As the savior, I only want to play single-player games.

Kagura Tendou is aloof and only a few people can get close to her. She did indeed take advantage of her position; otherwise, given her status as Yoko's friend, it would have been impossible for her to do so.

At her age, she doesn't need to care about her reputation. She's like a dead pig that doesn't fear boiling water. She's still unmarried, so her mental fortitude must be incredibly strong. She can simply ignore the gossip and rumors.

Anyone who dares to point at her head and curse at her will have a perfect opportunity to practice martial arts.

But Kagura Tendo is different from her.

Previously, one could numb oneself, retreating into one's own little world, oblivious to the changing seasons. But now that someone has discovered this, can things continue like this?

I've enjoyed everything I wanted to enjoy, but now that the dream is over, I have to face reality. It's time to end this ill-fated relationship!

Kagura Tendo was unaware of the inside story, but when he returned and saw Shizuka Hiratsuka, she seemed reserved and slightly stunned. In his memory, Shizuka Hiratsuka was extremely gentle, though she rarely showed it when they were together. However, she was quite sensitive, otherwise she wouldn't have been able to be a life guidance teacher.

Tendou Kagura asked, "Did she say anything?" It was normal for Zi to come looking for him, but Xin Yang arrived first, so they missed each other.

"She didn't say anything..." Hiratsuka Shizuka said casually, pulling out a cigarette and putting it in her mouth, thinking about how to be honest with Tendo Kagura about this.

She could disregard her own image, but she didn't want to damage Kagura's image. She started to feel that she deserved to die back then. As the saying goes, people speak the truth when they're drunk, and people who drink usually know what they're doing. She understood that back then too, but she couldn't suppress the throbbing in her heart. The allure of her looks was secondary; she didn't have the habit of getting aroused by beautiful women.

The main reason was that after learning about Kagura Tendo's true feelings, he realized that no matter how powerful or mysterious he was, he was essentially just a lonely boy.

Although his personality and views have some issues, his approach of setting goals for himself and then trying his best to achieve them is not out of line, and at least he doesn't hurt anyone.

He would feel frustrated, confused, and helpless after failing. Suddenly, he returned to Chiba, braving the heavy rain and getting soaked to the bone, only to pick up Suzuka from Ise. He never even considered whether he could manage to pick Suzuka up in this state.

But this behavior was both cute and heartbreaking in her eyes.

She knew about Kagura's past experiences. Yoko both loved and hated her older sister, but the only person she couldn't let go of was her little nephew.

Today, during my psychological reflection, I realized that I felt sympathy for Kagura Tendo and wanted to give her warmth and let her experience the feeling of maternal love—the latter half of which is a bit far-fetched, but she did indeed arouse my maternal instincts.

So, in a moment of impulsiveness, she spent that chaotic night in a daze.

So after the psychological review, the feeling of guilt began to deepen.

She hasn't even dared to mention this to Ye Zi these past few days; disciplining her nephew and putting him in bed sounds like such a bastard.

Hiratsuka Shizuka intended to make amends for her actions, but the appearance of Yotsuya Miko completely woke her up, and she dared not delay any longer.

She quickly said, "Do you want to contact Jianzi? I have her contact information here."

Kagura Tendo shook her head slightly: "Ignore her."

He had nothing to say to Jianzi. He had given her everything he could and done everything he could. Now it was up to them.

Hiratsuka Shizuka pondered for a moment, meeting Tendo Kagura's gaze, unsure how to begin.

Is there anything else?

Hiratsuka Shizuka, on a whim, blurted out, "Um, Miko seems to really like you..."

"Yes," Tendou Kagura said calmly.

Hiratsuka Shizuka was momentarily speechless. Tendo Kagura was acting unpredictably; shouldn't she be blushing and denying such a thing?

Kagura was still pondering God when she saw Shizuka Hiratsuka looking conflicted, so she sighed softly, "It's her freedom to like whomever she wants."

Hiratsuka Shizuka remained silent. Anyone can say what they want, but it would be biased for the person involved to say it.

"What do you think of Miko?" She had secretly investigated and used her connections to get acquainted with each other in the Chiba teacher circle. She had asked a teacher named Arai, who was nine months pregnant and about to give birth. She was Miko's teacher.

I learned from her that Yotsuya Miko has a very good temper and is kind to others, so she is very popular, but she is not weak.

"She is an outstanding person," Kagura Tendou objectively commented. He had always thought so; not everyone can cry once, wipe away their tears, and then take on the mission of saving the world without complaint.

He still remembers the expression on Yotsuya Miko's face at that time, and it was because of this that he chose her.

"Is that all?" Hiratsuka Shizuka stared blankly into thought. In her eyes, Kako's looks were definitely at least 80 or 90 points, and her golden eyes were a bonus. She had long, straight black hair like her, a slender figure, and stood tall and graceful, exuding a sense of calm and a gentle temperament like a spring breeze. She was extremely pleasing to the eye.

In her memory, only Yukino Yukinoshita could be compared to her, but the latter was too aloof.

Kagura Tendou was surprised: "What else could it be?"

"For example, becoming friends or something..." Hiratsuka Shizuka said cryptically.

Kagura Tendo glanced at Shizuka Hiratsuka, who was standing on the balcony smoking, leaning against the wall, flicking ash with her finger and pretending to be nonchalant.

He looked at them for a while and said, "I guess we're friends." He wasn't a brainless person; there was no need to make a special phone call to ask if Jianzi and the others were friends. He thought that was pretentious.

“Ah, we’re friends…” Hiratsuka Shizuka threw away her cigarette butt, stepped on it, coughed lightly, and mumbled, “Have you… ever considered developing a relationship that goes beyond friendship?”

Kagura's eyes narrowed immediately. His eyes were long and narrow, with a beautiful shape, but when he narrowed them, they had a sharpness to them, like a cold blade.

"What do you mean?" He always kept work and life very separate, otherwise he wouldn't have any breathing room.

Is he now facing a relationship crisis?

May all gods swiftly come to my aid; if anyone disobeys, I will subdue Fengdu: Chapter Ninety-One: Fallen Leaves Under the Wind of Impermanence

He never expected to encounter such a problem.

After a moment's thought, I couldn't figure out what Hiratsuka Shizuka was thinking.

He is just an ordinary person who rarely uses his abilities to do things that are more convenient. However, the daily routines that others find tedious and boring bring him peace of mind—this is also the anchor of his consciousness.

"You seem to really want me and Miko to have something going on." Kagura Tendo wondered. Based on his observation, Shizuka Hiratsuka shouldn't have this interest; she seemed to be a pure love advocate.

Having said that, Hiratsuka Shizuka lowered her head and said, "I feel she's quite suitable for you."

She's not love-obsessed, and she's past the age where she can be head over heels in love. Adults are realistic and need to consider multiple factors.

She had been just drifting through life after resigning, but now that she feels there's no future with Tendo Kagura, she needs to cut her losses in time, otherwise she'll only sink deeper into trouble.

The essence of humanity is to degenerate in a comfortable environment.

She's already on the rise; if she's spoiled and ruined, then it's all over.

Is this how she's going to live her whole life? If she could, she would.

But the problem is that it's not possible.

To be honest, she had figured it out. She didn't have any outstanding strengths and didn't deserve to be treated this way by Tendo Kagura. She wasn't belittling herself, but rather had a clear understanding of herself.

The truth is that you reap what you sow. She didn't do anything special; at most, she carried him back on that rainy night and was more patient and gentle with him than with other classmates. But that seemed to be all.

But gentleness is at best a good quality, not a panacea; she doesn't yet possess the charm to make people fall in love at first sight.

Even so, it still hurts a lot. It feels like my family's free cook, cleaner, and repairman have disappeared. Damn it, I'll have to sleep alone again every night from now on. I wonder if I'll feel lonely.

But a short, sharp pain is worse than a long, drawn-out one; you get used to the pain eventually.

"Your feeling isn't necessarily right," Kagura Tendo said calmly, her reasoning untenable.

Looking at Kagura Tendo's expression, Hiratsuka Shizuka cautiously asked, "Are you angry?" She really felt that Miko was comparable to Kagura Tendo in every way; that girl was calm and generous, definitely a good match.

Kagura Tendou was slightly taken aback, then answered seriously, "No."

He actually takes a very detached view of relationships, mainly because he had seen too many people in Kabukicho who said sweet words but never actually had any real feelings and just wanted to have sex with someone.

It's simply a matter of fate bringing them together.

He and Shizuka hadn't made any lifelong vows or pledges of eternal love. So naturally, he didn't feel betrayed.

He wasn't willing to associate with many people, and Hiratsuka Shizuka was one of them. Now, seeing her trying to push him away, he was quite taken aback.

He didn't consider himself annoying. He did his job conscientiously and basically did everything he was supposed to do. Moreover, he was sensible and never did anything excessive. No one could find fault with him.

"Do you hate me?" Kagura asked, looking somewhat confused.

Hiratsuka glanced at him, her heart skipped a beat. When a handsome, aloof young man reveals a contrasting expression, the effect is unfair, the destructive power is explosive, and it's completely irresistible.

"It's not that I hate you..." She was conflicted. She was trying to salvage Kagura's reputation, but why couldn't she say it?

Their relationship is so complicated and tangled that it's like a tangled mess.

Hiratsuka Shizuka pointed to her red lips with her finger: "Speaking of which, do you really like me?" Does she have some hidden merit?

Kagura Tendo stared at Shizuka Hiratsuka for a long time. He was indifferent to these trivial family matters. Everyone is an independent individual with different views, and their strengths and weaknesses cannot be generalized.

He answered this question very seriously: "I do like it a little."

The two looked at each other for a while, and Hiratsuka Shizuka sighed in despair. This child is good in every way, but he just can't lie. He's such a straight man.

Kagura Tendo is extremely honest and straightforward; she's the type to say what she thinks.

She felt that Kagura Tendou might stay here for reasons like loneliness, but in a sense, she was irreplaceable. After all, this kid didn't interact with ordinary people, which could be considered... shyness?

Hiratsuka Shizuka imagined Tendo Kagura hiding in a corner, her eyes timid and her expression shy...

I can't take it anymore!

This idea must be stopped.

She shook her head, but the thoughts in her mind wouldn't leave her, and she immediately became lost in her own world.

So cute, hehehe...

The conversation ended there.

Kagura Tendou's eyes were subtle. When he saw Hiratsuka Shizuka let out a strange laugh, he shook his head slightly.

After the two finished dinner, Hiratsuka Shizuka coughed twice and put away the tableware. "I'll sleep in the second bedroom tonight."

That was where Suzuka Ise used to live.

After thinking about it, Tendo Kagura figured it might be a period of emotional detachment, so she nodded.

It was already quite late. After tidying everything up, Tendo Kagura went back to her bedroom and lay down.

More than half an hour later, he suddenly opened his eyes.

He looked ahead and said, "You've come."

"..."

"Is there anything you'd like to say?"

He spoke calmly and sat up.

Nishimiya Yuzuru's voice emerged from the darkness as he gazed at Tendo Kagura, gently biting his lip.

"Nii-chan, it's been a long time."

Kagura Tendo nodded slightly: "It has been a long time."

Yuzuru's previously anxious heart suddenly calmed down, and she said, "Miko told me you were here, so I came over." She scratched her head, unsure of where to begin.