manga artist Kirito

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He first gave Asuna a subtle look, signaling her to take note, and then replied to Alice, "Make it for me when you have time, but I imagine it won't be bad."

After all, you've passed all the bride training.

"Okay, okay, I'll make it for you when we get back!"

With a smile, Alice's pretty face flushed slightly, her expression full of anticipation, perhaps she was beginning to fantasize about some kind of scenario.

Asuna smiled without saying a word, and gave Kirito a look that seemed to say, "Take it easy."

As for the other girls, apart from Sinon-san who was hesitating whether to give up being the wingman and let Kirito-kun die completely, they all pretended not to see their flirtatious exchanges.

P.S.: Don't worry, I can't wait to feed you dog food—Tongya brand dog food!

472

【NO.466 Despicable…】

What was the main purpose of this trip?

Enjoyment and relaxation – although things may not seem too urgent in the past, there is still a lot of mental fatigue.

The reason for choosing a hot spring resort as the first stop on the trip was to better relax and clear my mind for the rest of the journey.

Although, there are a few idiots who, even at times like this, are still thinking about the novel's plot—well, there's also Shiina Mashiro, who's thinking about the manga.

"I think it would be better if everyone gathered around?"

"...Although I think being naked is quite nice and comfortable, in order to avoid hurting some people's eyes, it's probably better to wear something."

"Hehehe!! Kasumigaoka Utaha! -- What do you mean?"

"No, I didn't mean anything in particular. Of course, if that's what you think, there's nothing I can do about it, since it's the truth."

"What a disgusting amount of breasts!!!"

"...This is public ridicule, Sawamura, you loser. Are you prepared to go completely blind?"

"Get out of my way, all of you..."

"Ah ha ha……"

However, after dinner, I washed myself briefly and then went into the hot spring pool.

"It really is……"

Soaking in the hot spring pool, or rather, floating on the surface of the water, Kiritani-san listened to the sounds coming from behind the wall beside her, but couldn't help rolling her eyes. "Can't you at least pay a little attention? Even if you're too lazy to pay attention, can't you at least turn the volume down a bit?"

With an elegant backstroke, her fair and slender arms slapped the water's surface, creating a few splashes. The bruises on her arms were still there, but she couldn't keep them wrapped up while soaking in the hot springs, so she took them off for now, planning to reapply the medication after her bath. To be honest, Alice really didn't hold back; the bruises hadn't faded even after so many days.

However, the focus right now isn't on that, but on the hot spring pool across the street.

Just a wall away, several incredibly beautiful girls were soaking in a hot spring, completely naked. It would be a lie to say that Kiritani-san didn't have any particular thoughts in his mind right now, even though he could usually control himself and his body's instincts and desires.

But now...

Please, please stop commenting on that topic!

"Oh dear~ Is the teacher about to lose control?"

A bath towel was laid out beside the hot spring pool. Kasumigaoka Utaha's lower body was soaking in the water, while her upper body was lying on the towel. Her soft breasts were squeezed and bulged to the sides. Eriri was right next to her, her grin revealing sharp little fangs, as if she wanted to bite off Kasumigaoka Utaha's breasts.

However, she could only look this way. Since Kasumigaoka Utaha was lying down, she could see less of her breasts. But from the other side, no matter where she looked, she could see breasts that were big enough to overwhelm hers, and they were all facing her directly.

If Eriri were a boy, her current mood would be absolutely indescribable; she would definitely be bursting with excitement. But... she's a girl, and a flat-chested one at that!

Before us, all are formidable enemies!

"Rather than saying that, I'd say I feel a little sorry for Pear Goddess."

Suddenly, Kiritani-san started chatting with them through the wall.

"Indeed, Eriri is about to cry—yahoo!"

After climbing ashore and shaking the water off her hair, Alice ran two steps forward and jumped into the water like a child, creating large waves and billowing white mist.

"I...I...I didn't! So what if her breasts are bigger than mine? What good are big breasts? Small breasts are just as good!"

Eriri blushed as she retorted, but her words lacked any confidence.

She then went on to say things like how big breasts are a big burden on the body, and that it's troublesome to run around like that. She also said things like, "I'm proud of my small breasts, I'm saving fabric for the country," which made all the girls burst into laughter, and the hot spring pool was filled with a joyful atmosphere.

Kiritani felt sorry for Eriri and couldn't help but speak up to help her, "Don't bully her too much, Eriri is still young, she can still grow..."

Alice sneered, "Shut up, aren't you the youngest one here, Tongtong?"

Sinon couldn't stand it anymore. "Well... I think you old scoundrels from Britain have had enough."

As a result, she attracted the unfriendly gazes of three blonde girls.

Shi Naisang shrugged awkwardly, "Never mind what I said."

I almost forgot, there are three people here who are of British descent... but Asuna is surprisingly quiet.

Shino looked over and found her pressing her phone. She felt a little strange. Normally, Hina wouldn't be the kind of girl who would be thinking about her phone all the time. Besides, Kirito was right across from her. Could it be that there was something she was hiding?

However, Asuna had already noticed her gaze, and smiled as she closed her phone. "Um... the editor said that with the release of the new volume, we should hold a signing event or something, but I declined."

Yes, the new work that was promoted at the signing event for the final volume of "The Lonely Queen of the North" has now reached its fourth volume, and Asuna has even almost finished writing the fifth volume. The girl, who can be called a workaholic in the industry, has once again received a request to hold a signing event. However, after that experience, Asuna has no desire to hold any signing events now.

In contrast, before Asuna's new work was even released, Kasumigaoka Utaha was already preparing for the third volume, but now the outline for the fifth volume has only been completed... Perhaps this is the difference between hard-working individuals?

Sinon praised her highly, "As expected of Kamishiratawa-sensei, who is always in the top three of the Heavenly Rankings, few can match the sales of her works, especially since she has such a great figure..."

Hey, whether someone has a good figure or not has nothing to do with sales, okay?

Asuna smiled modestly, "No, it's that teacher who's ranked number one on the Shinazugawa Ranking who really writes a lot..."

"Hmph! Compared to Asuna, someone is like a pigeon; it's a miracle that he hasn't been picked up and made into soup yet."

With her arms crossed over her barren chest, Eriri mocked a certain pigeon.

"The gap between people is indeed difficult to bridge, just like the gap between you and me. I hope you will have a second chance to develop."

Kasumigaoka Utaha has never cared about writing speed, but being mocked by Eriri is absolutely unacceptable!

"Kasumigaoka Utaha!"

Then, Eriri's roar rang out again.

But what no one noticed was that Shiina Mashiro looked at the sake placed by the pool and blinked slightly.

P.S.: Logically speaking, I should be able to habitually insert myself into the black snow, so why can't I find a point of entry?

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【NO.467 Special Play】

From time to time, some explicit conversations could be heard from the other side. Kiritani-san was, after all, a normal man, and he couldn't help but feel a little restless. His pretty face began to get hot and turned slightly red.

Of course, the reason for blushing is obviously because soaking in hot springs promotes blood flow. Besides, Kiritani-san has been soaking in the hot spring pool for quite a while, so it would be really strange if she didn't blush. It's just a normal physiological phenomenon. As for being shy—wake up, how could Kiritani, a seasoned veteran, be shy about such a topic?

He's not bragging, but when it comes to driving, none of us here can compare to him. If he really went crazy, he might even drive his own car.

But honestly, soaking in a hot spring in this kind of weather is really comfortable. It feels completely different from taking a bath at home. It completely relaxes your nerves, and the warm feeling all over your body is just wonderful.

His body was submerged in the water, with most of his face underwater except for his eyes, and then... Kiritani-san started blowing bubbles.

Unlike the other side, where many girls could chat about all sorts of topics, Kiritani-san was the only guy on his side. Even though he could hear the conversation coming from the other side, he couldn't very well interrupt. If it weren't for how comfortable it was to soak in the hot spring, he probably would have left long ago.

Hmm, it shouldn't be enough to make her dizzy, right?

"Alas?!"

A short while later, Alice's exclamation came from the other side.

"what happened?"

"The sake that the shopkeeper gave me earlier is gone."

"Could it be that one of you drank alcohol? Underage drinking is prohibited here in Japan!"

"Wait, you mean just because you're a British old rogue, you can drink whatever you want?"

"No, no, no! I... I didn't mean that! I was just worried about who drank it! — And don't call me that old British scoundrel, or I'll throw you across the street!"

"Great, great, let's go enjoy the scenery..."

"Um... has anyone seen Mashiro?"

Asuna asked a question, her voice seemingly uttered after a long pause.

"Could it be that the ship sank and got seasick?"

"No, I'm more worried about whether she's been drinking than whether she's drunk."

"No, no, I'm more worried about...whether she's run away, than about drinking."

"No, no, no, I'm more worried about...whether she's run to the other side."

The moment the words were spoken, the previously lively scene fell silent, as if the pause button had been pressed.

—The air itself seemed to freeze.

With her eyes open, Kiritani-san expressionlessly reached behind her, grabbed a towel from the edge of the pool, and wrapped it around her still-soaked body. At the same time, she raised one hand and pressed it directly to her left, touching wet hair. She stared blankly at Shiina Mashiro, whose pretty face was flushed red to the roots of her ears.

Her pretty eyes were slightly dazed, and the girl's hot breath blew on Kiritani-san's wrist. She chuckled and rubbed her head against Kiritani-san's palm, seemingly enjoying the feeling of being touched. However, her wet hair didn't really feel like anything when touched.

However, that wasn't what Kiritani-san was concerned about. Shiina Mashiro's current state was a bit strange, as if she were drunk, and she looked silly. Especially... this child actually ran over without wearing any clothes!

Yes, she was completely naked, appearing right in front of Kiritani-san.

Although I've seen it before, I have to say that Shiina Mashiro seems to have developed quite well during this period... Ugh!

Why did this child drink alcohol?

Because they were so close, Kiritani could smell a faint scent of alcohol, and he could even see the bottle that Shiina Mashiro was holding in her hand.

"Hug someone..."

"If you won't hug me, get out!"

Withdrawing his hand from Shiina Mashiro's head, Kiritani splashed some water on Shiina Mashiro's face, causing her to freeze in place, blinking her eyes in a somewhat dazed manner.

Perhaps she has come to her senses?

Okay, I'm a little dizzy now too...

Needless to say, the unrest that has already started on the other side will soon spread to this side.

Shaking his head helplessly, Kiritani-san closed his eyes, preparing to dive into the water to avoid trouble. After all, if Asuna didn't see him looking at Shiina Masashi's white body when she came in, the outcome would definitely be a little better... Well, although he still had to take the blame, it would just be a little more insidious.

However, the result was beyond Kiritani's expectations.

Just as he was about to dive into the water, Shiina Mashiro had already thrown away the completely empty bottle. In a daze, he reached out and hugged Kiritani-san's neck. Due to Kiritani-san's strength, Shiina Mashiro rolled directly into the water, splashing a large amount of water.

“Gurgle…”

Amidst churning bubbles and billowing mist, Kiritani-san was held tightly by the neck by Shiina Mashiro and pressed down into the warm water. She instinctively struggled, but the touch was so soft that Kiritani-san was completely dumbfounded—was this really going to be so dramatic?

I'm afraid I'm going to get killed by Asuna and then dismembered by Alice!

However, things had completely spiraled out of control.

Having been soaking for so long without getting up, Kiritani-san was already a bit dizzy. Now, with her neck being held tightly, making it difficult for her to breathe, her struggles were quite weak and feeble.

Then he saw the girl's face approaching, her slightly pouting pink lips, and she kissed him.

When their lips touched, only two thoughts occupied Kiritani-san's mind—Oh no! My daughter is trying to force herself on me, what should I do? I need help urgently!

Besides that, it means—we're doomed, Asuna and the others must have already arrived.

A pink tongue slipped inside, making Kiritani-san, who was already in a passive position, even more passive. Moreover, he didn't feel any enjoyment at all; rather, he felt very uncomfortable. Perhaps this was a special play, but... apart from discomfort, he really didn't feel anything else.

“Mmm…”

Like a bullied little animal letting out a mournful cry, Kiritani-san forcefully pushed Shiina Mashiro away, but the touch he received was extremely soft. He subconsciously rubbed it, and Shiina Mashiro, who was still kissing him, immediately widened his eyes, as if he had suddenly woken up, his eyes filled with a strange expression.

In the end, Kiritani pushed Shiina Mashiro away, quickly creating distance between them, and leaped out of the water, gasping for breath.

Just then, the girls wrapped in bath towels walked in.

—Great! We almost got caught!

—That was close! It really was going to be over!

P.S.: I think I've really caught a bit of a cold; I keep sneezing while I'm typing (I can't keep sleeping on the sofa, I'll really get sick...).

But honestly, sleeping on a sofa is more comfortable than sleeping on a bed.