Tokyo Soft Rice King.

"Well... so to be honest, even if you manage to escape today, I don't think it will make much of a difference, since you can't keep running away forever in the long run."

"Didn't you come to help me? Why are you making me walk right into your trap now?"

“I didn’t tell you to turn yourself in, that’s why I asked for your consent first.”

"Oh……"

As Tsukimi Ranyi did just say, if Kuroba Akira wants to have some fun, she won't stop him, but she will absolutely not rescue him along the way.

It means you'd better make a decision first, and not change your mind halfway through.

"But to be honest, I don't think they would go that far. They would still consider your health. I think they understand the principle of not killing the goose that lays the golden eggs."

"Of course I know that, but what I'm afraid of isn't physical problems, but mental problems..."

"Gynophobia? Or sexual phobia?"

"Maybe it's a combination of both... How should I put it... It's like eating delicious food. The first bite might be incredibly tasty, and the second and third bites might also taste great. You just keep eating and eating... until you're so full that your stomach hurts and you feel like throwing up. Then you get this nauseous feeling in your chest, like you'll feel like you're going to vomit at the sight of food..."

"This is over-intake, oh no, it's the opposite, it's over-output."

"Yes, so if I continue with such a high frequency and large quantity, I'm afraid I'll become physiologically disgusted with women and that kind of thing... After hearing your information, I feel fear rather than anticipation, which probably proves that point."

They were absolutely right; Kuroba Akira has a lot of common sense.

That's why they used options to undermine Akira Kuroba's common sense.

I guess they've prepared an option for Kuroba Akira that will quickly instill a pink, romantic atmosphere, just like before.

"In short, you're not feeling like it today, right?"

"...Well, if you ask me if I want to hug women, I would like to, maybe once or twice, maybe two at most. But if you ask me if I want to be hugged by a bunch of women, I would rather sleep peacefully like you."

The two, who shared the desire to ensure quality sleep, exchanged glances and reached a consensus.

Of course, Kuroba Akira also had another purpose: to see his sister in his dreams and ask her about Amaterasu and Kikurihime's fate.

Side quests, of course, must continue to be pursued.

"Okay, that's enough. Now come with me."

Tsukimi Rii pointed her index finger at Kuroba Akira's chest with great arrogance and said this.

"But wouldn't it be strange if I suddenly said I wanted to stay at your place? If I left without saying goodbye, they would turn the whole hot spring inn upside down. There's no way to hide from them. So you're not going to take me on a life on the run, are you?"

"How could that be? I said I'd let you sleep in our room, and I've already prepared a reason. Now, just watch my acting."

"Okay, then I'll leave everything to you."

"But even if we escape tonight, tomorrow is the real danger period. During the three-day trip, they will definitely find an opportunity to carry out their plan, and they may resort to force on the last day."

Kuroba Akira's face turned pale; he had truly become a white piece in the game.

Most importantly, Kuro-o wasn't with us this time, so even if A-Qing were there, no one could help him replenish his mana.

"If you ask me, running away isn't the solution. You need to find a way to keep them in check. This is a different kind of dating game. Before you officially start dating, whoever confesses first loses. But in a relationship like yours, whoever compromises first loses."

"Is it possible that if I could suppress it, I would have done it already..."

"It's no wonder you can't do it, because you're a kept man, so you have to rely on others."

"Others? Are you talking about you?"

"I don't have that kind of status... The only one who is qualified right now is the most outlier among them, Tianyu Guang... I heard she's your sister, right?"

"Xiaoguang... um, she's my sister, but how should I put it, her situation is a bit complicated right now..."

"I don't care. As long as my sister is there, they can't really drag her down with them. Besides, Tianyu Guang is someone they can't even control."

However, there is a potential problem with the search...

That is, Ame no Hikari, she is the most dangerous person, carrying the black and red thread.

If the other women only wanted to exhaust Kuroba Akira, Amahiro truly wanted him dead.

I just don't know why she hates her brother so much... It can't be that her brother massacred the village, right?

"So you mean I should go and seek refuge with Xiaoguang tomorrow?"

"...I'll think of another reason tomorrow and see how their overall mood is. If it's a situation where you really can't control the situation, then you can go to your sister."

"Okay, so in short, we're using Xiaoguang as a backup, right?"

"That's right... After you get through this hot spring trip, don't agree to these kinds of group activities that everyone has to participate in so easily again, it's too dangerous."

"Okay, okay, I've really learned my lesson this time. I promise I won't be so hasty in coming out with everyone again."

"Alright... then let's go, it's time for the performance."

"Oh...do I need to play along with your performance?"

"No need. This time I'll take your reaction into account. If you use your terrible acting skills, they'll see through it. So just react naturally."

"Alright, then I'll wait and watch your performance from the closest possible distance."

After taking a deep breath and slowly exhaling, Tsukimi Ran took a hand and walked towards the large room where all the members of the Hatshin Club lived together.

Back at the door, she changed to a cuddly pose, clinging to Kuroba Akira's arm and resting her head on his shoulder, before pulling open the door and declaring with a smile.

"Hey, I think I've fallen for all of you guys' Kuroba-kun, so I've decided to take things to the next level with him tonight. So as a bonus for newbies, how about you let me have him tonight?"

Kuroba Akira froze on the spot.

So, you came up with the idea of ​​blending in? Tsukimi Ayane!

Chapter 448 It's not about guarding against the harem

Kuroba Akira's surprise wasn't actually due to the reason given by Tsukimi Ran, but rather because she had used such an obvious lie.

Anyone can see that this is just an act, right?

So what's the point of giving such an obviously lying reason...?

Kuroba Akira suddenly realized something.

Assuming that Tsukimi Ryou also knows that her clumsy lie won't fool anyone... then is her real purpose in doing so to 'distract herself'?

From Ziyin's perspective, how would you view Tsukimi Rii's self-destructive statement?

You'll probably think this is 'deliberate revenge,' because you just humiliated me, so you won't have it easy either!

In reality, Tsukimi Ryou had already conspired with Kuroba Akira, their true purpose being to avoid the collective persecution that Kuroba Akira might suffer tonight.

In other words, this is a case of turning the tables on someone else!

They used their recent experience of being humiliated in person as material to exploit their psychology.

Moreover, they even included Kuroba Akira's surprised expression of "What are you talking about?" as a smokescreen to confuse them.

I predicted that you predicted my prediction!

She's now playing a character who, enraged by being humiliated, hysterically tries to sabotage their plans.

Then... if they truly believe that Tsukimi Rii is that kind of character, then what they will do is...

"Tsukimi-san, you don't actually think that we'll give away a wise ruler like compassionate saints to any Tom, Dick, or Harry who comes along asking for one, do you?"

With a menacing smile, Anri Hitomi retaliated against Tsukimi Rimi's provocation.

Then, Tsukimi Riyan snorted coldly and mocked.

"Hmph, I bet you're too scared to hand him over to me. You were all acting all high and mighty just now, but now you're afraid to even release him?"

Tsukimi Ryou spread her hands, shook her head, and said.

"Oh dear, I think you're just pretending to be calm, but you're actually keeping a close eye on men. Are you afraid that Kuroba-kun might actually fall for me?"

"Tsukimi-kun, what do you intend to do by bringing Akira back with you?"

"Then of course we'll do the kind of thing you're thinking of."

"Can you really do it? If you make boastful claims just out of spite, you'll only be the one who regrets it in the end."

"Don't underestimate me! A mere virgin...! You think I'm afraid of you?!"

Amazing! The performance was incredibly lifelike.

She can actually portray being 'disadvantaged' so well. I thought she could only play leading roles, but she can actually handle supporting roles, and even villainous or ugly roles.

Now that things have come to this point... Kuroba Akira looked at the class president and received a 'trusting look'.

If it were a wise ruler, even a spoiled celebrity like her could be tamed, right?

Because Tsukimi's behavior was like 'never giving up,' and letting her continue to pester them would be troublesome, it was better to hand her over to Kuroba Akira to handle, and make her a part of the harem as well.

Moreover, doing so would give Kuroba Akira a sense of superiority, making him feel like "a wise ruler is the master of the harem, and everyone will obey you," which is a win-win situation.

Then Kuroba Akira understood that this was Tsukimi Rii's true purpose, and the final decision-making power was handed over to him.

Kuroba Akira suppressed his nervousness and nodded to the class monitor and everyone else, meaning, 'Leave it to me.'

"...I understand. I'll lend it to you for one night. I hope you'll keep your word, hehe."

"Tsk... Let's go then, darling! Let them see our passionate love!"

"Uh……"

Kuroba Akira was pulled away by Tsukimi Ryoui, and finally gave everyone a helpless smile.

He had an expression that said, "I've gotten myself into trouble again."

Just like before.

Everyone is used to this.

It's just a little disappointing, since everyone's all cleaned up and ready for tonight's entertainment.

Makoto was the most upset. She had been looking forward to tonight for a long time, since she might never have the chance to have so many people together again.

Moreover, the original plan for tonight was to give my sister the most authentic experience, a moment she absolutely had to witness and remember for the rest of her life.

"What?! The cooked duck flew away! You guys are too generous! Just giving it to a newcomer like that! And that woman clearly hasn't really fallen for Ming yet! She's just being stubborn!"

Shiori shrugged and said.

"Well, I guess we'll see her blushing face tomorrow morning... Mingjun is so good at making women obedient, he's a master at dealing with all kinds of disobedience."