"Really." Ai let go of the mouse, placed her hand on the hand that Kou was holding, and said softly.

"Just the fact that you saved my sister is enough."

“That’s true.” Guangyou smiled and agreed. He added, “One day, I will make Mingmei walk in the sunlight with her true face.”

He rescued Mingmei, but as long as those people exist, the hidden danger will remain.

Only by completely eliminating that group can Mingmei be considered truly safe.

At that time, Mingmei will be able to go out without pretense and walk in the sunlight with her true self.

"I believe that day will come." Ai's words were full of trust in Kousuke.

He will try his best to do whatever he promises.

She believed in him.

"As for the permanent antidote..." Kōyū held Ai's hand in his own and said softly, "Just do your best."

"But remember, your health is important, so make sure you get some rest."

"I know you've said it several times already," Ai replied deliberately in a disdainful tone, but deep down she really liked this "nagging."

"But I still want to say it again." Guangyou was like an old mother worried that her child would not listen to advice and would sneak snacks, repeating it over and over again.

"Take care and get some rest, or I'll feel bad for you."

"I know, I'll be careful, don't worry." Ai squeezed Kousuke's hand, smiling with a hint of disdain.

"You're so long-winded."

"It's fine if you're long-winded, just remember it." Kōyū understood Ai's thoughts, so he didn't mind that Ai thought he was long-winded.

"Yes, I'll be careful," Ai nodded in response.

"That's good." After hearing this, Kōyū turned his head, lightly kissed Ai's cheek, and said with a smile, "This is your reward."

"Who cares about your reward?" Ai said, feeling the sensation on her face. "Besides, you didn't apply for it."

"Rewards aren't about what you want, but what I have," Guangyou said with a slight smile. "As for applications..."

"I'm applying now."

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