People are unpredictable; someone might harbor designs on Nishijou Kelian and the others.

After all, it's quite normal for exorcists to be interested in good spirits like them that can help with exorcisms.

It would be better to wait until he had a clearer picture of those 'colleagues' before making plans.

Having settled Nishijou Kelian and the Shinra Bell, Beichuan Si looked up at the clock.

It was one o'clock in the afternoon, not exactly a good time for a hospital visit, but Beichuan Si decided to go to Nakajima Michika's room first.

There was still the appointment with Gangye Yoshiko to consider after all.

He took a quick shower, changed into a casual outfit, and headed toward the train station.

After half an hour on the train and a five- to six-minute walk, Beichuan Si finally arrived in front of Nakajima Michika's hospital room.

Standing in front of the room, Beichuan Si unconsciously glanced at the corridors on both sides.

There were footprints up and down the corridors, not very clear but noticeable enough. In a place like a hospital, which required constant cleanliness, such obvious footprints could be considered negligence on someone's part.

Beichuan Si shook his head.

This was probably because Nakajima Michika's room information had been leaked.

After all, Nakajima Michika was a national idol...

It was only natural for the hospital to be a bit disheveled because of the gawking fans and journalists.

With this in mind, Beichuan Si reached out and pushed open the door of the hospital room.

As he opened the door, a voice sounded from inside.

However, the tone of this voice was very unfriendly, and there was a faint sense of anger:

"I've said that Michika is taking a nap and is not accepting any interviews... Oh..."

Qianye Yuki, who was speaking, opened her mouth slightly and let out a soft 'oh,' then, as if finally realizing, bowed to Beichuan Si in apology:

"I'm terribly sorry, Senior Beichuan, I didn't realize it was you..."

"Don't worry about it."

Said Beichuan Si as he glanced at Nakajima Michika.

At that moment, Nakajima Michika was lying with her eyes closed, her body relaxing rhythmically, clearly deep in sleep.

Just as Qianye Yuki had said, she was taking her midday nap.

Seeing this, Beichuan Si also thoughtfully lowered his voice: "How is Michika's condition?"

"Uh..." Qianye Yuki hesitated for a moment and pulled up a backless stool for Beichuan Si to sit on, "How should I put it... Her morale is actually good, she's always cheerful. As long as she keeps up this pace, there shouldn't be a problem."

"Is that so?" Beichuan Si contemplated as he glanced at the sleeping Nakajima Michika.

"Yes, after Michika met you, Senior Beichuan... she has changed a lot. All the courage she has now was given by you, Senior Beichuan... and your sister..."

Qianye Yuki took a deep breath.

She was very grateful to Beichuan Si.

Truly grateful.

There was a time when she saw Nakajima Michika so downcast, to be honest, Qianye Yuki didn't know what to do.

Originally, when she sent Nakajima Michika to the Beichuan Family, deep down, she did it out of desperation.

"Michika has made such a big change, it's really thanks to you, Senior Beichuan! Although it sounds a bit precarious to say, I have some connections in various major art colleges in Japan, so even if Hui Li's grades in the future are not ideal, I should also be able to..."

Qianye Yuki stopped talking at this point.

Because Beichuan Si had already waved his hand, indicating she didn't need to continue.

"Saying these things is of no use. The only one who needs to get through this is Michika... we just need to watch her from the side."

"What you're telling me now is actually to express your confidence that Nakajima Michika will get through this... but in reality... it's also a sign of weakness."

Yes.

If Qianye Yuki truly had confidence in Nakajima Michika, she wouldn't be thanking him over and over again.

Because one thank you would have been enough.

The fact that she kept subconsciously expressing gratitude showed her own unease, hinting to herself through these words.

Beichuan Si's words rendered Qianye Yuki momentarily speechless.

But then—

"I truly believe that Michika can get through this," Beichuan Si's tone shifted.

He sat still and composed as if every word he spoke was persuasive.

"Just watch with ease, Nakajima Michika is actually not so fragile."

Beichuan Si concluded with a tranquil demeanor.

Hearing these words, Qianye Yuki's previously anxious and hasty expression gradually softened.

Just as Beichuan Si said, it was her insecurity, so she blurted those words subconsciously as soon as she saw him to shift her focus.

Little did she expect... even this small detail was completely seen through by Beichuan Si...

Qianye Yuki couldn't help but chuckle as she patted her own face.

This time she regained her usual composure and said in a soft, gentle voice, "I never expected... Senior Beichuan to be so comforting."

"I'm not comforting you. I'm simply stating the facts," Beichuan Si responded seriously.

After hearing what Beichuan Si had said, Qianye Yuki also showed a smile.

But she didn't keep harping on that topic, instead she stood up and said, "Let's leave it at that. Having someone like Senior Beichuan as a supporter, I'm sure Michika will easily get through this ordeal... Now, I have to go to the admissions department to handle some procedures, so I'll trouble Senior Beichuan to stay here and watch over Michika."

As she spoke, she shook her head and added, "These past few days, those media journalists have been staked out here; getting rid of them has been such a hassle."

Beichuan Si simply raised his eyebrows at her comment.

He made a decision in his heart.

If anyone dared to come in and disturb Nakajima Michika's rest... he would not hesitate to knock them out and throw them out.

After all, resting before the procedure is an important step.

For those who came to disturb his daughter... his friend, Beichuan Si had no intention of being reasonable.

Beichuan Si watched Qianye Yuki leave, then turned his head to look at Nakajima Michika on the hospital bed.

He just gazed at her.

Silently watched her.

And then—

"How does it feel to pretend to be asleep?"

Beichuan Si suddenly spoke.

Michika on the bed made no movement.

It was as if she hadn't heard a word Beichuan Si had just said.

Beichuan Si didn't go on talking.

He just kept looking at Nakajima Michika.

And then—

As if she could no longer bear Beichuan Si's burning gaze, Michika lightly turned onto her side, her back facing Beichuan Si.

After a while...

Her voice, filled with a barely concealable sense of embarrassment, sounded:

"Really... You said such embarrassing things... Beichuan..."

From Beichuan Si's view, he could see that Nakajima Michika's ears were turning red.

Clearly, she had heard everything he had said to Qianye Yuki.

But the atmosphere just then had been a bit heavy, so Michika felt too embarrassed to open her eyes, fearing that Beichuan Si would feel awkward.

But even though she had been so considerate for Beichuan Si! Why did Beichuan Si still have to talk to her!

He was completely oblivious to the mood! This person!

Nakajima Michika was frustrated.

But at the same time...

Her face flushed red, her androgynous beauty beaming with an unmistakable joy.

For some reason...

She felt so happy.

Yes.

Just exceptionally happy.

Because... that Beichuan Si was showing trust in her.

The usually expressionless Beichuan Si, who could shut down someone else's words with a single remark... had actually expressed his trust in her point of view.

What was this?

A sense of recognition?

Michika couldn't figure it out.

As she was all muddled with her thoughts, Beichuan Si's voice lazily made its way to her:

"If you feel like laughing out loud, then laugh. Don't hold it in."

Different from his usual emotionless tone, Beichuan Si's words sounded like the nagging of an old father.

Normally, Michika would ignore it.

But today was different.

She blinked at Beichuan Si and then pouted:

"Why do you care? Beichuan."

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