Looking at the inseparable pair, Shiina Mashiro could no longer hold back and ran over, hugging Hoshino Sora's body and speaking in a coquettish tone, her large eyes filled with adorable innocence.
"Alright, alright, I love you both, I love you all. I'm not someone who shows favoritism."
As he spoke, he pulled Shiina Shinohiru into his arms again, one on his left, one on his right, a joyful expression on his face.
"But you are a philanderer."
Hearing Hoshino Sora's words, Shiina Shinohiru in his arms couldn't help but look up and retort, a subtle hint in her eyes.
"Yes, I am also a philanderer, but I treat every relationship very seriously."
Hoshino Sora wasn't angry at Shiina Shinohiru's words; instead, he added jokingly.
"I know, otherwise we wouldn't like you."
To this, Shiina Shinohiru nodded in deep agreement, her expression very serious.
If Hoshino Sora didn't treat every girl equally, without favoritism, and with the same love, she wouldn't have been able to fall for this man.
Of course, it was more because of Hoshino Sora's long-term patient companionship.
Meanwhile, in Yumeko Jabami's room.
"Swish~ Swish~"
The curtains were tightly drawn, and the girl was sharpening a knife, a distinct excitement flickering in her crimson eyes.
Her lips curved slightly upward, as if she was thinking of something happy.
"Hoshino-kun, just you wait. I will definitely crush you on the main battlefield! After winning the match, I'll pin you down and fiercely…"
The room was filled with her self-talk. It was clear that Yumeko Jabami's covetousness for Hoshino Sora was not a recent development, otherwise, she wouldn't have accumulated so many emotions.
A crimson tongue lightly traced her lips, and the silvery gleam of the knife reflected the girl's arrogance. This was her battle. By defeating Hoshino Sora, she could gain some initiative in this love affair.
This was a very simple thought from a girl.
This was also the reason for her continuous efforts; not only to defeat Hoshino Sora and reach the top of Far Moon, but also to gain a certain degree of initiative in this relationship.
Her understanding of love was shallow: whoever was stronger was the active party, and whoever was weaker was the passive one.
If Hoshino Sora knew her thoughts, he would surely burst into laughter. After all, compared to being active, he preferred being passive, such as having his face stepped on by a beautiful girl in stockings with a look of disdain.
Of course, he would certainly not elaborate on such private matters to Yumeko Jabami, who had not yet become part of his harem, so her misunderstanding was only natural.
Afternoon, four o'clock, Tsukiten Space.
"Sorry for the wait!"
"The Food War Management Bureau has approved this special Food War! And the host will still be me, Kawashima Rei, from the first year of high school, or rather, the second year now!"
"Super cute Xiao Li!"
"Hello, everyone!"
A cute-looking girl spoke energetically on the stage, and the audience, wearing cheering headbands, immediately waved their cheering sticks vigorously, creating a grand momentum.
The girls behind them, however, had gloomy expressions.
"Then, please, both parties enter from your respective entrances!"
Seeing the heated atmosphere on the scene, Kawashima Rei nodded with satisfaction, then picked up the microphone, bowed, and then stood up abruptly, speaking with great vigor.
"First to enter is~"
"The Ten Elite First Seat of Far Moon! Hoshino Sora, known as the guardian of tradition!"
The venue was packed with people, and everyone's gaze was focused on the two cooking stations in the center of Tsukiten Space. Colorful lights gathered, finally converging on the right passage.
"Eh..." Kawashima Rei's face showed a hint of surprise as she watched the figure emerging from the passage.
Logically, in a Food War duel in Tsukiten Space, the two contestants should enter from the left and right respectively, eventually forming an opposing stance.
However, under Hoshino Sora's strong insistence, Yumeko Jabami finally compromised, her face slightly flushed, as she held his hand and entered with him from the same direction.
Their actions undoubtedly drew exclamations of surprise from the audience. The people in the stands did not know what had happened to make two people, who should have been on opposing sides, stand intimately together.
"What's going on? Isn't this a Food War duel? Isn't a Food War a place to resolve disputes? Why do they look so intimate!"
"Exactly, it's strange. Logically, even if they aren't at loggerheads, they shouldn't be getting along so harmoniously, should they? There must be something fishy going on."
"And they're even holding hands. These two must be having an affair! A woman's intuition tells me so. But this guy's girlfriends might be a bit too many: Erina-sama, Alice-sama, Mito, Shina..."
"I'm so envious! The women around the Ten Elite First Seat are all more beautiful than the last, and most importantly, their cooking skills are excellent. I really don't know how he manages to conquer so many girls."
The audience below discussed animatedly. Kawashima Rei on the stage picked up the microphone: "Ahem, it seems our Elite Ten Sixth Seat is already impatient. I imagine this will be an intense battle!"
Her voice gradually shifted from awkward to enthusiastic, and finally, she managed to redirect the awkward atmosphere back to passion. It must be said that Kawashima Rei's emotional self-control was truly impressive.
"Then, let's get ready to start."
Walking leisurely to the cooking station, Hoshino Sora looked at the many ingredients prepared in advance on his station, exchanged a glance with Yumeko Jabami, and then spoke softly.
"Mm!"
Arriving at her cooking station, Yumeko Jabami's fighting spirit was high, with an unnamed small flame seeming to burn in her eyes. But neither of them moved. They were waiting, waiting for Kawashima Rei's command.
Although their current status meant they didn't need to care about that guy, this was a Food War after all, and a bit of ritual was good. So, they didn't move until they received the start command.
"The cooking theme is 'Duck', and the time limit is two hours. The competition begins now!"
Seeing the two already poised for action, Kawashima Rei understood that they were giving her face. Without further hesitation, she sternly announced the start of the competition.
"Wow! It's finally starting."
"I'm already getting excited!"
"This is an Elite Ten Food War! Can I really watch this without paying?!"
The audience was buzzing with excitement, all eyes focused on the center of the stage, and among them were many familiar faces to Hoshino Sora.
Elite Ten Second Seat, Eishi Tsukasa, stood on the high platform, his gaze fixed on Hoshino Sora's cooking station.
"What's wrong, Tsukasa? You're actually here to watch your junior's match. That's not your style."
"Ah, Rindo, I'm just very curious about Hoshino. After all, he's the man who defeated us."
"Tsk, I don't think that was your true strength. Azami Nakiri made you do that, didn't he?"
Looking at Eishi Tsukasa beside him, the young man's eyes showed no ripples, and he did not deny Kobayashi Rindo's words, maintaining a completely silent attitude.
"Looks like I guessed right. No wonder you suddenly suggested using Wellington steak to fight."
"Rindo, you're thinking too much. We were simply outmatched."
Shaking his head, Eishi Tsukasa did not directly answer Kobayashi Rindo's question, but spoke in an ambiguous tone.
"If we were to have another match like that, Rindo, would you still stand by me?"
"What are you talking about? We're close friends with deep bonds! How could I possibly abandon you?"
Hearing Eishi Tsukasa's somewhat unclear question, Kobayashi Rindo immediately put his arm around his shoulder and said, a hint of worry in her eyes.
"While the two contestants are competing, I will introduce the judges for this competition."
On the other side, seeing Hoshino Sora and Yumeko Jabami start almost simultaneously, Kawashima Rei held the microphone and passionately began her introduction.
"The two on the far left and far right are the current CEOs of 'HUB Foods', the leader in the curry industry, known as the Curry Queens, the Senhyo Sisters!"
"I'm really looking forward to Hoshino-kun's cooking!"
"Sister, you look like a pervert."
"Sitting in the middle is Executive Officer An, a First Class Executive Officer from the WGO!"
As the introductions finished, another uproar filled the audience, because these were all very famous, heavyweight figures, beings they normally had to look up to, and they never expected them to personally attend a Food War without stakes!?
"Don't disappoint me, Ten Elite First Seat."
Looking at Hoshino Sora, who was leisurely preparing duck hearts on the left side of the cooking station, An's face showed a hint of anticipation. She had heard about his match and specifically rushed over.
The top-tier cuisine prepared by the Ten Elite First Seat—this was an irresistible temptation for her!
Moreover, his opponent was also very skilled, the Elite Ten Sixth Seat. What kind of dish could she possibly present?!
It's worth looking forward to!
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