This Trainee Fatui Harbinger is Too Unreliable [111] [200 PS]

Bonus Chapter!

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In the end, Ei gave in.

She had to admit, the promise of having updated light novels and freshly baked desserts delivered anytime she wanted hit her weak spot.

After tossing Luo Qing out of the Plane of Euthymia, she stared at the remaining gateway to a new world—the strange toilet—and found herself deep in thought.

She hesitated for a moment, shaking her head to ensure Luo Qing was gone, then sat back down on the mysterious toilet and pressed the flush button.

"Ding. Please deploy a second gateway, or the flush function cannot be activated."

The unfamiliar electronic voice startled her, making her jump up from the toilet.

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Meanwhile.

After being thrown out of the Plane of Euthymia, Luo Qing managed to placate Raiden Shogun by promising he would visit her alone soon for a private moment together.

She promptly chased him out of Tenshukaku with her blade in hand.

Now that he had the Guardian Angel item, his next step was to find an excuse to give the Resurrection Armor to Rosaline and start planning how to get closer to her.

Besides, he still had three more Affection Enhancement Card ProMax—perfect for a little test run.

As he left Tenshukaku, Luo Qing was thinking about relaxing for a few days while Lumine progressed through the Inazuma storyline.

He had just stepped into Hanamizaka when a pink-haired fox blocked his way.

"Well, well, Mr. Luo Qing. What a coincidence, out for a stroll?"

Yae Miko greeted him with a teasing smile, waving a paper fan, her eyes sparkling playfully.

"I..."

Before he could respond, Yae Miko tapped his lips with her fan, her fox ears twitching as she spoke softly,

"Mr. Luo Qing is a valued guest of Yae Publishing House. Since we've met by chance, why don't you allow me to treat you at Uyuu Restaurant?"

"..."

Luo Qing was momentarily speechless.

I see through your little scheme, you sly fox.

"Does Miss Yae have something she needs my help with?"

"Mr. Luo Qing is quite the joker~ I just wanted to chat with you, that's all~"

"..."

Of course, she's as slippery as ever.

Anyone else might have crumbled under Yae Miko's charm by now, but Luo Qing was a man of integrity—her allure had no effect on him.

As a man of Snezhnaya, he felt it was his duty to uphold the proud spirit of a cunning merchant.

So, he feigned reluctance.

"But I have plans later, Miss Yae. You see..."

"But I really, really want to spend time with you~"

"Well then."

Luo Qing leaned in close, speaking quietly,

"Miss Yae, how about you pay me fifty thousand Mora, and I'll accompany you tonight?"

"..."

[+1 Frustration Value from Yae Miko]

Yae Miko nearly lost her composure.

In Inazuma, people who wish to spend time alone with me could line up from the city to the Grand Narukami Shrine.

And here you are, demanding fifty thousand Mora from me?!

But curiosity gnawed at her, so she kept her calm and continued,

"Mr. Luo Qing, you really do know how to jest. Fifty thousand Mora wouldn't get you much. How about this: I'll waive all your future expenses at Yae Publishing House?"

"I suppose that's fair."

Luo Qing pretended to think it over, then nodded slowly. "Deal! Miss Yae, tonight I'm all yours!"

"..."

[+1 Frustration Value from Yae Miko]

"Well then, Mr. Luo Qing, let's proceed to Uyuu Restaurant."

For a moment, Yae Miko had a strange feeling.

This guy... is he intentionally messing with me?

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Uyuu Restaurant

As a regular, Yae Miko didn't even need to order. The moment she stepped in, the owner, Okazaki Rikutō, knew what dishes to prepare, heading straight to the kitchen.

They sat side by side at a table, and soon enough, an array of Uyuu's finest dishes was set before them.

Luo Qing, however, focused solely on eating, completely ignoring Yae Miko.

Finally, she couldn't stand it any longer and asked,

"Mr. Luo Qing, has your friend been enjoying the recent light novels from Yae Publishing House?"

"She loves them. Five stars. I'll buy more next time."

Luo Qing replied casually before continuing to devour his food.

"..."

[+1 Frustration Value from Yae Miko]

"I've heard that you've practically bought out all the female-oriented light novels at our store. As the chief editor of Yae Publishing House, I'd love to meet your friend. Would you give me the honor of an introduction?"

Yae Miko's suspicion had already led her to believe that this "friend" of Luo Qing was none other than Ei, hiding away in the Plane of Euthymia.

But without direct confirmation, she couldn't fathom why Ei, who had shut herself away from the world, would rely on this Fatui agent.

It bothered her.

After all, she was the one who had been friends with Ei for years, yet Ei wouldn't even see her face.

"Ah, that's not possible. She's a bit of a recluse and rarely goes out."

Luo Qing shook his head and continued eating.

"..."

Yae Miko pondered for a moment before suggesting,

"Then how about you take me to her home?"

But Luo Qing shook his head and said seriously,

"That would cost extra."

"..."

"Mr. Luo Qing wants Mora?"

"Not at all."

"Then what is it that you want?"

Yae Miko was genuinely curious.

"How about this..."

Luo Qing looked up, his gaze resting on Yae Miko's fluffy ears, and he asked playfully,

"Let me touch your ears. Don't worry, I'll be gentle!"

"..."

[+10 Frustration Value from Yae Miko]

Yae Miko finally understood.

Luo Qing clearly knew what she was after!

He was deliberately toying with her!

How could Ei, who's always hiding obediently in the Plane of Euthymia, even know someone like him?!

Doesn't she realize he might be deceiving her?!

"Alright, Mr. Luo Qing, let's cut to the chase."

After some thought, Yae Miko decided to be direct.

If she kept beating around the bush, he'd just continue playing dumb.

"Oh? Miss Yae, going straight to the point?"

Seeing Yae Miko drop the pretense so quickly surprised Luo Qing. It seemed her defenses weren't all that high after all.

"Does she genuinely like those light novels?"

"You guess~"

"..."

"How did you meet her?"

"Not telling~"

"..."

[+10 Frustration Value from Yae Miko]

Yae Miko swore that if she didn't have so many unanswered questions, she would've struck him down with a lightning bolt by now.

"Alright, alright, I was just teasing you, Miss Yae."

Luo Qing smiled and continued,

"If you really want to know, why don't you just go see her yourself?"

"You can visit her anytime?"

"Why not?"

Luo Qing leaned back in his chair. In the past, he would have needed Raiden Shogun's approval to enter.

But now, with the toilet set up...

He could come and go as he pleased.

"However, nothing is free in this world. Surely, Miss Yae understands that?"

Yae Miko frowned slightly. "What do you want?"

"Let me touch your ears. Or your tail, that works too."

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Translator's NoteHi, trainers! I'm so excited to finally bring you Team Rocket's Second-in-Command! After translating over 300 chapters of this absolute gem, I can tell you it's everything—action, drama, and just the right amount of chaos. Luo Yuan isn't just a trainer; he's the trainer, slaying battles, running the underworld, and making us all swoon with his brilliance.

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