60 How Could I Not Find My Own Home?

Miyamizu Mitsuha listened to the discussion below and her eyes widened in shock.

'Me? This body single-handedly defeated over a hundred people?' 

Without thinking, she raised her hand to examine it carefully, then clenched her fist.

'So this is what strength feels like?!'

'No wonder he could defeat so many people on his own.'

'One punch from me could probably send that giant who scared me earlier flying!' 

When the bad guys saw Kyousuke's fist clenching, they immediately fell silent, waiting for their leader's next command.

'Hmm?? Why is everyone staring at me? Why aren't they saying anything?' 

The atmosphere grew tense once again, leaving Mitsuha completely puzzled.

After a long, awkward silence, Makki Hojou had no choice but to speak up, "In that case, tomorrow, I'll send the Onizuka Duo to deliver the boss's message to Toman, telling them that defeated subordinates shouldn't be declaring war."

'Hey, who said that?'

'I never said anything like that! I just said fighting is bad.'

'I never looked down on anyone!'

Miyamizu Mitsuha's large eyes were filled with confusion, but she dared not argue, fearing that the giant would ask her what orders she had.

"Boss, are we done here?" Eikichi Onizuka asked eagerly.

Out of everyone, besides Makki, only he would have the courage to ask such a question, knowing full well that he wasn't the brightest.

Hearing the mention of wrapping up, Mitsuha immediately cheered, "Let's call it a day!"

The bad guys scattered immediately, heading toward their motorcycles.

"Hojou, what's up with you tonight? Want to go for a ride?" Kisaki asked, noticing that Kyousuke still hadn't moved from his spot.

"Huh? A ride?"

'Who is Hojou? Is this body's name Hojou?'

"Yes, every time after a gathering, don't we all go for a ride?" Kisaki continued.

'Wow! These guys know how to have fun.'

'A gathering, followed by a motorcycle ride, and they all wear matching clothes.'

'It looks like so much fun.'

Back in her place, unless you were someone who enjoyed drinking, this time of night was mostly spent in front of the TV, with some people already heading to bed.

Mitsuha had never imagined there could be so much nightlife, and her eyes sparkled as she was about to agree.

'Wait, I don't know how to ride a motorcycle...' 

"I think I'll pass tonight. I'm not feeling well," Mitsuha quickly made up an excuse.

"I see. Then let Kisaki take you home," Makki, who had been observing from the side, said.

"Oh, okay," Mitsuha obediently agreed.

After all, she couldn't get home on her own anyway.

She followed the "giant" and Kisaki out of the dark shrine, and the dazzling lights and noise of the streets flooded her senses.

"It's so lively!" Mitsuha couldn't help but comment as she watched the busy street.

"Lively? Hojou, are you confused from tiredness?"

"This is one of the quieter places in Bunkyo."

"The shopping street by your place in Tanimachi is far more lively," Kisaki looked at Kyousuke, puzzled by his strange behavior tonight.

"There's something more lively than this?" Mitsuha asked, astonished.

"Uh, didn't you just go to Ikebukuro on Saturday?"

"You made such a big splash there. Isn't that more lively than Bunkyo?" Kisaki was bewildered by Hojou's sudden exclamation.

"Alright, I think it's best if you just keep quiet and get some rest. Should I help you take the day off tomorrow?" Kisaki asked with concern.

"No, no need. Just take me home," Mitsuha waved her hand dismissively, not knowing what was going on, trying to make as few mistakes as possible.

Kisaki quickly took Mitsuha to the apartment building.

"Do you know how to get home?" Kisaki asked.

"Ha ha," Mitsuha gave an unconvincing laugh, then quickly came up with an idea.

"How could I not find my own home? I think it's you who forgot where my house is!"

Kisaki looked at Kyousuke, who was awkwardly using such a poor tactic, and sighed.

"Your place is at Chikabukimaki 49, Singles Apartment 701. Take the elevator, turn left, and it's the first room. Don't get lost."

"Stop nagging. I won't get lost!" Mitsuha blushed and used a tone that felt oddly familiar to her—like she was speaking in a cute, spoiled voice.

Then, realizing she had just messed up, she quickly turned and ran into the apartment building without looking back.

"What's going on with the boss?" Kisaki wondered, watching Kyousuke run in a rather feminine manner, his eyebrows twitching.

"701, 701, I didn't make a mistake. It's here." Mitsuha softly muttered as she confirmed the room number, then pulled out two keys from her pocket.

One of these must be the motorcycle key, so this one must be it.

Feeling a mix of excitement and curiosity, Mitsuha inserted the key into the lock, wondering what kind of hidden traps or enemy bad guys might be lurking inside Hojou's lair.

Slowly turning the key, her mind wandered as she imagined what she might encounter inside.

"Sorry to intrude," she whispered, feeling a rush of excitement at this uninvited intrusion.

The door opened to reveal a clean kitchen.

"Huh? Does this person not wear slippers at home?" Since this was an older house, Mitsuha had the habit of not wearing shoes at home either.

'Hmm, no bad smell.' 

She squatted down to remove her shoes and nodded with satisfaction.

'What a nice carpet! And his duvet is pink with Hello Kitty on it!' 

Mitsuha, almost like a child discovering a new treasure, jumped onto the bed.

'I've wanted something like this for so long!'

'They don't even sell it in my old town, and I couldn't find it in Hida City either.' 

'Ding!'

A notification sound startled Miyamizu Mitsuha as she rolled on the bed holding the blanket.

Flustered, she unlocked her phone. Thankfully, it was fingerprint-locked—she didn't know the password.

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"Why weren't you at the gathering tonight? Shu-da still wants to meet your Rocket 33." — Celty

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'That cat-head icon is so cute!' 

Mitsuha clicked on Celty's cat-head avatar and found herself on Celty's full profile page.

'Is this even a human body?'

Staring at Celty's picture in a black, tight leather outfit, with a figure that was to die for, Mitsuha was in awe.

Then, without realizing it, she glanced down at her own less-than-impressive figure.

'Huh? Wait, isn't this Hojou's body also in great shape?' 

Miyamizu Mitsuha cautiously placed her hand on her chest and gently touched the firm muscles beneath her clothes.

Yawn~

Why am I so tired?

Struggling to keep her eyes open, she opened the phone's memo app and quickly typed, "Who are you?"

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