Chapter 76
Under the brilliant, star-studded sky, Utaha leaned back against the swing, gently hugging her knees. Her eyes, shining with a unique luster, were every bit as bright as the stars above.
Hearing Utaha's words, Mineo realized that the girl was effectively confessing her feelings. In a situation like this, it was impossible for his heart not to be moved.
Even though he had known Utaha for a long time, today was their first official meeting in person. Her courage in revealing her deepest feelings at this moment proved just how sincere she was toward him.
As their eyes locked, Mineo suddenly found himself at a loss for words. While being confessed to by a beautiful girl was a wonderful thing, Mineo hadn't forgotten that Utaha had often said if her boyfriend ever tried to build a harem, she would break all three of his legs. Glancing at Utaha's small hands clutching her knees, Mineo winced internally, hoping his Utaha-senpai wouldn't actually be that heartless.
Noticing Mineo staring at her hands, Utaha let out a thin, meaningful smile.
"Is Mineo-sensei worried about something right now?"
"Are you worried that your third leg... might be in danger?"
"The feeling is definitely there! But I don't think you'd be that cruel, Utaha..."
"Cruel?"
Utaha gritted her teeth slightly. She shot him a look and let out a cold huff.
"I believe every girl, when faced with love, wishes for her partner to be completely faithful! To be honest, a man like Mineo-sensei—who can show his intention to build a harem without hiding it at all—is the first I've ever met."
Hearing this, Mineo looked at her with a curious gaze.
"I suppose I am a staunch Successor of Harem Ideology... Even in this situation, are you still willing to have an official relationship with me?"
Utaha didn't answer his question directly. She moved her feet slowly and slipped back into her shoes. Stepping onto the ground bathed in clear moonlight, she walked toward him with gentle, steady steps.
Boldly, she reached out and wrapped her arms around Mineo's neck. She leaned her head against his chest, her silky black hair brushing against his shirt. Her voice came out as a soft murmur.
"Actually, the type of man I hate most is the indecisive type!"
"On the contrary, I've always really liked the Mineo-sensei who maintains a firm stance and never wavers."
"I like you, Mineo-sensei. There's no doubt about that. As for everything else, that can be put at the bottom of the list!"
"I don't want to just give up. Giving up easily isn't in my character!"
"Regarding your intention to build a harem, I'll just try to change your mind slowly."
"Whether the end result is me changing you, or you changing me... it doesn't really matter."
"Didn't you once tell me something? Follow your heart, enjoy the process in front of you to the fullest, and the final result isn't important!"
Utaha slowly lifted her head, gazing at Mineo's profile. In the next second, she pulled him close and kissed him with bold, unwavering determination.
"I like you, Mineo-sensei. I've liked you for a long time, so I want to be with you. Even if you spend all day thinking about building a harem, it doesn't matter. I will use my greatest effort to try and fill your heart completely. Of course, whether the end result is me changing you or you truly brainwashing me, it doesn't matter!"
"If you have the ability, Mineo-sensei, then please... change me into a Utaha who accepts your harem ideology willingly!"
In reality, what many girls hate most isn't necessarily a man who likes many women. Rather, they detest men who are spineless or indecisive, who have no conviction in their actions, or who lack talent yet shamelessly flirt around.
Mineo was fundamentally different from those types. At the very least, when facing Utaha, he could say without hesitation that he did indeed want to build a harem! Although it annoyed her to no end, she had to admit that Mineo was remarkably honest.
How would she describe Mineo in her heart? Perhaps he was the type of man who was gentle, handsome, understood the hearts of girls, and could always make a girl feel happy from the very depths of her soul.
Add to that his talent, his capability, and his extraordinary background and identity... a man like him was perhaps born to be a conqueror of hearts!
Therefore, even though she knew how difficult it would be to change his harem ideology, she still couldn't resist drawing closer to him.
Even if she were to be completely conquered by him in the end, so be it! In the world of love, there is no right or wrong, no winning or losing. Whether one is willing to yield or not simply depends on the depth of their feelings.
In this country, there are plenty of wealthy men with wives and mistresses, or married men who still play around. Compared to them, at least every word and action of Mineo's radiated honesty.
So, as long as Mineo-sensei had the power to make her yield willingly, then what was wrong with giving in for the person she loved? Isn't a human life lived only once, and isn't the goal to find happiness?
Mineo could fully understand Utaha's feelings. There was a saying that the ultimate taboo in romance was indecision. Sometimes, by taking one brave step forward, the outcome naturally becomes beautiful.
Since he already possessed the Dimensional Restaurant and the Dimensional Phone, why should he be as helpless as a typical original protagonist? Sometimes, with a little effort and a more proactive approach, any girl could be won over. If that was the case, why overthink it?
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