Chapter 99
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 99
Chapter Title: Horndog! Seduction Operation!
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After entering the shop, we first ordered some light desserts.
I didn't know Yume's tastes all that well, so I asked for two strawberry shortcakes. The waiter quickly brought over the cakes that had been prepped in advance.
Of course, this waiter was connected to the Eldra family, and he was someone who wouldn't breathe a word of what I was about to tell Yume to anyone else.
"Let's eat first."
"B-but after working out, eating something like... c-cake...!"
"It's fine. We're Hunters, remember? Compared to our usual sparring and training volume, this is nothing."
"R-right you are!"
"Exactly. So eat up without holding back."
"Okay...! Thanks!"
Yume's eyes sparkled as she used the fork that came with it to cut the cake into a perfect bite-sized piece and popped it into her mouth.
"Mmm~!"
Maybe because she'd burned plenty of energy with club activities, Yume let out a blissful moan.
"Tasty?"
"Yeah, it's amazing! You usually need reservations to even get in here!"
"From now on, no waiting. You can have it right away."
"Really?"
"Of course. Yume's my girl now, right? This level of convenience is a given."
"Eek...!"
Yume's face flushed bright red at my repeated emphasis on my girl.
"B-but reserving the whole place every time we come... that feels kinda bad."
"Yeah, it'd inconvenience other customers. Still, if you call ahead, you should get top priority on desserts right away."
"I see..."
"We'll talk after you finish the cake. Eat comfortably."
"Okay."
I took a bite of my own cake while savoring the sight of Yume smiling and enjoying hers.
"All done."
Once Yume finished her cake, she looked at me with eyes full of resolve.
A signal that it was okay to talk now.
"Alright, Yume. Let's talk about my relationship with Anna."
"Okay."
"Actually..."
I laid it all out—my history with Anna and her husband, and how I fit into it.
Yume nodded in understanding at the part where I admitted to having some interest in the attractive woman I'd known since childhood.
But when I explained how I'd always respected her boundaries, asked directly, and backed off gracefully upon her refusal, she tilted her head in confusion.
Yeah, she probably couldn't figure out how Anna and I ended up together after that.
And then the main event.
When I revealed her husband's kink, Yume's face twisted in pure shock.
From her perspective, the very concept of a netorase fetish was probably something she'd never even imagined existed in the world.
"That's how things ended up happening with Anna too."
"Th-th-th-that... s-so..."
The story was so shocking from Yume's viewpoint that even her response came out in stammers.
"Don't worry—it's all with mutual consent."
"Uh-huh."
Yume nodded vigorously.
Even so, fully accepting it was probably still awkward for her.
To blow away this awkward vibe, nothing beat more sweets.
"Yume, want anything else? Don't hold back after just one slice—order whatever you crave."
"Huh?! Well, then..."
Yume, eager to shake off the dizzying story she'd just heard, didn't hesitate and ordered more desserts.
We enjoyed those together before dinner, then parted ways.
I'd hinted at whether she wanted to spend the night again, but Yume shyly said she'd head home.
It had only been a couple days since we'd gotten together, after all.
She probably didn't want to seem too eager, like she was some naughty girl jumping at the offer.
I like naughty girls more, but this shyness was part of Yume's charm, so I'd respect it.
Before heading back to the mansion, I needed to stop by the Yagitsune Shrine today.
The next day, after classes.
I headed to the volunteer club's clubroom with Isihoon and Kim Yesl.
The goal? To see Maria, of course.
"Never thought you'd suddenly wanna check out our club, Rubelt."
"I haven't joined any clubs myself, so I'm just touring a few. Not just sightseeing, though—if you need help, say the word."
"Got it. I'll work you to the bone then."
"Isihoon, even so, making him work..."
"Haha, Yesl, it's a joke. Volunteering just means playing with the kids anyway, right?"
"Oh, yeah."
Kim Yesl let out a soft chuckle at Isihoon's words.
Yeah, these two were definitely making progress.
But by my standards, it was painfully slow.
Maybe I should stir up some jealousy?
"Hey, Isihoon, aren't you pretty popular in the club?"
"Huh? What're you talking about?"
"Come on, you're diligent and good-looking. I bet plenty of girls are into you."
"Wh-what the...!"
"...!"
Both Kim Yesl and Isihoon panicked at my words.
Especially Yesl—something seemed to hit home, her agitation showing clearly.
Isihoon leaned in and whispered to me right away.
"Dude, Rubelt, what the hell? Like I'd be popular! Besides, I...!"
I whispered back just loud enough for him to hear.
"I know. That's why I'm saying it on purpose."
"On purpose?"
"Look at Yesl—she's all flustered. Maybe she's squirming because I said you're popular?"
"What? Yesl...? But why say it like that...!"
"You gonna make real progress this way? Sometimes you gotta poke at her jealousy to get her to come to you."
"Y-you think...?"
While Isihoon mulled it over, I approached Kim Yesl—or Yesl—this time.
"Yesl, what do you think? Isn't Isihoon popular in the club? He's got that reliable side, y'know."
"Uh, well... O-of course Isihoon's reliable, but..."
Judging by her reaction, Isihoon definitely had a good rep with the girls in the club.
Not romantically, just as a trustworthy guy.
But over time, that could easily turn into attraction.
Isihoon had the chops to be the protagonist, after all.
And Yesl, who was already head over heels for him, knew it better than anyone.
So all I was doing was giving her a little push.
I flashed a grin and whispered to her.
"If you wanna be with Isihoon, step up aggressively, Yesl. Otherwise, you might really lose him to someone else."
"...!? R-Rubelt?"
"He falls hard for girls who show clear interest. So go for it—I’m rooting for you."
"Wh-wha?"
Her face turned beet red, like her secret had been exposed, blinking at me in surprise.
I played dumb and backed off, rejoining Isihoon.
As Yesl stared at me, her eyes met Isihoon's—who'd been watching her.
They both whipped their gazes away in unison.
Man, so innocent and fresh.
Watching their sweet vibe warmly, we'd arrived at the volunteer clubroom before I knew it.
Creak.
"Isihoon and Yesl! Take a seat—today we're discussing where to volunteer next week... Huh? R-Rubelt Eldra...?"
As we entered, the guy who seemed to be the volunteer club president spotted me and freaked out.
A third-year at the Academy.
He had a sturdy build and a reliable, kind face.
From what I recalled in the student profiles, his name was Yamamoto Takeo.
I greeted him with a fresh chaebol smile, not missing a beat.
"Hello, Yamamoto senior. I'm here to observe the volunteer club today. Is that alright?"
"Observe? S-sure! Of course! You're welcome!"
For the heir of the Eldra family to observe was a golden chance to build connections—if he played it right.
No third-year club president would turn that down.
"Thank you."
"Dongsu! Grab an extra chair!"
"Yes, President!"
One of the club members fetched a chair for me.
As I sat down, I calmly surveyed the volunteer club members.
About twenty people, give or take.
And among them was the one I was looking for.
Not in a standard nun outfit or even the skimpy battle nun gear you see in combat, but in a plain Academy cadet uniform—a first-year like me.
There she was: Maria, the smiling, half-lidded angel nun who handled healer and tank duties in BlBl.
Her ample bosom, rivaling even Ayame's, asserted its presence boldly.
The figure that spawned nicknames like "Maria Milf" in the community, along with tons of ooh-ooh baby play hentai—it was every bit as majestic in person.
The kind of body that sparked debates like "Is this a nun's figure?!" versus "That's exactly what a nun's figure should be!" Seeing the owner of that destructive, killer body up close filled me with awe.
Most characters in BlBl give you that thrill on first sight, but Maria added a hefty dose of pure horniness.
"H-here, have a seat!"
The second-year guy called Dongsu set up the chair and approached me hesitantly.
"Haha, no need to be so tense, Dongsu senior."
"N-no, I'm not! Just... s-sit comfortably!"
"Thanks. But first."
Before sitting, I addressed the club members again.
"Hello, I'm Rubelt Eldra. I'm here today tagging along with Isihoon to observe the volunteer club. Nice to meet you all."
I gave a light bow and took my seat.
Isihoon and Yesl sat beside me, and I smiled at Yamamoto senior.
"Please begin, Yamamoto senior."
"Huh? Oh! R-right! Let's start the meeting!"