Ugh, wasn't the Awakening System supposed to make me the main character?

The scene before me gave me a sense of familiarity, as if I had had a similar experience before.

This makes me wonder why I feel this way?

Perhaps it's the same feeling as when you've done something wrong and been forgiven.

I didn't think much about it.

He stood up, filled a bowl with rice, and then sat back down in his seat.

Before I could even pick up any food, Xu Liya had already placed a large piece of meat into my bowl.

Having just caused trouble, I was worried about losing Xu Liya's favor. Now, seeing her so proactively serving me food, I couldn't help but feel flattered.

"Ah? Thank you!"

"Eat more, make sure you're full, don't be shy."

After saying that, Xu Liya put a lot more food into my bowl.

This made me think that Xu Liya is actually a very nice person.

Thinking back to when I first came here, because my damn father went bankrupt, I had to work at Ning Xueyang's school. I needed to find a place to rent nearby so I could have a place to stay, which is why I found this run-down neighborhood, thinking that the rent here would be relatively low.

However, with the little money I had at the time, I couldn't even afford the deposit. That's why I searched all over the neighborhood for rental apartments, but no landlord was willing to let me move in while I owed the deposit and the first month's rent.

When I found Xu Liya, she didn't refuse me like other landlords. Instead, she agreed without much thought and said that if I was short of money, I could pay the rent in advance, as she wasn't really in a bad position.

Moreover, they often took care of me after I checked in, bringing me fruit as before, and sometimes other food as well.

Although when I was with Gui Xiao, the silly little girl's father, before, the feeling I got from him made me suspect that he might be a lolicon.

But if she's only this nice to me because I'm a loli, then how do you explain that she treated me the same way before I was reborn?

I don't quite understand, but at least we can rule out the possibility that she's nice to me because she's a lolicon and I'm a loli, right?

What is it that makes her treat me so well, both before and after her rebirth?

Just as I was still thinking, Xu Liya got up again, took out a large bottle of chilled soda from the refrigerator, and asked me.

Would you like some drinks?

Seeing Xu Liya's enthusiasm and initiative, I didn't think much of it and accepted her kindness.

But when I saw the soda in her hand, I was stunned.

There's no other reason than that it's a soda that only exists in my memory. I loved drinking it when I was little, but my family rarely bought it for me back then because of financial constraints.

Even after I became rich, I never saw this soda in supermarkets again. I thought it had been discontinued.

Seeing that soda in Xu Liya's hands with its familiar childhood packaging, I felt both surprised and delighted, so I asked her out of curiosity.

"How come I can still see this soda? I thought it had been discontinued."

"Oh? This?"

Xu Liya glanced at the soda in her hand, then looked at me and explained with a smile.

"I heard that the manufacturers of this soda in our province have all gone out of business, but you can still buy it online from manufacturers in other places. Here, let me pour you some."

After saying that, Xu Liya unscrewed the bottle, picked up the cup next to her, and began to pour the contents into it.

I continued on the previous topic, saying, "Oh, I see. I'll go online and check it out when I get back. My parents were very poor when I was little, and we rarely had the chance to drink this. It was my favorite drink when I was a kid!"

As soon as I finished speaking, Xu Liya seemed to be stimulated by something, her body trembled slightly, and she spilled some of her drink.

However, she quickly regained her senses and managed not to spill any more.

Seeing this, I asked with concern.

"What's wrong? Why did your body suddenly tremble just now?"

"No, it's nothing, don't worry about it."

As Xu Liya spoke, she handed me the drink that had been poured into a glass, and then wiped the spilled drink off the table.

I took the drink, and thinking back to Xu Liya just now, I felt something was off...

194. Afternoon nap time

The pleasant lunch time came to a quick end. Xu Liya's cooking suited my taste perfectly, so I ate my fill.

After finishing my meal, I felt a wave of drowsiness wash over me. I wanted to leave so I could go back and take a nap, but when I thought about the headache-inducing task the system had given me, I had no choice but to stay.

Damn system, giving me such a difficult task.

Just as I was cursing the system in my mind, the system's voice rang out in my mind.

"Host, when you're dealing with girls, sometimes being a little bolder and more proactive might lead to unexpected results."

"Okay, I get it!"

Hearing the system's voice, I became somewhat impatient, and my attitude towards the culprit who caused all this was anything but friendly.

"Then good luck, host. To be honest, I would rather you become allergic to clothes and end up doing everything naked."

"Hmph! It's impossible for it to turn out like that!"

If things really turn out that way, even if I hide at home, those bad guys will eventually come knocking on my door, especially if they see me naked. Nothing good will happen to them.

Thinking of this, I told myself that I must find a way to kiss Xu Liya.

Having given up on the idea of ​​going home, I sat down at the table where I had just eaten.

At that moment, Xu Liya was washing dishes in the kitchen. I was sitting in the dining room when I heard the sound of water coming from inside, so I couldn't help but look up.

I saw Xu Liya standing in front of the sink, carefully washing the bowls. I could feel the girl's graceful figure even through her clothes.

Xu Liya had her hair tied in a high ponytail, and with her wearing an apron, the way she skillfully washed the dishes, and her slightly slender figure, she gave off a capable and reliable feeling, which was completely the opposite of me, who had just overturned the basin.

Seemingly noticing my gaze, Xu Liya glanced at me sideways, then a slight smile appeared on her face.

The afternoon sunlight streamed through the window, making Xu Liya's smile appear bright and dazzling.

"What's wrong? Are you still thinking about what just happened? You're staring at me with a preoccupied look on your face."

Seeing Xu Liya's expression, I seemed even more certain that her affection for me hadn't diminished because I had just spilled the water basin.

So, if she asks you this, wouldn't it be better to just tell her the truth?

So I spoke.

"I'm still a little embarrassed, after all, it's my first time helping out and I've caused such a lot of trouble."

"Oh, is that so? It's alright. Everyone makes mistakes sometimes. Just be more careful next time."

Xu Liya comforted him with a smile while washing the dishes.

Hearing this, I felt a surge of emotion once again, and my feelings towards Xu Liya improved considerably. Not only did she not look down on me, but she also encouraged and comforted me.

Seeing that I didn't speak, Xu Liya thoughtfully changed the subject, "By the way, since you're so unfamiliar with me, you probably don't cook when you live alone, right?"

Although I really wanted to argue, I nodded helplessly.

Not only just now, but even when I brought Xiaoyueran home before, it took me a long time to cook for Xiaoyueran and Guiyue, just a few simple home-style dishes.

While it's not that she's completely clueless, things like preparing ingredients take her much longer than Guiyue.

Seeing that I nodded, Xu Liya then asked another question.

"How about you eat here after you return home? It's just simple food, but it should be better than you eating alone, right?"

I was tempted when I heard Xu Liya's invitation.

She was right. When Guiyue wasn't around, I was alone in my rented apartment and usually cooked instant noodles for myself. I was too lazy to even cook noodles on the induction cooker that Guiyue bought, unless I had extra money or was forcibly taken out by those bad women to eat out.

I wanted to agree, but then I thought that it would be a lot of trouble for Xu Liya, and I would feel embarrassed to keep eating and drinking at someone else's house.

But if I refuse such a warm offer here, I still have a mission that requires me to kiss her. If I refuse here, it will definitely be more difficult to kiss Xu Liya later.

"Well……"

I looked up, pouted, and couldn't make up my mind for a moment.

Xu Liya seemed to sense my predicament and offered further words of comfort.

"Don't worry about it. It's just buying more groceries and having an extra pair of chopsticks. Eating alone is quite boring for me. It would be much happier if Guiye were here with me. Okay?"

Hmm, asking me if I'm okay... it's like you're the one asking me for trouble...

Although I knew she was saying that on purpose, I have to say that Xu Liya is really good at talking. That way, I wouldn't feel so guilty if I agreed to her request.

And most importantly, I have another task: I need to find a way to get closer to Xu Liya.

"Okay then, please."

I agreed, and I also thought of a way to make myself feel better: I would include the cost of food in the rent each month.

Even though they are a very kind family, you can't just eat their food for free.

After washing the dishes, Xu Liya tidied them up and then lazily stretched.

"Ah~ I'm full, and so sleepy. I'd like to take a nap. Want to come along? My bed is pretty big."

"Eh?!!!"

When I heard Xu Liya's invitation, my mouth dropped open in surprise.