"Brother is a bit slow on the uptake, you know? He won’t realize how you feel unless you tell him directly~"
"Do I really have the right...? I was so cruel to him... and to you both..."
Momo took Katsuki’s hand, offering a refreshing smile to the dejected girl.
"A maiden has harbored love in her heart—that is all that matters! Go for it, Katsuki-san. Himiko and I have long since forgiven you. Besides... Husband isn’t the type of man to dwell on such petty trifles."
"Is that true?"
Katsuki’s face brightened, as if she had finally found a glimmer of hope.
"Then let us lead you to Husband’s quarters," Momo chirped.
Himiko watched with a mischievous grin as Momo led Katsuki and Shoko out of the bath.
"I suppose tomorrow morning we’ll be having red bean rice?"
(※In Japanese culture, red bean rice—Sekihan—is served during times of celebration or major life events.)
"Hmm........."
Michikatsu sat alone in his room, grinding ink and practicing his calligraphy. Since becoming Kokushibo, he had abandoned modern hobbies like smartphones, games, or manga. Calligraphy and Shogi were now his primary pastimes. Though they were "stodgy" hobbies for a teenager, he found peace in them.
Tap, tap, tap.
A soft knocking sound came from the floorboards near the door. He recognized the voice immediately.
"Husband? It’s Momo."
"...Enter."
The sliding door opened, and Momo practically shoved Katsuki and Shoko into the room.
"Enjoy your evening, you three!"
With a cheerful farewell, Momo slid the door shut and vanished. Michikatsu sat there, dumbfounded by the sudden intrusion, watching the two girls as they hesitantly approached him.
And then...
Kiss.
They both pressed their lips to his simultaneously.
The sensation of soft, moist lips and the sweet fragrance of the two girls filled Michikatsu’s senses, sending a shock through his usually stoic heart.
"I love you... I love you, Michikatsu! I really like you!"
"I like you too, Michikatsu! Ever since the day you saved me, I’ve truly loved you!"
Faced with this sudden "confession attack" from two beauties, Michikatsu was momentarily stunned.
"You... you remember me, right? Michikatsu..."
"Of course... Shoko. How could I forget... someone as lovely as you...?"
"Nng... (/////////) Ever since you saved me, I’ve thought of no one else. I’ve kept you buried deep in my heart..."
Her face flushing a deep red, Shoko stole another kiss from him.
"I haven't spent a single second without thinking of you... Michikatsu Tsugikuni. ♡"
Her voice drifted into a blissful whisper as she leaned into his embrace and looked up at his face. To any other girl, the sight of six eyes—with 'Upper Rank Zero' etched into two of them—would be a nightmare. But for Shoko, it didn't matter.
This was the man who had rescued her from the malice of a villain. To her, his monstrous features were merely charms of a gallant savior.
"That is why... I love you... Michikatsu."
"I am... quite taken aback."
"I’m sorry... for confessing so suddenly. But... I felt that if I didn't say it now, I might lose my chance..."
Shoko stood on her tiptoes to peck his lips once more.
"I love you... Michikatsu. ♡ I really, really love you. ♡"
"Can you... handle this lifestyle...?"
"Yes. It’s already a harem, isn't it? A man of your caliber deserves it. It wouldn't be strange if more people joined us."
Watching Shoko nuzzle against his chest like a pampered kitten, Michikatsu shifted his gaze to the other side.
"And you... Katsuki. Do you have... no regrets...?"
"I... it’s not like I’m unhappy about it..."
Ahem!
Katsuki let out a sharp cough, puffing out her cheeks as she protested being ignored during their "private world."
"It’s not fair... I’m right here too..."
Michikatsu opened his free arm, gesturing for her to join them. Katsuki made a show of being annoyed before diving into his chest.
"Stupid... playboy..."
"I apologize... but I have not forgotten you. Do not let it weigh on you..."
"......Just this once......" Katsuki muttered.
As she buried her head against him, feeling his warmth, a bright smile spread across her face in secret. Watching her, Michikatsu wondered if this was truly the same person as the explosive, foul-mouthed Bakugo Katsuki.
"I shall... give my love equally... to all of you. None shall be... favored or neglected. Is that... acceptable to you?"
In response, both girls pecked him on the lips again.
"I’ll be in your care... Michi. ♡"
"Me too! My... Husband. ♡"
"Very well..."
Michikatsu stroked their heads, offering a faint, subtle smile. To an outsider, it might have been a terrifying expression, but to the girls, it was the most handsome smile in the world.
"It went well, didn't it? I’m glad we gave them that push."
"Indeed. Michikatsu is such a kind and gentle man. I’m happy to have more sisters in the family."
Momo and Himiko, who had been eavesdropping outside the room, shared a joyful high-five.
The next morning, the Tsugikuni household served red bean rice.
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