Shibuya District is incredibly valuable.
Ordinary people would have to work hard for several generations to afford a decent home here.
Meanwhile, the Shinomiya family's residence was built on a hillside in a scenic area. The road leading to the residence was flanked by cherry blossom trees in full bloom. A gust of wind carried cherry blossom petals everywhere, creating a beautiful and poetic scene.
When Hikaru and Kotonoha arrived at the Shinomiya residence, the stars had already begun to shine. A brilliant sea of stars seemed to hang upside down overhead, providing a vast and magnificent view.
Hayasaka Ai, Shinomiya Kaguya's personal maid, who was also ranked one hundred on the Eternal Beauty List, was waiting for Hikaru and Kotonoha's arrival at the residence gate, dressed in a maid uniform.
It must be said that, upon closer inspection, Hayasaka was the type who grew more attractive the more one looked at her. Her beautiful blonde hair, delicate and petite facial features, and a quarter Irish descent gave her an exotic beauty.
"Young Master Kanzaki, Miss Katsura, I didn't expect you two to come together."
Hayasaka immediately greeted Hikaru and Kotonoha.
"Hayasaka-san, I apologize for making you wait so long."
Kotonoha smiled faintly.
Since the Katsura family and the Hayasaka family were subordinate families to the Shinomiya family, based on this relationship, they were quite close friends.
"Ai, appearing here specifically to wait is not your style. It makes me a little flattered." Hikaru said half-jokingly.
It was true. As Kaguya's personal maid, Hayasaka Ai's position in the Shinomiya family could not be compared to other maids. Casual work like waiting for people was sufficient for ordinary maids. There was no need for her to come herself, especially since this was not the first or second time Hikaru had come here, and this was the first time he had been welcomed and waited for by Hayasaka so formally.
Hayasaka rolled her eyes with a wry smile as she led Hikaru and Kotonoha into the Shinomiya residence, and said in an annoyed tone, "Young Master Kanzaki, it's all because of you."
"Me?!"
Hikaru was confused and said, "What other trouble involves me?!"
"Miss Shirayuki has already arrived. Don't blame me if I don't remind Young Master Kanzaki, the atmosphere there isn't very good right now."
Hayasaka sneered towards the inside of the Shinomiya residence, as if warning Hikaru about something.
Actually, when Hayasaka appeared, Hikaru already somewhat understood. Her appearance at the gate to wait was to 'evacuate'.
This time, he couldn't avoid it. Earlier on the train, he had already thought that something was bound to happen when Kaguya and Shirayuki Hime met, and he didn't expect it to happen so soon.
Unfortunately, what must come will come. Hayasaka could go out to 'evacuate', but he had no way at all due to his position and situation.
(If enemies come, build fortifications; if water comes, raise the land. They are just a few little girls; they won't devour me.) Hikaru thought to himself.
Actually, for him, dealing with a problem like this was better than fighting fiercely with a Transcendent like Shiva.
At this moment, Kotonoha beside him also understood the meaning of Hayasaka's words. Her pair of eyes showed a hint of sadness, and her hands couldn't help but clench.
"We should go in first. Not only the Young Miss, but the Master has also been waiting for you two in the residence for a long time."
Under Hayasaka's guidance, the three stepped into the Shinomiya residence.
What was visible was a lawn, artificial rocks, a forest, fountains, a swimming pool, a library... all complete, luxuriously decorated and rich in meaning. From the side, it not only showed the Shinomiya family's sky-high wealth in Japan, but also demonstrated a very deep background.
These green decorations truly gave a feeling of being in nature, and the air breathed felt clearer.
Around stood many security guards in black suits and maids, providing great assurance in terms of security and service.
After walking for ten minutes.
Passing through a straight corridor hundreds of meters long made of mahogany, they arrived in front of a five-story castle.
"Young Master Kanzaki, Miss Katsura, we have arrived."
Hayasaka gestured slightly, and two maids standing at the gate gently opened the door.
At this very moment, Hikaru could clearly catch four gazes with various strong desires locked onto him. There was mockery, curiosity, joy, and also dissatisfaction...
What met their eyes were four stunning and extraordinary beautiful women.
Shirayuki Hime and Kuroyukihime, sitting on the sofa, looked very similar in appearance, except that Shirayuki Hime had silver hair and a strong aura that Kuroyukihime did not possess. This point was somewhat similar to Kaguya, whose face was cold beside them; both were strong and dominant types of girls.
Meanwhile, Yuuki Asuna, with her long blonde hair, elegantly sipped red tea in her hand. Her eyes gazed at Hikaru, the man who had recently caused a huge stir in Japan and even worldwide, with a smile and curiosity.
He didn't look like the cheap playboy she had imagined before, but truly like a cheerful teenager.
Asuna poured herself another cup of red tea and continued to assess Hikaru with curious eyes.
If Hikaru were truly like the young masters of those big zaibatsu, how could women like Shirayuki Hime be attracted to him? And also the women on the Eternal Beauty List, plus the recently announced Transcendent List.
He was truly a man full of mystery.
Asuna didn't know the rest, but there was one thing she could understand: this was a dangerous man; it was better not to provoke him easily.
Mystery represents temptation for women, but if the mystery is too much and too thick, it is enough to plunge women into an abyss.
Such a man, Kaguya and Shirayuki Hime would not be able to control him.
Asuna, who was meeting Hikaru for the first time, concluded in her heart.