Chapter 5

{Idiot! Don’t you know that? After drinking, it increases your ether affinity by 60%.}

{If you call me again, I’m running away! If you don’t go to sleep, you won’t grow taller! Can’t you be a little more observant?! Bye!!}

Wow! That’s just saying nothing—so what even is ether affinity?

And I’ve been reincarnated—now I have to take care of a baby? How annoying… (｀Δ′)!

Ye Qingfeng didn’t call the system again, mainly fearing it might actually run off; he picked up the two bottles of potion, opened them, and drank them down in one go, then stood up excitedly to feel the changes in his body.

He swung his fists at the air for a long time but felt no increase in strength; then, with hopeful and excited eyes, he slowly lifted his shirt.

No abs appeared as he’d hoped—he felt a faint disappointment, just about to complain that the potion might be fake, when suddenly dizziness overwhelmed him; he used his last bit of strength to collapse onto the bed.

With difficulty, he pulled the blanket over his navel, then closed his tired eyelids, satisfied, and fell into sleep.

The next day, the first ray of morning sunlight broke through the clouds; without curtains to block it, it flooded unimpeded into the room, directly shining onto the bed.

The beams of light, like sifted fine sand, spread out delicately and evenly.

Every corner of the bed was bathed in this warm glow, instantly brightening the previously dim surface.

{WAKE UP! Get up quickly, the sun’s shining on your butt!!}

A shrill, bratty voice echoed in Ye Qingfeng’s mind, yet it didn’t feel annoying; he slowly opened his eyes, still clouded with drowsiness and confusion.

Sunlight filtered through the curtain’s gap, dappled across his face; he instinctively squinted, adjusting to the sudden brightness.

Where am I…? Right, I’ve been reincarnated.

{Host finally woke up! Sleeping in isn’t a good habit, and the potion’s effects should’ve been fully absorbed by your body~!}

Ye Qingfeng had no interest in listening to the system; he swiftly opened the door, dashed downstairs, and rushed into the bathroom in one motion.

He stood before the toilet and relieved himself, his face relaxed with relief; then he suddenly remembered something and hurriedly asked.

‘You can’t see me while I’m using the toilet… right?’

{You want me to watch you go to the bathroom?!!! You’re a pervert!! Automatic monitoring activated for one day! I’m not here today—don’t call me again!} Σ(▼□▼メ)

‘Hey! Wait!’

{Ding! How may I assist the host?}

‘N-nothing, never mind. Go away.’

Ye Qingfeng sighed helplessly, expertly shook off twice, and pulled on his pants.

Huh… I need to buy some essentials soon—wonder if 5000 Ding Ni is enough.

He strolled slowly to the sink and gazed into the mirror, admiring himself.

I feel even more handsome now! Wait…! I think I’ve grown taller—used to be 1.7 meters, now I’m about 1.77.

And were my arms this muscular before?

Ye Qingfeng’s eyes lit up; he eagerly lowered his head and yanked up his shirt—eight-pack abs appeared before him, like a meticulously carved masterpiece.

Whoa! So cool!

He admired himself in the mirror for a moment, then felt sticky on his skin; he remembered he hadn’t bathed yesterday, but realizing he had no clean clothes, he frowned.

‘System, do you have clothes?’

{Ding! No.}

Ye Qingfeng grunted in annoyance, then began thinking of a solution.

Going out to buy some isn’t realistic—what if I get lost? The second-floor balcony probably has clothes hanging, but they’re all girls’ clothes, and I’d see…

Ye Qingfeng reluctantly gave up on bathing; he cupped water in his hands, washed his face, stepped out of the bathroom, and looked up at the clock hanging in the living room.

New Aelidu time: 7:32 a.m.

Hmm~ Still early—looks like my biological clock’s still spot-on.

I remember they don’t have dark circles, unlike people who stay up late; they probably wake up around eight. I’ll make them breakfast!

Ye Qingfeng sat on the living room sofa for a while, clarified how the affection system worked, then walked into the kitchen to start cooking breakfast.

He opened the fridge at random, saw its meager contents, sighed silently, took out the ingredients, and heated oil in a pan.

As he monitored the heat, he recalled the system’s explanation.

Only when you see the target directly will it show whether they’re Gonglve able.

Affection levels progress in stages: 40%, 60%, 80%, and above 90%.

Rewards are ranked B, A, and S tier!

At 40% affection, gain two lottery draws.

Note: Roughly the level of friendship.

At 60% affection, gain five lottery draws.

Note: Suggesting a relationship will likely not be refused.

At 80% affection, gain ten lottery draws.

Note: Suggesting marriage will likely not be refused.

When affection reaches 90%, it will never drop below 90%, and you gain ten lottery draws monthly.

Note: Even if caught in bed with someone, you won’t face a knife attack.

But due to differing circumstances and personalities, nothing is absolute!

(If Nico and Anbi both reach 40% affection, and the protagonist asks each for a loan, Nico will likely refuse, while Anbi will likely agree.)

You get the idea, right, babies?????)

Don’t expect free rewards—no action means no affection increase; likewise, certain actions can lower affection.

After mentally reviewing the system’s rules, Ye Qingfeng finished cooking breakfast, carried the dish out of the kitchen, looked around, found no dining table, and placed it on the living room table instead.

After three round trips, he was just about to catch his breath when Anbi descended the stairs.

{Ding! Gonglve able target: Anbi Demara}

{Initial affection: 10%}

‘There’s a nice smell.’

Anbi stopped walking, expressionless, gazing at the scene before her; a voice tinged with quiet anticipation reached Ye Qingfeng’s ears.

He turned toward the sound and saw her pajamas and petite, adorable figure clearly.

Her top was a loose batwing-sleeve style, offering ample movement while subtly shaping her silhouette.

Her pants were straight-cut, smooth lines flowing from her waist to her knees, revealing two slender, toned calves—elegant, firm, and elastic, bearing traces of long-term training.

The entire pajama set was light green, with a thin white stripe about one centimeter wide, clinging to her petite frame, under 1.6 meters tall.

Loli… affection system is the best!