Outlaw in the World of Conan, Tokisaki Kurumi

It was precisely that kindness that led Curacao to sacrifice herself to save the members of the "Daredevil Youth Group."

Therefore, Kurumi held Curacao in high regard.

"Think about it, without Rum's constraints, I wouldn't order you around like a subordinate. Instead, I'd treat you as a friend."

Noticing Curacao's gaze shifting towards her, Kurumi continued, "We don't care about your past identity, nor do we care about what you've done before."

"Even if some of the assassination plans against you were mine?" Kurumi's words, painting a bright future, gradually began to sway Curacao's resolve, but she remained suspicious of Kurumi's motives.

Facing Curacao's slightly mocking question, Kurumi shrugged indifferently, her tone relaxed, "But did you succeed? Apart from leaving me with a few injuries, weren't all your other actions resolved by me alone?"

Curacao knew that what Kurumi said was the truth.

Because she understood one thing clearly: Kurumi indeed possessed the strength to be proud of, and the missions Kurumi had completed over the years had all been 100% successful without exception.

And most importantly, all the people Kurumi was assigned to kill were heinous criminals; she had never harmed innocent civilians.

To be honest, Curacao's hostility towards Kurumi, apart from obeying Rum's orders, stemmed from the fact that deep down, Curacao believed Kurumi still held onto a sense of kindness and justice that she found laughable.

She sighed helplessly.

Curacao, having regained her composure, felt a pull towards Kurumi's offer, but at this moment, she couldn't yet accept her sudden change in fate.

"I need to think about it."

"No problem!" Seeing Curacao finally waver, Kurumi happily arranged, "Then starting today, Sister Narumi, you'll have to put up with sleeping with me."

Seeing Kurumi say this to her with a hint of apology, Narumi didn't feel put out at all. Instead, she showed a look of immense surprise and joy, nodding eagerly in agreement, "No problem, Kurumi!"

I've finally made it! Narumi screamed ecstatically in her mind, already picturing herself hugging the fragrant, soft Kurumi every night as she slept.

After speaking, Kurumi looked at Miyano Akemi, "Then Miss Akemi, you'll temporarily stay in Narumi's room." Since her relationship with Miyano Akemi wasn't yet that close, Kurumi didn't use an intimate address like she did with Narumi.

"But..." Miyano Akemi, knowing she was still on the Organization's kill list, was worried. She was concerned that if someone from the Organization came looking and saw that she hadn't been rescued by Akai Shuichi but was instead saved by Kurumi, who had disobeyed orders, would the Organization target Kurumi?

Regarding Miyano Akemi's worries, Kurumi expressed indifference, comforting her, "It's okay, it's very safe here!"

Without Rum's threat, Kurumi didn't believe anyone in the Organization would dare to make a move against her.

And even if Rum were to stubbornly try to cause trouble, then she couldn't blame Kurumi for being "dishonorable."

What's more, Kurumi had spent a large amount of reward points earned from missions over the years to purchase a lot of high-tech defensive equipment from the system store, which she had installed around her home.

Otherwise, how could Kurumi have only saved less than ten thousand points in two full years?

Speaking of reward points, Kurumi suddenly remembered that she hadn't claimed the reward for the main mission of saving Miyano Akemi this time.

"As for Curacao, you can temporarily stay in another empty room." Assigning the last available room in her house to Curacao, Kurumi then realized that her home might become quite lively from now on.

From living alone to living with Narumi, the arrival of Miyano Akemi and Curacao suddenly brought the number of people in the house to four.

Hearing Kurumi's arrangements, Curacao nodded in agreement.

"Excellent!" Seeing that no one had any objections to her arrangements, Kurumi clapped her hands, "Alright, everyone's had a busy night. Shall we have a late-night snack before resting, or what do you say?"

Feeling a bit hungry, Kurumi suggested.

"Um... I'll follow your lead, Kurumi." Narumi thought for a moment. There were still quite a few ingredients in the refrigerator; if they made hot pot, it should be enough for four people.

Miyano Akemi looked at Kurumi, then at Narumi.

Just as Kurumi had said, she had been anxious since morning and hadn't eaten much. Now that she was settled, she felt her stomach protesting.

However, out of modesty, Miyano Akemi, who was already very grateful to Kurumi, didn't want to cause any more trouble.

So, despite being hungry, she remained silent, leaving everything to Kurumi's decision.

As for Curacao, she wasn't in the mood.

Seeing that the two newcomers hadn't voiced their opinions, and feeling a bit hungry, Kurumi decided to have a late-night snack first.

"Then let's just have something simple!"

Kurumi made the final decision.

A few minutes later, Kurumi, Narumi, Miyano Akemi, and Curacao, who had been forcefully pulled along by Kurumi, sat around the dining table, enjoying a delicious hot pot together.

101 Does Saving Someone Need a Reason? (Second Update)

Curacao, having just switched from the opposing faction, appeared very reserved. However, under Kurumi's enthusiastic hospitality, Curacao gradually opened up and began to chat with everyone from time to time.

To welcome the two new companions, Kurumi happily opened two bottles of her prized aged liquor.

Unable to resist Kurumi's enthusiasm, Curacao, who usually didn't drink much, had no choice but to drink several more glasses. Her fair complexion was now flushed red from the alcohol.

"I... I can't drink anymore!" Curacao slurred, her eyes becoming unfocused.

Unlike the inwardly conflicted Curacao, Miyano Akemi, who was genuinely happy and relaxed, enthusiastically toasted Kurumi and Narumi, her saviors, repeatedly. Then, with tears streaming down her face as she laughed, she fully released the pressure in her heart.

Ultimately, Miyano Akemi passed out from drinking.

Seeing Miyano Akemi leaning against her chair, head tilted back, snoring soundly, Kurumi, feeling she had drunk enough, ended the late-night meal.

Although she had drunk quite a bit, Aso Narumi, who had maintained her sobriety, voluntarily took on the task of cleaning the table. Kurumi, on the other hand, directly summoned King Crimson in front of Narumi. Under Narumi's accustomed gaze, the sleeping Miyano Akemi and the dazed Curacao's bodies stiffened, then rose and floated upstairs, following behind Kurumi.

As Kurumi's devoted follower, Narumi already knew about Kurumi's miraculous ability called [Stand]. Especially when she learned about the abilities of Kurumi's Stand, King Crimson, Narumi was so astonished that she couldn't speak, only repeatedly exclaiming, "Amazing!" while gazing at Kurumi with adoring, star-filled eyes.

Bringing the two upstairs, Kurumi first placed Miyano Akemi on Narumi's bed, turned on the air conditioning, and covered her with a blanket. Then, she led Curacao to the last vacant bedroom.

Curumi carried the dazed Curacao to the bed. After turning on the air conditioning and covering her with a blanket, just like before, Kurumi sat at the head of the bed, grinning as she looked at Curacao, who resembled a sleeping beauty.

Although Kurumi really wanted to "devour" Curacao right then and there, she knew that haste makes waste. Kurumi suppressed her bold idea and decided to take things slow and steady.

Returning to her room, she turned on the air conditioning and heater, then went downstairs to help Narumi wash the dishes.

"Kurumi, can Curacao really be trusted?" Narumi asked, placing the washed bowls into the cabinet, voicing her concern.

Narumi felt conflicted about Curacao, who had repeatedly helped Rum against Kurumi.

On one hand, knowing how strong Curacao was, Narumi understood that Curacao's addition would undoubtedly give Kurumi a powerful ally.

But!

Narumi couldn't fully trust Curacao.

She wasn't sure if this recently "joined" Organization member would use the opportunity to dig for Kurumi's secrets and then contact Rum again, becoming an informant for the other side.

It was due to these worries that Narumi spoke to Kurumi when they were alone.

Kurumi smiled mysteriously at Narumi's concern.

"Curacao's nature isn't inherently bad. It's just that after living in that environment for so long, Curacao's heart has long been 'stained black'."

"Is that so?" Kurumi's explanation clearly couldn't convince Narumi immediately, but out of trust for Kurumi, Narumi decided to believe Kurumi's judgment for now.

"And also..."

As Kurumi whispered into Narumi's ear, Narumi's expression gradually shifted to one of sudden realization.

Meanwhile, Curacao, who had been sleeping in bed, slowly opened her eyes.

I... I think I drank too much... Feeling her head swim and her thoughts slow down, Curacao tried hard to recall the events before.

What is this?

The warm air from the air conditioner and the soft bedding made Curacao feel confused.

Could this be Bloody Mary preparing this for me? She sniffed the blanket. From the gray striped comforter, Curacao detected a very pleasant scent. The blanket didn't seem like it had been stored for a long time.

Turning on the bedside lamp, Curacao finally got a clear look at the room's arrangement.

The simple, unadorned room was clean and tidy, and the air faintly smelled of a floral freshener.

Lifting the blanket and sitting up, Curacao clutched her head, her expression pained. The effects of the alcohol made her, who rarely drank, feel quite unwell.

Just as Curacao was analyzing her surroundings, the closed door suddenly opened.

"Ara, you're awake?"

With Kurumi's voice, Curacao turned her head and saw Kurumi at the door, holding a teacup and a kettle, seemingly having prepared water for her.

"Mm."

Curacao nodded. Still somewhat groggy, she asked, confused, "Bloody Mary, why did you help Miyano Akemi?"

Curacao genuinely couldn't understand why Kurumi would risk so much to save Miyano Akemi.

Regarding this question, Kurumi placed the cup and kettle on the nightstand. After pouring a cup of water, Kurumi sat beside Curacao and said, "Because she's a good person."

"A good person?"

"Yes."

Kurumi's answer clearly didn't satisfy Curacao.

"Just for that?"

Risking her life for a good person? Curacao shook her head, thinking that couldn't possibly be the reason for Kurumi's risky actions.

Or rather, it wasn't the only reason.

Although Curacao scoffed at this seemingly simple answer, she could vaguely sense the seriousness and earnestness in Kurumi's eyes.

"Curacao, do you think one needs a convincing reason to save someone?" Kurumi asked, looking at Curacao.

"Don't you?"

"Of course not," Kurumi replied with utmost seriousness.

"Killing someone might require a reason, but saving someone doesn't."

"Especially when I have the ability to save them."

Inheriting the traditional virtues of the Chinese nation, Kurumi righteously declared her creed to Curacao.

"I think you should also understand, Curacao, that I never harm innocent people. Even if it's a mission from the Organization, as long as the target is innocent, no matter how formidable they are, I will always refuse."

Curacao chuckled at Kurumi's words.

Perhaps it was mockery, perhaps self-deprecation.

"Maybe so. That's probably why Bloody Mary has offended so many people in the Organization."

At this moment, Curacao seemed to understand the reason behind Kurumi's actions.

"But in this society, good people don't always get rewarded..."

From her own perspective, Curacao said coldly.

102 Curacao Listens Through the Door Gap (Third Update)

"I just don't want to have any regrets." Kurumi didn't refute or agree with Curacao's words. "However, I'm not a good person~"

Smiling noncommittally, Curacao, feeling her mind gradually clearing, said to Kurumi, "Yes, after all, you've spilled no less blood than any of us."

What Curacao was referring to was naturally the people Kurumi had killed when she wiped out Rum's subordinate's drug trafficking group.

The incident at that time had shocked the entire Organization, and Rum, who had suffered a major economic blow, was so furious that he ordered his subordinates to retaliate against Kurumi.

"By the way, Curacao, you can just call me Kurumi from now on." With that, Kurumi stood up and continued, "It's getting late, so let's get some rest."

Looking at Kurumi's retreating back, Curacao wore an awkward expression. "Um... I want to take a bath."

Although, as Kurumi had said, Curacao was indeed very tired. However, as a woman, the feeling of being dirty made Curacao very uncomfortable.

"I'll take you there first."

"Okay."

Standing up, Curacao was led by Kurumi to the bathroom on the second floor.

In front of the bathroom door, Kurumi said, "I'll go prepare a new set of clothes and a towel. You can wash up first, and I'll bring them over later."

Hearing this, Curacao nodded, opened the door, and walked into the bathroom.

As the sound of the door closing echoed behind her, Kurumi found Narumi standing excitedly in her bedroom, staring at her bed, seemingly contemplating whether she would sleep inside or outside tonight.

"Sister Narumi?"

Hearing Kurumi's voice, Narumi hurriedly wiped the saliva that had unconsciously dripped from the corner of her mouth due to some fantasy with her sleeve and turned around.

"Kurumi, are you ready to sleep?"