[Fully Captured Target: Soldier 11]
[Reward Generated ⭢ Flames (S): Grants control over flames.]
[Note: These flames deal double damage to traitors.]
The simpler the description, the more abnormal the ability.
Although he hadn't used it yet, Wise figured it would at least be useful for cooking.
Even if it was a bit of a waste, there's not much he could do with it.
Wise had spent a pleasant day off with Soldier 11. Unfortunately, she couldn't stay overnight for some reason, but at least he had treated her to dinner.
It was also fortunate that the Cunning Hares had a commission today. Otherwise, if Anby and the others had suddenly dropped by, it would have been a disaster.
That night, after insisting on walking Soldier 11 all the way home, Wise was on his way back to the video store.
The streets were quiet, with few pedestrians in sight aside from the occasional patrolling PubSec officers.
And speaking of PubSec officers, wasn't there one standing right in front of his shop?
And it just so happened to be someone he knew.
"A familiar face from Sixth Street... it really is you, Wise, isn't it?"
Having quietly approached from behind, Wise happened to overhear Zhu Yuan's soft murmur.
At that moment, she seemed to sense his presence and immediately turned around.
"Wise! I was just wondering whether I should go look for you, and then you suddenly appeared."
Zhu Yuan looked surprised and a little delighted.
Seeing her reaction, Wise smiled faintly and replied, "Is that so? Maybe it's telepathy. By the way, do you need something? I'll do my best to help."
Hearing that, a warm feeling rose in Zhu Yuan's heart.
"Actually, it's nothing serious. I've been busy handling a dispute until now, and later I need to be present for another matter. If I rush home or back to the station and then come back again, I really won't have any time to rest."
At this point, Zhu Yuan looked slightly embarrassed. Still, she wasn't the timid type, so she asked directly.
"So I was wondering... if it's convenient, could I rest in your shop for a while? Just let me lie down and get some sleep. Even sleeping on the floor would be fine."
"No, don't be so polite. Sleep on the bed. You can use the bedroom."
Wise waved his hand and answered immediately.
There was no way he was letting Zhu Yuan sleep on the floor.
Zhu Yuan seemed a little surprised by how readily he agreed.
"You agreed so quickly... Then I'll gratefully accept."
With that, Wise led Zhu Yuan into the video store.
The two headed upstairs to the second floor, and Wise brought her to his room.
"Is it really okay for me to sleep in your room?"
"No problem. I don't mind at all," Wise replied.
Zhu Yuan nodded, but as her gaze swept across the room, she noticed how neatly everything was arranged and how clean the bed looked.
She couldn't help feeling a little surprised.
She wasn't unfamiliar with what a boy's room was like, but whether from what others had told her or from apprehending criminal suspects, what she usually learned was that they tended to be somewhat messy and carried strange smells...
The room did seem to have a faint scent, but it wasn't unpleasant. In fact, it was surprisingly nice.
"By the way, how long do you plan to rest?"
Zhu Yuan, who was still thinking about what she had said earlier, was brought back to reality by Wise's question. After a moment of realization, she subconsciously shook her head.
"Sorry, I can't say."
"I see. Then will there be any danger?" Wise asked again, but the answer remained the same.
"Can't say."
"Alright, I understand. Then, Zhu Yuan, please get some proper rest here."
After Wise said that, Zhu Yuan sincerely thanked him. However, she only removed the bare minimum of her equipment before lying down fully clothed.
Judging by her breathing, she had fallen asleep in less than a minute—an ability Wise found genuinely enviable.
Seeing this, Wise didn't disturb her. Instead, he quietly left the room and entered Belle's room.
Several hours later, Wise woke up after hearing movement near the front door. He immediately got up to check.
It was Zhu Yuan, and she appeared to be preparing to leave.
When she saw Wise come out as well, she was startled before speaking with an apologetic expression.
"Ah...! Wise, I'm sorry. Did I wake you?"
"Not at all. But Zhu Yuan, you fell asleep so quickly. That's truly enviable."
Seeing that Wise didn't seem upset about being woken up, Zhu Yuan relaxed a little.
"Is that so? We've received special training. It's very important to rest quickly whenever you're in a safe place. If there's a chance next time, I'll teach you how to fall asleep quickly too."
"Oh? So my place counts as a safe place for you, Zhu Yuan? I'm surprisingly happy to hear that."
Wise didn't focus on the topic of falling asleep quickly, but Zhu Yuan became a little shy upon hearing his response.
"Hmm, that makes you happy?"
"Yes, because it means I can feel your trust in me."
"Oh, I see... Ah! It's getting late. I'll be going now. Thank you again!"
After saying that, Zhu Yuan quickly left with a faint blush on her face.
Seeing this, Wise didn't linger either and immediately returned to the video store.
[Ding! Target Zhu Yuan: has increased her favorability toward the host by 5. Her current favorability is now 90. Additionally, 600 Emotional Value has been obtained.]
[Current Emotional Value: 24700]
The next day, Zhu Yuan sent a message saying that the operation had been very successful and that there had been no casualties.
After checking the message and replying, Wise planned to complete today's commissions first, as Venus had been working very hard on his behalf.
Not only had she obtained the contact information for the Cunning Hares from her senior, but she had also gone to the Outer Ring alone in hopes of finding more commissions for Wise.
She truly treated him like family.
On a side note, Venus's favorability had unknowingly risen to 93 points.
Moreover, during the past few days, when he went on dates with Rain, Ellen, and Nekomata, that feeling of seemingly being 'chopped with a cleaver' had not appeared again.
Thus, another peaceful day arrived, and Lucy came to the video store once more.
As soon as she spotted Wise approaching, she immediately pointed toward a spot not far behind her.
"Hey, you noticed that guy in the suit over there, right? Damn it, didn't I warn him not to show up again last time? He keeps coming here, talking to himself and disturbing your business... Wise, don't worry. I absolutely won't allow this to continue. I'm going to give that scoundrel a final ultimatum right now."
After saying that, Lucy marched straight toward the man in the suit.
The man showed neither surprise nor alarm. Instead, he spoke respectfully.
"Miss Lucy... cough, my apologies. I forgot that you don't like being called that."
"You've forgotten more than just that. I told you not to bother my friend again, unless you want Grassy, Woody, and Bricky to line up and stomp all over your face!"
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