If all the women Aoki meets continue to show similar feelings, wouldn't Aoki find himself trapped in a more complicated situation?
Shizune is still waiting for clarity from Aoki, Terumi Mei, with all her mysteries, has yet to indicate the direction of their relationship, and Kurisu—based on Aoki's observations—seems to be starting to show interest that goes beyond mere friendship. Now, even Akarin, Karin's mother, has openly expressed her feelings.
Aoki feels cold sweat beginning to flow at his temples. He is nervous, not because he fears responsibility, but because he imagines how the relationships with these women will develop.
Aoki is worried, not about the needs of the children he might have, but about the potential conflicts that could arise among the women who like him.
Akarin simply looks down, her face growing redder, but there are no signs that she will retract her words. Akarin's courage to express her feelings only confuses Aoki further.
Aoki lets out a long sigh. In his previous life, Aoki was just an ordinary man with no deep experience in romantic relationships. It could be said that Aoki had never even had a family in his previous life, let alone face a situation like this.
However, there is something different about Akarin. Although Akarin is not the most beautiful woman Aoki has ever met, there is a sincerity in Akarin's eyes that is hard to ignore. Akarin's shy demeanor, combined with her courage to speak like that, makes it impossible for Aoki to dismiss this as a mere joke.
Previously, the women Aoki trained often teased him in a playful tone, something Aoki had grown accustomed to ignoring. But Akarin is different. Akarin's words are full of sincerity, as if she is truly ready to accept all the risks that come with that decision.
Aoki looks up at the sky, trying to find an answer. Could it be that Aoki is too handsome or charming? However, Aoki quickly dismisses that thought. To Aoki, he is just an ordinary man whose life has coincidentally thrown him into this extraordinary situation.
"That's not it, I was just thinking you might already have children at your age. That's why I asked if you were sure you weren't pregnant?" Aoki asks uncertainly, averting his gaze.
"Oh, I see... Chairman... Next time, please explain your words more clearly, so I don't misunderstand," Akarin replies casually. Akarin's expression, which was previously shy, now changes to calm as if nothing has happened.
Seeing Akarin's sudden change in demeanor, Aoki is instantly reminded of Karin. Karin often shows similar changes in expression when dealing with Sasuke, which makes Aoki feel a bit amused.
The corners of Aoki's mouth twitch as he thinks about it. Aoki lets out a long sigh, then without saying anything more, turns and walks out of the room.
However, what Aoki does not know is that after he leaves, Akarin changes her expression again.
"Oh my God, what did I just say! Silly Akarin, what if the chairman is upset with your behavior?! Oh my God!" Akarin mutters with a panicked face, her hands clutching her cheeks that feel hot.
"Chairman... Chairman..." Akarin murmurs again, this time with a shy expression.
How could Akarin act like this? It all started a few months ago...
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A few months ago...
The small village was surrounded by dense forests, a place that seemed peaceful to most people, but for Akarin, it was just a temporary place she used as a hideout. Akarin had fled from one territory to another, trying to avoid Shinobi who might be chasing her.
At that time, the sun was almost setting, and the sky was tinged with golden hues. Akarin walked along the village's path with her head down, wearing a tattered cloak that covered her distinctive red hair.
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