It was already time for their operation.

The clock had struck midnight, and the city had quieted into a hushed, dimly lit stillness.

It was communicated to them to meet at Sakura Memorial Park, a large, peaceful green space located just a short distance from their school and near Seishin Academy.

The park was known for its wide lawns, winding paths lined with cherry blossom trees that were beginning to bloom, quiet corners with benches, and good vantage points for nighttime activities.

At this hour, the park was almost empty, with only the soft glow of occasional lampposts and the gentle rustling of leaves in the cool night breeze.

The air was crisp and carried the faint scent of blooming flowers and damp grass, creating a serene yet slightly eerie atmosphere under the moonlit sky.

Akane was the first to arrive.

She stood under one of the lampposts near the central fountain, deliberately dressed to turn heads and capture Rin’s attention.

She wore a tight, black skinny short that clung to her hips and thighs like a second skin, perfectly showcasing the full, rounded curves of her ass and the smooth length of her legs.

The shorts were so short that the bottom curves of her buttocks were teasingly visible with every small movement she made.

On top, she had chosen a skimpy, black skinny top with a deep plunging opening at the front, the fabric stretching tightly across her chest and allowing most of her full, perky breasts to be on bold display.

The neckline dipped so low that the inner swells and a generous amount of cleavage were clearly visible, the material thin enough to hint at the shape of her nipples underneath.

Her red hair was packed in a sexy, messy high ponytail that swayed with every turn of her head, a few loose strands framing her face to give her a seductive, just-rolled-out-of-bed look.

She had purposely dressed this sexy, choosing the outfit with Rin in mind — hoping the revealing clothes would draw his eyes to her body, make his gaze linger on her curves, and remind him of the passionate moment they had shared in the club room.

She shifted her weight from one foot to the other, the motion causing her breasts to jiggle slightly and her shorts to ride up even higher, clearly intending to seduce and get Rin’s full attention tonight.

She checked her phone repeatedly, her heart beating a little faster with anticipation and nervousness.

Then Hanako arrived within minutes.

She walked confidently down the path, her black skinny pants hugging every curve of her hips, thighs, and ass like they were painted on, accentuating her voluptuous lower body with every step.

She wore an armless black singlet that was extremely tight and low-cut, the fabric stretched taut across her chest, pushing her breasts up and making them spill generously over the top.

The singlet was so revealing that it left very little to the imagination, her cleavage deep and prominent, the sides of her breasts almost fully visible.

Her hair was packed into a sleek, high ponytail that swung dramatically with each step, giving her a bold, seductive look.

She had intentionally dressed even more lewd and sexy than usual, aiming to outshine Akane and capture Rin’s desire.

Her hips swayed with each step, drawing attention to her curves as she approached.

Seeing her, Akane’s impression changed completely.

Her confident posture faltered for a moment as she looked Hanako up and down, a flash of competitive disadvantage crossing her face.

She felt a sting of jealousy — Hanako’s outfit looked even bolder and more provocative, her breasts pushed up and spilling out more dramatically, her curves highlighted perfectly.

Akane’s own revealing top suddenly felt less impactful. She walked closer to Hanako, staring obviously at her seductive outfit, her lips pressing into a thin line of displeasure.

Hanako smiled smugly and said, "Hey Akane, you here early."

Akane’s reaction showed clear competitive disadvantage.

She crossed her arms under her breasts, unintentionally pushing them up further, and replied sharply, "Don’t ’Hey’ me... Why are you dressed up looking like a slut?" Her voice was laced with jealousy, her eyes narrowing as she took in Hanako’s exposed cleavage and tight pants.

Hanako folded her arms deliberately under her own chest, pushing her breasts up even higher and making them strain against the thin fabric.

She smirked and replied, "Look who’s talking... looking all exposed."

Despite her confident words, a small flicker in her eyes showed she also felt the pressure — Akane’s shorts and plunging top were incredibly revealing, making her feel like she had to push harder to win Rin’s attention.

Akane responded with a competitive smile, tilting her head.

"I know what you are planning, Hanako, and it won’t go the way you planned."

She said it with a confident grin, as if she already held the advantage in seducing Rin.

Hanako laughed lightly, the sound carrying through the quiet park.

"Stand back and watch an expert do her thing."

She laughed again after that, flipping her ponytail over her shoulder with a dramatic flair, clearly determined to outdo Akane.

Akane grinned her teeth, refusing to back down as they both held intense eye contact, the rivalry between them crackling in the cool night air.

Then Hinata arrived, breaking the tension with a soft, gentle smile.

"Hello... I’m surprised you guys arrived before me." She wore a casual black jean paired with a short mini skirt over it, a long-sleeve black top that was fitted but modest, and a black cap with a pair of matching gloves. Her hair was packed normally in a simple, neat style that fell softly around her shoulders.

She looked practical and ready for the operation, but when she properly looked at Akane’s and Hanako’s extremely revealing outfits, her eyes widened with a suspicious, slightly shocked expression.

She tilted her head, clearly wondering why they had chosen such seductive clothing for a dangerous monster investigation.

The park remained quiet around them, the night breeze rustling the leaves as the three girls waited for the rest of the group, the tension between Akane and Hanako still simmering beneath the surface.