It was supposed to be a love simulation, so why are they also players?

No wonder this thing never gave me any warnings when I was with Hongxia and the others; it turns out it's dead.

Like some anime series and novels, the so-called early settings are often weakened or even removed later on.

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The truth, well, is probably something the lousy author accidentally forgot.

Want to take a look now?

"Just take a look."

[After the trip to Kyoto, Yamada Ryo's affection for you has increased by 1 + 1 + 1...]

[Goto Ichiri's affection for you +1 +1 +1...]

【Kita——】

"I understand, put it away for now."

He knew then that he really did have a lot of personal charm.

Chapter 249 A Rainy Day, and Her Illness

"That's it! I have a great idea, let's give it a shot!"

Today's famous detective, Xia Mu, is also trying to catch Hakimi.

Although it's a side job, his conscientious, responsible, and highly efficient work style has made him well-liked by his neighbors.

"Meow--"

Hakimi, Spinosaurus form activated!

A ruffled orange cat suddenly arched its back and assumed a standard defensive posture.

Xia Mu, however, reacted swiftly, pinching the cat's nape with two fingers and instantly taming the ferocious little beast into a soft, fluffy accessory.

"Hehehe! A kitten like you was born to be eaten by your mom! Hehehe, now that you're in my hands, do you dare to resist? Very well, you amusing Hakimi have caught my attention. Here are three cat treats for you. Be my Hakimi."

"..."

After half a month.

Aoyama Nanami has gotten used to her boss's style.

"Xia Jun, we should take the cat back."

"Okay, let me rub it again. Meow! Hakimi actually wants to breathe on it. Three cat treats are gone."

Would you actually argue with a cat?

Hakishamu, you bastard...

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Other detectives might have had to investigate for a long time to find the mischievous cats and dogs that had run away from home, but Xia Mu was different.

He always has an accurate search ability, as if he has a cheat code.

The speed was so fast that even Aoyama Nanami, who was his assistant, was surprised.

Gradually, I got used to it.

Given time, I might ask Xia Mu to help me find that mysterious angel investor...

It's too early now.

Because Aoyama Nanami is still a long way from realizing her dream...

Come on.

Run, Nanami!

"Xia Jun, I'd like to ask for leave this Thursday."

"What? Going to Crazy Thursday with your friends? There seems to be a collaboration with Narutsou there. Could you bring me some rice? Arigato."

"No, it's an audition for a voice acting role. There's a female lead role, and I've prepared a lot..."

She wanted to get the role.

So after returning to Sakura-sou after get off work, Aoyama Nanami kept practicing diligently.

"Okay, I approve it. Good luck, Nanami. And always take good care of your health."

"Okay, thanks for reminding me."

Thursday, cloudy.

It started raining last night.

"I have a bad feeling..."

Around six o'clock, Xia Mu got up early for the first time in a long time.

The pattering rain tapped against the window. Xia Mu stared at the unread messages from Qi Hai on her phone, a sudden unease rising in her heart.

"Let's go over there."

A scene from a rainy day flashed through his memory, and he immediately put on a raincoat, hopped on his bicycle, and rushed into the rain, hurrying from his apartment to the rain-soaked place.

The gates of Sakura-sou were tightly shut, and no matter how much he knocked, no one answered.

Is Nanami inside?

Yes, yes.

Apart from Nanami, everyone else in the party was absent today.

Case solved.

Sometimes, Xia Mu uses the simulator's additional functions to look for lost cats and dogs.

"Then there's no problem. Let me unlock it."

Xia Mu activates his secret technique, "The Ubiquitous Mickey Mouse Gadgets!"

Obtain the magical lock-picking tool – wire.

open!

broken--

The wire got stuck inside the keyhole.

[Damn, you're not very good at this!]

“I see this on TV all the time… Never mind, I’ll just climb up from the window.”

Hey!

Let's go, ignore it!

Once again, the secret technique "Mickey Mouse Gadgets Everywhere" is activated!

Obtain the item - Flying Hook.

Aim at the window and fire!

He pulled out his grappling hook, drew an arc in the rain, and, using his elbow to open the security bars of the second-floor window, climbed into the room.

“Xia Jun…”

In a daze, Aoyama Nanami saw Xia Mu's figure.

Logically speaking...

At this hour, Xia Jun should still be sleeping in his apartment... It's impossible for him to be in my room.

Was it from the fever that you started hallucinating?

The person I wanted to see first was actually him...

Nanami Aoyama wanted to participate in today's audition, but yesterday, while shopping for groceries at the supermarket, she got soaked in the light rain on her way back...

She was in a hurry to get back to Sakura-sou, so she ran all the way.

The result is what we see now.

So sad.

I feel weak and lack energy.

"Nanami, you're sick, you should lie down for a while."

Xia Mu reached out and touched her burning forehead to confirm that she did indeed have a fever.

"Um……"

It didn't seem to be her hallucination.

After tucking the blanket in, Xia Mu went outside. A few minutes later, he came back in with a bowl of prepared medicine. He patiently blew on each sip to cool it down until he was sure the temperature was right before offering it to Qingshan Qihai.

"Drink your medicine first, then lie down for a while. You'll feel better. Be careful, it's hot. Let me blow on it for you."

"Um……"

With the other person's help, Aoyama Nanami got up and was fed the medicine.

warm.

"Take a nap, I'll stay here with you."

In a daze, Aoyama Nanami heard the boy's words.

And all I could do was give a soft "hmm".

Now, she finds it very difficult to speak or do anything.

Gradually, drowsiness crept in.

In a half-dreaming, half-awake state, she grasped that warm hand, the warmth of its palm dispelling the chill brought on by the high fever.

it is true.

Xia Mu did indeed come.

Thank you.

After an unknown amount of time, Aoyama Nanami slowly woke up, feeling much better.

When I opened my eyes, I saw Xia Mu sitting on the edge of the bed, holding a bowl of steaming millet porridge.

"Eat something first, fill your stomach, and we can talk after you've eaten, okay—"

“I can… um.”

She wanted to say she could eat it herself, but the boy's spoon was already in her mouth, leaving her no room to refuse.

Seeing Xia Mu's focused and serious expression, she obediently cooperated and finished eating the porridge bite by bite.

"Are you feeling better now?"

"I feel much better...the fever has gone down, Xia-kun, thank you..."

He braved the rain to come for his own sake, running around busily, his clothes still wet with rain and his hair a little messy.

This cannot be resolved with just a thank you.

She knew that during her illness, Xia Mu would soak a towel in warm water and gently wipe her burning cheeks every now and then.

He would occasionally reach out to touch her forehead to check if her temperature had completely returned to normal.

What a gentle person she is.

The warmth in the girl's heart continued to spread.

It's so great to have met Xia Mu.

"Nanami, are you still going to the audition at noon today?"

"I want to go! I don't want to miss this opportunity! Please, I have to go!"

Aoyama Nanami was afraid that Xia Mu wouldn't let her go.

Even in this state, she still forced herself to go to the audition...