#meiweek2021

Her arms slumped and lips formed a pout. “Fine. Jeez, you can’t let me have my time?”

“Ya can have your time when it’s not on my time. Also I have a sandwich with my name on it so let’s hurry this up.”

“Alright.” She grabbed her rake and pointed it at her mentor. “Back, foul villain!”

Zhu Bajie pinched the bridge of his snout. Why did he have to choose the dramatic one? He could have chosen anyone but he chose the dramatic one. This must be some sort of punishment for everything he’s done.

Although, she did have a strong spirit and that was what he was looking for. Only problem was she focused more on her aspiring dream as an actress than being his successor despite her admitting how much of a fan she was.

There was an excitement in the beginning that seemed to wane over time. ‘I’m not going to be a hero forever and I do love acting so it can be a nice fall back career or whatever.

Didn’t she remember she was rich? Then again, he remembered that she didn’t tend to rely on parents’ money. She wasn’t one of those stereotypical rich girls you would see in movies.

And acting made her happy. No one could judge her for wanting to pursue happiness.

But her focus was lacking and she tended to hone in on her desires more than what was needed. Sounded like someone he would pick.

And she was energetic so she found the lessons about focus and other things boring. Even the fighting was mixed in with acting.

“Stop reciting your lines and fight,” Zhu Bajie commanded.

“You got it, Zhu Bajie!”

Sparks surrounded her and a smirk danced on her face. This was probably her favorite part of training. It was an exchange of blows and strikes.

Her eyes showed glee and she found time to drop some lines in.

Stretching, she thanked him, “Thanks for the training, Zhu Bajie.”

“You’re welcome. It would be better if you focused.”

“Who needs focus? Why focus when you can do whatever comes to you?”

“That’s not a good thought process, kiddo.”

“Whatever. Anyway, I got to help my boss, Sūn Hàoyú. I’ll see you!”

“Alright. Have fun!” His heart ached at the name but he maintained a smile.

She didn’t have any idea who her boss was, huh?

As she left, her acting rang in the air and the demon sighed.

She was great and he couldn’t deny her skill when he watched atop of his spot while she fought.

Her care and spirit were wonderful. She was like a brilliant light that blinded people from how great she was. He hardly regretted her choice.

“I’m going to hog wild on your ass!”