A reversal of fortune and victory in a world hated by all girls!

Approaching the sea, it was time to actually start fishing. There were shops nearby that rented fishing rods. Sakurajima An led the three of them up the steps, lifted the curtain and went inside. The first thing they saw was a very simple shop with an old-fashioned atmosphere. Behind the counter on the left, an old man with sparse white hair was yawning. When he looked at Sakurajima who had entered, his attention suddenly lit up.

"Oh! Isn't this an apricot?"

"Long time no see, Grandpa." Anne Sakurajima waved.

"grandfather?"

Upon hearing this, the white-haired old man quickly explained, "It's just that Xing likes to call me that. I'm not her biological grandfather. Xing, this is the first time I've seen you bring friends along. Are they all your high school classmates?"

"Yes," Sakurajima Anne replied, walking straight into the container area. Soon after, the sounds of rummaging could be heard.

The white-haired old man suddenly paused, stood up, leaned his upper body out of the cabinet, supported himself with his hands on the cabinet surface, and shouted to Xing inside: "If you bring a friend with you today, the rental fee will be 50% off!"

"This... thank you!" Aoi Natsuki didn't expect the two to be so close, so she immediately bowed to express her gratitude, and Rina beside her also bowed politely.

"What an adorable little girl~" the white-haired old man said to Lina with a kind expression.

Aoi Natsuki patted Rina on the back of the head, chatted with the shop manager for a bit, and then saw Sakurajima carrying a large pile of things back. He quickly stopped the conversation and went to help.

The white-haired old man noticed the choice of fishing rod and hook, and asked the next second, "Are you going to use bamboo hooks to catch fish?"

“Yes!” Sakurajima Anne nodded.

"Wow, that's amazing! You can predict what kind of fish you want to catch just by using the tools?" Hayakawa exclaimed.

The white-haired old man dismissed it, waving his hand and saying, "It's nothing. I just guessed because Xing was using a size two small hook, which can only catch a few kinds of fish."

“That’s really impressive,” Aoi replied.

"That's all for now. As for the bait, Grandpa~" Sakurajima Anne smiled at the white-haired old man, her voice gradually becoming obedient. Aoi Natsuki had seen this face before; it was completely different from usual, a new existence that could be called a second personality.

"Mo, I really can't do anything with you. I'll give you a 50% discount on the bait." The white-haired old man clearly cared a lot about Sakurajima. And so, the group went fishing with a bunch of equipment at a super low price.

There is a designated embankment where you can fish. Today, there were seven or eight elderly men standing on the edge fishing.

Strangely enough, they all knew Sakurajima, and even offered her some of the fish they had caught in their buckets. Was it the locals' hospitality, or did Sakurajima possess an irresistible charm?

Later, Sakurajima explained the use of bait traps to Aoi and Hayakawa. Because it was on the dike, it was necessary to pull on the fish, so Rina could only watch from the side and offer her support with her eyes.

"Just squeeze the bait into the bait basket, and then slowly lower it into the water. Unlike last time, the water is deeper here, so there's no such thing as it sinking to the bottom. Gently shake the fishing rod so that the vibration affects the bait in the bait basket and spreads it quickly. Then, just wait patiently."

As soon as Sakurajima Anne finished speaking, the fishing rod suddenly tightened. She slowly and deliberately reeled in the line, seemingly without any difficulty. Soon, a small fish about the length of a palm came out of the water.

"This is bamboo-clawed fish. Grill it on a baking tray... it's absolutely delicious."

Just by talking, Sakurajima had already piqued the interest of the group.

Aoi and Hayakawa immediately followed suit and started fishing.

Aoi Natsuki gradually began to appreciate the joy of fishing. With the sea breeze blowing, she felt completely relaxed. She chatted casually with the old man next to her, not having to think about what to do. She found the greatest satisfaction in leisurely passing the time.

It was 2 PM.

This time the harvest was truly plentiful. After returning the tools, we went to the designated fire-starting area to burn charcoal and lay out the grill pans. If you don't like grilling, you can also find a nearby restaurant to cook your food and serve it to you, but you will need to pay some processing fees.

Sakurajima Anne was gutting a mackerel. Although mackerel die soon after being taken out of the water, the way she was smiling and skillfully removing the fish's internal organs still sent a chill down one's spine. After finishing, she admired her blood-stained hands with great interest, her eyes filled with unparalleled satisfaction.

This sense of fear can only be gradually understood after becoming her friend.

Nourishes—

On the baking tray, the bamboo-clawed fish sizzles and drips with oil, while the clams spread out on the left side open their mouths, revealing the plump white clam meat inside.

"Let's get started!"

Everyone said in unison.

Then we ate to our hearts' content. There was enough food to eat as much as we wanted today. Maybe it was because we caught it ourselves, but just a little salt made it taste delicious.

Lina ate it with her mouth full of oil, and the crispy crust tasted surprisingly good.

While eating, Aoi Natsuki glanced at Hayakawa, opened the system panel, and found that Hayakawa's fishing skill points had increased by 2. Nice! Coming today was definitely the right choice!

The meal lasted until four o'clock, mainly because the elderly gentlemen we were with were very hospitable, and we chatted for a long time.

Just as Sakurajima Anne had said before, they could only stay at a nearby guesthouse for the night. Aoi Natsuki had no objections, and Hayakawa received a series of replies from her parents after contacting them, urging them to be careful.

After eating and drinking her fill, Lina started to feel sleepy and eventually fell asleep in Aoi's arms. Carrying her, the group arrived at a quiet-looking guesthouse. They checked the guesthouse's information on their phones and discovered that it even had a hot spring! Without hesitation, they chose this place.

After entering, Natsuki Aoi handed Rina over to the two girls.

"Please give her a quick wash and get her to bed early."

"Okay, sure." Sakurajima nodded and took Rina.

Aoi Natsuki then picked up her room card, tidied herself up a bit, and prepared to go to the hot spring for a soak. She was very tired after playing all day and needed to rest properly.

Upon entering the room, you'll find a large open space with tatami mats. A bed is provided as standard, but if you're not comfortable with that, you can lay sheets on the tatami mats.

I must say, the environment here is really nice. The room door faces a courtyard with a pine tree standing by the wall. In the center is a small pond made of piled stones. A bamboo tube for filling water quickly tilts to the other side after it is full, hitting the stone and making a crisp sound.

Aoi Natsuki took a deep breath, then opened the cabinet and found a wooden bucket inside containing various changes of clothes and towels.

It's really traditional, isn't it? Holding such a wooden tub to take a bath really brings back memories of my childhood.

As dusk approached, the mere time he spent standing on the balcony admiring the scenery made it feel as if the night had already begun to fall.

7:10 PM.

Natsuki Aoi stretched comfortably, feeling warm all over as she slowly walked back to her room from the depths of the corridor. This time, she walked through the outer courtyard, instantly getting a full view of the guesthouse.

As they walked, the familiar, pleasant sound of impact grew stronger, indicating that they had reached their room.

Turn right ahead, and after passing the corner, the next second he saw a girl sitting in the corridor not far away, wearing a rose-red yukata with floral patterns, wooden clogs, and staring straight at the night view in the sky.

Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, there are no skyscrapers here, and the surroundings are quiet, with only the occasional chirping of birds and insects. The moon, which is in late January, is exceptionally bright today.

The moonlight shone on her face, making it appear crystal clear and white. Aoi Natsuki stared at her for a few seconds, finally fixing his gaze on her unique wooden hairpin. Her hair was styled perfectly, and even though she was only 1.5 meters tall, she exuded a sense of allure at that moment.

"Hayakawa..."

After thinking for a moment, Aoi Natsuki finally walked up to meet her.

Chapter 123 A New Girl Makes Her Debut!

"Hey, what are you doing sitting here? Aren't you cold?"

"Huh?"

Hayakawa was clearly taken aback. When he turned around, his light brown pupils revealed surprise. When he saw that it was Natsuki, his shoulders, which had been raised high, slowly slumped down. His hands unconsciously gripped the hem of his yukata, and he lowered his head. "No, no... I, I just came out to take a look."

Facing the beautiful moonlight, Aoi Natsuki took a deep breath. The cool air entered his nostrils and circulated through his body. The feeling was incredibly pleasant. He then walked over and leaned down to sit to Hayakawa's left.

"Then I'll sit with you for a while."

"Mmm, mmm..." As soon as she said this, Hayakawa pursed her lips and her cheeks turned red. But now she was not as passive as before, not daring to say a word in front of Natsuki. Over this period of time, her courage was gradually growing.

"Do you need me to press it for you?"

"Hmm?" Aoi Natsuki turned her head curiously and looked at Hayakawa's two hands hanging in mid-air. She realized what it meant and immediately smiled and agreed, "Then I'll trouble you."

He then straightened his body and straightened his back.

Hayakawa then tucked her feet in and slowly moved behind Natsuki. She often massaged her parents' shoulders and backs. Under the moonlight, the boy's shoulders did not appear very broad, much narrower than her father's. Strangely, however, he gave her a strong sense of security.

It felt very hard when I touched it.

Hayakawa knelt on the wooden corridor, straightened up, and pressed down hard on his shoulders.

Aoi Natsuki also felt the force and closed her eyes in surprise, saying, "I didn't expect Hayakawa to have such strength."

"Well..."

"I feel especially grounded today, thank you."

"Did Natsuki really enjoy fishing?"

Aoi shook her head: "Fishing is a small matter. I actually prefer this feeling of fulfillment. You know I rarely go out on my days off and tend to stay at home. Although staying at home is not bad, going out for a day with you guys is also a pretty good option."

"Yes, is it with everyone..." Hayakawa muttered, bowing his head once more.

The pressure on my hands slowed down.

Aoi Natsuki noticed something and turned around: "Please, let me go, okay? The core reason is definitely you, Hayakawa. Don't make me spell it out."

Aoi's words struck Hayakawa's heart directly, sending a shiver down her spine. Her bright eyes darted around, her gaze fixed on the ground, and she dared not lift them for a long time.

Seeing that she didn't move, Aoi Natsuki turned her head and saw her face. She smiled faintly and raised her hand to stroke Hayakawa's head, just like she would stroke Shiratsumi's head. However, she only stroked the front of her head. After all, it was not easy to make her hair look so good. She didn't want to mess it up.

"Hayakawa, did you do your own hair?"

Hayakawa was too shy to speak, but after hearing this, he quickly shook his head. After calming down for a long time, he finally spoke: "Yes, yes... Sakurajima helped me."

"Oh, she's really talented, and she dresses up very well, Hayakawa."

"!"

What's wrong with Natsuki today? Why is she saying things like that all the time...?

Keiko Hayakawa couldn't stand such praise; she was so happy that she felt a dreamlike, unrealistic feeling.

Aoi Natsuki turned around and looked at the tiny person in front of her. She was only 1.5 meters tall and knelt down, which made her look even smaller. Her skin was no longer as rough as when she first met her, and it had improved significantly. Her figure and appearance were completely different. She recalled the first time she met her. She was pushing a cart on the road and was still wearing black socks with ripped hems. At that time, she was a complete homebody.

I never imagined that after several months, she would be the only person I could choose to accomplish my mission.

Aoi Natsuki stared at her, and a favorability rating slowly floated above her head.

The score is now 87.

He didn't know the degree of liking that number represented, but it must mean he really liked it.

The talent value is still 94 points away from S. Although it has entered the top 100, there is still a considerable gap.

In his eyes, Hayakawa had long been his ideal S-type girl, but this level had not changed at all, which meant that this level had nothing to do with his subjective judgment.

He had thought a lot about the requirements for improving S-class girls, but without any results. In order to avoid a drop in favorability due to some inappropriate behavior, he simply gave up on it and used the nurturing system given by the divine girl to improve her level.

But that would be a really long process...

The two chatted for a bit more, and then Hayakawa magically produced a glass bottle of milk and handed it to him.

"Drinking a bottle of milk before bed can improve sleep quality."

"okay."

Natsuki Aoi accepted it directly.