Chapter 451

Honestly, even among those who have regressed from their usual tsundere nature, there are very few as extreme as her.

When someone's words don't match their true feelings to the extreme, resorting to physical attacks and temper tantrums at the slightest disagreement... it's hard for them not to lose.

You're both tsundere, so why can't you learn from Touma Kazusa, Sakurajima Mai, Ichigaya Arisa, Kansai Shizuha...? Isn't that just too much?

Then at least, she should learn from Ichiji Hoshika and Ebizuka Tomo, something a little more challenging than her usual arrogant and tsundere style... What about being cute?

... Tsk, I didn't realize how many arrogant people I have around me until I counted them.

Sure enough, with a large number of people, you can get any attribute you want.

"Putting me next to this innocent girl makes me feel really awkward... Even compared to Megumi, Mashiro is..."

In a tiny studio, there are two incredibly rare "three-no" individuals Shiina Mashiro and Kato Megumi!

"So, there's been no progress yet, right?"

He ignored her nonsense and went straight to the point about the truth she was trying to hide.

"..."

"This won't do; you can't avoid facing your weaknesses."

"I... I know! But... but you have to understand, there are things like reputation, social connections, and family in this world..."

"Your parents don't even care that you draw erotic comics, they even help you sell them... Why are you so concerned?"

"..."

Eriri curled up even tighter, her face almost buried in the book, her pretty cheeks burning.

"Alright, I'll give you a little more time. If you still can't become frank, I'll have to give you special training!"

"Special... special training?"

Hehe~

Sakurakoji Talent gave a dangerous smirk. "That's a terrifying, incredibly shameful... special training. Be prepared."

"!!!"

Eriri flailed her arms to maintain her balance, nearly falling backward along with the chair. Luckily Shiina Mashiro caught her. "W-what are you going to do to me?!"

"Although it's not quite like that, just use the idea that's currently in your head as a benchmark."

"How... how did you know what I was thinking...?"

Her voice grew softer and softer, and she became increasingly hesitant.

"Heh, you should ask who in this room, besides Mashiro, doesn't know what you're thinking."

He gave a cold laugh and looked away from her humiliating state.

Eriri Kokoro glanced around the room. Aside from Shiina Mashiro, who still looked adorably dazed and tilted her Shiina Mashiro, the faces of the others were noticeable: Aoyama Nanami averting her gaze, Kato Megumi with a cold, lifeless look in her eyes, and Kasumigaoka Utaha with a mocking smile...

"Waaaaaah!!!"

She spun her chair 180 degrees and slammed her fair forehead, framed by icy skin, repeatedly onto the worktable.

Ignoring her, he walked over to Shiina Mashiro and softly asked, "Mashiro, how's your manga coming along lately?"

Among this group of filthy "adults," Shiina Mashiro is as innocent as a Shiro-chan. I wonder if she's ever read Eriri's manga... I doubt it.

"I haven't drawn much lately."

Shiina Mashiro responded in a soft, emotionless voice.

"Huh? Why?"

Because my heart is aching...

Shiina Mashiro pressed her hand to her chest, her gaze fixed on him, a hint of resentment faintly visible in it.

"It's all because of Talent and Utaha that such a heartbreaking story was written..."

She blinked her big eyes, as if waiting for him to say something.

"..."

"Because of her Talent and Utaha, she wrote such a heartbreaking story..."

"..."

"Because..."

"Okay, okay,"

He pressed down on her rounded shoulders, stopping her from continuing, "Just tell me what you want to do."

You are responsible for your Talent.

"Um?"

"You have to take responsibility for my Talent."

"Hmm... what should I do?"

I think we talked about this topic last time.

"Talent, you have to take responsibility for me and my unborn child..."

"Young Master! What did you do to Mashiro?!"

"Wait! You heard the whole thing, right? It's not what you think at all! The child she was referring to was a manga! Calm down, Nanami!"

"..."

After a flurry of activity, he quickly escaped, sat down on the sofa, and wearily beckoned to Kato Megumi, "Megumi, get me a glass of water..."

"Okay, barley tea, is that alright?"

"Hmm? They also have barley tea here, who bought it?"

"No, unfortunately, the tea here is all mid-to-high-grade Black tea and Green tea... I was just saying that to put it another way."

As she spoke, Kato Megumi bent down to pour the cooled red sauce from the coffee table for him.

If it were Aoyama Nanami, she would casually ask if he needed another pot of tea—her clumsy manner was similar to Aoyama Nanami's when he hadn't received any training.

The gaps in her bent-over Maid Outfit accentuated her already adorable figure, making her even more stunning. Paired with her cute and serene profile, she truly embodied the phrase "gentle and beautiful woman" to an all-time high.

Hmm~ If he were a medieval lord, she would probably have already started cosplaying as Miss Liulichuan by now.

He lightly touched the teacup with his fingertips, took the teacup she offered with Hands, and took a big gulp.

How's your programming learning going lately? Have you encountered any difficulties?

"Well, how should I put it?"

Kato Megumi stood ramrod straight to the side, speaking calmly and slowly, "Because some parts require university-level math knowledge, it will be somewhat difficult, but the simpler parts at the beginning are not too bad."

"Moreover, since it's a mature workflow, there are many tutorials online, and the parts that are needed aren't very difficult. If you spend the time, it should be manageable."

Her Maid Outfit differed from Aoyama Nanami's formal attire; it was a "modified version" from the maid Cafe.

But that's precisely why it's even more pleasing to the eye!

He was considering whether to have another maid outfit made for Aoyama Nanami soon... After all, the juniors are doing this, so she, as the senior, should set a good example!

"That's good~ Feel free to ask me any questions! I have quite a few insights into studying!"

"Okay, sure."

"Also, in order to connect with the otaku community, have you been watching any recent works?"

"Because Eriri bought a lot of works and put them here, I've seen quite a few."

"Huh? Is that so?"

He glanced at Eriri, who was still tapping her head—don't break the table!

"Nanami, pull that person back to normal."

"I see."

Aoyama Nanami straightened up and walked gracefully to Eriri's side. He grabbed her collar with one hand to stop her from continuing her muscle memory movement of banging her head on the ground with her eyes swirling in the air, while he repeatedly slapped her face with the other hand.

"..."

Nanami has become violent too... He wisely averted his gaze and continued speaking to Kato Megumi, "You continue."

"Because this place is spacious, has plenty of snacks, and feels like a secret base, we put all the otaku-themed works we've recently bought here for everyone to share, which also saves us money."

She added, "Because Eriri's parents often have acquaintances visiting, she prefers to stay here."

"I see, that's a good idea."

Sakurakoji Talent nodded in agreement, which was a pleasant surprise.

Whatever their purpose, as long as they can stay here long enough, that's all that matters.

So, for Eriri, doesn't this studio simultaneously serve multiple purposes: her own home, a secret haven, and a studio for Kousaka Akane's invitations...?

The ingredients are a bit too complicated, haha, I'm exaggerating a bit!

After exchanging a few more words with Kato Megumi, he finally arrived at the side of Kasumigaoka Utaha, who had been waiting for a long time, her muscles stiff and unable to do anything, feeling uneasy and anxious.

"Sorry to keep you waiting, Senpai Utaha ~"

He smiled knowingly, his eyes, which were turned away from the others, filled with mockery.

Kasumigaoka Utaha flinched, but still managed to maintain her composure, saying, "What are you talking about, Talent-kun? I didn't keep you waiting long."

"Really? Then let me check your... recent work."

He sat down next to her quite naturally, and, hidden by the desk, quietly put one arm around her waist.

"...!"

Kasumigaoka Utaha felt a surge of crimson, a mixture of fear and sweetness in her heart.

"Let's start with the common route section you gave me before, hmm~!!"

"What's wrong, Senpai Utaha?"

Despite saying this, his hands never stopped moving, becoming increasingly bold and gradually moving downwards... making it impossible for Kasumigaoka Utaha to remain calm.

But compared to this point that she could barely accept, the "enemy" who shifted the battlefield to the front as time went on finally made her feel uncontrollably uncomfortable.

Chapter 416 The Fourth Ability.

Ignoring her almost pleading gaze, he mouthed the words and smiled, signaling her to continue.

"... I think the essence of the common route lies in the character of Shiri. Compared to the clingy, slightly yandere ex-girlfriend, the magnanimous, tolerant, and dignified senior from school or workplace is more suitable for the male protagonist..."

Seeing that her pleas were in vain, Kasumigaoka Utaha had her own method. She used her limbs Hands to restrain him, preventing him from continuing to move, and barely managed to continue the explanation and communication.

But--

Two minutes later, due to time constraints and not intending to listen to the rest of her report, Sakurakoji Talent took his leave. "Hmm, I think that's a good perspective, but fairness should be maintained when developing characters and plot."

"Yours... no, Shiri's role is a bit too much. We need to stick to the main storyline."

"Please revise it later. That's all for today. I have other things to do and I really have to go now."

After saying that, he pulled his left hand back with a little force, and the sudden drop in temperature made him feel a moment of reluctance.

Watching his departing figure, Kasumigaoka Utaha felt a pang of panic.

What happened? Did I do something wrong to cause him to leave me so hastily?

Should I have stopped him just now...? No, no, no! But that was just too much...!

Her emotions were in a state of confusion and shyness, and she couldn't even remember what to say in farewell.

"Oh, right, Young Master!"

Just as he opened the door to leave the room, Aoyama Nanami called out to him, "Miss Ashiri says she has something she wants to tell you. Please meet with her when you have time."

"Ashiri? I understand, I'll go later."

Is Ashiri looking for him? What happened?

Could it be that he misses his sister? No way!

Knowing he was quite busy, she wouldn't bother him unless she had something to do.

Or perhaps... she already knows what he said at the mansion?