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She had heard Shuya mention Ayase's constitution, but had never actually fought against her, so she didn't know how powerful it would be when activated.

However, years of experience have taught her that she should not underestimate any opponent.

For example, the Russians had absolutely no idea that the more vodka they drank, the more their fighting ability increased.

Of course, the most terrifying thing is the Russians whose vodka stockpile has been destroyed.

Yukino abandoned her thoughts and launched the first attack.

Shuya watched her fight against Ayase.

Yukino's swordsmanship and footwork are as elegant as a butterfly in flight, yet within this beauty, a sharp edge can suddenly burst forth.

Comparatively speaking, Ayase is much worse.

Ultimately, he was someone who hadn't experienced much combat, and he was lacking in many aspects.

But a miraculous physique that transcends experience is an ability that's like having a cheat code.

Besides wanting to help Ayase practice, Yukino also wanted to see her physique, so she deliberately put pressure on Ayase during the battle, successfully making her activate her physique.

Ayase's eyes became vacant for a moment, and her swordsmanship level increased exponentially.

Yukino had been holding back, and when Ayase suddenly unleashed her power, she immediately suffered a loss.

A murderous aura and the glint of a blade flashed together.

Ayase slashed out with her sword a few times, Yukino was forced back several steps without realizing it. In her barely managed to parry, the tip of Ayase's katana slashed towards Yukino's throat.

The stimulation of the blade's edge inevitably awakened Yukino's fighting instincts.

Her pupils contracted slightly as the ice blade blocked Ayase's katana.

Then, she spoke softly, "Freeze it..."

A terrifying chill emanated from the point of contact between the blades, and in the blink of an eye, Ayase was encased in ice without any resistance.

A small iceberg appeared in the garden, crystal clear and sparkling.

Ayase was frozen awake from the activation of her physical constitution, but she couldn't move. She could only frantically roll her eyes, her internal energy being activated, and she was fighting against the confinement from the Strange Arts with all her might.

"Wow!"

Yuigahama wide-eyed, completely stunned.

"Yukino- chan, Yukino- chan, you're taking this too seriously. Looks like your training isn't quite up to par yet~"

Shuya lazily delivered a wave of sarcasm.

"Shut up."

Yukino threw a lump of ice at him, Shuya caught it, holding it up to look at the sky.

Very beautiful.

Yukino went over and untied the small iceberg covering Ayase.

"It's so cold!"

"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to."

Yukino apologized, feeling embarrassed.

Ayase hugged her arms and rubbed them together. This was ice created by Strange Arts, and her own energy couldn't provide much warmth.

The difference in their levels was too great; if Yukino hadn't held back, she would have frozen to death instantly.

"Looks like this is all we can do for today."

Shuya said, "You should go take a shower to warm yourself up, or you'll catch a cold."

"Okay, okay---Let's go together, Yukino- senpai!"

"Why should I... Sigh, okay."

When Yukino saw Ayase shivering from the cold, her heart softened and she agreed.

Yuigahama quickly raised her hand. "I want to join too!"

"Why? This has nothing to do with Yuigahama, right?"

"It's alright, my bathroom is quite big, there's enough room for all of you."

Shuya smiled slightly.

The bathroom was a normal size when he bought the house, but it became much larger after he renovated it.

As for why he made the modifications, it's best not to explain.

"It's not a matter of size, okay?"

Yukino rolled her eyes at Shuya, but eventually reluctantly let Ayase and Yuigahama pull her into the bathroom.

Shuya had no interest in peeking.

He was squatting in the garden, scrolling through his phone.

"Speaking of which, I feel like I've forgotten something..."

Shuya muttered to himself, unconsciously opening Twitter.

He was scrolling absentmindedly when he came across an account.

Sakurajima Mai.

"Oh right! I think I was giving her the silent treatment, how did this all disappear?"

Shuya scratched his head. "Am I getting old lately? I feel like my memory is declining."

He started muttering to himself.

"But I'll hold off on contacting her for now. Let's wait and see."

He checked and saw that Mai's account didn't have any new posts.

The latest tweet is yesterday's "Good morning".

Shuya looked at it and suddenly said strangely, "Are people like this nowadays? There are so few replies... Have they all gone to promote other people?"

He found it a bit strange, but considering people's behavior these days, it couldn't really be said to be abnormal.

Who isn't a fan of one particular brand?

Shuya stopped dwelling on the matter and returned to the living room.

The ice he left in the garden has melted most of it in the spring sun; it will probably disappear soon.

"We're done washing, senior."

Ayase was drying her hair with a towel, obediently reported.

"Really... By the way, you don't need to tell me. Yukino over there is already watching me."

"I didn't think you were a perverted lolicon and wanted to call the police."

"Wow, I'm so envious! Xiaoxue and Shu-chan have such a good relationship!"

"Yes, Shuya- senpai and Yukino- senpai have always been very close."

"Yuigahama -san, Ayase, are you sure your eyes are okay?"

Yukino frowned.

Shuya didn't react, but instead said, "By the way, Yukino- chan, has Mai -chan been looking for you lately?"

No, what's wrong?

Yukino her head and asked in confusion.

"It's nothing, just asking."

Shuya shrugged.

"Yeah."

Yukino didn't seem to care much, and simply turned to chat with Yuigahama and Ayase.

Actually, she was mainly just listening.

After playing around for a while, Yuigahama said goodbye and went home.

Ayase and Yukino continued their casual conversation, without Shuya joining in.

He lay listlessly on the sofa when news came from Kyousuke.

Kyousuke: "The plan is ready. Now all that's left is to wait for Kirino to fall into the trap."

Kyousuke: "She's definitely done for this time, hahaha!"

Shuya typed helplessly, "Don't go too far."

Kyousuke: "Hmph! This time I'm going to make that spoiled little sister taste defeat! I can't wait to see her face when her brother, whom she's always looked down on, finds out her secret!"

Kyousuke: "Even Shuya can't stop me!"

Kyousuke: "Today, I am even above Asura!"

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Seeing this, Shuya stopped trying to persuade him.

But... who said I stopped you because of Kirino?

I was just trying to save you, silly boy.

Do you really think you, a weakling, can beat Kirino exercises every day?

Even if you dare to fight back and beat Kirino, you'll be facing a double whammy from your parents.

No matter how I look at it, all I see is loss and defeat.

After finishing his conversation with Kyousuke, Shuya put down his phone and turned around to see Ayase and Yukino, who had changed into aprons, cooking together.

They were different heights, but both had long, straight black hair, and from behind, they looked like a pair of very close sisters.

Besides, their voices are very similar.

Just then, Ayase finished cooking a dish and picked up a little bit for Yukino to taste.

Yukino bent down and put the chopsticks in her mouth, nodding with a serious expression. Encouraged, Ayase smiled happily, and Yukino's gaze softened upon seeing this.

The interaction between the beautiful girls is such a lovely scene.

... How about casting a male supporting character from Houbunsha next time?

Shuya thought to himself.

He then watched TV for a while, and Kyousuke sent him a short video.

He secretly took photos from down the stairs and captured Kirino pacing around the entrance, looking like she was searching for something.

Kyousuke: "It's confirmed."

Shuya: "..."

Kyousuke: "The operation will officially begin at dinner time."

He added a smirking emoji.

In Shuya's view, he was recklessly heading down the path of self-destruction.

"Shuya- senpai---Dinner's ready!"

Ayase called out, causing Shu, who was about to try to persuade her Shuya, to give up typing.

He shook his head and put down his phone.

At dinner, Shuya enjoyed a more abundant meal than usual and was very satisfied.

He completely forgot about Kyousuke.

About ten minutes later, Kyousuke's family had already eaten half of their meal.

Midway through the meal, he began to put into practice the plan he had spent the entire afternoon devising.