You call this a love game?

Honestly... at least consider her feelings...

What kind of behavior is it to whisper and babble with other women in front of me...?

Looking at Homura Akemi sitting in her usual spot in the living room, using her usual controller, Mami Tomoe, standing not far away, had a slightly cold glint in her golden eyes.

Although she was the one who came later, it was completely impossible for her to give up Bai Yu.

Hmph! I'll let you have your fun this time, but you won't get the chance next time.

Mami Tomoe walked over with the snacks and black tea, looking extremely annoyed, but her expression quickly changed back to a smile.

"boom!"

The bottom of the black teacup made a crisp sound as it struck the glass tabletop.

Homura Akemi, who was concentrating on defeating the boss, was startled by the sudden noise and her hand trembled, almost dropping the controller to the ground.

"M-Mami-senpai..." She timidly raised her head, her purple eyes under her bangs flickering with unease.

"Have some black tea and rest for a bit." Mami Tomoe forced a perfect smile, but slapped away Shiraha's hand as he reached for the snacks. "These are for Akemi-chan."

Bai Yu rubbed the back of her hand, feigning grievance, "Sister Mami, this smells so good, I want to eat some too..."

"I might as well starve to death..." Mami muttered under her breath, but still managed to pull a cookie from the bottom of the tray and toss it to him.

Akemi Homura held her teacup, sipping her black tea slowly. Her gaze would occasionally steal at Shiraha beside her before quickly looking away, her ear tips slightly red.

"Um..." she mustered her courage and asked, "Does Baiyu-kun want to play together?"

He was about to hand over the handle when he said that.

Mami Tomoe quickly grabbed the controller, saying, "I'll play with you."

"Little Baiyu, go help Mom prepare dinner." She squeezed between the two of them, her golden twin ponytails almost hitting Baiyu's face.

"Eh? But——"

"Go now!" Mami Tomoe gave her a glare, her eyes filled with undisguised threat.

"Alright, but you can't bully Xiaoyan." Bai Yu reminded her one last time before leaving.

"Go quickly."

Mami Tomoe kicked Shiraha in the butt, sending him flying out of the room.

With the irrelevant personnel leaving, Mami Tomoe's gaze returned to Homura Akemi, who was diligently working beside her.

The girl didn't seem to be very good at games; she didn't even quite understand how to press the buttons, and her gameplay was simply atrocious.

The characters on the screen either crashed into walls or jumped off cliffs in her hands, dying more than a dozen times in just three minutes.

"I'm sorry..." Homura Akemi's voice trembled with tears, "I was so stupid..."

Mami Tomoe scratched her hair in frustration. She had wanted to crush her opponent in the game and even say something about the survival of the fittest, since the strong are meant to humiliate the weak!

But the other person's tearful appearance inexplicably softened her heart.

"Let's teach her step by step..." Mami Tomoe reluctantly moved over, picked up another controller, and said, "Watch carefully, this is how it's played. You need to jump half a second in advance..."

In the kitchen, Bai Yu was chopping vegetables for Aunt Ya Dai while secretly glancing at the situation in the living room.

When he saw that Mami Tomoe was actually teaching Homura Akemi how to play video games, he was so surprised that he almost cut his finger.

"What are you looking at?" Bayadai suddenly appeared behind him. "Worried they'll start fighting?"

"Huh? No, no..." Bai Yu hurriedly lowered his head and continued chopping vegetables, but his ears were secretly perked up.

Baya smiled meaningfully, "That child, Mami, seems strong on the surface, but she's actually very soft-hearted, especially towards innocent children."

She turned down the heat of the stew pot, her voice filled with relief. She had never worried about Mami's interpersonal skills; her only concern was that the child would suffer in the future, especially from the people she loved.

......

By dinner time, Homura Akemi was able to barely complete the game with Mami Tomoe's guidance.

Her face flushed with excitement, "Mami-senpai, you're amazing!"

"Hmph~ Of course." Mami Tomoe raised her chin proudly. "My skills are the result of countless hours of practice. Even Shiroha can't surpass me."

"Yes, yes, you're the best! Go wash your hands and eat."

As Shiraha carried the dishes through the living room, she heard Mami Tomoe's undisguised boasting and couldn't help but call out to her.

Although it's not shameful to lose to a woman in a video game, what he can't stand is that Mami Tomoe was basically the same as Homura Akemi at first, not very good at using the controller, but now she can easily defeat him with all sorts of gorgeous and elegant moves.

He was no match for the opponent in the fighting game, let alone the verbal 'insults' the opponent made after winning.

Small miscellaneous fish~

I've been playing for so long and I'm still only Silver. I'm so bad at this game!

Saying things like "miscellaneous fish, miscellaneous fish".

Could he tolerate this? He immediately picked up Mami Tomoe, tucked her under his arm, and gave her a good beating with Ansai waist drum.

If he can't beat you in the game, surely he can take care of you outside the game?

Dinner was as peaceful as ever. Homura Akemi quietly scooped up the rice in her bowl and picked up the vegetables in front of her, not daring to make any big movements. It was Baya Dai who piled a lot of vegetables into her bowl.

This seems to have become a tradition in Mami Tomoe's family; whenever guests come, she will almost always help put a lot of food in their bowls.

Even someone as shameless as Sayaka didn't dare to make any rash moves at the dinner table when visiting someone's home; she became much more restrained and reserved.

It was as if some magical force controlled their hands and feet, covered their mouths, and prevented them from fighting over the food in each other's lunchboxes like they usually did at school.

Ah, of course only Sayaka would do something like that. Madoka Kaname always generously asks if she can exchange the same dish with her.

After the meal, Mami Tomoe, as usual, cleared away the dishes and went to wash them.

Homura Akemi went back to her room first, sat on the balcony, and looked at the stars in the sky with a satisfied expression.

The night breeze lifted her long hair, and strands of hair gently brushed against Bai Yu's cheeks, leaving a faint lingering fragrance.

"Let me braid your hair."

Suddenly remembering his promise to the girl during the last simulation, Bai Yu made a suggestion.

"Huh? Now?" Homura Akemi obediently turned her back to Shiraha. "Wouldn't that be too much trouble...?"

She certainly remembered the promise, so ever since the timeline began, she has kept her long, straight black hair, waiting for her beloved to braid it for her.

"It's alright, Xiaoyan remembers that promise, right? So as long as it's about you, it won't be a bother."

Bai Yu grabbed Homura Akemi's hair, divided it into two large strands, and then divided one of those strands into three smaller strands, slowly weaving them into shapes in his hands.

Soon, the two familiar braids were completed.

The girl's aloof demeanor vanished instantly, and her slightly reserved movements made her appear somewhat naive.

"Thank you..." Homura Akemi whispered her thanks, her fingers stroking her braids inadvertently brushing against Shiraha's hand.

Bai Yu took the opportunity to grab the girl's slender fingers and gently stroked them in his palm.

Homura Akemi's fingers trembled slightly, and a faint blush rose on her cheeks. She lowered her head, not daring to look at Shiraha, but she did not pull her hand away.

"Bai... Bai Yu-jun..." Her voice was very soft.

"Hmm?" Bai Yu deliberately squeezed her fingers. "What's wrong?"

Homura Akemi's ears were so red they looked like they could bleed, and her violet eyes were watery. She glanced up at Shiraha, saw him looking at her, and quickly looked away. "N-nothing..."

The boy's eyes reminded her of that kiss before reincarnation. His deep and captivating eyes drew her in. Although it was a passionate and intense demand, she didn't find it rough at all. Instead, she was willing to immerse herself in that wonderful experience forever.

"Want to come?"

Bai Yu reached out and pinched the girl's delicate chin, forcing her face towards him so that their eyes met, filled with affection.

"Well......"

A clear look of panic appeared in Homura Akemi's eyes, but it was quickly covered by the tenderness on her lips, and she began to immerse herself in this brief but sweet moment of happiness.

Just then, the balcony door was slammed open, and Mami Tomoe stood in the doorway holding a fruit platter, her golden eyes narrowing dangerously.

"Excuse me? It seems I've come at the wrong time."

"Mami-senpai!" Homura Akemi instinctively separated from Shiraha, her lips still glistening with tears. She hurriedly explained, "We just..."

"They're kissing, they're making out, they're swooning." Mami Tomoe replied expressionlessly, placing the fruit platter heavily on the coffee table. "Eat some fruit."

Homura Akemi shrank into a corner like a frightened rabbit, her fingers unconsciously twisting her newly braided pigtails.

Mami Tomoe's gaze lingered on the two braids for two seconds, and the corner of her mouth twitched slightly.

"Your braids are pretty," she said with a forced smile. "Looks like Little White Feather is quite skilled at it."

Bai Yu's back instantly broke out in a cold sweat. "This... practice makes perfect..."

"Oh?" Mami Tomoe suddenly leaned closer, close enough to count her eyelashes. "How many girls have you braided?"

"Just... just Xiao Yan!" Bai Yu hurriedly explained, "She learned it during the last reincarnation."

Mami Tomoe gave a soft snort, picked up an apple and took a big bite, as if it were someone's head.

Homura Akemi cautiously reached out to take the grapes, but Mami Tomoe snatched the fruit platter away first.

"Mami-senpai..." Homura Akemi pouted, looking aggrieved.

Mami Tomoe froze for a moment, then reluctantly pushed the fruit plate back. "...Eat it."

The atmosphere became a little awkward for a moment. Bai Yu scratched his head, trying to find a topic of conversation, "Um... how about we go together tomorrow...?"

"No," Mami Tomoe interrupted him decisively.

"I haven't finished speaking..."

"It's another date, isn't it?" Mami crossed her arms. "With two girls?"

Homura Akemi suddenly interjected in a low voice, "Actually... I don't have to go..."

Mami Tomoe and Shiraha both looked at her.

The girl lowered her head, her fingers fidgeting nervously with the hem of her skirt. "I...I know this will bother Mami-senpai, so..."

Mami Tomoe's expression softened slightly, and she scratched her hair in frustration. "Fine, fine, I have tutoring tomorrow morning. See you at the usual place at 3 pm."

Bai Yu's eyes lit up, "Sister Mami agreed?"

"Who agreed!" Mami Tomoe retorted, blushing. "I just... I just went to keep an eye on you!"

Homura Akemi timidly tugged at Mami Tomoe's sleeve, "Thank you, Mami-senpai..."

Mami awkwardly pulled her hand away, her ear tips turning slightly red. "Idiot... why are you thanking me...?"

A gentle night breeze swept across the balcony, dispelling the awkwardness of the moment.

Bai Yu couldn't help but laugh at their awkward interaction.

Although getting caught was a bit thrilling, but...

"What are you laughing at!" Mami Tomoe threw a cushion at me. "Go and run me a bath!"

"Yes, yes, yes..." Bai Yu raised his hands in surrender, and before leaving, he secretly winked at Akemi Homura.

However, not long after Shiraha left, Mami Tomoe followed.

"What?" Feeling the soft embrace against his back, Bai Yu gently turned around and hugged her back. "Jealous?"

"Who, who's jealous!" Mami Tomoe retorted stubbornly, "I just..."

Before she could finish speaking, Bai Yu suddenly kissed her on the cheek.

Mami Tomoe froze, a blush spreading across her fair face.

"Idiot..." she muttered under her breath, "All you know how to do is use this trick."

"I'm sorry." Bai Yu buried his face in the girl's fragrant hair and whispered, "Xiao Yan is very important to me, but Mami-nee is just as important. I can't give up either of them."

Mami buried her face in Shiraha's chest and mumbled, "I know, that idiot even traveled through time for you..."

Bai Yu gently stroked her long golden hair. "Isn't Mami the same? She even dared to put drugs in my tea for me."

"Idiot!" Mami Tomoe suddenly looked up, her cheeks flushed. "You shouldn't say things like that!"

The bathroom was filled with steam. Bai Yu tested the water temperature, then turned to look at Mami Tomoe, who was standing awkwardly behind him. "Want to shower together?"

"Who wants to shower with you?!" Mami Tomoe jumped up as if her hair had stood on end, her twin tails shaking wildly. "I-I'll go check on Akemi!"

After saying that, he hurriedly ran away.