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Mio Naganohara felt a wave of relief wash over her.

I don't want to admit defeat!

No matter who the opponent is, even if it's Yuko!

Taking the paintbrush, Mio Naganohara suppressed the emotions welling up inside her.

A blush spread across her fair face, and her eyes were filled with both joy and seriousness.

"Yes! I will definitely create the best work!"

"Ding! Congratulations, host, you have gained the favor of Naganohara Mio. Favorability value +2, current favorability value 79!"

"Oh! Mio-chan! Let me see what delicious food you brought!"

"Hey, Yuko! Don't take my strawberry! I was saving it to eat!"

"Aww, it's delicious!"

"Ah!!! My strawberries!!!"

Seeing Aioi Yuko and Naganohara Mio, who were full of energy again, Jiang Yuan was also very happy.

'Looks like I made the right choice with the exam consolation gifts. Next up is Mai-sama...'

Looking at the Great God in hemp robes who had just turned the book upside down, stood up and left, and the Maitreya Buddha on the table.

Jiang Yuan thought for a moment, then got up, secretly placed something on the table of the Great God of Clothes, and retreated.

'I hope Asagao doesn't think I'm a pervert, considering how much attention he pays to me.'

A while later, Mizukami Mai, who had returned, paused slightly when she saw the small jar of items that had appeared next to the Maitreya Buddha.

After pausing for less than three seconds, Mizukami Mai turned to look in the direction of the river.

With her adorable eyes half-open and her fair face expressionless, it was impossible to guess what she was thinking.

'They found out so quickly.'

"Please accept these gifts as a token of our appreciation."

For some reason, Jiang Yuan didn't speak, but instead mouthed the words.

I'm suddenly curious about Mai-sensei's reaction.

Looking at the small glass jar on the table, labeled in Chinese as "for the maintenance of wooden sculptures."

Let's take a look at the Maitreya Buddha Bodhisattva, which already seems somewhat dim.

Mai Mizukami's eyes flickered slightly behind her glasses.

Is Mai-sama smiling?

'With my senses being so much stronger than ordinary people, how could I not tell if Mai-sama was smiling... As expected of Mai-sama.'

Thinking this, Jiang Yuan saw Mizukami Mai put the glass jar into her bag and put it away.

Then...

Watching Mai-sama silently mouth her words.

Jiang Yuan subconsciously made one-to-one correspondences.

"Ma... clothing..."

"Um……"

"Ok?"

"Ok!"

As if he had guessed something, Jiang Yuan's spirits suddenly lifted!

So, to confirm his idea, Jiang Yuan tried again.

'Mai?'

So...

Seeing the way the Great God Mai nodded, Jiang Yuan couldn't help but feel happy, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up slightly.

'Mai has approved of me.'

It's no wonder Jiang Yuan is so happy, and it's not that Jiang Yuan is a member of the CCP or anything.

The kind and lovely girl I like allows me to address her in such an intimate way.

Anyone would be happy, especially these wonderful girls from the world of anime, and Mai-sama!

Furthermore, Mai-sensei must consider me a friend, otherwise why would she allow me to use such an intimate term as "Mai"?

Jiang Yuan was overjoyed, her heart filled with happiness.

"Hmm? Why is Jiang Yuan so happy? Could she have secretly hidden some delicious food?"

"Hey, good things should be shared, Jiang Yuan-chan~"

"Give me back my strawberries first!!"

"Hey, Mio-chan is so stingy."

"Aaaaa!! Yuko, you bastard..."

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At night, starlight and moonlight mingled, carrying a cool breeze that drifted into a Japanese-style courtyard where soft lighting emanated from the windows.

"Go to sleep."

I paused for a few seconds next to an extra glass jar that was next to the Maitreya Buddha statue.

With a calm expression, Mizukami Mai closed the book in her hand, preparing to take off her glasses to rest.

Can…………

My eyes glanced over unintentionally.

In the April breeze, a boy and a girl silently recite poems.

Looking at the cover of the book, I saw a silent boy and girl exchanging smiles and promising to meet again.

Mai Mizukami paused, her eyes flickering slightly.

"Go to sleep."

As if speaking to himself, he repeated the sentence again.

Turn off the lights, take off your glasses, and wrap yourself in the soft blankets.

Mai Mizukami's calm face seemed to soften, becoming much gentler.

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"Can't sleep..."

It seems like Mizukami Mai is having trouble sleeping today.

"Ding! Congratulations, host, you have gained favor with Mizukami Mai. Favorability value +5, current favorability value 70!"

"Um……"

"Ok?"

"Ok!"

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P. S.: New author, new book, please give me some flowers and votes!

Gray-man As the sun sets, the evening glow casts a veil of afterglow over the harmonious and warm streets.

Inside a standard Japanese-style rental room.

Jiang Yuan's expression was extremely serious at this moment.

After taking a bath, changing clothes, closing my eyes, calming my mind, and bowing to all the gods of the Dragon Kingdom that I knew, I finished my prayers.

Jiang Yuan suddenly opened his eyes.

"It's now!"

"Advanced lottery, start!"

system:"……"

"Ding! Advanced lottery draw initiated..."

"Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained the Three-Tomoe Sharingan (modified)!"

"what?!"

Jiang Yuan was momentarily stunned. What had he heard? The three-tomoe Sharingan? He wasn't sure; he'd have to wait and see.

'Hmm, the three-tomoe Sharingan (revised).'

"Okay, there's an extra (change), so it really is the Sharingan?"

Name: Sharingan

"Level: Three-Tomoe"

"Introduction: Originating from the world of Will of Fire, this is the bloodline limit of the Uchiha clan. After being modified by the system, it allows them to see things that ordinary people cannot see. It can be used with physical strength and can absorb other powers to evolve on its own."

Comment: Young man, with this you'll be an Uchiha too!

After confirming it several times, Jiang Yuan was certain that this was the Sharingan!

'Can we use physical strength to release and absorb energy to evolve? Looks like I don't need to sacrifice relatives anymore. Come to think of it, I don't have any relatives left now...'

Thinking this, Jiang Yuan felt excited but also had mixed feelings.

There's a constant feeling that my peaceful daily life is slipping away from me.

Jiang Yuan scratched his head, wondering why he felt like he was going bald lately.

Am I finally about to embark on the arduous path to becoming a "stronger"?

I felt a slight sense of感慨 (gǎnkǎi, mixed feelings).

Jiang Yuan didn't hesitate for long and gave the order in his mind.

"System, collect the reward."

As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Yuan felt a cool sensation in his eyes.

After being "baptized," the already powerful senses are amplified to a higher level.

The visual perception is extremely clear, as if a 4K high-speed camera is built in.

Even on a table several feet away from me, I could see incredibly fine cracks.

The world around us seemed to slow down dozens of times.

Jiang Yuan was astonished.

'No wonder Hiruzen Sarutobi wanted to wipe out the Uchiha clan. He's already this strong with only the three-tomoe Sharingan; what would he be like with the Mangekyou Sharingan?'

'Not to mention the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan and the Rinnegan, which is even further up.'

I felt a deep sense of relief that the Uchiha clan's demise was not unjust.

Before Jiang Yuan could fully appreciate the wonders of the Sharingan, he felt a slight fatigue creeping into his body.

In less than ten seconds after activating the three-tomoe Sharingan, he had already lost almost a tenth of his stamina!

Upon careful consideration, Jiang Yuan arrived at an answer that surprised even himself.