Chapter 478

Then, while the bathwater was running, the two spent a very meaningful and happy time together.

An hour later, Sakurakoji Talent, surrounded by steam, sat on the sofa in his pajamas, wiping his silver hair.

Beside her was Kotosatsuki, dressed in Ogura Asahi's clothes, but with a complicated Koto Satsuki in her eyes at the high-end women's clothing made of comfortable fabric.

The "lover" has many top-tier women's clothes at home, but they aren't hers... Isn't this a kind of Nt. R.?

On the other side, while Sakurakoji Talent was pondering how to start the conversation, he also harbored other thoughts.

Although it was supposedly to punish her, some things, once started, can easily go beyond the original plan...

However, he didn't regret it, or rather, this was somewhat in line with his original plan.

Although he has unlocked some of his power these past few days and has become quite strong, he remains anxious.

Currently, I am only good at self-preservation and general functionality; my ability to directly engage the enemy in combat remains limited.

Although he could use the power of nature to drag countless innocent people down with him, he wasn't a villain, so doing so wouldn't bring him any pleasure.

Well, at least we need to make use of all the treasures before we can have a real sense of security.

Although several couples have been unsealed in a short period of time, that's only because the first three couples were exceptional; it might not be so easy for the rest.

For example, with Kawaragi Momoka, we've tried so many times, but we still haven't been able to crack this tough nut. This shows that the limit isn't so easy to reach.

Ugh! What a scumbag woman!

It's obvious that she's not satisfied with just herself; she's also hopelessly infatuated with several other people!

Of course, the hardest part is the last, strongest, and most important one... I don't know how long it will take.

I just hope that an alien doesn't suddenly appear while he's quietly developing his power.

This interaction with Koto Satsuki didn't grant him any new abilities. He wondered if he should continue to cultivate their relationship like Kasumigaoka Utaha did, since the foundation between them wasn't strong enough.

Could it be because...? A chill ran down his spine. A disheartening thought suddenly surfaced in his mind: No way... He didn't tell him either...

However, given His condition and spirit, it's perfectly normal that He wouldn't speak so clearly, or perhaps He simply forgot to say it...

"..."

Sigh, why am I so unlucky...

His gaze slid to Koto Satsuki, whose exquisite figure and fair, rosy skin reminded him of the enchanting scene in the bathroom earlier.

Indeed, competitive children are just adorable!

They said that doing this would make him Ouka Mai, and that simply washing him wasn't enough; they also did everything Ouka Mai had done to him last time...

However, if he hadn't broken down her defenses before, she probably wouldn't have agreed so easily.

What is she thinking right now?

Koto Satsuki's Hands were intertwined and squeezed tightly together. Only now, as her body temperature gradually cooled, did she realize how outrageous she had been just now!

"!!!"

Koto Satsuki! What have you done?!

Spurred by the lingering effects of what he had previously requested, she added even more irreversible things.

But there's nothing we can do about it...

What's the difference between doing one thing and doing everything? He stole her first kiss and said he would take responsibility... Her beautiful eyes quietly fell on Sakurakoji Talent.

The dazzling silvery glow after a bath, the skin so smooth and rosy, the Angel face, the healthy physique only seen by intimate friends... I have to say, who could resist this?!

Even the most discerning person in terms of choosing a partner would find no fault with her.

Now, their relationship is no longer the distant one, but something much deeper... She covered her face and slammed her angry face against the sofa cushion.

How so?

She only intended to pretend to be his lover, to provoke Ouka Mai, and to make her submit to her... How did it turn out like this?

What should I do next? Do I really have to make him take responsibility for me, become his lover, or even marry him?

Um... thinking about this, she hesitated a bit.

She didn't know if it was because she wasn't ready yet, or because of her concerns about Ouka Mai.

In short, she is indeed very confused right now...

Chapter 439 Because I'm a scumbag.

"What are you planning to do next? Are you staying overnight?"

Seeing that she didn't speak, Sakurakoji Talent asked jokingly.

"Wh-what?!"

Koto Satsuki's face flushed even more, and her body, leaning against the sofa, was extremely stiff.

"Didn't you want me to take responsibility? You can stay here tonight and sleep until your aunt gets off work tomorrow morning, okay?"

He smiled mockingly, his expression almost bursting out of control.

To be honest, he'd always wanted to say this to someone, but unfortunately, he never had the chance. What a pity!

Hmm, I wonder if I'll ever have the chance to use it again...

Although he is not extremely wealthy at the moment, taking on the responsibility of supporting dozens of people's lives... is no pressure for him at all.

He employs countless staff members in any of his companies, factories, studios, etc.

Even if they receive better treatment and higher salaries, it doesn't mean much to him.

Speaking of which, weren't Mom and the others saying before that they were worried there wouldn't be enough money in the house to go around?

It was probably just the worrying of parents—in his opinion, this concern was somewhat unnecessary.

Putting aside the fact that he will continue to make money in the Mirai, just considering the identities of those potential daughters-in-law she's worried about, many of them come from wealthy families and are not short of money at all...

Koto Satsuki and Hoshino Ai's family backgrounds are, after all, rare. Of course, Okura Rumin is indeed a bit too extreme...

But on average, she can probably still reach the level of Yōkadō Sakuri after inheriting the family fortune—average is a terrifying thing!

In reality, even if he divided his current assets equally among everyone he knows, each person would have enough to buy several Loft Apartment in Tokyo —as a capitalist who plays in finance rather than industry, it's really a shame he has so much cash.

"Well, that won't be necessary for now..."

Koto Satsuki tapped her fingers, her cheeks burning.

Based on her biology grades, she could probably guess what would happen if she actually spent the night here... She wasn't prepared for that!

Although, judging from the current situation, it was probably only a matter of time...

"But,"

She cleared her thin voice, forcing herself to regain her composure, "Now that we're lovers, I'd like to know a few other things."

"Hmm? What is it?"

Koto Satsuki raised her eyebrows, playing with her drooping black hair, her earnest gaze gently landing in his eyes. "I want to know, what you previously brushed off, what you only told your lover and family, is no longer a problem, right?"

"Are you alright?"

Do you really think it's possible to turn back now?

Koto Satsuki retorted with his previous words, clearly annoyed.

He had previously said that once he heard it, there was no turning back, but at this point, their relationship was beyond repair.

If she invests so much and can't even get a little information, then she'll have lost everything tonight.

Receiving the seriousness and insistence in her gaze, Sakurakoji Talent's expression softened, and he nodded helplessly, "I understand. Then ask away, my 'lover'."

"... First of all, I want to know, why have you kept refusing to accept Ouka Mai's confession?"

Pressing down on her rapidly beating heart, she clenched her fist and asked the first question, feigning nonchalance.

"While I admit that everyone has different preferences, you don't seem to dislike her that much, otherwise you wouldn't allow her to keep bothering you, would you?"

This was the question that puzzled her the most. If it were an ordinary person, they could explain it away by saying they had no choice or were not worthy to do so. But given his circumstances, he was fully capable of getting rid of the scheming Ouka Mai.

However, he maintained a distant relationship with her, which suggests that he wasn't entirely indifferent to her.

"Are you asking such a difficult question right from the start?"

Sakurakoji Talent raised an eyebrow. "But it's fine, it's good to explain everything at once."

He placed the wet towel on the coffee table, then straightened up, his expression subtly changing; his previous casual and natural demeanor vanished in an instant.

His gaze gradually drifted into the distance, revealing a faint sense of distance and aloofness.

"As you guessed, although it's not my whole heart, I do have feelings of liking and love for True Wei —is it too much of a jerk to say this in front of my 'lover'?"

"But now that things have come to this... haha~ I have absolutely no right or standing to deny it."

He sighed heavily, and his spirits quickly sank again.

Once upon a time, he was just an innocent little boy who liked staying at home, respected his elders, cared for his younger sister, had no interest in the opposite sex, had normal values, and was sunny and cheerful.

I never imagined that in just a few short months, he would become so... indescribable!

The precious boy, nurtured and cultivated by his parents and family for over a decade, vanished into the world of Omni-Anime... Indeed! The fault wasn't his, but the entire world's!

"Then, why...?"

Upon hearing him say that he liked Ouka Mai, Koto Satsuki suddenly felt a pang of sadness.

If that's the case, why did he treat me like that tonight?

Could it be that he thinks she's easy to bully and just wants to play around with her before marrying Ouka Mai...? In an instant, these scenarios flashed through her mind.

"Because I'm a jerk."

He answered nonchalantly, with a "what's the use" attitude, his arms draped over the back of the sofa, looking like a dead pig that doesn't fear boiling water.

Koto Satsuki suddenly realized what was happening, and felt a sense of relief, as if she had just understood.

Ah, I see, that makes sense... Yeah, right!

She stared at him intently, her eyes seeming to want to devour him whole.

"Don't look at me like that. Even if you do, it doesn't change the fact that I'm a jerk."

Sakurakoji Talent avoided her gaze, his tone slightly guilty.

"Be serious."

Koto Satsuki a reproachful sound.

"I'm being very serious... Okay, I'll explain it to you in more detail."

He stood up, striking the classic Saiyan who's been humiliated. "Actually, I have a serious illness."

Koto Satsuki's eyes were numb, filled with mockery. "I can see that. What a pity, I'm not qualified to present you with this award."

"Stop kidding me~ I'm serious!"

Mimicking her tone, he retorted coquettishly.

"Eek~"

She hugged her arms, feeling a chill run down her spine.

Ignoring her reaction, he continued to explain in detail, "Actually, since I was little... this and that... this and that..."

Through a narrative style that evokes sorrow and tears, yet also a bittersweet feeling, he meticulously recounted his past to her in a novelistic manner.

Ugh... Am I going to have to keep explaining things like this from now on? Just thinking about it makes me tired...

Ten minutes later.

"... Although I know a woman who doesn't trust her lover isn't a good girlfriend, I'm sorry,"

Koto Satsuki looked at him with regret and apology, her exquisitely beautiful face tinged with sadness.

"Years of compulsory education and cultural upbringing don't allow me to believe such a bizarre story. It's more believable that a philandering Young Master is deceiving an innocent girl and arousing her maternal instincts to sympathize with her."

"As expected of you, I knew you would say that!"

Sakurakoji Talent closed one eye, gave her a thumbs-up, and expressed his appreciation for her composure.

"But unfortunately, it's all true."