Especially Yukino, who appeared cold and indifferent on the surface, but in reality, her mind was completely focused on Tenya.
It's just that with her tsundere personality, without a suitable opportunity, it would probably be difficult to break through that barrier.
But never mind...
Let the children resolve their own affairs.
The daughter of the Yukinoshita family will make the right choice.
...
At Tenya's apartment.
"Please come in."
Tenya opened the shoe cabinet, which was filled with women's shoes of various colors and sizes.
"Why do you have so many women's shoes in your house?" Yukino's face darkened.
"The more the merrier, better safe than sorry."
Tenya took out the "Mr. Pan Limited Edition" slippers he had prepared beforehand (Panda slippers).
"!!!"
Yukino's eyes lit up, and her heart was greatly shaken.
"Good heavens..."
"Yukino was captivated in an instant."
Haruno couldn't help but cover her face. As a siscon, she naturally knew her sister's unique preferences.
"These are Haruno's." Tenya picked up a pair of burgundy slippers.
"Hmph, you have some taste."
Haruno took off her sandals and wiggled her ten toes painted with bright red nail polish.
"These are Mrs. Yukinoshita's."
Tenya took out a pair of purple slippers with a certain charm.
"Tenya-kun, there's no need to be formal, just call me auntie."
Kiyomi smiled slightly, bending down to slowly take off her white tabi socks.
Tenya's eyes shifted slightly. This was the first time he had seen this
Tabi socks are usually worn with geta (wooden clogs), and the bottom is slightly hard, suitable for walking indoors. However, they have poor breathability and can become smelly if worn for a long time.
Out of curiosity, Tenya couldn't help but look a few more times.
As if sensing his gaze, a trace of unnaturalness appeared on Kiyomi's cheeks.
Even she would mind being smelled.
Subconsciously, she retracted her fair and tender feet. Her skin was as delicate as a young girl's, the only difference being the slightly deeper blue veins on the back of her feet, which gave her a unique charm.
"Hey!"
"Are you a pervert?"
Yukino lifted her panda slipper and stepped on him fiercely.
The panda on the pattern, with its squinting, contemptuous eyes, was in sync with her own gaze.
"Yukino, it's about appreciating openly. Why should we feel ashamed of discovering human beauty?" Tenya said with a righteous expression.
"...."
Yukino opened her mouth, and for a moment, she was speechless.
"Pfft!"
"If someone said that, they would definitely be labeled a pervert." Haruno chuckled.
"Because I said it, it's different." Tenya shrugged. That was just how it was.
"You win."
Being able to convince the strong-willed and competitive Yukino could be considered a huge victory.
After entering the house, Tenya invited the three Yukinoshita women to sit down.
"Would you like some black tea?"
"Thank you."
"Wait, let me brew it instead."
Yukino voluntarily took on the task of making tea.
"Oh, Yukino is as skilled as a hostess." Tenya teased.
"Hmph, I'm just preventing someone from putting strange medicine in the tea." Yukino was being stubborn.
...
Tenya's house has four rooms, which is just enough for the three Yukinoshita women to have one each.
Without needing to say anything, the three Yukinoshita women very consciously took on the tasks of washing clothes, cooking, and cleaning the house.
They didn't put on airs like pampered young ladies from a wealthy family at all, which made Tenya very satisfied.
He brought the three Yukinoshita women home not to worship them like simps. He would order them around when needed, there was no need to be polite.
For example, having Yukino massage his back and shoulders. At first, she would feel embarrassed, but later she gradually got used to it.
What moved him the most was that Kiyomi actually personally washed his feet.
Can you imagine, the head of a prestigious family, a female CEO of a listed company, kneeling before you to wash your feet?
The technique and so on were secondary. The key was the stimulating sensory experience it brought, which was simply exhilarating and irresistible.
In return, Tenya casually dealt with those who came to cause trouble for the Yukinoshita family, including more than a dozen oddities.
To ensure their safety, Tenya crafted three bracelets with magic protection using the [Item Creation] skill and gifted them to the three women.
"This thing..."
Yukino, possessing Spiritual Sense, could naturally sense the extraordinary nature of the bracelets.
"What beautiful gems, these must be very expensive, right?"
Haruno's eyes lit up, and she curiously played with the crystal-clear gem bracelet on her hand.
Having some knowledge of jewelry, she was currently unable to distinguish the specific composition of these gems.
"Just so-so, the material is just ordinary gems."
The three bracelets together cost less than 200000 yen, not considered high-end luxury goods.
However, the focus was not on the material, but on the modifications made by Tenya using his skills.
"Tenya-kun, thank you very much."
Kiyomi received the bracelets with both hands and bowed deeply to him.
Her judgment of people was indeed correct. This man before her was reliable and had the ability to protect them.
She secretly pondered, 'Such a great favor likely cannot be repaid by simply washing feet.'
Kiyomi felt troubled for a moment. What should she give in return to repay this immense favor?
Hearing Kiyomi's inner thoughts, Tenya's heart couldn't help but pound.
This was a good opportunity!
Selfless dedication was not his habit. Seeking repayment for kindness was his usual operation.
Late one night.
Kiyomi got up after using the restroom.
Tenya, holding a red wine glass, was drinking alone in the living room.
"Tenya-kun, why are you drinking alone late at night?"
A hint of surprise flashed in Kiyomi's eyes.
She also noticed another empty wine glass on the table, the meaning of which was self-evident.
"No, I'm not drinking wine, but loneliness."
"Auntie, would you care to join me for a drink?"
Tenya swirled the red wine in his hand, his eyes containing a hint of aggression.
'As expected, he was waiting for me.'
Kiyomi instantly understood the look in Tenya's eyes, and her cheeks flushed slightly.
However, she did not make excuses to refuse. After a brief thought, she chose to accept his invitation.
"If Tenya-kun doesn't mind an old woman, I would be happy to accompany you."
Kiyomi moved with graceful steps and sat down gracefully beside Tenya.
Look!
This is the advantage of a mature woman.
They can understand you with just a look.
No need to beat around the bush or pull back.
"What are you thinking about?"
"Auntie is charming and moving, her appeal is even greater than Haruno and Yukino."
Tenya pretended to be slightly drunk and placed his hand on her soft, fragrant shoulder.
"Ah, my, my."
"Tenya-kun is good at joking."
Kiyomi reached up to brush back the strands of black hair that had fallen across her forehead and smiled charmingly.
Pulling up her sleeve, she picked up the wine bottle with her hand, first refilled Tenya's glass, and then poured a full glass for herself.
"Cheers!"
Tenya's intention at this moment was clearly revealed.
"...."
Kiyomi naturally understood the implied meaning behind his words.
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