Chapter 118: Hot Night (1)
As he gazed at Saeko Busujima standing outside his door, Hachiman couldn't help but feel a sense of surprise.
"Saeko, it's quite late at night. What brings you here?" Hachiman inquired, his curiosity piqued as he noticed the girl's lightly made-up face.
Looking at Hachiman with a playful smile, Saeko replied, "So, are you saying you don't welcome me, Hachiman?" She walked past him and casually settled onto his bed.
Hachiman, somewhat taken aback but not unwelcoming, retorted, "Why would I not welcome someone as beautiful as you, Saeko?"
"But you're a girl, and it's late at night. People might talk," Hachiman expressed a hint of concern.
Saeko dismissed his worries with a carefree wave of her hand. "Who cares about what others think? It's just idle gossip, why should we care?" She crossed her legs, revealing a seductive smile, and added, "Besides, I don't mind being alone with you, Hachiman."
Dressed in a nightgown, her movements gracefully displayed her smooth and fair-skinned legs.
Hachiman's eyes were inevitably drawn to the enticing sight, hinting at his desire to explore further.
Noticing his gaze, Saeko didn't seem bothered at all. Instead, she continued with a smile, "You're truly a genius, Hachiman. I didn't expect you to reach the Swordmaster level so quickly."
"Heh, it's actually thanks to our sparring sessions, Saeko. They helped me accumulate enough experience to have that epiphany after my battle with Ichiro," Hachiman replied, returning her smile.
It was undeniably true – Saeko had provided Hachiman with the most invaluable swordsmanship practice. Without her accumulated experience, even with the "doubling experience" BUFF, he wouldn't have attained the Sword Master level so rapidly.
However, Saeko shook her head in disagreement and countered, "Not at all, Hachiman. It's also because of your exceptional talent. No matter how much one practices, it's impossible to reach the Sword Master level without innate talent. In this world, diligent practitioners are numerous, but those who truly become Sword Masters are rare."
Indeed, those who ascend to the realm of Sword Masters are exceptional geniuses among geniuses.
The concept of genius often involves a combination of one percent talent and ninety-nine percent effort. While effort may seem more significant, that one percent of innate talent is crucial. Without it, no matter how diligently one strives, true mastery remains elusive.
Just as in series like Naruto and Black Clover, characters like Rock Lee and Asta are initially perceived as ordinary individuals who compensate with hard work. But, upon closer examination, it becomes evident that they possess extraordinary talents in their respective fields. Rock Lee, for instance, lacks talent in ninjutsu but excels extraordinarily in taijutsu, unlocking the Five Gates during the Chunin Exam – a testament to his exceptional talent.
But let's return to the main point at hand.
Upon hearing Saeko once again reference her talent, Hachiman chose not to argue and instead offered a silent smile before taking a seat beside her.
"Don't worry, Saeko. I did promise you before that I'll practice with you until you also reach the level of Sword Master."
"I believe in you, of course... but..."
As she spoke, Saeko turned her body, wrapping her arm around Hachiman's neck and gazing up at him with bright eyes.
"Hachiman, do you remember what I said before?"
Due to their close proximity, Hachiman was taken aback by her sudden actions.
"Saeko..."
As he looked at the girl nestled in his embrace, their gazes locked, and he could almost see his own reflection in her radiant eyes.
"I said before that if you can become a Sword Master, I will willingly become your wife."
With her head resting against his chest, Saeko spoke softly.
In this intimate moment, Saeko's posture pressed her entire body against Hachiman's, and the gentle contact sent a flurry of butterflies fluttering in his heart.
Lowering his head slightly, he couldn't help but notice the deep cleavage peeking out from the collar of her pajamas. And within his line of sight, there was no trace of a bra.
Wait... she's not wearing one?
This discovery left Hachiman feeling somewhat flustered, but he composed himself as he listened to the girl's heartfelt words, which briefly rendered him speechless.
He understood Saeko's deep affections for him, but he couldn't ignore the feelings of the others around him.
Yui and Kotonoha's feelings were evident, so what would become of them if he agreed to Saeko's proposal?
"I'm sorry, Saeko, but I can't provide you with a definitive answer when it comes to matters of the heart..." Hachiman began to express his hesitation.
However, before he could complete his sentence, Saeko gently raised her hand and covered his mouth, speaking softly.
"I understand what you mean, Hachiman. You're just too outstanding, and outstanding people always attract the attention of the opposite sex. I don't mind that..."
Don't mind what? Don't mind having multiple women sharing one man?!
Understanding the implication behind the girl's words, Hachiman couldn't help but widen his eyes.
Despite being transported to another world, he was well aware that having a harem wouldn't be as straightforward as it appeared in anime.
This wasn't some ancient society where, as long as you were strong enough, a horde of women would willingly be with you.
In the modern era, educated women rarely accepted the concept of a harem, especially those who were exceptional themselves. The more outstanding a woman, the less likely she was to be willing to share her partner with others.
Thus, Hachiman found it genuinely surprising when Saeko claimed she didn't mind. "Saeko, are you truly willing to..."
The girl lifted her head once more, her bright eyes reflecting his image. "That's right, I've said it before. As long as you become a Swordsmaster, I am willing to be your wife."
"And this isn't a transaction. All I want is to hold a place in your heart."
"That's all."
Hearing these words, Hachiman couldn't help but comprehend the depth of Saeko's feelings. She meant that as long as she occupied a special place in his heart, she didn't mind how many other women were there.
With this realization, a burning desire flickered in Hachiman's gaze as he looked at her.
Saeko, attuned to his heated expression, gracefully rose to her feet and offered him a seductive smile.
She reached for the tie around her waist, and as her sleepwear slid off, her naked form was unveiled before him.
Her skin glowed with a luminous, alabaster sheen beneath the soft lighting, her ample breasts adorned with two rosy buds.
Her slender waist, voluptuous yet elegantly proportioned legs, and the captivating area between them all came into view, captured by his intense gaze.
In the face of such a captivating sight, Hachiman found himself unable to resist temptation, and he involuntarily swallowed hard.
"Hachiman, don't you want to do something to me?" The girl's enticing red lips slightly parted, igniting the desire in his heart completely.
Hachiman couldn't hold back any longer and pounced on the girl, pinning her down on the bed. Their eyes locked onto each other's, as if they could see their reflections in each other's eyes.
Saeko wrapped her arms around him and once again embraced his neck.
Upon seeing this, Hachiman didn't hesitate and directly kissed her tempting red lips, and the girl slowly responded in kind.
The two of them tirelessly engaged in a passionate exchange, their bodies moving in sync, their breaths mingling. Like fish in a dried-up pond, they eagerly drank in each other's sweet nectar, not wanting to miss a single drop.
As their kisses deepened, Hachiman's nightwear vanished into thin air.
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