...What did you say?
Thankfully, only Stand users could hear a Stand. Old Luo, driving, didn't notice Killer Queen speaking; he just saw Yu Yachen looking around.
"Hello, Yu Yachen. I am Killer Queen," the Stand repeated.
It seemed the [Arrow]'s evolution hadn't just broken its "close-range" limitation; it had given it sentience.
You... you can talk now?
"Yes. I can now give you advice when you're trying to pick up girls."
...It's just like the system.
Do you have any special abilities?
"Special abilities? Yes. I have awakened the [Third Bomb]."
Killer Queen looked at her, its face blank.
The Third Bomb?
"Yes."
Killer Queen raised its hand and gently pressed a finger to Yu Yachen's neck.
She felt a slight tickle. She looked in the rearview mirror. Where Killer Queen had touched, a strange, intricate black mark had appeared, like a brand.
Killer Queen leaned in close, speaking in her own voice.
"This is Killer Queen's [Third Bomb]."
"We are invincible now."
After killing Polpo, Yu Yachen had Old Luo drive her back to her neighborhood. She made sure to create a time gap, avoiding surveillance cameras. The police would have no evidence; they would just suspect the "new recruit."
Since Ch'en's two subordinates were still watching her, Yu Yachen used [Sticky Fingers] to zip through the walls back to her apartment, stepping right into her bedroom.
"..."
She frowned, looking at the dirt her shoes had left on the spotless floor. I'll have to clean that. The hallway outside her apartment was too exposed; this was the only way in.
She went to the living room. A Sankta woman was lying on the sofa, bored, scrolling through her phone, her black-stockinged legs swinging. She finally noticed Yu Yachen emerging from the bedroom.
"Eh? Miss Yu? You're back... wait, why are you coming from the bedroom?!"
Exusiai yelped, nearly dropping her phone. She did a "carp-jump" (a flip) off the sofa.
"Shh. Originium Arts."
Yu Yachen winked, made a "shushing" gesture, and went to the entryway to change her shoes.
"How are those two?"
"All normal! Their car is parked downstairs. They occasionally go to the opposite rooftop with binoculars, but they've never seen you leave."
Exusiai sat cross-legged on the sofa and gave a sharp, goofy salute.
"Good job, Exusiai."
Yu Yachen looked at the clock. It was almost noon. The white-haired woman sat down next to her.
At the same time, she subtly sniffed the air. A faint, fresh scent. To be honest, she had been a little surprised to see Exusiai bouncing on her sofa.
If Exusiai had smelled bad and dared to put her feet on the sofa, she would have had to be punished.
But Exusiai was clean and fresh, even better than she expected. She must have showered yesterday. Her clothes were neat. Her black-stockinged legs... no grime.
Exusiai noticed her inspection and grinned. "Don't worry! I'm very hygienic. I know you're a clean-freak, Miss Yu!"
"Mhm." Yu Yachen nodded, satisfied. "It's almost lunch. Want to stay and eat?"
"Aiyah, I couldn't... it was just a small favor. I didn't have anything else to do this morning."
Exusiai scratched her cheek, embarrassed.
"It's fine. I still need you and Texas for the 'Officer Ch'en' matter."
Yu Yachen rested her cheek on her hand.
"I DO!"
Hearing Exusiai's instant reply, Yu Yachen smiled.
"Besides... if you have any other requests, feel free to ask."
"R-Really?!"
Hearing she could ask the beautiful woman for anything, Exusiai paused. She looked down, poking her index fingers together.
"Of course."
"Then... I want omurice! And... I want Miss Yu to feed me!"
"No problem. I'll make it for you."
Yu Yachen smiled gently.
"Yay!"
"Here, open up."
"Ah... nom~"
"Is it good?"
"It's delicious!"
Exusiai cupped her bliss-filled face. On the table were two plates of omurice. Hers was already missing a spoonful. The sweet and sour ketchup and the rich egg flavor exploded in her mouth, making her halo shine.
This is bliss... Am I in heaven?
"There's soup, too. Don't choke."
"Mhm, mhm! Miss Yu..."
Exusiai suddenly opened her eyes, looking at her pitifully.
"What is it?"
"I want more!"
Yu Yachen looked at the child who could be satisfied with one plate of omurice, and smiled helplessly. She picked up Exusiai's spoon, scooped up another bite, and held it to her mouth.
"Open up."
"Ah... nom!"
"So... nom... delicious."
Exusiai closed her eyes in contentment, her muffled voice filling the room.
"What do you want to eat next time? I still have to work, but we can go out at night."
"I want Apple Pie!" Exusiai answered without thinking.
"Eh? Why is it always apple pie?"
Yu Yachen rested her chin on her hand, watching the satisfied Exusiai with amusement.
I heard all Sankta love sweets. Speaking of which... the [Bug Arrow] I want is also with the Sankta.
After I deal with Diavolo, I might take a trip to Laterano.
But for now... I'll satisfy this little glutton's wish.
Yu Yachen smiled and scooped up another spoonful of omurice.
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