Volume 2 Chapter 24
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
”I’m S-Rank Dungeon Explorer¹ Himezaki Sakurako. Great to meet ya!” said Sakurako.
We moved to a small meeting room inside the Dungeon Explorer Guild.
Standing before Mana and me was a beautiful woman, Himezaki Sakurako-san, whose stunning body lines were visible through her loosely worn kimono.
I had thought as much when I saw her from a distance in the conference room, but seeing her up close, it was clear she was an absolute knockout.
Of course, our own Mana, Minami-chan, Haruka-san, Rin-sensei, and even Maria-san are all world-class beauties.
However, the “beauty power” coming from her, combined with the overwhelming presence of an S-Rank Explorer, was a total wrecking ball.
Feeling my heart skip a beat—okay, maybe several—I returned her greeting.
”I’m Hirosawa Kanade, leader of the A-Rank Dungeon Explorer² team ‘Resonant Melody’³. Personally, I’m only ranked as a B-Class explorer,” I said.
”And I’m Tanaka Mana, sub-leader of ‘Resonant Melody’. While myself, Matsuyama Minami, and Izumi Haruka are all ranked as A-Rank Explorers, Kanade-kun is the heart of our team. Please understand that ‘Resonant Melody’ simply wouldn’t exist without him,” said Mana.
Mana said that for my sake, likely because I’m the only one stuck at B-Rank in a combat role.
Since I have a role that’s partly support-based, she wasn’t wrong about me being the center of the team.
(Though, knowing her, I can’t exactly rule out the possibility that she means I’m the “center” of our life together in the bedroom…)
Regardless, Sakurako-san took Mana’s words in stride.
”Kukuku, you’re really loved, aren’t you, Kanade! I love teams like yours!” said Sakurako.
She flashed a brilliant, straightforward grin.
Turning directly toward Mana, she continued.
”You look pretty damn strong, Mana! We should go head-to-head sometime!” said Sakurako.
”I think it might be a bit much for us to challenge a solo-certified S-Rank like Himezaki-san…” said Mana.
”Don’t be like that! The pressure I’m feeling off you is higher than most S-Ranks I know. You’re definitely hiding a trump card, aren’t you? Come on, just a little sparring won’t hurt! Please? Pretty please?” said Sakurako.
Sakurako-san pressed in aggressively, looming over Mana.
She looked like a guy shamelessly hitting on a girl, but because Sakurako-san herself is such a beauty, the scene actually looked quite good.
I felt like watching a little longer, but if I didn’t step in, we’d never get down to business.
”Mana, why not take her up on a mock battle? I’d actually love to see you and Sakurako-san go at it,” I said.
”…Alright. If that’s what you want, Kanade-kun,” said Mana.
”Oh, there’s that look! You’re getting fired up! You’re thinking of showing Kanade how you can beat me, aren’t you? I’m not losing! It’s a promise—pinky swear!” said Sakurako.
The hyper-energetic Sakurako-san linked her pinky with Mana’s.
Once the swear was finished, Sakurako-san spun back toward me.
”Kanade, you’re a good guy. In terms of strength, Mana’s got you beat, but I’m sensing a really strange power from you. It feels like I shouldn’t be able to lose if we fought… yet I’d somehow end up losing anyway,” said Sakurako.
”Haha, my actual combat stats really aren’t that impressive,” I said.
If I were allowed to use my ‘Instant Death Pressure Point’⁴ (Adversarial Pressure Point)⁵, I think my offensive power would be decent.
But against someone of Sakurako or Mana’s caliber, even with my (Pressure Point Gun)⁶, landing a hit on a pressure point would be impossible.
In the end, victory is decided by the potency of the skill and the physical ability to actually pull it off.
”I can tell that. Which is exactly why I’m so curious…” said Sakurako.
Sakurako-san’s eyes locked onto mine as she murmured.
Then, in the next heartbeat, it happened.
Before I could register moving, I felt light—then my back hit the wall with a soft thud.
BAM!
She slammed her palm against the wall right above my head and brought her beautiful face close to mine.
”Hirosawa Kanade… You and your friends… that kind of power, that rate of growth… logically, it’s impossible. You guys are hiding something, aren’t you?” said Sakurako.
Trapped in a “wall-slam” by the strongest S-Rank explorer in the country, I found myself pinned by a pair of beautiful, razor-sharp eyes that seemed to look right through me.
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Summary:
Sakurako Himezaki initiates a high-energy meeting with Resonant Melody, quickly focusing her S-Rank intuition on Mana’s hidden strength. Following a pinky-swear-bound mock battle agreement, the tone shifts dramatically as Sakurako corners Kanade. The chapter ends with the protagonist pinned against a wall under the scrutiny of the nation’s top explorer
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Trivia:
- Sakurako’s kimono style is specifically ‘着崩した’ (loosely worn/disheveled), emphasizing a seductive but casual S-Rank vibe
- Kanade acknowledges that despite his cheat skill, his base physical ability is the limiting factor against high-tier opponents
- Mana’s assertion of Kanade as the ‘center’ carries both tactical weight and intimate subtex
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Character Insight:
Sakurako transitions from a bubbly, ‘big sister’ type to a sharp, predatory interrogator, demonstrating why she holds the S-Rank title.
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Glossary:
Notes:
• Himezaki – Sakurako Himezaki, silver‑haired S‑Rank explorer of the Himezaki lineage, is Japan’s top solo dungeon conqueror. As a leading Guild member, her reputation defines her identity, and both allies and rivals view her as the benchmark of Japanese dungeon exploration.
• Sakurako – Sharp‑eyed, stunning explorer in a loosely draped kimono that shows her physique, long blade at her waist. Japan’s top S‑Rank adventurer, clears Phase‑Five dungeons solo, radiates overwhelming presence yet flashes a friendly, beaming smile when impressed. Close friend of Ichigaya Rin, her keen intuition makes her the nation’s strongest explorer.
• Rin – Rin‑sensei, a mature academy instructor, wears a crisp white lab coat over a turtleneck, her trademark large chest concealed by modest attire. She has inverted nipples and prominent areolas, a seductive yet maternal aura, and sharp Appraisal skill. As mentor of team ‘The Melody Played (by Kanade)’, she first uncovered Kanade’s hidden powers, flustering him with confident allure.
• Mana – Kanade, a bespectacled A-Rank Explorer and sub-leader of Resonant Melody, wields cheat-tier Dungeon Energy Mastery rivaling S-Rank power; she sports a black ponytail, immaculate armor, and a composed, pragmatic demeanor, mentoring the protagonist in combat while offering intimate restorative aid. Fiercely loyal and protective, she watches him with a judgmental, half-closed gaze when he interacts with others—her bond with him forged from their days as former class president and now battle-hardened comrades. Paired with a tactical strategist in a glossy black bodysuit, she scales and pulverizes giant enemies, balancing strategic brilliance with raw strength, all while maintaining an air of disciplined grace.
• Haruka – The Prince, an androgynous, busty Holy Priest with short hair and a composed demeanor, wields a massive mace to crush boss-level defenses as a heavy physical support in Resonant Melody. Though outwardly modest and supportive, she hides severe burn scars, a masochistic streak, and a trauma-linked obsession with Hirosawa’s scent. Mana’s close friend and Kosaka’s stalking target, she battles fractured self-control while upholding her sacred duty with quiet, cautious grace.
• Minami – Cheerful blue‑haired twintail loli, frontline fighter in Kanade’s party. She wields a two‑handed sword with rapid, rhythmic precision, slicing foes and hobbling fast monsters like Baby Fenrirs. Energetic and supportive, she calls her friend Maria “Maria‑chi.”
• Maria – Sun‑kissed dark‑skinned gyaru with a voluptuous, heavy‑breasted figure and large eyes. Once a B‑rank adventurer and Four Heavenly King dubbed “Boob Gal” for her tiger‑print bikini, she lost an arm to a Black Anaconda in a Phase 3 dungeon and was rescued. Now a special member of the Resonant Melody clan, she is devoted to healer Kanade and plans to give him her virginity on their first meeting.
• Hirosawa Kanade – Hirosawa Kanade, a quiet, cute male student at National Third Dungeon Academy and leader of the A-Rank team “Resonant Melody,” is dubbed a “Harem Master” for his intimate relationships with all four female team members, including Rin-sensei. As a Vital Point Practitioner, he uses pressure-point skills to buff allies—a technique that inadvertently induces lactation, which he subtly exploits. His gentle demeanor and tactical brilliance make him the team’s emotional and strategic center, beloved yet enigmatic.
• Hirosawa – Kanade Hirosawa, a quiet, cute teen, leads Resonant Melody as its commander. Heir of the Hirosawa line, he wields a Goblin Sword and Pressure‑Point Eye to manipulate bodies and boost allies. His scent‑triggered bond with Haruka‑san fuels his erotic‑energy mastery and self‑discovery.
• Kanade – B‑Class Dungeon Explorer and leader of the A‑Rank team Resonant Melody. He wears a black anaconda suit, wields the Lizard Fang Sword, a pressure‑point gun and a Black Ball storage item. Possessing the “Vital Point Master” cheat skill, he reads opponents’ intent, manipulates pressure points to heal, buff, debuff and trigger Instant Death, staying composed despite inner fear. Strategic core of his crew, fiercely devoted to Maria—his savior, romantic partner and current intimate companion, using their encounter to activate skill effects.
• Matsuyama Minami – Minami, known as the ‘Loli Princess’ or ‘Young Princess,’ is a petite, doll-faced Light Warrior with a childlike visage and adult allure, her flat physique contrasting her commanding presence. As one of the Four Heavenly Kings and a elite dual-wielder, she serves as a Dungeon Explorer despite an extreme phobia of pain, driven by unwavering determination. Her idol-like charm makes her the beloved heart of the group, blending innocent cuteness with quiet, formidable strength.
• Izumi Haruka – An androgynous beauty known as “The Prince” among the Four Heavenly Kings, she bears severe burn scars from a Slime Acid Bullet and suffers side‑effects of Hirosawa’s skill. Trusting classmate, friend of Mana, healed by Kanade, currently hospitalized. Calls herself “boku,” has a large bust second only to Higuchi, works as a 3rd‑floor Priest, is stalked, and is revealed to be a masochist.
• Tanaka Mana – Tanaka Mana, a serious, neat beauty with long black hair in a ponytail and glasses, is a refined, disciplined former Class President famed for her purity and Kanade’s top favorite. An elite close-quarters combatant with high agility and martial arts mastery, she’s a sadistic competitor who recently split from soccer ace Kosaka, feeling worthless like a house centipede. As the Tanaka family heir, she provides the core ‘cheat’ utility for Resonant Melody and is linked to its sub-leader.
• Tanaka – Tanaka Mana: a serious, neat beauty with long black hair in a ponytail and glasses. Former Class President, refined and pure, Kanade’s top favorite. Elite close‑quarters fighter with high agility and martial‑arts mastery, sadistic competitor. Recently split from soccer ace Kosaka, feeling worthless like a house centipede. Heir of the Tanaka family, she supplies the core ‘cheat’ utility for Resonant Melody and is tied to its sub‑leader.
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Edited by Kanaa-senpai.
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