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Qingran slipped into her favorite Hello Kitty baggy pajamas, the soft fabric draping comfortably over her frame. She towel-dried her hair lazily before tying it up into a loose bun.

As Qingran stepped out of her room, Lingquan walked beside her, his sleek black fur brushing against her leg. His deep blue eyes flickered with amusement, but before she could question it, her gaze landed on the couch—and she immediately stopped.

A large cat with thick, grayish-white fur sprawled lazily on the cushions, his tail curling idly over the armrest. His tufted ears twitched slightly, and when he lifted his head, golden eyes met hers with a calm, unreadable expression.

Qingran's brows furrowed. "…Where did that come from?"

Haoyu, now stirring from his nap, rubbed his eyes before sitting up. "Oh… you're back." His voice was still drowsy, but when he saw where she was looking, he perked up. "Oh, right! This is Lotus."

Qingran blinked. "Lotus?"