Damn, I've had so much fun writing this chapter. When writing for this story, time just flies by so quickly. I have never updated something this quick. (and the next update's going to be quick too just saying XD) There's one more chapter left, so stick with me for just a little bit more. I hope you enjoy this chapter!


The work for the plan of the children began as soon as possible. Shintaro, previous 18 year old-no job-DT-hikkiNEET, needed to get ready for crashing a wedding. Although he now had a well-paid job, Shintaro still had no athletic stamina or skills, and he didn't have any knowledge of self defense. And that is why over the next three days, he would train with Haruka in the arts of self defense.

It all took place in Shintaro's back yard. Everyone was practicing so that there would be no failure when the day came. Kido was appearing and disappearing in front of a camera that Seto monitored. Kido would direct her questions to Seto clearly in her thoughts, and Seto would practice his power that way. Every time she reappeared, she would practice some punches and kicks thrown so often at another person. Said person was changing into different people and objects, practicing with his power. Marry went from person to person, helping them with their jobs since her power had been with her for pretty much her whole life, and there was a low risk of it going out of control. Momo acted as practice director, who was able to practice her ability when calling for everyone's attention. Takane was practicing shooting in a shooting booth, and Hibiya continued with practicing his ability, playing rounds of "guess what's in the box" with Momo. Although his power would technically count as cheating in that game. And of course, Haruka and Shintaro were training.

"Come on, Shintaro-kun, you don't have to be that afraid." said Haruka, laughing awkwardly, looking at the shaking Shintaro.

"Do you know how strong you are as Konoha?! I could pass out with one punch from you!" Shintaro sputtered. Takane rolled her eyes from the shooting booth near.

"Oh, man up, Shintaro. You're not going to die!" she said, firing her gun (with fake bullets) at the target for practice. It hit bull's eye, and Takane smirked with satisfaction.

"How do you know that?!" screeched Shintaro.

"You're talking to people who have all died once, Shintaro." said Kido coolly. Shintaro paused, realizing that that was true. He sighed, then faced Haruka, who smiled.

"Okay, we're going to start from a simple fight to see where you are. I'm going to go on the offense, and you're going to try to block my punches and kicks and try to put me into a defense position." said Haruka. "I won't use my ability. Try your very best, Shintaro-kun."

He ran straight to Shintaro, who gulped. Haruka's fist shot out, and it was hit against air; Shintaro dodged it slightly and it barely missed. He made a fist and threw it towards Haruka's stomach. Haruka, however, grabbed his wrist in such a way that twisted it around. Shintaro cried out in pain, and Haruka pulled his hand down to the ground on his right. Shintaro fell onto the ground, his wrist still in pain. Haruka quickly let go, seeing he was in no position to fight anymore. Shintaro took a few seconds to gasp for breath and clutch at his wrist, which was in immense pain.

"Are you sure you didn't use your ability?!" he shouted between breaths. Haruka laughed sheepishly.

"I must have gotten stronger even without my ability... Sorry, Shintaro-kun... Are you alright?" he asked, extending a hand and pulling Shintaro up. Shintaro sighed.

"I'm so weak, I can't possibly get better." he said.

"You shouldn't say that, Shintaro-kun." Shintaro looked up, hearing that Haruka's voice was unusually serious. "I thought so as well at first, but I got stronger. Well, I didn't practice or anything, so I got to the goal with great consequences, haha..." Shintaro noticed that Haruka had glanced at the shooting booth for a second, and that Takane's shot had missed the center.

"So, what's next?" asked Shintaro, getting up and brushing himself off. Haruka led him over to the punching bag that they had set up.

"Just some strength training." he said. Shintaro made a fist and was about to punch the bag, when Haruka quickly stopped him.

"That's not the proper way of making a fist, Shintaro-kun. You shouldn't put your thumb inside your other fingers, because that way, you'll most likely hurt you thumb when you punch. You've got to leave it outside of your fingers, beside it, like this, see?" Haruka showed him a fist, and Shintaro nodded. He punched the bag, hard, but it didn't budge.

"You just have to practice, that's it. With enough practice within these two days, I think you'll be alright." said Haruka, smiling. Shintaro nodded, and went back to punching.

"What else do we have to have done?" he shouted.

"We've got to get you a suit, of course." said a female voice that Shintaro did not recognize. He looked up, and if he was drinking coke, he would have spat it out. It was Kano, but it wasn't Kano at the same time.

"What the fuck?!" shouted Shintaro, pointing a finger at him. Or rather, her. Kano twisted his- no, her- long blonde hair around her fingers.

"What do you mean, Shintaro-kun?" she asked, a sly smile across her face.

"You know what I mean very clearly! Why are you! A! Girl!" Shintaro sputtered.

"Oh, you mean this?" she asked, as if she had just realized. "I'm practicing my power, of course!"

"Just turn back for a sec, will you?" shouted Shintaro. Kano - it would be better calling this version of Kano "Kanoko", wouldn't it? - sighed.

"All right, all right." she said, then "Kanoko" was back to "Kano".

"Like I said, you need a suit, obviously." said Kano.

"I'll go!" said Momo, standing up. "I know a tailor and I'm sure he'll be able to get it done." She paused for a second, remembering something. "But he doesn't have time right now, and it's better to have Onii-chan at the tailor shop as well." Kano nodded.

"Then we'll put that in line waiting. And Shintaro... How are you going to convince Ayano to come with you?" he asked. All eyes turned to Shintaro. His fists tightened.

"I don't know why she suddenly cut me out of her life, but everything must have a reason. I'm going to ask her. I want to hear an answer straight from her mouth. I want her to come back. I'll tell her what I feel. And I'll... Propose to her." His words caused great commotion in the the group. Everyone stopped what they were doing immediately. Most of them wore surprised expressions on their faces, their eyes wide. Marry was covering her mouth with both hands.

"You're... Serious?" asked Kano. Shintaro faced him, the seriousness showing in his eyes.

"Of course." He replied. Kano stared at him for a few seconds, then his mouth was set into a smile.

"I guess I was wrong about you being a heartbreaker and a jerk. For that, I apologize." said Kano. "Proposing to Aya-nee, huh...?"

"I need a ring, then." said Shintaro. "How far is the closest Tiffany?" Everyone looked surprised.

"Uhm... About twenty minutes away! I have the route marked down here!" said a voice from Shintaro's phone, and it was obviously Ene.

"When did you turn into that form?" asked Kido, who had jumped at the sudden voice from the phone.

"A few seconds ago! And Master, why Tiffany? I'm sure there are different jewelry brands that are cheaper but still quite impressive!" asked Ene.

"Ayano mentioned that she liked it." was the simple answer from Shintaro.

"Hey, hey, Shintaro! Look at this!" said Ayano excitedly, shoving a flyer into her boyfriend's face. Shintaro took the flyer from her and looked at it. It was a flyer from Tiffany&Co., the well-famous jewelry brand.

"Isn't this the best?!" she said. "Especially this one! Let's see... The Tiffany Setting Engagement Ring! It's so beautiful, don't you think?" Shintaro looked at the ring Ayano had pointed to. It was quite something.

"Yeah, it's nice." he replied. "What, do you want it?" Ayano blushed a mad red.

"T-That's not what I meant! It's so expensive! Way too expensive!" she said frantically. "I can't possibly ask for something like that! It would be very nice, but way too expensive!"

"I also know the exact type she liked, which is the one I'm buying. Ene, search up the price for The Tiffany Setting Engagement Ring. " After a moment's pause, Ene spoke again.

"It's 2.5 carats and it's 6,400,000 yen." she replied. Everyone took in a sharp breath at the price. Hibiya shuddered at the huge number.

"Rich people." he muttered. Shintaro thought for a moment.

"That should be okay." said Shintaro. Momo spun to look at her brother.

"When did you become so rich, Onii-chan?!" she exclaimed. "You're still a college student!"

"I've worked part-time jobs, and added with my savings I should be okay if I live off of instant noodles for the weeks after. Well, it's not like I've eaten much these days anyways so I've coped with worse situations. Also, a lot of people owe me money for favors I've done for them. If that's still not enough, I'll borrow some from people." said Shintaro.

"Wow," said Seto. "That's impressive..." Momo wiped away some tears dramatically.

"You've grown up, Onii-chan..." she said.

"When did you become Mom?" asked Shintaro, speechless. Momo put a hand on his shoulder.

"It's alright! If you don't have enough money, I'll lend you some. God, I'm so touched!" she said.

"Finally acting like a man." said Ene, who had reverted back to Takane. Shintaro didn't feel offended. Instead, he set his mouth into a smile.

"Now, this is the only beginning...!"


I really hope you liked that just as much as I did, because I sure did. Please review, favorite, follow etc, and I hope to see you at the finale!

~Chinnie Ai