The Astral Express was docked somewhere in the infinite universe.
However, after some thought, Bai Li-kun decided not to use it as a permanent base.
To put it bluntly, it wasn't very convenient.
Attending school, shopping, watching TV—none of these activities could be done, and it would require teleportation... So, after discussing it with the girls, Sakurajima Mai and Asia ultimately moved into Bai Li-kun's home.
"I didn't expect Bai Li-kun's home to be so spacious."
"There are quite a few rooms; you can choose freely."
"Is that so... Asia, let's go check out the second floor."
Hearing Bai Li-kun's reply, Mai looked up at the second floor connected by the stairs not far away.
Asia, visiting someone's home for the first time, was looking around curiously, like a golden hamster that had just arrived in a new environment.
Sakurajima Mai didn't harbor any ill will because of a new competitor; instead, she hoped to be helpful.
After all, anyone who heard Asia's story would feel sympathy.
Watching the girls head to the second floor, Bai Li-kun also opened the refrigerator... There was nothing inside.
No, besides a bottle of milk that was very likely expired, there was nothing else.
Although he had thought about asking the system to help with shopping, the latter hadn't implemented that function.
Bai Li-kun, who usually ate out, closed the refrigerator door again.
He decided to order takeout... As he made this decision, he saw Sakurajima Mai lean out from the second floor.
"I'd like the first bedroom on the right side of the hallway. Asia-chan chose the third room. Is that okay?"
"That's fine. If you want to sleep in the master bedroom, that's fine too. I sometimes rest on the sofa in the living room."
Because he was bored, Bai Li-kun usually played games or watched TV to pass the time after school, and he was already used to sleeping in the living room.
However, after completing the system, all of this would undergo drastic changes.
"Oh, about the change of clothes for bathing, it's a bit late today, so Asia hopes to wear my spare pajamas."
"I'll tell her."
Sakurajima Mai agreed and withdrew her body.
Not long after, the two girls returned to the living room.
Seeing this, Bai Li-kun asked them,
"Dinner is takeout, okay?"
"Yes, I'd like a vegetarian pizza."
"To maintain your weight?"
"Because I ate too much this afternoon."
Sakurajima Mai's answer was quite straightforward.
After that, Bai Li-kun prepared to take a shower.
Midway, he was grabbed by the hem of his clothes by Asia, who had followed him down.
"Th-that... what I said before, please allow me to scrub your back."
"Sure."
Who would dislike the repayment from a cute blonde nun?
Bai Li-kun, who agreed, looked at Sakurajima Mai.
"Mai-senpai?"
"I still have to study."
"I thought you would come along too."
Bai Li-kun expressed disappointment.
Sakurajima Mai quickly turned her face away.
"Who would want to come along?"
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After Bai Li-kun and Aixi went to the bathroom, Sakurajima Mai, who remained in the living room, was full of regret.
"Why did I refuse?"
"Why didn't I agree?"
There was a reason for her thoughts.
Sakurajima Mai hoped that her time alone with Bai Li-kun would be special.
No outsiders, just the two of them.
Because she wasn't good at showing her emotions in front of others.
But what happened?
First come, first served... Just kidding.
Asia had completely gotten ahead of her.
Even though they had only known each other for half a day.
However, Sakurajima Mai could feel that Asia, this girl, didn't have the same love as her.
She... probably didn't, right?
Uncertain, Sakurajima Mai sighed and started walking towards the refrigerator not far away.
She opened it to look inside.
There was only milk.
Looking at the time, it was almost expired.
"Does Bai Li-kun usually just eat takeout?"
Sakurajima Mai couldn't help but worry.
She took out her phone and, in addition to the vegetarian pizza they had just decided on, decided to order some more nutritious takeout.
After some time, Bai Li-kun and Asia, having finished their showers, appeared together in the living room.
"Mai-senpai, the bathroom is free."
"Okay, I just ordered takeout. Remember to pick it up when it arrives."
"No problem."
Sakurajima Mai looked at Asia and Bai Li-kun separately, and finding nothing unusual, she then walked towards the bathroom.
After showering, a refreshed Bai Li-kun looked at Asia.
"What are your plans next?"
"I'm worried there will be more trouble... Mr. Bai Li might also be in danger because of it."
"Are you referring to the Fallen Angels and those rogue priests who are after you?"
"Yes... It's definitely not just those four."
"Those guys are not a problem in my opinion. Once they really appear, I'll make them disappear one by one."
"So... Mr. Bai Li isn't worried?"
When Asia asked this, Bai Li-kun smiled.
"If anyone touches my people, it won't be as simple as just being punished."
He had the blonde girl sit beside him.
"Listen carefully, Asia."
"I, I am..."
"Right now, you only need to think about what to eat next."
The girl's fate completely changed at this moment.
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The subsequent dinner ended quickly.
Since Sakurajima Mai had classes the next day, she planned to rest early.
Coupled with the recent battle, even with the enhancement of Imaginary Energy making her spirit and body extraordinary, it was impossible for her not to sleep.
"That's true. You two go rest."
Bai Li-kun pointed at the television.
"I plan to watch a bit more."
Perhaps there would be some interesting news.
The girls nodded and then left the scene.
However, after just ten minutes, someone returned to the living room.
It wasn't Sakurajima Mai, but Asia.
She was wearing the loose-fitting pajamas Bai Li-kun had lent her, giving off a feeling like a boyfriend's shirt.
The girl gently tidied the golden bangs on her forehead.
"Bai Li-kun..."
"Can't sleep?"
"Yes, and... I thought about it in my room, whether what Bai Li-kun said about becoming 'my person' had any other meaning."
Asia's face was flushed, and she took a deep breath.
"I want to stay by Bai Li-kun's side, so... please let me do more!"
After the girl finished speaking, her loose pajamas slipped from her shoulder...