These words were like a warm current, instantly warming Jiuxiao's heart. He smiled slightly and said sincerely, "Mugen, thank you. I'm also very happy to see you again."
Kisara Tendo nodded slightly, turning her gaze to Fate, who was also watching her.
“Fate, you are also my friend. Although many years have passed, our friendship will not change with the passage of time.” Tendo Kisara’s words were tinged with emotion. She slowly walked towards Fate, and the two smiled at each other, as if the separation of those years had never happened.
Fate smiled and replied, "Yes, Kisaragi, no matter how much time passes, our hearts will always be connected." As Fate spoke, the two embraced tightly, as if trying to make up for the years they had missed.
After exchanging greetings, Jiu Xiao formally introduced the other two people behind him to Mu Geng.
"These two were my companions in that world. The one with pink hair is Madoka Kaname, and the one with silver hair is Sania V. Litviak."
Jiuxiao pointed to the two girls standing next to him and introduced them.
Upon hearing this, Kisara Tendo turned her gaze to Madoka Kaname and Sania, her eyes filled with both curiosity and a hint of barely perceptible wariness. After all, she couldn't help but feel somewhat wary of these "visitors from another world" who had suddenly appeared in her own.
Madoka smiled and waved to Kisara. Her smile was warm and innocent, as if it could instantly melt the ice in people's hearts.
"Hi, Kisara-neechan, I'm Kaname Madoka, nice to meet you!" Her voice was clear and melodious, like a stream flowing in spring, making people feel good.
Sania, on the other hand, appeared more reserved and composed. She bowed slightly, offering a greeting in an elegant yet polite manner.
“Miss Tendo, I am Sania V. Litviak. Nice to meet you.” Her voice was soft, without any obvious emotional fluctuation.
As Kisara looked at the two girls from another world, her wariness gradually dissipated. She could read sincerity and kindness in their eyes, which made her feel a sense of closeness.
Kisara smiled and said, "My name is Tendou Kisara. Welcome to my world."
After exchanging a few pleasantries, the atmosphere gradually became more relaxed. Kisara led everyone into the villa, the interior of which was exactly the same as it had been nine years ago, without any changes, except for a touch more girlish charm.
"Please sit down, let me pour you some water." Kisara said as he walked to the kitchen, took out a few cups, and skillfully poured hot tea into them.
Jiuxiao and the others gratefully accepted the tea and sat down on the sofa. Xiaoyuan curiously looked around the unfamiliar room, appearing somewhat uneasy. Sania, on the other hand, maintained her elegance, quietly sipping her tea, as if savoring the taste of this world.
"Kisara, can you tell us about the situation in this world? How long has it been since we left this world? By the way, where are Uncle Tendo and Auntie?"
Jiuxiao broke the silence, his words tinged with urgency, for he desperately wanted to know what changes had occurred in the world since they left.
Kisara took a small sip of tea, his gaze becoming deep, as if he were reminiscing about the past.
"The world has indeed changed a lot since you left."
She spoke slowly, her voice carrying a barely perceptible sadness, "My father and mother... they died in a car accident a year ago."
Upon hearing this, Jiu Xiao, Xiao Yuan, and Sania all showed expressions of shock. A hush fell over the room; everyone was deeply shaken by what Mu Geng had experienced.
Jiuxiao gripped his teacup tightly, his eyes filled with unspeakable sorrow. He remembered that Tiantong and his wife were both very kind and gentle people who had taken great care of them. Alas, good people often don't live long.
After a long while, Jiu Xiao finally spoke with difficulty: "Mu Geng, I'm sorry. Hearing this news, I... we are all very sad. We weren't by your side at this crucial time, and you had to bear so much alone. I'm really sorry."
Mu lowered her head, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, her bangs falling down to cover most of her face, as if she were suppressing tears that were about to spill from her eyes. She gripped Jiu Xiao's hand tightly and leaned her slightly trembling body against him.
Chapter 84 Call Me Sister! (4K)
Seeing this, the other three tacitly left the room, leaving Jiu Xiao and Mu Geng alone inside. With a bang, the door slammed shut, and Mu Geng, unable to contain her emotions any longer, finally let her tears fall like a broken string of pearls. She sobbed, her shoulders trembling slightly, releasing years of loneliness and pain in that moment.
Jiu Xiao tenderly embraced her, gently patting her back in an attempt to comfort her.
"Kisara, cry it out. It will make you feel better. From now on, I will always be by your side and will never let you be lonely again."
Kisara poured out her emotions in his arms, as if she wanted to release all the pain that had been building up in her heart over the years. After a long time, her crying gradually subsided, leaving only occasional sobs.
Jiuxiao gently wiped away her tears and said softly, "Life is unpredictable; no one can foresee or change it. Although they are gone, we will always be by your side from now on. You are no longer alone."
Kisara raised her head, her eyes brimming with tears, looking at Kyusho with a fragility that didn't fit her usual girlish image. She resembled a flower about to wither in the wind, needing careful protection.
Her voice was hoarse from crying as she whispered, "No...don't call me Little Woodcutter, call me Sister."
"..."
Everyone else calls me "sister" first, then "little sister," and finally "baby." Why is it the other way around? It's like the heavens are reversed! But oh well, "sister" it is, a man can be flexible. Anyway, in the end, I'll call you "wife"...
But is that the crux of the problem? He was just comforting her when her sudden outburst left Jiu Xiao somewhat bewildered, but he quickly nodded seriously and tried calling out, "Sister Mugeng?"
Upon hearing this, Kisara's lips curled into a slight smile. The speed at which his expression changed was astonishing.
Seeing Mu Geng's sudden change in mood, Jiu Xiao couldn't help but sigh inwardly: A woman's heart is truly like the weather in June, changing in an instant. But in any case, as long as she can be happy, that's the best outcome.
Outside the door, the three women heard the crying coming from inside the room, and their hearts were filled with worry and sympathy. But when they saw Jiu Xiao and Mu Geng walk out of the room with relieved smiles on their faces, they knew that Mu Geng had already stepped out of the shadows of the past.
Fate stepped forward and grasped Kisara's hand tightly. "I'm sorry, Kisara. We promised to come back to see you as soon as possible, but it's been so long. As for Uncle and Aunt Tendo... we haven't been able to offer you comfort and support in time."
Kisara gently shook her head, the gloom in her eyes gone. "Fate, I'm already so happy you're back. And don't call me by my name, call me Kisara-neechan (older sister Kisara). I'm older than you and Kusho now."
Fate, on the other hand, didn't care at all. She already had two older sisters, so one more wouldn't make a difference. Besides, she had a feeling that there might be more older sisters in the future...
"Okay, Sister Kisara."
That call of "Sister Mokusei" filled her with joy, as if all the waiting and loneliness had been rewarded in this moment. She took a step forward and hugged Fate tightly.
"Oh my, Fate-chan is so cute, I'm going to pamper you, big sister." As she spoke, Kisara gently rubbed her face against Fate's, looking at her with obvious affection, which made Jiuxiao feel a pang of sadness. He calls her Kisara-nee (older sister Kisara), so why doesn't he get this kind of treatment?
Perhaps noticing Jiu Xiao's resentful gaze, Mu Geng teased, "What, does little brother Jiu Xiao want a big sister's hug too?" As she spoke, Mu Geng opened her arms, pretending to walk towards Jiu Xiao.
Jiuxiao deliberately took a few steps back, waved his hand, and refused, saying, "Hmph! Who wants your hug? If anyone's going to hug someone, it's my cute Xiaoyuan and Sania."
Jiuxiao's feigned arrogance startled the girls, and the surroundings suddenly fell silent.
"Jiuxiao, men being arrogant is really disgusting," Sania remarked incisively.
"...You always interrupt. My little Yuan is the cutest."
As Jiuxiao spoke, he deliberately turned his head to the side, avoiding looking at Mugen and Sania. He reached out and hugged Xiaoyuan tightly, as if seeking her comfort and approval. Xiaoyuan was a little shy at his sudden action, but she still gently ruffled Jiuxiao's hair, her eyes radiating maternal warmth.
The group chatted and joked around until evening, when Kisara suggested they go to a nearby restaurant for a welcome dinner. They went to a well-known family-run restaurant nearby; the warm atmosphere and soft lighting made them feel very comfortable. They chose a seat by the window, overlooking the bustling night view, adding a touch of romance to the meal.
After the menu arrived, Jiu Xiao handed it to the women and said, "Everyone, just order whatever you want. Mu Geng will cover everything tonight. Don't worry about saving money for her; she's quite wealthy. Right, Mu Geng?"
Mu Geng rolled her eyes at Jiu Xiao, then chuckled and pinched his cheek, feigning anger as she said, "You really know how to use someone else's gift to curry favor. But you're not wrong, it really is my treat tonight. Please eat as much as you like, don't be shy." With that, Mu Geng picked up the menu and began ordering food with practiced ease, clearly quite familiar with the place.
That being said, Xiaoyuan, Fate, and Sania couldn't be as carefree as Jiuxiao; they were all quite reserved girls. The three of them hesitated for a long time on the menu, and in the end, they only ordered some relatively affordable dishes, afraid of putting too much burden on Musang.
Seeing this, Kisara couldn't help but think more highly of them. Although she wasn't short of money, she could tell from these details that they had delicate minds and the quality of considering others.
"You guys are too kind." Mu Geng chuckled, handed the menu to the waiter, and then turned to look at Jiu Xiao. "Jiu Xiao, you certainly know how to enjoy yourself, always ordering the expensive stuff."
Jiuxiao chuckled and said nonchalantly, "Since Sister Mugeng is here, of course I have to take the opportunity to knock on her, cough cough, and enjoy myself. After all, this 'sister' title isn't given for nothing."
Mu Geng shook her head helplessly, but her eyes were full of relief. Although she and Jiu Xiao had been separated for more than nine years, time did not seem to have created any distance between them.
After dinner, Kisara led the group to a nearby supermarket to buy some daily necessities and several sets of pajamas. Back at their lodgings, everyone took a nice hot shower, changed into comfortable pajamas, and sat around on the sofa in the living room, enjoying a rare moment of leisure.
The villa was regularly cleaned, so the interior was very tidy, and a faint lavender scent filled the air. The villa was spacious, with each person having their own bedroom. The fact that he could no longer sleep with everyone made Jiu Xiao somewhat regretful, but it also gave him more opportunities to do "mischievous things."
The old saying "a loss may turn out to be a blessing in disguise" perfectly illustrates this point.
The group chose a row of bedrooms on the second floor. Jiu Xiao was in the room closest to the window, and Fate was in the room next to him. On the other side of the stairs were Xiao Yuan and Sania. Kisaragi was in the master bedroom on the first floor. She had originally wanted Jiu Xiao to stay in the master bedroom, since he was the owner of the villa. But Jiu Xiao refused. He was never one to care about such trivial matters; he preferred spending time with the girls, and it didn't matter where they lived.
As night deepened, the noise outside the window gradually subsided, leaving only the occasional sound of passing cars, adding a touch of life to the tranquil night. Jiuxiao lay in bed, using his phone to learn about recent events in the world. The more he read, the more uncontrollable his anger became. Although his appearance had prompted various countries to construct "megaliths" several years earlier, the treatment of the "Cursed Child" was no different from the original story; he still lived at the bottom of society, suffering discrimination and injustice.
Jiu Xiao gripped his phone tightly, the screen's light reflecting off his furrowed brow. His heart was filled with indignation and resentment. He had been too naive, underestimating the evil in human nature. He had thought that with his past influence, he could at least slightly change the social status of the "Cursed Child," but reality had dealt him a heavy blow. Since that was the case, then Jiu Xiao wouldn't be so ruthless as to undermine him completely.
Since the world cannot tolerate those "cursed children," he can bring them to his island without any guilt. Although he cannot provide a carefree life for all the "cursed children" in the world, he will at least do his best to help them.
The first step is to remove as many "cursed children" as possible from the Tokyo area. Next, we will help the "Holy Emperor" to enact the Gastrea Law to ensure the basic human rights of the "cursed children".
Therefore, Jiuxiao needs to establish a "police" company to become a "facilitator." The so-called "police" refers to the law enacted shortly after humanity's defeat, requiring civilian security companies—or simply "police"—to accompany officers into the scene of Gastrea-related incidents. This necessary measure was intended to reduce the mortality rate of officers who acted rashly; however, almost no police officer welcomes officers who freely enter their jurisdiction.
"Facilitators" – These are partners of the Initiators (the Cursed Children) who assist in battle, providing core support. They are generally also guardians of their partner Initiators, mostly ordinary humans who, while perhaps not as physically powerful as the Initiators, are still skilled fighters. The membership is diverse, often consisting of belligerent delinquents or criminals. They are essentially responsible for issuing commands and bear the unspoken responsibility of serving as the Initiator's spiritual pillar. Some use the Initiators as tools, while others treat them as family members.
The biggest obstacle for Jiuxiao right now is that he's only 14 years old according to official standards. Although Jiuxiao and his group could easily break the world's existing rules with their combined strength, it's unnecessary. Acting within the existing rules would undoubtedly be much easier. Of course, Jiuxiao wouldn't hesitate to act if necessary. He's not like Rentaro Satomi, indecisive and overly focused on procedural justice. To achieve his goal, he's willing to use any necessary means, as long as he can protect those "cursed children" and minimize their suffering.
Just as Jiuxiao was fretting over this, there was a knock on his door. He opened it to find Musang standing there in her pajamas. He asked, puzzled, "What's wrong, Musang-nee? Is there something you need? Or do you want to sleep with 'big brother' me?"
Kisara instantly bristled, her face turning bright red, and she cried out, "I-I-sleep together!? Mmm..."
Before Mu Geng could finish speaking, Jiu Xiao covered his mouth. It's just sleeping together, what's the big deal? Besides, it was just a joke, Mu Geng's reaction is way too much.
"Shh! Keep your voice down, don't disturb everyone's rest. Come in and talk to us if you need anything."
Mu Geng glared at Jiu Xiao, but still nodded. Jiu Xiao released her and ushered her into the house. Mu Geng, still with a hint of shyness and annoyance on her face, sat on the edge of Jiu Xiao's bed, crossed her legs, and said, "Not bad, little brother Jiu Xiao, you dare to tease your older sister, you've got some nerve."
Jiuxiao was quite helpless about this. "Is this considered flirting? This is nothing! Let me tell you, I'm not only bold, but also in other areas... cough cough cough! Let's get down to business. You must have something important to tell me about coming to see me alone so late, right?"
Jiuxiao, who instinctively wanted to ramble on, abruptly stopped his abstract remarks, otherwise he probably wouldn't have seen the sun rise tomorrow. Fortunately, Mugen didn't delve into it further. She nodded and said, "It's about what you told me this afternoon, all that stuff about another world and time travel, is it all true?"
Although he had already explained it to Kisara in the afternoon, she still seemed to have doubts. It's understandable; after all, this kind of thing sounds like a fantasy, and it would be difficult for anyone to accept it immediately. Jiuxiao nodded understandingly and decided to explain it to her in detail again. Of course, he wouldn't mention the system; he planned to explain everything using magic.
“Sister Kisara, I know this is hard to believe, but it’s true. I can’t use the magic to travel between worlds for the time being because it has a one-month cooldown period each time it’s used. But I can show you some other magic.”
As Jiuxiao spoke, a blazing flame ignited in his hand. Mu Geng was about to reach out and touch it when Jiuxiao stopped him.
"Don't touch it! This isn't a trick; it's real flame. Its temperature can easily melt metal," Jiuxiao warned, while with a gentle wave, the flame turned into a wisp of smoke and dissipated into the air.
A flicker of surprise crossed Kishou's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.
"I didn't expect what you said to be true. I thought... So how long are you planning to stay here this time? What are your plans for the future? Do you want to go to school with your sister?"
Jiu Xiao rolled his eyes. He knew that Mu Geng attended an all-girls school. How could they go to school together? Dress up as girls? Hmm, actually, it's not impossible to consider, my foot! Jiu Xiao, who was almost led astray, quickly came back to his senses. He was going to tell Mu Geng about his plan and ask if Mu Geng could help him set up a "police" security agency.
P.S.: I spent a little time briefly introducing the original setting. I hope you don't think I'm just rambling. I guess many people don't remember these things, so I wrote them down specifically.
Chapter 85 Sima Weizhi (4K)
Jiuxiao said seriously, "Let's forget about it. School is out of the question. I'll ask Fate and the others tomorrow if they're interested in going. Actually, there's something I want to ask Sister Kisara for help with..."
Jiuxiao told Musang about his plan to create a police and security agency and to secretly harbor the "cursed child," hoping to get her help and support.
After hearing Jiu Xiao's words, Mu Geng frowned slightly. She never expected that Jiu Xiao would have such a plan.
“Establishing a security agency? And taking in the cursed child? Jiuxiao, this is no joke. Do you know what this means? It not only requires a lot of money and resources, but it could also bring unnecessary trouble and danger.”
Jiuxiao nodded, his eyes resolute.
"Of course I know, but I can't just stand by and watch those innocent children be abandoned and hunted down. They're human too; fate has just been unfair to them. Besides, many 'Children of the Curse' are fighting to protect humanity, and there's even been an 'International Initiator Oversight Organization.' To me, that organization just treats the Children of the Curse as expendable resources. They're receiving protection from the Children of the Curse, yet they treat them like monsters. I can't accept that. Does Sister Kisara also think they're monsters?"
“How could that be? Of course I wouldn’t treat them as monsters. But… I’m more worried about your safety. Although I know you’re strong, I can’t guarantee that everything will be alright. Creating a security agency isn’t difficult, but if you want to take in a large number of those cursed children, that’s another story. You’ll be seen as an outcast by society.”
“I know all of this, so I will do it secretly and send the gathered cursed children to another world at the right time, so that the risks can be eliminated without anyone knowing. So, Kisara-nee, can you help me? At my age, I can't handle the relevant procedures for the security agency, and I don't have any relevant connections.”
Looking into Jiu Xiao's resolute eyes, Mu Geng couldn't help but feel moved. She knew that Jiu Xiao wasn't someone who gave up easily; once he decided to do something, he would go all out. Moreover, judging from Jiu Xiao's interviews with the media years ago, he probably had already foreseen this outcome.
"Alright, Jiuxiao, since you've made your decision, I'll do everything I can to help you. However, you must remember, this isn't an easy path. You need to be fully prepared and don't push yourself. And as you know, I've now left the Tiantong family, so I can only offer you some support in terms of funding and paperwork..."
Thinking of this, Musara scratched her long, black hair in frustration and muttered, "Ugh! Just thinking about it makes me so angry. Even so, I have no choice but to ask that annoying guy for help. As for the operation of the security agency, you'll have to figure that out yourself. By the way, do you have any experience running a company? If not, I can help you."
Jiuxiao looked at Mugeng gratefully and nodded. "Thank you, Mugeng-nee. You can help me with the company's paperwork; you don't need to worry about the operations."
Jiuxiao knew that Mugeng had absolutely no talent for running a company, as could be seen from their financial situation in the original story, where they were constantly on the verge of bankruptcy. Although he didn't expect to make money from this, he at least hoped that Mugeng wouldn't end up like the male protagonist in the original world, so poor that he had to eat bean sprouts every day.
The two talked for a while longer, and Jiuxiao asked Mugeng in detail about the situation and rules of this world in order to better formulate his plans. Mugeng patiently answered his questions one by one and gave some valuable advice.
As night deepened and Mu Geng got up to leave, Jiu Xiao thanked her again.
"Sister Mugeng, thank you for believing in me and for being willing to help me. I will remember your kindness and take good care of myself so you won't have to worry about me," Jiuxiao said sincerely.
Mu Geng smiled slightly and patted Jiu Xiao on the shoulder.
"Well, come on."
After saying that, Mu Geng turned to leave the room, but then she suddenly remembered something and said to Jiu Xiao, "Oh right, remember to wait for me at the school gate tomorrow. I'll introduce you to someone; you'll need her help with your matter."
Upon hearing this, Jiu Xiao understood immediately; he had already guessed who Mu Geng was going to introduce him to. He quickly nodded in agreement: "No problem, Sister Mu Geng, I will definitely be there on time tomorrow."
The next morning, sunlight filtered through the gaps in the curtains, dappling Jiu Xiao's face and waking him from his sleep. He quickly got up, washed, and dressed neatly, ensuring he was in top condition for today's meeting.
In the morning, Jiu Xiao led the girls on a wild tour of Tokyo. In the afternoon, as agreed, Jiu Xiao arrived at the gate of Kisara's school, Miwa Girls' Academy, half an hour early. This was an elite girls' school. Beside the school gate, several cherry blossom trees were in full bloom with delicate pink flowers. A gentle breeze blew, and the petals fell softly, adding a touch of romance to the spring day.
Jiuxiao stood at the school gate, watching a dazzling stream of beautiful female students emerge. Soon, Musang's figure came into view. She wore the uniform black sailor suit of the Miwa Girls' Academy, the only colors being black and white, except for the red ribbon tied around her neck. Her slender, upward-sloping eyes were sharp, and although her smile was cute, she currently wore a sullen expression.
Seeing this, Jiu Xiao smiled gently, waved to Mu Geng, and called out softly, "Sister Mu Geng, over here, over here!"
Upon hearing Jiuxiao's call, Kisara immediately turned around, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes. She waved back. Beside her stood a beautiful girl with black hair and black eyes, dressed in an exquisite kimono and holding a folding fan. Judging from the fact that she didn't wear a school uniform, her family must be incredibly wealthy. Jiuxiao recognized her at a glance—Sima Miori. The daughter of the president of Sima Heavy Industries, the world's largest weapons company, a beautiful woman in a furisode kimono—if she didn't speak…
"Jiuxiao, you're here. This girl next to me is the one I wanted to introduce to you. Her name is Sima Weizhi. She's the perfect person to ask for your help with your matter." Mu Geng said as he walked to Jiuxiao's side and gave a brief introduction to the two.
Sima Weizhi's lips twitched. She put away her folding fan, and a "well" shape appeared on her forehead.
"What do you mean by 'this guy'? Is this how you, Tendo Kisara, ask for favors?"
Kisara crossed his arms, seemingly used to Shiba Miori's reaction.
"What do you mean I'm asking you for a favor? Weren't you complaining about not having a suitable person to test your new weapon? I just happened to have a ready-made 'guinea pig,' so I went along with it. He helps you test the new weapon, and you do him a favor in return. Doesn't that even things out? How can you say I'm asking you for a favor?" Kisara blinked, looking completely innocent.
Jiuxiao listened from the side, somewhat confused, but roughly understood that the relationship between the two seemed to be just as strained as in the original story. Even without Satomi Rentaro's presence, the two were still at odds, which could only be attributed to their instincts—they couldn't tolerate each other.
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