Right after Mei left, Ye Feng seemed to be in unusually high spirits.
He summoned the Herrscher of the Void and the Herrscher of Thunder for a little "training session."
The Herrscher of the Void had changed into a regal-looking summer swimsuit, with sea-blue fabric evoking a refreshing summer breeze.
The Herrscher of Thunder wore the form-fitting black ensemble called "Spring Rain at Night," which showed off her curves while radiating elegance and mystique.
In the classroom, Yae Sakura arrived as usual—always showing up not long after Kiana and the others left.
Today was no different, though the atmosphere was a bit more awkward.
She noticed two rice crackers stacked on the desk and seemed momentarily unsure.
Yae Sakura had a general idea of what Ye Feng did in this world, but it was the first time she saw it with her own eyes.
It was… a little embarrassing.
"...Benefactor."
Of course, only the fox priestess felt awkward—Ye Feng, on the other hand, was in great spirits.
"Yae Sakura, you're just in time. Want to try something?"
"..."
"No need to look so troubled. I'm not going to force you."
Still, Ye Feng couldn't deny he was curious to hear her shyly calling him "Benefactor" in that tone.
He strode over confidently. Yae Sakura looked away slightly.
"Why look away? Are you shy?"
"Benefactor… please, try to be a little more decent."
She lowered her head, but didn't retreat.
"There's nothing shameful about me. Decency is relative. You'll get used to it, Yae Sakura."
Her fox ears twitched. "...Get used to it?"
Ye Feng chuckled. "You'll see all sorts of strange things here. After a while, none of it will faze you."
Honestly, she was lucky. It had taken this long for her to walk in on something.
Kiana got the full blast on her very first night.
Which also said a lot about Buggy's ridiculous luck.
As for Mei—it was different. Ye Feng had promised not to touch her this week.
That's why her timeline had been kept normal—when she "woke up," nothing would seem out of place.
Yae Sakura looked like she had something to say, but Ye Feng cut in:
"Put it simply—I can't always 'prepare the stage' before we meet. I'm used to living freely here, and I don't plan to change. So you'll have to adjust."
"..."
"If you're really uncomfortable, you could shift your expectations. For example, believe that 'everyone should attend class in tights and high heels.' That way, no matter what you see, you'll take it in stride."
"Umm… Benefactor, please don't…"
Yae Sakura shrank back a little, lowering her gaze.
"Relax, I'm reasonable. If you're not willing, I won't force you. Unless we're already mid-scene."
She didn't quite understand what he meant by "mid-scene," and she didn't want to.
Especially with how dazzling Ye Feng's aura was right now.
If this were an anime, he'd probably be glowing bright enough to cover half the screen.
Ye Feng looked at the witch who buried her head, walked up to her and waved his arm.
"Really not going to try?"
"..."
Yae Sakura felt the burning breath and tightly grasped the "Spiritual Sword - Sakura Blizzard" at her waist.
"My benefactor..."
Yae Sakura's voice was trembling, with a hint of rejection in it.
Alas, since you call me your benefactor, why don't you repay me with your body?
As expected, foxes also come in different species. And they have to be foxes from Shenzhou.
However, if Kallen wasn't there, would Yae Sakura put her hair up if she was asked to do so?
"I won't tease you any more. Help me get dressed."
".....Yes, yes."
Yae Sakura heaved a sigh of relief.
But then she became confused again.
She is a shrine maiden from the Warring States Period 500 years ago, a "ghost" who has lost everything and is wandering in this world.
Yae Sakura swore that she would become Ye Feng's sword.
This is the reason why she is alive now.
So, if Ye Feng really gave that kind of order, could he complete the mission?
Yae Sakuradidn't know.
Perhaps the answer can only be revealed when that time comes.
But before that, Yae Sakura didn't want to think too much.
Afternoon
The world map expanded again—new area unlocked: Jiuyou.
New characters added: Fuxi, Nuwa, Ji Lin, and Chiyuan.
Ye Feng's heart leapt with joy.
They were real!
Fuxi and Nuwa—those twin matriarchs—so they hadn't fully disappeared?
After all, if they were truly dead, their consciousness wouldn't have made it into this world, and they wouldn't exist as NPCs.
But why mention Chiyuan specifically?
Isn't Chiyuan just another identity of Fu Hua?
Various forms of Fu Hua had already shown up in St. Freya Academy. There was no need to single out Chiyuan.
But when Ye Feng ran over to take a look, he realized that this version of "Chiyuan" was actually the exaggerated, blessed form Nuwa had designed years ago... incredible to the touch—on par with Aponia.
Good heavens. Even the serious Fu Hua had her day to shine.
But Ye Feng's attention quickly shifted back to Fuxi and Nuwa.
Twin beauties!
Even Kiana and Durandal didn't look alike.
But twins—that was a massive bonus.
It wasn't just one plus one. It was a whole new experience.
In a classically styled building, sunlight streamed through lattice windows.
Fuxi was focused at her workstation, building something in the lab. Nuwa, bun in hand, was staring at her sister's work with bright, curious eyes, clearly scheming up something playful.
Ye Feng snatched the bun from Nuwa's hand. It still bore her bite marks.
He took a bite along the same edge—somehow, it tasted better than a whole one.
Nuwa, still holding her hands like the bun was there, occasionally bit at empty air.
Ye Feng savored the bun while watching the twin sisters.
Fuxi and Nuwa looked exactly the same. Their outfits were even styled identically.
Only the colors were different—Fuxi wore calm white, while Nuwa had playful black.
And the glimpse of their legs from beneath their skirts was more than enough to spark the imagination—smooth curves that called to mind a dancer's grace.
No surprise really—they were from the same lab as Mobius. Of course their bodies were lithe and flexible...
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