Maybe it was because it was 3 PM on a Saturday when people were either at work or staying home. As a result, when they boarded the train, there were still some empty seats available.
"I thought we'd have to squeeze into the train, but it's nice to find seats," Kotomi said with relief after ...
2024-09-01 12:22:16 +0000 UTC View PostSaturday, 8:00 AM.
Izumi Kotomi opened her eyes and lazily stretched.
To be honest, she still wasn't fully awake. If she could, she'd sleep until 10 AM. But yesterday, during a call with Megumi Kato, she was reminded that they were meeting at the train station by 3:30...
2024-09-01 12:21:52 +0000 UTC View Post"Selene, you've worked hard to quell the rebellion. The journey from the border back to the capital must have been exhausting... I believe you have already received my father's final decree, haven't you?"
Sitting on the elevated throne, the young Emperor's face was filled with excitement. B...
2024-08-31 11:41:30 +0000 UTC View PostTime swiftly passed, and the Empire Calendar 1014 has already receded into the past. The calendar now marks the year 1015, in the first month.
With the old Emperor's burial and related mourning rituals completed at the end of 1014, the upcoming coronation of the new Emperor...
2024-08-31 11:40:59 +0000 UTC View Post"Since we're going to enjoy ourselves, how can we do without some entertainment?"
In the luxurious carriage, eating hotpot and singing songs, Selene's mood became increasingly cheerful. This is what life is all about.
As for whether bandits would try to rob her, Selene wasn't worried ...
2024-08-31 11:40:34 +0000 UTC View PostKaguya's delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly.
"The Evil Soul Manifestation," she murmured, recognizing the technique. This ability allowed Susanoo to draw upon the evil soul within his chest, significantly amplifying his power by consuming his master Najenda's life force. The strength it gr...
2024-08-31 11:38:37 +0000 UTC View Post"Calm down, General," a soldier standing nearby said urgently. "Although the Imperial Guard rejected our offer, we still have Night Raid on our side. We need not fear them. Besides, the Imperial Guard is still far away. They won't reach us anytime soon. By the time they arrive, we will have alrea...
2024-08-31 11:38:05 +0000 UTC View Post"Wow, so this is another universe?"
When Eriri brought Lala and her sisters to the apartment she had rented the day before, they found Gabriel still lying on the sofa, sound asleep. It was clear that she had stayed up late playing games last night.
As for Lala and her sisters, they we...
2024-08-31 11:37:10 +0000 UTC View PostLala's tail was her sensitive spot; when it was grabbed, her entire body would go weak from the overwhelming stimulation.
At this moment, with Eriri gripping the tip of Lala's tail and kneading it playfully, Lala squirmed on the bed, emitting a series of breathy, seductive moans.
Upon...
2024-08-31 11:36:38 +0000 UTC View PostWhen they arrived at the burger shop, they simply ordered a few burgers and fried chicken before sitting down to wait.
"Has Hino replied yet?" Sakura Adachi asked.
"Not yet, maybe she'll respond tomorrow. Could she have already gone to bed? I remember that back in high school, she rar...
2024-08-31 11:35:15 +0000 UTC View Post"Isn't it a bit too forward to directly ask about who she's marrying?" Sakura Adachi couldn't help but comment after reading the reply Shimamura Hougetsu had sent to Hino Akira congratulating her on her upcoming wedding.
"It's fine, really. If I hadn't asked, she might have found it strange...
2024-08-31 11:34:50 +0000 UTC View Post"Granting a title, is it?"
Budo glanced at Honest and then said, "Your Majesty, I support the idea of granting a noble title."
"General Selene's campaign against the southwestern barbarians, capturing over a hundred thousand enemies and killing three hundred thousand, is a great servi...
2024-08-30 13:11:31 +0000 UTC View PostThe Imperial Capital was buzzing with energy, more so than the previous day. Whether in the lower or upper districts, the streets were crowded with people going about their business, filled with a sense of liveliness.
Regardless of what the court officials might have been thinking, for most...
2024-08-30 13:10:35 +0000 UTC View Post"Who is he?" Selene asked curiously as she observed the man before her.
This man, though dressed in the garb of the barbarians, stood out with his fairer skin, unlike the darker complexions of the southwestern tribes.
"General, despite his barbarian attire, his accent suggests he's fr...
2024-08-30 13:10:08 +0000 UTC View Post"The situation was unexpected," Najenda sighed, "I didn't anticipate that Mine would sneak out on her own. If I'm not mistaken, she's probably gone to rescue Chelsea."
"What do we do, Boss?" Lubbock asked with concern. "There's no way Mine can rescue Chelsea by herself."
"We should go...
2024-08-30 13:09:21 +0000 UTC View PostThe breathtaking silver-haired girl quickly walked over and gently cradled the fallen blonde girl in her arms. She pressed her fingers against the girl's soft neck, and in an instant, the blood smeared her fingers red. The silver-haired girl's delicate brows furrowed slightly.
A deep gash h...
2024-08-30 13:08:46 +0000 UTC View PostThe sky was growing dark, and the lights were beginning to come on.
As the sun gradually set behind the western hills, the evening glow in the sky slowly faded, and nightfall crept in. The stars began to twinkle faintly, and a crescent moon quietly rose above the horizon.
At this mome...
2024-08-30 13:08:17 +0000 UTC View PostBesides their external changes, Arifureta and the others also saw significant improvements in their abilities.
According to the chat group's assessment, Arifureta's strength had reached the level of Third Level, Seventh Stage, making her far stronger than she had ever been.
As for Aoi...
2024-08-30 13:07:30 +0000 UTC View PostIn the living room of the Sawamura family villa, Arifureta and Megumi Kato were chatting together, looking very harmonious. Meanwhile, Shea and Reina were sitting on the sofa, engrossed in their newly bought phones.
At that moment, a mysterious portal emitting white light suddenly appeared ...
2024-08-30 13:07:00 +0000 UTC View PostOnce the grill reached the right temperature, Izumi Aimi joyfully placed a slice of pork belly on it. The sizzling sound of the meat as it cooked, combined with the rising aroma, teased their taste buds.
How could any middle or high schooler in their growing years resist such a tempting sce...
2024-08-30 13:06:08 +0000 UTC View Post"Are you upset?" Izumi Kotomi asked.
Aimi nodded firmly, not needing words to convey her feelings to Kotomi.
Seeing her sister's displeasure, Kotomi sighed softly and said, "Even if you are upset, there's nothing I can do about it. I'll likely be spending most of my weekend in Tokyo."...
2024-08-30 13:05:39 +0000 UTC View Post"Whoever kills this brute, will be credited with first honors!"
This declaration ignited a fervor in the hearts of countless Imperial soldiers. Fear and pain were forgotten; all that mattered now was the thought of slaying the barbarian leader and earning the coveted first honors.
In ...
2024-08-29 10:43:09 +0000 UTC View PostFifteen minutes had passed.
The once-thriving rainforest was now gone, leaving only the outer rim of the blast zone where fires still burned. Vast expanses of sand had been vitrified by the intense heat, creating a surreal landscape that shimmered under the moonlight.
"What a treacherous path... No wonder the empire's previous campaigns ended in failure," Selene muttered as she stood high above, surveying the complex and ever-changing terrain below.
Unlike the settlement located on the alluvial plain some seventy to eighty kilometers outside Yueshan Pass...
2024-08-29 10:42:09 +0000 UTC View PostThe Imperial war had finally erupted in full force. As one of the three major powers, Princess Kaguya launched an all-out offensive on the very first day of spring. Her elite, highly trained Imperial Guard swept across the continent like a destructive storm, crushing everything in their path.
... 2024-08-29 10:41:23 +0000 UTC View PostKaguya's palace, despite having a dungeon, was rarely used. The only time it had been occupied was during the incident with Seryu; otherwise, it remained eerily empty. Minor criminals wouldn't dare cause trouble in the princess's domain, and those guilty of more serious offenses were either execu...
2024-08-29 10:40:56 +0000 UTC View PostThe sky was a brilliant blue, with soft clouds drifting lazily across it as the gentle sunlight bathed the earth, dispelling the lingering chill of the night.
In the blink of an eye, spring had arrived. The biting cold of winter was gradually retreating, making way for the warmth and renewa...
2024-08-29 10:40:16 +0000 UTC View PostThe process of purchasing the NerveGears went smoothly. Although the headsets were limited to only ten thousand units, and a reservation was required to purchase one, Eriri's manipulation of perception allowed them to bypass this restriction entirely. Without any issues, the store staff overlooke...
2024-08-29 10:39:17 +0000 UTC View PostEriri and Gabriel arrived at a mid-sized pawn shop located in the city center. A wide counter spanned the middle of the room, effectively separating customers from the staff. The counter, made of solid white marble veined with irregular black patterns, exuded a high-end feel. Above it, transparen...
2024-08-29 10:38:49 +0000 UTC View PostWhen Aimi got off her lap, Izumi Kotomi felt an intense soreness in her legs, as if they no longer belonged to her.
"This pain... it's like my soul is ascending..." Kotomi groaned, rubbing her legs.
When she watched anime, the girls in those shows could give lap pillows for hours with...
2024-08-29 10:35:50 +0000 UTC View Post