Chapter 132: The New Housemate Who Tripped at the Door

After ducking into the room, Evran’s alertness remained sky-high.
Her crimson eyes glowed even brighter than usual, a surging power slowly igniting within her.
Behind her, a pair of wings flickered in and out of existence.

Su Xiaoxiao had seen this state before—the prelude to battle.

“It seems like because of the usual lack of blood supply, the power isn’t at full strength.
I can’t fully manifest the wings.”

“Evran, don’t be reckless. It’s just one Exterminator.”

“Just… one?”
Evran turned to look at Su Xiaoxiao sitting on the bed, slowly shaking her head in disagreement.

“Human Exterminators are the greatest threat to Bloodkin.
Humans stole forbidden power from our domain and passed it down through generations.
That power is lethal to us.
Xiaoxiao, your identity now is also Bloodkin. You’re no longer one of them.”

“I understand that, but don’t be too hasty.
I think I heard my big sister mention that a new powerful Exterminator was coming to reinforce Tantan City.
It’s probably her.”

“So what?
Anyone who can’t be distinguished as friend or foe should be treated as an enemy.
And the power I sense from her is extraordinary—not some ordinary rank.
If things get urgent, I might need to take a little blood from you.
To protect us both.”

It was only natural she could sense the Exterminator.
The newcomer was supposedly S-rank.
Anyone who climbed to S-rank was undeniably elite.

A- and B-ranks might vary in strength, but every S-rank was the real deal.

Evran’s eyes kept flashing scarlet.
Whenever she entered this state, her fierce, unyielding side emerged without restraint.

Her attitude stood in stark contrast to Su Xiaoxiao’s—
because their positions were fundamentally different.

Su Xiaoxiao had once been an Exterminator herself, climbing all the way to the top.
She still subconsciously felt friendliness toward Exterminators.

Evran, on the other hand, saw them clearly as enemies.
They were the only beings capable of truly killing Bloodkin.
They could never be underestimated.

Evran had only one thing left: Su Xiaoxiao.
She had to ensure their safety.

Su Xiaoxiao watched Evran stand protectively in front of her.
A strange warmth rose in her chest.
She got off the bed, wrapped her arms around Evran from behind, rested her chin on her shoulder, and spoke softly:

“I know.
If the other side comes with hostile intent, I’ll fight too.
There’s something I really didn’t want to say to you like this… but I can’t deny it:
You’re also a very important person to me.”

“Xiaoxiao…”

Evran felt the embrace.
Su Xiaoxiao’s words touched her deeply.
Over the past year, they had gone from hostility, resistance, and disgust… to slowly drawing closer, working toward the same goal.
It hadn’t been easy.

Hearing those words made her heart feel warm and full.

“Probably ranks, like, twentieth or thirtieth in my heart, though.”

“After all that emotion, you rank me that low?!”

At the door.

Su Xiao Zi paused for a second.
The newcomer had introduced herself, so out of politeness, she responded immediately:

“I’m Su Yuyao’s little sister, Su Xiao Zi.
Currently working at the Humanoid Weapon Research Society.
I did hear a new S-rank Exterminator was coming to reinforce Tantan City.
I didn’t expect you to find this place so quickly.”

“Ah, Sister Shiyao—er, Miss Su Yuyao introduced me here.”

Hm?
Why does this person keep almost saying “Shiyao-jie” and then correcting to “Miss”?

“S-she said I could stay here temporarily.
I haven’t found a place to live yet.”

Being called “Second Miss” already…
This person is a little strange.
So deferential.
Shouldn’t an S-rank be more arrogant?
Instead, she’s lowering her posture completely.

Since it’s what Big Sis arranged, I don’t mind.
The house isn’t short on rooms anyway.
But this floor is all girls.
If it were a boy, he’d have to stay on another floor for everyone’s convenience and to avoid awkwardness.
I hope that’s okay?

Xiaoye touched her cap, looking slightly embarrassed as she explained:

“Um… actually, I’m a girl…”

Her usual style made her look more like a boy…

“Eh!? W-What? Really?
I’m so sorry! That was rude of me!”

“Ah, no no, it’s fine.
A lot of people misunderstand.
I don’t really mind—after all, I like dressing this way.”

Su Xiao Zi showed a surprised expression and quickly apologized.
Since she was a girl, of course she could stay on the lively floor with everyone.
Otherwise, leaving her alone on another floor would be kind of pitiful.

But because there were two Bloodkin girls in the house, Su Xiao Zi hesitated, trying to find the right words to explain.

Xiaoye saw her troubled look and immediately understood.

“I already heard the general situation from Miss Yuyao.
If they’re Bloodkin you both trust, I won’t act rashly or overstep.
But I’ll stay a little vigilant toward any potential danger—to ensure Second Miss’s safety.”

“Big Sis already told you?
Well… if you can accept it and keep it secret from others, then it’s fine.”

It seemed like someone Big Sis really trusted—enough to tell her something she wouldn’t even report to upper management.

Plus, Xiaoye’s clean, sunny appearance and demeanor gave a very good first impression.
After thinking it over, Su Xiao Zi gave her permission to stay.

Yesterday, Su Yuyao had contacted her and mentioned that a new friend might come to live with them.

Hearing that Su Xiao Zi was willing to let her stay, Xiaoye bowed deeply in gratitude, making Su Xiao Zi feel a little overwhelmed.

“Of course, I won’t stay for free.
I can serve as the housekeeper.
Daily cleaning, three meals—I can handle everything.
And if there’s no mission, I can also take care of protection duties.”

“H-Housekeeper!?”

Xiaoye smiled confidently and pulled out a set of men’s formal wear, white gloves, and a tie from behind her.
“Second Miss can order me however you like.”

“From the beginning you’ve been calling me that—what exactly did Big Sis tell you?!
And you don’t need to be so formal!”

“No, Miss didn’t tell me anything in particular.
I simply understood my position on my own.
For someone as insignificant as me, this level of courtesy is only proper.”

Su Xiao Zi felt both exasperated and amused.
The new housemate was a very handsome girl… but for some reason, she treated others with this oddly deferential attitude.

“Looking forward to living together.
Sorry for the intrusion—ah!”

Just as Su Xiao Zi turned to call Xiaoxiao and the others out to meet the new friend, she heard a cute yelp from behind.

When she looked back, Xiaoye had tripped over the threshold.
She and her cello case sprawled awkwardly on the floor, cap tumbling off to the side.

Su Xiao Zi couldn’t help covering her mouth and giggling.

The newcomer… is kind of clumsy?