Anime Collector: Starting With the Malevolent Shrine-Chapter 165 - ⟴ Heart Fluttering

"It's been restored! Senpai actually restored it!"

Are that golden clock and flintlock rifle also Sorcerer abilities? Why are all of his abilities so peculiar?

Sitting on the sofa, Iroha stared blankly at the ceiling, never imagining she would experience a second "first time" in life.

Thankfully, Ayase and Kirino's minds were pure and didn't think in other directions, or it wouldn't just be a matter of social death.

'But why did Senpai have to restore it? Don't they understand how painful the first time was? Making me experience it twice... That awful Senpai! Just because I punched you — and I didn't even use much force — you use such an improper technique to attack me!'

Thinking about the restored "first time", her face couldn't help but turn red, her burning cheeks making Kirino beside her look puzzled.

'The ability to revert a target's physical state? Partial physical state reversion? Which part of Iroha's body did Daiki-Senpai revert? She doesn't seem injured, but since earlier, her expression keeps changing. Could it be a side effect of the attack?'

Kirino tilted her head. The shocked expressions of Mei and Mai showed that they had both figured out the situation. When she asked about the specifics, Mei Mei just smiled without speaking, while Mai blushed and turned her head away.

Since neither woman said anything, it must mean Daiki's attack was harmless — but what was wrong with Iroha?

Having no clue despite wracking her brains, Kirino scratched her head and looked toward Daiki and Ayase cooking in the kitchen.

The kitchen space was only so big, and with his supreme cooking skills, they had naturally taken charge of preparing the feast. As the second most skilled cook, Ayase went to help, while the others sat in the living room, temporarily unable to assist.

Mai's face was slightly flushed — she clearly hadn't expected the Inspector General's ability to be so... mystifying!

She hadn't noticed at first, but after Iroha paced around the living room and made a trip to the bathroom, she suddenly understood.

'Is this a hint from Inspector General Daiki? Or just pure interest? Last time was a mistake; I can't anger him again.' Mai's thoughts were chaotic, various speculations emerging endlessly in her mind, as if already anticipating what would happen tonight.

Mei didn't pay much attention to this matter, being more interested in the golden clock's ability—this was just the Fourth Bullet revealed!

'If the Fourth Bullet's ability can revert a target's physical state, what about the other bullets? Are they all related to time? Golden clock, time... Daiki-kun's abilities remain terrifying—every casual display of power inspires despair.'

Though he already stands at the pinnacle of the Jujutsu World, his abilities continue to surprise while giving Mei great peace of mind.

In the kitchen, the atmosphere was more serene. Daiki wielded his knife with precision, efficiently chopping ingredients on the cutting board. Despite Ayase's cooking talent, she felt distinctly outmatched by the culinary expert before her.

The memory of her previous crushing defeat remained vivid. She had hoped to secretly learn her Senpai's cooking techniques during this opportunity.

Yet once in the kitchen, she realized the gulf between their skills was vast. His knife work and heat control were flawless — beyond criticism — clearly skills impossible to master in mere days.

Watching Daiki's calm profile, Ayase's thoughts grew complicated. Despite being just one year her senior, he was not only the Jujutsu Inspector General but also possessed impeccable cooking skills and topped their grade academically.

How had he achieved such extraordinary abilities and status at his age? Was it merely through hard work?

Remembering that first night at Iroha's house and the prolonged sounds from next door, Ayase's face flushed red.

"...ouch!"

Lost in thought, she nicked her finger with the sharp knife.

"You..." Daiki paused, pointing his knife at her cut finger, "Do you need help?"

"Ah... no, I'm fine, it's just a small cut..."

Without hesitation, he grasped her fair wrist, guided it under running water, and used Reverse Cursed Technique to heal the wound — all in one fluid motion before she could even react.

When she came to her senses, Ayase's heart was pounding, and the spot where her wrist had been held still felt faintly warm.

"Be careful." Daiki said with resignation.

"Oh... ah? Mmhmm..." Ayase shook her head in confusion, then quickly nodded in understanding.

The kitchen fell into an awkward silence.

"Senpai... Iroha said you seem to have a girlfriend at Sōbu High?" After hesitating, she couldn't help but ask.

"Mm!" Daiki hummed indifferently, 'More than one, but yeah...'

His calm attitude made Ayase furrow her brows, her small face filled with confusion as she continued, "Perhaps I have no right to ask, but... if Senpai has a girlfriend at Sōbu High, why maintain that kind of impure relationship with Miss Mei Mei! This isn't right — if you're dating someone, you should be devoted to them, not two-timing. And besides, Senpai's behavior is too..."

She trailed off, but her meaning was clear. From her perspective, this was unacceptable.

Although Daiki's attitude toward them was beyond reproach, even patiently teaching them Jujutsu knowledge, this issue touched on fundamental principles.

Moreover, Iroha was completely focused on him — who knew when she might get caught up in the moment and do something?

"Then what's your suggestion?" Daiki asked with a casual smile, his movements never pausing.

"I think... I think Daiki-senpai should break off these relationships, take time to calm down, then commit wholeheartedly. Right now, Senpai is just addicted and can't help yourself, but you can't keep this up forever. You should carefully consider — rather than dating so many people, it's better to find someone who truly likes Senpai. That way, you can walk together until old age."

In Ayase's view, marriage and relationships were lifetime commitments.

Even if Daiki could juggle multiple relationships temporarily, what about the future? Such greed would surely leave him with nothing in the end.

"You make sense, but... what if I break off all these relationships and can't find a girlfriend afterward?"

"That's impossible! With Senpai's looks and abilities, how could you not find a girlfriend? It's completely impossible!" Ayase exclaimed, stunned by the suggestion.

Even Iroha was drawn to him like a moth to a flame, let alone others.

"But what if it happens? Besides, I can't read minds — how would I know someone's true motives for approaching me? They might just want power and status."

"That... Senpai doesn't need to worry so much. If... if you really can't find anyone, I'll... I'll take responsibility for your future!" Ayase blurted out, her face instantly turning crimson.

Only afterward did she realize how inappropriate her words were.

But her desire to guide Daiki onto the right path was genuine — she truly didn't believe these relationships could last. As for taking responsibility for him...

If he could turn over a new leaf, she would gladly take responsibility. Everyone makes mistakes; she wouldn't hold his past against him.

"Dream on!"

Iroha, who had appeared in the kitchen doorway at some point, spoke with an eerily calm expression.

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She had only been distracted for a few minutes, and already Ayase was making her move.

Was this Senpai some kind of reincarnated incubus?

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