Chapter 477: It’s All Love For You
Chapter 477: It’s All Love For You
In the small woods outside the city, ‘Kanzaki Rin’ began to change her appearance after finishing a phone call, swiftly transforming into Qingxue to prepare for a third call.
Fang Cheng was hurrying toward Nangong Saye’s location.
He’d already handled two matters in just half an hour, while the real Kanzaki Rin had only just arrived at the small woods.
A simple excuse could stall her for another half hour—enough time to settle things with Nangong Saye before meeting Kanzaki Rin for nighttime exercise.
Four tasks at once, flawless!
After cleansing away all lingering scents, Fang Cheng soon found Nangong Saye sitting on the grass.
She looked up from her phone and stood to complain: “Ah Cheng, why’d you take so long—”
Fang Cheng cut her off by covering her mouth and pushing her onto the grass.
Nangong Saye froze momentarily before responding with equal fervor.
Their lips met in heated battle, tasting the ripe melons of the season and savoring fresh seafood.
When cultural discussions arose, they explored the poetic imagery of “the bright moon illuminating twenty-four bridges.”
Had time allowed, Fang Cheng might’ve taught her classics like “Amid white clouds lies a household” or “Songgirls oblivious to a nation’s ruin.”
Post-poetry analysis, they lay sprawled on the grass.
Nangong Saye clung to Fang Cheng, her heart swelling with sweetness instead of irritation.
Fang Cheng stroked her silken back. “Why drag me here at midnight?”
He’d repeated this line thrice tonight, the words now flowing automatically.
Nangong Saye looked up earnestly. “I need to get stronger!”
This marked Fang Cheng’s second hearing of that phrase tonight.
Like Takeda Masumi, Nangong Saye’s resolve stemmed from Isis shattering their complacency—exposing their helplessness.
Ironically, Isis’ arrival proved beneficial. Previously, only Kanzaki Rin showed drive among the girls clinging to Fang Cheng.
Now even Sato Hayato joined their newfound determination.
“Why not ask Masumi?”
“Masumi’s methods are outdated.”
Nangong Saye skewered her former superior: “Who brawls barehanded nowadays? One bullet ends fights. She only bullies little girls.”
Fang Cheng secretly recorded this rant, storing ammunition for future retaliation to teach Nangong Saye about careless words and betrayal.
“No solutions yet. I’ll find something later.”
“Promise?”
Nangong Saye nipped Fang Cheng’s chest while her hands wandered.
As the saying goes: sharpen your tools before working. Regular weapon maintenance matters.
With time to spare, Fang Cheng demonstrated techniques for grinding iron rods into needles.
Kanzaki Rin followed the sparrow into the small woods, arriving at the place where she’d had a date with Fang Cheng recently.
She pulled out her phone to check news reports, seeing how Area 11 and the international community were reacting to Mechanical City.
Positive opinions would mean smooth development ahead.
Negative ones would require early preparations.
After reading news articles, Kanzaki Rin realized nearly twenty minutes had passed without Fang Cheng’s arrival.
She turned to the sparrow on her shoulder. “What’s taking so long?”
The sparrow answered, “Just put Mirai to sleep, then got dragged into chatting by Ye Yuqing. Be patient – I’ll deal with her now.”
Kanzaki Rin sighed. “We’re both unmarried, so why does our relationship feel like some dirty secret?”
The sparrow cocked her head. “Want to get marriage certificates tomorrow?”
“Really?”
“I’ll get eight copies first. One for each of you…”
CRACK!
Kanzaki Rin crushed the sparrow mid-sentence and burned it to ashes with flames.
Eight certificates? More like wanting eight body parts chopped off.
Annoyed, she considered standing Fang Cheng up but ultimately stayed put after brief hesitation.
“Tehe!”
A giggle pierced the silent woods.
“Who’s there?”
Kanzaki Rin whirled toward the sound, spotting a shadowy figure retreating through trees.
She chased the silhouette deeper into the forest. Though Mechanical City’s situation had stabilized, foreign powers still watched – some undoubtedly hostile.
After prolonged pursuit, the figure vanished completely. Kanzaki Rin found herself in unfamiliar terrain.
As she reached for her phone, rustling leaves announced someone emerging from darkness.
“Why are you here?”
Both women spoke simultaneously.
Ye Yuqing stepped forward, confused. “Didn’t you summon Ah Cheng for official business?”
“What business?”
“You just video called him!”
The earlier encounter had put Kanzaki Rin on edge. This new claim baffled her. “No calls tonight. He said you were pestering him. Isn’t he with you?”
“Me? Pestering?”
Already upset about Fang Cheng being taken away, Ye Yuqing exploded at the mistress’s accusation. “Stop lying! I literally saw you in the video call!”
“I don’t understand what you’re saying.”
“You don’t get it, huh?”
Ye Yuqing raised her fist as silver armor instantly covered her hands. “Let’s see if you understand this!”
Kanzaki Rin tucked away her phone and slowly rolled up her sleeves. “Ye Yuqing, you think I’m scared of you?”
“Then bring it on.”
Neither noticed their argument spiraling out of control – what should’ve been settled with words kept fueling their unexplained anger.
After a tense staring match, they moved simultaneously.
Their figures blurred into combat, fists and feet clashing with explosive cracks while whipping winds bent surrounding plants. Ye Yuqing controlled herself and refrained from using Tsukimi Narumi’s power, while Kanzaki Rin likewise avoided her superpower – both relying solely on their hands and feet.
The Chosen Saint transformation had boosted Ye Yuqing’s physical Attributes dramatically, while Kanzaki Rin’s Level 4 enhancement kept them evenly matched. For the first time since meeting her rival, Ye Yuqing wasn’t getting beaten outright.
Excitement surged through her. She summoned silver boots, her speed skyrocketing. The battle’s momentum shifted instantly. Kanzaki Rin couldn’t track her movements anymore, barely blocking a flying kick that sent her crashing into the forest. She used the impact to pivot and flee.
“Get back here!”
Ye Yuqing gave chase through the trees. Kanzaki Rin tried using terrain advantages, but her pursuer’s speed proved overwhelming. Another sweeping kick connected, launching Kanzaki Rin through dense foliage until she tumbled into a grassy clearing.
Mid-air, she spotted two figures below. Recognition froze her blood. By the time she landed, her face had darkened.
“HA!”
Ye Yuqing burst into the clearing laughing – until the sound died in her throat. Her jaw dropped at the half-naked pair before them.
Fang Cheng: “…”
Nangong Saye: “…”
The atmosphere turned glacial. Fang Cheng felt twin killing intents pin him down. Even his usual nonchalance faltered under the pressure.
My plan was flawless.
Why are they here?
This wasn’t supposed to happen!
Kanzaki Rin’s voice dripped ice: “Weren’t you busy with Ye Yuqing?”
Ye Yuqing glared fire: “Didn’t your mistress drag you away for official business? Why are you with this Mechanical Girl?!”
Nangong Saye clutched her hastily donned clothes, staring at Fang Cheng: “You said it’d just be us tonight!”
Actually, there were four people.
Fang Cheng sighed. Though unsure which misstep caused the disaster, he saw no point in pretending anymore.
“You’re all correct, but those were lies.”
“I deceived you. I fabricated excuses to meet all of you tonight simultaneously. Masumi was here too, though she already left.”
“You each wanted nighttime meetings. Five people together would’ve meant fighting, but I hoped to avoid canceling on anyone. This deception stemmed from my love for you all.”
The three women stared in shock at Fang Cheng’s shameless display. Couldn’t he at least pretend remorse after being caught? Why this unflinching confidence?
Fang Cheng spread his arms wide. “Violence solves nothing.”
Silver armor clanked as Ye Yuqing lunged before he finished speaking, her fist connecting with his face.
“Stop gawking! Punish him!”
Kanzaki Rin and Nangong Saye wordlessly joined the merciless pummeling.
…
While Fang Cheng endured retribution, peculiar events unfolded in Mechanical City’s apartments.
Past 1 AM, most residents slept soundly.
Sato Mai crept through shadowy corridors wearing only a flimsy nightgown, clutching her pillow. She halted outside Fang Cheng’s locked door – a security habit he’d adopted after the infamous “collective bathroom invasion” incident.
The prepared girl produced a secretly copied key. The lock clicked open.
Darkness enveloped her as she entered. Her heartbeat thundered in the silent room. This nighttime visit aimed not for romance, but simple companionship – with fox spirits increasingly crowding Cheng-brother’s attention, his devoted admirer feared being edged out completely.
Blindly navigating to the bed, she slithered beneath cold blankets.
“Cheng-brother! I’m… huh?”
The vacant sheets held no lingering warmth.
“Ugh! Typical!”
Her irritation vanished as she burrowed into the bedding, inhaling deeply before erupting in gleeful squirms.
“Mmm… Cheng-brother’s scent… intoxicating…”
Another voice grumbled in her mind: “Disgusting pervert.”
“Who cares?” Sato Mai shot back. “If Cheng-brother enjoys this, I’ll become the ultimate pervert!”
“Hmph!”
“Hmph? You clearly like him too.”
Sato Mai initially felt mere fondness for Fang Cheng due to his looks, but over time had fallen head over heels, worshipping him as her one and only idol.
Other celebrities could only sing, dance, or play basketball, but Cheng-brother wasn’t just handsomer than any star – he actually fought monsters. That obviously made him way cooler.
Seeing Little Mai silenced, Sato Mai gleefully flopped onto the bedsheets.
Crack!
The door made a faint noise, as if someone had entered.
“Is Cheng-brother back?”
Sato Mai’s heart skipped a beat. She immediately straightened on the bed, deliberately loosening the top button of her nightgown.
She knew Fang Cheng still saw her as a kid, but even kids could pack a punch. This pervert wouldn’t escape her charms.
The door clicked shut. Faint footsteps crept toward the bed before halting.
Beneath the blanket, Sato Mai sensed someone standing rigidly by the bedside.
“Wait… This isn’t Cheng-brother!”
Her breath hitched. Fang Cheng would never act this way.
Another big sister?
Oh no. Please don’t let it be Rin or Ye Yuqing.
If it were them, the first would pile on training missions while the latter would spank her without hesitation.
Trembling, Sato Mai tugged the blanket down. A shadowy figure loomed bedside.
As her eyes adjusted to the darkness, she exhaled in relief and threw the covers open. “Oh, it’s just you.”
Uka Mirai stood motionless, staring blankly. “Why are you in Cheng-brother’s bed?”
Instead of embarrassment, Sato Mai smirked. “Same reason you are.”
Mirai’s whisper cut through the dark. “Thieving cat… You’re all thieving cats.”
“Mirai? What’s that supposed to mean?”
As Sato Mai tried sitting up, she froze. “What’s in your hand?!”
Moonlight glinted off the fruit knife in Mirai’s grip.
“Why you?”
Mirai ignored the question, obsessively fixated on Sato Mai’s chest.
Those pitch-black eyes made Sato Mai’s scalp prickle. “Mirai? What’s wrong?”
The knife rose slowly. Sato Mai’s scream tore through the apartment before she could stop it.
“AAAH!!”