Diary of Guarding Monster Girls-Chapter 664 - 369 Valentina is so cute! (6.2K, please subscribe!)_2

Now the question is how to turn hostility into harmony and make the two of them become friends instead of enemies.

This may seem difficult, but in fact, it's not that hard.

Because the most difficult step has already been taken—Herbert did it for them.

When they met, Herbert specifically reminded Valentina not to act recklessly.

It was precisely because of Herbert's mediation that they didn't start fighting immediately upon meeting (a one-sided brawl).

The second step was completed, but for the next step, Lukalia suddenly had no idea what to do.

"...Tsk."

Coercion? Inducement? Neither seems reliable.

She had been in contact with Valentina for a while and knew that she was the pig-headed of pig-heads.

It's unclear whether it's due to being straightforward or just having a lack of brainpower, but compromise isn't even a concept in this giant dragon's mind.

Apart from enjoying battles, she just wants to fight fiercely.

If a problem can be solved with fists, there's no need to think about it, just keep punching.

If she can fight, she definitely won't waste time with words.

While pondering, Lukalia recalled the words Herbert had whispered to her before leaving.

"Even though you might not see it, Valentina is a good kid."

Herbert had once quietly told Lukalia, "Although she is a bit strong and a little foolish, her nature isn't bad."

"If Valentina behaves and doesn't start a fight after I leave, it means she has some concerns."

"Of course, it's not that she cares about your feelings, but she is considerate of me and doesn't want me to be upset or sad because of her impulsiveness."

Herbert seriously gave her a suggestion, or rather a warning.

"You need to be sincere."

"So, what you need to do is not to find excuses but to sincerely apologize."

"She's an innocent and straightforward child, so don't think of deceiving her with lies."

"Valentina's intuition is sharp, and she can see through superficial disguises and discern others' true likes or dislikes towards her."

While saying this, Herbert was extremely serious, and his expression even carried a hint of unease, casting a furtive glance back.

"And after you apologize, if Valentina is willing to accept your apology, then you can move on to the next step; you need to offer her some benefits to bring you closer."

Benefits?

What kind of benefits can I offer her?

Lukalia was a bit baffled at this moment, unsure of what she could offer the other party.

She was stuck there, unable to communicate with the outside world, and didn't have any special magic items, essentially nothing of value.

But she was mistaken; the benefits Herbert referred to weren't material offerings.

"Forget it, let me point you in the right direction — food."

In the end, Herbert decided not to be cryptic anymore and gave her direct guidance.

"Valentina really loves eating. Although food isn't necessary for her, eating is one of her great pleasures."

"Even food that she doesn't actually consume, just a few memories, will do; if you can use food as bait, it will certainly greatly reduce her hostility toward you."

"Alright, that's all I can say, how to proceed specifically is up to you to figure out."

To be honest, the plan Herbert provided was very comprehensive and responsible, leaving no room for fault.

But somehow, it always gave Lukalia a sense of déjà vu, as if Herbert wasn't teaching her to make peace with Valentina.

But more like a caretaker painstakingly instructing others on how to establish friendship with his large, dangerous pet.

Moreover, Herbert was like an old father worried that his daughter wouldn't get along well with others.

She saw that not only did Herbert give her advice, but he had also repeatedly instructed Valentina.

He was the one caught in between, working the hardest.

He was simply worrying himself sick.

Thinking of this, Lukalia suddenly couldn't help but start laughing.

"Pfft! Haha… uh!"

As she laughed out loud, Lukalia realized the mistake she'd made and understood that she had been careless.

"Hmm?"

Across from her, Valentina wasn't really angry anymore, but seeing Lukalia suddenly burst into laughter made her squint, eyes narrowing dangerously on the mirror's reflection.

"What do you mean by that?"

"Are you mocking me?"

Lukalia silently broke into a sweat but managed to keep a calm facade, shaking her head and softly replying, "Of course not, I didn't mean to mock you at all."

"Then why are you laughing?"

"...I just suddenly thought of something happy."

After sweating and finishing her sentence, Lukalia quickly shifted the topic: "Valentina, although I apologized to you just now, I know that's not enough."

"To demonstrate my sincerity, I've specially prepared a unique gift for you."

"Please don't refuse it, believe me, you'll definitely like it."

To ensure that Miss Hungry Dragon wouldn't refuse, she added, "This was Herbert's suggestion to me; he also hopes you can forgive me."

Valentina originally didn't care much and was about to say, "Who cares about your gift, fighting me (letting me beat you up) is the best gift!" But raised her eyebrow upon hearing Herbert's name.

Herbert's suggestion?

Upon hearing this name, Miss Hungry Dragon's attitude instantly softened, and the biting pressure she emitted significantly diminished.