Morning, Firefly

It seems like there's something wrong with his lifestyle—even though there isn't actually any.

Although we occasionally had some differences in opinion as her partner in the operation, overall she was still quite satisfactory.

In short, that woman was a frivolous one—just like the fox spirit Kitsune Saiguu, now!

So it would be terrible if this guy were around Liu Bai; one frivolous woman after another... Damn it...

Kitsune Saiguu is somewhat better, since her figure and clothing aren't particularly outstanding; her shrine maiden attire covers her up completely, making her a decent fox spirit.

As for Kafka... well, although she tried to cover it up quite well, her fashion sense and overall demeanor...

More alluring than a vixen! She can even make a fully covered outfit look frivolous!

Well, Firefly has learned a bit about Earth's culture, and now she can use the word "fox spirit," especially since it has a double meaning when applied to Kitsune Saiguu.

As for the term "frivolous woman"... God knows how much jealousy and envy it contains.

As Firefly mentally criticized her companions, Guinaifen's gaze grew even sharper.

This person only thinks about himself.

Guinaifen slightly raised her chin.

While this may sound like blind faith, anyone who knows a little about Liu Bai knows that he generally doesn't do things without being sure of success, and that anyone who appears in this Gacha Machine is someone related to Liu Bai.

What's so scary about that! They didn't even try to see things from Liu Bai's perspective; it's obvious they have something to hide!

Detective Little Gui! Here I come!

"Um, Firefly, I think that no matter what, the Boss Liu should be the one to make this decision, right? The dolls belong to the Boss Liu, so how to deal with them should be the Boss Liu's responsibility, shouldn't it?"

Although Guinaifen and Firefly had previously joined forces, there was really no one else they could win over at that time!

Kujou Sara, the newly minted best friend, is clearly being controlled by Inazuma's side, while everyone on her side is proving to be rather useless.

She had wanted to kick out that despicable woman, Firefly, for a long time!

It would be wonderful if someone could distract the Firefly!

Judging from Firefly's expression, Firefly must feel that this Stellaron Hunters is a threat to her, which means he might try to harm Liu Bai.

At first glance, it doesn't seem like a good thing, but upon closer inspection, it's actually fantastic.

After all, their current situation is beset by internal and external troubles. The external troubles are self-evident.

As for internal troubles... from Guinaifen's perspective, it's like facing the Acheron ahead and the Firefly behind; she seems to have nowhere to squeeze in.

Introducing a formidable adversary that can rival both sides at this point... might not be entirely a bad thing.

"Gurgle..."

As expected, Guinaifen's words left Firefly speechless.

"It can't be burned," Bai replied decisively.

"... Then should I turn her into a teru teru bozu? I happen to be missing a decoration in my room." Firefly's tone was flustered.

Oh, that's a terrifying statement.

Why does this statement always seem to have a yandere vibe?

Those who know will understand that it's talking about dolls, but those who don't might think it's talking about Kafka.

"No, Firefly."

Well, we've already had a basic look at Firefly's troubled expression.

"Since you know about the Stellaron Hunters, you should know that they are an excellent fighting force, right? As for whether they are controllable, leave that to me."

"Ugh... shouldn't we have drawn Fu Xuan's?"

"Well... there's nothing we can do about it, that's how the odds work. Didn't Cocoilia and Xueyi last time? We were just unlucky."

Liu Bai patted Firefly's shoulder reassuringly.

Sigh... I suddenly feel like I'm being too teasy.

But it felt kind of good.

Holy crap, now I suddenly understand why some people want to be "green tea" (a manipulative, manipulative woman).

This feeling of deceiving people... or rather, "bullying people" is indeed quite interesting.

Okay, I'm having a S-induced urge.

"Waaah...!"

Liu Bai's words caused Firefly to let out a small, mournful cry.

She didn't know that Kafka was in the Gacha Machine!

If she had known it would happen, she would definitely have prayed for Fu Xuan to appear!

However, when did Stellaron Hunters start doing business with Liu Bai behind her back?

I don't know!

Am I really a member of the Stellaron Hunters?

Or is it that Kafka was secretly taking on side jobs?

—Okay, although Firefly is somewhat hostile towards Kafka, it seems unlikely that she'll take on side jobs.

They were all actually problem children.

Let's leave Elio aside for now—after all, nobody knows what he's thinking.

Others, such as her, Kafka, and Blade, all have psychological problems.

Silver Wolf... he's got something wrong with his head.

Well, although Lin Li's reasons are different, she and (Kafka, for now, are both pursuing the "spiritual meaning of life's seven dreams") are doing so.

A blade is a tool for seeking death.

As for Silver Wolf... well, the reason this guy joined the Stellaron Hunters, well, he's got a screw loose, no offense intended.

I feel like this person just has too much free time.

So if Silver Wolf acts up, she can understand; he's just being a busybody.

Kafka may be frivolous, but she wouldn't go wrong on matters of principle.

After going through her own affairs in her mind, Firefly reluctantly handed the doll to Liu Bai.

—If he didn't know what Firefly had said before, Liu Bai would now feel like a piece of trash who stole a girl's beloved doll.

"Then, then I'll leave it to you, Liu Bai! Please, please be extremely careful—"

BOOM!

Firefly tried her best to persuade Liu Bai, but Liu Bai simply pulled open the lines behind the doll.

With a soft sound, an elegant woman with purplish-red hair, dressed in a business suit and wearing sunglasses appeared before everyone with a smile on her lips.

"Kafka, a member of the Stellaron Hunters, is at your service, Boss."

Just like a real job interview, Kafka immediately chose Liu Bai from among the three, and bowed slightly to Liu Bai like a female secretary who had just started working.

"... Truly Stellaron Hunters."

Well, Guinaifen's current thoughts are...

What an incredibly sexy beauty!

"Hmm, looks like we'll be colleagues for a while."

Kafka gave Guinaifen a kind smile.

As for Firefly...

Kafka's U-shaped light swept across the sulfurous forest, but it didn't linger. The smile on her lips (which had been squinting) seemed unchanged.

"... A colleague?"

Guinaifen suddenly felt a pressure.

"Although we Stellaron Hunters have a bad reputation, we have an excellent one."

Kafka seemed to have guessed what Guinaifen was thinking.

"So I think we can have a harmonious working relationship."

"Definitely, definitely."

Guinaifen nodded in a formulaic manner.

She exudes such a strong sense of pressure, and her professional attire and attitude make her seem like a cute little bodyguard!

She was trembling with fear. Maybe she should go and get a black suit too?

Kafka didn't pay much attention to the ordinary little girl who was in an embarrassing situation. Her pink pupils refocused on Liu Bai, and she bowed slightly again.

"Boss, what are your orders?"

Chapter 164 Good Morning, Firefly

Instead of giving orders, tell me what kind of work you're willing to do first.

"Hmm... guarding, assassination, negotiation, errand running, logistics... and so on?"

Kafka maintained a composed smile and a thoughtful expression, but then nodded her lips as if in a hint.

"Anything you can think of that I can do, I'll do it!"

"..."

Liu Bai hadn't reacted yet, but Guinaifen's expression was already starting to look strange.

That line is really bad, isn't it?

Firefly! Firefly, say something!

Aren't you at odds with the other person?

"I see..."

That's a really tempting answer.

"So, welcome to the team?"

Liu Bai extended his palm towards Kafka, and Kafka shook it without hesitation.

"By the way, don't use hypnosis with Words of Power indiscriminately at home."

"Understood, Boss. I do have this kind of common sense."

As a perfunctory handshake, the two quickly separated their hands.

But in the end, talking about "common sense" with Stellaron Hunters is already a sign of a lack of common sense, isn't it?

Kafka always seemed to have a seductive yet dangerous smile on her face.

Then, Kafka turned her gaze to Guinaifen and Firefly.

"Boss, could you introduce these two colleagues to me?"

Guinaifen only felt a sense of danger from the top-tier mature woman, while Firefly's heart skipped a beat.

Oh no, is it going to be aimed at her?!

"Um, my name is Guinaifen. I'm the Boss Liu's bodyguard from Luofu Xianzhou. I'm skilled in all kinds of acrobatic performances! Just call me Little Gui!"

Guinaifen started off with a slight stutter, but thanks to Kafka's subtle yet approachable manner, Guinaifen speech became fluent.

Hmm... This woman is indeed strange. She's alluring and dangerous, but she also seems to have a faint, almost imperceptible, sense of approachability.

Was it hypocrisy or an unintentional slip-up?

"Hmm... Little Gui Zi, I'll remember that name."

Kafka nodded gently, her friendly demeanor making it difficult to discern her true thoughts.

Then, Kafka turned her gaze to Firefly.

Firefly felt her heart skip a beat.