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Listening to Yun Feng's affectionate words, Ran gradually stopped crying. The fear in her heart slowly transformed into shyness and surprise, as if she found it unbelievable that the respected Teacher Yun would say such things to her. Gently wiping away her tears, Ran softly apologized, "Big Brother Yun, I never knew you were such a sensitive person. I'm very grateful for your feelings towards me, but the gap between us is probably wider than the entire Japanese archipelago... and I..."
At this point, Ran's tone carried a hint of inferiority. Her mind was in a turmoil. Even as the class's Chinese language representative, she didn't know what words to use, only managing to awkwardly use a clumsy phrase like "sensitive."
Yun Feng listened to Ran's somewhat self-conscious yet clearly embarrassed words. He hadn't expected to succeed in conquering her all at once. A pure-hearted goddess like Ran, once she recognized her partner, wouldn't change her mind. Therefore, she wasn't so easily conquered; he could only slowly "draw new firewood from under the cauldron"—gradually work his way in.
At the same time, Yun Feng couldn't help but secretly congratulate himself that he had transmigrated before the plot began. At this time, Ran only harbored a naive childhood affection for Shinichi Kudo, far from deep romantic feelings. If he had transmigrated in the late stages of the plot, he probably would have no way to win Ran over except through kidnapping.
After such a long period of emotional cultivation, interspersed with various divine assists from Xiaoyu, Curator Luo He, and Shinichi Kudo's fake girlfriend, he only had feelings for Ran that were slightly higher than those for a good friend. He could make physical contact in non-sensitive areas, such as patting her shoulder or holding her hand. Being embraced tonight was entirely due to Ran's psychological defenses being overwhelmed by fear.
However, once his somewhat unscrupulous plan for this incident succeeded, he should be able to win over this angelic goddess...
Having figured this out, Yun Feng gently smiled and said, "Ran, what you care about most isn't status, but that detective named Shinichi Kudo, isn't it?"
Ran paused, then said with some annoyance, "Big Brother Yun, you're already a very close person in my heart, so I won't hide it from you. Indeed, I used to have childhood feelings for Shinichi, but he really upset me last time. Not only did he mysteriously disappear on his own, but he also secretly found such a cute female student to be his girlfriend, and it wasn't just kissing; they even had more intimate contact..."
"I've always wanted to wait for Shinichi to explain to me in person what's going on with his cute girlfriend, but until now, he hasn't even called once. I'm so, so sad inside..."
"And, do you know, Big Brother Yun, the 'status gap' I mentioned isn't just an excuse. You're the heir to a supreme super family in Huaxia Imperial Dynasty. I'm just a high school student constantly struggling to make ends meet. Although Dad seems very unreliable, he actually has a lot of self-respect. He never accepted a single penny of help from Mom, even after they separated. Even the financial help Mom secretly gave me, Dad wouldn't take a single cent..."
"Big Brother Yun, do you know why Dad loves money so much? It's because once, when I was working part-time to help with household expenses, I fainted from overwork. Dad cried like a child in the hospital. That was the second time I saw Dad cry. The first time was when he came out of the bathroom and found Mom had left..."
"Big Brother Yun, you know, Sonoko and I have been good friends since childhood, but even when I'm with her, I sometimes feel a lot of pressure because she likes to go to fun entertainment venues... and my living expenses aren't enough to freely enjoy those places with her... So every time this happens, I can only make up all sorts of excuses not to go..."
"Do you understand now, Big Brother Yun? The status gap I mentioned isn't a lie... Ran would never lie to Big Brother Yun..."
"And... I've kept track of all the money Dad has spent from Big Brother Yun during this time. Big Brother Yun is already Ran's very, very good friend, so I won't quibble too much, but when I start working and earning money in the future, I will definitely treat Big Brother Yun! At that time, whatever Big Brother Yun wants to eat or play, Ran will pay for it."
By the time Ran said this, her eyes were again misty. She had never told anyone these worries, not even Shinichi Kudo. After speaking them today, she felt much more relaxed. She didn't know why she had said these things to Big Brother Yun. Thinking of the angelic manifestation at the art museum that time, her face flushed crimson again.
Yun Feng's heart ached beyond measure. He had never imagined that this angel, who always made people feel incredibly cheerful and happy, hid so much sorrow in her own heart. Yun Feng truly wanted to slap himself hard. Although Ran would certainly not accept any direct financial help from him, not even through Kogoro Mouri, he could think of other ways. If he put his mind to it, there were always solutions.
Yun Feng felt tears welling up in his own eyes, aching for this indescribably kind angelic girl. He finally couldn't help but gently pull Ran into his embrace, holding her calmly, as if wishing to give her the warmest protection. Moreover, this posture allowed him to turn his back to Ran and Xiaoyu; he didn't want them to see his unworthy tears...
Ran in his arms only struggled a little at first, then, seeing no effect, let Yun Feng hold her. At this moment, she had no fear left, only feeling how incredibly safe she was in Big Brother Yun's arms. This feeling was something she had never experienced before. At this moment, even she didn't realize that the vague imprint of her childhood friend in her heart was gradually fading, replaced by a tall, handsome, cheerful young man who showered her with care...
Standing some distance away, Yun Xiaoyu also looked at the embracing pair with a hint of surprise. She wasn't surprised by her master's affection, as she didn't care about that at all. Rather, she was surprised that the girl named Ran Mouri was such an understanding and admirable pure angel, which touched her somewhat.
Yun Xiaoyu had undergone various brutal trainings since she was two years old. The various real combat scenarios were like daily meals to her. She had seen countless treacherous schemers and also witnessed some genuinely pure and kind women. But it was the first time in her life she had seen a girl as lovable as the angel in the distance. At this moment, Yun Xiaoyu finally completely etched the image of this angelic beautiful girl into her heart... As for her master's tears, which were turned away from her, how could they escape Xiaoyu's keen perception?
"It seems that from now on, among the people I need to protect, there will be an angel in addition to my master." Sighing softly, Xiaoyu smiled gently. It seemed her emotional expressions were growing more numerous since following her master.
But... this feeling was truly wonderful...
...
The bright moonlight showered upon this land...
As if offering a blessing of encouragement to these three individuals who held affection for each other...
As if the moon high above truly possessed spirituality...
It would inflict punishment upon the wicked...
And bestow blessings upon the kind...