Chapter 006: Mo Lishou

Heavenly Doll said: "Just wait a moment, you will see it soon."

I took a few bites of the noodles and pulled out half a leftover sausage from the refrigerator, immediately calling out, "Pipi, come here"

The celestial doll sighed and said, "Alas, let's not even mention it; one can only say that misfortune has descended from the heavens"

I took a glance at Pi Pi in front of me and murmured, "What is this and what is it mixed with?"

I waited for her to go up before parking the car, then took the dog upstairs

Upon reflection, it makes sense; given its trained demeanor, Pi Pi is unlikely to be a stray dog. It must have ended up on the streets after becoming separated from its owner. With this in mind, it is not surprising at all.

I shivered in fear, as a half-burnt cigarette ash brushed past my face, yet I did not feel the final heat

"Little Qiang." The celestial doll called out.

It has come down

Uh... are you okay

Wang Fang said, "I have already been there." She said helplessly, "I will ask Qianqian's classmates again."

Zhao Qianqian disdainfully said, "For a hundred yuan, so many people resort to such cruelty!" She shook my arm and said, "Xiao Qiang, the little dog is too pitiful; let's go buy it some food."

Wang Fang nodded and walked away, her mind filled with worries

I pried open the dog's mouth and said, "Are you sick? Don't you eat paper?" However, it didn't seem sick at all; after familiarizing itself with the home environment, it immediately started jumping around in the living room.

Aren't you going home?

I started the engine and drove forward a few meters, while asking, "What happened?"

The giant stood up with a loud thud, dirt and stones falling from his body. He propped his elbows on the edge of the pit and asked me with piercing eyes: "Who are you?"

Well, both you and the dog can hear my voice

I sat in the car for a while when the celestial doll suddenly said, "Move the car forward, hurry up!"

I prepared a bowl of noodles and placed it in front of it, expecting it to devour them ravenously. To my surprise, it didn't even sniff at them. The most frustrating part was that while I was eating, it looked at me with the same disdain one would have when watching a dog eat feces

Wang Fang anxiously said, "In the past, she would definitely have called me in such a situation"

On the road, I asked the celestial doll: "What is your friend like?" I was very curious about who the visitor was, as Liu Laoliu and Old Yan were certainly not ordinary people

I can barely support myself.

It is time to pick up my friend

Pipi seems to have realized that I am talking about it, staring at me with its round eyes. It sneezed, and I felt a cool breeze on my face. I quickly grabbed it and took it to the bathroom, turning on the shower for a thorough rinse, followed by a generous application of thick soap. When I used the hairdryer to dry it and took a look, I couldn't help but chuckle. This creature is nothing more than a little mutt that can't be propped up against a wall. Its fur, after the bath, was still tangled in clumps, not much better than before.

Your elder brother is ... ...

Do not go to the airport

What are you doing

As long as it sounds good

Zhao Qianqian felt a pang of sympathy as she gently stroked the puppy's chin and said, "So pitiful." At that moment, the puppy opened its mouth and spat out a corner of red paper. Zhao Qianqian immediately exclaimed, "Look how hungry it is, even eating paper—oh, wait, it's not paper!" She held the pieces of paper in her palm and, astonished, said, "It's money!" I also finally realized that what the dog had spat out was actually a corner of a hundred-yuan bill.

Upon entering the house, I asked the celestial doll: "Why is it called Pipi?"

Then his elder brother said, "The Four Heavenly Kings?" At this point, I suddenly jolted.

The Celestial Doll said: "It is not an ordinary dog"

Of course, it is our home

Arriving at the community building, Zhao Qianqian stealthily emerged from the car and waved at me, saying: "Thank you, Xiaoqiang, goodbye, Pipi"

I shouted: "Pipi, bring me my slippers!"

I woke up too early in the morning and felt drowsy, so I slept until it was dark outside. Wang Fang hurriedly came to my door and asked if Zhao Qianqian had come to my house; the little girl didn't come home after school last night

Heavenly Realm Doll Road: "Pull over to the side after going another kilometer."

Heavenly Realm Doll said: "Are you the Magic Li Shou among the Four Heavenly Kings?"

I followed your advice and parked the car in the overgrown grass by the roadside, looking around and saying, "There is no one here."

I asked the celestial doll: "Can it hear your voice?"

You will see it as soon as you go out

Then the big fellow crashed into the soft grass, creating a pit more than one person deep and half a person wide. After he fell into the pit, he became silent. I took a moment to collect myself, pointed at the pit's edge, and trembled as I asked the heavenly child: "Your friend"

How about calling it Pipi

Aren't we going to the airport

As soon as I finished speaking, I heard someone above me shouting loudly as they fell. I had just raised my head when they were already in front of me. In my haste, I didn't clearly see their face; I only noticed a large figure "whoosh" falling down... With a loud thud, they crashed into the spot where I had just parked...

Is your friend coming from the neighboring province? What kind of car is he driving, and what is the license plate number?

I have inquired, and it is a normal dismissal from school

I looked up at the sky, then glanced at the pit, and remarked, "Is this what happens when someone is caught flying without a ticket?" I cautiously approached the edge of the pit and peered inside, where I saw a giant man sprawled out at the bottom, his eyes wide open, larger than copper bells. As I leaned in, our gazes met.

I whispered, "What is going on?"

I took two steps back, and he crawled out with a grunt. Upon seeing him, I realized I truly could not move him. This individual stood about 1.9 meters tall; while not exceptionally tall, he was extraordinarily robust. Just one of his shoulders could walk a dog, and he was broad-shouldered and stout, standing before me like a wall. Most striking was his ancient armor, complete with shoulder guards, a waist protector, and tiger-head battle boots. His shoulders were adorned with colorful ribbons, making him appear to be a formidable warrior.

Those who have visited a temple certainly have an impression of it; the Four Heavenly Kings are often enshrined in the first hall, towering and imposing with fierce expressions, effectively scaring children. Additionally, in films and dramas, villains who have committed wrongdoings often feel intimidated by these four figures when they sneak into a temple, only to be swiftly dealt with by the arriving good characters. In some folk tales, these four characters frequently play significant supporting roles, often being defeated by the protagonists—regardless of whether they are heroes or villains, they essentially serve as cannon fodder. It is only after their defeat that figures like Li Jing, Nezha, and the Star of Venus emerge.

I shook my head, finished the noodles in a whirlwind, and a wave of drowsiness washed over me. I went straight into the bedroom, and the celestial doll said, "Pipi, take me to bed"

I didn't care whether Mo Lishou was willing or not, I stepped forward and grabbed his big hand, shaking it back and forth: "Mo Ge, Li Ge, that Shou Ge, I've been your die-hard fan since childhood. Every time I go to the temple, I still think you're the most handsome!" I pressed my hand on the heavenly doll and quietly asked, "What weapon does Mo Lishou use?" It seems that among these four brothers, some use swords, some use pipa, and I forgot what else. Mainly, they all look alike, making it easy for people to suffer from face blindness.

Pipi has already become quite familiar and has wandered around the entire house. When I called it, it shook its head and came out of the bedroom. From a distance, upon seeing the ham sausage, it not only did not run over joyfully but instead took two steps back.

Ah, I see you have become quite accustomed to spending money, haven't you

Pipi hesitated for a moment, then turned and ran outside. I hurriedly followed it, seeing it run straight to the shoe cabinet, using its mouth to pull open the cabinet door, sniffing inside, and then making a "sorry, I can't help" expression at me, which was quite clear—too smelly, I can't bring myself to eat it

The days at the end of August have already begun to shorten, and the evening wind whistles through the car windows. There are few passing vehicles, creating a rather desolate and chilly atmosphere

I checked the time and realized it was indeed time to leave, so I went downstairs, got in the car, and headed straight for the airport.

Heavenly Realm Doll said: "Uh, go take a look; if they haven't fallen to their death, then they are my friend"

Then... that's fine

My eldest brother is Mo Li Hai, my second brother is Mo Li Qing, and my fourth younger brother is Mo Li Hong

Do not use abusive language!

At that moment, the celestial doll suddenly said: "Let's call it Pipi."

Which home to return to

Alright... feel free to call me anytime if you need anything

Do not rush; I will go to the school to take a look

I glanced at that dog, which was no larger than a stool. Its fur was matted into clumps, and most notably, the dog was incredibly ugly, with a protruding snout and, upon closer inspection, buck teeth. It was impossible to discern its breed, and it looked at me with an expression that was both innocent and pitiable

What has come down

How detailed, then who are you

Are you referring to my home? As soon as I heard that, I became anxious. I have no objections to picking someone up, even if it’s at two or three in the morning. Picking them up at the airport and politely escorting them to the hotel is a nice gesture, and quite normal. However, bringing a stranger—let alone a deity—into my home is an entirely different matter. It’s difficult to express this, especially since Mo Lishou is a guest, and mainly because I am certain I cannot defeat him. At that moment, I noticed that he had a snake coiled around his arm, about as thick as a soy sauce bottle, hissing and flicking its tongue. Oh right, Mo Lishou’s weapon is a snake—he even has a snake to assist him!

Is there an event at the school

I was puzzled: "So you also don't know who he is?"

I cautiously extended my hand and said: "Hello, I am Zhen Tingqiang, you can just call me Xiaoqiang."

Pipi Suo stretched lazily and let out a satisfied burp, then lay down on the doormat at the bathroom door

I jumped in place and exclaimed, "What the heck! Has it really come to life?"

Pipi stood up from the mat as if it had heard a command, gently carrying the celestial doll into the bedroom. At first, I did not react, but I was soon startled into sitting up: Pipi not only could hear the celestial doll speaking, but also understood the meaning of its words

I haven't seen Qianqian; she must have gone out to play with her classmates

First, keep it for a few days on your end, and I will discuss it with my mother when I return

No wonder that group of people is chasing it

The large man didn't even glance at me, anxiously asking: "Where are my older brothers?"

Where could this little girl have run off to I murmured to myself

Zhao Qianqian said, "A good name." She grabbed the dog's paw and shook it, saying, "From now on, you will have a name."

Zhao Qianqian glanced at her watch and said, "I almost forgot, I should head home now." She pleaded with me, "Xiao Qiang, can we keep this dog at your place for now? If you don't take care of it, it might get beaten to death by someone else."

Standing before me now is the third of the Four Heavenly Kings, Mo Li Shou! Although in mythological tales he is merely a minor character among the likes of A, B, C, and D, can you honestly say that if the Tortoise Prime Minister were to stand before you in reality, you wouldn't be excited for quite a while?

I made a right turn, entered a provincial road, and as I drove further, the surroundings became increasingly desolate. I couldn't help but ask, "Where are we actually going?"

Ah, it seems there is not much of a relationship after all

Heavenly Realm Doll: "It is I, the Heavenly Realm Doll, and this is Xiao Qiang"

The celestial doll hesitated and said, "I am not quite sure either, but it seems to be not far from here."

Mo Lishou sighed and said: "Thank you for informing me, alas, I never expected we would end up in such a situation"

Aren't you going to give it a name

The celestial doll ignores me and says to Molishou: "According to the timeline, Molihai and the others should be on their way as well, but they won't be falling down for the time being"

The celestial doll said: "I will tell you later, just go home for now"

The celestial doll said: "It is only predicted that someone is going to fall, but it is unknown who exactly."

At the fork on the way to the airport, the celestial doll said: "Turn right"

Oh. The giant responded and began to crawl out. I reached out to pull him, but he waved his hand and said, "You can't pull me, step back!"

I got out of the car and looked around, but there was no one in sight. So, I leaned against the car, lit a cigarette, and exhaled the smoke, saying: "Who are you talking about..."