Starting With SSS-rank: I Get A New Skill Every Livestream-Chapter 64: Taking care

Kyle was standing beside a mailbox, arms crossed and head lowered.

It was close to eight. The sky had lost its brightness, and the full moon flickered in and out from behind drifting clouds.

He wore a hood that covered his head, but no mask for now. He was only waiting. But yes, what he was about to do would require him to hide his face as well.

He had just finished his run and intended to test his powers. Before that, though, he needed to meet someone.

[Host, an arrangement has been made.]

The system suddenly notified him.

[The host can now live stream using the system feature.]

Kyle hummed in surprise. ’Where are the cameras?’

[Do not worry, host. Your viewers will receive the best possible angles during the stream. You can also view their comments and the challenges they provide.]

’Challenges?’

[Indeed, host. Your viewers can assign quests, which will reward you with System Points.]

That sounded interesting. But still, "What exactly is the benefit of SP apart from leveling up?"

[The host will unlock additional features where SP can be used. These features will become available upon leveling up.]

[To level up, the host requires 1000 SP.]

[Soul Points: 1361]

Kyle hummed in acknowledgment. Interesting.

He currently had around thirteen hundred SP, thanks to the ghoul he hunted back then. He could easily level up now, but he preferred to push his mortal limits first and strengthen his affinity a bit more before advancing.

Yes, the new system feature would definitely help him, but considering how much he had progressed in just a week, he knew it would not take more than a month to reach his current ceiling.

So, better to wait and then enjoy the reward.

Not long after, a black car approached him.

Kyle slowly lifted his head. The vehicle looked sleek and expensive. The serpent emblem rising from the front of the bonnet made it clear it was worth millions.

He could not help but remark, "You’re loaded, aren’t you?"

Veronica shook her head with a smile. "This is just a necessity. I need to maintain a reputation as the Commander, you know."

She closed the door and walked toward him. "How are your injuries? And what happened that you slept for two days?"

Kyle rubbed the back of his head. "Going through a lifetime of changes in just a few days... it’s natural to feel a bit lethargic. Sorry for worrying you."

Veronica faltered. She had come prepared to scold him, rehearsing her words the entire ride, only to stumble the moment she saw that sheepish smile.

Groaning, she muttered, "At least leave a message the next time you decide to go into hibernation."

Kyle grinned. "So? Why did you want to see me so urgently?" When he had asked her earlier where he could use Genesis without being targeted by the PSC, she had told him to wait for her.

Veronica stayed silent. She walked back to the car and pulled out a small bag from the backseat.

"Here." She handed it to him. "There are small devices inside. They work like EMPs for cameras and Genesis sensors. They create a temporary field that gives you a window to go all out. But don’t rely on them too much. Keep your eyes and ears open."

She continued, "And don’t use them near any hotspot. The surveillance department will immediately dispatch troops to investigate. I’ve already sent you a list of places that are least monitored."

Kyle nodded, peeking into the bag. Several large capsules were packed neatly inside.

"You came prepared this time, huh?" he said with a smile.

Veronica huffed. "I knew you wouldn’t listen and stay at home. I’ve been thinking about giving these to you for a while now."

Kyle sighed before looking up. "I have... caused you a lot of trouble, haven’t I?"

She had erased footage of him wandering around and causing havoc. She had been risking her position, even her freedom, for him. And now, she had taken the time to bring him these high-tech tools, just so he could train safely.

Veronica shrugged. "You can pay me back by treating me to dinner."

Kyle perked up. "Yeah, sure. What do you prefer? Western, traditional or something else? I know some of the best places in town."

Veronica shook her head. "Honestly, I’m tired of fancy food. I’d rather have handmade noodles than some exquisite blanshehdyer."

Kyle chuckled. "That’s not even a dish."

Veronica grumbled, "With the kind of ridiculous names they give to their dishes, I wouldn’t be surprised if something like that actually exists."

Kyle found this side of the Commander oddly endearing. It was clear she had no love for the pretentious food served in high-end places.

Humming, he said, "Then I’ll cook for you. How about tomorrow? I don’t have classes, so you can come over."

Veronica shook her head. "Your place has been under strict surveillance since this morning. It’s too risky." Then, a little hesitantly, she added, "How about you come over to my place...?"

Kyle blinked in surprise. "Are you sure? I don’t mind, but... don’t you live with your family?"

Veronica gave a faint smile. "No, I live alone."

Kyle realized he had made a mistake bringing up her family. That smile did not match the emotion in her eyes.

Instead of pressing further or offering hollow sympathy, he said lightly, "Then I’ll become the second occupant, temporarily, at your place tomorrow. I’ll come around eleven with all the ingredients. Send me your address, and be ready for some mess and noise. Not in the wrong sense though..." He chuckled, realizing how that sounded.

Veronica giggled, shaking her head. "Alright then, see you tomorrow. I’ll be waiting."

She stepped forward and raised her hand out of habit.

Kyle sighed. "That’s not exactly how two friends act, is it?" He moved closer and gave her a light hug. "There. Have a safe trip back home, okay?"

"Mm..." Veronica responded softly.

As soon as they parted, she hurried back to the car, not wanting him to see her face.

Kyle waved at her as she drove away.

Then, he slung the bag over his shoulder and left the place.

Let’s see how much he has improved.