What's Wrong with Adding One More Genius to Omni-Anime?!

Kitagawa Marin chuckled, hands on her hips, and walked towards the sink. "Make yourself at home, I'll go wash up."

"..."

While she was washing up, Sakurakoji Talent strolled over to her bedside, which she hadn't had time to fold, took off his shoes, and pounced on her, taking the opportunity to recover his tired spirits.

If it were someone else, they might care a lot about this, but she certainly wouldn't.

Even if he did care, he could say it was to get revenge for her visiting "his room" last time.

The lingering, mingled fragrances from an unknown source on the bed quickly enveloped him, beginning to invade his olfactory fortress.

Just as his passive defense was about to be breached, Kitagawa Marin returned.

"Sakurakoji-kun, your pancakes are so delicious! Did you really make them yourself?!"

The boisterous, energetic voice woke him from his near-sleep, and he slowly sat up.

"Yes."

"You're even this good at cooking? This is bad!"

Sure enough, Kitagawa Marin as if she didn't see him lying on her bed, happily munching on pancakes, her eyes crinkling with laughter.

"I'm glad you like it."

"I love it! It tastes even better than those trendy restaurants outside! Haha~ I hope I can eat here more often in the future~"

She winked and blinked rapidly in their direction.

"... You can eat it anytime you want, just let me know. I often cook for myself anyway, and you're always welcome to come over—provided I'm there."

"Really?! Thank you! Long live Sakurakoji-kun!"

"Kokoro! Kokoro not to fall!"

"Ah, really! That was close!"

"..."

"By the way, Sakurakoji-kun, would you like to stay at my place for a while?"

After eating and drinking to their hearts' content, Kitagawa Marin offered suggestions.

The reason he came here today is because yesterday, when we were discussing making Cosplay Costume for them, he mentioned that he hadn't read much of the original work yet.

So she kindly offered to lend him the complete DVD set of "Flower Princess Fierce!!!!"

He certainly wouldn't refuse such a golden opportunity that came knocking on his door.

Rather, he hasn't bought the anime DVD yet because he's been waiting for this moment... Haha, he's really quite cunning!

"That way you can take less, isn't that great?"

As she spoke, her already made-up face flushed slightly, and her red eyes inadvertently avoided his gaze.

"Okay, but I have something to do this afternoon, so I can only watch it after lunch."

"OK~ I'll put the disc in now!"

"By the way, Kitagawa-classmate, are you home alone on the weekend?"

His gaze followed the back of this innocent-looking hot girl, and he used his traditional skill of asking a question he already knew the answer to.

"Well~ I come from a single-parent family. My mother passed away a long time ago, and after I started high school, my father was transferred to another job and wasn't home much. So, like Sakurakoji-kun, I basically live alone~"

Kitagawa Marin smoothly changed the discs, seemingly unaffected by the questions.

"Oh, I see. Then just tell me what problems you encounter. I have more experience in this area than you do."

"Okay! Thanks!"

This topic didn't last long. Soon, after the disc was set up, the monitor started playing this animation, which was supposedly "for children."

A plain-looking female student with black hair knelt on the ground and cried, with a flower pet floating beside her.

'Dad, Mom... am I really that much of a hindrance?'

'Would someone like me have been better off never existing?'

'Your Neon...'

'I... I just wanted to have love...'

'But Soma-kun... Soma-kun doesn't love me either!'

Tears fell, staining the Flower Jewel with a dark hue, and an aura of darkness exploded and spread with a 'bang!'.

'Neon! No! If you keep releasing darkness...!'

Darkening effect transition...

After the event ended, a mature woman with white hair, dressed in black, and wearing a military cap, Nikaido Neon (Black Lobelia version), stood proudly in the camera's view—and even struck a pose!

It has to be said, the villainous characters are just better looking than the originals! It's no wonder that those who appreciate good looks like them... Sakurakoji Talent stares at the screen, lost in thought.

In the end, it seems that values are still dictated by physical appearance. What a wicked world...

He and Kitagawa Marin sat on the floor of her room, leaning against the wall on a blood-red beanbag chair, with two Drinks on the black coffee table in front of them.

Two or three hours had passed since they started watching the film.

"As expected, the dark costume looks really good."

"Yes, why is that?"

"Isn't it because the audience likes these clichéd plot points?"

"Haha! It's possible!"

"That's the Flower Jewel... Hey, Kitagawa-classmate, do you think it's better to make it yourself or just buy a ready-made one?"

"Hmm... I don't really know, what do you think, Sakurakoji-kun?"

"It's the same for me. It's not difficult to do. Just drop some of the prepared gel on it and let it solidify. Just pay attention to the shape."

"Then it's up to you! I will obey your arrangements completely!"

"Okay, fine then..."

"Speaking of which Shion- chan is so assertive towards everyone except her older sister~ So cute~ I can't stand it~!"

"... Oh, right, Kitagawa-classmate."

"What's wrong?"

"What do you think about the recent trend of magical girls who, despite being called magical girls, don't use magic and instead engage in hand-to-hand combat or shooting?"

"Um... Sakurakoji-kun, your focus is quite peculiar."

"This is a very important issue! It concerns the direction and Mirai of the industry! We can't afford not to discuss it properly!"

"Oh, oh... why are you so enthusiastic?"

"... It's probably because I've been taking on a lot of industry work lately, and I've inadvertently been putting in a bit more effort."

"I see! That makes sense! The enthusiasm of otaku ordering Cosplay Costume is not to be underestimated!"

"It's not quite like that..."

He was actually referring to the missions in Light Novel, manga, and games.

Besides them, where would he find the time or inclination to make Cosplay Costume for others? Could they even afford it?

But there's no way to explain it to her...

Kitagawa Marin leaned back on the sofa, her elbows resting on the backrest, her hands supporting her cheeks, half of her body facing him.

Realizing their current state, her pretty face flushed red, and her heart pounded wildly.

Wait, wait, wait!!! This is too fast!

That's absolutely right! It's definitely true! Because, because, because...

The two of them are alone in their own home, this is definitely a home date!

She secretly glanced to the side and met his gaze, which met half of that incredibly alluring and stunningly beautiful face.

Even though it was only half of him, he was still breathtakingly beautiful, and because of the closer distance, she could faintly sense a special aura emanating from him...

Ah, ahh!! Like a stuck machine, she stiffly turned her neck back, a blush spreading across her face.

Congee!

Wait a minute! This is way too hot and exciting!

She quickly took a few deep breaths to cool herself down and calm her racing heart.

Qiu~

Take another look... he seems even more dazzling and handsome than before...

Ughhhhhhh!!!

This is really bad! It's really bad for your heart!!

She frantically tried to maintain her balance, feeling like she was about to get a fever.

'Having a date at home with someone who loves porridge is just wonderful! I wish this moment could last forever~'

While she was filled with anticipation, the flower pet on TV provided the answer:

'That's impossible, Desu!!!'

'...'

The extremely coincidental timing sent a chill down Kitagawa Marin's spine; she felt as if she had been caught stealing.

Waaaaah~ She was crying silently in her heart.

With time running out, Sakurakoji Talent stopped watching after this episode ended.

"Kitagawa-classmate, are you hungry?"

"Huh? Not yet, because I ate the pancakes you gave me."

He brought two muffins, which she ate entirely; it was quite a generous portion.

"Really? But it's almost lunchtime now. May I use the kitchen? Cooking takes some time."

By the time he finishes cooking, she should have almost finished digesting it.

"Eh? Sakurakoji-kun, shall we do it? Or should I...?"

"Absolutely not!"

He held her soft, fragrant shoulders, his gaze so serious it was almost frightening.

"Ahem! What I mean is, since we have this rare opportunity, let me show you my skills!"

He awkwardly changed the subject.

Although her cooking isn't inedible, and it wouldn't cause any harm, it's just barely edible... I'd better cook for myself.

"Oh, oh, well, your desserts are so delicious, the main courses must be wonderful too!"

Kitagawa Marin didn't think much of it and cheered him on with a smile that held an expectant look in her eyes.

What kind of delicious food will Sakurakoji-kun make? I can't wait!

Chapter 442 Sakurakoji Park and Yuihama Platform.

Onions, chicken, tomatoes, milk...

He went into the kitchen, checked the refrigerator, and as he expected, there wasn't much food.

For Kitagawa Marin, who has just entered high school and has little cooking experience, although she tries to cook, is it because she doesn't cook enough, or is it a matter of talent...?

In short, you can't expect her to reach the Shiina Mahiru in cooking.

Especially when living alone, it's a blessing if there's even a little bit of food in the refrigerator.

But with such scarce raw materials, it was really hard for him to muster the desire to start.

After greeting her, Sakurakoji Talent went out to a nearby supermarket and quickly bought some things before returning.