As the sun set in the west, the sky was painted with blood-red clouds, and the earth was bathed in a crimson hue.
If it were a normal day at the car market, this would be the peak time for crowds, as people returned home from work to rest.
However, the entire street was now eerily silent, with only the tireless, aimless dead wandering the world.
In front of a small building on the street, a scene different from the rest appeared.
A large group of dead bodies stood in front of the building—yes, they were standing, not wandering aimlessly or running after prey like other dead bodies.
It wasn't that they didn't want to move; they couldn't. Each one was encased in a thick layer of ice, like living monster statues!
Without thought or intelligence, another dead body wandered into the area. If it had even a hint of biological emotion, seeing so many of its kind turned into statues would surely evoke fear.
But it didn't, so it felt no fear and continued to wander forward.
Ssshh…
As if crossing a warning line, when the dead body approached the small building, a sound of air being torn suddenly rang out, followed by a dazzling white light streaking through the air and striking the dead body's forehead.
It stopped moving, just like its companions, and became another ice-encased statue…
"Tch! The last one? These monsters are really endless!"
On the balcony, a beautiful woman with purple hair stood up, took off her sunglasses, and spoke with a hint of annoyance.
The purple-haired woman was Minami Rika, who had been ordered by Sora to stay at home. In front of Minami Rika lay a sniper rifle formed from ice crystals. Through Sora's mental communication, she had also learned about the energy beads. Over the past two days, she had managed to gather quite a few on her own and was now able to use some abilities.
With a leap, she jumped off the balcony. Looking at the large number of monsters frozen in ice before her, even Minami Rika, who was accustomed to various bloody scenes, couldn't help but frown, feeling a wave of disgust.
Taking advantage of the fact that no other corpses were wandering nearby, she didn't want to waste any time. She took a deep breath to calm herself and then kicked one of the "statues."
Crash…
A sound like shattering glass echoed as the frozen corpse turned into countless pieces. Finding what she wanted among the fragments, Minami Rika repeated the same action.
In no time, all the corpses had turned into piles of icy debris.
"I wonder how that bastard is doing…"
Glancing in the direction of the inner city, Minami Rika muttered softly. After checking that no other corpses were wandering nearby, she leaped back onto the balcony.
The house was temporarily safe, so Minami Rika didn't stay on the balcony. After spending several hours shooting those monsters, she was quite tired.
Taking out her change of clothes, Minami Rika habitually walked into the bathroom.
"Giggle, everyone, this is Shizuka and Rika's home. Isn't it pretty?"
"Ah, I'm exhausted, all sweaty. I need a bath."
"We'll go clean up the nearby corpses. You guys rest first."
…
"Hmm? Someone…"
Opening her sleepy eyes, Minami Rika realized she had fallen asleep in the bathtub. Hearing the voices outside, she quickly became more alert.
"Shizuka, is that you back?"
Although that silly girl was a bit careless and had caused her to be taken advantage of by that shameless bastard, they were still sisters who had been together for many years. After the disaster broke out, they had lost contact, and Minami Rika was somewhat worried.
With a hint of joy, Minami Rika quickly dried herself, wrapped a towel around her, and rushed out.
The people inside the house were startled by Minami Rika suddenly running out of the bathroom. They all froze, stopping what they were doing. Shizuka was the first to snap out of it, running over with a look of delight and hugging her.
"Wah… Rika, I missed you so much! I'm so glad you're okay!"
Although a bit careless, Shizuka genuinely cared for her close friend. She hugged Minami Rika and shook her excitedly.
"Stop shaking me, you silly girl! You're going to make me dizzy!"
Breaking free from Shizuka's grasp with a look of exasperation, Minami Rika was still touched by her concern. She thought to herself that she hadn't spoiled this silly girl for nothing.
"Yo! Little Rika, did you clean up so nicely just for me?"
Suddenly, a hand patted Minami Rika on the shoulder from behind, startling her.
"Bastard! Are you trying to scare me to death? As if I'd wait for you!!!"
"Wah…"
Just by the voice, Minami Rika knew who it was. Furious, she turned around and started scolding, but before she could get a few words out, she tragically found her mouth blocked by the bastard in front of her.
Completely ignoring the giggles of the other women around them, Sora kissed Minami Rika until she was almost out of breath before letting her go.
"Ha… Ha… You bastard, you're always like this!"
Her face flushed with red, Minami Rika felt the urge to bite this man who was always so domineering with her.
"Hehe… Little girl, remember, you lost everything to me. I can do whatever I want!"
"Good girl, it's been so long since we met, and you haven't called me yet."
Holding Minami Rika's chin, Sora said with a wicked smile. It had been a few days since he last teased this feisty girl, and he had missed her dearly. So, as soon as they met, he couldn't help himself.
"Mas…ter!"
Gritting her teeth, Minami Rika spoke resentfully. If she could, she naturally wouldn't use such an embarrassing title. But after being bullied by Sora so many times, she knew that if she didn't call him that, he would find another reason to bully her. So, poor Minami Rika had no choice but to reluctantly give in.
"Hehe, that's more like it! Now, they are all your sisters. You must get along well with them from now on!"
Although it had been a few days since he last disciplined this feisty girl, seeing that his influence still remained, Sora was quite pleased. He introduced the other women to Minami Rika.
Although Minami Rika usually seemed a bit wild, she understood social etiquette. She knew that while she could act a bit spoiled in front of Sora, it was better to be more careful in front of these sisters. She greeted them all warmly, getting to know them.
"You all do whatever you want. I'm going to spend some quality time with little Rika!"
Minami Rika had just come out of the bathroom, only wrapped in a towel. Smelling her faint, pleasant body fragrance and feeling her soft, smooth skin, Sora couldn't hold back any longer. After saying this to the other women, he carried Minami Rika towards the room.
The other women naturally knew what Sora was going to do. They exchanged knowing smiles, some went to take a bath, others watched TV, each going about their own business.
"Bastard! What do you think you're doing?"
Pinned on the bed, Minami Rika struggled continuously, her face flushed with embarrassment, and she spoke angrily.
"Hehe, I'm going to do you!"
With a wicked laugh, Sora quickly took off his clothes and pulled off Minami Rika's towel.
"Don't, there are so many sisters outside."
A hint of panic flashed in her eyes, and Minami Rika finally felt a bit scared, showing a pitiful expression.
"Hmph, little Rika, you know this trick won't work on me! You said it yourself, they are your sisters, so go ahead and scream later. It's fine if they hear."
Sora wouldn't let go at this moment. It had been several days since he last tasted this woman, and he missed her dearly.
"Hey, by the way, little Rika, how's that little girl I asked you to keep an eye on?"
Just as he was about to get started, Sora suddenly remembered something and stopped to ask.
"She hasn't appeared yet. You bastard, you wouldn't even let a little girl go, would you?"
Seeing Sora stop, Minami Rika breathed a sigh of relief. But as soon as the topic of the little girl came up, she couldn't help but show a look of disdain.
"Silly girl, what's with that look? I just want to save her. Believe it or not!"
His mouth twitched. Although he, Sora, was shameless and lustful, he really wouldn't do something as heinous as harming a little girl. At most, he might engage in some loli raising. How could this woman think so poorly of him!
"Pfft, as if I'd believe you!"
"Don't believe me? Fine, I'll make you believe right now!"
"What are you doing? Ah… Hmm… You jerk…"
…
Since the loli hasn't appeared yet, Sora didn't bother thinking too much about it and just got straight to the point. It didn't take long before the room was filled with the uncontrollable moans of Minami Rika…