Daily life, I am a devil, pleasure comes first

Saionji Odori originally wanted to ask the staff to work the night shift, but recently a murderer who targets girls at night has appeared, making it too dangerous for girls to go home at night.

She has more than one shop, and it's not like she's not making money. There's no need for her or her employees to put themselves or her employees in uncertain danger.

Therefore, we can leave work at 9 o'clock sharp, lock the door, and go home.

When handing the money to Asada Shino, Saionji Oyako gave her some serious instructions.

"Ms. Asada, from now on you just need to do your own job. I don't have any rule here that new employees have to do the work of those who came before them."

"And you work so hard, but someone else gets paid. Don't you feel wronged? You're a good kid. I see all your hard work. If you feel wronged, you should speak up bravely."

"As for Kurata, I've already fired him. My shop doesn't need that kind of cunning, opportunistic guy who bullies girls."

Asada Shino felt a warmth in her heart upon hearing the words of store manager Saionji Odori, and she nodded vigorously in response.

"Okay, I understand. Thank you, manager."

Saionji Odori waved her hand with a smile.

"You should thank Lin Mu; he's the one who told me you were being bullied."

It's hard to say about other companies or shops.

However, workplace bullying is not allowed in her shop.

Why should working people make things difficult for each other?

Furthermore, Kurata, a grown man, used a rumor to attack Asada and threaten a young woman into working for him—that's utterly shameless.

Keeping someone like that in the shop is a disaster.

Saionji Odori's words made Asada Shino subconsciously glance at Lin Mu, revealing a grateful expression.

He saved her again.

"Alright, it's getting late, you should head home soon. Oh, by the way, there's a serial killer who specifically targets women, especially single women walking alone at night. You all need to be careful."

After giving one last instruction, Saionji Odori locked the shop and went home.

As Saionji Odori disappeared, Lin Mu's gaze fell on the two girls.

"Asada-kun, you heard what the shopkeeper said. Why don't Mahiru and I take you home first? It's dangerous to walk alone at night."

Asada Shino was somewhat tempted, but immediately showed an embarrassed expression.

"But wouldn't that be too much trouble for you?"

Shiina Mahiru smiled, took her hand, and said softly:

“There’s no trouble at all. Safety comes first. It would be a bad thing if something happened to you after we left. We can rest assured when you get home safely.”

"Hmm...then I'll leave it to you." Asada Shino thought about it and agreed.

Besides, they've already accepted Shiina and Lin Mu's help, so there's no need for them to distance themselves from others out of self-consciousness.

She should feel honored that someone is willing to stand up for her and become her friend.

"Let's go."

Lin Mu shrugged and took the first step.

Shiina Mahiru and Asada Shino quickly followed.

Chapter 32: Not Letting Her Sleep

Soon after, Lin Mu and Shiina Mahiru arrived at the house rented by Asada Shino.

It's a relatively remote little place, and the rent is the cheapest kind.

"Would you like to come up and sit for a while?" Asahi Shino hesitated as she looked at the two of them from the bottom of the stairs.

Shiina Mahiru shook her head. "Maybe next time. I need to go back and cook too."

She noticed Asada Shino's embarrassment; at that moment, Asada showed a hint of inferiority.

I guess her room was very cramped, and she was afraid that if I and Mu Jun saw it, they would have other ideas and look down on her.

Upon hearing Shiina Mahiru's reply, Asada Shino felt a slight sense of relief, yet also a touch of disappointment.

She was indeed filled with inferiority when faced with a dazzling girl like Shiina Mahiru.

On the other hand, she also longs for recognition and wants to have friends like Shiina Mahiru.

She tried to muster the courage to open up to Shiina and Lin Mu, so she wanted to invite them upstairs for a chat.

But he was also afraid that the two people would look at him with disdain after seeing his cramped and simple house.

Asada Shino is just too sensitive. She has been targeted for a long time, and everyone around her looks at her with the eyes of a murderer.

Over time, she came to believe that she was a "murderer" who was inferior to others.

Having received such goodwill from two people, she couldn't help but start overthinking and feeling anxious.

Lin Mu noticed Asada Shino's embarrassment and sighed, then asked seriously:

"Asada-kun, I have a question for you. Do you know someone named Shinkawa Kyoji?"

"Huh? Shinkawa-kun? I know him, he's a friend of mine from school."

You could say he's her only friend.

Why are you asking this question? What happened to Shinkawa?

Asada Shino was very puzzled.

Lin Mu explained seriously, "He's fine, but you're in danger."

“Yesterday I helped you chase away those three scoundrels who were trying to extort you. After questioning them, they told me that the story of you shooting a robber when you were a child was spread through the school network by this guy named Shinkawa Kyoji.”

"If he's still a friend of yours from school, then he definitely has ill intentions, so you need to be careful."

"It's better not to associate with him in the future."

Upon hearing this, Asada Shino was stunned.

She hadn't expected it at all.

The person who was willing to approach her even when everyone else had distanced themselves from her turned out to be the very culprit who caused her all her suffering.

Thinking that she had always thought Shinkawa was a good person and considered him a friend, Asada Shino felt like a clown, being played for a fool.

Asahi Shino's eyes involuntarily welled up with tears as she felt a pang of sadness.

Taking a deep breath and calming herself, she bowed deeply to Lin Mu.

"Thank you! Thank you for telling me this, Lin Mu. I think I know what to do now."

Lin Mu nodded and then took out his phone.

"Although you spoke so firmly, seeing you remain silent even when Kurata is giving you orders, I really can't put my mind at ease."

"So let's exchange phone numbers. If you need anything, just call me and I'll come over to help you as soon as possible."

Hearing such caring words, Asada Shino blushed and couldn't help but look at him with a hint of resentment.

"Do you think I'm that useless... Anyway, thank you, please be sure to exchange contact information with me!"

After exchanging phone numbers with Lin Mu, Asada Shino watched him and Shiina Mahiru's figures gradually disappear.

Watching the two walking side by side, she felt a pang of envy.

So, did Shiina Mahiru really not date Lin Mu?

Why are these two so in sync?

.........

After arriving at Lin Mu's side and saying goodbye to Asada Shino, Shiina Mahiru, who was standing next to him, kept her cheeks puffed out and didn't say a word.

She's obviously jealous.

Lin Mu boldly took her small hand in his.

Shiina Mahiru's cheeks flushed red, and she couldn't help but turn her head to glare at him.

"What are you doing?"

As she spoke, she instinctively struggled and began looking around, afraid of running into someone she knew.

Lin Mu rolled her eyes at her. "What else could I be doing? Of course, I'm protecting you."

"Didn't you hear what Manager Saionji said about the recent appearance of a serial killer?"

Shiina Mahiru pouted slightly, acquiescing to his holding her hand.

But when she thought about the way Asada Shino looked at him just now, she couldn't help but feel a little sour.

Then she said quietly, "You and Asada seem to know each other very well."

Lin Mu was immediately delighted.

Mahiru's words were full of jealousy; she was clearly concerned about his performance.

This is a good thing.

"You two are clearly closer, aren't you? You shook hands as soon as you met. Mahiru is my angel, you can only be gentle to me, okay? You're not allowed to be gentle to other girls or boys!"

Upon hearing this, Shiina Mahiru couldn't help but burst out laughing.

He was clearly being sarcastic about his relationship with Asada, but instead, he preemptively accused him of holding the girl's hand earlier.

They're both girls; it was just a handshake to comfort Asada, why be jealous?

While muttering to herself, she maintained a stern face and said:

"Don't talk nonsense, I'm not your angel."

"You're not mine, so who do you want to be? Mahiru, you're not sleeping tonight," Lin Mu threatened directly.

"Ah, you... what do you want to do?"

Shiina Mahiru blushed, and panicked as she thought of certain chilling images.

"What else can I do?" Lin Mu sighed and reached out to ruffle her hair.

"I ran into Asada yesterday when I went out to buy groceries. You heard me just now. When I met her, she was being blackmailed."

“Three able-bodied men called her a murderer, provoked Asada with a toy gun, and stole the money she had worked hard to earn, claiming it was a loan.”

"Mahiru, how can there be such evil people in the world?"

Hearing this, Shiina Mahiru frowned. "I don't know either, but... humph, you're not a good person either!"

I just told her not to sleep!

That's absolutely awful!

"Hehe, I am a big bad guy, but even at my worst, I would never extort money from girls. Compared to that, don't I seem much better?"

"Hmph, you have the nerve to admit you're a big bad guy, you shameless bastard!"

After retorting to him, Shiina Mahiru quickened her pace.

He held her hand tightly, but showed no intention of letting go.

It's already past 9 o'clock, and she figured he must be hungry, so she wanted to hurry home and cook.

Moreover, he has already explained how he met Asada, so what is there for me to be jealous of?

The person he's holding hands with now is Shiina Mahiru.

However… she can’t stay up all night.

I still have to get up early to cook breakfast.

Chapter 33: Don't Bully Others

Back at the entrance of the rented room.

Shiina Mahiru looked at her small hand, which was still being held, and shyly raised her eyes to gaze at Lin Mu.

"Well, we're home now, can you let go now?"

Lin Mu sighed, released her small hand, and said meaningfully: