.

Cyn: Hurry up, what are you doing standing there?

Come in, come in.

Looking at her full of vigor, it is difficult to associate her with a serious-sounding identity like a "bishop".

...Before this, the relationship between "clerics and demons" has always been antagonistic, and it is already like a dream to be able to talk peacefully like this.

However, the more surprising thing is yet to come.