Shirai Shiori loved love—and hated it.
That wasn’t contradictory.
What she loved were the pure, heartfelt emotions between boys and girls in books. What she hated was the so-called “love” in real life, steeped in lust and shallow comparisons. Frankly, she felt that using the same word for both was an insult to the very concept of love.
Ever since entering high school, all the girls around her seemed to talk about were makeup, food, and men. “That senpai in the socc...
2025-07-04 09:23:31 +0000 UTC
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Back when the class rep mentioned she came to school during summer break to lock up the library, Kuroba Akira had already guessed she was on friendly terms with the student librarian—and most likely, that girl was one of the Literature Club members.
But it wasn’t until today that he learned the librarian’s name: Shirai Shiori.
Although he’d spent a lot of time in the library last semester, Akira never actually borrowed books. So he’d never had a reason to speak ...
2025-07-04 09:23:27 +0000 UTC
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After patting her head for a while, Kuroba Akira withdrew his hand. He knew better than to overstep with the class rep.
Anri Hitomi looked slightly disappointed—like she hadn’t quite gotten her fill—but she quickly turned her head to the side and used her right hand to tuck her hair behind her left ear, subtly shielding her face with her right forearm.
“By the way, class rep, I heard you once said you’d only make bentō for your future husband…”
“Mm, I did sa...
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Kuroba Akira supposed he should feel honored—to be granted the role of such an important “friend.”
But that kind of unreserved devotion, the kind that asked for nothing in return… honestly, it was terrifying.
The kind of give-and-take where anything goes, that’s something only the closest of bros can manage. That rare, indestructible bond—like sworn brotherhood or comrades who’ve shared a foxhole.
But between a guy and a girl? That’s a different story. While ...
2025-07-04 09:23:20 +0000 UTC
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Kuroba Akira felt a chill run down his spine at the class rep’s eerie smile—it was the kind of look that made you feel like a venomous snake had locked onto you.
How can someone say something so terrifying with such a gentle expression...?
“Um, class rep, we only met yesterday. Isn’t that a bit much to be saying already? Lifelong friendship isn’t something you just declare—it’s something that has to stand the test of time.”
Akira had never believed t...
2025-07-04 09:23:16 +0000 UTC
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[Ding! Temporary Event Triggered: Tokyo Host Night]
[Objective: Within one month, earn 5 million yen.]
[Event Prompt: You may not understand what it means to make 5.78 million in a single month. In general, we only use four words to describe someone like that—Asaba Nanaoya! Back when Chan Daozai could turn 20 bucks into 37 million, Kitahara Takeru pulling off 5.78 million in a month is nothing!]
[Duration: One month starting tonight]
[Locati...
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The moment she saw Yukinoshita Haruno, Hiratsuka Shizuka didn’t even bother to ask what she was doing there. She grabbed Kitahara Takeru like she’d just seen the plague and practically shoved him into the car.
Yukinoshita Haruno stepped on the gas. The car shot forward, disappearing from Umeno Kentarō’s line of sight in an instant.
As soon as they were inside, Shizuka whipped out her phone—block, delete.
Haruno glanced sideways, fingers lightly flicking the...
2025-07-04 09:23:08 +0000 UTC
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Just as he stepped out of the restroom, Kitahara Takeru immediately spotted Hiratsuka Shizuka leaning against the wall, a slender women’s cigarette held between her lips.
Shit!
Takeru cursed inwardly, regret washing over him.
If nothing went wrong, she’d heard that whole conversation.
And what he said just now was completely at odds with the obedient, well-behaved persona he usually showed her.
He didn’t regret warning Umeno Kentarō.
A man c...
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Once most of the food had been cleared, Kitahara Takeru gave a quick nod to Hiratsuka Shizuka and got up to head to the restroom.
Seeing this, Umeno Kentarō quickly rose to his feet. “Watanabe-kun, shall we go together?”
Takeru glanced at him and smiled politely. “Sure.”
He deliberately waited for Umeno to reach his side before sliding open the paper door and stepping out.
The two walked out together.
The moment the door shut behind them, whispers began ...
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Once Kitahara Takeru and Hiratsuka Shizuka were seated, the banquet officially began.
Umeno Kentarō was the first to raise his glass. “Come on, a toast to our reunion after seven long years!”
Once someone took the lead, the others quickly followed.
Takeru also lifted his juice glass in a token gesture.
He wasn’t of legal drinking age yet.
According to Japanese law, only adults over 20 can drink.
Of course, even after turning twenty, Takeru wasn’t p...
2025-07-04 09:22:46 +0000 UTC
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Boom!
A thunderous explosion startled Shiba Kaien and Tachikawa Nobu, prompting them to rush to the backyard.
The area was shrouded in thick, dark smoke, the pungent scent of gunpowder assaulting their noses. Amidst the haze stood Shiba Kūkaku, coughing violently, her face and clothes smudged with soot, multiple scorch marks marring her skin and attire—a truly disheveled sight.
Seeing them approach, Kūkaku coughed and waved a hand dismissively. “Just a little ...
2025-07-04 09:21:44 +0000 UTC
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Although the Shiba clan was one of the Four Great Noble Houses, their home was far from extravagant — in fact, it looked much like any ordinary family’s residence.
Shiba Kaien usually lived in the squad barracks, since he was the one managing nearly all affairs of Squad 13. As a result, he didn’t often come home.
"I'm back, Kūkaku, Ganjū!"
Footsteps immediately rushed out from deeper within the house.
“Big Brother!”
A boy with a solid, well-built fram...
2025-07-04 09:21:38 +0000 UTC
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Rukia’s affection score had been fluctuating for several days.
Eventually, it settled at 80.
[Reiatsu Level: Lv33]
[Zanpakutō Unlock Progress: 29%]
During this period, Nobu's own cultivation had brought only minimal improvement—once again reminding him just how grueling training could be.
Still, compared to the slow growth of Reiatsu, progress with his Zanpakutō had been more promising.
At Lv33, ...
2025-07-04 09:21:32 +0000 UTC
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To Abarai Renji, even though he and Rukia had lived together in Inuzuri for a long time, she had always been someone he didn’t dare get too close to.
He still remembered the first time he met her—she was small, almost fragile in build, but the way she spoke was bold and unflinching, almost like a boy. The determination in her eyes had left him with a deep impression: This girl is different.
And Rukia was different.
She wasn’t afraid to step up when so...
2025-07-04 09:21:26 +0000 UTC
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“Rukia?”
A gentle call snapped Rukia out of her daze. She turned and came face-to-face with Momo’s face—far too close.
“Huh? Oh—sorry. What were you saying?”
Rukia jerked back instinctively, leaning away with an awkward smile.
They were sitting beneath a sakura tree on the stone steps near the Academy’s teaching building, watching the white uniforms of students pass by in scattered motion.
Momo tilted her head, confused. “You’ve been acting we...
2025-07-04 09:21:22 +0000 UTC
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"Since everything’s settled, it’s time to let you go," August said lightly.
Upon hearing August’s words, Xerneas stared at him incredulously.
Although it had known August only briefly, every observation it had made suggested this man wasn't someone who'd casually release a Legendary Pokémon he'd already captured.
Even Sabrina stood nearby, stunned by August’s unexpected words.
She glanced suspiciously at August and suddenly reached out, trying to pinch his che...
2025-07-04 09:21:16 +0000 UTC
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In the end, Xerosic was more than happy to accept August's offer.
Not that he had a choice—his boss Lysandre had already been thoroughly defeated by August.
When Diantha and Looker received August's message and hurried over, they found him deeply engaged in providing crucial feedback to Xerosic regarding his new battle suit designs.
Though she couldn't hear clearly, Diantha vaguely caught the phrase "tight-fitting suit."
Seeing Sabrina’s disdainful glare at August ...
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No—there was a change!
After Lysandre activated the Ultimate Weapon, August’s smile actually became brighter.
Why is August smiling? How can he possibly smile right now?
Lysandre couldn’t understand it.
Seeming to sense Lysandre’s confusion, August quickly composed himself and grinned broadly: “Honestly, without your cooperation, gathering enough evidence to put you away would’ve been much harder.”
Whether it was their earlier batt...
2025-07-04 09:21:02 +0000 UTC
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Lysandre stared at August and Sabrina in bewilderment.
He could reluctantly accept that Archer had been August’s disguise, but the fact that Giovanni was also an imposter exceeded his understanding completely.
Though Lysandre couldn't grasp how this had happened, he knew exactly what it meant for him now.
His confusion gradually darkened into cold determination. With a raise of his hand, the surrounding Team Flare members quickly drew their Pokéballs and encircled August....
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"Archer" stretched out an arm to block Lysandre, instantly turning the atmosphere on the scene tense and hostile.
Lysandre narrowed his eyes at "Archer," then glanced at Giovanni standing behind him.
Given their pleasant cooperation thus far, Lysandre hadn’t expected Team Rocket to suddenly make a move at a time like this.
"So this is how Team Rocket treats its allies?" Lysandre snapped at "Giovanni."
He didn’t address Archer, believing Archer’s actions were mere...
2025-07-04 09:20:50 +0000 UTC
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As the battle between Xerneas and Yveltal reached its peak, even with Deoxys shielding them, Team Flare struggled under the oppressive auras of the two legendary Pokémon.
But Lysandre ignored his subordinates' discomfort entirely.
He was too absorbed, his eyes locked onto the battling legends, inwardly questioning whether he truly had the strength to capture them.
As if sensing his doubts, a casual voice piped up from beside him:
"I know what you're worried about. Rel...
2025-07-04 09:20:27 +0000 UTC
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Yveltal, the legendary Aura Pokémon, could radiate a Dark Aura that amplified Dark-type moves and had the terrifying ability to drain life itself.
At this moment, Lysandre and Team Flare also noticed the surrounding changes.
Sensing Yveltal's oppressive presence, wild Pokémon around Vaniville Town panicked, fleeing desperately in every direction.
Bunnelby hopped frantically, flocks of Fletchling took to the skies in panic, and even a solitary Metapod desperately wriggled, ...
2025-07-04 09:20:17 +0000 UTC
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Blue’s expression turned odd as she watched Serena readily trust August after he mentioned Ash’s name.
She quietly poked August: "So… what's her relationship with Ash?"
[GardevoirSupremacy]: She has a crush on him.
Blue’s eyes widened in disbelief.
[Jigglypuff_Is_The_Cutest]: Ash likes Serena?
Blue couldn't picture it at all. From the few times she'd seen Ash, all she'd ever noticed in his eyes was pure,...
2025-07-04 09:20:12 +0000 UTC
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Interrogation Room.
August sat at the table, flipping through the files without even looking up. "Do you know why you're here?"
"I was just stating my opinion! On what grounds are you arresting me?!"
"Looks like you understand very well…" August lifted his head, looking at the man.
"I have nothing to do with Team Flare!"
"Whether you're linked to Team Flare or not, you know better than anyone…" August tossed the file onto the table. ...
2025-07-04 09:20:03 +0000 UTC
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Diantha was now thoroughly confused.
If the two Team Rocket Executives standing in front of her were August’s people, then Giovanni from earlier...
Seeing Diantha’s stunned expression, August immediately understood what she wanted to ask. "Naturally, Giovanni was also played by one of my people."
Upon hearing this, Diantha was utterly speechless.
So this was the performance August had invited her to watch?
Everyone present was merely an actor—excep...
2025-07-04 09:19:55 +0000 UTC
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A swollen face and broken tusks. If it weren't for Hippowdon's massive body being so distinctive, it would’ve been difficult for anyone to r
A swollen face and broken tusks.
If it weren't for Hippowdon's massive body being so distinctive, it would’ve been difficult for anyone to recognize it now.
Actually—
From the moment it had been beaten until now, Hippowdon still had no idea what exactly had happened.
Initially, after trapping Guo Yi and the others in a...
2025-07-04 09:18:40 +0000 UTC
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Alongside that furious roar, a massive cloud of sand abruptly rose from a nearby dune, swiftly developing into a raging sandstorm. Within th
Alongside that furious roar, a massive cloud of sand abruptly rose from a nearby dune, swiftly developing into a raging sandstorm.
Within the sandstorm, a huge figure rapidly approached.
“Nidorina, use—”
Su Qingxue was about to order Nidorina to block it with [Ice Beam], but Guo Yi stopped her firmly.
...
2025-07-04 09:18:36 +0000 UTC
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Due to the unusual climate within Thunder Valley Secret Realm, vegetation was scarce, and the landscape mainly consisted of rocky hills and barren terrain.
As a result, apart from Electric-types, the majority of Pokémon living here were Rock and Ground types.
Just after entering, Guo Yi and Su Qingxue were greeted by a vast stretch of arid desert.
For safety, the first thing Guo Yi did was release his guardian Pokémon, Beedrill.
“Qingxue, let your Nidorina out as w...
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Shanghai
Flying Eagle Gang’s Headquarters
Ying Tou's face was terrifyingly grim.
Right now, Lin Ke knelt miserably in front of him.
He already knew what had happened the previous day.
Not only had Lin Ke failed to capture Su Qingxue, but their side had also suffered devastating losses.
“Damn it!”
“Didn’t I tell you clearly to retreat immediately if things weren't going smoothly?”
“Yet you still allow...
2025-07-04 09:17:38 +0000 UTC
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The moment the captain realized the possibility, his eyes widened sharply.
Yet, doubts lingered in his mind.
“Mr. Ye, if Teacher Guo is really that powerful, why would he hide his strength?”
Typically, trainers were eager to show off how strong their Pokémon were!
Why would Teacher Guo, on the other hand, conceal it?
But Uncle Ye appeared to have anticipated this question.
“You don't get it!” he chuckled knowingly. “Teacher Guo is probably testin...
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