Looking at the three options, Yakuchi Kei immediately decided what to do.
"I don't think you need to run anymore. Don't I have you protected?"
Yakuchi Kei said to Kamishiro Rize.
"Ding! The host has completed Selection Two, receiving a reward: 20 Fusion Points!"
Although the third option gave more Fusion Points, Yakuchi Kei felt it was unnecessary.
It wasn't just Nimura Furuta eyeing Kamishiro Rize; there were also the Aogiri Tree and the Washuu Family.
It was useless no matter where she ran, unless she fled Japan directly, but that wasn't realistic.
Because customs in various countries would surely have things like RC Gates, and countries worldwide would certainly not allow Ghouls to circulate.
Even if Kamishiro Rize possessed the Washuu Family's bloodline, which could prevent the RC Gate's alarm mechanism, it was only effective for RC Gates within Japan.
This was because the Washuu Family had tampered with the RC Gates within Japan, rendering them ineffective against Ghouls with Washuu blood, but the Washuu Family's influence didn't extend beyond Japan.
Even Yoshimura Kuzen, who once served as a Cleaner in the "V" organization, had the RC Gate specifically modified for him by the Washuu Family, so much so that his daughter, Eto Yoshimura, could freely enter and exit the CCG.
"You want to protect me? Are you serious?"
Kamishiro Rize was immediately surprised.
"Of course, I'm serious."
Yakuchi Kei nodded.
"But then again, you don't understand what I'm truly facing."
Kamishiro Rize said, "My enemies are all very formidable, and many are stronger than you. You're still far too weak to protect me."
While she outwardly belittled Yakuchi Kei's strength, inwardly she wanted Yakuchi Kei to abandon the idea.
She didn't believe Yakuchi Kei could withstand the enemies she faced; it wasn't that she underestimated Yakuchi Kei, but rather that the Washuu Family was simply too powerful.
Having escaped from the Washuu Family, Kamishiro Rize knew just how strong those guys were.
Hearing this, Yakuchi Kei immediately stepped forward, placing one hand on the wall behind Kamishiro Rize, his tone uncharacteristically assertive, "No matter what, I'm at least stronger than you. No matter what enemies you face, I'm confident I can protect you."
Although his current strength was indeed insufficient, he was confident in protecting himself and Kamishiro Rize. Moreover, with the System and having fused with Uchiha Madara's abilities, how could he not have some pride?
Kamishiro Rize's expression froze slightly; she clearly hadn't expected Yakuchi Kei to suddenly be so assertive.
She had grown accustomed to Yakuchi Kei's good temper these past few days.
Quickly recovering, Kamishiro Rize's lips curved slightly, "I didn't expect you to have such an assertive side. Since you're so confident, then you'd better protect me well~"
Although she still didn't think Yakuchi Kei could contend with the Washuu Family.
She didn't dislike Yakuchi Kei's assertive demeanor.
Of course, the most important thing was that Kamishiro Rize had always been thinking about Yakuchi Kei's delicious body. This way, she could drag Yakuchi Kei along when they had to flee, and Yakuchi Kei could always stay by her side.
Originally, she didn't want Yakuchi Kei to get involved in this mess, but since Yakuchi Kei's attitude was so firm, and she was not a good person to begin with, she decided to cling to Yakuchi Kei.
"Ding! Host has activated a mission, initiating a God-level Choice!"
"Choice One: Provide no protection, immediately go back on your word, and avoid subsequent troubles associated with Kamishiro Rize. Reward: 10 Fusion Points!"
"Choice Two: Ask Kamishiro Rize to stay overnight, as it's safer than going home. Reward: 10 Fusion Points!"
Since the words were already spoken, Yakuchi Kei's personality made him unwilling to go back on his word.
Therefore, he decisively chose the second option.
"It's already so late. Why don't you just stay here overnight?"
Yakuchi Kei said directly to Kamishiro Rize.
He was quite thick-skinned, able to say such words with a calm expression.
"Ding! The host has completed Selection Two, receiving a reward: 10 Fusion Points!"
Kamishiro Rize looked at Yakuchi Kei with a meaningful gaze. She agreed almost without hesitation, "Alright."
Suddenly, Kamishiro Rize thought of a question, "But I didn't bring any change of clothes. How about you accompany me home, or we go directly to the mall to buy new ones? I've been wanting to buy new clothes recently."
Girls naturally like pretty clothes, and Ghouls are no exception.
"Then let's go buy new ones. The mall is quite close to my place."
Yakuchi Kei said.
Afterward, Yakuchi Kei cleaned the dishes in the sink and then accompanied Kamishiro Rize shopping.
Just a few steps out the door, Yakuchi Kei suddenly felt Kamishiro Rize hook her arm through his.
Yakuchi Kei couldn't help but look at Kamishiro Rize in confusion.
"Didn't you say you wanted to protect me? This way, you can protect me more thoroughly."
Kamishiro Rize explained with a smile.
However, one thing she didn't mention was that this also allowed her to better smell Yakuchi Kei's scent.
Yakuchi Kei merely smiled faintly and said nothing.
To outsiders, they looked exactly like a couple strolling down the street.
...
Soon, Yakuchi Kei and Kamishiro Rize arrived at a nearby mall.
Malls, not being very important places, didn't have RC Gates. But even if they did, they would be useless against Kamishiro Rize anyway.
Kamishiro Rize purposefully pulled Yakuchi Kei to a women's clothing store. It seemed she frequented this store often, as her route was very familiar.
However, at this moment, a female attendant at the entrance of the women's clothing store called out to them, "Excuse me, only boyfriends are allowed to accompany customers inside our store. May I ask if you two are…?"
Although the two customers in front of her were arm in arm, it was also possible they were siblings.
Due to the store being almost exclusively for female customers, this rule was in place to protect their privacy.
Just as Yakuchi Kei was about to ask Kamishiro Rize if she wanted to go to another store, Kamishiro Rize had already spoken to the female attendant first, "Of course, we're a couple."
After saying that, she also asked Yakuchi Kei, "Wouldn't you say so, darling~?"
"...Yes."
In this situation, Yakuchi Kei could only nod.
Anyway, it didn't hurt him.
"Alright, thank you very much for your cooperation. Please come in, both of you."
The female attendant invited Yakuchi Kei and Kamishiro Rize into the store.
It could be seen that this women's clothing store was quite popular, with many attractive girls looking at clothes.
However, Kamishiro Rize's appearance immediately made all of them pale in comparison.
"Darling, if you look around, I'll poke your eyes out."
Kamishiro Rize said with a smile.
"..."
Yakuchi Kei was speechless.
He didn't understand what Kamishiro Rize was up to, acting as if their fake relationship was real.