Chapter Extra Episode-Triple Date 3

Meanwhile, on the Ferris wheel, Momoko was trying to comfort the young sisters in her carriage. The younger girl clung tightly to her older sister, both still shaken by the earlier explosion.

Momoko gently stroked their heads, trying to calm them down. "It's okay, you're going to be fine. We'll all get out of here safely."

As she leaned forward to reassure them, a strange ticking noise caught her attention. She frowned, looking around to locate the sound. It was becoming clearer, coming from under her seat. Slowly, she crouched down and reached beneath the seat. Her fingers brushed against something hard.

"What's this?" Momoko carefully pulled out the object, and her heart sank when she realized what it was—a bomb! The timer was ticking down with only five minutes left!

Her heartbeat quickened, her breathing became shallow. Despite her past experiences as Powerpuff Girls Z, this bomb filled her with deep unease.

She quickly grabbed her phone, knowing she needed to contact Yuzuhiko immediately.

But calling might not be the best option in this critical moment. Instead, she opened Instagram, took a photo of the bomb, and sent a brief message: "Yuzuhiko, I found this under my seat on the Ferris wheel…"

The moment the photo was sent, her heart continued to race. She then dialed Yuzuhiko's number, waiting anxiously for him to pick up.

Time seemed to stand still, with the ticking countdown the only thing echoing in her mind.

My phone suddenly buzzed, and I saw that it was Momoko calling. I quickly picked it up, hearing the panic in her voice. "Yuzuhiko, I found this under the seat in my Ferris wheel carriage..." Her tone was filled with urgency and anxiety. Shortly after, an image popped up on my iPhone—a photo she had just sent me.

The moment I saw the picture, my heart skipped a beat. That rectangular object was clearly a timed bomb! And the timer showed only five minutes left!

"Damn it…!" I growled under my breath, my mind spinning. Her carriage was currently at the very top of the Ferris wheel. If that bomb went off at that height… I couldn't bear to think about it. My heart was pounding in my chest.

"Momoko, stay calm. We're going to handle this! We won't let anything happen to you!" I forced myself to stay composed, trying to reassure her. But inside, it felt like a fire was raging. Time was running out.

Meanwhile, Kagami and Miyako were searching the unconscious bomber. Kagami was rifling through the man's pockets, his expression focused and cautious. "There's no way this guy only set up one bomb... there must be other clues."

At that moment, Kagami's hand touched a piece of paper. He quickly pulled it out, frowning as he examined it closely. "This is...?"

Miyako leaned in, her eyes widening as she looked at the diagram. Though she's naturally a bit naive, her training as a future fashion design major helped her recognize the importance of the paper. "These markings... are these the bomb locations and a blueprint?"

"Exactly!" Kagami pointed to the marked spots. "Every bomb's location is indicated here, and this one—this is the main bomb. It looks like this bomb is connected to the others in a chain."

"The main bomb?" Miyako tilted her head, momentarily confused. But then she quickly understood, her eyes flashing with tension. "Wait, so... if we defuse this one, the others won't go off?"

Kagami nodded. "Yes, but if we fail, all of the bombs will explode."

Kagami handed the blueprint to the police for verification, and they confirmed that the bomb in Momoko's carriage was the main one.

"Momoko's carriage… it's at the top of the Ferris wheel. There's no time to get a bomb squad up there!" I gripped my phone tightly, swallowing hard. "Momoko, do you have any tools with you to defuse the bomb?"

Momoko paused for a moment, clearly searching through her bag. After a few seconds, her voice returned, now laced with a mixture of surprise and determination. "I have a sewing kit with me, and there's a small pair of scissors inside!"

Hearing that she had scissors gave me a slight sense of relief, but I knew we couldn't let our guard down. "Alright, listen, we're going to guide you through this step by step. Stay calm—you can do this."

Kagami, usually the goofball, was now unbelievably focused. "Don't worry. We'll walk you through it step by step. Just follow our instructions."

Miyako nodded encouragingly beside him, her voice upbeat and reassuring. "You've got this, Momoko! You're always amazing—we believe in you!"

Shigeru stood nearby, watching us as we directed Momoko. Though he was worried, he knew the most important thing now was keeping Momoko calm. He whispered to me, "Yuzuhiko, she can do this. Momoko's composure will get us through this."

Kaoru, though outwardly tough, was clearly anxious. She clenched her fists, and beads of sweat formed on her forehead. Even though she said nothing, her body language made her worry obvious. She looked at me, gritting her teeth. "Momoko can't get hurt. We have to make sure she completes this safely!"

I gripped my phone tightly, guiding Momoko through the steps to defuse the bomb. Inside, my anxiety roared like thunder. I tried to keep my voice steady, but my heart was racing, terrified that one wrong instruction could lead to disaster.

"Momoko, check the outer casing of the bomb first. There should be a screw holding the cover in place. See if you can use those small scissors to unscrew it."

I heard the sound of metal scraping through the phone, and then Momoko's voice came back. "I see it! I'm unscrewing it now..." Her voice trembled slightly but remained resolute.

"Good. Once you open it, you should see the circuit board. Now, you need to find three wires connected to the main power source—red, blue, and green."

A few seconds later, Momoko replied, "I see them! Red, blue, and green... which one should I cut?"

I took a deep breath, doing my best to stay logical. "First, you need to cut the blue wire. That wire controls the timer. Cutting it will make the countdown pause for a bit, buying us some time."

"Okay, I'm cutting it now..." Her voice was focused, and then I heard a faint "snip" through the phone.

"I've cut it! The timer seems to have slowed a bit, there's still two minutes left!" Momoko exhaled, a slight sense of relief in her voice.

I nodded, feeling the pressure lift slightly. "Good. Now, find the green wire. That one connects to the activation system. Cutting it will shut off the bomb's triggering mechanism."

A few seconds later, she confirmed. "I've cut it!"

I wiped the sweat from my forehead, continuing to guide her. "Alright, now there's only the red wire and the black wire left. One of them connects to the power source, the other to the detonator. You have to be careful."

"There's only one minute left..." Momoko's voice wavered, tension creeping in.

At this moment, a strong sense of helplessness washed over me. We had already completed five steps, but now the most dangerous part was here—the final decision—and time was running out. Only 30 seconds remained...

When I realized the instructions on the blueprint ended at the final two wires, I couldn't help but curse, "What the hell?!"

The most crucial part was missing! My anxiety surged, and the situation had become unbearably tense.

Suddenly, the bomber we had knocked out earlier began to regain consciousness. Shigeru and Kaoru noticed him waking up and rushed over, grabbing him by the collar. Shigeru shouted in frustration, "Tell us! Which wire do we cut, the red or the black?!"

Both of them were ready to strike him, but the bomber sneered arrogantly.

"Heh heh heh... which one, indeed?" His voice was mocking, as if this was all just a game to him. "You've got a fifty-fifty chance... but if you choose wrong, everyone goes boom!"

Kaoru's fists clenched tightly, veins bulging on her forehead. "You bastard!" Her fist was ready to fly at him.

Seeing our reactions only made the bomber grin wider. He turned to me, a wicked glint in his eyes. "I'll give you a hint. The answer lies in your favorite color~"

I was stunned for a moment, my mind flashing back to the scenes of me and Momoko together today. We were both dressed in shades of red—she in her pink dress with her signature large red bow, and I was wearing a deep red tracksuit and cap. And red really is my favorite color. Could it be the red wire? But if I guessed wrong… I couldn't afford to gamble on this.

At that moment, I heard Momoko's anxious voice through the phone, "Yuzuhiko, I heard you... Which one should I cut?" Her voice was filled with pressure, and there were only ten seconds left.

I was torn apart by internal conflict. Which wire should I tell her to cut? Red seemed like the obvious choice, but my gut told me this guy wouldn't make it that simple. "No!" I shouted, overwhelmed by a sudden surge of fear, "Momoko, cut the black wire! The red one is a trap…"

But just as I was about to say those words, my phone battery died, and the signal was cut off. My shout was trapped in my throat, as if choked by the chains of death itself.

"No!" I screamed in desperation, trying to get my voice across, but it was too late. Time was down to the final five seconds, and I could only stare helplessly at my powerless phone, while Momoko still didn't know which wire to cut.

Miyako and Kagami realized the gravity of the situation at the same time. Worry flickered across Miyako's face, her voice trembling with concern. "Momoko… she'll pick the right one, won't she?!"

Kagami furrowed his brow, usually composed but now murmuring under his breath, "This… this is the critical moment. We can only trust her!"

Time seemed to come to a standstill. We all held our breath, hearts pounding like thunder, waiting for the outcome. Which wire would Momoko choose?

The air was thick with tension, an invisible wall pressing down on us, making it hard to breathe.

With one second left on the countdown, Momoko took out the small scissors and decisively cut a wire…

Our hearts leaped into our throats.

When Momoko cut the black wire, we all exhaled in relief. The Ferris wheel resumed its slow rotation, gradually lowering her back to the ground. The crisis was finally over, but my heart was still racing, as if I hadn't fully processed the danger we'd just escaped.

As soon as the Ferris wheel stopped, the rest of us rushed over, eager to check on Momoko. She was crouched down, gently comforting the little sisters who were still crying from the earlier explosion. She softly patted their backs, her voice calm and soothing. "It's okay now, don't be afraid. Everything's over, you both were very brave."

At that moment, the girls' mother ran over, tears streaming down her face as she hugged her children tightly. She turned to Momoko, overflowing with gratitude, "Thank you so much! If it weren't for you, I don't know what would have happened..."

I stood quietly nearby, watching the scene unfold, feeling an indescribable warmth inside. Seeing Momoko's familiar figure, even though she could no longer transform into Hyper Blossom, to me, she was still the courageous and loving heroine she always was. Even in the face of such danger, she chose to protect those around her.

I couldn't help but whisper to myself, "Even if she can't become Hyper Blossom anymore, she's still that heroine, always willing to help others…"

Surprisingly, Momoko heard me. She turned her head, a soft, warm smile on her face, with a hint of shyness but mostly confidence. "Yuzuhiko, what are you saying?" Her eyes were gentle, and it seemed like, after everything we'd just been through, she was even more determined.

At that moment, Shigeru walked over with a light chuckle. "As expected of Momoko. You handled that crisis so calmly."

Kaoru clapped me on the shoulder, her tone laced with both surprise and admiration. "Momoko never lets us down! But next time, be more careful. These close calls aren't something you want to experience every day."

Kagami let out a small sigh of relief, his eyes filled with deep respect and contentment. "She really is strong... no matter what happens, she always stays so calm."

Miyako couldn't hold back either, stepping forward and speaking with sincerity, "Momoko, you were amazing. I knew you'd pull through!"

Hearing everyone's praise, Momoko's cheeks reddened slightly, and she smiled shyly. "Don't flatter me too much! I was just lucky this time… and I knew that Yuzuhiko and all of you were supporting me the whole time."

The five of us exchanged glances and shared a quiet smile. This terrifying experience had made us even more aware of the deep bonds between us. No matter what happened, we would always support one another, just as Momoko had remained that warm and strong Hyper Blossom.

At that moment, Shigeru curiously asked, "Momoko, why did you decide to cut the black wire in the end? The red one seemed like a possible choice too."

Momoko smiled slightly and raised her pinky finger, her tone playful but earnest. "Because I think that red wire represents the 'red string' between me and Yuzuhiko. There's no way I'd cut that."

Her words immediately made my face flush, and my heart began to race. I hadn't expected her to say something like that in front of everyone, and it left me momentarily at a loss for words.

Kaoru gave me a teasing grin, her expression mischievous. "Wow, that's some 'explosive' love story—just like the bomb earlier!"

Shigeru chimed in, fueling the teasing, "Who knew your relationship was this deep? Should we give you two some private space?"

Kagami joined in with a chuckle, "Yuzuhiko, you'd better take good care of that red string. Momoko didn't cut it for your sake."

Miyako, gazing at Momoko's pinky finger, spoke with a gentle seriousness, "Maybe we all have invisible red strings on our pinkies. Me and Kagami, Shigeru and Kaoru, these red strings tie us together, no matter what happens, and they'll never be cut."

Her words made Kaoru pause for a moment, but then she laughed, patting Shigeru on the shoulder with a playful grin. "Did you hear that? We've got a red string too."

Shigeru smiled with a bit of helplessness, but the corners of his mouth turned up in amusement. "Yeah, maybe we really do. After everything we've been through, standing here together feels like destiny."

Kagami gently held Miyako's hand, smiling softly. "If it's destiny's red string, then I'll never let it break. That's our promise."

In that moment, the atmosphere became warm and filled with unspoken understanding. Everyone was touched by the symbolism of destiny and love. My heart raced, not only from the tense bomb situation but from what Momoko had said—it showed how firm she was about our relationship.

As the police took over and began wrapping up the scene, we boys stood aside, finally able to breathe a sigh of relief. Despite the incredible danger of the armed attack, by some miracle, no one had been killed. There were a few minor injuries, but no fatalities—a miracle in itself.

But we knew that the miracle wasn't just due to luck. In fact, the three of us boys had almost single-handedly "quietly" taken down the armed criminals. Though we'd initially only planned to assist the police, by the end, we had essentially become the force that controlled the entire situation.

As we were preparing to leave, a police officer approached, looking both respectful and surprised. He asked, "Do you need to go to the hospital? The situation was so tense earlier that you might not even realize if you're injured. It's better to get checked out."

Before I could respond, the girls had already noticed something was off. They turned around, looking at us with confusion and concern.

"What do you mean? What did you guys do?" Momoko was the first to speak, her voice filled with worry and confusion. She furrowed her brow, clearly puzzled by the mention of "needing to go to the hospital."

Miyako had that innocent yet suspicious look on her face, with a hint of doubt in her eyes. "Why would you need to go to the hospital? Weren't you just assisting the police? Are you hurt?"

Kaoru crossed her arms, glaring directly at Shigeru. "Shigeru, what did you do? I know you. You must have gotten yourself into some dangerous situation again, right?"

The three of us instantly felt awkward. Especially under Kaoru's interrogation, we exchanged glances, trying to come up with a suitable explanation.

Kagami coughed and put on an innocent face. "We really were just... helping the police, nothing particularly dangerous."

I quickly chimed in, "Yeah, we just lent a hand, really not injured or anything... no need to worry."

Shigeru laughed awkwardly, scratching the back of his head. "Yeah, we were just helping out, you know? The police needed some assistance, so we just... handled a few things."

However, the girls clearly weren't buying it. Momoko kept her eyes on me, a look of suspicion on her face. "Really? Every time you three get together, you always end up causing trouble. Are you hiding something again?"

Miyako nodded, her tone soft but her eyes full of doubt. "It feels like you did something really dangerous. Are you sure you don't need to think again and tell us the truth?"

Kaoru wasn't as patient. She slapped Shigeru on the shoulder, her voice carrying a hint of threat. "You'd better come clean, or you know what I'll do to you!"

The three of us glanced at each other, knowing full well we couldn't just brush this off easily. But even so, we didn't dare tell them the truth about how we had taken down the armed criminals ourselves. If they knew, they'd be beyond worried, maybe even furious. For now, we could only keep giving vague answers, hoping to defuse this "interrogation."

After the chaos, the amusement park quickly began evacuating visitors. The park management decided to close the park, so our date had to end earlier than expected.

The three of us seized the opportunity to change the subject and steer the girls away from asking more about what dangerous things we might have done. We all sighed internally, frustrated that our nice day had been so disrupted.

"Sigh, we really wanted to spend a nice day with you, but it ended up like this… I'm sorry." I looked at Momoko, feeling a bit helpless as I apologized.

Shigeru also sighed beside me. "Yeah, this date got completely messed up. What a day."

Kagami chuckled softly, with a bit of self-deprecation. "It seems like whenever we're with you, something big always happens. It's like we're cursed or something... I just don't get it."

Hearing that, Momoko pouted, a little exasperated but still looking at us with warmth in her eyes. "You guys are always like this—every time it's supposed to be a normal date, you somehow manage to turn it into this huge event... But, well, I guess that's what makes life interesting."

Miyako could sense the self-mockery in our words, and she smiled. "No matter what happens, I'm just glad we're all safe. And really, with all these surprises, life's never boring."

Kaoru crossed her arms, a teasing smirk on her face. "You guys are like trouble magnets. Wherever you go, something big happens. But hey, at least this time you were smart enough not to get yourselves hurt. Otherwise, you'd be in real trouble."

I scratched the back of my head with a wry smile. "Well... let's plan another normal date next time. This one didn't really go as planned."

Momoko gave me a playful smile and patted my shoulder. "Don't worry, we'll go out again next time. Let's just count this as a special memory."

Miyako nodded gently, amusement twinkling in her eyes. "Yeah, we'll have plenty of opportunities. Next time will definitely go more smoothly."

Kaoru looked at Shigeru, a hint of mischief in her voice. "Next time, don't you dare cause any trouble, okay? Or else you know I won't let you off the hook."

Despite everything, the girls remained lighthearted and optimistic. Even though we guys kept joking about how big things always seemed to happen on our dates, the girls didn't really mind. As long as we were all together and safe, that was enough to make them happy.

As we all felt a bit down, Momoko was the first to smile and comfort us, saying, "Even though Fuji-Q Highland is closing early today, it's okay! We can head back to Tokyo and grab a nice dinner and some desserts! I don't want to go home on an empty stomach."

Hearing that, I sighed in relief. Although a lot had happened today, at least we still had the chance to enjoy the evening together. Shigeru nodded in agreement, adding, "In that case, we can pick a place for a nice dinner and then head out for dessert."

Miyako also smiled and suggested, "Yeah, we could go ride the Diamond and Flower Ferris Wheel in Edogawa later. That way, today's date won't be a total bust."

Kaoru patted me on the shoulder and teased, "This time, you guys better not cause any more trouble. I really want to enjoy dinner and dessert in peace."

With that lighthearted atmosphere, we quickly decided to head to "The Grand Ginza" in Tokyo's Ginza district, which is known for its delicious dinners and an array of desserts, including Momoko's favorite strawberry sweets, a specialty of the restaurant. As everyone's spirits started to lift, I felt like today's trip was finally ending on a warm note.

As we arrived at the restaurant, the nighttime lights added a romantic touch to Tokyo. Momoko's eyes sparkled with excitement as she gazed at the dessert display. "I've heard their desserts are really famous! I definitely have to try their signature strawberry mille-feuille!"

Seeing her like this, I couldn't help but smile, feeling the tension of the day melt away.

We sat down at the restaurant, and after the thrilling events at Fuji-Q Highland, we finally had a rare chance to quietly enjoy a meal together. As dinner began, the atmosphere gradually relaxed.

Shigeru ordered a steak set, I went with the chef's special roast beef sandwich, and Kagami chose the mushroom risotto. Miyako picked the chef's salad, while Momoko, not only opting for her favorite strawberry mille-feuille, also got a grilled chicken salad to start off with some savory food. "Today was exhausting!" she laughed, "I need a proper meal before diving into the desserts!"

Kaoru chuckled while eating her signature burger, "Momoko, you really have no resistance when it comes to sweets, but after today's excitement, something sweet is definitely a good idea."

"The desserts here are famous!" Momoko said with a wink as she continued eating her salad. "You can't miss the mille-feuille!"

We started chatting about our upcoming university lives. Even though we're all in Tokyo, our schools are spread out. Shigeru and I are at the University of Tokyo, Kagami is at Waseda University

As the conversation deepened, the three of us guys exchanged a knowing look and decided to bring up something that had been on our minds for a while.

After everything that happened today, we felt even more certain—not only did we want to be with the girls, but we also wanted to be closer to them, both in life and to take care of one another.

I cleared my throat and started, "Actually, there's something we've been meaning to discuss with you."

The girls looked at us curiously, waiting for me to continue. Though I felt a bit nervous, I decided to be honest and straightforward. "We've been thinking… even though we're all studying in Tokyo, the distances between our schools make it a bit hard to meet up sometimes.

So, we were hoping that we could live together, somewhere close to our schools. That way, it'd be more convenient, and we could always be there for each other."

Shigeru followed up, "Exactly. This way, we can make sure we see you every day, without missing out on time together because of busy school schedules."

Kagami looked sincerely at Miyako, speaking gently, "It's not just about convenience. We want to be with you every day, through the good times and the tough ones. We hope to always be by your side."

Hearing our proposal, the girls had different reactions. Momoko, with a fork in her mouth, looked surprised but then broke into a smile. "You're… seriously inviting us to live together?"

Miyako blushed immediately, lowering her head and speaking softly, "That's… kind of sudden…"

Kaoru, on the other hand, laughed and gave me a playful pat on the shoulder. "You guys are really in a hurry, huh? This isn't a small thing. But… we won't give you an answer right away!"

Although the girls' responses were playful, we could tell that they weren't completely against the idea.

After thinking for a moment, Momoko flashed a mischievous smile. "This is such an important decision—we can't give you our answer right away. How about we tell you our answer later, when we're on the Ferris wheel?"

Miyako quickly nodded, a hint of anticipation in her eyes. "Yeah, that'll give it a better atmosphere. This is a big deal!"

Kaoru laughed even more, clearly enjoying the idea. "Well, it looks like the Ferris wheel ride is going to be a lot more interesting now! You better look forward to our answer!"

Hearing this, the three of us guys relaxed a little. Even though we didn't have a final answer yet, we could tell that the girls were seriously considering our proposal. The rest of the evening was filled with a sense of anticipation, and perhaps the Ferris wheel would reveal the outcome of our proposal.

After dinner, the three girls suddenly exchanged a knowing glance and stood up, saying to us, "We're just going to the bathroom!" and left the table together.

Watching them walk away, a question popped into my head: "Going to the bathroom together?" It was one of those things about girls that I would never fully understand.

Kagami seemed just as puzzled, looking at me and asking, "Do they really need to go together?" His face was full of confusion, clearly not understanding the necessity of this behavior either.

Shigeru pushed his hair back and smiled wryly, saying, "It's probably some unspoken girls' code. Maybe it's just something we'll never get." His tone was teasing, clearly used to it by now.

"Yeah, probably…" I shrugged and took another sip of water, still a bit curious. Though I didn't know what they'd talk about together, I had a feeling there was something more to their expressions as they left.

While the girls were in the bathroom, we three guys could only exchange glances and continue waiting for their return.

When the girls entered the bathroom together, the atmosphere grew a little tense, and the three of them exchanged silent looks. This wasn't just a regular bathroom trip, but rather an important moment where they needed to discuss how to respond to the boys' invitation to move in together.

Ever since their reunion in high school and the confirmation of their relationships, the boys had always shown them great respect, never making any inappropriate moves.

The girls all understood that over the years, the boys' love had matured beyond the youthful awkwardness of the past, becoming deeper and more sincere. Of course, thinking back to when the boys were first created by Mojo Jojo, those early days were filled with memorable (but not exactly pleasant) moments—like the nose-picking and skirt-flipping antics when they first met. But that was a long time ago.

Kaoru broke the silence, leaning against the sink with a mischievous smile and a curious tone, "What do you guys think? Do you think they really just want to live together with us? They've always been so respectful… you don't think they have other thoughts, do you?" Her face showed a teasing grin, but deep down, there was a hint of genuine curiosity.

Standing in front of the mirror, Momoko checked her makeup carefully and replied with a laugh, "Honestly, ever since we reunited, they really haven't made any moves that crossed the line. If I didn't know how much they respected us, I'd almost be suspicious!" Her smile carried a sense of reassurance, as she silently appreciated the boys' self-control and carefulness.

Miyako stood nearby, looking a bit puzzled, her tone as innocent and gentle as ever, "I don't think they would do that… They've always treated us so well. I think they just want to spend more time with us." She spoke softly, her eyes full of trust, her tone pure and sincere.

Indeed, from their reunion in high school until now, the boys had remained genuine and protective.

Their invitation to live together was likely just a way to spend more time with each other. The girls knew well that these three boys held an irreplaceable place in their hearts. Especially after experiencing the life-and-death ordeal in Yomi, the bond that transcended life and death had already tied their hearts together.

Back then, as Powerpuff Girls Z, the girls had sacrificed themselves to protect Tokyo, only to be killed by a much stronger HIM. The boys, devastated, used the power of the Three Sacred Treasures to blast HIM into the sun, then bravely entered Yomi, challenging Izanami to bring the girls back. The boys didn't hesitate to accept Izanami's cruel conditions, even willing to vanish from existence to save the girls. This love, which transcended life and death, made the girls certain that these three would never let them down.

Today's adventure at the amusement park further proved the boys' willingness to risk everything for them. The boys not only wanted to protect them but also wanted to walk the path ahead together. The girls already had their answer in mind, but the suddenness of the invitation required careful thought.

"To be honest, I think they just want more time to spend with us," Momoko smiled, "Now that we're in university, everyone's going to be busy, and there will be less time to meet. So, I think their proposal is just about finding more time to be together."

Kaoru smirked, her usual confident grin still on her face. "Yeah, you're right. Shigeru probably just wants more time with me, too. I don't think he has any bad intentions." Though her tone was casual, there was something deeper stirring within her.

Miyako blushed slightly, her voice soft. "Same with Kagami… He probably just wants to be closer to me… He's always so protective." She gently cupped her face, lost in thought.

After a brief silence, with a bit of tension in the air, Momoko was the first to break it. Her cheeks were flushed with a hint of nervousness, but there was a determination in her eyes. She whispered to her two friends, "Since that's the case, let's give them our answer… But there's no need to say it right away.

How about we tell them on the Ferris wheel instead?" She twisted her fingers slightly, showing a bit of shyness, but her eyes gleamed with resolve.

Momoko leaned in a little closer, still looking shy but firm in her decision. "Actually, I've already made up my mind… I want to give Yuzuhiko a special answer. But… I'm a little nervous…" Her voice was gentle, but the determination at the end of her words showed the decision she had made inside.

Miyako lowered her head slightly, her cheeks flushed. Her voice was soft as she said, "Me too… Such an important answer, it can't just be a simple 'yes.' Kagami's always been so good to me, I think I should give him a more direct response…" She spoke with shyness, perfectly matching her usual gentle and innocent demeanor.

Kaoru waved her hand with her usual confident smile, "What are you two nervous about? Those three are already head over heels for us, right? I've been ready to make a move for a while now, no need to overthink it!" Though her tone was bold, there was a touch of unspoken tenderness in her eyes.

The three girls exchanged smiles, already knowing their decisions. With the conversation settled, they prepared to return and give the boys their final answer during the Ferris wheel ride.

Edogawa, Tokyo

At 8 PM, the Diamond and Flower Ferris wheel slowly ascended, and I sat alone with Momoko in one of the cabins. The night view of Tokyo unfolded beneath us, but my mind wasn't on the beautiful lights. Earlier at dinner, the three of us guys had proposed moving in together, and to be honest, I felt like it had been a bit too abrupt. Now, sitting here, I was mentally preparing myself for a gentle rejection.

However, as the Ferris wheel reached its peak, Momoko suddenly leaned in and, without any warning, gave me a deep French kiss. In that instant, it felt like the world stopped.

The sensation was a hundred times more intense than any of her past "blowing kisses" attacks. That sweet, overwhelming feeling completely threw me into chaos. Her tongue gently brushed against mine, and the unprecedented contact left me frozen, my thoughts spiraling into confusion.

"This... this is just…" A flood of emotions surged inside me, completely inexpressible. I could only sit there like a fool, my soul practically leaving my body.

Then, she slowly pulled her lips away, smiling as she said, "You'll have to convince my family first, Yuzuhiko~ Also, I'm counting on you from now on!" Her words left me utterly dumbfounded. My face instantly turned red, and before I could say anything, she had already turned her head, her face adorned with a sweet smile. I could only sit there, completely stunned, my mind reeling from the unexpected kiss and her words.

Meanwhile, in another cabin, Kagami was in a similar situation. He and Miyako were admiring the Tokyo night view, and just as he was still feeling uneasy about the proposal, Miyako suddenly leaned in and gave him a French kiss. Miyako, usually a bit innocent and airheaded, who would have expected her to be so bold in this moment? The kiss was filled with tenderness and love, leaving Kagami utterly defenseless.

"This…" Kagami wanted to say something, but the words failed him, and he just stared at Miyako, completely speechless and overwhelmed. This kiss was nothing like her "blowing kisses" from the past; it was an expression of love and commitment.

When she finally pulled away, Miyako softly said, "You'll need to find a way to convince my grandmother…" Her voice was shy and sweet, making Kagami's heart race. In fact, Kagami knew that Grandma Kiyoko, though traditional, wasn't really difficult to deal with.

In the third cabin, Shigeru was having an equally mind-blowing experience. Though Kaoru was usually strong and confident, her French kiss this time was both powerful and loving, completely catching Shigeru off guard and shattering his usual calm. When Kaoru's tongue glided over his lips, Shigeru was rendered unable to think, his heart pounding and his mind going blank.

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This… is even more overwhelming than I imagined," Shigeru mumbled to himself, completely unable to respond and left sitting in stunned silence. Kaoru gently patted his face and laughed, saying, "Don't forget, my family is waiting for you to convince them! From now on, take care of me, okay?"

By the time the Ferris wheel slowly descended, the three of us guys were utterly defeated. These French kisses were far more intense than the "blowing kisses" from years ago, or even the light kisses we shared when we first became couples.

The overwhelming sensation was a hundred times more powerful, leaving us dazed and speechless, filled with happiness and sweetness, but unable to utter a single word.