Esper X Family – Chapter 235 – None Have It Easy

Yu Yayin made a point of escorting Ye Yao and the others all the way to their dormitory entrance.

She only prepared to leave after waiting for their luggage to be delivered.

“Every room is identical. If you want to decorate it to your liking, you’ll have to put in the effort yourselves.

I’ve sent each of you a newcomer’s map and guide to help you quickly adjust to life at headquarters.

Well, I won’t disturb you any further. If you run into any trouble, don’t hesitate to contact me. Byebye~”

Ye Yao watched Yu Yayin’s resolute retreating figure and couldn’t help but fall into thought.

“Is she just leaving us to our own devices?”

Wu Mi hadn’t expected to be given free rein so quickly either.

“Maybe we just look really reliable?”

Although they were all lolis, none of them were the troublemaking kind.

Just then, Luo Jianhua’s voice reached Ye Yao’s ears.

“Sister, isn’t it possible that since I’ve lived here before, I can help you all out?”

Luo Jianhua’s outward persona was that of a genius Esper who had studied at headquarters.

But due to family circumstances, she had to take a temporary leave of absence.

Later, she ended up staying at Ye Yao’s place by sheer coincidence.

Then, after accidentally revealing her Esper ability in front of Ye Yao, she came clean about her secret, as well as her identity as a member of the Countermeasures Bureau.

At least, that was the story the Bureau believed Ye Yao knew.

In reality, though…

Ye Yao even knew what color Luo Jianhua’s underwear was.

“Well, that settles it. As long as Little Luo has experience, we’re good.”

At that moment, Fang Tang suddenly rushed forward, brimming with excitement.

“Cat! Hurry and set up your cat nest! I’ll help you!”

“Human, why don’t you go set up your human nest first?”

“Because I want to keep all my stuff at your place and sleep in the cat nest every day!”

Ye Yao: “?”

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Aren’t you skipping a few steps here?

How are you already at the finish line?!

This isn’t the headquarters life I imagined!

“No. Humans can’t sleep in cat nests.

Human, you need to learn independence. You can’t keep relying on the cat.”

Ye Yao spoke with utmost seriousness.

Fang Tang pondered for a few seconds before arriving at a solution.

“Then… can Cat come sleep in my human nest?”

Ye Yao was at her limit.

How could there be such a sugary little loli!?

Fortunately, Wu Mi stepped in just then and pulled away the dangerously straightforward Fang Tang.

“Fang Tang, let me help you organize your room.”

This pink-haired girl’s personality was just too straightforward.

Every time she faced Ye Yao, she started with her ultimate move.

Girls aren’t supposed to be like this!

Girls should express themselves more subtly…

Forgot the middle part.

Forgot the later part.

Anyway, girls can’t act like this!

There was no way they could let this pink hair get ahead.

Wu Mi and Luo Jianhua exchanged a knowing glance.

They were fully prepared to team up to stop this “boundaryless” Fang Tang.

They couldn’t let her upset the balance no matter what!

As for Mo Qiuli, she didn’t have as many thoughts at the moment.

She was busy inspecting the luggage delivered by the staff.

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There were plenty of adorable magical girl outfits inside!

Losing even one would devastate Mo Qiuli.

So what if it’s the headquarters?

The headquarters couldn’t stop her from pursuing her magical girl dreams!

Ye Yao exhaled slowly and swiped her pass to enter the dormitory assigned by the headquarters.

A faint, elegant scent that was a mix of fresh air and new materials wafted over her.

Her first impression was that it was far brighter and more spacious than she had expected.

And it carried an understated yet practical sense of luxury.

Ye Yao’s gaze immediately went to the one thing she cared about the most: the bed.

As expected, it was the standard 1.8-meter size.

The mattress looked high-end. There was no doubt that it would be incredibly comfortable.

Ye Yao explored the room for a while.

The colors on the walls and ceiling were soft.

The lighting was even and soothing.

It seemed to be adjustable in brightness, color, and temperature.

The floor was covered in a high-grade synthetic material, slightly elastic and easy to clean.

Testing it barefoot, Ye Yao found the texture perfect.

She might not even need to wear indoor shoes.

The ventilation system was nearly silent, keeping the air fresh.

A discreet cleaning robot docking port was tucked into a corner.

The control panel was integrated into the wall, looking sleek and modern.

After fiddling with it, Ye Yao realized that she could adjust the lights, curtains, and air conditioning with just gestures or voice commands.

It wasn’t as cozy as home, but its greatness needed no further explanation!

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The only remaining question was the security level.

Given the Countermeasures Bureau’s usual style, they wouldn’t be foolish enough to install surveillance in the dorms.

But she wasn’t sure if it could block mental perception.

Back home, Fang Ze’s Law Space had shielded her room from all detection, and only Lou Wei could bypass it.

Here, it was unlikely that a Law Space had been pre-installed.

Ye Yao was mainly worried about some high-ranking figure dropping by unannounced.

Fortunately, she soon found the dormitory guidelines for Espers.

“Hm? The walls are made of special materials that can block mental perception from Espers below S-rank?”

Ye Yao rubbed her chin.

“Not bad.”

Espers below S-rank might not know better, but S-rank Espers should understand what was taboo.

They wouldn’t risk angering her by snooping around.

After surveying the room, Ye Yao sighed inwardly.

The Bureau certainly didn’t skimp on the living quarters.

She strolled over to the spacious work desk.

Her slender fingers traced the cool metal surface, appreciating its sturdiness and ample space.

One thought crystallized in her mind:

Not putting a top-tier gaming PC and an ultra-wide curved monitor on such a big desk is nothing short of a crime!

She could already picture the dazzling RGB lighting when it turned on.

The smooth visuals of AAA games, the crisp clatter of the keyboard…

After acting a bit for the Bureau’s old geezers, returning to this cozy nest and immersing herself in gaming sounded utterly delightful.

The dorm’s internet was surely top-notch too.

“I need to get one set up as soon as possible.”

Ye Yao made up her mind instantly.

As for who to ask?

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She already had someone in mind.

If the old timers at the Bureau knew of her plans, they would probably be eager to cooperate.

How else would they corrupt her without a proper gaming setup?

High-end! Everything has to be high-end!

Meanwhile…

Lou Wei had already met up with Fu Qi.

“Long time no see, Lou Wei. Heard you’ve had a rough time lately. That girl’s given you quite a bit of trouble, huh? How’s the pressure?”

Fu Qi’s tone was that of an old friend, his intent to tease was practically overflowing.

For once, Lou Wei let his guard down around him, as if returning to the days when they fought side by side.

“About the same as the pressure you felt when negotiating with Ye Tong at the reception room.”

Lou Wei’s counter was just as sharp.

That shut Fu Qi up.

He didn’t even dare to remember that scene.

It had been so awkward he would rather erase it from his memory.

He, the renowned spatial assassin, the strongest in history, the Countermeasures Bureau Director, was actually being outmaneuvered by a young girl?

If word got out, he would never hear the end of it.

All Fu Qi could do was shake his head helplessly and mutter:

“None have it easy… None have it easy…”

Author Note

There is a free method to send gifts

Text: Seems like I have fallen out of favor

I’ll pack my things right now