Uneasy daily life

Bai Ying added righteously, "At most, I'll peek."

"Oh," Yukino Yukinoshita asked curiously, "So what was that mysterious person's purpose? Could she... have given you the Puberty Syndrome?"

"It's hard to judge." Mai Sakurajima shook her head. "What does the hater think?"

“I don’t even know where the end of the universe is, so how would I know about this kind of thing?” The white figure spread his hands and said, “You know I know, but is it possible that I don’t know anything at all? Just because I’m a superpowered person doesn’t mean I know about superpowers… Well, the only thing I have some sense of is that the person was really nasty.”

馊？

The two pondered the assessment with a subtle nuance, and then seemed quite puzzled.

"Simply put, it's just greasy." Bai Ying shook his head and said, "After getting into the body of the Hero Plus, there was bed slamming, and taking off his clothes to show off his waist and chest. His words were full of generous offerings of the Hero Plus's body, and he even said he liked it. It had a very greasy and sour smell. My evaluation is just so-so."

Yukinoshita Yukino: "?!"

Mai Sakurajima's face darkened: "Shut up!"

As she spoke, she stepped on Bai Ying's foot.

"Simply put, there's no need to worry too much. That person probably doesn't mean any harm; they're just causing trouble for others. In the end, superpowered people aren't anything special; at most, they might have some issues with their mental well-being in the eyes of ordinary people."

Bai Ying patted his chest and assured, "You must trust my judgment as a superhuman."

The two found that what Bai Ying said actually made a lot of sense.

"Alright, it's good that things are resolved." Yukino Yukinoshita rubbed her temples and said softly, "Then, Mr. Traveling White Fungus, you still owe me one thing: be my slave for one more day, okay?"

"No problem, it's just that being treated like a slave doesn't sound very nice."

"What do you want?"

Yukino Yukinoshita squinted, as if she wanted to back out?

"Just be a dog."

"?"

[Woof woof woof woof woof—!]

Where did that dog barking come from?

It turned out to be a cell phone ringtone.

Bai Ying took out his phone and answered the call: "Hello—ah? You've already arrived in Chiba and prepared your secret base? Where is it... I advise you to tell me sooner rather than later, otherwise I will provide all support except for help... I just want you to share a room with me, give me the bed, you can sleep on the floor, you can't even do such a small thing? We've been hung up together before, brothers... Okay, okay, I got it... With my help, we will definitely rampage at the fireworks festival."

Shared accommodation?

Sakurajima Mai was slightly helpless, but not surprised. Now that the matter was resolved, the hater was probably certain that there would be no further problems and could go wherever he wanted.

Blackie is probably like a hermit crab.

Fireworks display?

Yukino Yukinoshita was slightly surprised. Could it be that Haku-kun had anticipated her thoughts again? But it didn't seem like that was the case...

After hanging up the phone, Bai Ying didn't even plan to eat breakfast. Instead, she immediately started packing her things excitedly. She quickly slung her bag over her shoulder, muttering something about going to stab her brothers in the back. As always, she was full of energy and initiative.

"You're in such a hurry to leave my house?"

Mai Sakurajima was mentally prepared, but she still couldn't help but make a sarcastic remark.

"My buddy asked me to play games at an internet cafe, gotta go."

Bai Ying waved her hand and said, "I'm gone, but my photo is still in the shrine. You're welcome to offer incense anytime."

“Okay.” Mai Sakurajima said with a smile, “I will remember the voice and smile of the hater.”

"excuse me."

Yukino Yukinoshita calmly followed the white figure, clearly also preparing to leave. She didn't care at all that leaving so soon after arriving was too obvious. Now that it was confirmed that Mai Sakurajima had resolved the puberty syndrome, the rest would naturally be a matter of open conflict, each relying on their own methods... However, verbal sparring with the other party was useless; the white figure was the important target.

Mai Sakurajima stood by the door, watching the white figure and Yukino Yukinoshita waiting for the elevator in the hallway, a calm and ordinary smile on her lips, as if she didn't care about what was happening at the moment.

It's a bit strange.

Yukino Yukinoshita couldn't help but glance at her.

The elevator arrived at the floor with a ding-dong sound and slowly opened.

Just as Yukino Yukinoshita was about to step inside, Mai Sakurajima's voice suddenly rang out, a remarkably natural and straightforward voice with a hint of amusement.

"Hey hater, confess your love to me!"

"?!"

"Definitely next time."

Bai Ying casually replied and pressed the elevator close button.

Yukino Yukinoshita glanced back at Mai Sakurajima, and as the elevator doors began to close, she quickly stepped inside.

As the elevator doors closed and the numbers on them began to change, Mai Sakurajima leaned against the door, lost in thought for a few seconds. She took a deep breath, her legs feeling weak, and quickly went back inside, slamming the door shut behind her.

I admit I was a little loud just now...

I hope I didn't disturb the neighbors.

Mai Sakurajima leaned against the door and patted her chest.

The more I say I like it, the more I like it—it's a strange feeling.

Chapter 119 May You Step in Dog Poop

"Hero, a hero plus stealing rice from your bowl! This is outrageous! How can you tolerate this? I suggest you strike immediately, deliver a fatal blow, and then give her a rotten apple, so she knows that daring to provoke you will never end well!"

Inside the elevator, Bai Ying, with a frustrated and exasperated air, demonstrated by throwing a left hook followed by a right hook into the air, while her feet tapped lightly, causing the elevator to sway slightly.

"Oh?"

Yukino Yukinoshita subconsciously moved to the corner of the elevator. Upon hearing this, she swept her cold gaze over, but a smile appeared on her lips: "So, who will Shirai-kun choose to help?"

"Of course, we'll help whoever wins."

Bai Ying replied matter-of-factly, "On the ring, only the last person standing receives the boxing trophy, which is presented to them personally."

Yukinoshita Yukino: #!

"Then we might as well eliminate the white fungus first."

Yukino Yukinoshita frowned slightly, gave a soft snort of dissatisfaction, and leaned further into the corner, her body pressed against the elevator wall.

Before I arrived, only the things Shirai-kun mentioned should have happened, right? Why did Sakurajima Mai suddenly say those things? It didn't feel like a provocation, nor did it feel like an interrogation or attack. After all, after being told what to do next by Shirai-kun, I didn't see her showing any sadness or frustration... I'm a little concerned.

"Hehehe, whoosh whoosh whoosh! In terms of the game, I'm a hidden boss. Trying to defeat me is wishful thinking. Watch me unleash my 'family register explosion punch' with my ruthless footwork..."

The white figure moved about with small, quick steps.

"Bai Jun, stop jumping around."

Yukino Yukinoshita couldn't help but reply, and the white figure immediately stopped obediently, giving her a meaningful smile and gaze.

"..." Yukino Yukinoshita paused for a moment, then casually retorted, "What's wrong? Which evolutionary step of the white fungus went wrong this time..."

The white figure's legs jerked violently.

The elevator, which was descending at a constant speed, swayed slightly.

Yukino Yukinoshita quickly raised her hand to hold onto the elevator wall, pursed her lips, and stared back sharply.

“Hero,” the white-clad figure asked with innocent eyes, “when you were a kid, you probably never imagined what would happen if the elevator rope snapped and it crashed down, right?”

Yukino Yukinoshita said calmly, "I really didn't expect it. I guess I've never encountered a humanoid creature shaking its leg in an elevator before..."

The white shadow flickered again.

"From a scientific materials science perspective, elevator ropes cannot be broken by human intervention. If they break due to load, it can only be due to a problem with the rope's material itself, perhaps due to aging over time, or perhaps due to some corners being cut during manufacturing..."

Yukino Yukinoshita reached out and smoothed her hair, then solemnly began to explain the scientific basis.

The elevator suddenly jolted, interrupting her words.

A swaying sensation underfoot made Yukino Yukinoshita instinctively press herself closer to the elevator wall, her heart swaying from side to side.

"White fungus!"

"Little brave soul, your rambling and stalling tactics to delay the elevator time can't fool my eyes."

Bai Ying said with a serious expression, "The best way to overcome difficulties is to face them. What if the elevator rope suddenly breaks and you fall down with the elevator? What if the creaking fan in the classroom falls down and causes a bloody massacre? What if the railing of the corridor or balcony can be easily jumped over..."

"To overcome your fear, you must face it directly!"

The white figure moved about, sometimes fast, sometimes slow, sometimes stopping, sometimes rising, using skillful techniques to ensure that Yukino Yukinoshita's mental preparations were perfectly thwarted every time.

Yukino Yukinoshita had never imagined that taking an elevator would be something that could scare her. She clenched her teeth and glared at the white figure that seemed intent on dancing. The vague sense of fear in her heart vanished and was replaced by a blazing fire.

"Three circles to the left, three circles to the right, twist your neck, wiggle your hips... Stop! The elevator has arrived!"

Bai Ying casually raised his hand to signal the car to stop, then said seriously, "There might be someone waiting outside when the elevator opens..."

The elevator stopped, and Yukino Yukinoshita began to move.

She clenched her fist.

Ding--!

The elevator doors opened, and the resident waiting for the elevator was about to put away his phone when a figure darted out from inside... or perhaps two figures? He instinctively followed the figure with his gaze. The person fleeing in a panic turned away with a carefree air, while the person chasing after the fleeing enemy was furious.

……

……

"Haaah... Good morning, sister—wait, you've turned back from being a ghost?!"

"That's roughly how it goes, considering the hard work and the money spent."

"hey-hey……"

It's nothing much, just letting that bastard touch my hand.

Feng Bin and Hua rubbed their still sleepy eyes, reached into their clothes to scratch their shoulders, and said happily, "I'll make breakfast. What would you like to eat, sister?"

"There are bread slices and fried fish pieces on the table. Go wash your face and brush your teeth first."

Mai Sakurajima was fiddling with a vase, pointing to a blue rose inside: "Wahana, can you see the blue rose in the vase?"

"Huh?" Feng Binhe asked in surprise, "Where did these blue roses come from in the vase... Sister, are you still not alright?!"

"And now? Look closely."

Mai Sakurajima withdrew her hand, turned her head and asked again.

Feng Binhua felt confused and stared at the vase. The vase, which should have been empty, seemed to contain something. She couldn't help but rub her eyes and take a closer look. There was a blue rose on the mouth of the vase.

"Eek—! A ghost?!"

Feng Bin and Hua suddenly became very sober.

"It's not a ghost..."

Could this be the gift the mysterious man spoke of? Am I now a superpowered person? I don't feel anything strange, nor do I feel any unusual buttons or anything else on my body, and I have absolutely no idea how to actively use it...

This kind of gift is unnecessary and has no impact. Whether it's making a fresh start or dealing with my mother's situation, things are much more important than this.

Mai Sakurajima briefly recounted what happened in the bedroom that morning, and Toyohama and Hana breathed a sigh of relief. After finishing their milk, they stepped on the rocker to open the trash can lid and casually tossed the milk carton inside.

"Meow~"

Inside the trash can, the little black cat meowed in dissatisfaction, pushing the milk carton above its head aside with its paws. It sniffed the carton, staring at the straw with faint teeth marks on it, probably figuring out that cats don't eat handouts, but what others throw away shouldn't count as handouts...

"I almost forgot about you."

Mai Sakurajima quickly picked the little black cat out of the trash can and prepared breakfast for it.

Speaking of which, I made a bet with my hater that if I made a comeback, I would meow like a cat... He was right after all. After resolving all the entanglements, I will definitely continue to pursue my favorite acting career... Sigh, I was a little nervous when I saw them off just now and didn't think about this.

If that line had been changed to 'Meow, confess to me,' it would have been both effective and more interesting, wouldn't it? Yukinoshita might have made an even more amusing expression.

Mai Sakurajima couldn't help but smile as she teased the black cat with its droopy little face.

"Sister, what are you thinking about?"

Mai Sakurajima smiled and said, "I've been thinking about the actors' lines and script, and I just came up with a really interesting line."

"Oh." Feng Bin and Hana chewed on their bread, recalling their hellish experiences as supporting characters, and immediately lost interest in asking further questions. Instead, they yelled at the top of their lungs, "Damn it! If you don't get up now, there won't be any breakfast!"