They're not even human anymore; those wicked women can cry even more miserably.

His back was slightly bent as he leaned against the back of the bench.

The two of them gazed at the lake together, quietly, just like a young couple on a date.

After a long silence, Xia finally spoke.

“You’re unwilling to work for me, and you’re also unwilling to live and eat with me indefinitely.”

“We were teammates, after all. Without you, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”

“I consider you a friend, I can’t just watch you sleep on the streets.”

"Then how about you pay for the room?"

Crit!

This time, Char has truly struck a nerve.

If Long had money, would she have ended up sleeping on the streets?

"or……"

Oboro finally spoke.

The sound was crisp and clear, yet soft and gentle, with a hint of timidity.

She pursed her lips, her heart filled with struggle and torment.

"Can you lend me some money?"

Long finally managed to stammer out the words, feeling her face burning up.

"How much is a little bit of money? Do you know how expensive the housing is at Seven Shields Academy?"

"Okay, let me give you a brief overview. At Seven Shields Academy, even the most basic accommodation costs several hundred gold coins a month."

"I can lend it to you, but do you have any way to pay me back?"

Long shut up again.

This time it wasn't a social anxiety episode, but rather because I was silenced by being attacked.

With rent of several hundred gold coins a month, how can she earn money to pay it back?

If you don't repay the loan, then it's not a loan; it's just charity.

She suddenly realized that she seemed to be completely useless.

You can't earn it, you absolutely can't earn it.

Xia remained silent, waiting for her to weigh the options herself.

Borrowing money is clearly not a viable option.

She couldn't get over the fact that she was eating and staying for free.

All that's left is...

"I, I'll work for you..."

Long lowered his head, looking somewhat dejected.

It seems that this is the only way that suits me best.

Char shrugged, looking helpless.

"Why didn't you do this earlier? Why did you have to make yourself unhappy?"

The tiger's teeth are being worn down.

I feel like biting someone.

But her face was flushed and burning hot.

Being homeless is embarrassing enough, but to be seen by the only classmate you know and then mocked is even worse.

Even more embarrassing.

"Let's go, I'll take you home."

Char has stood up.

His tall figure completely enveloped Oboro in his shadow.

Even after they returned to the villa, the heat on Long's face hadn't completely subsided.

Then, Oboro's eyes widened in surprise.

Char's place seems... a bit big.

"Xia-kun, staying here must be very expensive, right?"

Oboro's voice was light and airy.

It felt a bit like a dream.

"The school gave us this reward because we broke a record."

Char spoke to her as they walked through the courtyard.

"You were supposed to have a part of it. I told you not to give up so hastily, why are you trying to look cool?"

The blush that had just faded from Long's face due to shock returned.

He's been publicly executed again!

However, she was speechless.

So now I feel even more like biting someone, what should I do?

Xia Ya only made a joke, and then led her into the villa, showing her around inside and out.

He still held this succubus princess in high regard.

He knew the girl's personality very well.

Some are strong-willed and want to rely on themselves.

No one would say anything wrong if a succubus were to become lost in a dreamlike fantasy world.

After all, this is a win-win solution found based on the characteristics of the race itself.

However, if one wants to rely on oneself, find another way out, and be self-reliant, one can also earn respect.

and so.

The two sat down facing each other in the living room.

"Someone as strong-willed as you would never stoop to eating and staying for free, right?"

Long nodded, his expression very serious.

Of course.

Her dignity would certainly not allow her to take advantage of others' benefits.

Although this may have once been a part of me.

But that was only in the past.

Now that she has chosen to give up her honor, she will strive to rely on herself even in the face of current difficulties.

It is precisely this kind of personality of hers that is what Char admires most.

She also loves to tease the most.

Isn't it so much fun to tease a slightly arrogant and socially awkward girl?

"Let me introduce myself, my name is Char Aznable."

Char extended his right hand.

"hazy."

The socially awkward princess spoke concisely and to the point.

Looking at Xia's outstretched hand, he was caught in a dilemma.

Socially awkward Oboro doesn't really like physical contact with people.

But isn't shaking hands a polite gesture?

She hesitated before extending her right hand.

However, Char simply held her fingers, squeezed them lightly, and then let go.

"Since you've decided to pay off your debts by working, let's start today."

As Xia spoke, he got up and took out the maid outfit that he had prepared beforehand.

Long stared intently at Xia, tilting his head slightly, a hint of suspicion in his mind.

Why do I get the feeling that you've already got me figured out?

She's so skilled at wearing maid outfits!

It looks exactly like a trap.

"Huh? Is there any?"