Kaito never expected Baal's Shogi skills to be this formidable.
But thinking carefully, as an archon, she could live for a very long time. How could she possibly lose to a mortal who had only lived for a few decades?
Added to that, her high position meant her thinking and problem-solving abilities were outstanding, so her strategic skills naturally wouldn't be poor either.
In that case...
Baal might possess world-class skill!
This made Kaito break out in a cold sweat for a moment, and he had to persuade Baal with great difficulty to stop playing Shogi.
Perhaps it had been years since she had been this excited, which was why she got so engrossed, continuously battling opponents and gaining a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction from winning.
"Master... I'm very sorry, I accidentally got too absorbed."
"...It's okay. Just be more careful next time."
Baal bowed her head in apology, and Kaito naturally couldn't blame her.
After dinner, he took out his phone again and entered the chat group.
It was now 10 PM, the time when everyone was most active.
Of course, more were waiting for the midnight check-in. Once they had enough points, they would inevitably be tempted to do a Gacha draw.
Kaito naturally started chatting with them, while also gaining some understanding of each person's storyline.
For example, Tearju and Sephie, who were from the same world — Lala, Momo, and Nana's mother, and the mother of Yami-chan (Or Eve).
Right now, Lala and the others were still at a young, playful age, and Tearju was tasked with creating a humanoid weapon, eventually creating Eve based on her own genes.
Currently, Tearju was troubled by how to be a good mother, especially improving her cooking skills. She had already progressed from frequently blowing up the kitchen to making charcoal-like dishes.
Congratulations, there was still progress.
Irisviel was staying in the Einzbern Castle, with two years remaining until the start of the Holy Grail War.
As for Misuzu, her daughter, Misaka Mikoto, was said to be living in Academy City, currently 13 years old.
She herself lived elsewhere, enjoying a lavish, carefree life with her money.
Because she had drawn 100 million yen in cash...
Shodai lived with her daughter in a well-appointed residence. As for why their surname was Izumi, she didn't say.
In short, the mother was a hikikomori, and the daughter was also a hikikomori.
They still needed to make money to live, so Shodai cooperated with Misuzu.
She had Misuzu send popular light novels from her world, then published them in Shodai's world.
Adding her own 'fair and beautiful' illustrations, she made a huge profit and had become the hottest author in Japan.
'Wow, you could make money like this?'
'So I could do this too?'
As for Mika, he couldn't get any details, only knowing that her daughter, Tamaki Ako, was addicted to online games, and that was it.
[Misuzu]: Kaito, you mentioned before that you're currently single, right?
[Kaito]: Yes, why do you ask?
'Could it be that she really wants me as her son-in-law?'
As they chatted, Misuzu's sudden question confused Kaito.
[Misuzu]: Hehehe, actually, I quite like you. Besides, I think we'll have a chance to meet offline in the future, so...
[Misuzu]: How about you marry my daughter?
[Kaito]: ???
[Shodai]: Woah! That's so like you, Misuzu!!
[Akina]: Oh dear...
[Mika]: Oh my, Misuzu is making a move on our group's only man so quickly?
[Irisviel]: If I remember correctly, Mr. Kaito is 23, right? Misuzu, your daughter is only 13, isn't she?
[Misuzu]: Hehe, what does age matter? Can't you draw lifespan from the Gacha? You can even give it to family members! Besides, it's only a 10-year difference. No problem at all!
Misuzu answered very boldly, as if she had no issue with age at all.
Ever since she saw Kaito's handsome avatar photo, she had actually been interested in him.
Unfortunately, being a mother herself, and considering how her daughter might feel about a stepfather, she decided it was better for her daughter.
As long as he became family, she could still enjoy looking at Kaito.
[Akina]: Hehe, you're all so bold online, each wilder than the last. I'd like to see what you do when you actually meet offline.
[Misuzu]: Hey, hey, hey, I'm bold offline too, you know! Besides, Kaito is really great, and he's our group member. There are countless opportunities. I'm just investing early, understand?
[Shodai]: Got it, got it. Actually, you're just interested, right?
[Misuzu]: ???
[Tearju]: Ahem, this topic really isn't suitable for me. Eve needs to sleep, I have to go tell her a story. Goodbye!
[Sephie]: Hehe, if that's the case, @Kaito, how about you become my son-in-law too?
[Kaito]: Wait, everyone, why is this getting more and more outrageous!
Kaito — in danger!
Regarding Misuzu's situation, Kaito really couldn't figure out.
After all, the plot was the plot, but now that she had joined the chat group, her life trajectory and thinking would definitely change.
Plus, people online often let down their guard or show a different personality, so he couldn't fully trust Misuzu's words.
'But what if she was telling the truth?'
'Marrying Misaka Mikoto...'
[The electricity crackling at your fingertips is my unwavering faith in this life. Only my Railgun shall last for eternity!]
"Hiss..."
Come to think of it, Kaito used to really like Misaka Mikoto.
Besides, she was one of the Moe Kings!