My fiancée Yukino

Kids these days have so many thoughts.

Then, Luo Bai heard Yang Nai say, "I asked Xiao Jing, and it turns out there aren't enough single rooms for the accommodation. It'll be separate for men and women, one room for boys and one room for girls. I feel like that won't be good for me to sleep with you, Xiao Bai!"

Luo Bai shook her head: "We're not going on vacation. Let's talk about these things after we're done. It's only two nights. Besides, it's summer vacation, so you'll have more free time, Yang Nai. Will your aunt and uncle arrange more company work for you during the summer vacation?"

"Hehe, no, I have quite a lot of free time during summer vacation, so I'll make it half and half."

Considering that Haruno is the future heir of the Yukinoshita family, it's quite good that she still has a fair amount of free time during the summer vacation.

"And also, my work during the summer vacation will be at a company in Chiba, so I won't have to go to Tokyo or travel back and forth anymore! So, Shiro, I'll be staying with you guys for the rest of the summer!"

"Okay, then you'd better get your luggage ready," Luo Bai said with a smile. "There aren't many clothes for you in the closet in the guest room."

"Of course I know. When I come back the day after tomorrow, I will pack all the clothes from my apartment in Tokyo and bring them over!" The thought of being able to live in Chiba for the next two months made Haruno even happier.

"I'm going to take a shower now, hehe, Xiaobai, do you want to video chat while we're showering?"

"..."

Luo Bai was used to Yang Nai's driving style, but this kind of driving was really unnecessary.

Luo Bai shook his head: "I can see it but I can't touch it, so let's forget about it."

"It seems I'm quite attractive, that's fine then."

Nodding in satisfaction, Yang Nai ended her call with Luo Bai and went to take a shower.

After hanging up the phone, Luo Bai looked at Yukino and Mai beside him and shrugged helplessly.

"Don't look at me like that. If this gets on video, you two will be the ones who suffer. Someone has to share the burden, right?"

Yukino and Mai immediately blushed and glared at Luo Bai, then joined forces to push Luo Bai out of the room.

With no other option, Luo Bai could only sit in the living room, cuddling his two cats and watching TV.

While watching a variety show on TV, Luo Bai discovered that the guest on the show was none other than Hoshino Ai.

This 15-year-old idol's popularity has recently skyrocketed, giving her a commanding lead over the other members of her group, B-Komachi.

While the other members of B-Komachi are also good-looking and talented, the difference is too obvious when they stand next to Hoshino Ai.

While it's true that every group has a center position, this level of popularity seems a bit too much.

Seeing Hoshino Ai's radiant smile on TV, Luo Bai remarked with a sigh, "It's fortunate that it's a company under Nangong Nayue's management, where it's well protected. In other places, it probably wouldn't be so lucky."

A girl with this kind of looks and age, especially someone like Hoshino Ai with her background, would probably be ruined for life if she were put into a talent agency with little or no conscience.

Don't blame Luo Bai for thinking this world is dark, because it really is.

There are many talented and hardworking artists in this world, but if they end up with the wrong management company, they can only become cash cows in the end. Ideals and goals are just empty talk, and it's good enough if they are not blacklisted.

"Hoshino Ai is already so popular. If she continues to move forward steadily, she might really become a national idol."

Luo Bai's sigh was overheard by Yukino and Mai, who happened to be coming out.

Mai said with a smile, "Ah~~ It's the festival that Hoshino Ai is participating in."

"Hmm, she's been quite busy lately. I'll be going to the film set in early August, and you guys can come with me then so you can see her. What do you say, Luo Jun, how about I ask her out for dinner?"

Luo Bai shrugged: "It depends. Eating with an idol like that can be very troublesome. There will definitely be paparazzi around."

Yukino nodded: "Indeed, reporters are quite troublesome."

Mai stretched and sat on the sofa, saying, "So, being an actress suits me better. I don't have to worry about these things when I go out. If I'm seen, so be it. Oh, by the way, I promoted Shiyu's novel today, and quite a few of my fans said they'd like to buy it!"

Mai took out her phone and showed the two of them the updates on her phone.

Volume 1: Chapter 225 Rock, Paper, Scissors? (2/2)

Mai had mentioned before that she could help promote Shiyu's novel, but I didn't expect her to take action so quickly.

After reading it, Luo Bai smiled and said, "I didn't expect that some of your fans had seen it too. It seems that this can create positive publicity. Have you talked to Shi Yu about this?"

“Yes, she did say that~~” Mai said happily, “Shiyu said she would treat me to dinner later, but I didn’t agree to dinner or anything like that, it’s too much trouble, just treat me to a cup of milk tea is fine.”

Yukino chimed in, "Putting Utaha aside, shouldn't Shinazugawa Publishing House at least give them something in return? Your popularity is quite impressive, and this publicity has saved them a lot of money."

“Shiyu also told me about this,” Mai nodded and said. “After Shinazugawa found out, they wanted to invite me to their year-end event, but I declined. After all, it’s just a good friend helping each other out, and it’s not appropriate to talk about money. Besides, the event they invited me to wasn’t related to Shiyu’s novel, so I had even less interest in participating.”

Mai wouldn't misuse her resources; she had discussed this promotion of Shiyu's novel with her agent beforehand.

There's no need for her to get involved in the publisher's other light novels, since her main focus is still acting.

As they chatted, the variety show featuring Hoshino Ai on TV finished airing, so Luo Bai stopped watching TV and prepared to take a shower.

After Luo Bai left, Mai took Yukino's arm and whispered, "Yukino, what are the plans for tonight?"

Yukino glanced at Mai, whose eyes were shining, and couldn't help but roll her eyes.

"I never expected you to be like this, Mai Sakurajima."

Mai stuck out her tongue shyly: "Yukino, don't you like that feeling?"

Yukino never expected that Mai Sakurajima, who was so innocent back then, could now be so straightforward with her about these things.

How long has it been?

Turning her head slightly, Yukino said softly, "I didn't say I didn't like it. As for how to arrange it, rock-paper-scissors?"

"sure!"

Then, the two began a duel about the order of precedence.

The two stared intently at each other's hands hidden behind their backs, and simultaneously began the countdown.

"Three...two..."

Furthermore, as the countdown began, the two started inhaling deeply, directly employing breathing techniques to push their focus to the limit.

"one!"

Both players made simultaneous shots, resulting in a draw.

Yukino and Mai exchanged a glance, narrowed their eyes, and said, "I didn't expect your breathing technique to improve so quickly."

Mai raised an eyebrow smugly: "Hmph, although you were the first to master it, I've been practicing very diligently. Don't underestimate me! Keep going!"

"Rock, paper, scissors!"

It's another tie; both players got scissors.

And so the competition continued.

Fifteen minutes later, when Luo Bai came out of the shower, he saw Yukino and Mai leaning against the sofa, covered in sweat, with one hand behind their backs and staring intently at each other.

"...Um, what are you doing?"

"Rock, paper, scissors!"

The two attacked simultaneously again, using the same cloth once more.

Just then, Shinobu Kocho came out of the kitchen with a bowl of freshly squeezed juice in her hand, and said with a smile, "They're playing rock-paper-scissors to decide the order for tonight~~ Lord Luo's harem is surprisingly peaceful!"

"..."

Luo Bai's lips twitched. He hadn't expected these two to play like this, especially since they had even used a breathing technique.

He walked over and flicked each of them on the forehead. Luo Bai said irritably, "Go take a shower, both of you. Haven't you noticed your stamina is dropping? If this continues, you won't even have the strength to walk."

After Luo Bai finished speaking, they finally stopped.

One went to the bedroom, while the other got up and went to the next room.

Handing Luo Bai's cup to him, Shinobu Kocho squinted and said, "I was just planning to bring you some juice, but I didn't expect to see this. Luo-kun, although I really don't want to ask, you really can't act recklessly just because you're young. You still need to take care of your health."

Taking a sip of his juice, Luo Bai said helplessly, "This is the first time I've seen them like this. I don't know how it started. As for my health, don't worry, I exercise regularly and pay attention to my diet."

Shinobu nodded and reached out to pinch Luo Bai's arm and stomach.

"Yes, your muscles are indeed well-developed."

Since she was at home, Shinobu Kocho was dressed more casually, wearing a short-sleeved shirt and a white long skirt. Her hair, which she usually wore tied up, was down, giving her a more gentle and elegant look.

Engrossed in watching, Luo Bai couldn't help but reach out and pull Shinobu Kocho into his arms.

Shinobu Kocho did not resist Luo Bai's actions. With a slightly flushed face, she leaned against his chest and said, "Don't push your luck!"

"Then, can I kiss you?"

Looking into Luo Bai's eyes, Shinobu hesitated for two seconds before gently shaking her head.

"Then just once."

After agreeing, she raised her hands and hugged Luo Bai's neck.

It's said to be just for a moment, but how can something like this end so easily?

The kiss lasted for several minutes, until Shinobu Kocho was almost too overwhelmed to continue, and only then did Luo Bai release her.

Gently stroking Shinobu's rosy cheeks, Luo Bai chuckled, "You learn very quickly."

Butterfly Shinobu gave Luo Bai a charming glare, then stepped out of his embrace and straightened her slightly disheveled shirt.

I shouldn't have agreed to that.

However, there was not a trace of blame in his tone; he was incredibly soft-spoken.

"I'm going back now. Remember to drink the juice tonight; it won't be good if it's left overnight."

"Oh, I see."

Luo Bai didn't force Shinobu to stay. This progress was already quite good; let's develop it slowly.

Picking up the cup, Luo Bai took another sip and happily squinted her eyes: "So sweet."

......

The next day, Luo Bai woke up again with numb arms. After getting up, he covered Mai and Yukino with blankets and then quietly left the bedroom alone.

While running, Luo Bai planned out what he needed to do that day.

I'll make breakfast after I finish washing up.

Then I went out in the morning to buy groceries and purchase all the things I would need for tomorrow's outing.

In the afternoon, we need to arrange for someone to pick up Shiyu.

"It's alright, there's nothing crowded together, just follow the steps and get things done."

As he ran, Luo Bai glanced at the bright, sunny weather outside. It was so hot...

Volume 1: Chapter 226 Items with Storage Functions (1/2)

After breakfast, Luo Bai went out with Yukino and Mai, and the three of them went to the supermarket together.

Shiho is coming over today, and I'm also planning to have dinner with Shinobu and the others tonight, so I need to buy more things.

Upon arriving at the supermarket, Yukino and Mai were asked to select ingredients first, while Luo Bai pushed a shopping cart to find mosquito repellent.

After wandering around for a while and asking the supermarket staff, I finally found it on a rather out-of-the-way shelf.

After estimating the size of a bottle of mosquito repellent, Luo Bai took three bottles directly.

"Well, just in case."

Then, he looked at many other outdoor products and found quite a few interesting camping tools.

"After everyone goes on vacation, it looks like we'll need to buy some barbecue grills and such. We'll come and see then. We don't have a car today, so it won't be easy to carry everything we buy. We'll have Yang Nai drive us there later to buy them."

Pushing the cart, Luo Bai bought some snacks and drinks, filling his shopping cart to almost capacity, before heading over to meet up with Yukino Mai.

When they reached the meat section, Yukino and Mai were selecting beef, each holding two boxes of steak and carefully choosing their cuts.

"Looking at steaks?"

Upon hearing Luo Bai's voice, Mai turned around, showed him the two boxes of steak in her hand, and asked, "Luo-kun, which one do you think is better?"

After looking at it for a while, Luo Bai took the box of steak off the right hand of the woman in hemp clothing and put it into the shopping cart.

"This box is good, Yukino. Keep your two boxes too."

Yukino nodded and put the steaks in her hand into the shopping cart.

After browsing around and selecting all the meats, and buying some seafood and vegetables, today's shopping trip came to an end.