Anime Crossover: About How I Spoiled an Angel

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After hearing Yukino's words, Yui looked left and right, and then noticed that because they had entered a shopping street, there were more and more people on the street, and quite a few people were secretly discussing the relationship between the three of them.

Realizing what she had done, Yui quickly let go of their hands, her eyes darting around, staring intently at the floor to avoid the gaze of those around her.

"Why aren't you holding my hand anymore?" At that moment, a devilish whisper came from Yui's soft ear; it was clearly Su Qing.

In the past, there were times when the three of them walked together, but it was usually Yui who was arm in arm with Yukino, and Su Qing walked alongside them, or simply lagged behind them by half a step.

A situation like today... has never happened before.

Faced with Su Qing's question, Yui remained silent, while Yukino, for some reason, also lowered her eyes, seemingly lost in thought.

Seeing this, Su Qing didn't say anything more, but simply pointed to a shop not far away, [Good Luck Coffee Shop], and said:

"Is that the one?"

Upon hearing Su Qing's words, Yui and Yukino also looked in the direction Su Qing was pointing. Although Yukino didn't know if it was true or not, people tend to pretend to be busy when they are embarrassed, trying to find something to do.

"This is the place, let's hurry up." Yui urged him, a rare occurrence for her, and her short legs quickened their pace towards the coffee shop.

.........

Inside the café, soft, warm lighting shines through vintage chandeliers, creating a cozy atmosphere throughout the space.

The walls are covered in a light beige color, and several abstract art paintings hang on the walls. The colors are colorful yet harmonious, adding an artistic touch to the store.

In the center are round wooden tables and chairs, their smooth surfaces reflecting the surrounding environment, creating a space that is both rustic and modern. Each table is adorned with a small vase of fresh flowers, their fragrance mingling with the aroma of coffee, a truly delightful experience.

There is a bar counter in one corner of the coffee shop, behind which are neatly arranged various coffee beans and exquisite coffee equipment.

"How about it? This store looks pretty good, doesn't it!"

Upon entering the coffee shop, the three found a relatively quiet spot to sit down, and Yui couldn't wait to boast about her accomplishments.

"Judging by the decor alone, it's really nice, and the environment is great too." Yukino nodded in agreement; she really liked the atmosphere.

"Let's see what we'd like to drink first." Following the principle of ladies first, Su Qing pushed the menu toward the two of them.

"I want a vanilla latte!" Yui took the menu, glanced at it casually, and decided what she wanted to drink.

Vanilla latte, made with a base of strong coffee, milk, and vanilla syrup, is a relatively sweet coffee, which suits Yui quite well.

"I have a feeling that Qing is thinking about something strange." Yui said with dissatisfaction when she saw that Su Qing was not speaking and instead fell into deep thought.

"What strange things could you possibly think about while drinking coffee?"

Su Qing noticed that Yui had become increasingly intelligent lately... she could even tell that he was thinking about her in his mind.

"I'm not feeling well today, so I'm drinking something sweet. I used to drink super bitter coffee with Yumiko and the others!"

Yui rubbed her nose, trying to appear calm, and said smugly, but the guilty conscience in her words was all too obvious.

However, Yui was telling the truth. She did drink an extremely bitter coffee with Yumiko and the others once, but after taking a sip, she just grabbed the sugar packet on the table and added a lot of sugar.

This isn't about drinking alcohol; don't brag about how much alcohol you can handle...

Faced with Yui's inexplicable boasting, Su Qing simply smiled and said nothing more, then turned to look at Yukino.

"I'll have a cappuccino," Yukino said softly, handing the menu back to Su Qing.

Su Qing thought the other party would choose a more bitter type of coffee, such as Italian coffee, but she didn't expect the other party to choose this one.

After receiving the menu, Su Qing quickly saw the picture of the cappuccino that Yukino had chosen because Yukino hadn't closed it. It was an ordinary cappuccino, and the only thing that caught Su Qing's eye was the layer of "panda" cream on top.

After Su Qing had chosen her coffee, she was about to wave for the waiter to come over when Yui, as if she had seen something, quickly stopped her, saying, "Wait!"

"What's wrong?" Su Qing looked at Yui with a puzzled expression.

"I... I'd like to order something else..." Yui said somewhat shyly.

"What else would you like to order?" Su Qing handed the menu to Yui.

Yui took the menu, looked at it carefully, then pointed to a strawberry cake on it and said softly, "This one."

Su Qing nodded in agreement. However, Yui seemed to still have some concerns, adding softly, "But this is a bit big, I might not be able to finish it..."

Hearing this, Su Qing smiled, turned to look at Yukino, and asked, "How about the three of us eat together?"

Yukino nodded slightly, clearly also interested in the strawberry cake. So, Su Qing waved again, signaling the waiter to come and take their order.

Yui's face immediately lit up with a joyful smile, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.

I don't know if she was happy because she could taste the delicious cake, or because she could share it with everyone.

While waiting for their coffee and cake, Su Qing and the other two began discussing today's commission.

Yui raised her hand and asked:

"How did Xiaoqing know that Wangyue Liu was in the orphanage?"

"That's just a guess. After all, if someone disappears without saying a word, they usually find a relatively quiet place where they feel safe."

"I see." Yui nodded thoughtfully.

"Then...why an orphanage? According to Mochizuki Rika, they left the orphanage a long time ago, and my online research shows that the orphanage has been abandoned for many years."

Yukino still had some things she couldn't understand.

“Memories, though black and white and powerless, are irreplaceable.” Su Qing didn’t explain directly, but instead spoke in riddles.

"Irreplaceable...? Isn't that terrifying?" Yukino asked in return after hearing Su Qing's words.

"Huh? Why would it be scary? I think things that are irreplaceable are romantic, just like Xiaoqing and Xiaoxue are my irreplaceable friends!"

In Yui's heart, Su Qing and Yukino hold such an irreplaceable position.

Are Su Qing and Xue Nai frightening to her? The answer is no, quite the opposite.

"Isn't something that can be replaced even more terrifying?"

"For an individual, only when value is unique and irreplaceable by others can an individual truly have the foundation for a secure life."

"Anything that can be replaced at will, like a part in a factory, is nothing more than a boundless duckweed."

Su Qing only touched on Yukino's question briefly and did not delve any further into it.

After all, if we keep talking, Yui's computer will crash...

I'm so sad. Even at a time like this, Su Qing is thinking about Yui.

Afterwards, the three chatted about other topics, such as where Hachiman and Ayaka were having tea. Su Qing even tagged Hachiman in the group chat, and three minutes later, Ayaka sent a picture of herself and Hachiman.

"Looks like they're having a good time." Su Qing smiled, then showed the photos to Yui and Yukino.

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Chapter 153 The Blooming Lilies

PS: One more chapter, I'll stop here.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

"It seems that Hachiman's terrible personality has been corrected quite well recently."

That way, I shouldn't have to worry too much about his request.

Yukino took Su Qing's phone and, after "admiring" the headshots of Hikigaya and Ayaka, couldn't help but sigh.

"Eh, Hachiman? What kind of request does he have? I don't know anything about it."

Yui, who was standing to the side, was unaware that Hiratsuka-sensei had asked Yukino to correct Hikigaya's terrible personality because she had joined later.

"Strictly speaking, it was Hiratsuka-sensei's request. He joined the Service Club in the first place to correct..."

Hearing Yui's question, Su Qing told her about Hachiman and his first day in the Service Club. After listening, Yui suddenly understood.

"Oh, I thought you guys were hiding something from me!" Yui scratched the back of her head and chuckled sheepishly.

Su Qing couldn't help but glance at Yui a few more times.

Although it was clearly a joke, even if it was a joke, it would be something that Yui, who used to only be able to read the room, would never say so casually...

"With your intelligence, Yui, who could possibly fool you?" Su Qing couldn't help but tease.

"Xiaoqing, don't think I don't know you're actually saying I'm stupid!" Yui pouted, slightly dissatisfied.

"Yukino, you be the judge." Su Qing passed the buck to Yukino again, but he forgot that Yui and Yukino were now so close that they were wearing the same pants...skirt.

"I also think you weren't really praising her for being smart."

Yukino first covered her mouth and chuckled, then, feeling Yui's pitiful and helpless gaze, she quickly regained her composure.

As Yui's "mother hen," Yukino naturally had to stand on Yui's side.

"Xiaoqing, look! Even Yukino says so!" With Yukino's support, Yui was full of confidence and questioned Su Qing with bared teeth and claws.

"Hmm... Putting Yukino aside, am I not telling the truth?"

Faced with Yui's questioning, Su Qing did not seem anxious, but simply responded calmly.

"I...I...it seems like it really is true..."

No, Su Qing is the top student from all three schools!

Even Yukino, who is sitting next to her now, is only second in the three schools, still a long way from Su Qing!

Furthermore, Su Qing's excellence is not limited to academics; she excels in sports as well...

Simply put, (myself + Yukino) < Su Qing

Of course, Yui first defines herself as a positive number.

In her mind, no matter how bad she was, she should at least be 0.5!

Thus, Yui was rendered speechless and could only hang her head and helplessly admit the truth.

"It's okay, you have many good points too."

Yukino couldn't bear it, so she gently stroked Yui's pink cheek twice and whispered words of comfort.

"Like what?" Yui turned her head to the side, blinking her watery eyes.

"Hmm... For example, your cookies are pretty good?"

Yukino really isn't good at praising people; to be precise, she's never praised anyone at all!

This led Yukino to immediately recall the scene of her first meeting with Yui in a moment of desperation—a connection forged from pieces of charcoal...

"Really? I think so too! Come to think of it, it feels like it's been a long time since I've made cookies for you guys."

"It's decided! Starting tomorrow, I'll bring cookies for everyone as a snack!"

Yui raised her hand, excitedly offering her opinion to the two of them.

"Then Yukinoshita-san must eat more." Su Qing laughed, seeing Yukinoshita frozen in place, not wanting to miss out on the fun.

“Things are different now! The cookies I make now aren’t charcoal anymore!” Yukino didn’t reply immediately, but Yui jumped up and retorted to Su Qing triumphantly.

[Hmph, silly Qing, I was actually lying to you!]

Even I know that "fortune changes every thirty years!"

I've been practicing my skills at home a lot lately, and I've even used all my allowance to buy raw materials!

My baking skills now will absolutely amaze you!

Just you wait, you idiot Qing!

Because the island was returned to the mainland, the latter's "Tomato" series of light novel culture severely impacted Japanese short video apps.

In addition, because Su Qing is from mainland China, Yui deliberately searched for "what mainlanders are browsing", and became more and more addicted to it, which led to Yui's unusually rich inner thoughts at this time.

In conclusion: Short videos are extremely harmful!

"Really? Have you been secretly practicing at home lately?" Yui looked confident. Based on Su Qing's understanding of her and recalling her performance at the sports festival, he immediately grasped her little scheme.

"W-How did you know?!" Yui exclaimed in surprise, her mouth agape.

Mind reading! Xiao Qing is cheating!

“That…Xiaoxue…”

Yukino hadn't spoken or made any sound for a while. Yui wanted to see what she was doing, but as soon as she turned her head, she felt a restless little hand on the pink blob on her head.

"Ah, sorry..." Yukino, like a child caught doing something wrong by her parents, hurriedly withdrew her small hand.

She lowered her head slightly, her cheeks flushed, her eyes darting around, and her hands were twisted together with nervousness.

"Because, because I think yours is really cute... so I'm a little curious..."