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Nezha carefully removed Ao Bing's shoes and socks, revealing slightly swollen ankles. He gently applied ointment and skillfully wrapped the bandage around them.
"You’re quite good at this," Ao Bing remarked, his tone returning to its usual calmness.
"The Magic City University Soccer Team often has injuries, so I learned over time," Nezha explained as he secured the bandage. "There, it should reduce the swelling quickly, but try not to move around too much in the next couple of days."
Ao Bing nodded and then looked directly into Nezha's eyes. "Nezha, we need to talk."
Nezha knew there was no avoiding it, so he sighed and sat on the bed opposite Ao Bing. "What do you want to know?"
"About what just happened," Ao Bing said straightforwardly. "That’s not something an ordinary person can do."
Nezha lowered his head, remaining silent for a moment before raising his gaze to meet Ao Bing's. "What if I said you were just seeing things? The lighting was poor during the power outage; it's easy to misinterpret."
"I trust my eyes," Ao Bing replied firmly. "Besides, your reaction was too strange. A normal person would avoid electrical currents, not rush towards them."
"I just wanted to protect you!" Nezha defended himself.
"But you know you wouldn't get hurt, right?" Ao Bing pointed out sharply. "You know you can control electricity."
Nezha fell silent again, torn within himself. On one hand, he had been told since childhood to hide his special abilities; on the other hand, Ao Bing had already witnessed it firsthand, making further concealment seem pointless.
"Alright," Nezha finally spoke up, his voice low. "You're right. I am... different."
Ao Bing waited quietly for him to continue.
"Since I was very young, I've discovered a special affinity for fire and electricity," Nezha said slowly. "I can sense them, control them, and even... absorb their energy."
"Is this an innate ability?" Ao Bing asked, his initial surprise transforming into pure curiosity.
"I suppose so," Nezha shrugged. "No one knows why I have this ability. My parents took me to see many doctors and underwent various tests, but no one could explain this phenomenon. In the end, they decided to keep it a secret, fearing I would be seen as a monster."
"You are not a monster," Ao Bing immediately replied, his tone firm. "You are just... special."
Nezha looked at Ao Bing in surprise, not expecting him to say that. He had thought Ao Bing would be frightened and distance himself from him, but instead, he saw only understanding and acceptance in his eyes.
"Thank you," Nezha said softly. "However, this ability has indeed caused me quite a bit of trouble. When I was younger, I struggled to control my emotions and often accidentally caused small fires or electrical malfunctions. My parents worried themselves sick over it, which is why I was sent to play soccer, hoping to channel my excess energy through sports."
"So your nickname 'demon child'..." Ao Bing said thoughtfully.
"Yes, it's partly because of my mischief and partly because of this ability," Nezha replied with a wry smile. "But now I can control it well; it usually doesn't cause any problems."
Ao Bing nodded, his eyes filled with understanding. "Your secret is safe with me; I won't tell anyone."
"Really?" Nezha asked, somewhat incredulous. "Don't you feel scared or... disgusted?"
"Why should I be scared?" Ao Bing countered. "Everyone has their own secrets and sides that others don't know about. Your ability is unique but not frightening. On the contrary, it makes you even more special."
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