Reisou slowly opened his eyes and found himself lying on a comfortable bed, his gaze fixed on the plain white ceiling above.
As the memories of the battle flashed on his mind, he understood where he was.
Reisou let out a sigh and tried to move, but a dull ache spread through his sore body, forcing him to wince in pain.
The first thought that crossed his mind was admitting he had gone a little too overboard. It was pure luck that he ended up in the infirmary instead of the hospital after recklessly burning all his energy points.
During the fight, he hadn't even passed out from Yukino's blow. Instead, the instant his energy points hit zero, his body had shut down completely, as if someone had pressed a power-off button.
Although it was a reckless move, it allowed him to better grasp both his true limits and potential.
The competition had shown that Reisou was strong, but he still had a long way to go.
All he needed to do was continue exploring more Gates to keep growing stronger. With that determination, he opened his status screen, ready to assign his unspent attribute points.
'Status.'
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[Overview]
Name: Aragaki Reisou
Age: 16
Class: Lancer
Element: Wind
Level: 10
EXP: 232/650
Titles: Intruder (???)
Race: Human (Awakened)
HP: 32/100
EP: 110/110 ⇾ 09/125
STM: 80/80 ⇾ 15/140
SP: 0[1]
WP: 0[2]
ATP: 6[3]
[Attributes]
STR: 10
AGI: 8
END: 9 ⇾ 12
INT: 7 ⇾ 8
CHA: 7
DEF: 8
ATK: 8
ATS: 8
[Skills]
Intimidation (1⋆) and Fury (1⋆).
[Techniques]
Enhancement (1⋆) and Basic Armament Haki (2⋆).
[Talents]
Culinary (Beginner), Mathematics (Beginner), Polearm (Intermediate), Public Speaking (Beginner)
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Looking at his status with a thoughtful expression, Reisou decided to distribute his six attribute points based on what he had observed was lacking during the match against the Princess Trio.
He put two points in Intelligence, two in Endurance, one in Agility, and the last in Strength. His objective was to balance his main attributes and enhance his overall performance.
Luckily, the system didn't impose a level limit, so as long as he kept leveling up, he could become an true all-rounder.
Satisfied with his choice, Reisou slowly pulled off the sheet covering his body and stood up from the bed, wincing as every part of him still ached slightly.
"I need to go home. If I don't show up, 2B will probably come looking for me," he murmured, struggling to stay on his feet.
Reisou made the bed and exited the infirmary, visibly struggling with each step.
When he finally arrived home, he opened the door and saw 2B sitting on the couch, watching something on the TV. The moment she sensed his presence, she stood up without hesitation and walked steadily in his direction.
As 2B began to greet him with her usual smile, she suddenly paused, her expression changing as she narrowed her eyes, scanning Reisou's condition with a sharp, lingering gaze.
"Are you hurt, Master?" 2B asked, her gaze focused on the way he was walking.
"No... I just had a little spar with some classmates, and now I'm tired," Reisou said, walking awkwardly through the room.
2B remained silent, her gaze lingering on Reisou as she assessed his condition.
To his surprise, she gently wrapped her arms around his waist from behind, guiding him onto the couch. Without a word, she carefully began to remove his clothes.
The android, with a serious expression, left Reisou only in his underwear and carefully positioned him on the couch, making him lie face down.
It was so sudden that Reisou couldn't even understand what had happened.
"Don't worry, Master, I will be gentle," 2B said with a soft voice, making Reisou shudder.
"Wait, wait, wait! What do you mean by that? Let me go!" he implored in panic, trying to break free.
Sadly, he had no strength to go against her.
2B ignored his pleas and placed her hands firmly on his shoulders, which only made Reisou feel more aggravated.
"Oh no! My android wants to steal the wrong virginity—someone help!" Reisou shouted in desperation. But of course, the room's excellent soundproofing ensured that no one could hear his cries.
As the boy started to feel desperate, he felt 2B's soft hands massaging his shoulders, making any resistance crumble instantly with how good it felt.
For a brief moment, he felt as though he had glimpsed heaven, then entered paradise as 2B expertly worked the right spots on his body, using a technique that would put any professional masseuse to shame.
Each time she pressed the right spot, Reisou bit his lips, doing his best to keep embarrassing sounds from escaping.
He now understood what anime girls went through after receiving such treatment.
After an hour of a relaxing massage, 2B looked at Reisou, who had fallen asleep on the couch, clad only in his underwear.
She smiled softly, covered his body with a blanket, then walked toward the kitchen and put on an apron.
While earlier browsing the internet for massage guides, 2B happened to come across a few cooking tutorials. It would be her first time trying to cook, but she was confident the result wouldn't be terrible.
With a focused look, she prepared the meal, determined to make something Reisou would enjoy.
Another hour passed, and Reisou jumped off the couch, recalling what had happened.
He felt a bit irritated by how 2B had pinned him down without any warning, scaring the shit out of him.
However, before he could think about scolding her, a delicious smell hit his nose, making him forget his frustration for a moment.
Turning toward the kitchen, he saw 2B standing in front of the oven, cooking something while wearing a white apron.
The white-haired android, sensing his gaze, turned her head slightly toward him. After flashing a warm smile, she returned to what she was doing.
'Dammit, this is cheating... now I'm not even mad anymore,' Reisou thought, heading to the bathroom to take a bath and change into some clothes.
His movements were clearly better than before, which made him feel grateful.
When he returned to the kitchen, he saw 2B already sitting at the table with the food prepared, waiting for him to join her.
Reisou took his seat, smiling at her thoughtful gesture.
"2B, did you always know how to cook and give massages?" he asked, staring at the appetizing food on his plate, the smell almost making him drool.
"No, Master. Actually, this is my first time doing it. I learned both cooking and massage by watching some videos on the internet," 2B answered, her gaze unwavering as she watched him.
He gave a small nod, not particularly surprised by her answer. As he picked up a small slice of sausage to taste, Reisou noticed that 2B's eyes stayed fixed on him, filled with anxiety.
The moment he took a bite, his eyes widened in disbelief. It was unbelievably delicious, better than anything he had eaten in years.
"How is it, Master?" 2B asked with an expectant gaze.
"Delicious! This is incredibly delicious! Are you sure this is the first time you've cooked?" Reisou said, very surprised. He knew she was good at learning things, but not to this extent.
Hearing his praise, 2B smiled, visibly relieved that he enjoyed the meal.
The dinner passed in comfortable silence, with Reisou feeling thoroughly satisfied and completely free of the earlier soreness.
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The following day in Class 2E, Reisou found himself surrounded by curious classmates, all eager to bombard him with questions about the match from yesterday.
Although he didn't win, the fact that he came so close to breaking the Princess Trio's undefeated streak earned him a wave of recognition and admiration across both Class 2E and 2C.
He wasn't particularly fond of receiving so much attention, but as long as they didn't overdo it, he could tolerate it.
*Din-Don-Dong!
Thankfully, the school bell rang, prompting everyone to return to their seats and giving Reisou a much-needed moment of peace.
From his seat, he noticed Airi glance at him for a moment before lowering her head, clearly feeling responsible for their defeat. He decided to talk to her about it later.
The classroom door opened, and Chabashira Sae entered, her usual serious expression in place.
But this time, her gaze stoped on Reisou.
"Aragaki, after the afternoon classes end, go to the teacher's lounge," Sae said firmly, which made the boy sigh inwardly.
"Okay, Sensei," Reisou replied, his voice calm, though there was a hint of reluctance in his tone.
As Sae started the class, most of the students in the room couldn't help but steal glances at Reisou, curiosity written on their faces.
The boy sensed the gazes in his direction and acted as usual, focusing on the class.
When the last class of the afternoon ended, Reisou didn't waste any time and headed directly to the teachers' lounge to see what Sae wanted.
He suspected it was connected to the training class from yesterday, as his strength and abilities were things the original body owner had never displayed before.
Though he was capable of becoming a popular figure, his personality made him hold back considerably during previous physical assessments.
Upon arriving at the teachers' lounge, Reisou walked in and was immediately met with the sight of Sae and Miwa conversing with each other.
Both noticed his presence, greeting him in their own distinct ways.
"Good afternoon, Aragaki," Miwa greeted with a slightly amused smirk.
"Student Aragaki," Sae said in a nonchalant voice.
The boy, feeling a bit tense, tried to act normal, steadying his breathing as he sensed their gazes analyzing him.
"Good afternoon, senseis," Reisou replied calmly.
The teachers gestured for him to follow, then headed to Sae's office. Once inside, the three of them sat down, with Miwa taking the seat beside him.
At Sozukusen, the teachers' lounge is a space divided into several small closed offices, allowing teachers to relax, organize study materials, or hold private meetings. To ensure proper conduct, each office is equipped with two surveillance cameras.
Reisou sat quietly, waiting for the questioning to begin. However, the two teachers didn't say anything for a few seconds.
Until Sae finally broke the silence.
"Aragaki, did you receive a Blessing?" Sae asked directly, not beating around the bush, causing Miwa's eyes to twitch for a brief moment.
This attitude also took Reisou by surprise. She didn't offer tea or try to create a comfortable atmosphere. She simply asked a blunt question.
"No, I didn't receive a Blessing, but..." Reisou replied, already anticipating the question. "I awakened three Innate Skills."
When the two teachers heard what he said, their eyes widened, and even the usually calm Sae couldn't maintain her composure.
"WHAT!?" x2
[1] (System Points)
[2] (World Points)
[3] (Attribute Points)