Bai Yu’s words seemed to have worked, or perhaps the mere fact that she remained there with Loweia provided enough comfort.
As time passed, Loweia gradually calmed down and returned to normal.
However, the girl’s soft, white hand still gripped the one Bai Yu had reached out, and her body unconsciously leaned toward her.
It seemed that as long as she was close to her, she could feel at peace.
The two of them remained in that posture—close, but not quite touching.
The room was so quiet that only the sound of their mingled breathing remained.
Neither of them spoke first to break the peaceful atmosphere; for them, this silence seemed enough.
After a while, Bai Yu felt that Loweia’s emotions had stabilized, so she tried to pull back slightly. Although Loweia still held her hand, her grip had loosened.
“Wei Ya,” she whispered tentatively.
“The chicken soup has been simmering in the kitchen for quite a while. I need to check on it now, or it really will boil dry.”
The moment she finished speaking, a ripple of emotion crossed Loweia’s calm face.
The girl showed no intention of letting go; instead, she tightened her grip.
A hint of unease returned to those crimson eyes.
Although she still didn’t speak, her gaze and actions expressed everything she wanted to say.
‘Can you please not go?’
Seeing Loweia like this, Bai Yu felt a bit helpless, but mostly, she felt a secret sense of satisfaction.
The source of her helplessness was that Loweia seemed a bit too clingy now.
Even though they had been sitting together for a while, she still wouldn’t let go.
Similarly, the secret satisfaction came from the same place.
Who would have thought that not long after waking up, Loweia would develop a sense of dependence on Bai Yu?
Now she didn’t even want to let her go.
Didn’t this mean her plan was going smoothly?
If she continued to increase her Favorability, would she even have to worry about Loweia refusing to be her lover later?
‘Heh heh…’
Thinking of this, Bai Yu almost couldn’t resist letting out a soft hum.
Of course, if she actually did that, she would destroy the warm atmosphere she had just built.
She wouldn’t do something so self-destructive.
“Don’t worry.”
Bai Yu placed her other hand over Loweia’s two soft, delicate hands.
“I’m just going to bring the soup over. It’ll be very quick. I won’t leave you alone for long, Wei Ya.”
“Then… come back soon, Bai Yu.”
Loweia hesitated for a moment before finally choosing to let go.
She likely understood; after all, Bai Yu had specially simmered the soup for her.
If they ignored it, all of Bai Yu’s efforts would go to waste.
She had already caused Bai Yu enough trouble and couldn’t continue to be a burden.
“Yes, I’ll be right back.”
After leaving the room, Bai Yu did not close the bedroom door this time.
She left it open so that even while Loweia sat on the bed, she could see her walking toward the kitchen.
This way, even though Bai Yu wasn’t by her side, seeing her silhouette might make her feel better.
Unfortunately, she couldn’t hum to herself with the door open, or Loweia would surely hear her.
She could only breathe a small sigh of relief after reaching the kitchen.
“Phew… the pressure is a bit high.”
Who would have thought that the terrifying Pale Witch would become so extremely insecure after losing her memory?
She still remembered the trembling in Loweia’s eyes when she first tried to leave.
It was as if her world would completely collapse if Bai Yu truly intended to abandon her.
It made sense.
After waking up in a strange place with no memories, a stranger had appeared who was willing to care for her, treated her gently, and showed no ill intent.
In her world, wasn’t this stranger the only person she could rely on?
To Loweia, Bai Yu might be her entire world right now.
Looking at it now, her choice to stay and accompany her had been the right one.
If she had just brushed her off with a few perfunctory words or shown impatience toward her fear, Loweia’s Favorability might have dropped to zero immediately.
‘That was close. I made the right move.’
Entering the kitchen, Bai Yu went to the stove to check on the soup.
The moment she lifted the lid, a thick, fragrant steam billowed out.
‘Good, nothing went wrong.’
She used a spoon to scoop a bit for herself to taste.
The broth was fresh, perfectly seasoned, and tasted wonderful.
The chicken was simmered until it was soft and tender.
Loweia should like it.
Turning off the stove, Bai Yu carried the steaming chicken soup back to the bedroom.
Loweia was staring toward the door, and her eyes clearly lit up when she saw her enter.
“The chicken soup is here. It’s fresh off the stove, so be careful not to burn yourself, Wei Ya.”
Bai Yu sat by the bed.
Despite her warning, she held the bowl herself, scooped up a spoonful of the fragrant soup, blew on it gently to cool it down, and brought it to Loweia’s lips.
“Ah…”
Loweia didn’t refuse.
She cooperatively opened her mouth and took the spoon.
The delicious broth slid into her mouth, its rich fragrance instantly conquering her taste buds.
“Is it good?”
“Yes, it’s delicious.”
“I’m glad you like it, Wei Ya.”
After they had finished, Bai Yu brought over a basin of warm water and a clean towel.
“Wei Ya, let me give you a quick sponge bath.”
“Then… I’ll have to trouble you.”
Loweia hesitated for a moment but eventually nodded.
With her consent, Bai Yu took the warm towel and gently and carefully wiped her body.
Loweia kept her head down.
Although being touched by a stranger was somewhat embarrassing, the feeling of being meticulously cared for sent a wave of warmth through her heart.
By the time everything was settled, it was already late.
“Alright, it’s very late. You should get some rest. Goodnight, Wei Ya.”
“Yes, goodnight.”
Loweia nodded and watched as Bai Yu tucked her in.
When Bai Yu turned to leave, the girl subconsciously reached out her hand.
Bai Yu noticed the movement.
It seemed she didn’t want her to go.
There was no helping it then.
She had originally planned to leave after turning off the lights, but she decided to stay and keep her company.
“It’s okay. I’ll stay here with you tonight, Wei Ya.”
After all, though the girl looked calmer, her lack of security was too extreme.
If Bai Yu left and she woke up in the middle of the night to find it pitch black and received no response when calling for her, she might have another Stress Response.
‘I’ll just stay the night with her.’
‘It’s a way to further build my persona as a gentle lover.’
Hearing that Bai Yu had decided to stay, the unease in Loweia’s eyes vanished.
She looked at Bai Yu sitting by the bed and reached out to gently grasp the edge of her clothes, as if this would make her feel more secure.
Then, the girl slowly closed her eyes.
Before long, her breathing became slow and steady.
She had fallen asleep.
‘Phew… I can finally relax.’
Bai Yu had planned to watch over her for a while longer, but sleepiness proved contagious.
She let out a yawn, and her eyelids grew heavy.
A lot had happened today.
Drowsiness hit her like a tidal wave, instantly submerging her consciousness.
She closed her eyes and fell asleep leaning against the side of the bed.
In her dreams…
Bai Yu dreamed that she was holding a girl’s hand, strolling down the street together.
The smile on the girl beside her was radiant—a smile that seemed to come truly from the heart.
She looked so happy.
The two of them walked hand in hand, just like a real pair of lovers.
“Bai Yu…”
The white-haired girl in the dream softly called her name, her face brimming with a happy smile.
Would this be their future?
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