“Since both our ages are fictional, why not just be honest with each other?”

Xi Xi gritted her teeth and pointed accusingly at Qiu Li’er. “You’re the NSFW art blogger ‘Not a Fox’ I follow on the Demon Net, aren’t you?!”

“Do you have any idea how outrageous you are?! Sending me lewd pics out of the blue—do you think any other netizen would be this ‘kind’? Absolutely not, except you!”

“And do you know the trouble you’ve caused?! Ever since I followed you, my health’s been slipping day by day. I can’t even sleep at night without seeing your art!”

She jabbed a finger at her own eyes—visible red threads webbed the whites.

“…”

Her personality was just as sharp online, yet in person… kinda cute? But was she angry or happy?

Qiu Li’er took a slow breath and gently brushed Xi Xi’s finger aside. “My art has nothing to do with your insomnia, right?”

“How could it not?!” Xi Xi snapped. “A girl like you, chatting while ‘wearing’ a tail… I just can’t resist!”

“Mmph!”

Qiu Li’er froze—was that a compliment or an insult?

*Wearing* a tail?! How disrespectful to fox girls! This tail on her butt was 100% real!

Always posting NSFW art yet getting zero appreciation—even gentle Qiu Li’er felt a trace of irritation.

【Hehe! Mad yet?】

The world froze mid-breath. The little loli before her stood utterly still.

Qiu Li’er blinked, glancing around.

‘System?! Why pop up now?!’

【Fox girls are treasures of civilization! Defending their dignity is our sacred duty!】

‘You appeared… just to say that?’

【No. To remind you of something… “special.”】

Qiu Li’er paused. *Right—the weird quest option. Invite Detective C… and do something “special.”*

…Was this the hint for handling this naughty loli?

【Exactly. She slandered your tail? Just show it. Let her touch it.】

She was still hat-on, backpack-strapped—no ears or tail visible. No wonder Xi Xi thought she was fake.

Qiu Li’er’s cheeks flushed. *‘Th-this is so embarrassing! Is this just your perverted system hobby?!’*

【No no! Data proves everyone wants this. (Innocent face)】

*‘Liar. You’re the only one watching.’*

Teeth clenched, Qiu Li’er stared at the cute-yet-annoying loli… and made her choice.

…

Xi Xi ducked her head, pouting. She stole a glance at the girl before her.

*Did I go too far?*

She’d really wanted to praise Fox-dashi—ask for more pretty pics to enjoy with Elder Sister Xi Kefeng. But the words twisted into something harsh…

*Just be honest. Praise her. No shame.*

Lifting her chin, Xi Xi opened her mouth—

Suddenly, Qiu Li’er gripped her shoulders, pulling her close. Silent. Resolute.

Xi Xi instinctively tilted up. A sweet, heavy scent washed over her.

Up close… she was so much taller! And her chest—bigger than Elder Sister Xi Kefeng’s! Big enough to bury her face in…

“Y-you… what are you doing?!”

Xi Xi stumbled back half a step. The once-bold loli now trembled. “D-don’t come closer! I’m strong! I’ve got academy connections—do you know who my sister is?!”

Sheltered, rarely touching anyone but Xi Kefeng—panic seized her. A lost, helpless little loli.

“Little loli,” Qiu Li’er murmured, leaning close to her flushed cheek, “Elder Sister has something to explain… about the tail.”

“W-what tail…?”

“How dare you call my tail fake?” Qiu Li’er lifted the loli’s chin, forcing a cold smirk. “Elder Sister’s *really* getting angry now.”

“Huh… what?”

Xi Xi blinked. *Wait… just explaining?* She’d nearly fainted, thinking she’d be taken like the weak uke in a yuri manga.

“Of course it’s real.”

Qiu Li’er dipped her head, removed her hat.

Fluffy, twitching, impossibly cute fox ears popped free—wiggling a cheerful greeting.

Mmm~

Xi Xi’s eyes widened, sparkling. Glittering. Blingbling~ Like she’d found a dream treasure. ★ω★

*Now* she looked like a true twelve-year-old.

“WOW~!”

Cherry lips parted. She reached out instinctively. “So… so pretty! Elder Sister—these are *real* ears?!”

Pride forgotten—she’d call her “Elder Sister” just to touch them.

“Naturally.”

Qiu Li’er hid a smile. *Who knew ears had this effect?* She leaned in, voice honeyed. “And the tail’s real too~”

“Really?! Where?! Can I touch?!”

“Hidden in my backpack… but not for free.”

…

Meanwhile, the other two girls—still pretending to be a couple—jolted upright.

“Wait, Yuenina! Little Fox revealed her ears!” Nan Shi shoved Yuenina’s shoulder, sitting straight.

“What?! Let me see!”

“That little loli’s yanking Little Fox’s backpack—she’s totally after the tail!”

“Tail…? Oh no. Little Fox is *definitely* in danger!”