If the 'abnormality' were ever unleashed on the normal world, it could be devastating.
"Well, it's not anything I can't answer," Rei Ao said casually. "This world is coming into contact with something else, so I'm not sure what it'll turn into, exactly."
"There are other worlds?" Haruno exclaimed, mouth agape. She suddenly felt like reality had flipped upside down. Even her younger sister Yukino seemed a stranger now.
Yukino's face was cold as she reminded them:
"Sister, Mother, there's something you must know: The more you learn, the more dangerous it becomes."
""
Both women fell silent, acknowledging it was true. The more they learned, the deeper their fear of reality might growjust as they were feeling now.
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Chapter 446: Ice Queen Yukino! Bold Confession!
After Yukino's warning, Haruno and Mrs. Yukinoshita stopped asking about the inner world. Rei Ao also clarified:
"As for that body, you don't need to worry. I've placed a concealment barrier on itno one will notice or touch it. I'll take it with me when I leave."
"However, the damage to your house I'm afraid you'll have to repair that yourselves."
"I understand."
Mrs. Yukinoshita sipped her tea to settle her thoughts, then shifted the topic to something more personalsomething she cared deeply about.
"Rei Ao-kun, may I ask what is the nature of your relationship with my daughter?"
"!"
Haruno instantly perked up. While the matters of monsters and the hidden world had been shocking, nothing trumped her love for her sister. Especially when it came to something as important as Yukino's romantic life.
Yukino tensed up, clearly nervous under her mother's gaze. Rei Ao, however, openly wrapped an arm around Yukino's slim waist and answered without hesitation:
"Yukino and I are together out of mutual love. I intend to marry her in the future, to have children with her, and spend the rest of our lives together."
""
Yukino looked up at Rei Ao with wide eyes, stunned. She hadn't expected him to make such a bold declaration in front of her family.
Until now, she had been following him half-blindly, not sure where their relationship was headed.
But in that moment, she felt the certainty of his intentions. She gently leaned into his shoulder, a tender smile blooming as she imagined a future raising children with him.
""
Both Haruno and Mrs. Yukinoshita were left speechless. Rei Ao's blunt confession shocked them, and Yukino's silent agreement shook them even more.
Especially Harunoseeing her little sister's maternal, matured expression so suddenly made her feel like waves were crashing through her heart.
"God"
"It's only been a few days and Yukino's changed this much?"
"Is this really the same sister I knew?"
Mrs. Yukinoshita was equally taken aback. It felt like this was the first time her daughter had ever shown such peace and comfort in front of her.
She looked at the man Yukino leaned againstRei Ao. It had to be him. He was the one who had changed Yukino. She was sure of it.
Rei Ao met Mrs. Yukinoshita's gaze directly and said calmly:
"Mrs. Yukinoshita, may I ask for your daughter's hand?"
"Haa to be honest, this is all very sudden."
Mrs. Yukinoshita exhaled slowly.
"Even I'm shocked by all of this. I believe your feelings are real, but"
She hesitated.
"Yukino is just a normal person."
She was deeply concerned about their future. They came from completely different worldsRei Ao, powerful and mysterious; Yukino, just an ordinary girl. Could such a pair really have a happy ending? Most stories about such pairings rarely ended well.
"A normal person, yes you've hit the nail on the head."
Rei Ao smiled as he reached into thin airand pulled out three bizarre objects.
A cup filled with bright red liquid.
A multicolored glowing stone.
A blade radiating icy chill.
"Yukino, drink this first."
He handed her the cup containing a liquid known as Demon Essence: Core of Manifestation. With Rei Ao by her side, Yukino didn't hesitate. She downed the freezing liquid in one go.
"Haa"
As she set the cup down, her breath instantly frosted the table in front of her.
"Yukino, your hair!"
Haruno cried out in surprise. Yukino looked down and was shocked to see her black hair transforming into a glimmering icy blue.
"Don't be afraid," Rei Ao said gently. "Focus your mind. Control the power within."
"Mm"
Yukino closed her eyes and took a deep breath. Slowly, her hair color reverted to its original black. She opened her eyeseyes now filled with wonder. Something extraordinary had awakened inside her.
But it wasn't over yet.
"Take this next," Rei Ao said, handing her the awakening stone.
Without hesitation, Yukino activated it. A flash of light passed, and a second power awakened within herone that resonated with the first, fusing into a singular element.
Then, in front of her family, Rei Ao leaned in and kissed her lips.
The blessing was complete. Yukino had officially transformed.
[Name]: Yukinoshita Yukino
[Level]: 1
[Abilities]: [Dragon Power], [Law of Ice and Snow], [Rei Ao's Blessing], [Inherent Device: Ice Queen]
Her abilities had merged into a single, snow-based power system.
"Lastly, take thisGod-Freezing Sword."
He placed the icy sword in her hands. The moment she touched it, it felt as though her soul resonated with it. A single thought
"!!!"
A wave of icy aura erupted.
"Wow!"
The room was hit with a freezing gust.
Mrs. Yukinoshita and Haruno both instinctively flinched, feeling as though their very souls were turning to ice. Thankfully, the protective amulets on their chests activated just in time, shielding them from the worst.
Yukino quickly reined in her power, realizing she'd accidentally caused harm.
"Mother, sisterare you alright?!"
""
The two women exchanged a look, eyes filled with disbelief and awe.
Gulp.
Haruno finally found her voice.
"Yukino what is going on?"
"Let me explain," Rei Ao said, stepping in before Yukino could struggle to answer. She gave him a grateful look.
"As Mrs. Yukinoshita mentioned, ordinary people and I don't mix well."
"So, I awakened Yukino's power and gave her my blessing. That way, we can spend the next ten million years together."
"T-Ten million years?!"
Haruno and her mother both gasped.
Was this exaggeration? Or some truth wrapped in mystery?
"Rei Ao"
Yukino didn't know how to express what she felt. She had no doubts about his wordsbut that made her feel even more unworthy. He's given me so much what can I possibly give him in return?
With that thought, she made a bold decision.
Before her mother and sister's very eyes, she stepped forward, wrapped her arms around Rei Ao's neckand kissed him deeply.
And Rei Ao, sensing her resolve, kissed her back without hesitation.
~~~
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Chapter 447: Strong meet strong minded... (Bonus Chapter)
"Mwah Mwah"
Rei Ao and Yukino were completely immersed in their affection, acting like no one else was around.
And that made things extremely awkward for Haruno and Mrs. Yukinoshita.
They felt like they were sitting on needles.
They couldn't leaveit would be rudeand staying felt unbearable.
They were full-on third-wheeling.
To make it worse, their relationship with Yukino made the whole scene even more uncomfortable: one was her mother, the other her doting big sister.
Watching their daughter/sister passionately kissing a man the emotions they felt were complicated, to say the least.
Haruno especially had a strange look in her eyes, a touch of darkness settling there.
In her mind, Rei Ao's vow to be with Yukino for "ten million years" kept echoing.
Was it true? She didn't know.
But what she did know was this: her sister had stepped into a world beyond hers.
For the first time, she felt Yukino slipping from her grasp. Haruno's mind was in turmoil.
Ten minutes later.
Yukino was flushed, panting softly, leaning weakly against Rei Ao. Her whole body had gone limp.
Meanwhile, Haruno and Mrs. Yukinoshita were beyond numb.
They were actually worried Yukino might have passed out from oxygen deprivation.
What made it worse was that Rei Ao looked completely unfazed, like he hadn't even broken a sweat. He even smiled calmly and said:
"Yukino's no longer an ordinary person."
""
Mrs. Yukinoshita had no comment on that method of proving it. But she understood she had no ground left to object.
"I approve of your relationship. I hope you both will be happy."
When she said that, there was a faint trace of resignation at the corners of her lips.
"Mother thank you."
Yukino offered her mother a heartfelt thank-you for the first time in her life.
""
Haruno, watching from the side, felt a blend of melancholy, envy, and quiet joy.
Her sister was now walking a path far removed from the Yukinoshita family's.
But she
"Mother."
Yukino suddenly spoke again.
Haruno saw her glance over and instantly felt a chill.
She had a bad feeling about this.
And sure enough, her premonition came true in the next second.
"Mother, I heard about the arranged marriage plans for my sister."
"Hmm?"
Mrs. Yukinoshita blinked. It seemed Haruno had already told her.
Yukino continued,
"I hope you won't force her into that kind of political marriage."
She said it.
Yukino couldn't bear to find love for herself while standing by and watching her sister be forced into a marriage she didn't want. If she let that happen, she knew she would live with regretand she wouldn't be able to face Haruno.
""
Mrs. Yukinoshita hadn't expected Yukino to bring this up so directly.
Her gentle brows arched into a more serious frown. Her expression instantly returned to the commanding air she always carried.
"Yukino, if that's your request, I'm afraid I can't agree to it."
"Why?"
"Because this is the fate of those born into the Yukinoshita family."
""
There it was again the Yukinoshita name.
A single phrase that silenced Yukino completely.
Haruno also lowered her gaze in bitter resignation.
She knew it was true.
This was their family's "destiny."
"May I say something?"
Rei Ao broke the heavy silence just as the tension peaked.
As all three women turned to look at him, he said calmly:
"Since Yukino is going to marry me in the future, Haruno-san would be my sister-in-law."
"Naturally, I wouldn't want my sister-in-law to end up unhappy. That would make Yukino unhappy too."
"So, may I offer a suggestion?"
"Rei Ao-kun, this is a Yukinoshita family matter," Mrs. Yukinoshita said firmly. "Even if you're Yukino's boyfriend, you're not married yet."
She spoke with surprising assertivenessit was clear she was a woman of true authority.
"Apologies, perhaps I was too polite and gave you the wrong idea."
Rei Ao smiled, but there was a noticeable chill behind his words.
"This isn't about the Yukinoshita family."
"I'm doing this because I want tobecause I care about Yukino."
When it came to strong-willed people, Rei Ao had no problem being just as forceful. Even if the other party was his future mother-in-law.
A hint of pressure radiated from him.
To Mrs. Yukinoshita, it was like being stared down by some ancient force of nature. It pressed down on her chest, making it hard to breathe.
Fortunately, the aura vanished as quickly as it appeared.
Even so, her back was drenched in cold sweat, and she finally realized: this man was not someone ordinary.
"Mrs. Yukinoshita, I simply want to grant Yukino's wish. I hope you'll consider it seriously."
Rei Ao ended the conversation there.
But even before Mrs. Yukinoshita could respond, a new voice sounded in her mindRei Ao's.
"Please don't panic. What you're hearing now is my direct transmission, just between us."
"?"
She looked over. Rei Ao's mouth hadn't movedhe wasn't speaking. It was telepathy?
"You can reply through your thoughts. I just wanted to spare you any public embarrassment, my dear mother-in-law."
""
"What are you trying to say?"
She responded hesitantly, trying to process this ability.
"Tell me honestly, between an arranged marriage to a random family or having me as a son-in-lawwhich option do you think has more future potential?"
"As Yukino's future husband, I wouldn't mind helping you and Haruno."
There was clear implication behind his words.
Mrs. Yukinoshita only responded to the surface level, frowning deeply.
"Does your organization allow you to act so freely?"
She suspected that the so-called inner world must have rules of its own. After all, if it didn't, it wouldn't have stayed hidden from ordinary people for so long.
"Haha, Mrs. Yukinoshita, you're very imaginative."
"To be precise, I don't have an organization backing me."
"In this world, there's no one stronger than me. This entire planet? It's already in the palm of my hand."
"???"
Mrs. Yukinoshita froze.
The entire planet in his palm?
"Are you joking?"
"Heh. Want me to pluck the moon down for you as proof?"
His tone was far too confident to be a joke.
""
If he was telling the truth
Mrs. Yukinoshita's body trembled slightly, her breathing quickened, and her hands clenched her skirt to control her emotions.
There was no question
If what he said was real, Rei Ao's existence alone superseded everything else.
~~~
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Chapter 448: Rei Ao is a scumbag? Old news...
Mrs. Yukinoshita's resolve wavered.
Rei Ao, who could read her thoughts perfectly, curled his lips into a smile. Simply unnerving her wasn't enoughtaking the opportunity to fully break down her defenses was the correct choice.
"Also, Madam, you wouldn't want your secret exposed to Yukino and Haruno, would you?"
This statement carried a faintly menacing tone, a sort of thrill that came from addressing a "madam" this way.
"Secret? I don't understand what you mean."
Mrs. Yukinoshita remained shocked, uncertain why Rei Ao had suddenly said something so close to a threat. Was it because Yukino and Haruno couldn't hear, revealing his true nature? Or was there some other reason?
