I'm in Morioh, just joined a chat group for cute girls.

Irisviel quickly called out to him, "Look, it's getting late, and the children need to rest. It's probably not convenient for them to paint now."

Rohan stopped walking on the shore, his face showing obvious disappointment.

"but,"

Irisviel changed the subject, smiling as she suggested, "If it's alright, I happen to be free tomorrow afternoon. Mr. Kishibe would be welcome to our home then, how about it?"

Upon hearing this suggestion, Rohan Kishibe's disappointment vanished, and his anticipation was rekindled.

"No problem! Tomorrow afternoon! I will definitely visit on time!"

He spoke solemnly, as if accepting a sacred covenant.

After receiving a satisfactory reply, Rohan Kishibe turned and went back to his mansion with a satisfied heart.

As soon as the group stepped into the entrance hall, Kitagawa Kaimu stood with her hands on her hips, fuming, and began to complain to Gu Ye and Matou Sakura.

"Honestly! Where did you two go? Why did it take you so long to come back!"

Her voice was full of dissatisfaction, but even more so, it carried a hint of petulance, as if she had been neglected: "I'm so bored!"

Sakura Matou blushed slightly at her words and instinctively hid behind Gu Ye, apologizing softly, "I'm sorry, Haimeng-chan..."

Gu Ye calmly uttered a few words: "I went for a walk outside."

Does a walk really take this long?

Kitagawa Kaimu looked the two up and down suspiciously, but seeing that they looked normal, she didn't investigate further.

She was quickly seized by new enthusiasm and pulled Gu Ye's arm toward the sofa.

"Fine, fine! Just don't leave me alone again next time!"

She shoved her phone into Gu Ye's hand. On the screen was an action game with incredibly gorgeous graphics. "Look, look! I just found a super fun game! I've been waiting for you for ages, come play with me!"

Her eyes sparkled, completely absorbed in the excitement of the new game.

Before Gu Ye could respond, she seemed to remember something more important, clapped her hands suddenly, and a bright smile appeared on her face.

"That's right! Gu Yejun!"

She leaned closer to Gu Ye and said, "Tomorrow's the weekend, let's go take some cosplay photos! I've already booked an amazing studio online!"

"That's it!" Kitagawa Kaimu mentally gave herself a thumbs-up for her cleverness. There are too many people at home; there's no chance at all. Once we're at the studio, it'll be just the two of us, a world for just the two of us! Then… hehehehe…

She looked at Gu Ye, her big eyes filled with expectation and pleading, as if she would burst into tears the next second if he dared to refuse.

"can."

Gu Ye's answer was as concise as ever.

"Yeah! That's great!"

Kitagawa Kaimu burst into a huge cheer, jumped up excitedly, and rushed over to give Gu Ye a big hug.

Ilya, who was snuggling in Gu Ye's arms and refusing to get down, suddenly became interested when she heard the novel term "taking cosplay photos".

She peeked her little head out from Gu Ye's arms and asked curiously, "What's taking cosplay photos? It sounds like so much fun! Ilya wants to go too!"

Kitagawa Kaimu immediately released Gu Ye, crossed her arms, and looked down at Ilya with an adult-like posture, saying, "No, children can't go."

"Huh? You're the child!"

Ilya immediately retorted, dissatisfied, "I'm two years older than you!"

"That's not OK!"

Seeing that the two "little girls" were about to start arguing, Gu Ye sighed helplessly and reached out to ruffle Ilya's long hair.

"Ilya, taking cosplay photos is actually very tiring."

His voice was gentle. "You need to wear specific clothes and maintain the same pose for a long time without moving. If the photographer feels the shot isn't good, you have to do it again and again. You might have to stand there for the whole morning."

Ilya's initially enthusiastic expression immediately collapsed after hearing words like "very tired," "maintaining the same posture for a long time," and "standing all morning."

Her little face scrunched up, and she shook her head decisively, snuggling back into Gu Ye's arms: "Then forget it, it sounds so boring. Ilya should just stay home and play games."

Having successfully persuaded Ilya to leave, the living room finally quieted down.

At this moment, Irisviel, who had been standing quietly to the side, walked gracefully to Gu Ye's side.

A hint of worry flickered in her ruby-like eyes as she asked softly, "Mr. Gu Ye, is it really alright to have Mr. Anbian paint my portrait tomorrow?"

“I always felt that the way he looked at me was… a little strange.”

Her words carried a clear sense of seeking confirmation.

Although she chose to trust Gu Ye's judgment, as an almost isolated android, she instinctively felt a sense of unease when faced with Rohan Kishibe, an artist who was so fanatical that he bordered on obsession.

"I...I'm not very good at being alone with people I don't know."

She added somewhat shyly, her gaze slightly lowered.

After arriving in this world, her activities were limited to this villa.

Television, the internet, and games constitute her entire understanding of the outside world.

The house was filled with modern entertainment facilities, which were far more interesting than her life in Eindzbern Castle, which had been monotonous for centuries, but it did not diminish her sense of alienation from the real world.

In some ways, her understanding of the world is even less than that of Ilya, who goes out shopping with her maid every day.

"Do not worry."

Gu Ye looked at her reassuringly, "That guy may seem strange, but his mind is only filled with comics, so he won't be dangerous."

With Gu Ye's assurance, Irisviel's unease dissipated considerably, and her tense shoulders relaxed.

"but,"

Looking at her eyes, which still held a hint of dependence, Gu Ye said, "If you're still worried, I'll stay with you this afternoon."

"Hai Meng and I went to the photography studio this morning. If all goes well, we'll be back by noon and won't be late for our afternoon appointment."

This suggestion was exactly what Irisviel wanted to hear, and a relieved and grateful smile appeared on her beautiful face.

"Really? Thank you so much, Mr. Gu Ye."

She said sincerely, "With you by my side, I feel at ease."

……

The night was as dark as ink, enveloping the entire villa area in tranquility.

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In Matou Sakura's room, only a dim bedside lamp was on, and the warm glow made the girl's profile look exceptionally soft.

ー澪?樲⒉８３○⒐仈

She lay on her side on the soft bed, holding a pillow in her arms, her long purple hair cascading down like a waterfall.

A satisfied and sweet smile graced her face, clearly still basking in the tender promise and intimate kiss of not long ago.

After a barely perceptible fluctuation of magical energy in the air, a tall and slender figure silently appeared beside the bed.

Medusa released her spirit form, wearing her familiar black bodysuit, her long purple hair reaching her knees.

She stood there quietly, like a goddess in the dark night, silently watching her Master.

She could see everything that happened on the tree-lined avenue clearly through the shared view.

She had known about Sakura's body's secret for a long time and had even tried to use her divine magic to alleviate Master's pain.

However, Sakura's body, having been modified by those filthy insects for over a decade, was no longer able to accept her pure yet cold magic, and even experienced a rejection reaction.

She was powerless and could only silently guard Sakura's side like the most loyal hunting dog, watching out for any possible dangers.

"Master."

She finally spoke, her voice clear and cold, yet carrying a subtle, complex emotion.

"You're quite bold tonight."

Upon hearing Medusa's voice, Sakura slowly opened her eyes. Her purple eyes showed no signs of sleepiness; instead, they were remarkably clear.

Instead of being shy about having her secret discovered as usual, she turned around, lay on the bed, propped herself up on her elbows, rested her chin on her hand, and looked at her servant with a smile.

In front of Gu Ye, she was a delicate girl who needed to be cared for and was lovable.

But at this moment, in this private space with only her and her most trusted Rider, she shed all pretense.

"Very bold?"

Sakura's lips curled up in a sly smile, like a little fox who had stolen some candy. "I don't think so."

Her gaze swept over Medusa's perpetually expressionless face, then she chuckled softly, "Rider, your face seems a little red."

Medusa's body stiffened almost imperceptibly.

She instinctively wanted to retort, but the words stuck in her throat.

"I really like Brother Gu Ye."

Sakura's voice was full of frankness and sweetness, without the slightest hesitation, "It's only natural to do anything for the person you like, right? Rider, you'll understand when you find someone you like in the future."

"The person I like..."

Medusa repeated the word in a low voice, as if savoring a strange taste she had never experienced before.

For the first time, a pure, childlike confusion appeared in her usually sharp or indifferent eyes.

Like...to be liked...

As a female Gorgon, a cursed undead, will there really be such a day?

"People like me..."

She looked at Sakura, her voice so soft it was almost inaudible, "Will there ever be... a day when someone likes me?"

This question caused Sakura's smile to fade.

She sat up and looked intently at Medusa, at this powerful yet lonely servant who had always silently protected her.

"Of course it will!"

Sakura's tone left no room for argument, "Rider, you have such a great figure, you're so beautiful, and you're so kind, you just don't talk much! I'm sure a lot of people will like you!"

She patted the seat next to her: "Come sit down, Rider."

Medusa obediently sat down on the edge of the bed.

Sakura leaned closer, gently resting her head on Medusa's supple thighs, and looked up at her: "So, Riders have to find their own way too. Find someone you truly like, and someone who truly likes you."

Medusa lowered her head and looked at the girl resting her head on her lap.

Sakura's eyes were filled with sincere encouragement, and that warmth seemed to reach her heart as well.

She reached out and, somewhat awkwardly, gently stroked Ying's smooth, long hair.

"Ah."

She responded softly.

That night, Sakura didn't say anything more.

The body's desires were satisfied, the love in the heart was reciprocated, and the tense nerves were completely relaxed.

With her most trusted guardian as her pillow, she quickly fell into a deep sleep with a sweet smile on her face.

Ⅰ澪弌⒉２叭⒊○⑼/

Hearing the steady and peaceful breathing beside her, Medusa slowly smiled, a faint yet genuine smile spreading across her lips.

It seems that starting tonight, Master can finally get a good night's sleep.

During this period, Sakura has hardly had a peaceful night.

Her body's instincts always tormented her at night, making her toss and turn and wake up early before dawn.

And now, she is sleeping so soundly.

Medusa didn't move, just sat there quietly, letting Sakura rest her head on her lap, guarding her hard-won, peaceful dream.

……

Just as the first rays of morning sunlight pierced through the gaps in the curtains, casting dappled light on the wooden floor, Gu Ye's bedroom door was suddenly pushed open with a "bang."

"Gu Yejun! Get up! Hurry up! The sun's already high in the sky!"