Chapter 39: Resolution and Departure
It really hurts that he won’t change the subject.
Xuan’er was flustered by the abrupt shift in topic to Xue Qing, her voice trembling as she whispered, “Juncheng, you know everything…”
“I can pretty much guess what happened. Xuan’er really wants to eat me, but she’s been holding back. However, there’s a limit to anyone’s endurance, and when she can’t hold back anymore, she’ll instinctively find another way. She probably thought of the little finger I gave Xue Qing. What happened next is predictable, and you can tell from Xue Qing’s recent attitude that the two of them have fallen out. Xuan’er started telling me about it. ‘You also know that arguing with Xue’er is useless, so in the end… we had a fight. It was the first time we fought, and it was like that…’
‘Huh? You guys actually fought? Neither of you got hurt, right?’ Did she fight seriously? The combat power of these two loli is completely disproportionate to their young bodies, containing immense strength…
‘…It was just a lick, and it was gone.’ She was hurt after all… That’s understandable.
But if Xue Qing and Xuan’er fought, the scene must have been terrifying. If there was an organization to handle the aftermath, it should be fine… But they still resorted to fighting. I wish I could have been there to stop them. Alas.
‘But I hurt Xue Qing… She gave me her finger in the end, but she hasn’t spoken to me since that day…’
‘Xue Qing is just angry for a moment. Don’t blame her.’
‘I don’t, I don’t blame her. It’s all my fault…’
‘So, what about that finger? Did you eat it?’
…No, I didn’t eat it… I fought hard to resist. I originally wanted to return it to Xue Qing…
‘Oh, impressive. You managed to resist.’
…I was afraid that if I ate it, I wouldn’t be able to… control myself.
‘…You must have had a hard time.’
I patted her head again. This time, Xuan’er didn’t dodge, letting me stroke her black hair.
‘I gave your finger to Nana for safekeeping. I told her not to give it to me no matter what, not even if I lost control.’
Oh. So she gave it to the Principal. The Principal is indeed a trustworthy person. That day, when Lily’s role was changed, the Principal also said he was looking for Xuan’er on his way. When he got home, he must have asked Xuan’er what happened, but the Principal couldn’t help. It means there’s no solution for Xuan’er’s appetite… After all, it’s not a disease or an abnormality, it’s just instinct. Suppressing instinct is also unfair to Xuan’er.
‘I wanted to return it to Xue Qing… I lost my head and snatched it. When I came to my senses, it was already done. …Recently, even the soul link with Xue Qing has been severed. I think that means we’re no longer friends…’
‘Uh, is it that serious…?’
‘Juncheng, don’t you know? The opposite of love isn’t hate. I actually wish Xue Qing would say ‘I hate you,’ because when someone truly hates another person, they don’t even talk to them directly. That way, I could apologize properly. But when someone goes out of their way to ‘ignore’ you… it’s even worse for the inarticulate Xue Qing.’
‘I think it’s better not to speculate. Xuan’er, you can’t read minds, and you haven’t asked Xue Qing’s thoughts, have you? How can you…’
‘Maybe so… But there’s no chance to explain anymore…’
‘Who says there’s no chance?’
I pinched her cheek jokingly and said, ‘Isn’t this a perfect opportunity? Why don’t you say those words you just said to her face?’
‘Eh?! …Uh, wait! Wait a moment!’
I didn’t wait. I directly pulled open the curtain of the fitting room. Xue Qing was standing there, and Xuan’er was stunned to see her, instinctively reaching out toward her and murmuring, “…Xue Qing…”
…She probably knew I was here, especially since we’re so close. Xue Qing, with her abilities, must have known my location long ago. She didn’t come in not only because Xuan’er was inside, but also because she wanted to hear Xuan’er’s true feelings. Yes, that’s how I understand it. Now that the conflict between Xuan’er and me has been resolved, it’s time for the two of you. They will surely reach a truce, though. Why? Because Xuan’er and Xue Qing share a soul. They are more intimate than anyone, more important than anyone, and they entrust their lives to each other in a symbiotic relationship.
Xue Qing stood there in silence, still wearing the swimsuit I gave her. The pink swimsuit fit her well, but something felt a little off. It was her expression, yes, her expression. Xue Qing’s poker face didn’t suit this color…
Ah, no. I’ll worry about the swimsuit later. Now, I need to build a bridge of communication between them. I held Xuan’er’s waist and helped her stand up. The two loli, similar in height and build, were now facing each other. Then, I gently pushed Xuan’er.
‘Eh?!’
Still in a daze, Xuan’er couldn’t react in time and lost her balance, falling towards Xue Qing.
‘Xue… Qing…’
Xuan’er tilted her head up to look at Xue Qing’s face, not knowing what to say. Xue Qing didn’t avoid her, but instead hugged her waist, supporting her. The two loli in swimsuits, in a pose where they were about to embrace, looking up at each other, were like priestesses in Kannazuki no Miko, a beautiful picture… Their purity and cuteness had increased more than threefold! They really are a match made in heaven… I thought so when I saw the memory of Xuan’er kissing Xue Qing and sharing saliva and souls.
Because, you see, not only I but also others in the store were captivated. After a long silence, Xue Qing spoke her first sentence.
‘I hate you.’
‘…So, that’s how it is…’
Xuan’er trembled all over and lowered her head in disappointment. Her strength waned, and her body was about to sag to the ground.
I patted her backside hard.
‘Meow… Juncheng? You too, Xuan’er? Have you become an idiot? Don’t you remember what you just said? Don’t just assume it’s your fault.’
‘I… I just said…’
Xuan’er had a look of realization, clearly recalling what she had said. That’s right, you just said, ‘I actually wish Xue Qing would say ‘I hate you,’ because that way I could apologize properly…’ That’s why Xue Qing said that. Don’t you know what Xue Qing is waiting for?
‘She’s waiting for your apology.’
‘…Ugh, um, I’m sorry! I’m sorry! Xue Qing, I actually… I didn’t…’
Before she could finish apologizing, Xue Qing hugged Xuan’er.
‘Juncheng is very important… Xuan’er is also very important.’
‘…I’m sorry, I’m sorry. Sob…’
She finally broke down crying. Xue Qing just held her silently, but her actions of patting her back showed her current mood. She probably wanted to reconcile for a long time too.
Phew, phew! It’s all resolved now! I felt a sense of joy from having done a good deed, and I felt so much better. However, as soon as I stood up, I saw an uncle who looked like a security guard walking towards us.
‘Hey, kid, can you explain what’s going on?’
‘Uh?’
‘First of all, why are you in this fitting room, and didn’t that black-haired little girl come out of this fitting room?’
‘…Damn it, if I think about it carefully, it’s true… After Xuan’er came out, she threw herself into Xue Qing’s arms, said a few words, and then started crying. (My blood) Huh? Huh?’
And before that, Xuan’er and I were in the same fitting room, and there was a faint smell of blood.
‘T-terrible, I can’t explain. ‘She’s crying, and there’s a smell of blood… Can you explain this, or do you want to talk about it somewhere else?’
It was supposed to be a happy ending for everyone, but why am I the only one suffering! In the end, it was thanks to the extras from the troupe (the store employees and manager) who testified for me that I narrowly escaped three years in prison. Lianbing and Lanhua didn’t show any intention of helping me, just sneering… And Lanhua’s swimsuit seemed to have been chosen by Lianbing. At this point, they were united, which is really confusing. The interpersonal relationships of women are truly…
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The most despairing thing was that even Yu Hui, who had always been on my side, didn’t step in this time… What did I do wrong! (Being a lolicon is a sin)
…
One week after the swimsuit incident.
‘So, do you three have your passports? Is there anything left behind?’
‘It’s good that the passports were processed in time.’
‘It was almost too late…’
After all, Keling and Xinran had only decided to travel with us a week ago.
‘Okay, it’s almost time. Let’s go, Brother.’
At the entrance, the three of us siblings, with our luggage ready, confirmed that we had everything and then said goodbye to Mom and Dad before setting off.
‘You kids be sure to take lots of pictures!’
‘You little brat, don’t go too wild! Xinran, you have to keep an eye on her for me. Don’t let her get into trouble.’
‘Don’t worry, Keling knows her limits.’
‘Exactly!’
Keling playfully stuck out her tongue at Mom. Mom sighed, holding her cheek, and turned to Dad.
‘Really… Honey, don’t you have anything to say to the kids?’
Dad pushed up his glasses and pondered for a moment.
‘Well… be safe. Juncheng, take care of your sisters.’
Heh, that’s so like Dad.
‘No problem, leave it to me.’
Then…
‘We’re off!’ x3
A premonition of a fluttering heart.
July 17th, clear skies.
Blue sky, white sand, clear water.
The grandest event of this summer vacation has arrived.
