Caleb's face darkened, and he quickly excused himself from Muneie Miyajima. Constantly dealing with the threat of the 'thugs', he had almost forgotten that the 'Unfortunate Hero' archetype also meant the cuckolds would target the women around him. Originally, Caleb wasn't in a hurry; even if Sakura Miyajima had been hypnotized, there was no emotional attachment between them, and a quick session of sex would settle the score after dealing with the cuckold. Now that the Takamine sisters might be under threat, he couldn't afford to take this lightly.
Rushing to Private Aiho Academy, Caleb called Akane Takamine. Akane, who was just about to have lunch with her friends, was excited to receive his call. It was the first time Caleb had proactively called her during school hours.
"Caleb~ What's wrong~ Already missing your sister after only half a day?"
Caleb wasn't in the mood to joke around. Unsure if anyone was nearby, he didn't correct her term of address. "Akane, I'm at your school gate right now. Come out and get me. I need to get into your school for something." After speaking succinctly, Caleb hung up.
Looking at the academy before him, he tried hard to recall the Hypnosis X Education series. Unlike the European architectural style of Kuoh Academy, Aiho Academy was a typical Japanese school. Unfortunately, the adult film provided no description of the academy. Especially in this type of hypnosis series, the purpose was simply utility—as long as the female characters were sexy enough, nothing else mattered.
By the time Akane Takamine arrived, skipping excitedly to greet him, Caleb hadn't recalled any useful information beyond the name of the fat guy with glasses and the names of the heroines. As for why he remembered the cuckold's name... There is a saying: Everyone hates the 'thug cuckold', but everyone wants to be the 'thug cuckold'. When using adult films for arousal, Caleb always identified with the cuckold's perspective. What? Some people don't? No way, no way. Does anyone truly adopt the 'Unfortunate Hero' perspective?
Now, Caleb had fulfilled half of that dream. Because of his transmigration, he had indeed awakened a Dual Cultivation ability far superior to that of the 'thugs'. However, due to the nature of his destiny, he would be subjected to the hostility of 'thugs' and 'cuckolds' and could not coexist peacefully with them. Honestly, even without the 'Unfortunate Hero' archetype, Caleb would not have stooped to their level. If he was going to be a 'thug', he would be a Pure Love Thug.
Caleb ignored Akane Takamine's suggestion to head to the infirmary for a quick session, and meticulously inspected Aiho Academy, especially the indoor gymnasium, which was the beginning of everything. There were no valuable clues. He found no signs of the supernatural anywhere. Afterward, accompanied by Akane Takamine, Caleb toured the various grades and classrooms. Kuoh Academy's uniform was completely different from Aiho Academy's, and with a campus goddess like Akane Takamine by his side, they caused quite a stir. Since it was lunchtime, many students curiously asked Akane Takamine about Caleb's identity. They only calmed down somewhat after learning Caleb was Akane Takamine's younger brother. However, many female students persistently pestered Akane Takamine, asking if she minded having an additional younger sister. Many of these girls already had boyfriends... Akane Takamine fiercely glared at her surroundings with a protective expression, and the girls slowly and reluctantly dispersed.
After touring the teaching buildings, Caleb also checked the club building and the sports field. He did not see the obese man with glasses who used hypnosis to control the entire school, but this did not make him feel relieved. This was because Caleb saw all the heroines he remembered, even those who only appeared for a few seconds. For example, Nagisa Fujima from the Track and Field Club and Misaki Shinohara from the Girls' Basketball Club. Caleb had been very disappointed back then that he didn't get to see more content involving Misaki Shinohara. Her pale skin, peach-colored long ponytail, long legs, and slender waist all hit his sweet spot. All of this indicated that Caleb had not come to the wrong place. Furthermore, there were many more familiar faces here than at Kuoh Academy.
There are thousands of high schools in Tokyo, and just these two have so many 'acquaintances'... Caleb sucked in a breath of cold air and began to plan when he could find time to visit other schools. Not just high schools, but middle schools and universities as well. There might be unexpected surprises. Of course, there would also be danger.
Caleb toured the entire school, but it was impossible to check every nook and cranny. He hadn't seen the Hypnosis Glasses Guy yet, but that didn't mean he wasn't at Aiho Academy. He might have taken the day off, or he might be hiding in some obscure corner doing something lewd. Sigh, there's still a lot of room for improvement. If only I had a detection-type talent or skill...
He sighed, pushing aside unrealistic thoughts, and turned to look at Akane Takamine. "Akane, is there anyone in your school named Hajime Tanaka?"
"I haven't heard of him." Akane Takamine shook her head. With so many people at school, it was impossible for her to know everyone. Though, almost everyone knew her. The two flower-like Takamine sisters were quite famous, even among the many beautiful girls at Aiho Academy.
"The name sounds like a boy's. Caleb, why are you looking for him?"
Looking at Akane Takamine's innocent, wide eyes, Caleb decided not to tell her the truth for now. One reason was that he didn't know how to explain it. Additionally, telling her wouldn't accomplish anything and might tip off the enemy. If Hajime Tanaka's hypnosis ability was a bug, similar to some kind of Rule Ability, then Caleb's current mental strength might not be able to resist it. If he tipped his hand and the opponent preempted him, he would truly fail spectacularly. This possibility was small, but it couldn't be entirely ruled out.
"It's nothing. Just pretend you never heard of it."
"Oh~ Fine, don't tell me~"
Looking at Akane Takamine's mischievous eyes, Caleb knew exactly what she was thinking. He said seriously, "Forget about this matter. If you go around asking, you'll be punished."
"Hehe, what kind of punishment~" Akane Takamine blinked her beautiful eyes and said bashfully, "If it's in bed, I totally don't mind, you know."
"I'm not joking with you!" Caleb scolded in a low voice. "Don't force me to take you home right now and lock you in a dark room."
Akane Takamine looked confused. "Is there a dark room at home?"
"Not yet. If you talk back again, there will be one immediately." Sensing Caleb's displeasure, Akane Takamine dropped her playful attitude. "Alright, I know, but I can secretly keep an eye out, right? I'll let you know if I hear anything."
"That would be best. If not, just pretend you don't know about it. In short, not leaking the information is the most important thing."
"Okay, okay~ I know I was wrong. Don't be mad, Master~" Akane Takamine hugged Caleb's arm and started to cling to him. Seeing no one around, she even boldly kissed Caleb on the mouth. However, her attempt to insert her tongue was thwarted.
"Alright, go back to class."
Caleb hadn't forgotten his original goal. Since he was already here, he definitely needed to see Sakura Miyajima. Furthermore, from the few words Muneie Miyajima spoke, he realized that Sakura Miyajima seemed to have been paying attention to him. This surprised Caleb greatly. The two had only met once at the Kendo Club and didn't seem to have much interaction otherwise. Could it be that the juicy rumors and gossip about me and Tsubaki Shinra's group made Sakura Miyajima interested?
Earlier during his tour, Caleb had briefly seen Sakura Miyajima from a distance. She was practicing at the Kendo Club then. Lunch break was about to end. He didn't know if Sakura Miyajima would still be there now. Caleb quickened his pace toward the Kendo Club. Walking alone, he was inevitably approached by girls several times. By the time a seventh contact was added to his phone book, he finally arrived at the Kendo Club.
Caleb walked into the Kendo Club. Sakura Miyajima had just finished her practice and was surrounded by girls, explaining something. The boys were kneeling off to the side, their eyes filled with admiration and love. One fair-skinned boy with brown hair was flushed, practically wearing his affection on his sleeve. Speaking of which, the heroines in the Hypnosis X Education series all seemed to have boyfriends... The main appeal was the face-to-face cuckolding.
Caleb glanced at the nervous, bowed-head boy with brown hair. He felt a sense of familiarity but wasn't entirely sure. No one pays attention to what the unfortunate heroes look like when they're using adult films for arousal, and he was no exception. If it weren't for the fact that the unfortunate heroes in this particular series, after being hypnotized, often masturbated while watching their girlfriends being taken, sometimes helping to film or restrain their girlfriends, thereby making numerous on-screen appearances, Caleb wouldn't have remembered them at all.