Shizuno Kurosawa was, of course, not drunk.
You have to understand—she was once the strongest Water Magical Girl.
Even though she had lost her original gem, her affinity with the water element still far surpassed that of an ordinary-tier Magical Girl.
How could she possibly get drunk?
This entire setup was nothing more than a trap she had meticulously designed to capture that little virgin, Hara Hoshino.
As the Magical Girl with the highest academic credentials currently active, and as a grown woman, Shizuno was certainly not foolish enough to believe in love at first sight.
Love must be carefully engineered and maintained.
To that end, she had treated this “Date-A-Live” operation with absolute gravity, preparing a remarkably thorough plan.
She focused on three primary problems:
- First: How can I attract him and become his friend?
- Second: How can I make him fall for me?
- Third: How can I ascertain his true character?
As a side note: Shizuno’s university major was Fashion Design, with minors in Biology, Psychology, Toy Manufacturing, and Fluid Dynamics.
To solve the first problem, she noted that Hara Hoshino was approximately 17 to 18 years old.
Research data shows that boys from middle school through young adulthood commonly harbor fantasies about beautiful female teachers in their lives.
Under the influence of surging adolescent hormones, it is difficult for a boy not to have “inappropriate” thoughts about a beautiful, mature female teacher.
Furthermore, the real-world teacher-student dynamic adds a forbidden thrill to the fantasy.
In market surveys related to fashion design, black stockings and purple lace lingerie consistently rank at the top of the bestseller lists.
Therefore, for this meeting, Shizuno chose a professional “Office Lady” (OL) outfit, paired with purple lace underneath and red, strappy high heels that were difficult to slip off.
Every single item she wore was handpicked for maximum effect.
Throughout their conversation, Shizuno never stopped using suggestive glances, flirtatious eyes, and subtle physical movements.
However, the boy across from her was as stiff as a board, seemingly unmoved and only concerned about his sister.
Left with no choice, Shizuno implemented a wilder plan: pretending to be drunk.
She used the opportunity to “accidently” unbutton the first button of her blouse.
Still, Hara Hoshino had no reaction.
Finally, she was forced to unleash her ultimate finishing move: The Super-Accidental Spilled-Drink Wet-Look Seduction.
Shizuno tried Plans A, B, and C.
Just as she was reaching the end of her wits, a tiny flicker of change finally appeared in Hara’s gaze.
If he hadn’t shown at least a reasonable reaction to give her some face, she would have started questioning whether the boy in front of her had a problem with his sexual orientation.
Once she “passed out” drunk, Shizuno had already narrowed Hara’s choices to a dead end.
She had pre-arranged things with the waitress and the owners of nearby “Love Hotels” to ensure he wouldn’t be able to get a room.
The “Rose Kiss” bar was not far from Hara’s home, and there wouldn’t be any taxis in the area after 8:00 PM.
Combined with his tantalizingly young and strong physique, the most probable outcome was that he would carry her directly back to his house to spend the night.
Everything was proceeding perfectly according to plan.
Every result was exactly as she had predicted.
Shizuno leaned peacefully against Hara’s back, greedily inhaling the hormones radiating from the young man’s body, using her own skin to feel every powerful muscle beneath his clothes.
So tempting…
How can such a perfect body exist in this world?
While she was lost in these sensations, Hara arrived at his front door, opened it with his key, and walked inside.
It seemed his sister wasn’t home yet; she would likely be out fighting until late into the night.
Hara carried Shizuno into the bedroom, placed her on his bed, removed her shoes, and then swiftly wrapped her mature, alluring body in a quilt, hiding all the wonderful scenery from view.
After getting Shizuno settled, Hara grabbed a spare set of bedding and walked out of the bedroom, intending to spend the night on the sofa.
Isn’t Shizuno Kurosawa’s character supposed to be a mature “Big Sister” type?
Why did she turn into a total mess the moment she drank?
As Hara showered to wash off the smell of alcohol, he pondered the new problems that had arisen.
So far, every character that had appeared showed changes he didn’t know about.
For example, the “Magical Girl” (his sister) was secretly in love with her own brother, and the “Dark Queen” turned into a chaotic mess when drunk.
Even though Hara knew the plot of the “First Playthrough,” he had to admit there were too many unsolved mysteries.
His ultimate goal was to save the world, which was destined to be destroyed by the strongest Magical Girl in three years.
To avoid unnecessary complications or uncontrollable situations, he tried his best not to trigger side plots.
If a “demon version” of Hara had suddenly popped into his head screaming, “You have to go for it now!”
And taken control of his body to pounce on the mature woman lying in his bed for a three-hundred-round battle…
What then?
What if, halfway through, his sister came home, heard noises in his room, peered in, and then—in a moment of shock—was dragged onto the bed to be “folded” like a toy alongside her teacher?
Was that possible?
Highly.
With Hara’s current abilities, it would be easy.
Would the consequences be serious?
Extremely.
If he did that, forget surviving three years—the book would be banned within three chapters.
For Hara, uncovering the truths hidden in the shadows and finding a way to avoid the “Bad Ending” was the top priority.
Everything else had to step aside.
He knew exactly what Shizuno was trying to do, but he had to play along.
After his shower, Hara checked on the teacher’s status.
Finding nothing unusual, he went to the living room sofa to rest.
Inside the bedroom, Shizuno opened her eyes the moment he left and began carefully observing her surroundings.
Before their meeting, she had sketched a psychological profile of him based on what she knew.
Most people wouldn’t willingly become an “Otaku” (the bottom of the social hierarchy) if they had a choice.
Since Hara’s family was well-off, his withdrawal likely stemmed from some kind of trauma—either a broken heart or bullying.
During their chat, she confirmed he had suffered emotional setbacks, which matched her expectations.
Furthermore, the fact that he ignored or nervously brushed off her advances made him seem like a saint compared to every other man she’d met.
He was so pure it was almost cute.
Looking at the room, she saw he was very clean.
Without daily cleaning, it would be impossible to keep a place this tidy.
He let her have the bedroom while he slept on the couch—he was gentle, handsome, strong, responsible, self-disciplined, and cared for his family.
He was also clean, had no bad habits, and didn’t have adult magazines hidden on his shelves or under his pillow.
Someone this kind-hearted since childhood would be unlikely to ever commit domestic violence, right?
The only drawback was his lack of a stable job, but that didn’t matter.
She could help him find one later.
Besides, with his housework skills, he would make an excellent “house husband.”
The more Shizuno thought about it, the more she felt she had discovered a treasure.
She would not give anyone else a chance.
Regardless of the methods or means required, she was determined to lock Hara Hoshino down.
Just like today.
Lying in bed, Shizuno began to fantasize about a happy married life with Hara.
The water element within her began to overflow in response to her thoughts.
No…
Not like this…
I can’t let Hara-kun find out…
As Shizuno struggled on the bed, she suddenly heard a soft noise at the entrance.
She quickly realized it was Hikari Hoshino returning from her mission.
“Brother, why are you sleeping here?”
It was indeed Hikari’s voice.
Shizuno withdrew her glistening fingers, got out of bed as quietly as possible, and moved to the door.
She peered through the peephole to observe the living room.
She wanted to see how Hara normally interacted with his sister.
However, after only a few words were exchanged, Hikari suddenly pulled something out of her palm that glowed.
Shizuno was all too familiar with that object.
Even though they had been separated for years, she would never forget it.
It was a Heart Gem—something only a Magical Girl could use.