After Fairy Ely’s storytelling session of “who still needs stories,” Lisa had finally relaxed completely and no longer appeared so restrained.
Once Griseo noticed that she had relaxed, she became bolder as well and introduced Lisa to the friends in her paintings.
After learning that Knight, Lady Sister (in her normal state), and the others had all been painted into existence, Lisa’s admiration-filled gaze landed on the little loli once again.
After spending nearly half a day with such a well-behaved and polite child, Griseo couldn’t help sighing inwardly.
What an adorable little sister…
I want to raise her, but unfortunately she belongs to someone else’s family.
No wonder everyone praised Lisa (Suzuran) as a little angel in Rhodes Island’s records…
It could only be said that the description was completely accurate.
However, this time, Little Angel Suzuran probably wouldn’t have the chance to become an operator of Rhodes Island.
Because through their interactions over the past half day, Griseo had already silently placed Lisa within the category of friends.
As long as she was around, she absolutely wouldn’t allow anyone to harm her friends.
Since she intended to eliminate the possibility of Lisa becoming Infected, naturally she would no longer be sent to Rhodes Island as a patient.
Moreover, given the current situation, if medical treatment became necessary in the future, who knew where she’d end up being sent.
Thinking about Ruan Mei, who had thoroughly browsed and organized an enormous amount of information in just a single day, completely understood this world’s systems, and chosen a direction for further study, Griseo’s mood became somewhat complicated.
Especially because of Telepathy, she knew very clearly that Ruan Mei intended to produce practical results as quickly as possible in exchange for the funding she needed.
The little loli felt…
It probably wouldn’t be long before she saw Ruan Mei’s company building being constructed.
Still, Griseo would need to put some effort into protecting Lisa.
After all, she was currently the only person available on this side.
It wasn’t realistic for her to watch over Lisa at every moment.
Thinking of this, the little loli turned toward the person beside her and asked: “Lisa, would you like to come play here again next time?” “Eh…?
Is that allowed?” Lisa, who was nibbling on a cookie beside her, raised her little head in surprise.
“Mm, of course.
You’re always welcome here, Lisa…” Looking at the little fox beside her, who was slightly shorter than herself, Griseo nodded happily.
“But you know…
this place is very special.
If you want to come again, you’ll need a token.” As soon as she finished speaking, she seemingly performed a magic trick and secretly produced a Fire-Moth Coin from behind her back, showing it to Lisa.
“Is this the token Griseo Onee-san was talking about?” “Mm.
This is for you.
If you ever feel bored, worry about your mother…
or encounter danger, you can use this to come here.
꒪꒫꒪)” After placing the coin into Lisa’s hand, Griseo continued: “The way to use it is very simple…
when you need it, hold this and think about this place…
then a door will appear.” “…” Looking at the shining silver coin in her hand, Lisa’s desire to come back and her good upbringing began battling each other.
Only after a long while did she finally nod her little head and accept it.
“I’ll remember.
Thank you, Griseo Onee-san.” As the little fox moved, the pair of fluffy pale-yellow ears atop her head couldn’t help swaying slightly.
The sight made a certain blue-haired little loli’s heart itch…
“Mm, fluffy…” “Hm?” Noticing Griseo’s gaze, Lisa reached up and touched her own ears.
Her little expression became somewhat conflicted.
In the end, after thinking of something, determination gradually filled her beautiful emerald-green eyes.
Holding up one of her fluffy tails, she softly said: “If Griseo Onee-san wants something fluffy…
you can touch it.” “꒪꒫꒪)!” Looking at the fluffy tail being presented before her, Griseo was genuinely stunned.
Th-This was Little Angel Suzuran?!
After standing there in shock for a moment, the little loli finally came back to her senses and cautiously reached out to gently touch Lisa’s fluffy pale-yellow tail.
Feeling the soft, fluffy texture beneath her hand, the eyes of a certain blue-haired little loli visibly brightened.
Of course, no matter how good it felt, Griseo had no intention of troubling Lisa.
After gently stroking it a few times, she reluctantly withdrew her hand.
“Thank you, Lisa…” “It’s only a small thing.
Actually, I should be the one thanking you, Griseo Onee-san, for spending so much time with me and giving me something so important…” Hearing that, Lisa gently shook her head.
After a brief pause, she continued: “The next time I come, I’ll bring gifts for you!” “Okay…” [My, then Little Griseo and I will be looking forward to it~] “I’ll prepare them carefully!” Meeting the gazes of Griseo and the System, Lisa declared earnestly.
“…” After chatting about a few other things, Griseo suddenly seemed to remember something and looked at the person beside her.
“Oh right, there’s something I’d like to ask of you, Lisa…” “…” Hearing Griseo’s words, the little fox tilted her head curiously and looked over.
[My, Griseo, are you talking about keeping this place a secret?] Just as Griseo often cooperated with her System, Fairy Ely would also cooperate with her when needed.
“A secret?” “Mm.
About this place…
could I ask you to keep it secret for now and not tell anyone else…” Griseo didn’t beat around the bush and spoke directly in her usual unhurried manner.
“Not even Mom?” Lisa didn’t feel any dislike toward the request.
However, when she thought of her mother, she instinctively asked the question.
“Mm…
you can think of everything that happened today as a secret between us.” Hearing that, Griseo gently nodded.
“Alright.
I’ll keep the secret of Griseo Onee-san and Ely Onee-san.” Although Lisa felt a little hesitant about not telling her mother, after thinking about how magical this place was, she ultimately decided to protect this special secret.
“Thank you, Lisa…” [You don’t need to worry too much either.
Even if someone accidentally finds out, it doesn’t matter.
This isn’t a place that ordinary people can enter, you know~] [So don’t feel burdened by it~] As she spoke, Fairy Ely floated over beside Lisa and gently patted her head.
“Mm, I understand.” Hearing that, Lisa revealed an adorable smile to the two of them.
There was still some time before lunch.
Just as Lisa, full of curiosity, was about to ask Griseo more questions, the door that had remained open and connected to her room suddenly began to show signs of unusual activity…
★ ★ ★ T/N: If you spot mistranslation, do tell me!
★ ★ ★ Shilling time!