All the goddesses in the world are lusting after my body.

"If we're categorizing by degree, my feelings for Ren Qianning..."

"It's probably to the point where I want her to stay by my side, because that would give me a certain sense of security and peace of mind."

And that already counts as liking someone.

Shi Xue understood this deeply, but she was unsure about Jiang Tang and Ren Qianning's feelings for each other.

When she found out, she wasn't really that upset.

But then a question suddenly arose in the girl's mind, and she asked it.

"what about me?"

The lack of ups and downs doesn't mean I don't want to make comparisons.

Jiang Tang gave Shi Xue a deep look.

The words came out without hesitation.

It's as if the world is meant to be this way.

Just like him and Shixue, this was how it was supposed to be.

"I want to be with Shixue for the rest of my life."

"I will always stay by your side."

323 Willingly

Having said those words, Shi Xue could no longer hold back.

Jiang Tang was right beside her, and she turned around and without hesitation spread her legs and sat on his waist.

At the same time, a pair of hands wrapped around Jiang Tang's neck, and her cheeks moved closer and closer to his.

Jiang Tang rarely saw Shi Xue take the initiative, so he immediately became aroused.

He was about to say something.

However, the kiss had already fallen like a continuous drizzle.

Walking in this rain, one doesn't even have the desire to use an umbrella.

I willingly let it get me wet.

After a long while, Shi Xue's body went limp in Jiang Tang's arms.

Just as Jiang Tang had said, she wasn't good at taking the initiative.

Otherwise, Jiang Tang would have already decided not to resist, but she simply didn't have the strength...

However, Shi Xue looked at him with an unusually ambiguous and suggestive gaze, causing Jiang Tang to lick his lips and begin to hesitate.

To do or not to do, that is the question.

But clearly, it didn't take long for the thought of "doing" to completely overwhelm the thought of "not doing" in Jiang Tang's mind.

Just as the idea of ​​"doing" was triumphantly returning, Shi Xue whispered in his arms.

"Let's forget about it. Tonight... isn't Master supposed to be on a date?"

This is essentially asking, "Why did Your Majesty surrender first?"

Shixue is always like this, sacrificing her own happiness to please others.

Jiang Tang was quite displeased upon hearing this, and turned around to pin Shi Xue down on the sofa.

The latter was breathing rapidly, clearly not expecting this turn of events.

But the body that pressed down on him felt so reliable; a pair of gentle, large hands even considerately supported his back and the back of his head to prevent him from bumping into anything.

At the same time, her master's face drew closer and closer to hers, and Shixue almost forgot to breathe.

Jiang Tang gently kissed her lips and forehead, tenderly comforting her.

Then she came close to his ear, pretending to be slightly angry, and said with dissatisfaction.

"Does Shixue think she can drain me dry all by herself?"

Shi Xue's cheeks flushed, and her eyes sparkled.

But she still stubbornly insisted.

"N-no... It's just that Master should also take care of his health a little... Waaah!"

However, it's still quite soft to kiss.

Shi Xue then gave up resisting, which prompted Jiang Tang to start thinking.

Was Shi Xue's initial refusal a form of feigned reluctance?

But no matter what, he likes Shixue just the way she is.

Whether it's Shi Xue who is considerate of others, or Shi Xue who reveals a slightly cunning little fox-like side.

………………

The day always seems to pass quickly because people are immersed in their own happy lives.

Also, winter is just around the corner.

Winter days are short, nights are long, and the weather is cool.

It seems to force people to retreat into their own little nests and be loving and affectionate with the people they like.

Jiang Tang set off from home around 4 a.m., taking a leisurely stroll to the apartment building where Yuan Ziji and Lilith lived.

Before Jiang Tang could even text Yuan Ziji to ask her to come out and prepare, he spotted the purple-haired girl in the distance.

This can be considered an unexpected encounter in a certain sense.

When Yuan Ziji saw that Jiang Tang had arrived so quickly, as if he took their date very seriously, her heart skipped a beat and her face turned red.

"...You're here so early."

"It's not exactly early, I just don't want to be late."

"Oh……"

Was it just out of politeness? Minamoto no Shiki wondered to herself.

But regardless of the reason, the fact that Jiang Tang arrived ahead of schedule remains unchanged.

So, the smile that had been suppressed by Minamoto no Shiki gradually rose again.

She gazed at Jiang Tang's arm with a hint of greed, but clearly didn't have the courage to take it, so she just murmured something.

"Then...shall we go?"

Jiang Tang nodded, but then extended his hand to her.

"..."

Genji was clearly stunned.

Jiang Tang was actually a little embarrassed, but he still said it.

"After all, it's a date. If we don't even hold hands, it's a little..."

Jiang Tang had always felt that compared to other girls, Yuan Ziji always seemed to lack a little bit of courage.

Another issue is that people are overcomplicated and emotions are viewed too purely as self-interested.

It's as if people can't simply fall in love with another person, but rather because of social status or the desire to climb the social ladder.

In short, there must be a need or a demand.

But Jiang Tang was different. He still missed the roadside stalls outside the school, the aimless walks after school, and the secret kisses.

In the small rented room, people couldn't bear to turn on the air conditioner and huddled in the blankets to keep warm.

In the bar, people just chatted and drank one glass after another.

Scene after scene...

The other person's identity and family background became blurred and unimportant in those memories.

Being with them was very important to me at that time.

After hearing Jiang Tang's words, it was unclear whether Yuan Ziji was moved by anything.

In the evening breeze, the boy's outstretched hand was perfectly positioned; if he continued to wait until he lost patience and even withdrew it...

Minamoto no Shiki knew she would definitely regret it.

Urged on by this fleeting thought, the girl felt a surge of courage within her, as if ignited by an inexplicable warmth. She reached out her hand and willingly let Jiang Tang take hers and hold it tightly.

It was a strange feeling, even though it was my own little hands that were being wrapped up.

Even my heart felt as if it were enveloped in warmth.

So this is what it feels like to hold hands with a boy.

Or perhaps it's not like holding hands with a boy, but rather like holding hands with Jiang Tang.

Minamoto no Shiki had never held hands with other boys, but she was instinctively aware of it.

Not everyone is as endearing as Jiang Tang.

The two walked out of the school.

Because the process of receiving Yuan Ziji went so smoothly, Jiang Tang became somewhat curious and turned around.

Then they saw the second floor of the apartment building, with Lilith's adorable puffed-out cheeks.

There was also Miyamoto Maizo waving.

"Haven't we been watching all along?" Jiang Tang chuckled.

However, the fact that Lilith didn't cause any trouble was truly unexpected for him.

Unfortunately, Yuan Ziji quickened her pace, and soon Jiang Tang and she disappeared around the corner in the distance.

Lilith angrily swung her fist, but of course, she only hit air.

As for Miyamoto Maizō, who was standing to the side, he looked away with great envy and happiness for Minamoto no Shiki.