Chapter 72
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 72
Chapter Title: Actively Utilize Techniques!
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Anna wouldn't head home until after breakfast.
The moment I woke up in the morning and saw her naked body, I was tempted to go at it again, but with the academy waiting, I held back with tears in my eyes.
To be honest, this time it had mostly been missionary seeding press, but next time I wanted to play around a lot with her ass.
Thigh jobs using that plump ass flesh or doggy style—I wanted to try all sorts of things.
"You must have had quite the enjoyable night, Young Master."
On the way to the academy in the limo together, Rize smiled at my expression and spoke up.
"Yeah, pretty much. After hearing what Anna had to say yesterday, I was pretty shaken up myself... but once I accepted it, it wasn't so bad."
"I see. Even though my head's still throbbing a bit, I'm relieved to know it didn't cause any discord in the household."
"Right? Who would've thought her husband's kink was on that side of things."
"Well, either way, it's good news for you, Young Master."
"Rize."
"Yes."
"Just because I'm doing it with Anna doesn't mean I'll drastically cut back on our time together. Spending time with the woman I love is important to me too."
"...Yes."
Rize blushed and nodded.
So cute.
By the time we arrived at the academy and entered the classroom, Isihoon brightened up at the sight of my face.
"Judging by that look, looks like your worries are sorted out?"
"Yeah, we resolved it smoothly. Sorry for making you worry."
"As long as it's settled, everything's good."
"It's such a relief that Rubelt's troubles are gone!"
"Y-Yeah!"
"Yeah...!"
As we chatted with everyone and attended class.
Professor Dias addressed the whole class.
"Today, there's a commendation ceremony in the auditorium during lunch. Lunch will be 30 minutes shorter than usual, so keep that in mind."
"Commendation ceremony?"
"What kind?"
"You know, the one from two days ago..."
"Oh, right."
A few cadets glanced my way.
I'd been too preoccupied with Anna yesterday to pay attention, but from the rumors, it seemed the ceremony was related to me.
Lunchtime.
All the cadets finished eating and gathered in the auditorium.
The chairman on the platform, Shira Kemilgia, called my name.
"Rubelt Eldra. And Seo Yume, please come forward."
"Eh?! M-Me too!?"
Yume stepped forward in confusion and stood before the chairman.
The chairman pulled out the commendation certificate and recited something along the lines of how these cadets had encountered a Strenzar, responded appropriately to protect civilians, bravely repelled it, and thus were receiving this commendation. He handed them to Yume and me one by one.
"All academy cadets! Follow their example! Fight against Strenzars for the people! For humanity! That is all!"
The short ceremony ended amid thunderous applause from the cadets.
"Wh-Why me...?"
Even back in the classroom, Yume still couldn't grasp why she'd received it.
"Amazing, Yume!"
"Congratulations, Yume."
"Th-Thank you. But seriously, why me...?"
"Because you helped me out, casting support spells and aiding the civilians' evacuation."
"B-But repelling the Strenzar was mostly you, Rubelt..."
"Without you, I would've been too focused on the civilians to perform at full strength. So you deserved it."
"Yeah...?"
Yume nodded, looking bashful.
Afternoon sparring time.
"Flash Thunder!"
"Reverse Heaven!"
Claaaang!
I was swinging my katana against Chisaki, who kept insisting on more spars.
The conditions for the spar were two-fold.
Obviously, no secret techniques.
And we'd stop immediately if I said so.
Even outside sparring hours, Chisaki and I had plenty of chances to spar after school.
She'd come to our mansion afterward and use the training facilities, so we crossed paths often.
Plus, she always tagged along whenever Master came for private lessons.
Of course, it was great for me too—gaining experience and boosting Chisaki's affection levels.
Especially since her affection for me had noticeably risen after we three drank Brainstorm Sake together with Master last time.
"Sparring with a fellow disciple really hits different!"
"Heavenly Thunder Style doesn't get many intra-sect matches, so yeah!"
"Hehe, not just that... Take this!"
Chisaki twisted her body, adding spin as she swung her sword.
"Revolving Heaven!"
A Heavenly Thunder Style technique that attacked from all directions.
She mainly used it to position herself in the center of enemies.
Of course, I had no intention of taking it head-on—I dodged back and immediately counterattacked.
Claaaang!
"Yes! That's it! That scent of holding back so many moves—it makes me itch to peel back every layer! Show me more of your varied strengths, Rubelt... I mean, show me!"
What a battle maniac.
Well, that battle-crazed side of hers turns into quite the seductive charm once the romance storyline kicks in.
For Chisaki, it takes time to reach that overtly seductive phase.
Of course, I had no intention of waiting that long.
When it came to Chisaki, I had a skill-powered method to her quickly.
For her personality type, conquering her swiftly early on might even prevent future hassles.
So, time to lay the groundwork.
"Chisaki."
"What!"
"Ever thought about hitting a higher dungeon?"
"Of course!"
Clang clang clang!
My words seemed to excite her further, her swordplay growing fiercer.
Yet she showed no openings—a true testament to her training.
"Then how about a D-rank dungeon three days from now after school?"
Chisaki's eyes sparkled like a kid who'd gotten a new toy.
"Let's go!"
Hearing her immediate agreement, I sheathed my katana.
"Then that's it for this spar."
"Ehhh~ Already?"
"I wanna spar with the others too. But we'll swing our katanas plenty in three days, so prep ahead."
"Tch. Fine."
She pouted but accepted, lured by the D-rank dungeon mention.
And understandably so—in real time, they'd only go after midterms.
That meant at least two more months.
Chisaki might not know the exact date, but she knew it was far off.
Going in just three days meant fighting stronger foes sooner, which thrilled her enough to agree.
Yume's wasn't fully complete yet.
But I'd run Chisaki's in parallel midway through.
After school.
After leaving the academy, I visited Hubunkun's lab for the first time in a while.
"Hubuuuuunkun!"
"Ooooh! Young Master! Welcome!"
"Hm? Where's Rachel?"
"Hahaha, she's in the playroom doing some abandonment play right now."
"Got it!"
"You look bright—must mean the Anna issue's resolved. What was the problem, anyway?"
"Oh, well, you see..."
I gave Hubunkun—who I'd consulted—a brief rundown.
"Whoa... Her husband having a netorase kink? Never would've guessed."
"Me neither."
"But hmm... Congratulations, Young Master! You've added another woman to your fold!"
"Thanks, Hubunkun!"
We hadn't met in person lately, but I'd kept him updated over the phone.
Not the explicit details—just who I'd claimed, that sort of status report.
"Oh, right—got a request this time."
"What is it?"
"The semen flavor changer—can you do flavors other than apple?"
"Of course! Pop another pill, and it'll switch flavors by the next day."
"Ooh."
Impressively quick turnaround.
"What flavor would you like?"
"Strawberry. Oh, and grab some other fruit flavors while you're at it."
"Got it!"
Hubunkun grinned broadly, nodded, and clapped his hands with a smack.
"Oh! Young Master! I've got a new invention you'll love!"
"What is it?"
"Hehehe, it's..."
Hubunkun clenched his fist and shouted.
"A silent vibrator!"
"Silent... vibrator?"
"Yes! You know how rotors or vibes always make that buuuuzzing noise?"
"Yeah."
"I've applied the latest noise-cancellation tech! No sound, just pure vibration!"
"Ooh. How do you plan to use it?"
"For covert naughty play, of course, Young Master! Like those scenarios in lewd comics! During class! Slipping a rotor or vibe inside a girl! With this invention...!"
I could already guess what Hubunkun meant.
"What would get busted by noise in reality... can now be safely recreated!"
"Exactly!"
"Incredible, Hubunkun!"
Others might scoff at such a use case, but I alone understood the brilliance of his invention.
"Thank you, Young Master! It's all thanks to your support! Ah, do you need one now?"
"Hand it over! I'll use it later!"
Rize, Kagura, or Eli would get so thrilled if I used it on them.
A play straight out of porn... I wanted to try it once.
Of course, without disrupting class.
Hubunkun's invention was amazing, but I had other business to mention first.
"Hubunkun, I need you to prepare something."
"Prepare what?"
"Yeah. Within a week, if possible."
"Anything! This Furuta Yoichi will make it happen, whatever you desire!"
"Thanks."
Expressing my gratitude to Hubunkun.
"Think I'll be using the sensory modification device soon."
I notified him of the groundwork for conquering Chisaki.