Himeko's Deep Resentment (Continued)

Even though I've heard it many times, it still feels strange every time Mei mentions it.

"By the way, how's your dad doing?"

"Fortunately, Dad should be looking for triradius in Siberia right now."

Liu Bai: "..."

Where should he begin to criticize this statement?

They really went to dig potatoes...

"Cough... It has nothing to do with me, it was Aunt Edison who arranged it." Mei was still a little embarrassed when she said this. "As for the orphanage, Aunt Cocolia took over after you left."

"... Yes, it's good that she took over."

Liu Bai felt it was best not to comment too much on Edison's act of throwing the Raiden Ryoma to dig potatoes.

It is only natural that Cocolia would take over the orphanage again.

After all, he had thrown her out in a fit of rage. After he left, Anti-Entropy looked around and found that... well, apart from Cocolia, Ragna was actually quite suitable.

But let them take over again if they want. Anyway Cocolia has already taken care of what she wanted to do, so she has no reason to cause trouble anymore.

Putting aside any mischief, Cocolia is indeed quite competent.

"But speaking of which, Brother Liu Bai, what's going on between you and Teacher Himeko..."

"So that's what you're asking."

After all, the contradictions in the timeline can be noticed with a little attention.

"Then I'll give you a free lesson."

As Liu Bai sighed, he explained to the two girls the "timeline theory" that Mei had previously summarized for him (see Chapter 126 for details).

... Although the two girls seemed a bit confused by what they were hearing.

Himeko wasn't too surprised, since she had known for a long time that Liu Bai seemed to know Rita from the future, and this theory just confirmed that.

"By the way, how are you all feeling about your first day here? I think it's alright, right?"

Seeing that the two girls were somewhat confused, Liu Bai changed the subject.

"I remember Mei, you were preparing for the college entrance exam before, right? Are you adjusting well?"

After all, because of Ryoma, Mei had already been set up on a proper path—if she hadn't Gem of Conquest.

It's nothing more than getting into a prestigious university, studying finance and the Honkai, then returning home at 27 or 28 to inherit Mei Corporation and officially joining Anti-Entropy —like Edison's secretary.

However, now that Mei a full-time combat professional, the original plan has naturally been scrapped.

"It feels pretty good."

Mei, being a well-bred young lady, nodded.

Although it's not nice to say it like this, the college entrance exam wasn't a must for Mei, and she had also broadened her horizons, so Mei didn't feel any sense of loss at all.

The elders around her— Edison, Einstein, Tesla, Planck —were all figures who would be considered major leaders in the history of science.

The princess of ME Corp is no joke. As long as Ryoma is willing to swallow his pride, a group of top scientists from Anti-Entropy are willing to come and teach Mei.

If all else fails, it's not a bad idea to use them as an assistant.

Because she could see these things clearly, Mei's mood was perfectly fine.

He was even quite excited to be able to talk to Liu Bai.

However, Mei then showed a slightly troubled expression.

"The atmosphere is even more lively than in my high school days, and the class monitor is very calm and reliable, but..."

"That's it?" Liu Bai asked, somewhat puzzled.

"My class monitor's deskmate keeps staring at me... It's not exactly annoying, but it's a little bothersome." Mei subtly revealed her distress.

Fu Hua's deskmate... isn't that Kiana?

Is this what they call fate?

"Kiana..."

Himeko twitched the corner of her mouth.

"What's the meaning of staring at the new student? Don't worry, I'll remind her before class tomorrow."

Why are you looking at your classmates during class? Look at her!

She's the teacher, okay?

Himeko, now in teacher mode, was quite unhappy.

"Alright, it's getting late, you two should go back to your dorm and get some rest."

Himeko abruptly changed the subject and immediately began to shoo them away, lest these two brats linger here.

The sense of crisis has been ignited!

If she had to compete with a bunch of kids for a man, Himeko felt she would be forced into becoming a spinster even if she wasn't one...

Okay, Himeko admits that she's recently started to resemble a "leftover woman" (a woman who is single and unmarried).

That's why it's even more anxiety-inducing!

Although she's only twenty-four this year, she's only seven years older than Mei...

It's a ghost!

It must be said that Himeko's ability to maintain composure is rather poor.

Back then, Mobius was able to stand up for himself even when facing two girls a decade younger than him (Fu Hua and Mei).

Although this may not be something for Mobius to be proud of.

That's why Himeko is extremely anxious right now!

Where's the captain?! Where's the captain? I need to take out the trash!

Himeko's trashy temper has exploded...

The only bright spot was that Mei and Bronya didn't linger there; they glanced at the time and obediently went back to their dorm.

"Liu Bai, sleep with me." After the two brats left, Himeko said with resentment.

"... What are you doing?" Liu Bai, having broken free of the possession, looked at Himeko warily. "I'm an artist, not a prostitute."

"What if I wore a maid outfit?"

Himeko went all out and took out a maid outfit that she had kept for a long time—a gift that Ragna had given Himeko before the New Year's party years ago.

"You can fit into it?"

It's been almost eight years since then, hasn't it?

"You look down on me!?" Himeko was furious.

Although Liu Bai's question was a perfectly normal one, it still wounded Himeko's heart, which was still that of a single woman.

"I'll wear it right now and show you!"

Enraged, Himeko didn't care about anything else and immediately started changing her clothes.

Sizzle—!

To reiterate, don't force yourself into clothes that don't fit.

Otherwise it would be very awkward... Well, although the first time wasn't awkward at all, let alone the second time.

"..."

"Well... is this what they call a second marriage?"

Liu Bai began to try to soothe Himeko's emotions.

"Get the hell out of here!"

Himeko reacted strongly this time, but unfortunately, it wasn't out of shyness, but rather out of anger.

Kiana, why are you looking at your classmates? Look at me!

Kiana, what are you looking at me for? Look at the blackboard!

"... Kiana, what are you staring at the blackboard for? Go read a book!"

The next day, because of her conversation with Mei the day before, Himeko started paying attention to Kiana.

Hmm, I made progress today. I didn't fall asleep, but I liked to stare at my new classmates.

"... Kiana, wouldn't it be better if you paid more attention in class?"

Seeing that her deskmate, who was unusually awake, was not sleeping, Fu Hua couldn't help but quietly remind him.

"If you're interested in the new classmate, you can talk about it after class."

Fu Hua wasn't blind; she naturally knew what the other person was thinking.

Fu Hua didn't really care about being interested in new classmates; she could understand it. After all, she was also very interested in her own Teacher Liu, but she wasn't as interested as Kiana.

Moreover, given Kiana's personality, she might lose interest in a couple of days.

"Hey! What are you saying, class monitor?"

Kiana coughed awkwardly.

At the same time, the bell rang to signal the end of get out of class.

"Ahem, I'm off now, bye-bye class monitor!"

Embarrassment drove Kiana to slip away.

Although she was just "escaping," Kiana already had a plan in mind!

I lay in wait outside the dormitory of the freshman named Mei, pretended to bump into her, and tried to build a relationship with her!

My plan may be simple, but it's absolutely flawless!

"..."

What is Kiana thinking?

Fu Hua had been Kiana's deskmate for over a year, and seeing Kiana's bouncy movements, she knew that Kiana must have some unreliable ideas in her mind again.

Hopefully, Kiana won't cause any big trouble.

Fu Hua nodded slightly towards the figure beside Himeko.

So, what should we talk about with Teacher Liu today?

Fu Hua glanced casually at the new classmates who had just arrived yesterday— Mei and Bronya.

These two are also packing their things to leave... Hopefully, Mei won't be harassed by Kiana in the future.

Fu Hua had a bad feeling about her.

"Speaking of which, Himeko- sensei's three reprimands to Kiana during class were truly brilliant."

Fu Hua and Liu Bai chatted idly.

"Huh? Hmm... you mean those three sentences that sounded like nonsense?"

—Kiana, why are you looking at your classmates? Look at me!

Kiana, why are you looking at me? Look at the blackboard!

Kiana, what are you staring at the blackboard for? Read your book!

"Yes, at first glance it seems fickle and unreasonable, but upon closer inspection it has a wonderful charm."

Fu Hua had a faint smile on her face.

"Kiana is unpredictable, so Himeko- sensei's reminder is quite timely."

That's true.

Liu Bai nodded. "But what Himeko said was indeed... well, classic."