### Chapter 12: I’m So Amused
Mo Tu was walking back to his temporary abode, deep in thought.
Night Lan and the Silver-haired Loli. Though they have different hair colors and eye colors, Mo Tu could definitely assert that the future Night Watcher he met this morning is that little girl in some form or another.
“Is she two people? Or two bodies?”
Sure, they might be identical twin sisters. Everything was possible until he got the facts straight.
Or perhaps, the Silver-haired Loli could be the Black-haired Loli’s mom? Who knows?
For now, it’s just speculation.
Mo Tu assumed the girl had a split soul. He then got a brainstorm.
“If the Silver-haired Loli is the Night Watcher from the future and knows me, it wouldn’t be out of the question. No, wait! If she was, her reaction would’ve been different. She might recognize some other identity of mine. And maybe she hasn’t put two and two together about me being the Night Watcher.”
His observation skills and analytical abilities were exceptional, spotting problems quite quickly.
“Given how I am, if I found an Extraordinary Star Holder, I wouldn’t approach them with my Night Watcher identity. How did my future self make the Silver-haired Loli recognize me?”
First off, the route was clearly not through being a Night Watcher.
That’s according to his own character.
He knew his personality well enough.
Uh no, fun.
Only he really knew himself.
“Let’s assume that on the day the Extraordinary Star awakened, I was the first to notice the anomaly. Using the Star to learn her address, I’d try to get close with the simplest method without raising any suspicion.”
If his future self changes his personality, then yeah, it wouldn’t happen.
“But if it’s me, I’ll build a moderate level of connection, neither too close nor distant. I’d be able to keep tabs on her easily… Those conditions… would only fit a neighbor.”
Mo Tu gradually honed in on key information, grinning confidently again.
“Oh, now I get it! That’s how I’ll approach her.”
Lying about his true identity isn’t out of the picture but not really necessary.
After all, manipulation is his specialty.
It can also be said he has major issues. Just thinking about it made him chuckle.
—
Night Star ate a hearty meal, bought some goodies, and went home.
“Ah, now I can just go lie around and take a break. That’s what I’ll do until I can go watch Lianhua’s puppet show at three o’clock.”
In comparison to other Night Watchers, Night Star had no pressure.
Since there wasn’t much she could do anyway, why not keep herself happy?
Work stress and anxiety were non-issues for her!
Meh, lounging around is way more fun.
Night Star trusted those big shots to handle the Star Eclipses easily.
At that moment, before heading home, she recognized a familiar figure.
That mysterious-smiling black-haired guy—Mo Tu.
He seemed to notice her, approaching her.
“What a coincidence! It’s us again. I picked up some sweets on the way, want any?”
Mo Tu naturally handed her a small bag.
“Oh… thank you.”
Night Star instinctively took it and immediately realized something was off.
Wait a minute, they aren’t familiar in this timeline!
Night Star tried pushing it back.
“That’s too kind… I shouldn’t.”
Seeing her reaction, Mo Tu instantly wore an “I knew it” expression.
Looks like her future self frequently dotes on this loli.
The habit is so ingrained.
Tsk tsk tsk.
I’m so amused.
Mo Tu wondered just how twisted his future self must be to do this, fearing he’d turn her into a pig.
Wait, turning a cute little loli into a pig does seem kinda exciting, he suddenly realized.
“Don’t mind it, just eat a few.”
“Mmm… okay.”
Night Star grabbed a few snacks and chewed on them.
Hmm, not bad.
She didn’t worry about Mo Tu putting something weird in her food. After all, trust from the future still held.
If his future self is kind, so’s he now.
Mo Tu tasted the snack, frowning slightly after one bite.
“The cooking and texture aren’t right; it’s not as good as mine. If I ever get the chance, I’ll try making you something better next time.”
“Yeah.”
Night Star has eaten Mo Tu’s snacks before, which were indeed fantastic.
Inadvertently, she started ignoring the difference between past and present.
Now, her treatment of Mo Tu felt less like a stranger and more like a friend.
Actually, he’s a neighbor.
Perhaps because Mo Tu’s attitude toward her now is pretty much the same as in the future—always with that warm smile and gentle demeanor—that misleads Night Star.
“I live nearby. Anything you need, feel free to ask.”
“Mm-hmm…”
Night Star’s brain was getting muddled; her thoughts were almost at a standstill.
Now’s Mo Tu is super friendly, just like the future version.
Maybe, he’s also from the future?
“Right, what’s your name?” asked Mo Tu.
“Night Star…”
Okay, that’s out.
So, could it be that Mo Tu is a loli fetishist?
Huh…
Her eyes sharpened, eyeing Mo Tu warily.
Mo Tu: “……”
What’s with that look?
“Nothing, I’m going back. Maybe we’ll meet again sometime.”
“Alright, goodbye.”
As she walked away, Mo Tu pondered.
Finding such an intriguing anomaly was exciting.
Even so, he acted impulsively without gathering his thoughts.
Based on Night Star’s alertness, she noticed something suspicious.
Could his zeal have triggered suspicion in this loli?
“Sensitivity towards emotions, note that.”
Given that she suspects him, he needs to proceed carefully.
No discouragement for Mo Tu. Disarming Night Star’s wariness is his forte, after all.
But he didn’t realize that Night Star feared he might be a dangerous loli-lover, causing a bit of fear.
If he knew the truth, he’d likely gag on his bl**d.
“Name is Night Star… another called Night Lan within the base. Definitely linked. Too bad not knowing specifics. Whatever, not a big deal, ignore.”
Only one thing matters: the potential outbreak of the Supernova Star Eclipses somehow involves Night Star.
Just stay nearby and observe.
Perfect.
