But the biggest problem right now… is the love of my two sisters.
Their affection has already reached 100%, but the issue is — that love is still the love of siblings.
I've tried many things, yet it remains unchanged. But my instincts tell me this is just the calm before the storm.
I feel that once it changes, it will change drastically.
At the very least, I can proudly say that I've turned them into brocons.
And while they were still bickering, I grew tired and decided to make my move.
I slipped my hands free from Kaguya and Kagura's grasp and placed them gently around their waists.
My sudden action surprised them.
"M-Master?" they both asked.
Without replying, I gave them a mysterious smile — and then, I suddenly kissed both Kaguya and Kagura on the cheek, leaving them completely stunned.
"M-Master, you…"
Both girls stared at me in shock. It was the first time I had responded to their flirting. And then, both of them blushed deeply from the kiss.
As I enjoyed their flustered faces, I noticed Karina in front of me pouting, and I felt a wave of jealousy coming from behind.
When I turned around, I saw Lilia pouting as well.
With a wry smile, I released the two girls from my embrace — and without giving the others time to react, I kissed Karina and Lilia on the cheek too.
Now, four beautiful girls surrounded me, all of them blushing furiously.
Just as I was about to take things further, a maid suddenly burst into the room.
"Master! The eldest and the youngest lady, they—!"
Before she could finish her sentence, I was already running toward my sisters' room.
When I entered, I saw both of them writhing in pain on their beds.
"Mother, what's happening!?"
I immediately asked, my voice sharp. Several healers were already there, tending to them.
"...It's not serious. Your sisters are awakening their bloodlines." (Shopia)
But when Mother said that, her expression wasn't one of happiness — it was one of fear and helplessness.
Both of them… at the same time? How is that even possible?
I already knew my sisters possessed hidden bloodlines, but they were never supposed to awaken them simultaneously.
Unlike Lilia, whose bloodline required a rare method to awaken, my elder sister's bloodline demanded special conditions — she had to enter the Chaos World and survive its trial.
This was because my elder sister possessed the War Commander Bloodline — a special power that instills fear on the battlefield, and also grants her a unique sword technique.
But the Chaos World is no easy trial.
The Chaos World is a fragment of a world created by ancient gods.
It's scattered throughout Megicula, believed to be the remnants of many gods who died here.
When a god dies, they leave behind a Chaos World that sometimes merges with this reality.
This phenomenon traces back to the Great War 10,000 years ago, a conflict involving countless deities.
The Helios Kingdom even has a Chaos World that it keeps privately contained, usually accessible only to royal family members and their closest relatives.
In the game, Mother nearly sacrificed herself to save my sister, because my elder sister was unable to move while enduring the Chaos World trial.
I approached my elder sister's bed. She had changed a lot in the past two years.
Her once sweet face was slowly transforming into something elegant and beautiful.
I could see she was in immense pain — eyes tightly shut, body twisting and trembling on the bed.
Then I turned to my younger sister.
She too had grown over the years. The chubby cheeks that once made her look even cuter were now slightly gone.
Her blonde hair spread out over the bed, and she looked like a sleeping fairy.
From my memory, my younger sister awakened a special bloodline connected to the fairy race, granting her incredible elemental control.
In the game, the protagonist had to help her survive the Chaos World to awaken this bloodline — that was how he earned Invidia and Rena's love.
But Rena was supposed to awaken hers at 15 years old.
Did my actions… cause this change?
I couldn't help but think this was my fault. But it didn't matter — I had to do something.
But why… why do I suddenly feel so sad…?
Then I looked at my two sisters lying in bed, both suffering, and memories began flooding into me.
Memories of my blonde-haired elder sister, who acted tough on the outside but was soft and gentle inside — her arrogant face and childish expressions replayed vividly in my mind.
Suddenly, an image of a little blonde girl entered my thoughts — a girl who always clung to me, who only ever sought warmth in her life.
All those moments flowed through me.
I laughed — laughed loudly in my heart.
Of course… how could I be so stupid?
While I had been receiving their affection, they had also received mine.
Without even realizing it, I had accepted this family.
They had carved a place in my heart. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath.
Suddenly, someone held my hand. I opened my eyes and saw my mother — she still wore her gentle smile.
"Don't worry, little Zeref. Your mother is here. Nothing will happen to them." (Shopia)
But I could see her eyes trembling, her fear barely hidden from me.
I stepped closer and hugged her tightly. Right now, this warmth was all I could offer — but I still conveyed my feelings through it.
She hugged me back even tighter, perhaps seeking support.
When we finally released each other, I looked back at my sisters lying unconscious — and slowly, a strong resolve began to flow through me.
No matter what happens, I will protect you both — no matter the cost.
The moment I made that vow, my blood began to boil, as if something deep inside me was awakening.
[DING!]
[In this moment of hardship, you chose to embrace your true self and act upon your sense of justice.]
[The dormant bloodline within you is responding to your resolve. It urges you to move forward and fulfill your will.]
[Special Mission Activated]
Bloodline: Hidden Hero
Difficulty: SSS
Description: Heroes are not born — they are made. Your decision to step forward and save your family has resonated with your bloodline. Follow your will to the end: aid and protect your sisters as they awaken their bloodlines.
Reward: Awakening of your hidden bloodline.