138. Sense of Crisis
Yun Ling led Yuna home, first cleaning her up, then carefully applying medicine to her.
Yun Ling didn't inquire about Yuna's family situation; instead, he began looking for a place to stay nearby.
His current place was a two-bedroom apartment, with no extra room for Yuna.
Watching Yun Ling browse the housing information on his phone, Yuna seemed to understand something.
She grabbed Yun Ling's sleeve.
"I...can sleep with Yun Ling...I trust Yun Ling, even...even if that kind of thing really happens...if it's Yun Ling...I..."
Yuna's face began to burn, gradually turning red.
"Stop. If I really let you sleep in the same room as me, Mei will definitely explode." Yun Ling rejected this incredibly tempting offer without hesitation.
Although his words contained an element that could hurt Yuna, Yun Ling didn't care.
Sometimes, leaving things unsaid can easily lead to unforeseen crises.
At least for now, Mei's position in Yun Ling's heart is still higher than Yuna's.
But the best thing about being with Yuna is that Yun Ling doesn't need to hide his flaws.
Because she won't care.
As long as Yun Ling hasn't given up on her, she definitely won't care.
Even if she does care, she'll force herself not to.
That's Yuna's personality; she needs someone she can rely on.
And that person is Yun Ling.
Unfortunately, Yun Ling isn't some gentle protagonist; he's a predator.
So he won't try to change Yuna; after all, this current Yuna is probably the most advantageous for him.
"Oh..." Yuna nodded obediently, sitting to the side without saying a word, waiting for Yun Ling's instructions.
"The apartment next door is also available for rent. It's a bit pricey, but it should be fine."
Yun Ling contacted the landlord next door, quickly negotiated a price, and rented the apartment.
It's almost April. According to the original Honkai Impact 3rd storyline, the Third Honkai Impact should occur at the end of March.
As he said before, as the Honkai impact progresses forward, there's no need to worry about the Third Honkai Impact not happening.
Even if it's not Mei who becomes the Herrscher and triggers Honkai Impact, someone else will definitely fill the void!
Therefore, the rent period will be no more than a month's rent at most, so there's no need to worry too much about money being wasted.
After returning home, his family no longer restricted his spending, and he had no financial problems.
"Okay, that's fine. You can live next door from now on. Now, let's go buy you some clothes and daily necessities…" Yun Ling led Yuna outside.
"Okay." Yuna nodded and got up to follow Yun Ling.
After shopping all morning, they finally bought most of the things they needed.
Mei also had time to message him, asking about what had happened.
Yun Ling briefly explained Yuna's situation, and Mei replied with an "Mm," without pressing further.
After all, Yun Ling hadn't hidden anything; he'd openly told Mei what he'd done.
This way, Mei wouldn't become suspicious.
However, Yuna living next door... wasn't that a bit too close?
At least that's what Mei thought.
Currently, she should have the biggest advantage among the three, being close enough to get what she wanted, and her relationship with Yun Ling was also the closest.
If a Yuna who only offered herself up were added to his side, it was hard to say whether that lecherous guy would fall for her.
Should she really take the initiative like she did this morning?
"Mei, what's wrong? You seem distracted... Did something happen to Yun Ling?" Kiana asked, noticing Mei's absent-mindedness.
She had just learned about Yuna's situation from Mei as well. She had been worried about the competition before, but now... she was even more worried!
Kiana and Mei shared similar thoughts. With Yuna's constant support, who knew how long Yun Ling could hold out? Who knew if Yuna would one day surpass them both and become the main heroine?
Then it would be too late for them to cry.
"It's okay, Yun Ling isn't here today, you can have his." Mei smiled slightly.
"Then I won't be polite!" Kiana's face lit up with joy as she began to enjoy Yun Ling's bento.
After finishing their meal, both of them hesitated, seemingly wanting to say something.
"Mei..."
"Kiana..."
They called each other's names simultaneously.
"Uh...Mei, you go first." Kiana gave Mei the floor.
Mei didn't refuse and shared her thoughts.
"Kiana, you live in a studio apartment, right? Studio apartments in this area are quite expensive. How about... You move in with Yuna, and we split the rent?" Mei tentatively asked.
Kiana paused for a moment, then her smile gradually broadened.
"Mei, actually... that's what I was just thinking! After all... You all live so close, and I'm so far away... I'm a little worried about being left behind." Kiana scratched her head.
"That's great! Tomorrow's a holiday, Yun Ling and I will help you move!"
"Uh... shouldn't we ask Yun Ling's opinion first?" Kiana blinked.
Wouldn't it be a little inappropriate for them to make this arrangement privately?
"I'll talk to Yun Ling, don't worry, Kiana," Mei said confidently.
Mei hoped Kiana would come and keep Yunling and Yuno in check, preventing them from becoming too close.
Kiana, however, wanted to keep up and get closer to Yun Ling.
Thus, each with their own thoughts, they unexpectedly reached an agreement.
At this time, Yun Ling was unaware that a chaotic battle was about to unfold before him.
In the evening, when Mei returned home, Yun Ling was lying on the sofa playing games, while Yuna watched quietly from the side.
"Mei-san."
Seeing Mei return, Yuna hurriedly went to greet her.
"Hello, Yuna-san." Mei nodded in response.
"Yun Ling, come here." Mei took Yun Ling's hand and led him to her room.
"Eh, let me save this first..."
Yun Ling looked around Mei's room; it was very tidy and spotless, with a faint, girlish fragrance lingering in the air.
"Mei, are you already so impatient? Come on, I won't resist." Yun Ling spread his hands and closed his eyes.
Mei sat on the edge of the bed, quietly watching Yun Ling.
A selfish thought took hold; she wanted to question Yun Ling about being too nosy, but that would be ridiculous.
Because, in a sense, she was saved because of Yun Ling's overflowing compassion.
Yuna was a carbon copy of Raiden Mei, except she didn't have Mei's luck—she hadn't met Yun Ling from the start.
A thousand words condensed into a soft sigh.
She stepped forward, embraced Yun Ling, who had opened his arms, and kissed him forcefully once more.
Only at this moment did Mei feel that Yun Ling truly belonged to her alone.
Why had she fallen for this guy?
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