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Uncle Hikigaya is Forever Young [65]

Mrs. Machida’s overly enthusiastic—or rather, forceful—approach to her daughter’s life was making things difficult for Editor Machida.

She was already anxious enough, okay? She’d already decided to put serious effort into getting married this year, so why was her mom still behaving like this?!

She was already writing—ah no! She was already seriously preparing for blind dates!

Yet her mom was even more anxious than her, making her life unbearable!

She really...

Uncle Hikigaya is Forever Young [64]

“Heh, lawyers probably don’t have it that easy either!”

Following Kōzō's words, Ryōhei joked lightly.

“Bah! I dunno about other lawyers, but being Yukinoshita’s private lawyer must be easy as hell. That bastard Hayama Takashi is rich and has loads of free time. He can’t lose a single case in Chiba courts with Yukinoshita behind him. Even I could do it! Yukinoshita family’s real estate business has been booming these past years—they bought so much land. You reall...

Uncle Hikigaya is Forever Young [63]

Miura Kōzō carefully explained the matter of buying medicine to Ryōhei.

This medicine really wasn't easy to get!

Since the official imported medicine had become utterly unaffordable, Kōzō had resorted to purchasing somewhat less-than-legitimate imports.

As he complained bitterly to Ryōhei, he also laid out the calculations clearly.

This anti-cancer drug cost over 300,000 yen per bottle if bought through official channels.

Previously, when Fusako started tre...

Uncle Hikigaya is Forever Young [62]

Because the scribbles were made with a thick marker pen, even the original handwriting on the first page was now completely unreadable. Hikigaya Ryōhei saw "his" own name cruelly scratched out.

What the heck is all this about!?

He could already imagine how furious the person who wrote these words must’ve been.

Could it be someone whom the original “Hikigaya Ryōhei” had offended back in high school?

What kind of deep hatred would drive someone to ruin a...

Uncle Hikigaya is Forever Young [61]

It's ironic, really.

When the younger Yuigahama-san was alive, even until his death, he never truly improved the lives of his wife and daughter.

Yet after his sudden demise, by some twist of fate, Mrs. Yuigahama and their daughter, Yui, finally managed to settle down.

The company Yuigahama-san worked for was a global leader in ICT. Sure, their attitude toward lower-level staff was basically: "Do your job or get lost," but at least they weren’t shameless enough to leave emp...

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A pure aquatic creature incapable of understanding others’ emotions, Kikukawa Kyo withdrew from the band that baffled her. Brimming with confidence, she was ready to embrace her ever-unpredictable daily life—until she suffered a series of major blows from multiple black holes.

Even water, free-flowing as it is, cannot escape unscathed when drawn into the...

Reject Me, You Vile Woman! [80]

“I never imagined the entry puzzle would be this terrifying. It seems Her Highness will have to take the lead and help you lot out,” Hysteria declared, baring her tiny fangs in triumph, her grin nearly splitting her face.

Wasn't this exactly her moment to shine? After playing the comedic side-character for so long, she’d almost started doubting her status as a heroine herself!

A sincerity test? Bah! It was merely Zijinghua’s pathetic lie-detection device—no match for the...

Reject Me, You Vile Woman! [79]

So hard to choose!

At that moment, caught dead in the middle of three girls, Linen involuntarily furrowed his brows.

But it wasn’t that he wanted to choose both sides—he didn’t want to choose either side.

On one side stood his “study group” partners—the ones who had sworn never to betray each other until graduation, even if separated. If he didn’t choose them, he’d be simultaneously backstabbing two heroines. Wouldn’t the rewards from that...

Reject Me, You Vile Woman! [78]

In past Spring Cups, Eden Academy had never lacked genius students who shone brilliantly in the early stages of the trial, scooping up a heap of rewards.

Almost no one ever complained about such behavior.

After all, the essence of the Spring Cup was competition itself, and those prodigies had earned their prizes with pure strength—they deserved everything they got.

But right now, Elena and Hysteria’s performance on the magic screens had utterly shattered the spectators�...

Reject Me, You Vile Woman! [77]

The Misty Valley was among Eden Academy’s most challenging training grounds.

Sunlight smothered away, endless fog enveloping the land, randomly scattered magical beasts—this was already horror-movie atmosphere. Never mind the naturally competitive nature of the event, making virtually everyone an enemy.

But that was just the perimeter. The heart of Misty Valley was an eerie old stronghold known as “Earl of Mist Castle.” Although everything was supposedly random, the truly ...

Restricted-Class Shinigami [150]

Even before the sword-pressure reached her, an icy death pierced the space between her brows, jolting Unohana Retsu with an instinctual, unbearable pain. Reflexively, she lifted her sleeve to shield her face, and the fabric instantly shredded at the sword’s touch. Fine beads of blood welled across her pale skin.

Her pupils trembled as the muscles of her left leg tensed fiercely, sending her whole body tumbling sideways at an almost distorted angle. As the sword pressure scraped past h...

Restricted-Class Shinigami [149]

In the empty pit, the air suddenly froze as Nobu moved.

The instant their sword guards clashed, the sound of metal meeting metal transformed into a shockwave visible to the naked eye, cracking the ground beneath them into spiderweb-like fissures.

The burst of reiatsu made the air around them seem to grow thicker, denser.

Sparks flew as they locked eyes. Nobu’s blade glowed like a crescent moon dipped in water, slicing straight for Unohana’s throat with a sharp whistle th...

Restricted-Class Shinigami [148]

Unohana Retsu suddenly felt her emotions rise and fall uncontrollably.

Even when Head-Captain Yamamoto had expressly forbidden her from fighting Nobu, she hadn’t felt any resentment.

When she’d calmly stated how the peaceful days made her nauseous, how she longed to escape from this life, her tone had been as indifferent as though discussing something entirely unrelated to herself.

But now, for the first time, she clearly felt something stir within her.

Have I been...

Restricted-Class Shinigami [147]

“This is it.”

In front of him lay an exceptionally spacious cavern, surrounded by rough stone walls, bare and exposed. Directly ahead was a deep, square-shaped pit carved into the ground. Looking up, one could see bright daylight clearly, even though the path the black cat had taken him through clearly led downward underground.

Nobu was absolutely certain no place like this existed within Seireitei itself; this must be a special space created using unique methods beneath Sōky...

Restricted-Class Shinigami [146]

The members of the Tenth Division weren't the only ones confused by Shiba Isshin's sudden decision to take Temporary Leave; Matsumoto Rangiku had no choice but to seek him out personally.

“You’re really just going to abandon your entire division like this?” Matsumoto Rangiku questioned angrily. It was bad enough that he slacked off regularly, but now he’d even gone and done something like taking Temporary Leave!

“Oh, don’t put it that way. The Tenth still has you, does...

Arknights: I Became a Mobile City, but It’s a Lobotomy City [130]

In that one moment, the entire arena fell silent.

Perhaps because everything had occurred too abruptly, with too many things crammed into that single instant—

The spectators had no idea, for a while, how to even begin reacting.

Was it Don Quixote's sudden concession?

Was it the Radiant Knight’s abrupt return?

Or perhaps… the imminent final match?

Too much information crowded into this precise moment, leaving the spectators momentarily unable to determ...

Arknights: I Became a Mobile City, but It’s a Lobotomy City [129]

“Well, looks like there’s no mistake.”

After saying this, Don Quixote immediately stood up, vigorously patting Nearl on the shoulder, a smile plastered on his face.

“No, I know it’s definitely correct. Rather, running into each other only at the semifinal is already pretty low-probability…but, I mean, what are we going to do about this match?”

Seeing Don Quixote’s carefree expression, Nearl stumbled over her words for a moment, asking nervously.

“What...

Arknights: I Became a Mobile City, but It’s a Lobotomy City [128]

Armorless Union’s people had no idea why Lobotomy Corporation asked them to escort this batch of troublemaking infected.

But it didn’t matter to them at all. After all, what Lobotomy Corporation requested was merely something they did daily.

Just… in the ordinary course of their work, adding a small extra condition and working a bit of overtime.

Also, allowing a few individuals into the underground Infected Arena. Compared to Don Quixote's threats, giving away just thi...

Arknights: I Became a Mobile City, but It’s a Lobotomy City [127]

By the time the group arrived at the Infected Arena, night had already fallen.

“Hai… What exactly is this place? You haven’t systematically introduced it to me before.”

Following Hai's steps, Don Quixote curiously glanced at the buildings ahead after passing through one alley after another, then looked back at Hai and asked.

“If you're talking about the Infected Arena... It’s a place where many people's dreams lie buried.”

Hai responded casually, continui...

Arknights: I Became a Mobile City, but It’s a Lobotomy City [126]

After X had cheerfully given his promise, the visitor from the Armorless Union secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Whew, not bad. Looks like this month's performance is in the bag. Just don't know how much I'll rake in by month-end...

At this thought, a smile suddenly crept onto his face, impossible to suppress no matter how hard he tried.

“Ahem, ahem. Then, shall we get back to business? Is there anything Lobotomy Corporation would like the Armorless Union to do?...

The Daily Life of Tokyo’s Phantom Thief [100]

Makoto’s speech was just like a child fascinated by vigilante justice, admiring those comic-book heroes who enforced their own law.

It wasn’t wrong at all—rather, it was a precious kind of innocent righteousness.

Even more unexpected to Makoto was that Rinto openly nodded in agreement:

“I think you’re absolutely right, Senpai. I feel exactly the same way.”

“Maybe even the Phantom Thieves themselves feel that what they’re doing is a necessary evil. Altho...

The Daily Life of Tokyo’s Phantom Thief [99]

With the lucky addition of Awa Subaru as their drummer, Rinto felt even more confident about assembling the next-generation Momoka Band (?).

Momoka herself played guitar and handled vocals, and her skill was top-tier.

Awa Subaru played drums, and she was even willing to train at any time—a very convenient, always-available bandmate.

In theory, all they needed now was a bassist to form a basic band. And if they could get a keyboardist too, that would be even better.

R...

The Daily Life of Tokyo’s Phantom Thief [98]

“I’m home.”

A bit later than usual, Asakura Rinto returned to their cozy little rundown place.

As he pushed open the creaky door, he was greeted by the gentle bubbling of soup simmering and a delicious aroma wafting to the entrance.

Momoka poked her head out from the kitchen. “Welcome back~! I’m making creamy mushroom soup. It’ll be ready soon!”

Holding a ladle in one hand and carefully swiping through a recipe on her phone with the other, she was focusin...

Mushoku Tensei: Sword, Magic Hats, and the Romance System [165]

“But it's more common at court banquets and rarely appears at balls intended primarily for socializing rather than formal performances.”

Her voice fell.

Hilda had ended precisely in a backward stance, "distantly" gripping Eris's hand, meeting her daughter's gaze.

But Eris was staring nervously at the shoe prints she’d left on Hilda's heels, the proud young lady’s face, for once, blushing furiously.

“Don’t focus on your feet, Eris.”

“Ah! But, Mothe...

Mushoku Tensei: Sword, Magic Hats, and the Romance System [164]

Surrounding voices continued unabated.

Allen simply kept gazing up at the enamel skylight above the banquet hall.

The sunset glow dyed the sky beyond the glass dome with a hazy wash of colors, outlining the Heart of Iron.

Scarlet descended from above,

branding itself into his pupils.

Allen slowly lifted his hand, and "grasped" at the Heart of Iron overhead.

“The Boreas family’s...”

“Heart of Iron.”

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Mushoku Tensei: Sword, Magic Hats, and the Romance System [163]

The doors swung open.

What greeted everyone's eyes was a spacious, circular hall.

The flooring was laid with neat, dark-colored bricks, while the walls were built from ash-black stone blocks. There weren't many decorations—its style appeared crude but carried a straightforward charm.

At the edges of the hall lay rolled-up carpets stacked neatly.

It seemed they hadn't been used for a long time.

Near the wall's edge was an antique wooden staircase.

Looking ...

Mushoku Tensei: Sword, Magic Hats, and the Romance System [162]

Allen’s expression shifted from stunned to bewildered.

But it didn't last long.

He quickly suppressed it, turning calm instead.

Meeting Hilda's gaze, he spoke:

“Then, we'll trouble you, Madam.”

Hilda returned his gaze with serene composure.

“It's no trouble at all.”

But the laughter hidden deep in her eyes couldn’t be concealed.

Sylphy caught this moment clearly. It was the first time in half a year she'd seen Hilda smile with this k...

Mushoku Tensei: Sword, Magic Hats, and the Romance System [161]

Allen stared at Edna, stunned to see her actually shedding that professional smile welded permanently onto her face and replacing it with a solemn demeanor.

His expression blanked slightly.

Her words abruptly linked his thoughts to a particularly unpleasant storyline he remembered from reading Mushoku Tensei in his previous life.

The next instant—

An intuition struck him.

He lowered his gaze, trying to locate the source that had triggered those words.

On ...

Honkai: Star Rail – From the Moment Tom Cat Became My Passenger [100]

The screen suddenly turned dark.

In the silence that followed, countless pairs of brightly glowing eyes stared at Yevenko in unison.

He’d just confidently bragged about his skill, only to immediately steer Tom’s face directly into a destruction-energy ball. The group felt utterly speechless.

March 7th blinked twice, scratching her head awkwardly, and softly spoke up:

“If it's Tom we're talking about, dying once shouldn’t matter, right? Games like these usually ...

Honkai: Star Rail – From the Moment Tom Cat Became My Passenger [99]

A brief silence filled the scene.

BOOM—!

The next instant, Nanook’s form expanded again, the destructive aura erupting violently and instantly blasting a massive crater beneath him.

Endless rage and the desire for destruction blazed through his mind.

But he still retained a sliver of rationality.

Though it was Jerry and the Hunt Aeon who made him appear this pathetic, the enemy’s speed was something he could never match.

More importantly, the...