Young people really did care about this sort of thing.
Fu Qian understood Volunteer Lita's final request perfectly well.
Whether it was wearing her sister's pajamas or sacrificing herself to seduce someone, either was the sort of feat that could keep you tossing and turning years later, unable to sleep.
Young people weren't yet very good at fooling themselves. Lita clearly found it hard to convince herself that it had all just been a dream.
"Sure. But don't think of it as a stain you need to erase."
Fu Qian readily agreed.
As young people grew up, they always had memories they hoped everyone—including themselves—would forget. But growing up often meant realizing that was the case.
Of course, Fu Qian wasn't particularly invested in moral education. His offhand encouragement was more a small repayment for Veil's behavior.
Even though he hadn't made a point of it, she had still conscientiously kept information about him confidential, avoiding any potential negative consequences.
Such a considerate business partner was truly a pleasure to deal with.
"Thank you... I'll do my best."
Inspirational pep talks depended on who gave them. Lita, who had only recently left her chuunibyou phase behind, hadn't been struck with sudden enlightenment, but she had clearly been moved.
After a long silence, she gave him a solemn thank-you. Her expression seemed to soften a little more.
Of course, Fu Qian didn't give her any more time to process it. He snapped his fingers, and the evaluation ended perfectly.
Yet even after the dream shattered and they returned to reality, the surroundings remained peaceful and quiet.
The three waiting outside the door seemed to have held their breath, listening intently for every sound from within.
Considering there hadn't been a peep from inside for a while, their curiosity was only