The morning after Rei Kawashira's arrival, the neighborhood got a whole lot livelier—and hotter.
Satoru Hihashi stood by the window, brushing his teeth with half-lidded eyes, when he saw it: a sleek, black van pulling up next door. Three silhouettes emerged, one by one.
The first was tall, poised, and elegant in a cream-colored blazer and tight pencil skirt. She walked like she owned the sidewalk.
Misaki Kawashira, 22. Office lady. Her cool expression could freeze boiling water, but she gave off an aura that made every man instinctively straighten their spine.
> [Target locked: Misaki Kawashira. Libido Level: 45%. Hidden trait: "Emotionally Starved"]
The EROS System chimed in quietly, its blue glow faint in the corner of Satoru's vision.
The second figure exited with a stretch, cracking her neck and shoulders. Sporting a black tank top and bike shorts that hugged every curve, she tossed her gym bag over her shoulder.
Rika Kawashira, 20. College sophomore and part-time kickboxing instructor. Her eyes were bright, confident, and a little too interested in teasing.
> [Target locked: Rika Kawashira. Libido Level: 71%. Mood: "Playfully Dangerous"]
Satoru gulped.
Then came the final figure—petite, modest, and quietly hugging a large backpack. Her long, dark hair was tied into a low ponytail, and when her eyes scanned the street and landed on him through the window—she immediately turned red.
Mina Kawashira, 18. High school third year. And… his classmate.
> [Target locked: Mina Kawashira. Libido Level: 36%. Mood: "Shy Curiosity"]
He choked on his toothpaste.
"No no no. Not her! We're classmates—this system is way too dangerous…!"
Before he could escape the awkwardness, his mom called out, "Satoru! Rei-san and her daughters are coming over to say hello!"
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Thirty Minutes Later
Their living room looked like something out of a magazine—tea cups, snacks, and four beautiful women seated like royalty. Satoru sat stiffly on the edge of the couch, fully aware that Rei Kawashira, just one seat over, crossed her legs in a skirt just short enough to test gravity.
"So, you're the famous Satoru-chan?" Rika leaned in from across the coffee table, arms casually resting on her thighs, which were practically bursting out of her shorts. "You're cuter than I expected."
"He's always been bright," Rei said, sipping her tea with a sly grin. "Top student, track and field ace… though I hear he's been single lately."
That stung. Misaki looked up from her phone. "Ah. Dumped, huh? At your age?"
"I-it's more complicated than that…" Satoru muttered.
Mina said nothing. She just stared at her tea, cheeks red, eyes occasionally flicking toward him before looking away again.
> [System Alert: Multiple MILF-related targets detected. Potential Harem Route unlocked.]
[New Trait Acquired: "Irresistible Scent – increases female attention within a 2-meter radius."]
He felt the shift immediately.
Misaki subtly leaned forward.
Rika sniffed the air and raised an eyebrow. "Hmm. Why do you smell kinda… good?"
"I-it's new shampoo?" Satoru blurted.
"Must be," Rei said, chuckling softly. "Or maybe he's growing into a man."
> [Target Rei Kawashira's Libido Level increased to 92% – Phase: Temptation.]
Satoru wiped sweat from his brow. The system was out of control.
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Later That Night
After dinner, Satoru stepped out into the quiet neighborhood for fresh air. That's when he heard the familiar voice behind him.
"Can't sleep?" It was Rei, wearing a soft silk robe and holding a glass of wine. Her hair was down, and her eyes sparkled under the moonlight. "Neither can I."
She walked closer, her scent faintly sweet and floral.
"I was just thinking," she said, sipping slowly. "You've grown up so much. I still remember when you ran around with a toy sword pretending to slay dragons."
He laughed nervously. "Yeah… that was a long time ago."
Her voice softened. "You've become… handsome, Satoru."
> [Libido Level: 96% – Phase: Seduction Initiated.]
His breath hitched. The air between them grew heavy. Rei stepped closer, barely a foot away now. Her fingers brushed his cheek.
And then—
> [System Warning: "Boundary Protocol Triggered. Intimacy Limit Approaching."]
[New Choice Available – Engage/Resist?]
[Engage Path: Unlock Rei Kawashira Affection Route.]
[Resist Path: Unlock Long-Term Romance Route.]
Satoru blinked. Two choices?
He glanced at Rei's eyes—half-lidded, inviting.
"Make your move, Satoru," the system whispered.
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To be continued…