19: Targeting Eriri, Simulation Begins

Suzumiya Chisato entered the newly unlocked shopping mall.

[Current points: 500 (Achieved by reaching Touma Kazusa's affection level ?).]

[Items available for exchange this period:]

[Money: 1000 yen/1 point]

[Universal Medicine: 20000 points]

[Perfect Body Figure: 1000 points]

[Enchanting Eyes: 500 points]

[Basic Cooking Skills: 200 points]

[Random Blind Box: 1 time/100 points]

The points he had were fewer than he had expected, only 500.

However, considering that converting all of it to yen would amount to 500,000 yen, he had no complaints.

After all, the cost from the pure love system was just under half a day's time, and he hadn't even given away the milk and bread. He could use them for dinner.

But he felt that using points to exchange for money wasn't the best solution.

As a boy who had played many gacha games in his previous life, he quickly scanned the items available in the mall and focused on the last option—the random blind box.

[Blind Box has a 10% chance of containing other items available in the mall this period.]

A 10% chance...

Suzumiya Chisato glanced at the description of the Universal Medicine.

[As long as you're still breathing, even terminal cancer can be cured—this is what a medical miracle looks like!]

This description was so cheeky, complete with a picture.

After weighing the pros and cons, Suzumiya Chisato stood up from his seat. He washed his hands thoroughly at the sink in front of the bathroom.

Back in the classroom, the lesson was just starting.

He sat at his desk, seeming to pay close attention to the teacher, but actually focusing all his attention on the system interface in front of him.

Open the blind box!

The mall interface faded away, replaced by a dazzling gacha screen, with various colorful blind boxes flying around at a dizzying speed.

It was impossible to see what was inside just by looking.

There seemed to be no shortcut; it all came down to luck.

'Alright, I choose you, Pikachu!' Suzumiya Chisato selected a golden blind box that caught his eye.

The chosen blind box hovered in mid-air, while all the other boxes disappeared.

As the lid of the blind box slowly opened, he held his breath, his eyes filled with the overflowing golden light.

Wow, this blinding light—did I win on the first try?

[Congratulations, the host has obtained—Big Mac Banana! The item has been placed in the temporary space and can be retrieved within 24 hours.]

In front of Suzumiya Chisato appeared a golden-colored banana that looked particularly tempting and sweet.

He pursed his lips and took a deep breath to calm his excited feelings.

Not to mention, just to be sure, let me ask—does this Big Mac Banana have any special qualities?

[Yes, host. The Big Mac Banana is an extremely expensive variety with exceptional taste and texture. It's incredibly delicious and a must-try]

"..." Suzumiya Chisato closed his eyes and rubbed his tired forehead.

No matter what, it was clear that this was just an ordinary banana for consumption.

He had spent points worth 100,000 yen, and all he got was this worthless item.

[It's not a worthless item. The Big Mac Banana is very delicious. Trust me…]

Don't talk.

[Oh…]

Forget it, he wasn't expecting much on the first try anyway. Lottery-type things are always a bit hit or miss.

After comforting himself, he looked at his remaining 400 points and decided to give it another shot. If he didn't get anything good this time, he'd just move on.

[Congratulations, the host has obtained—Magical Girl Cosplay Combat Suit! The item has been placed in the temporary space and can be retrieved within 24 hours.]

"..."

Is this one of those combat suits that grants you divine powers when you wear it?

[No, it's just a regular cosplay outfit that makes anyone, regardless of age or gender, feel inexplicably embarrassed.]

"..."

[Um... Host?]

'I just want to ask one thing—are you messing with me?'

[No, um... I didn't mean to...]

He shouldn't have had high expectations from the start. He should have ignored it. 

This so-called pure love simulation game is too tiring. He doesn't want to play anymore. The evil path simulator is good enough for me.

Just simulating and getting rewards, even if they're random, is much better than this useless system.

[Please... wait!]

As he was about to close the shopping mall interface with a resigned attitude, the pure love system spoke up, sounding pitiful.

[I understand! I'll use my maximum authority to give you one guaranteed reward. That should be enough, right?]

'Why didn't you tell me this from the beginning?'

[...Because I didn't expect your luck to be this bad.]

'Not only did you give me a bunch of worthless stuff, but now you're looking down on me!' Suzumiya Chisato gritted his teeth.

'One guaranteed reward isn't enough. I need at least three, or my wounded heart won't be comforted.'

[How... how can you ask for that! Three times is absolutely impossible. It's beyond my capabilities and could break the system!]

He ignored the system's pleas, picked up his pen, and resolutely focused on taking notes from the blackboard, deliberately ignoring the system's attempts to talk.

[Two times! Two guaranteed rewards is already the limit…]

Suzumiya Chisato rested his left hand on his cheek, twirled his pen skillfully with his right hand, and smiled his familiar, faint smile.

…

Evening.

In a small rented apartment.

[Congratulations, the host has obtained—Enchanting Eyes]

[Congratulations, the host has obtained—Basic Cooking Skills]

[Non-physical rewards are effective immediately. Personal panel opened. Please check it yourself.]

Suzumiya Chisato ate the banana and opened his personal panel.

[Suzumiya Chisato]

[Physique: 6]

[Perception: 6]

[Mental: 6]

[Charm: 8]

'Wait, what does the -1 mean next to the charm value?'

[Attributes are interrelated. Physique and mental can slightly affect the charm value.]

At first, he didn't understand what the system meant, but he quickly figured it out.

For example, a person in good health with a rosy complexion will naturally look better than someone who is sick and pale.

[That's right, you're so smart, Host!]

'No need for flattery. If you want me to be better, then find a way to give me a few more guaranteed blind boxes.'

The system went silent.

Hmph.

Suzumiya Chisato continued to read.

[Skills]

[Basic Cooking Skills] (You can handle ordinary home cooking with ease.)

[Enchanting Eyes] (Your eyes are beautiful and deep. During a heartfelt gaze, most women will willingly become enchanted and drown in your gaze.

[Ventriloquism] (Unknown)

[Horsemanship] (Unknown)

[Oratory] (Unknown)

[Kasumigaoka's Writing] (Unknown)

The rewards from the simulator can be detected but not identified.

Well, that makes sense.

Suzumiya Chisato walked to the bathroom and gazed into the mirror, staring deeply at himself.

It did seem a bit brighter, but it wasn't as exaggerated as the system had described.

Maybe it only affects women.

He turned off the light and left the bathroom. Staring into the mirror for too long gave him an uneasy feeling, so he decided to stop.

He had finished most of his homework during the school breaks, so it was time to start a new round of simulation.

He thought about last night's simulation where he and Kasumigaoka Utaha experienced various events on the rooftop, in the classroom, library, and private theater.

He couldn't help but want to experience it again.

[Evil Path Love Simulator, at your service.]

[Ding! Kasumigaoka Utaha's personal event has been completed and rated A or above.]

[The system has automatically unlocked a new character for you to pursue. Note that the first simulation with this character will not consume simulation attempts.]

The simulator's start page had changed, no longer featuring the previous introduction. 

Instead, a large notification popped up with a silhouette of a girl with twin tails in black.

This must be her...

Suzumiya Chisato clicked on the silhouette, and the next moment, a vibrant girl with golden twin tails, exposed fangs, and blue eyes appeared.

[New unlocked character—Spencer Sawamura Eriri.]

Compared to Kasumigaoka Utaha, Eriri has less of a mature and charming vibe but is much more cute and lively. These traits might appeal to some people.

Like Suzumiya Chisato.

He appreciated the broad personality and black stockings, but the blonde hair and mixed-race attributes were also his type.

Since the first simulation is free, there's no need to hesitate. After spending an entire night with Kasumigaoka Utaha yesterday, it's nice to try something different today.

With this in mind, Chisato selected Spencer Eriri from the two unlocked girls and started today's simulation.

[Please choose three talents from the following to begin the simulation.]

[Let Me See (White): You have a naturally irritable personality and enjoy forcing others to do things they don't want to.]

[Experienced Cat Lover (White): You are knowledgeable about most cat breeds and deeply love everything related to cats.]

[Lone Wolf Attitude (Green): Unlike herding animals, fierce beasts always roam alone! Since the age of ten, you've started looking down on those who stick together in groups, and your psychological age increases with your actual age.]

[Childhood Friends (Blue): You have known the target character since you were young.]

[Blonde Hair (Blue): Your hair is blonde, significantly enhancing your physique, which may lead to unpredictable changes in behavior and personality.]

[...]

Unlike the first simulation, this time there weren't any purple talents, and the highest quality was blue, with no particularly striking options.

[Let Me See] was immediately excluded because no one likes dealing with someone who has a tendency to force others into things.

So, he was left with the choices of [Experienced Cat Lover] and [Lone Wolf Attitude].

He didn't hesitate long and chose [Lone Wolf Attitude].

He believed that having a mature psychological age might show more mature thoughts and actions in many situations.

Just look at that dead-eyed guy hachiman, and you'll understand.

[Talents confirmed—Lone Wolf Attitude, Childhood Friends, Blonde Hair.]

[Simulation officially starts.]

Suzumiya Chisato peeled a banana provided by the pure love system, settled comfortably on his bed, and waited for the evil path system to load.

[0 years old: You are born into a wealthy family. Your father is a romantic Frenchman and a renowned sculptor. You inherited his bright golden hair.]

Oh, it's starting.

This time, his identity is also a mixed-race like Eriri Spencer. It's quite exciting.

[1 year old: Your mother is busy with work, and your father is also busy. You are taken care of by three nannies of different nationalities and spent a mundane year.]

Three...

Isn't that a bit excessive, or is this normal for wealthy families?

[2 years old: As you grow, your increasing appetite causes the three new nannies who came to your home to become overwhelmed in less than a week. Your parents, unable to handle it, hire three more nannies for you.]

"???"

What?

Another three nannies?

Is he really a normal human baby?

Suzumiya Chisato was stunned.

[3 years old: Your body grows stronger, and you are finally weaned. Your parents are relieved.]

[4 years old: You have mastered both Japanese and French. As a kindergarten student, your mixed-race identity often draws curious looks from others.]

[5 years old: You accidentally saw some study materials on your father's computer. This changes your mindset, and your relationship with the young maid in the house improves.]

Five years old...

He wanted to complain but didn't know where to start.

[6 years old: The young maid resigns, and you are very sad.]

This…

It's just a coincidence. It shouldn't be related to him, right?

[7 years old: You moved to a new house, and your new neighbor is a friend of your father.]

[During a visit, you met the neighbor's daughter, Spencer Eriri, and as kids, you quickly became friends.]