When morning arrived, I woke up with only Haruko remaining in the room, snuggled comfortably on top of me while watching me sleep. With her quirk still making her clingier than normal, Haruko told me that she intentionally chose to stay with me in the room while the other two got up and went down to the kitchen.

Even though she should still be sore and tired from what we did last night, Edel was apparently the first one to wake up. She was about to leave the room when Haruko and Akane noticed her.

Upon asking what she was going to do, the girl energetically answered that she wanted to prepare our breakfast. Hearing that, Akane quickly got up and followed to help her. Its not because shes worried about Edel making a mess in the kitchen but most likely to get to know more about the silver-haired koala.

Well, she also thought that Edel being fully energized was unnatural. I mean, most of my girls would be too tired after doing it for the first time on top of being sore. The girl, on the other hand, appeared seemingly unaffected.

And with last night being marked as her entry into our complex relationship, Akane would begin treating her as one of them. Not just a guest brought by Haruko or my target but a new sister.

Anyway, knowing that Edel would be making our breakfast, my stomach was already looking forward to it Considering she thought of surprising me, I opted to not get up quickly and just spend the first hour of our morning, doting and spoiling my Haruko.

No. Even if Edel didnt plan for that surprise, I also noted in my mind to make use of our little time in the morning to focus on Haruko.

Although I got a happy ending with Edel, I somehow neglected Haruko last night when its supposed to be her once-a-week chance to be with me.

Naturally, I didnt voice out an apology or even mention that I was blaming myself again for neglecting her. Not only would she deny it and scold me for thinking like that, but it would also sour our morning.

There were always things that were better left unsaid. Furthermore, in this case, action speaks louder than words.

Hubby, your efficiency in making someone fall in love with you is a lot higher than before. Thats three out of five in less than two months

Haruko teasingly said after we finished doing some bed exercises. Despite doing it twice with Edel last night, I still have the energy to do it twice again with Haruko

Uh Eating stamina-focused dishes and regular exercise surely played a huge part but doing it was also a form of exercise, right? Although its unscientific to apply the logic of building physical stamina to the number of ejaculations in a day, it probably still influences it, even for just a bit.

Moreover, admiring their beauty and alluring figures was enough to add a boost of energy to me Its also unscientific but that's just how it is

I mean, even at this moment, part of my focus leaned towards admiring Harukos sweaty and rather disheveled appearance. I still find her too alluring despite doing it twice.

And that clearly resulted in my response coming a little late

Is it more efficient now? You helped me connect to the three. Its not only my effort. Besides, knowing that youre also my girl eased their minds. In truth, half of the accomplishment should be credited to you.

Uh. Its wrong to call those as accomplishments but since the word was only used as a supplement to the context of our conversation, I guess thats fine As long as I dont start treating them as trophies. Theyre the same as everyone, someone I will be delighted to grow old with.

Maybe youre right when it comes to Himeko, Mina and Edel. But what about the others? The girls from your class, Shizu and Kana. Do you think the middle-schooler Ruki could accomplish what you accomplished in these past two months?

Can the past me accomplish it?

Right Theres only one answer to that

No. If its my past self, I will probably still be ignorant that youre there. Moreover, I might still be relishing my new conquest in the form of Kana Alright, Im aware Even though I claimed to be different than before, I am definitely better at conquering girls in this present

Youre right. Thats how you were before. You didnt work on multiple targets at the same time. Youre always biding your time and you never appealed to us through emotions. Youre a cold, manipulative guy If not for spending time with you after you conquered, I would also fail to notice how considerate you are and how much you cared for me. Haruko nodded continuously as she expounded on why my past self wouldnt be able to accomplish what I built today.

Hubby, if I am asked which version of you I preferred, my answer is too obvious, right? Your past self will not be able to hold a candle to your present self Women, you see, will always prefer for our feelings to be validated and reciprocated rather than assume thats the case through your actions. In which case, words speak louder than any action. Haruko continued while putting on a meaningful smile.

Everything she said was correct. I guess except for one thing. Its not only women who prefer that. Most people wanted their feelings to be reciprocated and spoken in words. Some would even hold onto it even if its a lie

But of course, what Haruko was pointing out was the recognition of mutual affection, without it, it would remain one-sided. And the possibility for one to drop out was extremely high

Satsuki and Sakuma was a prime example of it. Because they failed to validate their affection for each other before my appearance, it became my point of entry, taking Satsuki for myself instead.

The case of Ogawa and Nami was also similar at one point. They were successful at validating their mutual affection but at that point in time, another candidate already appeared, cracking something that was apparently built for years.

In short, my take on what Haruko raised was as follows; my past self was a menace while my present self was in the middle of being a menace and a fine gentleman Uh is that understandable? I dont know. But thats it

Mhm This is why I love my Haruko a lot

You silly. You went off on your interpretation again. By the way, like you asked. I wont interfere with Yui and Nori. Do as you see fit I will also not impose on you to help them, everything will be at your discretion As for my relationship with them

You dont have to change your relationship with them. Haruko. Theyre leaning their backs on you, right? Keep supporting them. I noticed it from the three. Youre more than just a pillar for them. Your relationship wasnt as simple as loving each other. Its rather vague back then but the more I understand the girls around you, the more I understand why you did it. Besides, who am I to judge when I once threw most of you out of my life?

Hearing all that, Haruko put on a gentle, satisfied smile. However, it was soon replaced with a bitter and self-deprecating one.

Youve truly changed into a fine man, Ruki Its no surprise that most of us chased and waited for you Im not one of them though I went and fell in love with the girls Im only supposed to help