[First Kiss Reward: 5,000 yen]
[First time Intercourse Reward: Random car worth 2 million yen]
[First Kiss Reward: 33 hot spring admission tickets (universal)]
[Home Run Reward: Hot spring ownership certificate]
...
As Nanaya saw more rewards, he noticed most of what these people could offer him was monetary.
Very few could provide him with skills.
Men also had related information, but their rewards required establishing certain bonds with them.
So Nanaya simply excluded male rewards altogether.
Just when Nanaya thought tonight would yield no results, he spotted a street bathed in mysterious lighting.
The bustling crowd moved under dazzling neon lights that painted everyone's faces and bodies, creating an exciting, impulsive atmosphere.
After some thought, Nanaya walked over.
After declining enthusiastic invitations from many scantily clad ladies, Nanaya finally reached the middle section of the street - where the more proper bars were located.
Along with some love hotels.
The three types of establishments clustered together, offering complete "one-stop" services.
Quite convenient.
Randomly selecting a bar, Nanaya entered.
Immediately, deafening music assaulted his ears as a singer on stage belted out lyrics while crowds of men and women swayed wildly below.
Nanaya took a corner seat, ordered a beer, and began scanning the crowd. However today went, he couldn't return empty-handed.
Perhaps by luck or fate,
He actually spotted a mature woman sitting alone at a booth, her table covered with empty bottles.
Quite the drinker.
Nanaya raised an eyebrow.
[Machida Sonoko]
[Gender: Female]
[Age: 28]
[Measurements: 88/59/95cm]
[Affection: 40]
[Impression: Stranger]
[Difficulty Level: C]
[Weakness: No boyfriend]
[First Kiss Reward: Alcohol Tolerance]
[First time Reward: 68% shares of Fantasia Bunko]
...
Nanaya hadn't expected to find this editor of Kasumigaoka Shizuku here.
And the rewards were in a completely different league from what he'd seen before.
Both rewards could provide him significant advantages.
Well then, tonight's target is decided!
Nanaya picked up his beer and moved to sit beside her.
The booth was small, its soft couch making Nanaya sink in, while the tilt caused Machida Sonoko to half-sit on his lap.
Machida Sonoko had originally come to drown her frustrations about one of her authors' works being canceled.
As just a small editor with little influence, what could she do when Fantasia Bunko prioritized profits?
All she could do was drink glass after glass, trying to numb herself so facing her author wouldn't be too difficult.
Then suddenly someone sat beside her, making her half-collapse into their arms?!
"All alone, big sister?"
"Want some company?"
Before Sonoko could straighten up, a magnetic voice sounded by her ear.
A pickup?
Even with this look?
Though nearly thirty, Sonoko knew how to protect herself.
Tonight she'd deliberately applied old-fashioned, unflattering makeup, wore bulky outdated clothes and large ugly glasses, with messy hair.
All to avoid being hit on or taken advantage of while drunk.
Yet someone still approached her?
Had her makeup smudged?
Sonoko sat up properly to avoid sitting in the man's lap and looked up at his face.
A straight nose, delicate features, sharp jawline.
Undeniably handsome, and quite young too - a perfect little wolf type.
Her heart fluttered!
Sonoko found herself unable to look away from Nanaya.
Nanaya observed this "old woman" - her makeup hid her looks, her clothes were frumpy, and the dim lighting made her appear aged and plain.
But having seen her stats, Nanaya knew Sonoko's true appearance. Their earlier contact -
Her softness against him, the pale skin at her neck - had already piqued his interest in this highly self-protective woman.
"Y-you're talking to me?"
"Of course. Will you drink with me, sis?"
Nanaya boldly wrapped an arm around Sonoko's waist, pulling her back against him.
The closeness let him detect orchid fragrance beneath the alcohol.
Her bulky clothes became ineffective under such contact.
Feeling the roaming hand at her waist, Sonoko squirmed slightly, her face burning.
Nanaya's looks and personality perfectly matched her nearly-thirty tastes.
What's wrong with liking younger men?!
With alcohol lowering inhibitions and his initiative, Sonoko didn't resist, instead resting her head on Nanaya's shoulder.
Ah~ such firm shoulders~
Nanaya watched the affection meter visibly climb from 40 to 78.
"Here, little brother, let's drink~"
Sonoko poured Nanaya a drink, attempting a practiced toast she'd once seen hostesses do - though this was actually her first time trying it.
Her heartbeat raced wildly.
Feeling Nanaya play along made her heart nearly leap out!
Noticing her trembling arms and stuttering words, Nanaya's lips curled in a cold smile.
Heh, enjoy your high while you can.
Let's see how proud you'll be tonight!
As they drank together, the atmosphere grew increasingly comfortable.
Several women who spotted Nanaya came over with bold invitations, even innuendos offering "two-person yoga sessions."
Nanaya firmly rejected them all.
Though Sonoko received many envious looks, she felt no anger - only delight at their obvious jealousy!
Her eyes when looking at Nanaya practically formed pink heart shapes~
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