Didn't you guys rob a bank?

Raiden Mei said with relief, then noticed that the ice cream in her hand was starting to melt, so she quickly licked it, and the sweet taste made her eyes light up.

"Tasty!"

"Hehehe, this is a flavor I carefully selected... Wait a minute! Mei, are you serious? This is definitely going to cause a big problem!"

"That's what I should face! At worst, I'll go to the Anti-Entropy side and continue learning from Teacher Yang. Once I truly master this power within me, I'll use practical actions to atone for my sins and make amends."

"Mei..."

Now, it's Kiana's turn to find the ice cream in her hand tasteless.

She couldn't accept Raiden Mei leaving St. Freya and leaving her.

However, if Anqi truly knew the truth and genuinely hated Raiden Mei, that would indeed be Anqi's right, and Raiden Mei would have no choice but to leave on her own.

Kiana lowered her head in distress, biting her lip, and suddenly felt a sense of helplessness. It had nothing to do with power; she just couldn't think of a way to solve the problem.

Perhaps that's why Kiana subconsciously doesn't want to think about this kind of issue.

At that moment, Kiana felt a warm and soft touch in her palm; it was Raiden Mei taking her hand.

"I'm sorry, I came out to help you relax, but I ended up saying a lot of things that gave you a headache! Don't worry, I'll handle these problems, and no matter where we are, our relationship will never change. Right, Kiana?"

"Of course! I will always love Mei, no matter if we're together or not, no matter what we become, it will never change!"

"That's enough. Didn't you say you wanted to buy clothes? We're at the mall, let's go in!"

"Hehe, let's go to the lingerie store first, I want to see Mei change into some nice lingerie!"

Kiana, drooling, grabbed Raiden Mei and ran towards the lingerie store; her intentions were as clear as day.

Raiden Mei blushed, knowing what kind of embarrassing reaction Kiana would have next.

But what can be done? When has Raiden Mei ever been able to refuse Kiana's advances? To be frank, given Kiana's initiative and Raiden Mei's doting indulgence, if Bronya hadn't acted as Raiden Mei's guardian of chastity, then—those who know, know; everything is self-evident.

Chapter 144 You guys didn't rob a bank, did you?

Kiana and Mei are enjoying a wonderful weekend holiday.

Anqi naturally wouldn't miss the opportunity, and dragged Himeko to the amusement park early on.

"(* /ω*) Oh no! It's a zombie! How scary~~"

In the pitch-black haunted house, Anqi threw herself into Himeko's arms.

"You've seen countless Suicide Soldiers, what's this that scares you? But looking closely, it really is disgusting."

Himeko had one arm around Anqi's waist, and with the other hand, she picked up a plastic maggot from the zombie's head, chuckled, shook it, and then put it back on the spot.

Zombie actor. "..."

Excuse me, miss, could you please respect my profession?

Watching the alluring yet dashing figure disappear into the distance, the actor felt a slight resentment and couldn't help but mutter to himself:

"Why are they hugging so intimately? You rarely see mothers and daughters or sisters like this, do you?"

Anqi stayed close to Himeko's body the whole way, inhaling Himeko's scent, as they walked out of the haunted house.

After seeing the sunlight again, Himeko patted Anqi's little head.

"Hey, hey, hey, you've pretended enough, haven't you? Don't think I don't know you're yelling, but your body doesn't even flinch. It's giving me the creeps, but I don't think you're scared at all, are you?"

"Hehe! Himeko, you see through it but don't say it!"

Anqi released Himeko's slender waist and stared at Himeko's charming face with bright, loving eyes.

Himeko pinched Anqi's nose helplessly and said:

"We've tried all the thrilling rides, how about I take you out for lunch?"

"Yay!"

The two arrived at the amusement park's restaurant.

Thanks to the Himeko of a certain Tachibana conglomerate, Himeko's salary has skyrocketed, and she doesn't care about the restaurant's exorbitant prices at all. She ordered a lavish meal without even blinking.

Soon, Anqi started eating voraciously. Her movements were not rough but very fast. Her round cheeks and the way she chewed like a little animal made Himeko chuckle.

Himeko rested her chin on her hand, watching Anqi eat like a little squirrel, a smile curving her lips, her bright, captivating eyes filled with a tenderness and doting affection she herself could never have imagined.

'Wow, things have changed so much!'

Himeko sighed inwardly.

She still clearly remembers that six months ago, Anqi was a little wildcat who was wary of everything and wanted to scratch anyone who got close.

Then, without realizing it, the little wildcat softened into an obedient, sensible, and affectionate house cat, especially when it was with Himeko, it was so soft and sweet that it was like a cotton candy.

Himeko felt a sense of inexplicable pride.

In the ups and downs of her life, this was the first time someone seemed to depend on her with everything they had. This feeling was fulfilling, reassuring, and irresistible.

'However, they're still this close after that incident—it's definitely not just the fledgling effect, is it?'

The smile on her face faded slightly. Himeko was reluctant to take her gaze off Anqi's face, but a heavy feeling settled in her heart.

Anqi is 14 years old, Himeko is 24 years old.

Anqi is St. Freya's student, Himeko is her teacher.

That shouldn't be allowed, and it's not permissible either.

'No, no! Before getting bogged down in moral and ethical issues, we should first consider our sexual orientation! I fucking like men, and I want to marry an honest guy!'

Although that's what my heart is screaming.

But no matter how hard Himeko thought, she couldn't seem to imagine a man who would make her happily put on a wedding dress and walk into a church.

But Anqi's wedding dress flashed through my mind.

'Isn't this super cute!?'

'Ugh! What am I thinking?!'

' Himeko, you need to have some self-respect! You can't do this!'

Himeko suddenly slammed her hand on the table.

"Bang!"

Anqi flinched in fright, her small hand freezing in mid-air, her puffed-out cheeks instantly stopping. She stared blankly at Himeko, mumbling indistinctly:

"Ji Zi, is Li Zai Gan some kind of demon?"

"It's okay, you eat first, I'm going out for some fresh air!"

Himeko touched her reddened forehead and smiled broadly.

Himeko doesn't smoke, at most she drinks heavily, and because of the incident where she was drunk and had an affair, she rarely touches alcohol now.

But in the gentle breeze on the rooftop, Himeko felt a sudden urge to light a cigarette.

It's so annoying.

Rationally, she felt that such a thing was wrong, firstly because of her orientation—okay, okay, for Valkyrie, this thing is Schrödinger's cat, until the very last moment, no one can say for sure which side it will collapse to.

But even ignoring the issue of orientation, the social status and age difference are all there, it's just too bizarre no matter how you look at it, right?

"I'm not a lolicon! You can't!"

Himeko let out a distressed and dejected wail.

But how should we deal with it?

She didn't want to see Anqi sad!

"Damn! I'd rather fight the Honkai Emperor!"

Himeko grumbled as she looked down at the pedestrians. These were not the first time she had pondered these conflicting thoughts, which had completely ruined her good mood that morning.

"Then why don't you wait until she's a little older?"

"It's not just this problem! I don't even know how much longer I have to live. She's so young. Am I supposed to let her cry at my grave every year?"

"You're both Valkyrie, how do you know she'll definitely outlive you? The most painful thing isn't separation by life or death, but getting caught up in all this nonsense, only to realize it when you die or lose her, regretting not having conveyed the feelings you should have told her."

"Anyone can spout grand principles, right? You're just talking without understanding the situation... you're the one who's in the thick of it all!?"

The speaker was Evelyn, one of St. Freya's teachers, a retired B-rank Valkyrie, so senior that even Himeko could call her "senpai" (senior).

To be honest, it's extremely rare for Valkyrie like her to be able to endure until retirement, so she's qualified to share her life experience with young people.

Himeko suddenly remembered that this was also an old drinking buddy of hers, and that she had recently consulted him about relationship problems.

Immediately, amidst Evelyn's gentle smile, Himeko broke out in a cold sweat.

"So, our school's rising star Anqi, is the female lead from the 'You Have a Friend' story you mentioned last time?"

"... Ahahaha! What are you saying, senior? I don't understand at all!"

"I'm totally on your side! Yao Rouyin is easy to seduce, and the love in her eyes when she looks at you is practically overflowing. You definitely won't lose out!"

"Please gracefully leave my sight!!!"

Himeko's face turned bright red as she gritted her teeth and spoke.

Evelyn wasn't annoyed. She turned and left with a smile, but soon a bright-smiling young girl grabbed her arm, and they left chatting and laughing sweetly.

Himeko recognized her; it was Evelyn's partner, about six years younger than Evelyn, and the current Valkyrie of Headquarters. Many of their colleagues who knew them were silently hoping that this girl could also retire peacefully and spend the rest of her life with Evelyn.

However, everyone understands how difficult that is.

It is more likely that Evelyn will attend his funeral and then spend the rest of her life in boundless grief.

The so-called Valkyrie, despite their immense power and beautiful figures, are mostly just beings whose lives are precarious and uncertain.

Himeko couldn't help but feel a pang of pity, and murmured:

Is the lack of communication more painful than parting?

"Aaaaaah!!!"

"I don't want to think about it anymore, it's giving me a headache! Screw it, I'm going to go ride the giant swing again!"

Himeko abandoned her thoughts and, with a fierce aura, left the rooftop.

Driven by this momentum, the afternoon's activities were far more frenzied than the morning's, Anqi eventually fell asleep and had to be carried back by Himeko.

But from her adorable sleeping face with a smile, it's easy to see that she was also content.

"Himeko..."

"Yes, I'm here. Are you talking in your sleep?"

"I love you..."

Himeko paused in her steps.

Her chaotic feelings were indescribable, Himeko could only remain silent as she returned to the academy with a bewildered and helpless heart.

Bronya: "Is everything alright with Mei? She won't let me go over there. What if that perverted Cabbage Worm does something reckless..."

Fu Hua: "Anqi should be back soon, right? I hope she has a good time with Himeko..."

As the sun gradually set, the two people left at home couldn't help but talk about the situation outside, each with their own feelings.

But since it's just a one-day trip, there's not much to worry about.

Fu Hua quickly thought of Ji Lin and A-Lin, who were far away in Shenzhou.

'It seems like it's been a while since you contacted me. Hopefully you're not in any trouble. I'm wondering if my bank account balance is enough; I should check it.'

Fu Hua had an idea, took out her phone, and checked the balance of the bank card that she had given to Ji Lin and the others.

Then, Fu Hua tilted her head with a puzzled look on her face.

At that moment, Bronya peeked out from behind.

"What a long balance! So the class monitor is actually the richest woman in the house who's been keeping a low profile all along?"

"No, no, no! There aren't that many! What's going on? Did they rob a bank?"