Having one's own pig root around in someone else's big cabbage is certainly something to be happy about.

But when your own cabbage is rooted around by someone else's pig, just thinking about it makes Hojo Masaki feel a bit uneasy.

The obedient daughter leads a boy with dyed yellow hair, riding a flashy bike back home in the future.

"Father, this is my boyfriend XX."

"Father-in-law, pleasure to meet you!"

"Ah, no way!"

Hojo Masaki held his head in his hands, unable to maintain his serious image in front of his daughter anymore.

Don't even ask why he has to have dyed yellow hair and ride a flashy bike; in his view, a high school student doing this can't possibly be a decent person!

"Don't talk nonsense, maybe it's just because he was running back that his face is red."

"I."

Before Hojo Masaki could finish his sentence, he saw his daughter walk back again and stopped discussing that topic.

He took a deep breath and said with a straight face, "Shouko, how was your study today?"

Hojo Shouko answered truthfully, "Not much different from usual."

"Is, is it now."

There were some things Hojo Masaki wanted to ask, but he felt that saying them wouldn't match his image as a stern father.

If it turned out to be a misunderstanding and just as her mom said, wouldn't he be terribly embarrassed?

So he chose to swallow it down, waved his hand, and said, "Then there's nothing, put down the backpack and wash your hands for dinner."

Hojo Shouko's eyes flashed with a hint of confusion, feeling like the expression on her father's face was a bit off.

But she couldn't quite pinpoint what was off, so she gave up thinking about it.

She quickly finished dinner.

Hojo Shouko immediately chose to go to the bathroom to take a bath. After washing clean, she got into a bathtub filled with hot water.

The warm water gradually submerged her body, and Hojo Shouko stopped lying down further when it reached her neck.

"Phew."

Hojo Shouko let out a breath; like most Japanese people, she enjoyed soaking in a bath.

Especially in the cooler seasons.

Soaking in hot water is very comfortable, making one feel sleepy.

Hojo Shouko enjoyed it for a while, then turned her thoughts to the events that happened after school.

Her ability was insufficient; in a short time, she might not be able to withstand Aozawa-senpai.

But there's an old saying, if one person can't accomplish something, then two or three people can.

Hojo Shouko's eyes suddenly lit up, feeling that taking a bath is beneficial as it helps her thoughts flow.

If it were before, she might not have thought of such a brilliant idea.

The question is, who should she find?

Phoenix Academy's Senior doesn't even need to be mentioned and should be excluded.

She's afraid that if she brings it up, the other party might chase after her with the Sword of Oath.

The possibility of Miss Morimoto agreeing to such things is also very small.

The most likely person to agree is Ayatsuki-senpai.

Hojo Shouko decided to ask for her opinion after finishing the bath.

For now, she's enjoying the comfort of the bath, closing her eyes and savoring it leisurely.

...

Night falls in Adachi District.

The warm light illuminates the Akizuki Residence living room.

"I'm done with my bath!"

Ayatsuki Iroha shouted and stepped her right foot out of the bathroom.

Her hair, dyed in a gradient color, was dripping wet.

Especially at the multicolored ends, you could see water droplets that hadn't been completely dried off.

She wore loose cat pajamas, leaving the collar not buttoned tightly, exposing a large expanse of tanned skin.

She rushed back to her bedroom wearing fuzzy slippers.

Ayatsuki Iroha went to her desk without even glancing at her backpack.

She picked up her hairdryer to dry her hair.

While doing this, she didn't forget to tap on her phone screen with her other hand, getting ready to send messages and chat with someone.

Ding~

As soon as she opened LINE, she saw a message from Hojo Shouko.

"Ayatsuki-senpai, are you free?"

"Yes, I am."

Ayatsuki Iroha's habit is to reply instantly, unless it's the end of a conversation.

She stared at the phone screen, feeling curious about why Shouko sent a message to her.

If she remembers correctly, today should be the first day the other transitions from a girl to a woman.

Oh, it looks like she has something to consult this experienced senpai about!

The feeling of being relied on is really nice.

Ayatsuki Iroha couldn't help but recall the time before her bragging was exposed.

Back then, the knowledge she showed off was fake.

Now, she has completely evolved into a Hot Girl fully developed, able to handle any topic.

Ayatsuki Iroha's face was full of excitement.

As someone not good in academics, she enjoys teaching others.

Unfortunately, she can't teach proper physics or math knowledge, only how to apply makeup, dress up, or bedroom-related knowledge.

"What trouble are you having, big sister?"

Ayatsuki Iroha hadn't finished typing when she received a response.

"Ayatsuki-senpai, I think Aozawa-senpai is too strong for me to handle alone. I need two people to team up.

Would you be willing to fight alongside me?"

Upon seeing the question, Ayatsuki Iroha blinked and, after a two-three second pause, her tanned cheeks turned bright red.

Eh?!

She was full of shock; such a thing was definitely beyond her knowledge!

Hojo Shouko, in her first time, had such a bold idea.

She fully understood the idea of being surpassed by the younger generation.

How should I respond?

Ayatsuki Iroha was bewildered, unsure how to answer this sister without losing her dignity as the elder.

She decided to seek outside assistance.

...

Imperial Palace, Imperial Household Agency.

Takahashi Saeko was reporting to Phoenix Academy Maggie about the cover-up of Asanuma's demise.

For such an important affair as the assassination of a Treasure User.

Even if Emily didn't ask Kochou to do anything, they still had Phoenix Academy Maggie mobilize the Imperial Court Retainers to find out who was behind the scenes causing trouble.

It never hurts to make connections with a Treasure User.

"From the information I've gathered, there should be no connection to Institute No. 47.

These are third-party forces behind the scenes; exactly who and for what purpose still requires further investigation."

Takahashi Saeko, having worked as a Street Cleaner, has extensive network connections, knowing many informed contacts.

With Phoenix Academy Maggie's generous support, naturally, they can obtain various information.

Most of it is fake but mixed with some genuine information.

Distinguishing the truth from falsehood is the unavoidable issue when gathering a large volume of data.

Phoenix Academy Maggie was reviewing her report.

The sound of notifications dings, and Phoenix Academy Maggie looked up, glancing at Takahashi Saeko, "For you not to choose silent mode while working, it must be a message from Ayatsuki Iroha."

Takahashi Saeko smiled slightly, tacitly acknowledging.

Tama Maru and Miyahara Kaoru were strictly against disturbances during work hours, but Ayatsuki Iroha could send messages anytime, 24/7.

She was always ready to reply.

Phoenix Academy Maggie casually said, "I see the document needs time, so go ahead and reply to her message first."

"Thank you, Miss, for understanding."

Takahashi Saeko quickly took out her phone, unlocked it, and her face immediately showed a look of surprise.

Double play?!

If Maru said something like that, Takahashi Saeko wouldn't be surprised, but she didn't expect the seemingly obedient Hojo Shouko to have such a bold idea after her first time.

What innate heavenly body in bed is this.

"Iroha, if you want to save face, you can subtly express to Shouko that she isn't qualified yet to share the bed with you, to avoid any friction."

Takahashi Saeko pressed send.

Phoenix Academy Maggie couldn't help but ask, "What's the matter with her?"

"Just some trivial issues."

Takahashi Saeko answered truthfully, with a hint of pity in her eyes.

Morimoto Chitose has eaten, Ayatsuki Iroha has eaten, Hojo Shouko has eaten.

But this lady has probably not even touched the hair.

Takahashi Saeko couldn't help but sympathize with her.

Phoenix Academy Maggie slightly frowned, not believing her words.

She also felt that Takahashi Saeko's gaze was a bit odd?

Could it be, was Ayatsuki just talking about her just now...

Phoenix Academy Maggie had a flash of doubt in her heart but didn't ask further, going back to reviewing the document.

She still had work to do.