"You misunderstood me."
Eiji knew what she wanted to say.
It was nothing more than the fact that with his F-level magic power, the fate he bore was minimal, and his influence on the world was virtually nonexistent, making it impossible for him to become the world's strongest.
Because the title of the world's strongest carries immense influence over the world with every word and action, easily affecting international situations and historical trajectories. These two aspects are contradictory; it's impossible for a F-level magic swordsman to achieve such a status.
But there was no trace of despair on Eiji's face.
"It's not a question of whether it can be done, but whether I will do it. I must become the world's strongest. If my magic power is insufficient, I'll train my physical strength to surpass everyone else... Anything that stands in my way, even fate, I will shatter it!"
Eiji clenched his fist, his eyes filled with determination.
He even played along with Kanata, making a very chuunibyou-esque declaration.
"Giving up before even trying, I no longer want to live such a life."
In his previous life as a shut-in, after achieving financial freedom, he basically spent his days eating, drinking, and having fun, aimlessly drifting through life without any goals or meaning, just idling away day after day, truly a waste.
But in this life, he already has a grand ideal and the ability to achieve it.
How could he be bound by something as laughable as the theory of fate?
If you give up before even trying, how can you succeed?
This was the deepest secret in Eiji's heart.
Apart from his master, his senior sister, and his attending physician, Kanata was the first to know.
Huh? On the first day of school, it seemed like he had said this to fish for information, and many people knew about it. Well, never mind then.
"...I understand."
Looking at Eiji like this, a glimmer of admiration shone in Kanata's eyes.
Never giving up before trying.
Even if you try and still don't succeed, when you look back in old age, you can proudly say that you didn't waste your life and have no regrets.
She was gradually understanding Eiji's way of life.
What about her?
Caught between her family's interests and her own desires, how should she choose?
No, there's no need to hesitate anymore.
"Hey, I've answered your question. Now it's my turn, right?"
Eiji snapped out of his thoughts, putting aside his somewhat chuunibyou emotions, and glared at Kanata.
"Just now, the atmosphere between me and my senior sister was so good, we were almost about to take the next step, but as soon as you showed up, she ran away. How are you going to compensate me?"
What a pity!
It was truly a pity just now!
The atmosphere was absolutely perfect. All he had to do was look up, and he could have easily kissed his senior sister, naturally taking their relationship to the next level.
But such a great atmosphere was ruined by Kanata.
How are you going to make it up to me!
"Is that so? That really is a pity..."
Kanata stood up, walked to the edge of the bed, and then gently bent down.
Eiji's gaze sharpened.
Wow, it's really revealing!
Her white gown was very form-fitting, usually already tightly hugging her breasts, making it look full. Now, as she bent down, it was even more breathtaking, as if it might pop out at any moment.
Truly the largest in Hagun Academy, surpassing even his senior sister and Stella.
She bent down, leaning close to Eiji's ear, her emerald eyes shimmering with a shyness that seemed to be for her own actions.
"In that case, how about I compensate you with myself?"
A shy, timid voice sounded in his ear.
The voice was deliberately lowered, and the warm breath from her speech tickled his ear.
At this moment, Eiji was lying on the bed, while Kanata was half-pressing on him, the two of them so close that her cherry-colored lips were right in front of him. All Eiji had to do was lift his head slightly, and he could lock his lips with her.
Eiji: (⊙o⊙)
Huh?
Huh huh huh??!
What did Kanata just say?
And why does she look so shy she can hardly contain herself?
I haven't flirted with you, have I?
Although he wasn't without such thoughts, because he had been busy training his physical strength and considering his senior sister's presence, Eiji really hadn't flirted with Kanata at all.
In fact, they had even had a falling out once, leaving Eiji with no opportunity to increase her favorability.
How did you suddenly give yourself up?
Is my charm really so high that it can make a rich girl give herself up?
Then why am I even trying so hard—referring to not needing to think of ways to make money—isn't living off a rich girl's wealth sweet?
Bah!
His attending physician, Miss Pharmacist Kiriko, really did say that his stomach wasn't good and that he was suited to live off a rich girl's wealth!
So this isn't living off a rich girl's wealth, it's following medical advice!
"But Senior Sister..."
Eiji almost agreed on the spot, but at the last moment, he hesitated.
If Senior Sister found out, wouldn't she draw her sword and cut him down?
The spirit weapon Narukami isn't an ordinary kitchen knife; one Raikiri from it, and he really couldn't withstand it!
"Just don't let Touka know."
Kanata felt that staying bent over was a bit uncomfortable, so she simply pressed down on Eiji.
At the same time, she encouraged him with a flickering gaze.
"I want to know what real love feels like, but I still have an engagement that I can't easily break off, as it would definitely affect the family business, so I can't openly have a relationship either."
"And you don't want Touka to find out, so aren't we a perfect match? We can just have a secret relationship, not telling anyone... Don't you think that's exciting?"
As Kanata said this, her eyes sparkled, looking very excited.
Wow!
I didn't expect you to be such a cultured girl!
Beneath that seemingly noble and elegant lady's exterior, there's actually a heart that seeks excitement!
But, to be honest.
Just thinking about having a secret affair with Senior Sister's best friend is indeed very exciting.
Ew, how can I be so Hong Shixian?
Rich girl Kanata, how can you be so Ai Li?
Japanese best friend Kanata!
"You must be short on money right now, right?"
Seeing Eiji still pondering, not looking at her, his eyelids lowered, seemingly hesitant, Kanata played her trump card.
"Yesterday, I saw you and Kagami Kusakabe dividing the spoils. That's theoretically against school rules, but I can help you cover it up... Moreover, I'll cover all your expenses from now on!"
As the eldest daughter of the family and a powerful B-level magic swordsman, Kanata had considerable say in the family and could mobilize a large amount of funds.
As for what comes after, that's something to consider later.
Eiji's gaze instantly sharpened.
He had to admit, he was moved by Kanata's last sentence!
All his expenses from now on will be covered by her!
Listen, how bold that statement is! It's impossible not to admire her! And it instantly suppressed Eiji's already wavering conscience.
"I think this compensation is quite appropriate, and I have no dissatisfaction with it!"
Eiji quickly switched sides, solemnly stating that he had accepted the relevant compensation.
"Then this is the initial compensation..."
Kanata's eyes were filled with shyness, her voice as soft as a mosquito's hum, and then she very actively offered her cherry-red lips to him.
"Mwah~"
Exciting!
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