ushernet Chapter 199
Chapter 199
The golden opportunity granted by the chairwoman—a reward allowing me to legally massage my mentor while she wore a slingshot bikini—
...ended in utter failure.
‘Seriously? Does she see me that little as a man?’
I had truly given it my all.
I looked at my mentor as a woman, and I made sure my every touch conveyed that message.
Every movement, every stroke of my hands—filled with meaning.
For her not to pick up on that... was she under hypnosis herself? Was her ability to notice things sealed off?
But no, my mentor defied logic once again!
Even when a fully grown man—her own student—was kneading her body with hands that often "slipped," she simply giggled away.
“Since it’s you, it’s fine,” she said, flashing her benevolent smile.
The purity of my mentor, usually a virtue, felt like pure despair today.
“Hey, Yujin? Don’t you have anything to say to me? I can grant any request you have, you know.”
“...I’ve already gotten enough. I’m good.”
“...Hmph! Hmph, hmph!!”
For some reason, she pouted toward the end of the massage, but I think I understand why.
This must’ve been her expressing her mentorly resolve.
She wanted to reward me for beating her in the duel, but her student—me—wasn’t asking for anything.
Of course, that would annoy her.
‘But I can’t exactly ask her to let me confess, now can I?’
That would be scummy.
Sure, my kind-hearted mentor might accept.
She might feel flustered, but ultimately, she’d smile and say, “If it’s what my student wants...”
But I don’t want that.
This time, I want it to be genuine. No hypnosis, no guilt, no pressure—I want her to choose me of her own free will.
My teeth clenched involuntarily.
Crunch.
‘You think I’ll give up just because of this? I’ve still got time!’
Fifteen years.
Fifteen whole years before the EX-rank gate catastrophe descends upon us.@@@@
I’ll find a way to win her over.
With my pure, unwavering devotion, I’ll melt her innocent heart.
‘Yeah, from now on, no more cheap tricks. I’ll take the platonic route. Anything else would feel like assault.’
Swoosh.
“Shall we go, Mentor? Back to the dorm?”
I extended my hand with renewed determination.
Her soft, delicate hand slid into mine effortlessly.
“H-huh...?”
“We both worked hard in the duel today. Let’s get back and rest.”
“...O-okay. Hmph, fine!”
Grip.
Without another word, she held my hand tightly.
Unlike during the massage, she seemed just a little flustered.
...Yes. She’s still new to this thing called love.
There’s no need to rush her. I’ll take it one step at a time.
‘That “??? Seal” or whatever—
I’ll deal with it before the EX-rank gate hits. No rush.’
With that thought, I walked hand-in-hand with my mentor back to the dorms, promising myself there was plenty of time to grow closer to her.
And then we arrived...
Bang!
“Yujin~! You’re back?”
“...Huh? Alice? Sia? What’s going on?”
“Ninomiya, great job out there today! We made dinner, so come and eat!”
“Uh, wait. Why are you two here—what’s happening?”
I was greeted by my two girlfriends waiting for me at the dorm.
[Hey, nothing weird happened with that old hag, right?]
[———Yujin, remember? You promised. That thing. Sex. During the break.]
[......W-what!?]
[It’s break now, isn’t it?]
[Hiiieeeee!!!]
I thought I had plenty of time.
Turns out, I’m facing disaster tonight.
***
Rewinding a bit, while Aika was happily selecting her swimsuit...
In another part of the dorm, two figures lurked in the shadows.
Sia and Alice.
Stare.
[Hey, sly fox. That old lady...]
[What’s with that perverted swimsuit?]
A heavy tension hung in the air.
They had staked out Yujin's dorm ahead of time to ensure Aika wouldn’t pull anything,
but then, out of nowhere, Aika barged in, picked out the skimpiest swimsuit imaginable, and bolted like her life depended on it.
Their reaction to unintentionally witnessing that?
What the hell? Why is she running off with a swimsuit?
Curiosity was inevitable.
And so, the Saint and Hypnosis-chan waited,
ready to intervene and steer Yujin back onto the right path.
They didn’t have to wait long.
"You’re staying here tonight?!"
"Are you insane?! Girls don’t stay over at a guy’s place!"
"Ninomiya is literally living with him."
"Kiieeek!!"
The Saint’s vision of the future soon came to pass.
"Are you sure about this? I can just sleep on the couch."
"No! Lie down, Yujin!"
As the night deepened, the four of them ended up in the same room.
Officially, it was a pajama party to celebrate Yujin’s S-rank victory.
In reality, it was a tense night of countering Ninomiya Aika.
"Alright, I’m turning off the lights."
Click.
"Goodnight, everyone. Mentor."
"Goodnight, Yujin!"
"Ninomiya, have a good night too. Oh, and if the floor’s uncomfortable, feel free to use a private room. You’re at that age where joint health is important."
"W-what!?"
Thus began a long, chaotic night.
Four clueless individuals, each with their own thoughts and schemes, prepared for the unknown.
[Yujin, nothing weird happened with that old hag, right?]
[Of course not. What do you take me for?]
[Good. Now, give me your hand. I’ll just hold it while we sleep.]
The night’s first move was made by Sia, who reached out under the covers.
Her goal? Secure a hand-holding advantage.
[Alright...]
Rustle.
"Yujin. What was that sound?"
"Student, what are you doing?"
"Hiiik!!!"
The attempt was instantly thwarted.
Both Alice and Aika were on high alert, their senses sharp as blades.
Aika’s voice was particularly icy.
‘I wanted to sleep next to him, but nooo, I had to lose the stupid lottery...!’
Aika had drawn the short straw in their sleeping arrangement.
The lineup went Sia-Yujin-Alice-Aika, with her stuck at the far edge.
To see her precious student surrounded by two young women? It was infuriating.
[Speaking of, Yujin, you remember that promise, right? The one about... continuing during the break.]
[H-Huh!? Alice, I...]
[Well, it’s break now, isn’t it?]
‘This British girl is acting suspicious...’
Aika’s sharp instincts flared.
She trusted Sia. That flat-chested girl was harmless enough.
But Alice? No. Not with her curves and blatant flirtation.
[Hey, kid. Let’s have a little chat.]
[Huh!?]
Aika directed her pressure at Alice, ensuring she couldn’t try anything.
Alice, scowling, glared back.
‘So, that’s how you want to play it, Ninomiya?’
[...Alice? Why did you suddenly go quiet?]
[Oh, nothing at all~.]
‘There’s no choice now—I’ll have to settle this head-on!’
[What’s the matter, old lady?]
[...Excuse me? What did you just call me?]
[I’m just saying—you’re nothing but a pervert thinking about doing it with Yujin.]
[W-what did you just say!?!?]
Alice’s jab landed hard, but it only fueled Aika’s competitive fire.
Having recognized Aika’s shady tendencies from their very first meeting, Alice was now determined to confront her head-on.
Ding.
[Hypnosis-chan enthusiastically fans the flames.]
[It’s too much to let all four of them do it, so maybe just let those two handle it...]
The Saint’s and Hypnosis-chan’s scheme was unfolding perfectly.
Completely oblivious, Alice and Aika clashed telepathically,
each vying for Yujin’s attention (and more).
Both were after the same prize: Yujin’s purity.
Thick tension filled the air.
[Hey, Yujin. Open your eyes for a second.]
[Huh? Sia? What’s going—ugh!!!]
Dark shadows loomed.