The Sheltered Young Master, Genjiro

While Rita didn't actively share some of the tasks she carried out with Gwen and You Lan Dai Er, she also didn't deliberately hide them from them.

Therefore, when Gwen came to her door, Rita didn't have many doubts; instead, a faint joy flashed through her mind...

At least, like Gwen You Lan Dai Er, they didn't view the shadowy missions she carried out with prejudice, and were even willing to share them with her...

Because of her recent shower, her short, gray-gold hair, still damp, didn't partially cover one of Rita's eyes as usual. Instead, it was neatly combed to the sides, revealing her slightly narrowed, wine-red eyes.

Over the past two years, Gwen has gradually become accustomed to Rita's alluring charm that she occasionally reveals. He's not exactly unfazed by anything, but he's certainly taken it for granted.

However, looking at Rita, who exuded a pure aura different from her usual self after her bath, and whose pretty face carried a slightly teasing smile, Gwen couldn't help but feel a little flutter in his heart.

However, Gwen remained outwardly calm, simply sitting up straight and smiling slightly:

"Certainly--

Do you, Rita, think of me as the kind of person who would betray my friends?

"Of course not..."

Rita, who had just teased him with her question, covered her mouth and chuckled. Her long, slender legs, which seemed to still have a trace of moisture, were pressed together and seemed to reflect light under the soft lamplight.

"That..."

Gwen, who appeared calm on the surface but whose gaze was unconsciously drawn to something, leaned forward slightly, a look of anticipation on his face.

"If you need anything, Rita will certainly do her best to help you."

Rita casually brushed her damp hair aside, restoring her freshly dried hair to the look Gwen knew.

However, as her hairstyle returned to the one Gwen was familiar with, Rita's smile faded, and she whispered:

"However, there are some things Rita still wants to clarify beforehand—"

If Rita were to design it, there might be some aspects... that wouldn't quite suit your taste.

Rita could certainly hide some of her flaws, but in order to help Gwen as much as possible, Rita succumbed to a certain impulse that was quietly rising in her heart and tentatively offered her thoughts.

Upon hearing this, Gwen chuckled softly:

"Isn't that why I came to seek your help?"

"..."

Upon hearing the unexpected answer, Rita was slightly taken aback, but then she once again revealed that captivating smile.

That night, the lights in Rita's house stayed on very late...

Three days later, Gwen was already on a direct flight to the Far East.

However, Gwen now had black hair, his originally calm and gentle demeanor had become sharp and edgy, and his appearance had also changed slightly—

Given that Gwen's photos were already widely available on Schicksal's internal forums, his facial features have most likely been included in Anti-Entropy, so some makeup is necessary.

After all, if Gwen were to act under his true identity, he would likely be attacked by the Anti-Entropy radicals before he could even begin.

And Rita's cooking skills are indeed reassuring—

According to Anna, who is making her final efforts to be promoted to Class A, even acquaintances would find it difficult to recognize Gwen's identity at a glance, and outsiders who only have some photos would find it even more difficult to identify him.

The fake files that Schicksal prepared for Gwen were quite deceptive.

To make his disguise more convincing, Gwen even attended a banquet yesterday—

Then, at the banquet, he accomplished a task of giving a warning to those who started to misbehave again... He personally created the persona of someone who had to leave Europe and go to the Far East to avoid trouble because he had offended too many people.

Gwen didn't have to wait long before the plane took off. Gwen looked down at the city that was gradually shrinking, and a hint of dissatisfaction seemed to flash across his face.

However, in reality, Gwen's joy was almost overflowing. He felt as if he had transformed into Liu Bei, who had escaped from Xuchang, and felt that "the sea is wide enough for fish to leap and the sky is high enough for birds to fly."

If it weren't for the fact that he could share his joy with "Netizen," Gwen would be worried that he wouldn't be able to suppress his smile.

Having been in this world for nearly two years, Gwen has almost never been completely relaxed, simply because he worries that revealing anything unusual will arouse the suspicion of Otto, the chess player, or even make him a target.

The last one targeted Siegfried, who survived only because he was hit by the Honkai Fission Bomb and his wife risked her life to save him.

"So, you've temporarily escaped that dangerous place?"

Even through the screen, Ruan Mei, who was leisurely embroidering, could feel the undisguised joy and ease in Gwen's words.

This was an emotion that Ruan Mei had never experienced before.

"We can only say that we have temporarily escaped surveillance from who-knows-where, but we still need to be careful before we have the power to overturn the table."

Although he was in the most relaxed state he had ever been since arriving in this world, Gwen.

"..."

Upon reading the message from Gwen, Ruan Mei's delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly.

It's not that I pity Gwen for not being able to completely relax even now, but rather that I can't quite understand what kind of emotions Gwen is feeling at this moment.

However, a moment later, Ruan Mei suddenly remembered something, and with a slight smile, she put down her embroidery and left the bedroom.

A moment later, Ruan Mei returned to the bedroom with a plate of pastries she had prepared and placed it next to the special communicator.

"You've been given a brief respite today, so complete freedom isn't far off. Don't put too much pressure on yourself..."

I happen to have a plate of pastries on hand, would you like to try some?

Sweetness can greatly increase a person's sense of happiness.

"...Thanks."

Seeing the words from this Netizen whom he had always used as a outlet for his emotions, Gwen remained silent for a moment before replying:

"You haven't completed the binding process yet, and the handling fee must be very expensive, so I'll cover it."

Gwen didn't hold back on the information he and Cocolia had researched regarding the points system and the Chat System's binding details, sharing it all with this Netizen whose profile picture was still blank.

Firstly, given the intelligence of the other scholars, they should be able to quickly figure these things out on their own, so it's better to play along than to hide them.

Secondly... the more points the other party spends, the more commission Gwen can get.

Chapter 121 The Young Yuzuru

Although Gwen was occasionally disappointed that the other party still hadn't chosen to bind to the system despite their almost inseparable relationship, the points he earned from the other party's spending made Gwen honestly put aside his intention to persuade them. However, out of a sense of responsibility to his friend, he clearly told the other party that not completing the final binding would result in spending nearly ten times more.

"Since it's a gift for you, how could I let you spend money on it?"

Upon seeing Gwen's reply, Ruan Mei's lips curled slightly, and she quickly responded.

"Then I shall respectfully accept your offer..."

Seeing from the Netizen's spending over the past few months that the other party didn't lack these points, Gwen didn't say anything more and agreed.

While replying to the other party, Gwen also opened his handbag, looking as if he was about to eat something.

The next moment, a plate of delicate pastries appeared in Gwen's handbag. The delicate fragrance, like plum blossoms, wafted into his nose and mouth, making Gwen's mouth water.

Although she had often heard the other person mention making pastries, this was the first time Gwen had seen their work in person.

After all, Gwen, being at Destiny Headquarters and unsure whether there were cameras around him, had to be careful.

Gently picking up a piece of pastry, Gwen smelled the slightly richer, more delicate aroma in the air, but instead of putting it in his mouth, he examined it carefully and found that it was as exquisite as a work of art.

"It's beautiful, I'm already looking forward to the next flavor..."

After sending the message, Gwen put the pastry between his fingers into his mouth.

Even Gwen's tongue, which had gradually become spoiled by Rita, couldn't find any fault with it.

Until... Gwen bit through the delicate outer shell of the pastry and touched the richly fragrant filling inside—

"!"

Even though Gwen's diet has changed in the last two years and his need for sugar has increased, he still feels sickeningly sweet right now!

Before Gwen could even ask, Ruan Mei, having estimated the time, sent out a message first—

"How is it? Sweet?"

The text ended with an emoji of a black-haired little girl tilting her head in confusion.

"..."

Gwen was silent for a moment before replying—

"Sweet!"

The post was followed by a meme of someone gritting their teeth.

In her elegant boudoir, Ruan Mei looked at Gwen's gritting teeth expression, and the corners of her mouth curled up even more, a sense of "successful revenge" rising in her heart—

Ruan Mei had been lying low for a long time, waiting until today to find an opportunity to make Gwen eat this pastry with excessive sugar without any doubt.

On the other side, although Gwen had been slightly tricked, he wasn't angry at all. In fact, he felt more relaxed because of this harmless joke.

Of course, before relaxing, Gwen also carefully checked his body to make sure there were no problems.

Of course, the relaxation is only temporary; after that, Gwen's already monotonous life will become even busier.

As Gwen doing many things he couldn't do because he was worried about being monitored from who-knows-where.

Now that he has temporarily separated from Destiny Headquarters, Gwen can finally put these matters on his agenda...

Of course, things have priorities, and Gwen, who had been waiting for a long time, was not in such a hurry to act on the plane.

After arriving in Tokyo, Gwen transferred to a plane bound for Changkong City, finally arriving in the place where the story began late at night.

However, Gwen had no intention of going on a pilgrimage; instead, he seemed quite impatient.

As a rebellious young master who could cause himself to flee to the Far East at a banquet, it's normal for him to have a temper.

However, when Gwen checked in, intending to stay at the hotel for one night and then buy a property the next day, he encountered a young girl who made his heart skip a beat—

"Hello, Mr. Yuzuru, would you like me to help you carry your luggage to your room?"

The white-haired female bellhop, with her long white hair neatly tied up like the other waitresses, delicate features, and sweet smile, politely asked.

Yuzuru, Gwen, the young master who fled to the Far East, gave himself the name Far East to avoid trouble.

Obviously, the name is taken from a certain giant tortoise.

"..."

Having seen many real photos of Kiana in the materials, Gwen immediately recognized that the student in front of him was the legendary, incredibly cute Kiana.

Although compared to the Kiana of our memories, the current Kiana is more like a beautiful young girl supporting her in a romantic comedy who struggles to make ends meet and works to support herself.

"Didn't the information say that Kiana is now working as a waiter in a coffee shop?"

Why are you working as a bellhop at a hotel?

"If she's going to be in a position, shouldn't she be as a hostess?"

While inwardly criticizing the hotel's hiring policies, Gwen maintained his proud expression on his face.

"No need!"

Gwen uttered a single, impatient sentence and then dragged his luggage straight into the elevator.

"Cut..."

Kiana muttered to herself, "I've done everything I could to teach, yet I still received this treatment," but she didn't dwell on it too much.

Having wandered from the Russian countryside all the way to Changkong City, Kiana, while not exactly raised on the charity of many families, is certainly well-traveled and experienced. She has been subjected to disdain more than once, and if she really cared, she would have awakened Queen long ago.

In the elevator, Gwen pondered for a moment and quickly came up with a simple reason for Kiana to change jobs—

Given Kiana's personality, she'll stand up for what she can't stand, so being frequently fired is normal in Japanese society.

After a long day on the plane, Gwen, feeling a bit unwell, took a good shower before having dinner and preparing to go to bed.

However, in Gwen's bed, there was a rough-looking ore with marks left by a pickaxe, orange-yellow in color, radiating a warm and soft light and heat.

Earth Marrow, one of the key pillars that allowed Belobog to survive the Cold Wave for hundreds of years, is an energy mineral of unknown origin that supplies energy to both the upper and lower levels of Belobog and indirectly led to the emergence of the lower city.