Kai, Reika, and Lian Li were happily chatting and laughing as they made their way up the stairs to the rooftop of Sakura High School. The rooftop used to be a popular hangout spot for students, but due to some trouble caused by delinquents who would skip class and use the rooftop as their turf, it had been closed off.
As they approached the door to the rooftop, Kai pulled out a key and unlocked the door. Just as he was about to open it, they all heard a sobbing voice coming from behind them.
"Senior Brother! Please help me!" came the desperate cry.
Instantly, their attention shifted to Mae Ling, who was running towards them with tears streaming down her face. Reika and Lian Li reached out and held her trembling hands, trying to comfort her.
"What's wrong?" Kai asked, concern evident in his voice.
Mae Ling managed to choke out her words amidst her sobs. "Senior Brother, please help my brother! He's being beaten up by a scary, ugly delinquent."
A look of shock crossed Lian Li's face as she exclaimed, "Delinquents? Are you serious?"
Mae Ling nodded, her tears continuing to flow. "Yes, they've been targeting my brother for a while now. I've tried telling the teachers, but nothing seems to stop them from hurting him behind their backs..."
Desperation filled Mae Ling's eyes as she pleaded, "Please, Senior Brother, help my brother."
"Why do you think I can help your brother?" Kai asked curiously.
He hasn't shown his skills to anyone yet, other than his classmate earlier. So she shouldn't know that he could help her.
Mae Ling tilted her head, appearing confused. "Aren't you like a knight in shining armor from the fairy tales? You should have magical powers to save..."
Before she could finish her sentence, Lian Li interrupted, clearly exasperated. "Wait a minute! You're serious? You're asking him for help just because of that?"
Mae Ling shrugged innocently. "Yes. Why?"
Lian Li sighed and facepalmed, lost for words. Kai and Reika exchanged a knowing glance. They had already experienced Mae Ling's naivety earlier, so they understood where she was coming from.
"Sorry, but I don't want him to help anyone he doesn't know, especially if his life will be in danger." Reika said worriedly as she also knows how scary those delinquents are.
A warm smile spread across Kai's face as he felt his heart swell with affection for Reika. He walked up behind her and pulled her into a tight hug.
"Thank you for prioritizing me over the safety of others," Kai whispered into her ear, planting a gentle kiss on her cheek.
"I agree with Reika. The delinquents in this school are all not normal. Some of them even beat up a teacher! Let me call my butler. He can take care of those delinquents," Lian Li said worriedly as she took out her phone.
Kai reached out to stop her and said "It's fine. You should already know who's my master."
And he continued, "You guys take your lunch first. Let me take care of it," Kai assured his Reika and Lian Li as they hesitated to leave him behind.
"But it's not confirmed yet if the Rick you're referring to is really that retired general! Also, those delinquents are not your average troublemakers. They are skilled fighters! If it wasn't for my family, I wouldn't be able to protect Reika," Lian Li said, trying to convince Kai otherwise.
Seeing the worry etched on Lian Li's face, the quest to conquer her, which had appeared on his Random Quest list before, reappeared in front of Kai. Without a moment's hesitation, he accepted it this time.
Ding! [Random Quest: Conquer Lian Li]
Name: Lian Li
Age: 18
Conquered: 0/100
Romance: 10/100
Status: Virgin
Cultivation: None
"Hmm? '10'? How is that possible?" Kai wondered, his doubts momentarily vanishing as he saw the concern in Lian Li's eyes. Various scenarios played out in his mind, and a bonus piece of information appeared.
[Bonus Information: She loves reading romance novels with a dominant main character. She prioritizes her friends' happiness and friendships over her own feelings, all the while burying her own emotions. However, the more she does this, the stronger her feelings become.]
Kai closed the window and reached out to pat Lian Li's head. "I told you, I'm fine. Don't worry. I can handle it, I promise," he reassured her.
Seeing Kai's determination, Lian Li let out a sigh. "Hmph! Who said I'm worried about you? You can just go and get beaten up! I don't care anymore!" she exclaimed, slapping Kai's hand and acting all angry.
She pulled Reika towards the rooftop door. Reika cast a worried glance at Kai, but he nodded, assuring her. Reika smiled and raised her clenched fist as she waved it before Lian Li dragged her away.
Kai's smile vanished as he looked at Mae Ling. A serious expression replaced his previously cheerful demeanor, causing Mae Ling to instinctively take a step back until her back hit the wall.
Kai approached Mae Ling, getting dangerously close to her.
"S-senior Brother, what's wrong? Let's hurry. My brother--" Mae Ling stammered, her voice betraying her unease.
"I can help you, but you need to give me something of equal value," Kai stated firmly.
"What? But I don't have any money," Mae Ling replied, confusion and worry evident in her eyes.
"I don't want your money. I want you," Kai revealed, surprising Mae Ling.
"W-what? You want me?" Mae Ling asked, her eyes and mouth wide open in shock.
"Yes, I want you. Give yourself to me in exchange for saving your brother. I'm not a saint who does good deeds for free," Kai declared.
"Why? Can't you just help your cute junior?" Mae Ling questioned, trying to wrap her head around the situation.
"I don't just go around helping anyone. I have to prioritize myself and my loved ones. Right now, I have someone who's waiting for me, so I can't just risk my life saving your brother. Plus, if I do save him, I'll become the enemy of those delinquents too, you know?" explained Kai.
He continued, his tone serious, "It's not just about me either. Rei might be affected by this as well. So, here's the deal... I'll save your brother and put my life on the line to face those delinquents, but in return, you have to become mine."
To Kai's surprise, Mae Ling accepted without a second thought, her eyes lighting up as she became enlightened. "Alright. I'll give myself to you. Or rather, please take me as yours, senior brother. It's a win-win for me, don't you see? Why are you even asking? You're an idiot," she exclaimed, with a mischievous smile playing on her lips.
Kai was taken aback by the unexpected response. This was the first time he had tried to approach a woman without assistance from the system, and now he had effortlessly gained a cute junior. He had anticipated some resistance, but she had accepted without hesitation, even going as far as to call him an idiot.
"Just to clarify, are you really sure about this? I mean, we just met," Kai asked, his curiosity piqued.
Mae Ling's eyes softened, and she chuckled, "Of course, I asked you earlier if I had a chance to be with someone like you, and I meant it. Are you really that clueless, Senior Brother? Have you looked in the mirror? I'm just a regular girl, and having a boyfriend as handsome and cool as you is like a dream come true. I'm confused though, why do you need this condition? I'm just a mortal while you're divine. Are you sure you want me, an earthling?"
A smile tugged at the corners of Kai's lips. "Hahaha! You're something else, aren't you? I've taken a liking to you, so of course I want you. Also, as I told you earlier, don't treat me like an endangered species." Kai said as he pinched her cheeks.
And he continued, "Let's seal the deal."
Kai gently held Mae Ling's delicate face in his hands and leaned down, softly pressing his lips against hers. The moment their lips met, Mae Ling felt a rush of adrenaline surge through her, causing her heart to beat faster than ever before. She couldn't believe that someone as cool and handsome as Kai would be interested in her, just an ordinary girl.
Ding! New feature unlocked!
Ding! First kiss Required.
Bonus Reward: 1 Brown Egg.
But then, a notification rings in Kai's brain, but he just brushes it aside. Kai deepens the kiss as he is not satisfied by a normal kiss. As the intensity grows, his arm encircles her petite frame, pulling her closer. Mae Ling's excitement reaches its peak, making her momentarily forget about her poor brother who needs help.
After what felt like an eternity, they finally broke apart, their lips reluctant to part ways. Mae Ling, her mind now refocused, mustered up the courage to speak.
"Senior Brother. Please, help my brother."
"Alright. Let's go." Kai said, as he gently clasped his hand around Mae Ling's smaller, delicate hand and pulled her.
Mae Ling couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement as she looked at her small hand engulfed by Kai's big and strong one.
"Is this what they call a blessing in disguise? Brother, please be safe." Mae Ling muttered as she let Kai pull her.