Chapter 986: 978, How Many of You Came Here in Total!? / Chapter 987: 979, You Wanted Hugs, and Now Look What Happened!?

This made Eden's cheeks even rosier. She turned her head slightly and looked at Xu Qi behind her. "Th-this way, are you comfortable?"

"I'm very comfortable, Sis."

"Mm..."

A satisfied sound escaped Eden's throat, mixed with a hint of delight. It sounded as though Xu Qi's affirmation had pleased her, leaving her content.

Sis...

In the quiet little courtyard late at night, Elysia wore pajamas as she sprawled over the small round table, dangling a pair of long, fair legs. Across from her sat Aponia, who should have been coaxing Griseo to sleep.

"Sigh~~ Eden must be having a wonderful time in her room right now... Those siblings really haven't had it easy. After all these years, they've finally gotten together."

Aponia held a Bible and was still wearing the nun's habit Xu Qi jokingly called the "milk cap."

Hearing Elysia's words, she couldn't help laughing.

"Has it really been that long? From when Xu Qi came to the courtyard until now, it's only been two years. Besides, it took a whole year just to break down that child's defenses."

That was true.

The cool night breeze came in waves, making them feel very comfortable.

"Elysia, Aponia, you're both here..."

The nun closed her book. Elysia also raised her head brightly, just in time to see Mei approaching in a white dress with a piano motif.

"Mei? What brings you here?"

"I couldn't sleep, so I came out to walk around the courtyard. I happened to see you two. Why aren't you sleeping at this hour?"

Elysia waved a hand and puffed out her cheeks angrily. "Don't remind me! We're talking about Eden~~ Some best friend she is—she's keeping all the good stuff to herself behind closed doors!"

Aponia smiled until her eyes narrowed.

Mei looked enlightened, as though she