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Chapter 77 The misunderstanding is getting deeper and deeper (the third update)
"Your Jasmine Milk Tea is this cup."
As Lily's mind became increasingly muddled, Akito's sudden words nearly startled her.
She came back to her senses and saw Akito push the Jasmine Milk Tea towards her.
"Oh, oh, thank you."
Lily nodded.
Then she immediately paid Akito for the Jasmine Milk Tea, not thinking of taking advantage of him.
Drinking her milk tea, Lily was still thinking about what had just happened.
Seeing that Lily seemed a bit distracted, Akito, who had originally wanted to seize the opportunity to explain the misunderstanding, could only wait for now.
He savored the taste of the classic milk tea; this was his first time drinking milk tea since he transmigrated, and it tasted quite good. Milk tea is generally similar from one place to another.
"I feel…"
At this moment, Lily suddenly spoke, "It seems like a lot of eyes are on us?"
The various gazes around her made her feel a little uncomfortable.
"That's probably my problem, they seem to have recognized me."
Akito explained.
"Oh, oh, right… You're already S-Class Rank 5 now, so you have a certain level of fame."
Lily realized that Akito was already a big celebrity.
Especially after the previous Meteor Disaster, the Hero Association not only rapidly promoted Akito's ranking but also heavily publicized his heroic deeds.
Of course, the Hero Association must have had something to gain to do this.
Just like Sweet Mask is the Hero Association's most important publicity ambassador, essentially advertising for the Hero Association, which can attract more talent to join the association, as well as obtain more investment and donations.
In short, Akito, as the savior of Z City, gained a significant wave of popularity through the Hero Association's marketing.
Whether it was his handsome appearance, powerful strength, or the heroic act of preventing the meteor from falling, all met the Hero Association's marketing requirements.
"Speaking of which, are you still studying at this school? You shouldn't be putting all your effort into being a professional hero, right?"
At this moment, Akito asked with slight curiosity.
"Yes, I'm still studying, but after I became a professional hero, the school no longer requires me to have perfect attendance. As long as I can participate in the necessary exams on time, it's fine."
Lily replied.
So now she puts more thought into the Fubuki Group, and doesn't pay much attention to her studies.
Most people in this world are actually like this; after all, it can be said to be a world where strength is supreme. The strong are not short on money, and even if rich people have a lot of money, they can't exchange it for powerful strength, so studying is naturally not a very necessary thing.
For example, Fubuki and Psykos clearly did not go to college. It is known that Fubuki and Psykos graduated from high school about four or five years ago, and Psykos established the Monster Association at least two or three years ago, while Fubuki had already joined the Hero Association, indicating that they definitely did not go through four years of college.
But that doesn't prevent them from having a foothold in this world, one with Dragon-Level Threat combat power, and the other with top A-class strength.
"That's true…"
Akito nodded slightly.
So at this time, he wouldn't tell Lily to study hard and improve every day; that would be too ridiculous.
"What about you? You don't look much older than me, are you still studying too?"
Lily couldn't help but ask.
She had never known Akito's age, only feeling that he looked like a peer.
To some extent, it was because Akito's appearance didn't show his age much; he was already 20 but looked not much different from a high school student. His Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan, however, made him look much more mature.
"Not really, I only went to college for half of it."
Akito said casually.
What he said was indeed true, because before transmigrating, he was a student about to enter his junior year of college, and after transmigrating, he was forced to drop out.
"Oh, oh."
Lily showed no surprise at Akito only attending half of college.
After all, for her, it was also possible that she might become a full-time hero one day.
Moreover, Akito is an S-Class Rank 5 hero, already successful and not lacking money or fame, so dropping out to be a full-time hero is a very normal thing to do.
"Wait, I had a reason, I didn't drop out on purpose."
As if realizing something, Akito immediately emphasized.
He was worried Lily would misunderstand him and imitate him by dropping out to become a full-time hero.
"Alright…"
If Akito hadn't reminded her, Lily would have actually been a little swayed.
"Oh, right, about inviting you to my home for tea earlier, that was actually…"
Akito was about to start explaining the matter.
He was halfway through his sentence when Lily interrupted him, "I… I've actually thought it through. I just wasn't mentally prepared before…"
"…No, you listen to me first."
Akito's tone was slightly helpless, "That was just normal hospitality for guests, including Fubuki, she also comes to my house as a guest from time to time."
"Lady Fubuki…?"
Lily immediately froze for a moment.
Judging by her reaction, it seemed she only heard "Fubuki" from Akito's entire sentence.
"What's wrong?"
Akito asked, puzzled.
"No, nothing…"
Lily shook her head slightly, but her expression clearly became a little strange.
Lady Fubuki…
When? Already??
Clearly, not only did Akito fail to clarify the misunderstanding, but he also fell into a deeper one.
Because in Lily's subconscious, only dating couples would do that.
But… at this moment, Lily was momentarily unclear why she was so shaken, was it because of Lady Fubuki? Or because of Akito…?
Seeing the change in Lily's expression, Akito immediately realized something was amiss.
"Something really happened, didn't it? Can you tell me?"
Akito immediately pressed on.
If it was a bigger misunderstanding, it would be troublesome if he didn't clarify it...
"I… I won't hand you over to…"
At this moment, Lily suddenly said some inexplicable words, but halfway through, she changed her mind, "I won't hand Lady Fubuki over to you!"
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ps: The third update will be late, but it might also be delayed until tomorrow if I can't stay up. If it's delayed until tomorrow, I'll update as early as possible. (Mainly, my old account also has an old book that needs extra chapters updated...)
Chapter 78: Fubuki's Question
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Akito immediately rubbed his forehead, "What do you mean you won't hand Fubuki-sama over to me? You've misunderstood again, haven't you?"
"Isn't that right? You and Fubuki-sama..."
Lily's expression looked very agitated.
"That's not true. That guy often comes to my house to hang out ever since that incident where he came looking for trouble, that's all."
Akito explained directly, "Speaking of which, there are quite a lot of people who come to my house every day, which is why I asked you to come to my house for tea before."
"Oh, oh..."
Lily nodded, looking a bit dazed.
However, Akito's explanation didn't seem to be very effective; it looked like Lily hadn't quite grasped the meaning of his words.
Akito had already said what he needed to say, so he didn't add anything more.
Next, Akito and Lily chatted while drinking Milk Tea.
Lily gradually became less reserved compared to when they first started.
...
Unconsciously, two hours passed just like that.
Akito glanced at the time; it was already around 5 PM.
He then said, "Let's call it a day here. I should go back and prepare dinner."
"Alright..."
Lily nodded slightly, a hint of reluctance flickering in the depths of her eyes.
Having finally found a friend with whom she could chat and laugh, Lily naturally felt a subconscious reluctance to part ways.
"Let's hang out again sometime if we get the chance."
Before they parted, Akito said to Lily.
"Mhm!"
Lily nodded happily.
...
After leaving the Milk Tea Shop, Akito teleported directly home.
Lily came out a few steps behind Akito; she had originally wanted to say something to Akito, but when she came out, she couldn't see Akito anywhere.
She looked around for a while but still couldn't find Akito.
Helpless, she could only take out her phone.
"Why did you disappear so quickly?"
"I'm already home."
"So fast! Was that just in the blink of an eye?"
Lily couldn't comprehend Akito's speed at all.
"Is something wrong?"
Akito asked.
"Nothing, just wanted to say I had a lot of fun today, thank you ♪(･ω･)ﾉ"
"You're welcome, I had a good time today too."
Afterward, Akito and Lily didn't chat much more.
At this moment, Akito noticed that Fubuki was no longer there.
"Has Fubuki gone back?"
Akito asked Genos.
"Yes, she went back about half an hour ago."
Genos nodded.
...
The next day.
Lily attended all her classes today, but her middle school division finished at two or three in the afternoon, leaving her plenty of time for her own activities.
After school, Lily went to the Fubuki Group's base as usual for work.
But as soon as she entered the office, she saw Fubuki sitting in her seat.
"Fubuki-sama?"
Lily was immediately surprised.
"Lily, there's something I want to ask you."
Fubuki said to Lily with a serious expression.
"What is it? Please speak, Fubuki-sama!"
Lily asked.
Seeing Fubuki-sama's serious demeanor, Lily couldn't help but feel a little nervous.
"It's about Akito..."
Fubuki's tone was slightly solemn.
"...!"
Lily's expression instantly changed to one of surprise.
Why would Fubuki-sama suddenly bring up Akito?
Was it because of her outing with Akito yesterday...?
"You went out with him yesterday, and it seems your relationship is quite good?"
Fubuki asked.
"This..."
Lily's heart skipped a beat.
Fubuki-sama's demeanor was just like she was questioning her relationship with Akito.
Fubuki-sama really still...
"Ye... yes."
Lily still nodded in admission.
Even if Fubuki-sama truly had feelings for Akito, she wouldn't be surprised.
After all, the current Akito was indeed outstanding, whether it was his powerful strength and status as S-Class Rank 5, or his remarkably handsome appearance.
Knowing that this might displease Fubuki-sama, she still admitted it as if by some strange impulse.
"Is that so... Can you tell me how you managed to get along so well with Akito?"
At this point, Fubuki asked very straightforwardly.
"...Eh?!"
Lily had originally thought Fubuki-sama would scold her or something, but instead, she was asking her about this kind of thing...
"This... I don't know what to say, it just naturally... became a pretty good relationship, I guess?"
Lily replied.
Facing such a question, she didn't know how to answer.
"Can you be more specific? For example, how did you start?"
Fubuki pressed on.
"I..."
As soon as she recalled what happened back then, Lily's cheeks couldn't help but flush slightly.
After all, she had not only stalked him but also gotten lost and cried...
After hesitating for a while, Lily still recounted the general course of events.
...
After listening, Fubuki looked thoughtful.
"So, I'll also stalk him when he goes out."
This was the conclusion and realization she had reached.
"??"
Fubuki's summary instantly left Lily bewildered.
Normally, such an action would only cause the other person to feel annoyed, so why would Fubuki-sama think, "I'll just do this"?
Even Lily herself understood this, yet Fubuki-sama...
"No, Fubuki-sama, doing something like that will only make others dislike you..."
Lily immediately explained.
"Is that so?"
Fubuki even retorted with a question.
Then, she continued to ask, "Speaking of which, Akito has always been indifferent to me. Does that mean he dislikes me?"
"Pro... probably..."
Lily replied weakly in a soft voice.
"Speaking of which, Fubuki-sama probably went directly to Akito's house with Mountain Ape and Eyelashes before, right? It's probably mainly because that incident left a bad impression on him...?"
Lily guessed.
"Maybe, but I've apologized to him more than once. What else should I do?"
Fubuki was puzzled by this.
"..."
At this moment, Lily's expression was slightly troubled.
Because she didn't know what to do either.
"Then, according to what you said, your stalking him should have annoyed him, right? How did your relationship with him improve later?"
Fubuki wanted to reference Lily's method.
Lily immediately fell into thought, but after thinking for a while, she realized she hadn't deliberately done anything to improve the relationship, had she?
"Sorry, I'm not really sure. I remember I just added Akito on LINE and often chatted with him. Besides that, there was nothing else..."
Lily could only answer this way.
This was clearly a statement with little reference value, but when Fubuki heard it, she immediately slapped her palm.
"I get it!"
Chapter 79: Flowing Water Rock Shattering Fist
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"...?"
Lily momentarily didn't understand what Fubuki-sama had understood again.
But seeing Fubuki-sama's confident expression, she thought for a moment and decided not to press further.
After Fubuki left, Lily couldn't help but sigh softly, then her mood seemed somewhat low as she slumped onto the table.
Through the conversation she just had with Fubuki-sama, she became even more certain of one thing: Fubuki-sama had feelings for Akito...
Although Akito himself denied Fubuki-sama's matter yesterday at the Milk Tea Shop, that was Akito's unilateral opinion and didn't mean Fubuki-sama had no interest in Akito.
What should I do...?
The Fubuki-sama I respect and admire the most is going to become a love ri...
No, no!
Lily immediately clapped her hands on her hot, reddened cheeks, probably too shy to admit her feelings.
...
That day, Fubuki came to Akito's door again.
"Akito."
"Psykos isn't here."
Fubuki had barely raised her hand to knock when she heard Akito's response.
"No, I'm not here for Psykos, I'm here for you."
Fubuki immediately corrected him.
"For me?"
Akito found it hard to imagine anything good coming from Fubuki specifically seeking him out.
"What do you want? Speak first."
Akito only opened a crack in the door, poking his head out, and didn't directly let Fubuki in.
Fubuki then held her phone screen towards Akito, displaying her LINE account.
"What do you mean? Are you asking me to exchange LINE with you?"
Akito immediately asked.
"That's right."
Fubuki nodded.
Although he didn't quite understand what Fubuki was up to, Akito still accepted Fubuki's request.
"Done."
Akito accepted Fubuki's friend request.
"How come you don't even have a profile picture, and your name is so casual..."
Seeing Akito's default profile picture and a name of "." on his LINE account, Fubuki couldn't help but complain.
"Those things don't matter to me."
Akito said indifferently.
"Is that so? I'll add a note for you then."
Fubuki then typed a few times on her phone. She originally entered "Kamui" as the note but immediately deleted it and changed it to "Akito".
"Teacher, Bang has called."
At this moment, Genos's voice came from the living room.
"Bang? What does he want with us?"
Akito immediately returned to the living room.
Fubuki also followed in as a matter of course, then sat down in a nearby seat.
"He said he has something very interesting to show us and asked us to go to his dojo. If we're interested, he'll send someone to pick us up."
Genos explained the situation.
"No need to send someone, we'll just go directly."
Akito then walked to Genos's side, and before leaving, he left a message for Fubuki, "I'll trouble you with looking after the house."
"Hmm... huh?"
Fubuki didn't react immediately, then her beautiful eyes suddenly widened a bit.
"Wait a minute!"
However, it was already too late. By the time Fubuki shouted this, Akito and Genos had already disappeared.
Anyway, there was nothing valuable in Akito's house, so leaving Fubuki alone there was fine.
Moreover, Fubuki merely had a bad personality; she wouldn't do anything as petty as stealing.
...
In a flash, Akito brought Genos to Bang's dojo.
This dojo was located at the peak of a large mountain; normally, one would have to climb countless steep stairs to reach it, making it difficult for ordinary people to ascend.
But Akito and Genos were naturally not ordinary people. Genos could fly up, and Akito was even simpler and more direct, ascending with a Flying Thunder Leagend Technique or Kamui Sharingan technique.
"Oh! You're here right after I hung up the phone."
Looking at the suddenly appearing Akito and Genos, Bang exclaimed in surprise.
Having already witnessed Akito's speed and strength before, Bang didn't react with much surprise this time.
"Does Bang have something very interesting to show us?"
Genos asked directly.
At this time, Akito scanned his surroundings and noticed that apart from Bang, there was only one spiky-haired young man left in the entire dojo. This young man was Bang's disciple, Charanko.
He immediately realized that it must be that Garou had started causing trouble.
Garou was originally Bang's top disciple. While Bang was out on one occasion, Garou suddenly erupted during martial arts practice, beating up all the disciples present. Afterward, those disciples all left the dojo, and Garou himself was defeated and expelled by Bang.
Only Charanko, who had skipped class out of laziness, escaped that incident and became Bang's sole remaining disciple, so the position of top disciple naturally fell to him...
"Watch closely."
At this moment, Bang had already assumed his stance.
Then he performed a set of Flowing Water Rock Crushing Fist.
Bang's fist techniques were as gentle as flowing water, appearing to have no lethality, but only when truly faced with them would one realize how terrifying such techniques were. The fluid movements would suddenly, like a torrent, crush an opponent with a single blow.
This type of martial art is a typical example of using softness to overcome hardness, and it has miraculous effects against humanoid enemies, whether human or Monster.
Even Dragon-Level Threats like Gums and Ugly Fuhrer would be instantly killed when facing Bang, because their body shapes are biased towards humanoid forms.
However, Genos showed no reaction at all.
Akito, on the other hand, watched Bang's fist techniques quite seriously, wondering if he could learn Flowing Water Rock Crushing Fist.
After all, having more skills never hurts...
As a result, Akito only watched once, and his Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan played a huge role.
"Ding! Host has learned the martial art 'Flowing Water Rock Crushing Fist' and received a reward: 10 points!"
The reason Kakashi was called the "Copy Ninja" was because he had one of Obito's Mangekyo Sharingan, combined with the five-element chakra in his body, which, when paired with the Sharingan's copying ability, allowed him to copy almost all of an opponent's ninjutsu.
Of course, the principle of the copying ability is still based on the Sharingan's insight, which can meticulously observe the opponent's movement trajectories and replicate their movements to achieve ninjutsu copying. If it were a Sharingan technique that didn't require hand seals, it couldn't be copied.
"That's pretty much it. How do you feel? Want to give it a try?"
At this moment, Bang, who had finished performing a set of Flowing Water Rock Crushing Fist, asked Akitoand Genos, "Both of you are very talented; you should be able to learn it quickly, right?"
However, Bang would never have imagined that Akitohad already mastered Flowing Water Rock Crushing Fist just by watching a casual demonstration...