I, Herrscher Slayer

Shen Gonglin's physical condition was quite good. He had been biting Kiana's soft skin for a while, but he couldn't break through it. Of course, this was also because he had held back a bit. When he bit Kiana earlier, Shen Gonglin felt his canine teeth itching to act up, and he was afraid of hurting her, so he restrained himself from using them. As a result, all he could leave was a teeth mark and a large patch of drool.

"If it didn't even draw blood, it definitely won't leave any teeth marks. I doubt it'll even be visible tomorrow. Kiana, go wipe it off... just to save face for me. Can you two just eat properly and stop fighting for now?"

Mei felt utterly exhausted. She grabbed Kiana's shoulders and warned her. If she hadn't held Kiana back, she would have gone to fight Shen Gonglin again. It felt like her workload had skyrocketed since Shen Gonglin woke up. It was as if she had found a perfect playmate for Kiana, but while Kiana was happy, Mei was the one suffering.

These two were too much to handle. Bronya was much more manageable. If Teacher Himeko and the class president were here, they could help her manage them. But with only herself...

Mei felt like she would lose at least ten years of her life managing these two.

Chapter Twenty-Nine

"How is it? The cream stew is quite delicious, isn't it? Eat more if you like it."

At the dining table, Mei smiled as she looked at Shen Gonglin opposite her. It seemed the sweet and sour dish suited his palate. The girl propped her chin on her hand, ignoring her own meal. It was wonderful that her cooking was so well-liked. Shen Gonglin was already on his second plate; he must really like it.

"Mhm, mhm. It's not glowing, but it's really delicious. Keep it up, Mei. One day, you'll make food that glows, and that will truly be the pinnacle of deliciousness."

He hadn't eaten in a long time, and Shen Gonglin was eating happily, as if he wanted to make up for all the meals he missed while he was unconscious. The sour cream taste was particularly appetizing. However, even so, it wasn't perfect. In Shen Gonglin's memory, perfect dishes had to have a glowing effect. It seemed Mei still had a long way to go.

"Glowing? Shen Gonglin, how can food glow? Is it some special technique?"

Mei had her own philosophy about cooking. Seeing that there was still room for improvement, she was very interested. Mei felt happy when she saw others satisfied after eating her cooking, and she would never pass up an opportunity for improvement.

"I'm not too sure. Maybe some kind of LED effect..."

Whenever it came to crucial details, Shen Gonglin would forget. He scratched his head, quite uncertain. If he could try it himself, perhaps he could reproduce it through muscle memory, but Mei wouldn't let him into the kitchen. It seemed the legendary glowing dishes were destined to remain just legends.

"Mei, don't listen to him. Even I know that LED is for lights. Your cooking is already delicious... Have another bowl!"

Compared to Shen Gonglin, Kiana's eating habits were truly voracious. Despite being a girl, her appetite and eating speed far outstripped Shen Gonglin's. She wiped the food residue from the corner of her mouth and held up her bowl to Mei. No matter how much she ate Mei's cooking, it was never enough. If it was delicious, she had to eat more.

"Sorry, Kiana, there's none left. Don't eat so much, either. Eating too much isn't good for your health."

Mei shook her head helplessly. Kiana's appetite was growing. Although Valkyries burned a lot of energy with their training and didn't have to worry about gaining weight, eating so much was truly not beneficial for her. She wanted to save the rest for Fu Hua when she returned. Teacher Himeko wasn't around lately, and Mei figured her workload would increase once she returned. She had to feed this whole household.

"Hey, why did Shen Gonglin get some, but I don't? Mei, you're so biased."

Even though her little belly was already slightly rounded, Kiana still felt she hadn't eaten enough. Moreover, this double standard treatment made Kiana quite unhappy. It felt like ever since Shen Gonglin woke up, Mei hadn't doted on her as much. Was it just her imagination?

"Uh... then I'll give you a little more?"

Mei felt a bit embarrassed when Kiana pointed this out. She was doing it for Kiana's own good, worried she'd overeat and feel sick. But the way Kiana put it made it seem like she was showing special favor to Shen Gonglin. The key point was that Mei didn't really have a reason to refute her. In fact, she had intended to give Shen Gonglin her own portion earlier, but if she said that... wouldn't it seem even stranger? Eating one dish between two people was probably something only couples would do.

She wondered if the class president would be back tonight. If she returned, she would make some more for her.

"I'll give you my portion. I've had enough."

Unexpectedly, Shen Gonglin pushed his portion towards Kiana. After finishing the sour cream and meat, only carrots and other vegetables remained. Shen Gonglin was wondering how to deal with them when Kiana came over. The cream stew was indeed delicious, but Shen Gonglin really couldn't stand carrots and other vegetables. This was where Kiana came in.

"Eh, really? Shen Gonglin, you're so nice."

Easily forgetting their earlier fight, Kiana happily took Shen Gonglin's bowl and started eating. Mei, however, stared intently at Kiana. She ate very naturally, without any hint of disgust, but these were the same utensils Shen Gonglin had just used... Could it be that she was overthinking it, and such behavior didn't have any special meaning?

"You can praise me for anything, just don't say I'm nice... Bronya, don't you like meat? I'll eat it for you."

He didn't want to be a good person. After handing his remaining food to Kiana, Shen Gonglin set his sights on the fried chicken in Bronya's bowl and unhesitatingly reached out with his chopsticks, preparing to put it in his mouth. He really was a helpful person. Bronya must not have eaten the chicken because she didn't like it. It was fine for him to help her solve it; after all, he had a good heart.

Although he wasn't a good person, Shen Gonglin had a good heart. There was no contradiction there.

"...Shen Gonglin, Bronya was planning to save the best for last."

With her gray eyes fixed on Shen Gonglin, Bronya reacted quickly. Just as Shen Gonglin was about to put the food in his mouth, she immediately spoke up to stop him. This guy hadn't even asked her. In Bronya's opinion, the most important parts of a dish were the first bite and the last bite. She had deliberately saved the best for last, and how could Shen Gonglin snatch it away?

"Sigh, how could this happen... Then Bronya, ah~"

If only he had been faster. He should have put it in his mouth before Bronya spoke, then she couldn't have done anything about it. But now... Sigh, he'd just consider it feeding a loli.

Holding the chicken and bringing it closer to Bronya, Shen Gonglin didn't feel there was anything wrong with his actions. Bronya hesitated for a moment before finally succumbing to the temptation of the fried chicken. Her thin lips parted slightly, and the emotionless loli calmly accepted Shen Gonglin's feeding. So, being emotionless sometimes wasn't so bad; at least it didn't let others discover her shyness.

It should be my turn next. Watching all this, Mei looked at the chicken in her bowl. It should be her turn now. But what should she do? Should she generously let him have it, or should she declare her ownership like Bronya? But if she did that, would Shen Gonglin treat her the same way he treated Bronya? She was so hesitant.

Mei sat up straight, ready for anything. Just like when she saw classmates sharing candy or sunflower seeds, she pretended not to notice. In reality, she was already prepared for anything. She had even rehearsed her expression in her mind. Come on!

Chapter Thirty: Accommodation Issues

Then Shen Gonglin stopped. Just as Mei was prepared for all sorts of situations, he stopped. Shen Gonglin put down his chopsticks and sat quietly at his seat. Seeing Shen Gonglin like this, Mei almost dropped her bowl. Was he targeting her? He didn't let go of the single piece left in Bronya's bowl, but he didn't even glance at the much larger portion remaining in hers. It wasn't that she wouldn't be satisfied unless Shen Gonglin came to eat hers; rather, Mei felt he was specifically targeting her. What was going on? Was he afraid she wouldn't let him eat?

Mei was probably also saving the best for last. When you drink water, you don't forget the well-digger... no, it's more like when you drink water, remember the person who dug the well. Mei had made this entire meal. Even if Shen Gonglin had no conscience, he wouldn't snatch food from Mei's mouth. Shen Gonglin understood the feeling of saving the best for last. Whether it was the strawberry left at the end of a cake, a pile of shelled sunflower seeds, or the last sip of a happy soda, those were the best delicacies in the world. Mei had worked very hard today, not only charging herself but also cooking and even looking at her panties. Shen Gonglin felt sorry for her, so he definitely couldn't do anything unethical.

Unethical behavior also depended on the person.

"Shen Gonglin, try this. It should taste good."

Fine, if you won't come, I'll come to you. Otherwise, she'd probably be thinking about this all night. What had she done to make Shen Gonglin target her? Why was he so casual with Bronya and Kiana but so polite with her? This special treatment was unbearable for Mei, a girl with mild obsessive-compulsive disorder. She picked up the chicken from her bowl and brought it directly to Shen Gonglin's lips. Eat, you eat this.

What's going on? Why is it being delivered to me? And this feeling... it's a bit strange.

Her sixth sense was very keen. Looking at the fried chicken in front of him, Shen Gonglin felt as if he were enveloped by a strange malice. If it were malice, it didn't quite feel like it. And the source of all this was the girl with the black and purple long hair in front of him. In Shen Gonglin's eyes, Mei had suddenly changed her image. How to put it? The previous Mei was purely a gentle girl, but the current Mei gave Shen Gonglin an unrefusably commanding aura. Was this presence just an illusion?

"Oh, Mei, you're so kind. It's so delicious."

Without any suspicion, and besides, who would refuse delicious food delivered to them? Shen Gonglin opened his mouth and ate the chicken Mei offered. After eating it, the inexplicable feeling vanished instantly. Mei was still that gentle girl. The feeling just now must have been an illusion.

"If it's delicious, I'll make it for you again."

Satisfied, Mei felt content after doing all this. She picked up her bowl and slowly began to eat. The eating styles of the three girls were also distinctly different. Kiana ate like a wolf, afraid someone would snatch her food. Bronya maintained a soldier-like demeanor, consuming the food she needed first. Mei, on the other hand, had the elegance of a young lady. Looking at the girls in front of him, Shen Gonglin's interest in St. Freya Academy grew even stronger. How did these three girls with such distinct personalities come together?

"Mei, are there only three of you living here?"

After dinner, Shen Gonglin finally had time to observe the room. It was called a dormitory, but it was completely different from what Shen Gonglin understood a dormitory to be. It was like a luxurious suite, with a kitchen, bathroom, and entertainment room all included. Wasn't this a school for training warriors to fight the Honkai? It felt like dormitory life here was quite comfortable.

"No, Teacher Himeko and the class representative also live here, and sometimes the Headmaster visits. However, Teacher Himeko and the Headmaster have other places to live. That room over there is Teacher Himeko's room."

The kitchen faucet was gushing water as Mei and Bronya washed the dishes. Kiana, stuffed from the meal, was lying on the sofa like a polar bear, digesting her food. Shen Gonglin, with nothing to do for the moment, began to explore the room. Teacher Himeko… that was an unfamiliar name.

Muttering this to himself, Shen Gonglin casually pushed the door to the closed room. To his surprise, the door was only slightly ajar. When Shen Gonglin pushed it, it swung open halfway. It was unexpected. It felt wrong to enter someone else's room when the owner wasn't present. Shen Gonglin was quite polite to strangers. He quickly tried to close the door, but as he pulled it, he couldn't help but glance inside. That one glance was enough to captivate Shen Gonglin.

Is this the world of adults? Such a size… truly befitting an adult.

Looking at the underwear hanging on the chair, Shen Gonglin couldn't help but swallow. He felt like a country bumpkin who had never seen the world. Mei's figure was already excellent, but even she probably couldn't fill out underwear this size. One could only say she was worthy of being a teacher. Shen Gonglin began to look forward to meeting this teacher he hadn't yet seen. Her combat power… tsk, she must be a formidable woman.

"Shen Gonglin… really, did Teacher Himeko forget to close the door again? Shen Gonglin, you didn't see anything you shouldn't have, did you?"

Just then, Mei finished washing the dishes and walked over. Seeing Himeko's door ajar, she quickly came to close it. Mei was well aware of that teacher's messy habits in private. It was usually fine since it was just girls, but this time, a boy was in the dormitory, so they had to be a little careful. She'd go tidy up the room for her later.

"No, no, I didn't see anything… By the way, Mei, where should I stay?"

Shen Gonglin quickly shook his head and denied it. At the same time, he quickly stuffed something he was holding behind his back into his clothes. He had unconsciously picked it up and was admiring it. When Mei came in, he didn't know why but hid it. He couldn't let Mei find out, or she'd think he was some kind of pervert. To prevent the girl in front of him from noticing anything amiss, Shen Gonglin quickly changed the subject. Actually, he didn't care where he slept at night; he just didn't want Mei to discover what was behind his back.

"Right, where should Shen Gonglin stay?"

This question instantly caught Mei's attention. It was indeed a big problem. Shen Gonglin had been hospitalized before, but that medical room had been reclaimed. How could he, a boy, stay at St. Freya Academy?

Could it be… he'll be staying in the dormitory?

Chapter 31: Pure and Untainted

Right, how would Shen Gonglin stay? This was indeed a problem. At that time, the three of them took turns taking care of Shen Gonglin, but now that he was awake, it was a bit awkward for them to share a room, especially since it was a girls' dormitory. Even the intelligent Kiana felt it was inappropriate. Where should Shen Gonglin stay? They had brought him in, after all; they couldn't just abandon him.

"How about this? It won't be too much trouble. I'll just stay in Kiana's room. I don't mind if the bed is small."

Shen Gonglin pondered for a moment and offered this solution. At the same time, he tucked the underwear behind his back further into his clothes. He had to find a way to return it to its owner, after all, he wasn't a real pervert.

"……I'm impressed by how you can say such things with a straight face. I'm not sleeping with you, don't even think about it."

How could this guy act like he was the one being wronged? Kiana quickly retorted. She hadn't agreed yet, so how could she let him stay in her room? Although they had slept together before, it was when Shen Gonglin was unconscious. In their current situation, Kiana was sure he would take advantage of her again. She wasn't unintelligent, just not foolish, and Kiana wouldn't give Shen Gonglin such an opportunity.

"Did I say I was going to sleep with you? You're good-looking and you think highly of yourself. Of course, you'll be sleeping on the sofa. It's big and soft, Kiana, you'll be fine sleeping here. I, this young master, am pure and untainted, how could I casually sleep with a girl? You're dreaming."

Shen Gonglin patted the sofa. This was his plan: he would grudgingly sleep in Kiana's room, and she would sleep on the sofa in the living room. Shen Gonglin was a proper gentleman. Although they were familiar with each other, they had only met today. Sleeping together on the first day was absolutely out of the question. Being pure and self-disciplined was Shen Gonglin's motto. Thinking about taking things to the next level on the first day, it wasn't like a visual novel.

Even visual novels weren't like this.

"Ha? Pure and untainted? Shen Gonglin, you're killing me! Do you think you can still be considered pure and untainted? Mei and I have seen you countless times. Let me tell you, I know exactly how many moles you have!"

Bickering with Shen Gonglin seemed to be Kiana's nature. Hearing him say that, Miss Kiana couldn't help herself. She didn't care what she was saying; as long as it made Shen Gonglin unhappy, she was happy. As soon as the unrestrained girl spoke, Mei covered her face. If you want to talk about yourself, fine, but why bring me into it? Don't I have any dignity?

She had hoped to keep this matter buried, but Kiana, who couldn't keep a secret, blurted it out. Shen Gonglin had been unconscious for several months, so it was normal for them to help him bathe and clean him. Except for the first time when they were inexperienced and accidentally exposed Shen Gonglin completely, they had left something for Shen Gonglin during the subsequent times. So… forget it, arguing was useless.

"What? Mei, is what Kiana said true!"

Shen Gonglin was shocked. He had thought he was pure and untainted, but Kiana had just delivered a blow. Shen Gonglin couldn't believe it. He immediately turned to ask Mei. This girl was a good person; her words wouldn't lie to him.

"Uh… if you're talking about moles, I don't know. Kiana was the one counting them. And Shen Gonglin, listen to me, we were just cleaning you up. After all, you fell directly, and there was mud and blood on you, so we had to clean you. But don't worry, it was just a necessary measure. I forgot about it immediately after seeing it, and except for the first time, I left something for you when I cleaned you up."

Mei organized her words, trying to reassure Shen Gonglin. However, the girl was also flustered at this moment. Her incoherent words made Shen Gonglin's heart sink halfway. What Kiana said was probably true.

"Yes, Bronya testifies that one time, Sister Mei and Kiana left you their socks."

The emotionless loli also delivered a blow to Shen Gonglin with her words. Leaving socks… Shen Gonglin imagined the scene for a moment and felt like he was about to crack. What had they done to him while he was unconscious? Beasts! These were a bunch of beasts!

"Then, does that mean I'm not clean? Mei, where is the bathroom? I want to take a bath! I want to bathe like the female protagonist in the TV shows!"

Suddenly informed of such a thing, Shen Gonglin felt that something was wrong with him all over. Was he actually some kind of tragic female protagonist? As soon as he woke up, he found out that such things had happened to him. They truly did everything that involved contact with others. He really wanted to bury his face in some older sister's embrace and cry his heart out.

"Hehe, that's right, you're dirty, you've been defiled by me. Even if you wash, you can't wash away my mark. Shen Gonglin, you're finished!"

Adopting the persona of a standard villain, Kiana cackled incessantly. It was this scene that made Mei feel a mix of emotions. Weren't these two playing the wrong roles? And who would use the word 'defiled' to describe themselves? If you can't speak properly, say less. Kiana's cultural level definitely needed improvement.

"It's okay, it's okay. I bought a new bottle of body wash, it'll definitely wash clean. How about this, Shen Gonglin, you go take a bath first, and I'll find some clean clothes for you too. It's not good to wear these. After you're done, we'll discuss other issues… Kiana, stop messing around, sit properly!"

Mei knew she had to do the comforting work herself. She sighed and patted Shen Gonglin's head as a gesture of comfort. Seeing Kiana still instigating, she glared at her. This blonde girl was completely wicked. She could have just talked about herself, but she had to bring Mei into it. How could Mei maintain her image as gentle and virtuous?

Therefore, Mei, wanting to salvage her image, thought of this problem. Shen Gonglin was still wearing hospital patient clothes. That school uniform clearly couldn't be worn anymore. Since he had finally woken up, he should take a good bath and change into clean clothes. She hoped this action would slightly improve her image in Shen Gonglin's heart.

"……Okay."

Sniffing, Shen Gonglin could only nod. Everything that had been done to him could not be undone, and all of this was caused by Kiana, the culprit. He hadn't expected that even a girl like Mei would be like this. It felt like such a loss. Just thinking about it made Shen Gonglin feel like he had lost immensely.

Even if he was unconscious, they shouldn't have done it without paying. What, did they want to get it for free? At least they should have given him some money.

Chapter 32: Valkyries Are Perverts

"It's about time. Shen Gonglin must have taken off all his clothes by now. Mei, let's go peek!"

Squatting by the bathroom door, listening to the splashing water inside, a wicked smile gradually formed on Kiana's lips. Now she knew Shen Gonglin's weakness. Despite how much he liked to take advantage of others, he was actually very thin-skinned. Everything she had done just now proved that. The young lady of the Kaslana family, whose conscience had long since vanished, raised her phone. What she needed to do now was to rush in, take embarrassing photos of Shen Gonglin, and then threaten him into doing even more embarrassing things!

"Kiana, you're truly a pervert."

Holding a bizarre yellow doll, Bronya looked at Kiana and made this comment. Based on previous conclusions, Bronya thought Kiana was only interested in Mei. But now, it seemed her perverted nature had intensified. This was something most people wouldn't do.

"……Bronya is right. Kiana, can't you be a little less perverted? You'll scare Shen Gonglin like this."

Is this girl really planning to go through with it? Is she really planning to barge in while Shen Gonglin is bathing? Mei rubbed her temples helplessly. What was wrong with Kiana? Why was she so interested in Shen Gonglin? Can't she just let him go? She had already tormented the child so badly earlier; he looked completely petrified and withered. Is she really seizing every opportunity to torment him to death? What benefit would killing Shen Gonglin bring her?

"Eh, you two are unwilling? Then I'll do it myself… …Mei, what are you doing? Don't stop me."

Kiana decided to go solo since she had no teammates, but just as she was about to make her move, Mei grabbed her by the collar. How could Mei just watch Kiana act so immorally and recklessly? Shen Gonglin was already pitiful enough, and he was bathing, so she had to protect him herself. She couldn't let him truly believe that all girls were perverts.

"I'd be crazy not to stop you. Come with me. You're not allowed to act alone until he's done bathing. I remember you have a lot of clothes that would suit him, right? Coincidentally, I only have dresses and things like that. Come with me now, let's find some clothes together. Bronya, you too."

Mei dragged Kiana to her room. In any case, Mei had no intention of letting Kiana go until Shen Gonglin finished bathing. Bathing was meant to relax the body and mind. Leaving Kiana here would only cause trouble. It was better to have her do something beneficial. This was the girls' dormitory, so if they wanted to find clothes for Shen Gonglin, they could only get them from Kiana or the class president.

"Phew... You actually have some conscience, Mei. I love it, I love it."

In the bathroom, Shen Gonglin leaned against the door, carefully discerning the sounds outside. A boy alone outside needed to protect himself, especially when he knew there were lustful female wolves outside who were coveting his flawless body. Shen Gonglin hadn't even started bathing since coming in. After understanding the conversation outside, he finally felt at ease. Compared to that immoral Kiana, Mei could be considered an angel.

Shen Gonglin took off his hospital gown and comfortably lay down in the bathtub. St. Freya Academy was truly excellent. The bathroom not only had a shower but also a bathtub. He really enjoyed bathing. Shen Gonglin let out a long sigh of relief. He had been busy running around all day since waking up. Now was a good time to rest.

Speaking of which, he could also deal with his previous underwear here. As everyone knows, underwear in the bathroom is the most appropriate thing. If he hung it here, it would have nothing to do with him. Even if someone saw it, they would probably think that Teacher Himeko hadn't cleaned up. The plan was perfect.

"I'm back... Is everyone gone?"

As the night deepened, Fu Hua pushed open the dormitory door and walked in. After reporting to Shen Gonglin, she had also helped Theresa with a lot of paperwork. Should she say that the capable are always overworked? Although her status was just a student, Fu Hua's work included guiding students, handling documents, and even working part-time for training. She was as good as several people. That's what Fu Hua was like.

The dormitory seemed different from usual today. Normally, the few of them would be in the living room watching TV, playing games, or resting. But when she returned today, no one was there. Had they all gone out to play with Shen Gonglin, leaving her alone in the dormitory... Just right, she could finally rest well. She could relax a little in a place where no one was around.

Fu Hua stretched, feeling like she hadn't moved her body like this in a long time. Her body felt as if it were about to rust. Sparring with Shen Gonglin gave Fu Hua new insights into the martial path. This world never lacked geniuses, but the martial path was not something that only geniuses could follow; it also required a tenacious heart. Shen Gonglin, would he have that tenacious heart?

For some reason, she thought of the blonde young man again. His talent in the martial path was something Fu Hua had never seen before. As long as he accepted her guidance properly, surpassing her would likely only be a matter of time. This way, there would be another powerful combat force against the Honkai. But how should she invite him? She had just met him today and immediately fought him, and then she had knocked him so hard that his nose bled. How should she even talk to him after this meeting?

While contemplating these matters, Fu Hua took off her outer clothes and headed for the bathroom. She hadn't showered after training today and had stayed to help the Headmaster after sparring with Shen Gonglin. Besides, it was normal for girls to take a bath. Fu Hua, preoccupied with her thoughts, didn't notice the commotion in the bathroom. And so, Fu Hua directly pushed open the bathroom door. After Kiana and the others left, Shen Gonglin had completely let down his guard. Why would a boy lock the door when he was bathing?

As a result, this is how it turned out.

"Ah, sorry, I didn't realize someone was using the bathroom... Shen Gonglin?"