Reborn as the Darling of the Delta

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“I am [Zero], not Xiao Hao. I'm giving you Xiao Hao's account now, so remember it.”

Claire's mind raced instantly. So... Xiao Hao dropped his phone and someone else picked it up? Is this person trying to use a fake account to scam her out of money?

If Rometheus weren't here, he would definitely be dragging Ella over with a bucket of popcorn to enjoy this gossip. It's really not easy to find such a simple-minded person in Hafk.

“No, you said you are [Zero]? You are the [Zero] who escaped from the Tower of Babel? I need to go and ask Rometheus.”

"No need to ask anymore, I'll go find him now and have him talk to you."

[Zero] impatiently interrupted the stupid woman. Good heavens, she had already called and revealed her identity, yet she still couldn't figure out the situation. She's truly unbelievable.

"Hey, explain to this woman named Claire that this phone is mine now. I can't reason with her."

Zero walked familiarly into the lab and found Rometheus and Ella still busy. After thinking for a moment, Zero handed the phone to Ella, since Ella was more reliable than Rometheus.

"Hello, this is Ella..."

So Ella began to explain the whole story to Claire.

Claire: So, when Xiaohao gave this phone to [Zero], did he completely forget about me? Waaaaaah.

Rometheus: Stop talking, Claire! Even I forgot about Xiao Hao. I only just found out myself, waa ...

"Claire, I'll give you a website later. It can bypass Hafk's network and contact Xiao Hao. You can add Xiao Hao later."

Watching Ella handle the situation with ease, Zero shrank to the side and began to doubt himself. Was there something wrong with his expression? Why was it so tiring to communicate with that stupid woman? Xiao Hao was much better; he could quickly build rapport with anyone.

Zhang Hao: Really? You won't think that way when they treat you like a cat to pet.

Chapter 256 Telephone

"Xiao Hao?! Is that you, Xiao Hao?!"

After a series of "complex" operations, Claire successfully got through to Zhang Hao on the phone.

"Claire? How did you get my number? Oh right, I forgot to tell you when I gave my phone to Zero."

Claire: Waaaaah, so love can disappear, right, Hao?

"Xiao Hao! Why didn't you tell me you gave your phone to that guy named 'Zero'? Do you know how hard I've been looking for you? You have to give me a reasonable explanation right now."

Zhang Hao chuckled awkwardly. If he told Claire that he had completely forgotten about her... it would probably be difficult to handle.

"Hey Claire, I just got back. I've got a lot going on and I'm a bit overwhelmed. I was planning to message you as soon as I was done."

Zhang Hao thought Claire wouldn't accept such a reason, but to his surprise, after listening and thinking for a while, Claire directly expressed her agreement.

Zhang Hao: I hereby declare that Claire is the best sister. I have never met anyone so easy to please in all the time I have been in Asara. She even has to cook a delicious meal for Roy to appease him.

"Waaaah, Claire, you're so kind. I was wrong before, but is there something you need from me?"

Upon hearing this, Claire began telling Zhang Hao about her upcoming long-term mission, which was to a place without internet access and communication with the outside world. She wanted to let him know in advance and also ask for a few photos of him and Luna as souvenirs.

"Oh, are we about to go on a mission? Will it be dangerous?"

Zhang Hao asked with concern, after all, the missions sent by Hafk were usually not easy, and it was a long-term mission in a place without signal. Zhang Hao couldn't help but worry about his adopted sister.

"Xiao Hao! Hey, who are you talking to on the phone? Is it Saeed?"

At this moment, Mai Xiaowen barged in with Luna. Just as she was about to drag Zhang Hao to log in and play games, she found that Zhang Hao was on the phone. When Zhang Hao saw Luna, his eyes lit up, and he then ruthlessly "expelled" Mai Xiaowen.

"Xiaowen, I have something to say to Luna in private. Could you please go out for a bit and come back in after we've finished talking?"

"Oh? It seems Xiao Hao wants to have some private 'whispers' with his gentle older sister. Mai Xiaowen, didn't you hear me? What are you still standing here for? Hurry up and get out, and remember to close the door behind you."

Mai Xiaowen: (╬▔Pan▔)╯

"Little Hao Hao, is there anything I can't listen to? I won't leave until you give me an explanation."

Mai Xiaowen was also furious at Luna's provocation. Good grief, does she really think she's a "gentle and intellectual" older sister? Pah! She's just an unwanted older single woman, yet she keeps flaunting herself in front of me. She even needs to buy a cosplay outfit to seduce Xiao Hao. Unlike me, I'm naturally beautiful, and Xiao Hao likes my type.

"Xiao Hao, did someone come over? I think I just heard you mention Luna. Is she... right next to you?"

Claire, on the other end of the phone, could vaguely hear Luna's voice. For a moment, Claire was filled with thoughts. She recalled the times when she and Luna practiced archery together, and how she would always drag Luna to eat barbecue with her after practice, even though Luna didn't like barbecue.

"Sister Claire, wait a moment, let me take care of things here first."

"Claire?"

"Sister Claire?"

Luna and Mai Xiaowen both showed different expressions after hearing Zhang Hao mention "Sister Claire".

Mai Xiaowen: Oh, you little rascal, Xiao Hao, you're such a womanizer! Weren't you kidnapped? How come you've met a new older sister? Aren't the three older sisters in the Special Operations Department enough for you?

Luna: Claire? Is she on the phone with Xiaohao right now? I... I want to say a few words to her, but what should I say?

"Mai Xiaowen, you can go out first. I'll handle things here."

Mai Xiaowen stared in surprise at Luna, whose face instantly turned serious. Goodness, Luna had never been to China, had she? She hadn't expected Luna to be able to change her expression like that. It seemed she was still at a disadvantage because of her young age.

"Why?! Aren't you curious about who this Claire Xiaohao is talking about is? And why are you so serious? Do you know her? Stop joking around, okay?"

“I do know her. I need to say a few words to her. You go out and keep watch at the door for me, so that Roy doesn’t sniff around and come over to eavesdrop.”

Mai Xiaowen's face froze instantly. Oh no, was she really going to be the victim this time? Although she was very reluctant to stand guard at the door, looking at the "serious" Zhang Hao and Luna in front of her, Mai Xiaowen could only sigh, then slunk out and closed the door behind her.

Mai Xiaowen: Damn it, it's still summer, but why am I so cold? Ah, if I don't sleep with Xiaohao tonight, I'll definitely freeze to death.

"Hey? Xiaowen, why are you sitting at the door of Xiaohao's room with your shoulders covered? You look... are you cold? It's okay, I have a bottle of unopened medicinal wine here, it's from your China, you can have a couple of sips of this if you need it, it'll warm you up in no time."

At this moment, a passing Uluru saw Mai Xiaowen sitting helplessly in front of Zhang Hao's door. He kindly went over to check on her, then produced a small bottle of wine from somewhere, placed it in front of Mai Xiaowen, and hummed a little tune as he went back to his room.

Mai Xiaowen: Xiaohao, you'd better think about how you're going to make it up to me while you're still inside. Your sister is hard to coax. I won't forgive you without three... five kisses.

And in the room.

"Xiao Hao, is that Claire on the other end of the phone?"

Zhang Hao looked at Luna, who seemed both eager and somewhat fearful, and nodded. Then he said to Claire:

"Sister Claire, it's just me and Sister Luna in the room now. Do you want to talk to her?"

"Yes! Of course I want it! Quickly give the phone to Luna, I have so much to say to her."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Hao handed the phone to the somewhat flustered Luna and said:

"Sister Luna, Sister Claire says she misses you terribly, please answer the phone."

Luna tremblingly took the phone. She had been searching for Claire's whereabouts, but Zhang Hao brought not only information about Claire, but also the fact that the power outage she had caused had almost ruined Claire's future. Now, Luna was somewhat afraid to face Claire.

"Hey, Claire... how have you been lately?"

Chapter 257 I am a gaming genius!

Luna took the phone from Zhang Hao with trembling hands. When she held the phone to her ear, all the words she had wanted to say beforehand vanished. She had so many things she wanted to say, and she wanted to ask Claire why she left her a letter and then suddenly disappeared, and why she didn't discuss things with her more.

"Luna! It really is you!"

Claire, on the other end of the phone, was pleasantly surprised to hear that familiar voice. Being able to talk to Luna one last time before going to prison was a relief.

When Luna heard Claire's cheerful tone on the phone, the huge weight that had been pressing on her heart was finally lifted. Claire was alright, that's good.

"Claire...why did you accept Hafk's plan without consulting me? There were clearly safer options available."

After saying this, Luna was also stunned for a moment. It seemed that... she was the one in danger. If she hadn't lost power during that operation, perhaps Claire wouldn't have only had the option of installing Hafk's artificial spine.

"Claire... I'm sorry, I'm so sorry."

When Luna thought about how Claire might have lost her chance to stand up again if that experiment had failed, her sadness welled up and she covered her mouth, crying as she apologized to Claire.

"Luna? Luna, you're crying? Oh dear, why are you crying? I'm still alive, aren't I? You can't stand to see me doing well!"

Claire panicked when she heard Luna crying. Why was she crying all of a sudden? Shouldn't she be attacking her with her usual sharp tongue? Was she just too happy?

“Claire, the power outage during your surgery was something I deliberately did during my mission. I… I didn’t know you were undergoing Hafk’s surgery inside. I… I was really afraid something would happen to you. If Xiao Hao hadn’t told me about it when he came back, I really wouldn’t have known. I… I’m so sorry, Claire.”

Claire was stunned for a second or two. Good heavens, was Luna responsible for the power outage during her surgery? What a coincidence.

"Alright, Luna, look at you crying like this, it's not like you at all. Alright, alright, look at me now, I'm perfectly fine, aren't I? Oh right, you can't see it, but never mind, you'll see it next time you have a chance. Besides, I should thank you, I guess I've turned misfortune into blessing, this Hafk artificial spine is much better than I imagined, I can practically call myself a superwoman now."

Hearing Claire's still nonchalant attitude, Luna was almost amused by her. What did she mean by turning misfortune into blessing? She had almost been brought to the point of collapse by her own actions, and now she was comforting herself. Hajik, you rascal.

"Hey, are you feeling better? Don't try to act all girly in front of me, it makes me sick. If you still feel guilty, then next time if I accidentally get caught by you guys, just sneak over and let me go at night."

"Hey Luna, let me tell you, when I got to Hafk, the leaders here really admire me..."

Zhang Hao watched as Luna quickly transformed from a tearful girl into a spectator. Judging from the current situation, it probably wouldn't end anytime soon, so Zhang Hao quietly turned on the computer next to him.

"Hehehe, xxxx starts!"

Meanwhile, Mai Xiaowen, who was squatting outside with a bitter face, was idly scrolling through her phone when suddenly there was a ding. Mai Xiaowen thought it was just some trivial message and was about to swipe it away, but after glancing at it, she stormed back to Zhang Hao's door and started banging on it.

"Xiao Hao! Are you guys done yet? My phone is sending me a signal and it says you're online. What's with keeping your sister Xiaowen out? You think I'm in your way? You've run out of love, haven't you? Xiao Hao, say something!"

Zhang Hao (wearing headphones): Woohoo! I'm going to unleash a 5A-level combo full of skill to conquer the opponent! Wait, what did I do wrong?! What's with this white-haired twin-tailed guy? Looks like a hero with high skill ceiling. Damn it, but I'm a gaming genius! I won't give in!

Luna frowned at Mai Xiaowen's nagging. She glanced at Zhang Hao, who was about to control the opposing team with a "serious" expression, and could only ask Claire to wait a little while she went to take care of something and would come back later.

"Stop making noise. Xiao Hao is playing games with his headphones on. I haven't finished talking to him yet. Can't you just be quiet?"

Mai Xiaowen also peeked inside and saw that Zhang Hao had an unprecedentedly serious expression, indicating that the opponent was a formidable one!

"Can I go in and watch Xiaohao play games without bothering you? Is it really okay to just leave me outside like this?"

Looking at Mai Xiaowen's "pitiful" appearance, Luna thought about how she and Claire were just chatting about everyday things, so she sighed helplessly and let Mai Xiaowen, the most cunning thief in the Special Operations Department, inside.

"Go inside, but remember not to yell. I'm catching up with an old friend. If you make a fuss, I'll throw you out."

"What if Xiao Hao makes a big fuss?"

"I'll still throw you out."

Mai Xiaowen: Luna, you.............you bastard!!!

After Luna closed the door, Mai Xiaowen came to Zhang Hao's side and watched his "artistic" actions, while Luna picked up the phone and continued chatting with Claire.

"Hehehe, I'm definitely a gaming genius. Even without my invincible 5A-level combo, I can still crush the opponent with these white-haired twin tails. Wow, I'm really too strong. I'll save this recording later and show it to Sister Xiaowen."

Looking at Zhang Hao, who was beaming with excitement and believed himself to be a one-in-a-million gaming genius, Mai Xiaowen was speechless as she watched the character Zhang Hao was using. This kid really wasn't willing to endure any hardship.

But then I thought, oh well, at least he managed to get a solo kill. I'll praise him a bit more later, so as not to discourage him. If he really loses interest in playing games, I won't even have anyone to play with!

Zhang Hao: Hahaha, I am the god of top lane. Is it my turn to carry Sister Xiaowen to take off this time?

Mai Xiaowen: Actually, I always feel quite embarrassed when I'm helping Xiaohao fry fish...

Chapter 258 Your Little Hao is So Lush

Meanwhile, Luna and Claire were reminiscing about the happy times they had spent together. They couldn't help but lament their current situation, as they found themselves standing on opposite sides.

"Claire, do you really intend to work for the Hafk Group forever? You know the Hafk Group isn't clean. With your limited intelligence, you could easily be fooled by them and lose your way. You should leave as soon as you've done your job."

Luna also tried to dissuade her, knowing that the internal structure of the Hafk Group was quite complex, and Claire was a bit of a simpleton. When they lived together before, Luna often teased her. Now that she had joined the Hafk Group, Luna was afraid that her close friend would be taken advantage of by those with ulterior motives.

"Luna, are you saying I'm stupid? I have to argue with that! I just don't want to read those books. My science has always been excellent, okay? This time I'm going on a long mission, and I brought a whole four classic novels with me. When I come out, I'll show you what a great writer really is!"

Luna listened and helplessly agreed. How could she not know what kind of person her friend was? By the time the book was brought over, it was possible that she wouldn't have read a single word by the end of the mission. It would be more like it was just a decoration.

The two continued their conversation, which eventually turned to archery.

"Hey Luna, did you teach Xiao Hao archery? You've really struck gold! Xiao Hao is so young and he's already better than me. I think with his skill level, getting into the national team and winning a gold medal is no problem at all!"

"Um... It's true that I taught him, but Xiao Hao's skills have already surpassed mine. To be honest, I think Xiao Hao must have sacrificed his talent for learning in this area. It's practically like he's cheating. And it's not just archery; Xiao Hao's shooting talent is also top-notch."

"Oh~~~ I get it, isn't Xiao Hao just like me? We're exchanging our super intelligence for super power. It seems Xiao Hao and I are really destined to be together!"

Claire's words aroused Luna's suspicion. Her seemingly silly friend should be powerless against a cute little boy like Xiao Hao, and given her outgoing personality, she wondered if Xiao Hao would...

"Oh? So Claire, you and Xiao Hao are quite close. Tell me how you met?"

"I'm not telling you, these are beautiful memories between me and Xiao Hao, and Xiao Hao smells so good, hehehe. (???`?)"

Luna: Oh my god, my little cabbage has been targeted by that pig Claire! Luckily, she said she's going away on a long mission soon, so she probably won't have any contact with Xiao Hao anymore. I'd better keep a close eye on Xiao Hao!

"You've changed, Claire. You never hid this from me before. Did you do something you shouldn't have done to Xiao Hao?"

Thinking about this, Luna realized with horror that Claire's plan to harm Xiao Hao actually sounded perfectly reasonable... What a load of rubbish!

"Huh? Luna, you actually doubt me? Don't you know who I am? How can you ask me such a question?"

Luna: Damn it, that's exactly why I asked you that, because I know you so well!