"Really?" Amy looked at Mai Ge asking somewhat uncertainly.
"Of course it's true." Mai Ge nodded seriously, while mentally asking, "System, you should have all sorts of children's toys in your inventory, right?"
"As a chef god training system, this system absolutely does not possess anything like children's toys." the system replied righteously.
"Okay, then I'll just take my gold coins and go to the street to buy some later." Mai Ge said without hesitation.
"Well…" the system's hesitant voice sounded, pausing for a moment before saying, "Although I don't have any stock, but my offline toy production line still exists. Whatever toy the host needs, this system can customize it within five minutes, with free delivery to your door, and the price is fair to everyone."
"Let's check the price later." Mai Ge's lips curled up, but his voice remained calm. He then looked at Amy with a smile and said, "Tell me, Amy, what kind of toy do you want, and Daddy will conjure it up for you."
"I…" Amy tilted her head and thought for a moment, then suddenly her eyes lit up. "I want a little person who can sing."
"System, is there a Lilliputian country?" The first thing that flashed through Mai Ge's mind was Lilliput, and he asked subconsciously.
"Host, do not attempt to violate the second rule. If you do, the system will be reset, and you will be directly eliminated." The system's serious voice rang out, sounding almost like a mechanical synthesized voice, devoid of any emotion or room for negotiation.
"Don't be nervous, I was just saying. How about a pretty music box?" Mai Ge had initially considered suggesting a Thumbelina, but it seemed impossible, so he changed his mind and said instead.
It seems the Heaven has imposed some constraints on the system, reminding Mai Ge of the Three Laws of Robotics.
This isn't a bad thing, it means the system's behavior is still within the bounds, preventing various breakdowns after it develops self-awareness.
Of course, Mai Ge was already planning how to slowly extract those so-called laws from the system. Naturally, he needed to understand the system, such a high-end tool, and then happily exploit its loopholes.
Currently, his strength is so great that he might not even be able to defeat an ordinary human, let alone an orc or a demon. While it's somewhat satisfying to hide behind Amy and act like a bully whenever trouble arises, deep down he feels a little uncomfortable. As a father, the most comfortable state is standing in front of his daughter, shielding her from all hardships.
Of course, he's also currently working hard to earn money to buy physical fitness points. Once he's able to wield a sword, the advanced swordsmanship techniques in his memory will be enough to handle most problems.
After all, Mai Ge • Alex was a legendary dragon-slaying man back in the day, with a sword in hand, he feared no one.
While earning physical attribute points, it would be beneficial to acquire more self-defense and survival items from the system, providing a greater sense of security.
"This system offers 500 mainstream music boxes, priced from 50 copper coins to 500 gold coins. The host may choose to purchase as needed." The system's voice returned to that of a seasoned merchant.
Mai Ge looked at the hundreds of music box images that flashed through his mind. The one priced at 500 gold coins was pure gold, with a small golden figure standing inside—a blatant display of ostentatious wealth, definitely not Amy's type.
Looking further down, his gaze settled on a music box priced at 50 gold coins.
The box has a brown wooden base and a hemispherical glass sphere on the outside. In the center is a blonde elf girl wearing a purple dress with a violin around her neck. The craftsmanship is extremely exquisite. There is a layer of fine white snowflakes on the ground, which seems to be able to simulate the scene of snowflakes falling. There are also fifty songs on repeat. The price is reasonable.
"System, I want the 50 gold coins music box with the violin-playing girl. Start the customization now." Mai Ge said directly.
"Host, are you sure you want to pay?" The system seemed a little suspicious. After all, Mai Ge had just been haggling with it over 10 copper coins for the takeout box, but now he didn't even blink an eye at asking for a music box worth 50 gold coins.
"Nonsense, if making money isn't for Amy to spend, then it's meaningless." Mai Ge saw through its thoughts at a glance and urged, "Five minutes. If it's not done by then, I'll request a refund."
"Music box customization in progress, will arrive within five minutes, payment deducted." The system replied crisply, then fell silent.
The conversation and selection with the system all took place in his mind. Given Mai Ge's decisive nature, he finished the purchase in less than a minute. So, to Amy, he seemed to be thinking for a moment. Feeling her request might be a bit unreasonable, she shook her head and said softly, "Daddy, Amy doesn't want a singing little person anymore. I love anything Daddy gives me."
Looking at the sensible Amy, Mai Ge sometimes wished she could be a little more willful. Her understanding was heartbreaking. He smiled and shook his head, saying, "No, Daddy is going to conjure up a little person for you who can sing, and a really pretty one at that. But you'll have to wait a little while, this magic has a slight delay."
"Really?" Amy's eyes lit up immediately, her heart filled with anticipation. A singing little person—that would be so much fun!
She trusted her father completely. He said he would conjure up a beautiful house for her, and now she had a beautiful restaurant; he said he would conjure up pretty little dresses for her, and now she changes into a super pretty dress every morning. Her father had kept all his promises.
Mai Ge nodded, then said seriously, "Well, while we're waiting, there's one last question: If other children say they like Little Amy, how should you answer?"
This is probably a question every father with a precious daughter wants to ask. Of course, they'd be unhappy if their carefully nurtured little cabbage were eaten by a pig.
Although Amy is only four years old and still young, this kind of thing naturally needs to be taught properly from a young age.
Before she reaches adulthood and develops her own complete worldview, capable of distinguishing right from wrong, he will extinguish any flames that try to approach her. This is also an important reason why he wants to regain his strength.
With a father who can slay dragons, those guys who want to make him their father in law will probably think twice before trying to withstand the heavy sword in his hand.
"I wouldn't like those snotty-nosed guys." Amy crossed her arms, looking smug and mature.