The Underworld, Starting with Debt

To maintain the bouncy texture of the prey's muscles, Hazuki and Miko stretched out their long, slender legs encased in white lace stockings, their delicate little feet stepping on the prey's fierce, dying counterattack, occasionally splashing water to clean the bloodstains.

"Resist, struggle, it will only hasten your demise!" Facing the rampaging bull of its prey, I, Hazuki Kazuko, am invincible even with my hands behind my back. Drown under the explosion of my sadistic nature!

+10, +10, +10

Just as Hazuki and Miko were busily preparing their lunch—stir-fried chicken—three figures were sitting together in the next ward.

"Why, why does that brat who hasn't even grown all his hair get Hazuki and Miko's favor? Waaaaah..." A bandaged man, whose lewd aura couldn't be concealed even with his head wrapped in bandages, listened to the sizzling sounds of oil splattering from the cooking in the next room, where Ito Koshitoshi's ward was cooking, while doing some health exercises with his hands.

"Look at you, you're such a bear. Instead of staying home, you're out here scaring people. Even ghosts would avoid you." A short, thin old man mocked the man whose head was wrapped in bandages.

"You old geezer..."

"But this woman is pretty outrageous..." an older man interjected, "Is this perverted nurse on duty tonight too? Want some..."

"Tell me more..."

Time flew by, and two hours passed quickly. Hazuki and Miko were also amazed by their prey's tenacity. From its initial enthusiasm in the face of its resistance to its later barely audible state, Hazuki and Miko were impressed by its bravery and decided to continue trying to tame it that night.

'We can't let too much time pass. Although he foamed at the mouth a few times, his recovery ability is truly amazing! He can't be seriously injured at all.' With the feeling of meeting a worthy opponent, Hazuki and Miko walked back to the infirmary with small, delicate steps, their fair, smooth legs shimmering under the light. It would probably take her a while, after all, she was also injured, and she could easily leave marks.

However, this also proved that there were indeed few people in the hospital, as no one came looking for Hazuki and Miko for two hours.

Ring: Shame Point - 31/120, Recovery Speed: 8/hour.

Time flies, and night soon arrived. The hospital was even more deserted at night, and the sounds of insects chirping or leaves rustling outside could be clearly heard by Ito Koshitomo.

"Thump, thump, thump..." The sound of footsteps echoed in the empty and silent corridor. Ito Yuezhi stopped, sat up, and stood ready. He knew that the visitors were up to no good.

The door was flung open with a "whoosh," revealing the same decor as always. "You! Are you ready to accept the trial?" A powerful aura filled the silent room. Under the succubus queen's overwhelming aura, even the dragon had to lower its proud head.

In contrast to the warmth of the room, three furtive figures suddenly appeared in the quiet corridor, stealthily approaching Ito Koshino's hospital room.

"Can you see it?" the thin old man asked in a low voice.

"I couldn't see it, it was blocked by the curtain. Damn, I didn't expect him to be so cautious."

"Don't fire your guns, sneak into the village."

"Damn, the door's locked too, what do we do?"

"If shooting doesn't work, we'll have to resort to force. Get out of the way."

"Bang!" The bandaged man slammed his fists against the door, making a loud bang. "Perverted nurse, and that lucky brat, open the door! You don't want this either..."

Hazuki and Miko were startled by the sudden noise. Their tight, powerful legs clamped together, giving Ito Koshito a suffocating feeling, as if a python were coiling around him. "Hiss!!!"

"What should we do, Ito-kun?" Hazuki Kazuko was no longer the queen who held life and death in her hands. She slumped into Ito Kozue's arms, not daring to make a loud noise, and asked nervously in a low voice. Her heroic eyebrows furrowed slightly, and her sharp eyes became watery, like a cute, weak and helpless kitten.

"It's alright, leave it to me." Ito Kozuki held Hazuki and Miko in his arms, comforting her. 'It seems we all need to be more careful from now on,' he thought for a moment. Only when he heard knocking and urging at the door again did he get out of bed. After straightening his clothes, Ito Kozuki drew the curtains even more discreetly.

Upon reaching the door, the three of them eagerly tried to squeeze into the ward as soon as they turned the lock. However, Ito Koshitomo's sturdy frame, like a city wall, firmly blocked them, preventing them from even glancing at the ward that was so close at hand.

"You idiot, you brat..." the three cursed, raising their heads to retort, "Uh..."

Ito Koshitomo stood in the center of the doorway, tall and straight, his thick arms exposed like an iron tower. His face was deep-set, a chilling smile playing on his lips, casting long shadows in the silvery moonlight. "The three of you, let's go next door and have a proper talk!"

After venting his frustration at being interrupted and the unfulfilled desire through the violence of his fists, Ito Koshito felt slightly relieved. Looking at the three people lying on the ground howling like ghosts, Ito Koshito stroked his chin. He had already thought of a way to shut them up; now it was just a matter of how to implement it.

In a way, Ito Koshitomo's personality is quite similar to the original owner's. The original owner was physically strong from a young age, so he often liked to solve problems with violence. However, he seemed to have never experienced maternal love. The original owner was more compliant and submissive with mature women, but he would attack men with heavy blows and brute force. So, when faced with the gang attack from debt collectors a few days ago, he stubbornly fought back. Ito Koshitomo, on the other hand, is more cautious. When faced with a strong enemy, he chooses to lie low. Obviously, the strength of the three people in front of him does not fit that situation, so this small accident will not affect the overall plan.

Chapter Four: Calculation

Early this morning, the nurse who changed Ito Koshichi's dressing and brought him breakfast was Hazuki Kazuko. Last night, Ito Koshichi had tricked the three people next door and told Hazuki Kazuko about his plan, which calmed Hazuki Kazuko's anxious heart. They discussed the details in Ito Koshichi's ward all night until dawn before leaving.

Taking the bento box, Ito Koshitoshi watched Hazuki and Miko busily slurping up milk and smoothed his long, silky hair. "Hazuki-nee, did you get the medicine from the madam?"

"Got it...cough cough..."

"Eat slowly, no one will compete with you."

At noon, the person in charge of delivering the meals was that middle-aged woman. "Ito-san..." the middle-aged woman said in a loud, booming voice, a terrifying smile spreading across her face as she chuckled.

Ito Koshito didn't reminisce; he just kept eating, subtly using his ring to eavesdrop on the old lady's thoughts.

"You wretched brat, what are you getting so cocky about, daring to give me that attitude! Just you wait, I'll definitely give you a bigger dose of miso soup for dinner, then you'll be begging me on your knees! Anyway, that medicine is great in every way, it's just that it takes two hours to take effect, and I always get impatient waiting. I'll go back and see if there's a faster-acting medicine."

"It takes two hours to take effect, so the plan needs to be changed. Let Hazuki-nee put the medicine at the old lady's dinner, and I'll give mine to the three next door..." Even the bento box couldn't hide Ito Koshizumi's unrestrained grin. "I feel more confident now. I need to talk to the three next door again."

Let's go back to last night. The cool moonlight was embraced by the clouds, and the breeze that had danced with the curtains quietly receded. Everything in the ward returned to calm.

"The three of you, shall we talk some more?"

"Damn it, you brat, I'm going to expose your dirty secret with that perverted nurse!" The bandaged man, curled up on the cold floor, yelled. Ito Koshizuki narrowed his eyes and said with a smile, "Gentlemen, actually, teaching you a lesson wasn't my intention. The reason I came to talk to you is that Hazuki-nee sincerely invited you to a discussion in my ward tomorrow night. It's just that I'm unhappy that you scared Hazuki-nee, so..."

"Oh, really? Hazuki and Miko-chan..." The bandaged man, who had been lying on the ground like a snake, immediately sat up straight, making a lot of noise, as if his pain could not stop his restless heart.

"Could you explain in more detail, brother?" The skinny old man and the middle-aged man next to him also moved closer.

……

At dinner time, Ito Koshi invited the three to his room to discuss their plans. "The three of you are the stars of the show tonight. The battle for travel expenses later will definitely take a toll on your energy, so eat more. This bowl of miso soup is for you all. I look forward to seeing you all perform your best."

"You're not bad, kid. Haha, I'll take care of you from now on." The bandaged man laughed heartily and picked up the soup bowl first, drinking it all in one gulp.

"Hehe." Seeing that he had drunk the miso soup, Ito Koshichi chuckled and said in a low voice, "Remember to come over after lights out tonight, or the door will be locked."

"Haha, of course..."

At night, with the windows closed and the curtains drawn, the ward appears dim, as if veiled in mystery, making it impossible to see clearly. It is like a forgotten corner, quiet yet possessing a unique charm.

"Ito, I'm here!" The door was flung open with a bang, and an impatient voice rang out. Three figures walked in one after another. "Hey, haven't Hazuki and Miko arrived yet?"

"Don't rush, wait at my bedside, I'll go get Hazuki-nee." He casually glanced at the three of them's...indescribable areas, already erect. 'Looks like the drug is working.'

After Ito Koshi stopped walking, the bandaged man casually started a conversation, "This room is quite hot, how about we open the window?"

"What do you know, kid? This creates a better atmosphere. Don't you even know what romance is?" the skinny old man retorted.

"Thump, thump..." Heavy footsteps echoed throughout the corridor, clearly reaching the three people in the room, before disappearing in front of Ito Koshitoshi's ward.

"Huff, huff..." "Snoring, snoring..." The heavy, beast-like breathing sounds were clearly audible in the spaces separated by the door, reaching each other's ears. The intertwined breathing gradually dispelled the cold silence of the photo, and the hot bodies raised its temperature, creating an ambiguous atmosphere.

Neither of them took the initiative at this moment; only their heavy breathing reflected their thoughts. Even the usually easily startled bandaged man remained silent. According to the skinny old man, this was perhaps what they called romance.

With a "click," the door lock turned, as if it were a fuse, instantly igniting the conflict between the two sides. The three hurriedly went over and pulled the old lady inside.

'Hmm? The weight is wrong.'

'Hmm? The number of people is wrong.'

However, the deeply ingrained effects of the drug had already driven them to lust and confusion, rendering them incapable of thinking, and a great battle was about to break out!

Meanwhile, Ito Koshitomo, feigning weakness, was being helped back to his ward by the head nurse. Upon reaching the room, he was drawn by a commotion. Listening closely, he heard someone singing and dancing inside. The head nurse's face immediately darkened, and veins bulged on her forehead.

"Excuse me, Head Nurse."

"Huh? Ito-kun, what's this to you?"

"It was my bad choice of friends. I was the only patient in my ward, so I invited three patients from next door over to chat and keep myself entertained. I never expected... I never expected that this would happen while I was in the bathroom. They actually had a party in my ward!"

"It's none of your business, Ito-kun... Ito-kun, can I ask you for a favor?" The head nurse turned the doorknob, found it locked, and her face became even more frightened.

"You said."

"Can we pretend we didn't see this?"

"of course."

"Go rest in the next room first. I'll handle this. Don't worry, I'll give you an explanation for how they dared to cause trouble in your room."

……

Time flew by, and the night quietly faded. When the first rays of sunlight streamed into the ward, the matter was resolved. The head nurse contacted the families of the three individuals, and they were taken away. As for the older woman, her suspension period was unknown. "Tsk tsk, she really has powerful connections," Ito Koshito remarked.

In the end, the matter was dropped without any news leaking out, and the hospital remained completely unaffected. As for Ito Koshichi, the hospital's hush money consisted of transferring him to a VIP room, assigning him a personal nurse, and waiving his treatment fees. This was a pleasant surprise, ensuring that Ito Koshichi's depleted wallet wouldn't go completely empty.

The following days were peaceful. Ito Koshichi's personal nurse, Hazuki Kazuko, meticulously cared for him every day, feeding him, wiping his body, warming his bed, and so on. To prevent his body from becoming too debilitated, Ito Koshichi underwent daily rehabilitation exercises, such as squats while holding weights—a practice he called "hanging himself from the rafters and pricking his thigh"—and push-ups where he had to touch the bottom completely—a practice he called "perfectly aligned." With the ring's enhancement and his proactive training, Ito Koshichi's body recovered rapidly and became even stronger. If he were to face those debt collectors again now, Ito Koshichi's powerful muscles would show them what a true macho man is.

After learning that Ito Koshito was hospitalized, many of his friends came to visit him, such as his childhood friend Miyajima Sakura and her mother Miyajima Tsubaki, who took great care of Ito Koshito; Murasaki Natsuha, who became a good friend after helping him solve many troubles during junior high school; his former neighbors, Tsubaki and her daughter; Ito Koshito's homeroom teacher Tsukishima Kyoko and his teacher Shirakawa Miwa, who came to visit after hearing the news of his hospitalization; and even Kurashiki Reika brought her daughter Kurashiki Reina.

Chapter Five: Going to School

The sun shone brightly, and the breeze was gentle. The sky was a clear, deep blue, dotted with fluffy clouds. A light breeze stirred the grass and trees, causing dappled sunlight to dance across the landscape. On a neat path next to the hospital, Ito Koshitomo was saying goodbye to Hazuki and Miko.

"Kazuko-nee, thank you for your meticulous care over the past month. Thank you."

"Congratulations on your discharge from the hospital." Hazuki and Miko's beautiful eyes shone with a smile as they offered their blessings. "Also, remember to keep in touch with me often."

“I will,” Ito Koshito said firmly. “Then… I should go home too.”

"Wait," Hazuki Kazuko called out to Ito Koshichi, her delicate hand forming a loose fist as she reached out and pressed it against his chest. "Open it and take a look."

Ito Koshino's broad hands grasped Hazuki and Miko's soft little hands, slowly prying open their slender fingers. A small pink object lay in his palm, with a button on it.

Curious, Ito Koshichi took the button and pressed it. "Hmm..." A soft, sweet moan sounded beside him, followed by a soft, delicate body throwing itself into Ito Koshichi's arms. The sweet fragrance, like orchids, filled Ito Koshichi's nostrils, stirring his heart.

Ito Koshiki wrapped his arms around Hazuki Kazuko's slender, supple waist, resting his chin gently on her shoulder. The fragrance of her long, thin hair filled his senses, and he felt the trembling body in his arms. Ito Koshiki gently pushed Hazuki Kazuko away in confusion.

Hazuki and Miko had no strength left, and they collapsed to the ground, their fair arms gripping Ito's waist, their heads resting on his hard abs.

Ito Koshito looked down with concern and met Hazuki Kazumi's gaze, only to see her large, misty eyes brimming with tears. Below that were her full, round, moon-like buttocks, gently rubbing against the ground, where water was gradually accumulating.

Blood involuntarily rushed to her lower abdomen, right above her two full, plump breasts. "Kazuko-nee, could it be... an O-type?!" Ito Koshizumi gently stroked her smooth, long hair, asking with a hint of excitement.

"Hmm... Hmm," Hazuki and Miko shyly turned their heads away, leaving their flushed profiles in Ito Kozue's eyes.

"Hmm... You're so naughty, why are you speeding up the frequency!" Hazuki and Miko, annoyed and embarrassed, slapped Ito Koshito's firm buttocks, but it was more like a flirtatious kneading than a slap.

Faced with Hazuki and Miko's flirtatious advances, Ito Koshino bent down, supported her round buttocks with his hands, and easily lifted her up, heading towards the restroom at the back entrance of the hospital.

……

"Remember to bring it when you go on dates with me in the future." This was Hazuki Kazuko's parting advice to Ito Koshitoshi after their intimate whispers.

Following the original owner's memories, Ito Koshitoshi found his home, an old and simple rental room.

"Ah... Ito-kun!" Just as he reached the door and was about to take out his key to go inside, a greeting rang out from the side. Ito turned around and saw that it was his landlord waving at him.

Ito Koshitoshi's landlady is a legally petite girl who is less than 1.5 meters tall. She has long brown hair that falls over her shoulders and is tied into two curly braids. Her petite figure is dressed in a matching black business suit, which does not add to her mature temperament. Instead, it makes her look like she is cosplaying, making her even more innocent and cute.

"Miss Aso, it's been a long time." Ito Koshitoshi greeted Aso Miyuki, who usually took good care of him, with a bright and refreshing smile.

Miyuki Asou, Ito Koshitomo's landlady, was rented to him by his father after his father sold their house during middle school. The father significantly reduced the rent, allowing Ito, who was working odd jobs at the Miyajima Dojo and receiving scholarships, to have a place to live and avoid homelessness. Therefore, Ito always held Miyuki Asou in high regard. ...Actually, it was mainly because Miyuki Asou looked too young and innocent, giving off a somewhat criminal vibe.