Uneasy daily life

Sure enough, it's impossible to give up the habit of falling asleep with someone you like.

written request for leave

Unable to hold it in any longer, I decided to touch it, and so I did.

Fun, interest, candy, paint, art, mini-theaters, plots... a whole bunch of things were swirling in my head, successfully freezing my brain. As a result, I sat in front of the computer for most of the day, either spacing out or aimlessly clicking around on web pages, not even knowing what I was doing, feeling completely out of it.

I don't know if it's a creative block, a lack of clarity in the outline, or the previous volume's summary of Bai Ying's past and present life, the emotional changes between the male and female protagonists, and the various major transformations in the characters. I'm struggling to keep up with the writing, yet I certainly can't continue writing as if nothing has happened. For a moment, I have a disorienting feeling of not knowing how to write.

I'm so sorry, I need to think carefully about the various changes, character designs, and subsequent plot details. Just pushing myself to meet the deadline and force myself to finish the daily updates isn't working anymore, haha...

I've already managed to get through volumes two, three, and four, and now I'm determined to break through another one and live another lifetime!

Chapter Twelve: Single Dogs Still Understand Love

"Hiss—whoosh...damn!"

My lips were burned hard by the cigarette butt that had been squeezed dry.

Hiratsuka Shizuka pursed her lips, shoved the cigarette butt angrily into the ashtray, her face full of irritation and unease.

Although it was late at night, I couldn't fall asleep at all, and even felt like swearing.

Damn it! You're usually pretty reliable... oh wait, you're never reliable when it comes to small things, but you're always steady and methodical when it comes to big things. You never mess around or act recklessly, so overall you can put people at ease.

Initially, having the taciturn and withdrawn Yukinoshita interact with Shirayuki was a good idea. Given Shirayuki's personality, even if he was a block of ice, he could still spark something. For Yukinoshita, who was caught up in various situations, this would bring about some change, which was ultimately a good thing. Later, sending Hachiman over was based on a similar idea; after all, peers are more likely to interact and influence each other, and Shirayuki wouldn't be limited by the atmosphere and unable to take initiative…

Everything is moving in a positive direction. Not only Yukinoshita, but also Haruno is involved, which has helped resolve many of her troubles and worries.

It must be said that, as a teacher, Hiratsuka Shizuka was quite satisfied with this student. She had the talkativeness and troublesomeness of a "bad student" and the maturity and rationality of a "good student." She was easy and pleasant to get along with, and she didn't cause too much worry. She was even worthy of adults' trust and entrustment.

And now? Hey! I got myself into big trouble without even realizing it!

Spanning two boats, one under the snow, the other on Sakurajima, and even chaining them together!

Yukinoshita's side involves Haruno, the Yukinoshita family, and Sakurajima, needless to say, a favorite of current popular actors, celebrities, and paparazzi... Both ships are packed with explosives; either one will cause trouble, and there's a high probability they'll explode together...

Yang holds the perpetrator accountable, Xue Shita throws a tantrum at home, reporters rush in to cover a major story, the private lives of celebrities attract widespread public attention...

Wow! Zongwu High School won't be short of gossip for the next ten years or so!

For those caught in the vortex, this kind of thing is enough to destroy a person's life...

Thinking of all the daunting possibilities, Hiratsuka Shizuka felt a throbbing pain in her temples and couldn't help but pull out another cigarette and smoke it.

These young people are always trying to create a big scandal! Yukinoshita is such a serious and earnest person, Sakurajima is such a rational and calm person, and Hakukage is such a sensible and reasonable person—how did they end up creating this kind of chemistry when they're all together? The impulsiveness of youth! Sakurajima even said we were truly in love…

You've got a lot of people in your relationship and you're still such a blockhead!

Hiratsuka Shizuka couldn't help but take a deep breath. She needed to talk to Shirakage as soon as possible and resolve this matter properly; that kid was definitely at the heart of the problem. But once a person gets caught up in a certain emotion, the smarter and braver they are, the harder it is to break free…

In short, try not to make a fuss and handle it carefully. If Yang Nai or the paparazzi find out about this, it will cause a huge uproar.

Given Yang Nai's unpredictable nature, it's really hard to imagine what he might do...

Ding ding——!

Who could be calling in the middle of the night?

Hiratsuka Shizuka took out her phone and glanced at it. The corner of her mouth twitched involuntarily. It was like she could summon anyone she wanted to hear!

"What are you doing? Why aren't you sleeping in the middle of the night!"

"The nightlife is just beginning!" Yukinoshita Haruno said excitedly. "Shizuka, come out quickly, let's go get some barbecue and beer!"

"Huh? You're back in Chiba?"

[I took a leave of absence on a whim and came back. I heard from Koshun that Soubu High is holding a student council election, and as her older sister, I have to support Yukino-chan!]

"Then go to bed early, I have to go to work tomorrow!" Hiratsuka Shizuka refused. "Why eat barbecue skewers? Be careful you don't gain weight in the middle of the night!"

"What? Shizuka, shouldn't you be worried that I've run into some trouble, rushing back to Chiba from Tokyo in the middle of the night, and then meddlesomely coming out to keep me company?" Yukinoshita Haruno's tone turned from surprise to sadness. "You've changed. You've become a cold, lonely adult, only concerned with your own feelings and gains..."

Hiratsuka Shizuka's eyes twitched slightly, and she coughed, saying, "Stop talking nonsense. If you have something on your mind, go talk to your parents, or just say it over the phone..."

Ding Dong!

The doorbell suddenly rang.

A cheerful voice came from the phone: "Why would I go home when I'm already here? Open the door, open the door! Come out and pick up this rebellious beauty, and I'll make your middle-aged man's dream come true."

"How old are you this year? Still acting like a teenager!"

Hiratsuka Shizuka rubbed her face, realizing there was no way to avoid it, so she got up and opened the door.

"Hi~"

Yukino Yukinoshita peeked in with a smile, carrying a bag of grilled skewers and beer. She looked around the single teacher's room and couldn't help but nitpick as she walked in, "Shizuka, why is the layout and decoration of your house still the same as it was a few years ago? The single vibe is getting stronger."

"Nonsense." Hiratsuka Shizuka rolled her eyes. "Where did this 'single vibe' come from?"

Yukino changed into her slippers, reached out and touched a string of wind chimes hanging in the entryway. Her fingers were covered in dust. She teased, "Tsk tsk, something I bought on a whim, and it's already this old. I'm too lazy to care about it. The room layout hasn't changed in years. Nothing has been added or removed. Even though I live here alone, it feels like no one lives here. This is a typical case of single-living syndrome."

"Go away, go away! Who doesn't have a few things they buy but don't use?"

Hiratsuka Shizuka returned to the living room and sat down, asking casually, "What are you doing here all of a sudden?"

"Because Koshun told me that Soubu High is holding a student council election, and Yukino-chan is actively preparing for it, I planned to come back to join in the fun." Yukinoshita Haruno put down her things, looked around, and said with emotion, "I guess it's also a bit nostalgic for the past. Before, when I didn't want to stay at home, I would use Shizuka as an excuse to come and live with you..."

Ah, Yang's high school days... She had serious family problems and was very depressed, yet she was impeccable in her interactions with others and seemed like a very sunny and cheerful student, which naturally made people worry about her. Unfortunately, at that time, I could only try to be her friend and do some trivial things, which could neither cure the symptoms nor the root cause.

In the end, it was only through that kid's antics that his worries were finally resolved.

Hiratsuka Shizuka pondered, then her face darkened: "Is this how you nitpick at your friends? Just like my parents, they're always nagging me about being single!"

“I’m just showing concern,” Yukino Yukino said earnestly. “Shizuka has so many bad habits, like smoking, drinking, staying up late, and worrying. When she gets old and can’t even hold a bedpan properly, how will she take care of herself? I’m doing this out of filial piety, to take care of Shizuka in her old age and see her off when she’s gone.”

"#!"

Hiratsuka Shizuka irritably tapped Yukinoshita Haruno on the head: "Go away! Don't make jokes that make people angry! How many years younger than me are you?"

"I mean it!" Yukinoshita Haruno declared emphatically.

"Then I'm genuinely furious!" Hiratsuka Shizuka grabbed a skewer and took two vicious bites.

Yukinoshita Haruno opened a can of beer with a grin: "Now that I've told the truth, won't Shizuo tell the truth too?"

Hiratsuka Shizuka: "What's the truth?"

"Why are you up so late at night with so many cigarette butts in the ashtray?" Yukinoshita Haruno asked casually. "Is something bothering you, Shizuka?"

Hiratsuka Shizuka's mind raced with thoughts, like lightning flashes, and after a brief pause, she said, "I'm thinking about what love is."

Hey kid, I'm going to give you a couple of punches!

Yukino's expression turned strange, and she paused for several seconds before revealing a kind smile: "Hmm... that's certainly a question Shizuka would think about. I'll keep an eye out for you in the future; maybe you'll meet someone who gets along with Shizuka... Hey! What kind of men does Shizuka like? Are there any age requirements? Any job requirements? Any income requirements? Do you mind if they have a marital history?"

"Get up, get up, get up!" Hiratsuka Shizuka gritted her teeth and said, "I like the people I like, I don't need to pick and choose like buying pork!"

“That’s true, Shizuka is a romantic person at heart,” Yukinoshita Haruno said with a smile.

Hiratsuka Shizuka's eyes twitched slightly, feeling that this guy was teasing her. She took a deep drag on her cigarette, and the topic stirred up some thoughts in her mind.

Love... The relationship between Shiro and Yukinoshita should be one I yearn for and long for, but it's turned out like this. It's both frustrating and worrying, and it makes me feel a bit listless. But things always need to be communicated and resolved. Keeping it a secret isn't a good thing. Haruno has the right to know the truth, and given her concern for Yukinoshita, she won't do anything too extreme...

She paused for a moment, took a drag of her cigarette, smacked her lips, and said softly, "Yang Nai, come with me to talk to Bai Ying tomorrow. There's something I need to tell you."

"Is this what's bothering you?" Yukinoshita Haruno asked with interest.

"You'll find out tomorrow. Don't ask, I won't tell you even if you do."

Hiratsuka Shizuka had a deep and serious expression.

Yukinoshita Haruno shrugged: "Okay, okay, come on, let's eat some more."

Xiaojing was probably stirred up by the topic of love, and decided to have a real talk with that jerk tomorrow...

Yukino Shino tried hard to suppress the slight upturn of her lips, glancing at her friend's somewhat melancholy expression, and joined her in eating barbecue and drinking.

……

The next day.

Yukino left early and happily arrived at Yukino's apartment.

She stood in front of the stairwell and pondered for a moment. To her right was her younger sister, and to her left was that rascal.

Compared to my younger sister, it's definitely more important to find that scoundrel and check his story first, and to tease Xiaojing a bit...

Whew~ I'm in a good mood today, so here's a good morning kiss for you.

Yukinoshita opened the door to Shirakage's house and stepped inside. She wasn't surprised by the clean, dull, and seemingly empty environment. That guy had always been this kind of person who didn't care much about his living environment in his previous life. He was focused on causing trouble for others and creating art. Give him a blanket to keep warm, and a computer or paper and pen to create, and he could sleep happily on the street.

Speaking of which, when I was still the crown prince, I signed the order to demolish the scoundrel's rented house, and that house was in a similar state.

Yukino Shinobu lightened her steps, a smile of interest on her face, and gently pressed down the doorknob, peeking into the bedroom.

A bed stood alone in the room, without a blanket, only a mattress, and there was nothing on the desk against the wall.

Ok?

There were no clothes in the closet. The bedroom should be a place where this scoundrel rarely shows any signs of life... I get it!

It's highly likely that Yukino-chan remembered what happened before, and in her lustful passion, she half-forcefully dragged that jerk over to live with her.

Yukino Yukinoshita summoned her Stand, which was humanoid in appearance. The front was covered with unrecognizable mosaics, while the back showed distinct female features. The overall color had a semi-transparent feel.

When the scoundrel borrowed a Stand, he somehow managed to make the Stand look like himself.

As the Stand was summoned, Yukino quickly sensed a faint connection. As if on a whim, she could feel the location of the other end of the connection—it was indeed at Yukino's house.

Using her Stand's ability, Yukino Yukinoshita became blurry, passing through doors and walls like a ghost, and entered Yukino Yukinoshita's house, sensing that the bastard was in her sister's bedroom...

No way? Yukino-chan was completely drunk, so she slapped her forehead and just gave it to that jerk to eat?

Unwittingly, Yukino passed through the wall and the scene in the bedroom came into view.

Three people lay on the bed, making it seem a little crowded. Yukino Yukinoshita lay on the left, face up, still fast asleep, her soft breathing causing a strand of hair clinging to her nose to flutter. The white figure in the middle was already awake, propped up on his arm, and in a sneaky, furtive manner, slowly lowered his head, wanting to kiss Mai Sakurajima. Mai Sakurajima was on the right, turned towards the white figure, fast asleep.

Yukinoshita Yono: "?"

Yuki and Yukino-chan have already gone this far with their playfulness?

……

When Bai Ying opened her eyes, she was in an excellent mood.

Looking to the left, the brave soul who had turned her back to me yesterday could no longer resist the sleeping habits she had developed over the years. Unconsciously, she returned to a position where she was lying on her back, trying to be level with the ceiling. I guess she must have been thinking wildly for a long time last night, wondering how she would react if I secretly did something. As a result, she was still sleeping very soundly. A strand of hair stuck to the corner of her mouth and hung on the tip of her nose as she secretly tossed and turned, moving with her breath.

Looking to the right, the brave plus was asleep facing me. Perhaps watching me fall asleep brought a sense of peace and tranquility, and so I drifted off. Love is the best sleeping pill; I know this all too well. Sharing a blanket with three people ultimately meant there wasn't enough fabric; it only half-covered my slender, shapely body. My side-lying position pressed my chest so tightly against my pajamas that soft, white skin spilled out.

What's the feel of the Brave Plus?

Why think about all this? Take this opportunity to sleep a little longer.

Because he did nothing, he was able to sleep with two people at once. If he really wanted to do something strange, would he leave the other person to masturbate?

The measure is the difference between love and desire.

Bai Ying closed her eyes, feeling a gentle warmth in her heart, but her body was in turmoil, and she couldn't fall asleep, so she had to keep her eyes open.

I am now filled with desire!

Bai Ying started thinking like lightning—with the temperament of a warrior, he must have been terrified last night, his mind filled with all sorts of wild thoughts, thinking things like, 'If Bai Jun dares to do something reckless, I'll kick him out; if he can't be kicked out, I'll leave on my own,' until his biological clock started ringing, and then he finally drifted off to sleep.

The Brave Plus probably felt something similar, but looking at herself, she would probably fall asleep quickly.

In other words, in terms of sleep depth, the "Hero" should be greater than the "Hero Plus," so the goal should be to reach the "Hero Plus." Besides, they've done more things together. Emotional matters can never be perfectly balanced, but one can supply needs, while the "Hero Plus" should have more needs...

No! We've already achieved our goal, why covet more? Indulgence is wrong and deserves criticism. Relationships between people are built up through experiences and mutual consideration, so we must be cautious!

Alright! Be prepared to coax the hero, or even coax the hero plus, and trust your ability to adapt to changing circumstances!

I really wanted to make a mistake!

Bai Ying took a deep breath, moved to the side, and stared at Sakurajima Mai without moving. After two minutes, she confirmed that the other was fast asleep.

Her cheeks were flushed with the rosy glow of sleep, her breath rising and falling gently with her chest, her eyelids resting quietly over her eyes, and a few strands of long, black hair clung to her forehead, making one want to reach out and smooth them. Though she was simply sleeping peacefully, she was like a cherry blossom that had unknowingly bloomed, dazzling and captivating.

Bai Ying swallowed hard, a sigh escaping her lips. Desire was indeed a perfect filter, blurring beauty and ugliness, confusing distance, and tangling love and hate…

That's so cool! Great sentence, I'll write it down!

Bai Ying closed his eyes, preparing to continue sleeping, but then suddenly opened them again—a true man should be upright and honest, why act like a virgin?!