You call this a love game?

Homura Akemi's affection level has increased by 100.

Madoka Kaname's affection level has increased by 50.

[Makoto's affection level has increased by 40]

Current favorability points: 292

Bai Yu lay on the bed with his hands behind his head, leisurely sorting out his thoughts.

In this simulation, when Homura Akemi was attacked by the witch at the beginning, he used time stop for five minutes to escape. At a rate of one point deducted for every fifteen seconds, he spent a total of twenty points. Then, when he fought alongside Mami Tomoe and Madoka Kaname, he used time stop intermittently for five or six minutes. He also used healing on Madoka, who was accidentally injured, which cost five points.

In total, it cost 48 points, which isn't a huge amount, considering that the three people have contributed nearly 200 favor points to him in this simulation so far.

Although there are two other people whose favorability points can be increased, it seems that time is running out.

The scarlet countdown reappeared on the system panel, but this time there were a few more words.

[The Witch's Night Arrives: 47:32:50]

Compared to the last time when he was reminded only a day in advance, this time the reminder was given two days earlier, which means he has an extra day to prepare and prevent more mishaps.

Let's enjoy ourselves for now. Witch's Night and all that, there's always someone taller to hold up the sky if it falls.

Bai Yu stroked the head of the sleeping Akemi Homura beside him, covered himself with the blanket, and snuggled into the covers to enjoy this moment of warmth.

The girl's body was like a soft jelly, smooth and very elastic. Apart from having very little movement, it was so fragrant and soft that it was simply irresistible to touch.

It feels good to touch, I love touching it.

However, he hasn't taken things to the final step with Homura Akemi yet, since a major battle is imminent, and it would be awkward if she couldn't get out of bed or recover before the battle.

This time she's not a magical girl, and her physical endurance is nowhere near what it was last time. Plus, with her heart condition, if it gets even slightly more intense, she'll feel terrible if she can't catch her breath.

Not to mention that Homura Akemi is currently too shy to even take a kiss, so it would be very difficult to go any further. However, if he takes the initiative and expresses his desire in a firm manner, Homura Akemi will most likely not refuse. But considering the issue of mental health, he thinks it's better to proceed gradually.

Although he often teases Homura Akemi and deliberately says things that make her shy or embarrassed, he feels that he should respect her personal wishes first in this matter.

After all, there's no way to back out later and then call the police and have him locked up.

He gently pressed his cheek against the girl's velvety neck once more, the faint scent of gardenias lingering in his breath, making him unconsciously deepen his breathing, as if he wanted to forever etch this scent into the depths of his memory.

This subtle movement startled the girl from her light sleep. Homura Akemi's eyelashes fluttered slightly, and before she could open her eyes, she felt a soft, warm touch on her neck, like a spring stream flowing over pebbles, creating a series of trembling ripples. She unconsciously tensed her fingertips, and even the arches of her feet curled slightly, yet she still maintained even breathing.

The shifting warmth seemed certain that she was still asleep, and gradually, no longer content with its small space, it transformed into morning mist and wandered along her curves. When the breath brushed past her collarbone, her breathing suddenly became erratic, but fortunately, the exploration did not continue southward. Instead, it lightly touched her chin like a butterfly's wing and finally stopped at her ear.

At this moment, she felt as if she were in a hot spring, her earlobes gently enveloped by the warm current, and the unintentional touch of her fingertips entwining her hair sending shivers down her spine. This unfamiliar intimacy made her instinctively want to retreat, yet she was firmly captured by some indescribable attraction.

"Hmm~"

She couldn't help but let out a soft, delicate sound. Homura Akemi quickly stopped herself, but it was too late.

"Enjoying it, huh? I never expected Xiao Yan to be this kind of person," Bai Yu said with a wicked smile, his mouth still moving.

"No, no, I just..."

Homura Akemi blushed and wanted to explain. She hurriedly got up and tried to get away from Shiraha to prove that she was not that kind of person.

but--

"Ouch! You're stepping on my hair..."

Homura Akemi cried out in pain, her body bouncing back and crashing into the pillow.

"I'm sorry." Bai Yu quickly apologized, brushing all of Akemi Homura's hair aside and placing it on her pillow, then asked with concern, "Are you alright?"

Homura Akemi shook her head, indicating that she was fine.

She simply got up silently, tied all her hair back, and casually tied it into a low ponytail with the hair tie on her wrist.

Having long hair is indeed a bit inconvenient for daily life, but due to her family upbringing, she doesn't really want to cut her hair, which she hasn't cut since she can remember.

There's a sense that one's body and hair are gifts from one's parents, but Homura Akemi isn't such a traditional person; she's more reluctant to part with the hair that has been with her for so long.

"Let me braid your hair." Bai Yu suddenly grabbed Homura Akemi's hair, separated a strand, and started playing with it in his hand.

Just as Homura Akemi was about to refuse and was about to do it herself,

He then explained, "Didn't we agree before that from now on only I can help you? You're not allowed to tie it up secretly yourself, okay?"

Upon hearing this, Homura Akemi abandoned her plan to take action and turned around to face Shiraha with peace of mind.

Bai Yu didn't stand on ceremony. He first separated the girl's hair into two sections, revealing the white nape of her neck in the middle. Then he picked up one of the sections, divided it into three smaller sections, and began to slowly braid it.

……

When Mami Tomoe finally found the address Bai Yu had sent her, following the location sent by Bai Yu, in a place that looked like a 'ruin' garbage dump, she discovered that the door was not closed.

She glanced suspiciously inside, then looked behind her at Madoka Kaname, who was covering her nose with a handkerchief and frowning, and gestured towards the half-closed door in front of her.

Kaname Madoka compared the photos on her phone, nodded after confirming they were correct, and then took the lead by pushing open the door and walking in.

Even thieves probably wouldn't frequent a place like this. You have to stuff 2000 yen into your pocket before you leave, otherwise you just can't stand it.

So when Madoka Kaname walked in without knocking, the first thing she saw was Homura Akemi sitting on the bed, being 'embraced' by Shiraha. Homura was smiling 'happily' with an unnatural blush on her face. The two of them were happily whispering to each other, which made Madoka Kaname immediately reach out and cover her eyes.

Not suitable for children...

Madoka Kaname's pink twin tails stood up like startled rabbit ears. She hurriedly covered her eyes, but couldn't help peeking through her fingers. Her bright and mischievous eyes were wide open as she stared intently at the two people embracing on the bed. The lingering heat of their embrace made Madoka's mouth dry.

"Sorry, it seems we've come at the wrong time."

Mami Tomoe gave an awkward but polite smile, apologized, and then pulled Madoka Kaname, who still wanted to watch, and turned to leave.

She really should have knocked before going in. Now she's stumbled upon such an awkward scene. How embarrassed Xiaomei must be...

If someone were caught doing that kind of thing by classmates or even seniors, most people probably wouldn't have the courage to see them again, let alone someone like Homura Akemi.

"No, you came at the perfect time."

Bai Yu casually tied a hair tie to the end of a braid that was almost finished in her hand, got out of bed, and pulled back the two girls who were about to leave.

"?"

Mami Tomoe had a big question mark above her head, but she still maintained her elegant and composed demeanor, looking at Shiraha with a smile.

"Would Mami-senpai like to join?"

"I?"