That was why Haruka Kasugano had brought Circe along.
Watching Circe walk in, Maiya Hisau felt a flicker of confusion, she had no inkling of what Haruka Kasugano intended to do. Unlike Sola, she was neither a Master in the Holy Grail War nor a magus. She had no means of knowing the situation outside, nor whether the war had ended. Furthermore, she couldn't even tell if the now-fleshed-out Circe was a Servant.
Maiya didn't dwell on it. With a stiff, mechanical motion, she knelt before Haruka Kasugano, preparing to perform—
But Haruka Kasugano pushed her away with one hand.
"You... why..." Maiya couldn't understand. A sliver of frustration welled up within her. Is he not interested in my body? If so, how can I possibly protect Irisviel?
Haruka Kasugano was in no hurry to toy with her. Instead, he sat on the wooden stairs and gave Circe a knowing nod. Circe understood immediately, her face suddenly breaking into a mischievous grin.
"Little sister! Let big sister have some fun with you!" Circe shed her clothes, revealing a porcelain-white, jade-like physique. She pulled Maiya into a tight embrace and began kissing her everywhere.
"Uh? Ah..." Maiya was momentarily unable to react. She never expected Haruka Kasugano would have her engage in such intimacy with this woman while he simply watched from the side.
As Circe's delicate skin brushed against hers, Maiya found herself unable to think. So smooth... so soft... so this is how a girl smells... It's so fragrant... so gentle...
Watching Maiya's eyes grow hazy, Haruka Kasugano couldn't help but chuckle. During her youth in a war-torn region, Maiya had been brutalized by soldiers—an ordeal that resulted in a son she was eventually separated from. Because of this, she harbored a physiological resistance toward men's bodies. This didn't mean total repulsion—otherwise, she wouldn't embrace Kiritsugu Emiya—but it applied to extreme or forceful acts. She had undoubtedly been put through every agonizing "position" imaginable by those soldiers back then.
Haruka Kasugano knew that if he used the same methods, she wouldn't just fail to gain affection for him, she might grow to loathe him by recalling those traumatic memories.
Thus, he had come up with this brilliant alternative. If she can't handle extreme play with men, I'll use a woman!
"Sister, I didn't realize your legs were so long..."
"Sister, you're so sweet..."
"Sister, why don't you help me out too?"
Under Circe's relentless teasing, Maiya gradually began to sink into the sensation. Circe's slender fingers danced over her, and Maiya found herself powerless to resist. This was the first time she had truly felt the softness of another woman. Throughout her years of campaigning with Kiritsugu, she had transformed herself into a soldier. Her clothing, her food, her lifestyle—everything was hard and utilitarian. She had never experienced anything so soft and tender.
A person who has labored for a long time will always cherish a moment of rest, a person scorched by the sun will always linger under an umbrella. Maiya was the same. Her long, military-like life made it impossible not to surrender to this "gentle village."
The two of them intertwined like a beautiful vision one couldn't look away from. Maiya's body, hardened by years of training, finally softened in this moment, her femininity blooming.
Then, Circe hooked her finger at Haruka Kasugano with a smile. "Piglet, she's ready. Come on!"
"Right." Haruka Kasugano stripped and joined them. While Circe continued to hold the clinging Maiya, Haruka Kasugano launched his attack from behind.
"Ah—!" Maiya cried out in delight. For the first time in her life, she felt that intimacy could be something so wonderful.
Circe didn't stay idle either, she utilized her "magical tools" to complement Haruka Kasugano's movements, leaving Maiya with nowhere to retreat.
"Ah—ah!" The old memories in Maiya's mind were being overwritten. It turned out that being caught in the middle could feel this blissful.
[Ding! Maiya Hisau has succumbed to pleasure. Infidelity Progress +10!]
[Ding! Infidelity Progress +10 again!]
[Ding! Infidelity Progress +10 more!]
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It was hilarious! Kiritsugu Emiya was right nearby, yet here was Maiya Hisau crying out in ecstasy. If she knew the man she longed for was just a wall away, would she want to die of shame?
Under the combined assault of Haruka Kasugano and Circe, Maiya completely lost herself.
"So good... so soft... so fragrant..."
"I can't... why is this happening..."
"I'm supposed to only be interested in Kiritsugu, so why am I craving Haruka Kasugano today..."
"Big sister... stop kissing me there... your lips are so soft... ah... I can't take it..."
"I can't think anymore... bleh..."
Caught between the two of them, Maiya's eyes eventually rolled back as she fainted from the sheer intensity.
"Her 'back garden' is quite tender," Circe remarked playfully.
"An athletic woman's curves are truly something else," Haruka Kasugano added with a laugh, stroking her skin.
"Piglet, you haven't fully released yet, have you? Neither have I!"
Circe pushed the unconscious Maiya aside and crawled toward Haruka Kasugano like a kitten. Seeing her swaying hips, Haruka Kasugano felt his energy surge again.
"Ah~ Mmm~" Circe began to enjoy her favorite "snack" once more.
Meanwhile, Haruka Kasugano checked the rewards he had just received. Usually, when the Infidelity Progress increased multiple times at once, the system would merge them into a single large reward.
[Ding! Congratulations Host! You have obtained a new Mystic Code: "Support Fire"!]
It was essentially a sniper rifle, but as a Mystic Code, its power was immense—capable of piercing an Executor's shroud with extreme precision.
Not bad, he thought. For a woman of Maiya's caliber, a high-quality weapon was a solid reward. He now had tools for defense, close combat, and long-range engagement.
For the rest of their time there, in addition to giving Maiya a "new lease on life," Haruka Kasugano prepared to soften her heart. He began buying her new clothes—mostly feminine, youthful dresses—and redecorated the basement to look like a princess's room.
Living in a flowery room, wearing beautiful dresses, and experiencing Circe's "tenderness" every day... over time, her heart was bound to change. But Haruka Kasugano wasn't in a hurry. He would take his time.
...
Time flew by. Soon, it was March 1996—the start of the school spring break. This gave Haruka Kasugano about a month to find Touko Aozaki.
Taking Sola with him, Haruka Kasugano headed out. Before they left, Circe cast her blessing skill, [Advice for Sailing], on him, which boosted his Luck and granted immunity to a single negative debuff.
The two flew to Misaki City. Touko Aozaki was a magus and a fugitive labeled with a "Designation of Sealing" by the Clock Tower. Consequently, she was extremely cautious. Any advertisements she put out would be incredibly subtle to avoid detection by the Association's enforcers.
Haruka Kasugano, who relied on his system for power, had no idea how to track a magus, so he left it to Sola.
Sola wore a pure white dress that showcased her long, pale legs. Her noble aura made her breathtakingly beautiful. Walking through a metropolis like Misaki, she naturally drew every eye. However, her missing arm was even more noticeable, drawing sighs of pity from passersby. How could such a beautiful woman be disabled?
With her arrogant personality, Sola didn't care about the stares. She had been the center of attention since childhood. She focused entirely on scanning the streets for the hidden signs Touko might have left behind.
On the first day, they found nothing. They checked into a luxury hotel to find solace in each other's company. Since this was the first time Sola had been "let out" and treated so well—dressed elegantly and traveling like a couple—her shattered pride began to mend. Because Haruka Kasugano showed her such attention, her affection for him grew.
[Ding! Sola's Infidelity Progress +10%!]
[Reward: New Skill "Rune Magic (B)"! The Host can now utilize Primal Runes!]
It wasn't until their fourth day in Misaki City that Sola finally spotted a hidden message Touko had left in a quiet corner. Haruka Kasugano took a careful look at their surroundings...