I don't keep a diary, I only spoil life.

What is that?

As the foremost martial arts genius among the holders, Enoshima Junko had already mastered the breathing technique to perfection, so she could naturally see the true appearance of that blurry outline.

With a cold, downward-sloping gaze and a body made of pure gold, the aloof figure with its feet dangling in the air was clearly summoned by the man before it.

So, what's called... a 'stand-in'?

Hearing that rather dangerous question—

An unprecedented sense of crisis crept up on the shield's back like a leech.

The sticky, honey-like, extremely humid feeling instantly surged into her heart, and a feeling of anxious anticipation, like that of someone in love, prompted the girl to reveal a blissful, infatuated expression, even creating a sense of beauty as if she had accidentally fallen in love for the first time.

Everything that was completely unexpected had a far greater impact on her than despair.

I see, that's really interesting.

The frustration of the plan falling through completely paled in comparison to the novelty that enveloped me at this moment!

"The Ripple Clan... You've been hunting down our Pillars for two thousand years, yet you still refuse to give up those foolish ideas?"

"A bunch of bastards, more vulgar than toads peeing, talking about bonds and friendship, but unfortunately... in front of a true warrior, your petty tricks are completely useless."

There was no explanation of the Ripple race, but the man's words inadvertently revealed some things that she could deduce and guess on her own.

2000...The Pillars...The war between the Ripple Clan and the Pillars?

Junko Enoshima had already mentally formulated a scenario that best reflected reality.

But that was irrelevant; her immediate priority was to stop Li Yinguang from taking action.

"Eh, wait!? Anone Anone! Senior Li Yinguang, I...I...my name is Enoshima Junko. I am an ordinary person who came from other places after hearing about your reputation and wanted to seek refuge with you."

Her eyes, brimming with affection, shone brightly. Shield raised her arm, feigning a fangirl pose, and pretended to stutter, showing no intention of hiding or concealing anything.

"Could I work under you?"

That loud voice was exceptionally clear in this empty space, its plea filled with sincerity, like a vow of allegiance.

Without a doubt, Enoshima Junko was completely intimidated by Li Yinguang at this moment.

For a top-tier genius who is eager to see everything beyond what she knows, as long as it can bring an unprecedented ripple to her mundane life, she will have no complaints, whether it is her life or chastity, becoming a subordinate or being refined into a mind slave. She is full of curiosity about the truth of this world, just like someone who is curious about the truth of the world.

The question of whether 'the mysterious person A' is actually Li Yinguang has lost all meaning for Enoshima Junko.

The moment she saw that the man in front of her actually possessed the secrets, she couldn't wait to absorb the knowledge in his mind.

But it's really interesting.

The ripples in the diary's description of breathing were surprisingly connected to the handsome young man in front of her named Li Yinguang.

Was the mysterious person deliberately concealing his abilities in an attempt to dispel his suspicions through this method, or was he trying to shift the blame? Was he voluntarily handing over the breathing technique to the holder in order to promote something he was unaware of?

With a thousand and one complicated thoughts in mind, the girl's earnest and ardent gaze lingered on Li Yinguang's face for a long time.

Understanding subtle facial expressions is an art in itself; she attempts to extract information from the most minute changes in facial expressions that even the person themselves cannot control.

Unfortunately...

"Ordinary people seeking refuge with me? That's a line that's hard to believe."

The Despair Cult Leader's plea for surrender.

This did not leave Li Yinguang unmoved; he simply focused on cultivating a sophisticated image and crafting lines suitable for Dio's character.

As for why he responded to Enoshima Junko in this manner, one reason was that Li Yinguang found it amusing.

On the other hand, he felt this was a good way to break the deadlock.

Just ask.

I wanted to add a novel idea of ​​overload to a plot that had already reached its limit of tension;

What would be a more appropriate approach?

Li Yinguang was thinking about this problem throughout the entire process of taking the elevator down to the first floor.

To be honest, he is not a person who is not good at thinking; quite the opposite.

In those few short minutes, with his knowledge and familiarity with each holder, he had already considered the answer to this question from each holder's perspective.

If you encounter someone like Yukino Yukinoshita, who is stubborn and inflexible, she will probably give the questioner a cold shoulder and then start to humiliate them with sarcastic remarks, before putting on an extremely magnanimous act and explaining her personal views to you.

If she were to encounter someone like Sakayanagi Arisu, who considers herself intelligent, she would probably immediately come up with a bunch of very bizarre ideas, ultimately making a complete mess of things before running off to have her favorite kind of romance.

If you encounter someone like Kujo Alyssa who is obsessed with Li Yinguang, she will be willing to curse and actively adapt to any plot possibility related to Li Yinguang, even if it's just a matter of saying one thing but meaning another.

However, Li Yinguang's choice completely deviated from these possibilities and followed a common pattern—deus ex machina.

—My hesitation in not writing anything about myself in my diary before has really helped me a lot.

Harboring this mischievous and secretly amused feeling, Li Yinguang proceeded step by step according to his plan.

Although his original purpose was to intimidate Enoshima Junko and prevent her from overstepping her bounds again, considering the various emotions constantly being transmitted through the emotional broadcast, he was certain that this possibility had evaporated into thin air along with her soon-to-evaporate rationality.

Then there's only one unorthodox method left.

The fake play is really done.

Let's maintain this persona for a while.

He made Enoshima Junko his nominal subordinate.

"Oh? Instead of trying to escape from me, Dio, you're actively getting closer?"

Instead of continuing with any pointless small talk, Li Yinguang quickly got to the point, extending his arm in an inviting gesture.

"At this moment, the steps between us are like a chasm. At first glance, it seems like an unobstructed road, but in reality, every time you want to get a little closer to me, you have to take a step up."

Junko Enoshima was captivated by his words and couldn't speak. She just stared at the tall, handsome blue-haired man as he waved his hand, and she was then embraced by him as they looked down at the steps she had just stood on.

What's going on? Again?!

Upon realizing that she had unknowingly shifted her position, Junko Enoshima was like Godzilla discovering a new continent. She was completely unconcerned about her alluring figure being held in a man's arms, and she had no desire to be in close contact with the opposite sex.

Instead, he followed the downward-pointing arm and looked down at the pitch-black steps beneath his feet.

The man's expression grew increasingly intriguing, his invitation as thorny and encouraging as a poppy: "Then can you prove to me that you have the courage to stand shoulder to shoulder with me against those Ripple users, Enoshima Junko?"

“ ....”

For a moment, the entire room fell silent.

As for whether this olive branch will actually be effective for Junko Enoshima.

Her rosy cheeks were the best answer.

Observing her expression and inner thoughts up close, Li Yinguang turned her body to the side, her words warm and gentle as she spoke.

"Human vision is narrow, confined to the small patch of land before us. So... would you be my eyes, to search for those destined enemies in my stead?"

Junko Enoshima's emotions gradually calmed down along with that benevolent kindness, which seemed like a spell. She even began to ponder the hidden meaning in the topic Li Yinguang had mentioned.

Junko opened her mouth to try to talk about the diary but found herself speechless. However, this did not diminish her previous suspicions.

However, it must be admitted that Li Yinguang's explanation is worth considering.

Although it was her first time meeting the man in front of her, after several exchanges, the girl realized that he was clearly a dangerous individual who was even more skilled at seduction than she was.

Just as she was about to speak, the girl was shocked to find that she had landed at the bottom of the steps again.

Now we are faced with a fatal choice between two options;

Is it that one only accepts the benefits of the diary and occasionally hears about topics related to the underworld in it?

Or perhaps they should approach this mysterious Li Yinguang to inquire about the so-called stand-in and the truth of the world?

If it were someone else, they would likely have to make a choice between the two options.

The problem is that Junko Enoshima isn't the kind of person with outdated ideas—

Upon hearing this, the girl's beautiful eyes flickered, and the answer was already in her heart.

She wants both!

"It's so stressful and agonizing, but... I already have my answer."

An exaggeratedly healthy smile appeared on Junko's face.

While speaking;

Her ankles seemed to move uncontrollably as she stepped onto the first step, like a brave person trying to climb to the summit.

Standing at the bottom of the steps, she was an ordinary person who had only dabbled in cultivating a little bit of superpowers from her diary, while Li Yinguang at the top of the steps was a mysterious master who was currently out of reach of her.

So, with this passion for riding high, Dunzi took steps upwards regardless of the consequences.

One step, one step, two steps, one step, two steps, rubbing, rubbing on this smooth step, like the devil's steps, like the devil's steps!

But just as she was about to reach the top of the steps, believing she could be within reach of Li Yinguang, an unexpected change occurred—

The world spins in the blink of an eye.

【——！！！】

The sudden pause brought everything to a standstill and death.

[…Buzz—!]

"..."

What exactly is going on?

It was just a blink.

The scene before my eyes underwent another dramatic transformation.

Junko Enoshima slightly fanned her beautiful eyes.

It's the same situation as before.

Is this... a kind of superpower?

But if that's the case.

How can I get to the other side of the steps?

Just as Enoshima Junko was racking her brains, she was stunned by this miracle that had appeared twice;

A muffled, suppressed laugh rang out from the top of the steps.

"You say one thing and do another, you Ripple Clan member. Why are you backing down?"

When Dunko looked up, he saw that the pair of golden pupils were full of mockery and laughter, and the gentle voice also contained a slightly inexplicable teasing.

"I see. So, rather than being friends with me and sharing this glory, you really do want to compete with me, Dio, instead?"

"Or is it that you were so scared that even though you wanted to move forward, your thighs involuntarily took a few steps back?"

Along with these words, a series of emotional broadcasts rang in Li Yinguang's ears.

Unfortunately, it wasn't the kind of fear that people wanted to see.

[Junko Enoshima is in a daze, contemplating how the world works; her curiosity increases by 1000.]

That's right.

Junko Enoshima is a freak who knows no fear.

Even in the face of this fear, she remained spirited;

The emotions presented are not negative at all, but rather a genuine spirit of inquiry.

Li Yinguang had anticipated this.

Furthermore, he was not prepared to let Junko Enoshima reach the other side of the steps easily.

And so, back and forth, the two sides remained deadlocked for dozens of rounds.

He only allowed her to marry him when the world's time-stopped state needed to be restored.

To satisfy her likely expectations, under her misty, alluring gaze, he reached out and grabbed her large breasts hard, while simultaneously giving her heart a gentle tug.

Watching the girl writhe her body and let out a sweet, seductive moan a second ago, and then freeze in shock the next second as her limbs stiffened from having her heart squeezed;

Li Yinguang introduced the classic premise of "I have placed a death ring in your heart".

After doing all this, he even took the initiative to bring the shield back to the elevator in the dormitory building.