Zongman, Rebirth of the Heaven-Defying Kirito

Eugeo, completely oblivious to Asuna's subtle movements behind her, greeted her with a smile: "I really didn't expect to run into Yuuki-kun here, what a coincidence!"

He was wearing a light blue hooded sweatshirt and carrying a shopping bag with an anime character printed on it, looking very casual.

"Yes, yes, what a coincidence..." Asuna's smile became even more forced, and she could only bite the bullet and change the subject: "Speaking of which, what brings Eugeo here? Are you here to buy something?"

“Yes, I’ve been queuing since this morning just to buy this.” Eugeo made no attempt to hide his feelings, holding up the shopping bag in front of Asuna.

Have you been queuing since this morning?

What is so important?

With a sense of doubt, Asuna's gaze fell on the shopping bag.

Through the transparent plastic bag, you can clearly see that it contains a game cartridge.

My childhood friend/idol actually had a crush on me since we were little?!

Asuna's lips twitched; she really didn't know how to comment on the game's name and setting, so she could only chuckle awkwardly, "Look, it seems quite interesting..."

“Right? As expected, we’re kindred spirits.” Eugeo said enthusiastically, completely oblivious to Asuna’s unease.

Then he changed the subject, glancing behind Asuna: "By the way, is Yuuki-kun shopping with his friends behind him?"

For a split second, Asuna even missed a breath.

Kirito, who was hiding behind her, was so frightened that her heart almost jumped out of her chest, and she gripped Asuna's shirt even tighter.

The force seemed to be reminding her: Think of a solution quickly!

Asuna, quick-witted as ever, forced a natural smile: "Yes, yes, we were just shopping, ahaha..."

Eugeo, however, rested his chin on his hand and asked in confusion, "But the figure seems very familiar. Haven't I met your friend somewhere before?"

Although she couldn't see the other person's face, she could catch a glimpse of their long black hair from Asuna's side.

It was these subtle details that made Eugeo feel increasingly familiar with the place.

With a skeptical mindset, he decided to go forward and take a look.

As Asuna watched Eugeo approach step by step, her mind raced.

Although she always uses Kiriko's secrets as leverage, it doesn't mean Asuna really intends to tell others.

Most importantly, if others find out, how will I continue to blackmail them in the future?

I will protect Kiriko's secret... no matter what means I have to use!

As Eugeo drew closer, Asuna's choice was... she turned around and hugged Kirito behind her!

Asuna held Kiriko's upper body tightly in her arms, the faint fragrance of Kiriko's hair lingering in her nostrils, and she could even feel the other's body trembling slightly.

"Sorry, Eugeo." Asuna forced a calm smile, "My girlfriend is a little shy and doesn't like meeting people."

"Girlfriend?!" Eugeo's eyes widened instantly, as if a pause button had been pressed, his eyes filled with shock.

Asuna insisted, "That's right, she's my girlfriend!"

Kiriko, who was in his arms, was completely stunned, her mind blank.

Girlfriend?!

A wave of shame and confusion washed over me, and I felt my cheeks burning hot enough to fry an egg.

However, Kiriko quickly calmed down.

Although there was a reason for it, Eugeo would never believe such a clumsy excuse, would he?

Unexpectedly, Eugeo paused for a few seconds, then nodded in agreement: "So it's your girlfriend, I understand."

Kiriko's inner thoughts: So that's it?!

Then Eugeo rested his chin on his hand, looking puzzled: "But as far as I know, doesn't Yuuki already have Kirito as her boyfriend?"

In a moment of desperation, Asuna blurted out, "That's true, but doesn't Eugeo think that boyfriends and girlfriends aren't mutually exclusive?"

Kiriko, nestled in his arms, was inwardly wailing: Why don't you listen to what you're saying?

This doesn't even qualify as an explanation; it's more like saying whatever comes to mind in a dream.

But to everyone's surprise, Eugeo frowned and began to think seriously, muttering to himself, "...That makes sense, I think I understand!"

Kiriko's inner thoughts: How did you come to this understanding again?!

I really don't know how he works on his logic.

Eugeo then said with a guilty expression, "Then I won't bother you any longer. Have fun!"

After saying that, Eugeo waved to the two of them and then turned and left.

Asuna only let go of Eugeo's arm and let out a long sigh of relief after Eugeo's figure had completely disappeared around the street corner.

Kiriko also stepped out of her embrace, her face still flushed, her eyes filled with the relief of surviving a disaster.

Yes, it's very cute.

Asuna looked at Kirito like this and suddenly remembered her 'girlfriend declaration' from earlier, and a feeling of embarrassment instantly welled up in her heart.

She scratched her head: "Um, about what I just mentioned..."

To her surprise, Kiriko simply shook her head gently, her tone soft: "The situation was urgent just now, and Asuna was only trying to help me. I can understand."

Upon hearing this, Asuna felt as if her heart had been gently struck by something.

Looking at Kiriko's serious eyes, I suddenly realized that having an understanding 'girlfriend' is surprisingly nice.

The date continues today.

......

7 p.m.

A soft click came from the door lock, followed by Kiriko's voice: "I'm home~"

The resistance she felt when leaving home that morning was gone, replaced by an undisguised joy, clearly indicating that her date today had put her in a good mood.

Suguha, who was eating snacks in the living room, heard the voice and quickly turned around: "Welcome back..."

Before she could finish speaking, she froze, not even noticing the potato chips falling onto the coffee table.

My older sister, standing at the door, looked completely different from when she left home this morning.

She was wearing a pure white dress, and her long, black hair was draped smoothly over her shoulders.

A gentle smile graced her face, like a spring breeze caressing a lake, so tender it was captivating.

Is this... is this still the same Onii-chan who went out this morning all bundled up and looking utterly hopeless?!

Suguha screamed wildly in her heart.

Seeing that Suguha was staring at her without saying a word, just with her mouth open, Kiriko tilted her head in confusion: "What's wrong? Suguha, is there something on my face?"

Suguha snapped out of her daze and quickly shook her head, her gaze still lingering on Kiriko: "N-nothing! It's just that Onee-chan's clothes..."

Kiriko's smile widened: "Asuna chose it, is it suitable?"

“Perfectly suited!” Suguha nodded repeatedly, her eyes sparkling.

She secretly marveled to herself: Asuna is amazing!

In just one day, she transformed that brother who was obsessed with black coats into such a gentle sister.

As expected of Onee-chan's girlfriend, she's terrifying!

What she didn't expect was that while Kirito was out shopping, she was constantly tormented by the breeze lifting her skirt and the stares of passersby.

Only when she returned home and faced the familiar Xiao Zhi did she finally relax and reveal her true feelings.