"Well... of course I'll like it, but don't tell Orange about it."
Yao shook his head and said with a wry smile.
Aoko's way of life is envied by the world.
—Too open and aboveboard.
That is undoubtedly a very tough way of life, but it is also a dazzling way of life.
Of course, Aoko's personality will inevitably lead to many hardships in the future.
Yao regards Aoko as his younger sister.
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Therefore, what Yao Neng does is clear the obstacles for Qingzi and make her journey as smooth as possible.
Aoko's innate personality trait is her dislike of escaping.
Yao didn't intend for her to change.
While change may be convenient, it is essentially an act that forces Aoko to erase herself.
To protect one's family, one must first harm one's own family.
This is putting the cart before the horse.
Yao would never do that.
Moreover, he believed there was nothing wrong with being upright and honest.
—I hope my family can live happily.
This is Yao's wish.
If Aoko wants to live like this, then let her live with her head held high and pride.
Yao's task is to offer her support and clear away any obstacles.
This is the duty of an elder brother.
"Hehe, I won't tell. This is a secret between me and Yao-gege. I would never let that idiot Chengzi know about something like this!"
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Aoko's face flushed.
This was the first time she had expressed her views on life.
Unexpectedly, Yao not only did not deny her way of life, but also accepted it wholeheartedly.
Aoko had always had a question.
She believes she has only done something perfectly normal, meaning she doesn't want to run away from anything.
As a result, most people seem to take escapism for granted.
Aoko didn't understand this so-called "majority".
Even if people around her say she's very strong, it only reveals one fact—you are different from us.
Aozaki Aoko is lonely.
Her strength was so great that it was incomprehensible to those around her.
As a child, she could only be confused.
No one knew that she simply couldn't find any other way to do it, and by the time she realized it, it was too late to change anything.
Aoko lacked the courage to give up.
However, whenever she thinks about these infuriating things, she becomes even more determined to move forward.
And this is also Aoko's strength.
Yao acknowledged Qingzi's strength from the bottom of his heart.
At the same time, he did not consider such behavior abnormal, but rather recognized and accepted it as a normal occurrence.
That alone made Aoko incredibly satisfied.
A warm feeling, like finally finding a kindred spirit, filled her chest, while also making her feel shy and uneasy.
After all, the truth was revealed to others.
It's like having all your secrets exposed to others; it's bound to make you feel ashamed to some extent.
Human beings are so contradictory.
When misunderstood, one craves understanding; yet when encountering someone who understands them, one feels anxious and uneasy.
Chapter Sixty-Four: Kuonji Temple, the Witch's Mansion [Please subscribe! Please give flowers!]
"Ugh... I can't hold back anymore! Brother Yao! I want to spend the night in your room!"
"--ha?"
Yao was taken aback by Qingzi's statement.
The uncle and aunt stood on the other side with kind smiles, thinking that this was no big deal.
Most people assumed it was just kids playing around.
However, Yao felt that Qingzi was not so simple; this little girl was much more mature than he had imagined.
I want to crawl into his bed so early.
When they grow up, they'll probably be climbing on roofs and tearing off tiles.
"I've seen you and my sister like this before! Brother Yao, you can't treat them differently, can you? Hehe~!"
"Tsk...you're ruthless, little girl..."
Yao was speechless.
Looking at Qingzi's quirky smile, he could already imagine how "disastrous" she would be in the future.
She's definitely a beauty in the making.
However, he is essentially a rogue little devil.
........
I spent a peaceful week at the Aozaki family's house.
It takes about eight days to enter the Lostbelt.
"Phew, it's been a long time since I've been to 03."
Yao's breath condensed into white mist and dispersed.
It's only the beginning of winter, and the temperature in Misaki is very damp and cold. I estimate it will snow soon.
Yao walked up the slope, heading towards the top of the hill.
Looking down the mountain, you can see a residential area with a distinctly old feel.
—The hill is called Shirokenzuka.
It is located in the heart of Misaki City.
In the past, people in Misaki believed that building houses on higher ground was unlucky, so no one lived above a certain height.
On the slope Yao was walking on, there were hardly any other pedestrians, and there were almost no buildings or facilities on the hill.
However, there is one exception.
That's right, it's the Kuonji Residence.
The asphalt road stretches on and on, eventually ending in the forest, leaving only a mountain path that leads to the site of the Kuonji Temple.
It can be said that this slope leading to the top of the hill is the natural dividing line between Misaki City and the mountainous area.
It completely isolates it from urbanization.
Even children who love to play around won't come here; they know it's nothing but a haunted house.
Yao's destination for this trip was this haunted house.
It was a lingering glimpse of magic, seemingly something that would appear in a fairy tale, abandoned by the times.
Misaki City is known for its urban legends.
It is said that a witch lives in the mansion.
Yao believed that the rumor was a lucky accident, but its truth was even more shocking than the rumor itself.
Kuonji Residence is a Western-style building that was moved from England.
All the materials were shipped from overseas.
The main building is large enough to fit three normal Japanese family houses, as well as a courtyard that surrounds the main building.
There were even outbuildings on the high ground outside the main building.
It's unbelievably luxurious.
Only the Kuonji Zaibatsu in the entire Misaki City has the financial strength to build a residence of this scale.
Yao has indeed achieved great commercial success.
However, compared to multinational conglomerates like Kuonji, the Aozaki Group is still too inexperienced.
It will take at least ten years to catch up.
Before crossing the Lostbelt, Yao aimed to become the Kuonji Zaibatsu and was determined to lead the Aozaki family to that level.
Now, he has gained experience in the Lostbelt.
The Kuonji Zaibatsu is no longer the target, but rather the starting line for Yao to move towards the future.
"Huh? The door's open, and there's light on inside?"
Yao arrived at the old iron fence.
With a gentle push, it opened very easily.
I had a vague guess in my mind.
At the same time, Yao's lips curled up slightly, and a nostalgic expression appeared on his face.
He first visited the Kuonji Temple when he was eleven years old.
He became the Great Witch's apprentice.
At the same time, he also met the Kuonji family and made various memories in this mansion.
"Well, at least I'm home now..."
Yao placed his hand on the door.
As soon as I opened the door, I saw the familiar foyer and the bright sunlight streaming down from the stairwell.
If there is no sunlight.
That was truly the witch's mansion, a bottomless pit that could devour all light.
"Hmm...it's royal tea..."
Yao smelled the aroma of tea wafting from the living room.
He was very familiar with this tea.
It is an exquisite blend of Darjeeling, Ceylon highland black tea, Assam tea, and orange peony.
Ever since I drank it at Kuonji Temple.
Yao then developed a habit of drinking tea.
At the Aozaki residence, he had also prepared several cups of black tea, but unfortunately, Orange was a staunch coffee lover.
On the contrary, Aoko and he shared the same ideals.
Without much thought, Yao entered the annex on the east side as if it were his own home.
After walking through the hallway, you arrive at the modern-style living room.
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