The Kujō Family's Artificial Body-Kujō Mitsunori (5.5K)

But a sliver of hope remained in her heart.

However, as soon as she finished speaking, Mahiro suddenly got up from the recliner, and a heavy shadow immediately enveloped the Yotsuba Miya.

"I'm telling you, Auntie Yotsuba Miya, I've done so much for you, what kind of reward do you want in return?"

At this moment, Mahiro looks just like a villain.

As for Yotsuba Miya, she was the one trembling with fear. If she were to do the same thing as before, she wouldn't care anymore.

But this time, she noticed that the flames reflected in Mahiro's eyes burned even more fiercely than before, as if they wanted to devour her alive.

"You..."

In the Yotsuba Miya, I instinctively shifted my body, leaning back in a recliner as if trying to avoid the situation, only to find that I had nowhere to retreat.

The next second, Shambhala's teleportation array enveloped them, instantly teleporting them back to the room.

"... Wait, wait a minute...!"

"No, we won't wait."

"No... no... we can't do this... uh!"

"..."

"... Wait a minute, at least let me mentally prepare myself...!!!"

"..."

"... Gently, gently... Mmm!"

Chapter 180 The Kudou Family's Adjustment Body - Minoro Kudou (5.5K)

The night was as dark as ink.

The delicate plum blossoms adorned the branches, only to be buried again by the fresh snow.

Her long, flowing hair resembled a galaxy hanging in the night sky.

A few strands of hair clung to the corners of her mouth through her bangs. Yotsuba Clan's face was flushed and dazed in the dead of Yotsuba Miya, her eyes gazing blankly at the night sky outside the window.

My legs trembled involuntarily.

Dewdrops condense into milk, falling to the ground as pearls.

Unexpectedly, I still crossed that forbidden line in the end.

Yotsuba Miya, I couldn't help but wonder if I had been too indulgent with this child.

One day she will meet her younger sister, Maya. What expression will she wear then? How will she face her...?

Thinking of this, she slowly raised her hand and placed it on the head of Yotsuba Mahiro, who was sleeping soundly against her chest, gently stroking her messy short hair.

I am already dead, I have lost everything, so how can I change so many things...?

"Senior Yotsuba Clan, I'm Airi Isshiki from Class 1-A. Please take good care of me in the upcoming Nine Schools Competition."

The next day.

Inside the conference room of the Club Federation Headquarters, all the contestants participating in the Nine Schools Competition gathered together.

One of the blonde girls, dressed in First High School uniform and resembling a rich young lady, was solemnly introducing herself to him.

Airi Isshiki is the eldest daughter of the Isshiki family, Isshiki Family the eighteen great families.

It is said that he originally planned to apply to the Third High School to challenge Masaki Ichijo for the position of the Ten Master Clans, but due to family reasons, he changed his application to the First High School.

As for who they're targeting, it's self-evident.

Airi Isshiki's gaze towards him was filled with a burning and soaring fighting spirit, making her look like a passionate young girl.

She exudes a strong sense of déjà vu, like a heroine from a Japanese light novel series.

Besides Airi Isshiki, he was also in charge of Miyuki, Shizuku, Honoka, and Sayaka, who were originally scheduled to be in charge of him. In addition, there were the first-year students Ayako Fumiya, the sisters Izumi Saegusa and Kasumi Saegusa, and his little maid, Sakurai Minami.

He was responsible for all of these people's CAD adjustments and tactical customization.

After a brief personnel assignment and familiarization process, the medal-awarding ceremony was held once again in the familiar auditorium.

The next morning, everyone boarded a bus and headed to the competition venue.

"To be honest, this is the first time I've ever ridden in this car."

Mahiro looked around at the piled-up equipment like a curious child.

This time, because he was no longer a contestant, he rode in a bus used by technicians, crammed together with various CAD-calibrating equipment.

To be honest, the space is quite spacious, and since there aren't many mechanics, the interior isn't cramped.

However, there are also drawbacks. For the sake of privacy, the transport buses have no windows, so even with air conditioning, it can still feel stuffy.

And most importantly, there weren't many pretty girls accompanying them on this vehicle.

Besides him, Tatsuya, and the smiling Kei Ikari, there were a few other boys I didn't recognize, only Subaru Satomi who was studying magic, and Nakajo Azusa- senpai who was as cute as a little animal.

"Waaah..."

Under his gaze, Senior Zi suddenly tensed up and let out a small, mournful cry.

Yotsuba Mahiro: "..."

No, am I that scary?

Mahiro awkwardly scratched his cheek and gave a friendly smile.

Even when Mine was little, the little emperor and all the girls in the enhancement group were quite clingy to her.

"Hey, Mahiro, have you seen this news?"

Suddenly, Tatsuya patted him on the shoulder and started talking to him. He had thought this guy had found some boring gossip and was about to complain about it, but he was stunned when he saw the device that was handed to him.

The news headline was concise, with fewer than fifteen characters, but those few words were incredibly impactful.

[War reignites in Europe, plunging it into chaos]

It basically means that Europe has once again been plunged into a major war.

For the world, this is a major event that could shake the entire world.

It's important to understand that while friction may occasionally occur between countries, most people are doing their best to maintain a facade of peace.

A war on an entire continent like this hasn't happened in decades.

However, he quickly spotted a figure in the picture.

Her long, deep blue hair, the military uniform that accentuated her tall and shapely figure, and the military cap she wore on her head to show her authority to the world.

Although the photo is blurry, who else in the whole world could be dressed like that except Esdeath!

"I didn't expect them to be so quick..."

Mahiro chuckled and muttered something to himself.

Unexpectedly, a war of strategy has been launched so quickly.

I originally thought she would lie low and observe for a while.

That's true, otherwise Esdeath wouldn't be so decisive!

However, this is understandable, as it explains why the Nine Schools Competition suddenly changed its program to military training.

This is preparation for the coming war...

"Tatsuya, I remember you should be in the Independent Magic-Equipped Battalion, right?" Mahiro lowered his voice, speaking in a tone only the two of them could hear.

When Tatsuya heard him ask this, his previously calm expression turned serious, and he nodded slightly.

"In that case, if a world war really breaks out, Tatsuya, I advise you to withdraw from that unit, even if it's just for Miyuki's sake."

"What's the meaning?"

Upon hearing that it concerned Miyuki, Tatsuya's eyes immediately turned dangerous.

"Calm down."

He patted Tatsuya on the shoulder and said softly, "Miyuki is not only your sister, but also my sister. And you should know how I feel about her. I won't hurt her, and I certainly won't hurt you."

That's all I have to say.

Mahiro did not continue speaking.

There's no need for that, and that's enough to say.

If one day Tatsuya were to step onto the battlefield because of the war he started, then that would also be the time for his demise.

If Esdeath were to unleash her full power, she would indeed be incredibly strong, enough to easily defeat anyone in the world.

However, he would definitely not be a match for his Shiba Tatsuya.

After all, Tatsuya's magic could be said to have the power to kill on first sight.

He would never allow such a thing to happen.

As time went on, the vehicles belonging to the First High School students had already entered the hotel's parking lot.

Familiar time, familiar place, familiar weather.

Just like last year, there are no changes. However, unlike last year, there will be no more attacks from the [No Head Dragon] this year.

As evening fell, the social banquet began as scheduled, taking place in the same hall where students from several universities gathered together.

But unlike last year, it seems that the students from several universities are no longer so distant, and they can occasionally communicate with each other.

Or they might surround star students who are likely to win championships at various universities, trying to gather intelligence.

For example, the area around Masaki Ichijo the Third High School, is surrounded by many female students, including some from the First High School.

As the undisputed champion of the previous realm, he was surrounded by empty space, with only students from his own school gathered around him.

That's understandable.

Putting aside the fact that he wasn't participating as a contestant this time, and considering what he did last year was truly outrageous, it's more accurate to say that his absence from the competition was a huge relief for the contestants from other schools.

However, besides that, there was one person who caught his attention.

He's a student from the Second High School, but I didn't see him at the last competition; he must be a first-year student.

However, although they were around the same age, their appearance was so striking that it was breathtaking, exceeding even that of ordinary people.

"... Young Master Mahiro?"

Taking advantage of the fact that the others weren't paying attention, Minami called his name softly, but found that he didn't respond.

Following the direction of his gaze, Minami couldn't help but cover her mouth with her hand.

The person that Mahiro Shinji is looking at...

Her gaze darted back and forth between the male student, Yotsuba Mahiro beside her, and Miyuki.

That male student from the Second High School is just like Mahiro and Miss Miyuki!

Her appearance alone is so perfect that it's beyond reproach!

He's the kind of "typical pretty boy"!

However, Mahiro some recollection of that person, if he remembers correctly...

"Hello~"

The sudden greeting interrupted Mahiro's thoughts.

Kyoko Fujibayashi appeared at the banquet, lightly stepping into her high heels.

The shapely white shirt and blazer clung tightly to her slender figure, paired with a pencil skirt that revealed a pair of long, delicate legs as she slowly walked towards him.

"Mr. Fujibayashi, I remember you're not the team leader for this competition, are you?"

"Yes, but I used some special connections to come here specifically to see how well you all are performing on the field."

Kyoko Fujibayashi's tone was somewhat playful and lively, yet she maintained an elegant demeanor on the surface, truly befitting the name of a witch.

"But Yotsuba Clan -kun, I noticed you seemed to be spacing out just now. What were you looking at?"