Looking at Ryan, who looked like a physicist, Elysia blinked.
This isn't right… Wait, haven't you updated in half a month? No, no, I have to hold back.
She was holding a secret in her hands, a secret that was enough to make Ryan die. For example, in the previous chapter, she read it and wriggled around in her bed, her face red, wishing she could send a text message over to Ryan, telling him not to be so Pervert.
She remembered that Mobius was also watching, and her expression must have been quite entertaining. Elysia fair face flushed slightly, because Miss Pink Agent had quickly infiltrated the Fifth Research Institute, where she found a folder named "Biology Courseware" on the computer in the lounge.
It was new and really eye-opening.
"What's wrong, Elysia?" Ryan asked, seeing Elysia's face change like a Sichuan opera performer. He was left completely confused.
"Cough, cough, I just thought of something interesting. By the way, hasn't Mobius contacted you these past few days?"
"I just got a call from her."
"What did she say?"
"As usual, he was being mean, but I fought back. What's with this disappointed look?"
"I see." Elysia really was a bit disappointed. She thought to herself that Mobius was all soft inside but tough on the outside. Her eyes flicked, "But you discussed that novel with me before, back in Changkong City. How's that going? Still writing it?"
Why is she still talking about this? Ryan immediately became alert, then looked at Elysia's curious face and relaxed a bit, casually waving his hand.
"I stopped writing after the ocean incident. Now I'm busy saving the world. I don't have time for that stuff. If it's over, then it's over. No big deal."
Elysia was a bit uncomfortable, wanting to urge Ryan to continue, but she didn't want to expose the secret just yet—at least not now. If she did, Ryan would be mortified and probably lose all his courage. That wouldn't be good. She still wanted to see the ending.
The TV was playing the news, and Ryan turned his attention to the beautiful host, contemplating how to avoid this topic. Lately, due to the physical setbacks from the audits, he had become more uninhibited.
He wasn't just being overly dramatic; he was also getting a bit lewd, wanting every chapter to be a little sultry, writing all the things that had been censored before, almost as if venting his frustrations.
He couldn't let Elysia, with her big mouth, find out. Otherwise, where would he put his old face?
At that moment, Sakura, who had been idle, suddenly lifted her head.
"Wait a minute, Ryan. Didn't you update while you were in Lion City?"
Sakura casually interjected, and Ryan immediately shot her a sharp look. She instantly realized her mistake.
She lowered her head quickly, but Elysia had already heard it. With a sly grin, she leaned closer to the edge of the bed, resting her chin on her hand, clearly waiting for Ryan to explain.
Ryan, sitting on the bed, looked over, admiring the view. The neckline of the light blue dress was almost bursting from the two plump little balls, but unfortunately, he had no time to appreciate it now.
Staying calm was his specialty, so he put on his cold, researcher expression.
"I was writing a thesis. Sakura must have misheard me, right?"
"Well, yes, it was a thesis on art, and I even modeled for it."
Tsk, she actually helped cover for him. Well, now saying it wouldn't be interesting anymore. Ryan definitely hadn't socially died yet.
Elysia tilted her head, acting like she understood, but this only made Ryan uneasy. He had already prepared several explanations for the situation, but none of them had been used, which made him feel quite uncomfortable.
She let me go this easily? I clearly left a loophole, and given her personality, she should've pressed on. Could it be that...
"Look, such a beautiful girl♪"
An excited voice interrupted Ryan thoughts. He instinctively turned his head and saw a graceful and beautiful figure appear on the TV screen.
She had wine-red long hair, golden eyes, and a black and gold-trimmed dress that perfectly outlined her figure. The jewel at her chest shimmered, adding a touch of opulence while still avoiding being overly tacky. As someone from a noble background, Ryan had excellent taste, and he could tell at a glance that her earrings and necklace were priceless. However, such extravagant attire was hard to pull off—it could easily appear as if a nouveau riche person were flaunting their wealth.
But this girl was different. She carried the elegance that made the jewels seem made just for her.
It was Eden, the little rich girl from Flame-Chasers.
Ryan glanced at the news headline, which read, "World Star to Hold Concert in London." He immediately knew that this was the idea of the Blaze Council, designed to stabilize the public.
"Hmph, these old foxes really know how to use Eden's fame to draw people back, making the chaotic situation of mass escape disappear." Ryan nodded approvingly. In fact, Britain was the safest now, but the public was blindly living in fear, still trapped in the terror of the past.
With the arrival of the world's most famous star, they could make good use of the power of fans and the fan club.
However, Elysia seemed to be more of a middle-aged uncle type.
He saw the fairy-like Elysia staring at the screen without blinking, even licking her lips lightly. That expression was something usually seen on the faces of otaku. He then glanced at Sakura, who was doing nothing.
Ugh, what a shameless woman.
"Ryan, I've made up my mind," Elysia declared.
"What?"
"I'm going to the concert! I missed it when I was in China, but this time I'm definitely going!"
Elysia clenched her little fist, looking determined.
"Well, you can go. Just remember to take a few pictures for me. Wait, what's with that look...?"
"Mm, I'm bringing you guys with me!" Elysia somehow pulled out three concert tickets from nowhere, holding them in her hand and waving them lightly. "Ta-da! I got really lucky in the Fire Moth's lottery yesterday, and I won three concert tickets. It must be fate! We can't refuse."
She looked like she was in a fairy tale, her face filled with happy anticipation, making Ryan frown.
"Did you stick around just to wait for this opportunity?"
"No, I just thought of it when I saw the TV. I'm not like you and Mobius, who are sly like foxes. Sakura ears really should grow on your head," Elysia muttered, making Ryan laugh helplessly as he glanced at Sakura ears.
It's true, Elysia's IQ was in a Schrödinger-like state. She was very smart, but didn't like using tricks.
So, should he go or not?
He noticed the headphones around Sakura neck. After a brief pause, he immediately felt a soft sensation.
Elysia grabbed Ryan hand, her eyes sparkling with excitement. How could anyone have the courage to refuse her?
"Ah, well... fine."
"Yay! So the Eden concert mission starts tomorrow at noon♪" Elysia jumped up quickly, spinning around gracefully.
"See you tomorrow at noon! Don't forget to dress up!"
"Wait..."
Before Ryan could finish, the pink fairy had already dashed out of the room. He stood there for a while with his hand still raised, helplessly looking at Sakura.
"How do I feel like I've been tricked again? This must have been planned in advance."
"Miss Elysia is truly an interesting person. She's so unpredictable," Sakura said gently, handing him a cup of tea and sitting on the stool, pondering. "But having her around really makes people happy. It's like being infected. Sometimes, I feel like she has some kind of magic."
This was exactly the point. Looking at the chaotic scene, anyone's mood would be sour, but once Elysia intervened, all the annoying things seemed to disappear, just as Sakura had said.
Elysia had a kind of magic, the power to dispel any despair. Ryan couldn't help but smile, explaining seriously, "So her role isn't just on the battlefield. Some things I can do, but others I can't. In a sense, she's humanity's last psychological defense."
"What if she's not around?" Sakura blurted out, immediately feeling like she had said the wrong thing and lowered her head to peel an orange.
But that question stumped Ryan. He thought deeply for a long time, then half-jokingly revealed a sinister smile, showing his sharp white teeth.
"Maybe... I'd would go crazy too."