Chapter Extra Episode VS Powerpunk Girls 4

At the Same Time, "Shangri-La Hotel Tokyo"

In the luxurious suite on the 37th floor of the Shangri-La Tokyo, I sat, dumbfounded, at a table overflowing with food. The various dishes—seafood, steak, desserts—looked and smelled amazing, making my mouth water. But as my eyes drifted across to Tsubaki, sitting across the table, a wave of discomfort washed over me.

What she was wearing barely qualified as "clothes"—just a few pieces of fabric strategically covering her body. Her curves and provocative gaze made my face flush and my heart race, my eyes uncertain where to land. She leaned toward me, her gaze shimmering with a seduction that made me feel trapped.

"Come on, Yuzuhiko~" she purred, holding a spoon filled with creamy soup, inching it closer to my lips. "Open up, ah~"

I stared blankly at the spoon, feeling almost spellbound, swallowing reflexively. Her playful yet gentle eyes seemed to freeze me in place. Managing an awkward smile, I opened my mouth, letting her feed me the spoonful of soup.

The rich, warm flavor filled my mouth, but my heart pounded wildly with unease.

"Hehe, good boy, Yuzuhiko~" she giggled, a satisfied smile on her lips. She leaned closer, her fingers grazing my chin, sending an electric shiver down my spine.

Her behavior was far too intimate. I instinctively scooted my chair back, but she only leaned in closer, draping her arm around my shoulders, her breath warm against my ear as she whispered, "Doesn't it feel wonderful? Hmm~ Yuzuhiko, are you really so eager for me to get along with your 'girlfriend'?" Her eyes sparkled with mischief, her lips curving upward as if she knew every thought running through my mind.

Conflicted, I started to wonder if I was being naïve. Could they really want to get along with Momoko and the others? With her provocative gaze and her tone full of hidden intentions, Tsubaki didn't seem sincere at all.

From the corner of my eye, I could see Kagami and Shigeru, each surrounded by Reina and Akane, both dressed as revealingly as Tsubaki.

Reina sat on Kagami's lap, holding a piece of strawberry cake as she purred, "Come on, Kagami, open wide, ah~"

Kagami's face turned scarlet as he opened his mouth, letting her feed him the cake, his expression a mixture of bewilderment and embarrassment. Reina smirked, wiping the cream from the corner of his mouth before teasingly licking her own finger, her gaze full of wicked charm.

"Kagami, you're so adorable~" she said, her voice soft and coy, as she leaned into him, leaving him with nowhere to escape.

Over with Shigeru, things were even more intense. Akane sat directly on his lap, holding a piece of steak that she teasingly dangled near his mouth, laughing playfully, "Open up, Shigeru, ah~" Her gaze held a mischievous glint as she leaned close, blowing softly near his ear. Shigeru's face was bright red, his eyes darting away, but he opened his mouth obediently, letting her feed him the steak.

A growing sense of unease gnawed at me, making me feel more and more out of place. Just then, Tsubaki leaned even closer, reaching out to stroke my face as she whispered softly, "Yuzuhiko, are you really this innocent? Do you really think that having dinner with me will make your 'girlfriend' any less worried? Or… is it that you secretly wish she hadn't come?"

Hearing her words, a sense of panic crept over me. This level of intimacy, this seductive tone—it was all so confusing and overwhelming.

"N-no… that's not…," I stammered, not even sure how to respond.

"Yuzuhiko, did you know? We come from another Tokyo, from another world, one with HIM and ancient Japanese mythology," Tsubaki whispered in my ear, her voice so soft that it made my heart race even faster.

"Another world?" I muttered, frowning with confusion. Before I could ask further, she continued, "HIM over there is powerful, but we've seen the strength you possess… it's irresistible."

Her words stunned me, leaving me clueless about her true intentions.

Kagami, on the other hand, was in a similar situation. Reina sat on his lap, her body almost pressed fully against his, feeding him bits of strawberry cake with a soft, teasing voice. "In our world, we're already among the strongest… but imagine the ultimate warrior that could be born if we combined our genes with yours," she murmured, her cheeks turning slightly pink as her eyes glinted with a hint of desire.

"Combine… genes? Like in a lab?" Kagami blushed, his voice barely a whisper, his expression puzzled.

Reina leaned close to his ear, her voice dropping to a hushed, intimate tone. "Not some cold lab experiment… but something much more… personal." She licked her lips, her gaze both challenging and tempting.

Meanwhile, Shigeru found himself in a similar predicament. Akane was practically on top of him, cupping his face as she whispered, lips almost brushing his ear, "Shigeru, imagine how invincible we'd be if we truly… merged." Her words were laden with innuendo, her cheeks flushed, giving her an almost shy look.

Shigeru froze, his face turning bright red as he stammered, "W-wait… are you saying…"

Akane giggled, moving even closer as she whispered seductively, "Tonight's our last night here… come morning, we have to return… did you think I was joking when I said I wanted to have your child?" Her voice was almost enough to make his heart explode.

My face went crimson as I listened, my mind clouded with questions and doubts. "Are… you really going back?" I managed to ask.

Tsubaki chuckled, cupping my face as she stared at me with intense, serious eyes. "Yes, Yuzuhiko, but why don't you come with us? In our world, you can do whatever you want, with me by your side, fulfilling your every desire…" Her voice was laced with promise, her gaze full of anticipation, making it hard for me to resist.

In that moment, an image of Momoko's face—her smile, her kindness, her tears—flashed through my mind, and a pang of guilt and unease gripped my heart.

Trapped in this scenario, we each grappled with a mix of temptation and confusion. We hadn't been entirely swayed by their sweet words, but we were unsure how to escape. Deep down, I silently prayed—Momoko, Miyako, Kaoru… please, save us.

Still dazed, I was caught off guard as Tsubaki leaned in and kissed me. Her lips were soft and sweet, a strange, fragrant liquid slipping into my mouth. My face turned red as my heart raced, stunned by the sudden intimacy.

"What… was that?" I mumbled, feeling an inexplicable heat surge through me, clouding my thoughts.

Tsubaki laughed softly, her eyes glinting with mischief. "It's a love potion~"

My heartbeat pounded louder, the taste of that sweet liquid lingering on my lips, my face burning as she looked at me with a gaze that held a new level of allure. Smiling, she leaned closer to my ear, her voice a soft murmur.

"Yuzuhiko… kiss me."

My mind went blank, her words filling me with a dizzying urge. Tsubaki's scent surrounded me, her gaze, her tone, and even the familiarity of her face resembling Momoko's made it impossible to resist.

In that moment, my self-control was stretched to its limit. Tsubaki's gentleness and teasing overwhelmed me, my breath quickening, unable to think straight. Her eyes sparkled with amusement, seeming to taunt my restraint, as though she had no intention of stopping.

"Please, Tsubaki… don't…" I pleaded weakly, trying to hold onto what little resolve I had left.

She paused, a smirk playing on her lips as her hand drifted lower. "Oh, Yuzuhiko, you're really making this harder than it has to be. With your body reacting like this… how much self-control do you think you have?"

Her words sent a shiver through me, my face burning even hotter. But clinging to that last shred of reason, I managed to stammer, "Tsubaki… aren't we just… friends? This… isn't right…"

Tsubaki's smile deepened, her gaze wicked as her fingers continued their teasing path. "Friends, you say? Then why is your body responding so eagerly… hmm? You're not very convincing, Yuzuhiko."

At the Same Time, Kagami's situation was equally precarious. Reina's lips curled into a mischievous smile as her finger lightly traced his jawline, both a tease and a caress.

Her voice was low and sultry, thick with allure, her gaze soft as if it could draw him into its depths. "Kagami, hold me…" she whispered.

Kagami's face flushed, his mind in complete turmoil. He was captivated by the sound of her voice, his heartbeat quickening as Reina leaned closer.

Her gaze carried a potent suggestion he couldn't seem to break away from.

Reina smiled, wickedly pleased, as she watched him falter at her proximity, his awkward fluster making her want to continue.

She couldn't resist gently stroking his face, her eyes glimmering with something almost hypnotic.

"Reina, please… stop…" Kagami's voice trembled, almost pleading, as he struggled to escape the discomfort of the situation.

Reina just laughed softly, her tone laced with a hint of playfulness. "How could I stop at a moment like this? Seeing you like this… I just can't resist wanting more~"

Meanwhile, Akane leaned in even closer, her gaze filled with a fiery temptation, her lips curling in a teasing smile. Her hand gently traced his neck as she spoke softly, her tone warm and enticing. "Shigeru, lick it for me~"

Shigeru's face turned as red as a ripe apple, his whole body frozen with embarrassment. Akane's breath brushed his skin, carrying a sweet scent, her soft yet seductive voice pulling him into a state he couldn't escape. His composure shattered, his heart pounding, unsure of how to react.

Akane tilted her head, her eyes glinting provocatively. Shigeru clenched his jaw, whispering with a desperate tone, "Akane, we're friends, aren't we? We really shouldn't…"

Akane blinked innocently, then gave him a cunning smile. "Stop now? Do you really want that? Your reaction here says you're begging me not to stop~"

In the midst of this sensual atmosphere, the three of us were defenseless, each caught in a daze of heat and confusion.

Their gazes, voices, and even the familiar scents surrounding them were an intangible web of seduction, eroding any semblance of control we'd normally have.

"Ten Minutes Earlier"

When the girls discovered that the boys were at the Shangri-La Hotel, their anxiety was instantly ignited into fury.

They wasted no time, calling an Uber and urging the driver to go as fast as possible. Yet, as they neared the hotel, an unsettling dread began to creep into their hearts.

The car sped along, but the girls' minds were already racing, conjuring scenes far worse than reality.

They couldn't help but imagine heartbreaking scenarios—visions of the boys succumbing to the Powerpunk Girls ' "gentle embrace," looking entranced and content.

They even pictured the boys lying on a bed, entangled with the Powerpunk Girls , wearing familiar, devoted smiles, seemingly lost in the seductive pull of this moment, forgetting the lovers who had stood by them all this time.

Even worse, it was as if they could hear the malicious laughter of the Powerpunk Girls , taunting them, proudly declaring victory. Those sneering voices echoed painfully in their minds: "You've been replaced. Your lovers have chosen us."

Momoko bit her lip, clenching her fists so tightly that her nails dug into her palms. She tried to calm herself, but her eyes were already glistening with tears, her heart heavy with worry. In her mind, she couldn't shake the image of Yuzuhiko lying with Tsubaki, who turned back with a smug smile and sneered, "See? You can't satisfy him, can you?" The scene tore at her heart with a stinging bitterness.

Miyako, though appearing composed, was in turmoil. She bit her lip, silently praying that Kagami wouldn't be swayed, but jealousy and fear churned within her. She pictured Reina, smirking as she nestled close to Kagami's shoulder, gently caressing his cheek, while sneering at her, "You're too naïve, Miyako. Kagami needs someone who truly understands him—not a girl who only pretends to be demure."

Meanwhile, Kaoru's face was shadowed with anger, her fists clenched as she tried to suppress her inner rage, bitterly imagining Shigeru and Akane wrapped in each other's arms, with Akane wearing a triumphant smirk as she taunted, "You really think he loves you? Ha! Shigeru is already lost in my embrace. Your pride won't keep him loyal for long."

Deep inside, Kaoru was already fuming; if she saw that scene, there was no way she would let those Powerpunk Girls off easily.

As the Uber sped along, their minds were filled with these painful images, making them angrier and more hurt with each passing second.

They wanted to believe these scenes were not real, but the fear gnawed at them. In that moment, they were both terrified and unyielding.

Finally, the Uber screeched to a halt outside the Shangri-La Hotel. The three girls practically leapt out of the car, striding purposefully toward the lobby.

Only one thought filled their minds: they had to get the boys away from those treacherous girls, no matter what!

In that instant, just as we were teetering on the brink of losing all sense of reason, the door to the room was suddenly flung open with a loud bang. Familiar voices echoed through the room: "Yuzuhiko!"

Their voices pulled me out of the haze, filling me with a renewed sense of determination. If I couldn't escape this strange situation on my own, at least I still had my brothers!

I forced myself to turn, meeting Kagami and Shigeru's eyes. With just one glance, we understood each other. This was the only way to break free.

Kagami reacted first, delivering a swift karate chop to the back of my neck with enough force to make my vision go dark. Even as I struggled to stay conscious, I clenched my teeth and managed to punch Shigeru in the stomach, sending him to the ground.

Shigeru then used his last ounce of strength to deliver a precise chop to Kagami's neck. One by one, we collapsed, and as consciousness faded, our last hope was that the girls would believe us.

I strained to stay alert, mumbling, "Momoko… I'm sorry… we… we never wanted to betray you. I swear, I would rather die than do anything to hurt you…"

Kagami, just before he fell, struggled to speak to Miyako, "Miyako… I'm so… so sorry… I'll protect you forever… I swear…"

Using his last bit of strength, Shigeru softly murmured to Kaoru, "Kaoru… sorry… this wasn't what I wanted… I'll… never leave you…"

With these final words, we each collapsed, unable to hold on any longer.

With the boys unconscious, the Powerpunk Girls , rather than showing restraint, became even more brazen, standing before the girls with mocking, provocative expressions. Tsubaki, Reina, and Akane smirked unapologetically, making no effort to cover themselves, eyes darting back and forth between the three girls and the boys lying on the floor.

The girls stared at us in shock before turning their gaze toward the Powerpunk Girls , the flames of anger blazing in their eyes.

Momoko fixed Tsubaki with a cold glare, her voice sharp with fury. "What did you do to Yuzuhiko? You're forcing yourself on someone and still have the nerve to stand here?!"

Tsubaki shrugged indifferently, smiling provocatively. "I didn't force him to do anything; he fell for it all by himself. Honestly, if you could actually keep him interested, things wouldn't have come to this, would they?"

Momoko's face paled, then flushed with anger. She retorted fiercely, "The bond Yuzuhiko and I share is something you could never understand! You shameless woman, stay away from him!"

Miyako, standing beside her, glared at Reina, her voice trembling with barely-contained rage. "I saw everything you did to Kagami. Do you really think you can just steal someone's lover?"

Reina chuckled darkly, meeting Miyako's gaze with a smirk. "And you think your 'innocence' is enough to satisfy him? He's so restrained all the time; I'm just helping him 'relax' a bit."

Miyako scoffed, firing back, "Kagami is the one I chose, and the connection we have is something you could never understand. You think you can win with these cheap tricks? You know nothing about love."

Akane, meanwhile, folded her arms, watching Kaoru's expression with amusement, completely undeterred. She sneered and said, "Why so angry? I was just helping Shigeru relax. Honestly, he's been more restricted by you than anything else."

Kaoru clenched her fists, her gaze as sharp as a blade. "Shigeru is mine, and you—stay away from him, you bitch!"

Akane shrugged nonchalantly. "If I were his lover, I wouldn't make him feel confined for a second. He'd be free in ways you can't imagine."

Kaoru's glare only intensified. "That's called loyalty and love, something you'll never understand. Shigeru chose me; that's something you can't take away."

"Oh, we just kissed them," Tsubaki chimed in, licking her lips with a mischievous glint in her eyes. "And they didn't resist at all! Honestly, you three just came in too soon—talk about a buzzkill." She raised an eyebrow at Momoko, her tone laced with mockery. "If you'd come in a little later, maybe you'd have gotten to see an even spicier 'live show.' We wouldn't mind you cheering us on, you know~"

Momoko's face went pale, then flushed with anger as she clenched her fists, glaring with a mixture of rage and humiliation. "You… you're shameless! They couldn't resist because they didn't know you'd use such underhanded tricks. You tricked them into this!"

Tsubaki's smile only widened as she stepped closer, her eyes challenging. "Shameless? It's called taking advantage of an opportunity. Or are you just mad because you can't give Yuzuhiko what he really wants?"

Momoko grit her teeth, her eyes flashing with determination. "Yuzuhiko chose me! You'll never take him from me, you heartless woman!"

Tsubaki shrugged and laughed, unbothered. "Why so upset? What proof do you have that he really only wants you?"

Miyako, unable to hold back any longer, spoke sharply. "What you call 'no resistance' is because you didn't even give them a chance! Kagami is devoted to me—something a manipulative opportunist like you will never understand!"

Reina raised an eyebrow, sneering. "Devoted? Do you think love is something you can secure with a little innocence and 'purity'? Kagami's so restrained. Doesn't he deserve a little freedom?"

Miyako glared, unflinching. "You don't understand anything about true love and trust! Kagami and I have something that you'll never know."

Reina scoffed, eyes glinting with malice. "Is that so? Just remember, if you don't learn how to be more 'fun,' your devoted little Kagami might not be yours for long."

Miyako's body trembled with rage. "You conniving thief, he's never going to be yours!"

Meanwhile, Akane leaned close to Shigeru and smirked at Kaoru, her tone mocking. "You girls showed up way too early. Why not stay and see just how 'loyal' they really are?" She smiled coldly. "Someone like Shigeru deserves better than a rigid woman holding him back."

Kaoru's face grew darker, anger blazing in her eyes as she glared back. "You bitch, get away from him! Shigeru chose me, and that's something you'll never understand!"

Akane scoffed with a smirk. "Chose you? Please. You're just holding him back. If I were his lover, he'd feel no restraint at all."

Kaoru shot back coldly, "That's called loyalty and love, something you'll never understand. Shigeru chose me; that's something you can't break."

The Powerpunk Girls ' taunts and provocations did nothing to shake Momoko, Miyako, and Kaoru's resolve. Instead, it only made them more determined to stand by the boys, protect them, and defend their love.

Tension crackled in the air as the girls faced off, sparks flying with every glare and insult exchanged. Far from deterring them, the Powerpunk Girls ' words only strengthened their commitment to their love, ready to defend it against any force that tried to tear them apart.

As the tense standoff continued, smoke suddenly billowed in through the crack of the door, accompanied by flashes like flames and waves of scorching heat. Momoko was the first to react, exclaiming, "There's a fire!"

She rushed to open the door, but the hallway was already engulfed in flames. In a panic, she quickly shut the door again, but the smoke had already started seeping into the room, rapidly spreading and making it hard to breathe.

"What should we do? We're on the 37th floor; there's no way out!" Miyako covered her nose, her voice tense and filled with fear.

Kaoru frowned, glancing at the window but soon shook her head in dismay. "These windows are double-paned reinforced glass. We don't have the strength to break them—it's not just regular glass…"

Even the Powerpunk Girls showed signs of panic in that moment, though they quickly steeled themselves. Holding their breath, they used every ounce of strength to remain calm.

Tsubaki gritted her teeth and tried punching the window, but it didn't even budge. She turned to Reina and Akane, frowning. "If this keeps up, we'll pass out from the smoke! Even if we're stronger than most people, we can't survive this!"

Reina panted, covering her nose, her eyes filled with urgency. "Damn it, we can't escape even if we manage to open the window! The fire came on way too fast…"

Akane turned to look at the already unconscious boys, her normally calm expression tinged with a hint of anxiety. "Even if we wanted to save them, we're helpless… How the hell did a fire break out?"

The smoke thickened, and the oxygen in the room dwindled, choking everyone and gradually causing them to lose consciousness. Even with their incredible stamina and endurance, the Powerpunk Girls couldn't resist for long, feeling the oppressive pressure of suffocation mounting. Eventually, their vision began to blur as well…

In that desperate high-rise room, six girls and three boys were trapped, surrounded by smoke and relentless heat, with no escape and slowly slipping into the dark.

Just as we three boys began regaining consciousness, the air around us was thick with smoke, and the crackling of flames filled our ears.

I saw the girls still unconscious on the ground, with the entire room surrounded by smoke and waves of heat, a situation that was extremely dangerous.

Kagami quickly picked up the only thing available—a fruit knife from the table—and approached the reinforced glass window. Taking a deep breath, he gathered all his strength, swinging the knife down with the precision of a samurai. With a grating, screeching sound, he managed to make a small cut in the glass!

The Powerpunk Girls were all stunned, Reina especially, her eyes widening in disbelief. "This guy… he actually scratched the reinforced glass with a fruit knife?! That's impossible!"

Kagami, however, frowned, looking frustrated. "Damn… it's too shallow, not enough force…"

Shigeru and I exchanged glances, reading each other's thoughts instantly. We quickly positioned ourselves at the crack, one raising a fist and the other a leg, and simultaneously struck the exact spot Kagami had targeted with all our might! With a deafening crash, the reinforced glass shattered under our combined impact, cracks spreading out like a web, and the entire pane crumbled, letting fresh air rush into the room.

At that moment, the Powerpunk Girls were all frozen in shock, their expressions dumbfounded.

Tsubaki stared at me, her lips trembling and eyes full of disbelief. "These… these three actually broke through reinforced glass with a fruit knife and then smashed the entire wall?! What kind of strength… do they have?" Her eyes held an undeniable awe, unable to hide her amazement at our power.

Reina's gaze was locked on Kagami, admiration and even a hint of worship shining in her eyes. "Using a fruit knife… to cut through reinforced glass… this man really is… a monster among monsters…" Her expression was one of undeniable wonder, deeply impressed by Kagami's skill and strength.

Akane, too, was wide-eyed, unable to conceal her shock, her mouth slightly agape. "Their strength… it's impossible for normal humans to do this! Smashing reinforced glass with a single punch or kick—what kind of beings are they…" Her astonishment mixed with a hint of deep respect, as if she felt a kind of reverence for our power.

The three Powerpunk Girls stood by the shattered glass, completely speechless, clearly not only shocked by our strength but seemingly in awe, as if they had gained a new understanding of our capabilities.

Through the broken window, I looked outside at the full 37-story height to the ground—not something to be taken lightly. The Powerpunk Girls peeked out and paled slightly. Reina even swallowed nervously. This height was not something anyone could handle lightly; even with their remarkable stamina, a fall from this distance with no protection would be fatal.

Meanwhile, the smoke thickened, and the acrid smell of burning made it nearly impossible to breathe. I glanced over at the Powerpunk Girls , noticing their scant clothing and realizing we three boys were blushing because of it.

Without a second thought, I yanked down the curtains and tossed them to Tsubaki. Kagami and Shigeru quickly dashed to the bathroom, grabbing towels to drape over Reina and Akane.

Then we each lifted one of the girls who'd passed out from the smoke, cradling them in our arms. I looked down at the unconscious Momoko, my mind set—no matter what, I had to get her out of there safely. Crouching slightly, I called to the Powerpunk Girls , "Get up! We're leaving!"

The Powerpunk Girls were stunned, staring at us in shock and disbelief. Tsubaki frowned and couldn't help but ask, "You're taking us too? Are you crazy? This is nearly 200 meters high!"

"Stop talking!" I shouted back, my tone firm and urgent. "Do I need a reason to save you? Hurry! We're running out of time!"

Reina and Akane glanced at each other, still stunned, but with a newfound respect and an unmistakable admiration in their eyes. They had never imagined we would save them under such circumstances, without hesitation.

Kagami and Shigeru urged them on as well, "Hurry! Don't waste any more time!"

The Powerpunk Girls wore complex expressions, but ultimately said nothing more, silently climbing onto our backs and clinging to our shoulders, their usual defiant and self-assured attitudes replaced by respect and astonishment.

"Hold tight!" I reminded them in a low voice, then took a deep breath, and with my brothers, we all prepared for this extremely risky escape.

Each of us held one girl while carrying another on our backs. We approached the shattered window, with nearly 200 meters of open air outside, and the crackling flames echoing from the floors below.

I glanced at Momoko, still unconscious and pale-faced in my arms. I turned to Tsubaki, shouting sternly, "Let go, and I'll kill you! Got it?!"

Although Tsubaki was pale, she clung to me desperately, fighting back her fear. "Got it! I… I won't let go!"

Seeing she was secure, I ran forward with my brothers, picking up speed, charging toward the window.

Kagami shouted to Reina as well, "Reina, hold on tight! Don't let go!"

Clearly unprepared for this, Reina clung to Kagami, screaming, "I'm holding on! Don't you dare mess up!"

Shigeru flashed a wicked grin at Akane, saying calmly, "Hold on tight, Akane. This isn't a joke at this height."

Akane's face was ashen, but she clung to Shigeru tightly, gritting her teeth and murmuring, "Hmph, don't underestimate me… I can handle this!"

In that heart-pounding moment, we three leapt simultaneously from the window, feet leaving the ground, hurtling forward and plummeting into open air with two girls each.

"Aaaaaah!" Tsubaki screamed on my back, her voice filled with raw terror.

"Shut up! You're really loud!" I yelled back, unable to keep from shouting as well.

The wind roared past our ears, and I felt Tsubaki's arms gripping me tightly. I held Momoko close, ensuring she was safe in my arms, determined to protect her from any harm.

This was a leap of faith, and in that moment, the only thought in our minds was that we couldn't, under any circumstances, let go of the girls in our arms or on our backs!

As we leaped out the window, we quickly adjusted our posture, directing our feet toward the building's outer wall, gradually creating footholds for support. With each step and shift of our bodies, we descended swiftly and gracefully, skimming down the wall like stunt performers.

"Oh my god! Are these guys filming a movie?!" I heard shouts of amazement from the crowd below, some even pulling out their phones to record. Their stunned faces made me secretly proud—this was no special effect, no film trick—just our raw, real power!

One step, two steps... Using the wall's surface, we slowed ourselves down, finally landing safely on the ground to the astonished looks of the crowd. Holding Momoko in my arms and carrying Tsubaki on my back, I landed steadily. Shigeru and Kagami, each carrying two girls, stood firm and unscathed, grounded like solid rock, with all nine of us landing without a scratch.

"Quick, don't let the cops catch us!" Shigeru whispered. We turned swiftly, darting toward the nearest alley to avoid the stares of the crowd.

After reaching the alley, we stopped briefly. The first rays of morning light broke over us, illuminating the scene. In my arms, Momoko stirred slightly, slowly opening her eyes.

At the same time, Miyako, cradled by Kagami, and Kaoru, held by Shigeru, began to wake.

Leaning down, I looked at Momoko, my voice soft with concern. "Momoko, are you okay? Do you feel unwell? Do you need to see a doctor?"

Momoko's dazed eyes focused on me, and despite her fatigue, she gave a gentle smile. "Yuzuhiko, I'm okay… just a little dizzy. I don't need a hospital, really…" She lightly held my hand, reassuring me.

Nearby, Miyako looked up at Kagami after waking, confirming he was safe, and then spoke coolly, "Kagami, you… scared me half to death! Don't ever do something that reckless again."

Kagami grinned, scratching his head sheepishly. "Don't worry, Miyako. I'm confident I won't let any harm come to you. You don't need to be concerned."

Kaoru, still squinting slightly, gazed at Shigeru with a hint of annoyance. "Shigeru, do you even realize what you just did? Jumping from that height…"

Shigeru only chuckled softly, his tone warm. "You don't have to worry. My life is yours; I won't give it up so easily."

The Powerpunk Girls watched our interactions in silence, their expressions complicated and somewhat conflicted. The defiance and dismissiveness they'd shown before were gone, replaced by an indescribable melancholy. Finally, they understood that the bond between us and the girls was something beyond their reach.

Reina turned to look at Kagami and Miyako, observing their shared understanding, her eyes tinged with gentle regret and contemplation. "So… this is what you truly feel…"

Tsubaki sighed quietly, murmuring, "No matter what we do, they already have a place they belong."

Akane glanced at Shigeru and Kaoru, lowering her head with a bitter smile and muttering, "Their bond… no matter what we do, it's unbreakable."

Seeing their reactions, we three brothers began to understand their feelings, but at the same time, we knew our hearts had already found their true place and wouldn't be swayed by anyone else.

As dawn's light gradually spread, the Powerpunk Girls began to glow with a soft light. The sudden change startled us, and we couldn't help but ask, "What's happening?!"

Momoko, Miyako, and Kaoru looked at the light, as if they already understood. With a gentle sigh, they smiled at us and said, "It looks like they're about to leave… it's time to say goodbye."

I felt a slight sense of relief. Over the past few days, the Powerpunk Girls had indeed brought plenty of trouble for all six of us, particularly riling up Momoko, Miyako, and Kaoru to the point of anger and even tears.

But as we watched them begin to fade, I felt a strange pang of bittersweetness. They'd certainly caused a lot of headaches, but in just seven days, they had become an unforgettable part of our memories.

Tsubaki, Reina, and Akane gave us faint smiles, their eyes carrying a trace of unspoken sorrow, but more so, a sense of acceptance.

As their figures started to blur, they suddenly spoke, their voices teasing but sincere, "But before we go… we weren't joking, you know. If we ever had the chance, we'd still want to return… and be with you. We really meant it!"

With those words, they each planted a kiss on our cheeks, leaving behind a distinct mark, and then, in the next moment, vanished in a flash of light.

I stood there stunned, their kiss marks still fresh on my cheek. In that moment, I felt a rush of emotions I couldn't fully explain—both relief and a strange, lingering melancholy.

As I instinctively reached up to touch my cheek, I suddenly sensed an oddly intense atmosphere around me.

Turning, I saw Momoko standing beside me, her expression soft but with a glint of something dangerous in her gaze. "Yuzuhiko, about that kiss… care to explain what happened?"

"Uh… well…" I scratched my head awkwardly, at a loss for words.

Beside me, Kagami was just as baffled, glancing at Miyako, with Reina's lip print still visible on his face. Miyako looked at him sweetly, but her gaze was anything but friendly. "Kagami, you and Reina… did you have a nice chat?"

Kagami stammered, his face panicked. "Miyako… I… I really didn't expect… anything like this…"

Meanwhile, Shigeru, looking equally uneasy, stared at Kaoru, wide-eyed. Kaoru, calm and composed, gave him a smile with a hint of "kindness" in it. "Shigeru, so, how was your conversation with Akane?"

Struggling to smile, Shigeru said, "Kaoru, let me explain… it was just that she suddenly—"

The three of us exchanged a weary glance, feeling a deep sense of helplessness. This time, we weren't facing a physical challenge but the probing questions of the girls we loved.

Back in the alternate world's lab, the Powerpunk Girls had just exited the portal, greeted by an eager Oppressor Plutonium, his face brimming with excitement. "Did you succeed? Did you gather information on those boys? What is the source of their power?"

But as the Oppressor's gaze swept over them, it turned to one of puzzlement. There stood Tsubaki, Reina, and Akane, clothes slightly disheveled and with blissful expressions. They looked nothing like people who had just completed a mission.

Tsubaki sighed softly, a trace of longing in her eyes. "Oppressor, the Tokyo in that world was… really amazing. If only we could go back just once more…"

Reina nodded dreamily, a hint of wistfulness in her eyes. "Oppressor, couldn't we go back again? Just one more time?"

Akane, arms crossed and cheeks slightly flushed, added shyly, "Yeah, Oppressor… couldn't you come up with a way? We'd really like to see those guys again!"

Hearing this, Oppressor Plutonium furrowed his brows, shaking his head regretfully. "The portal is a one-time round-trip setting. You won't be able to return…"

At his words, the three girls looked crestfallen, exchanging a sigh. After a moment, Tsubaki suddenly had an idea, turning to the Oppressor. "Oppressor, what if you used our DNA to create counterparts for us? I promise, we'd 'take good care' of them!"

Reina and Akane's eyes lit up as they chimed in, "Yes, yes! Oppressor, could you try making 'clones' of them using our DNA?"

Hearing this, the Oppressor's face paled, staring at his three daughters with horror, taking in their blissful expressions and disheveled appearance. He asked in a panic, "What happened to you three?! What on earth did those boys do to you?!"

Tsubaki, Reina, and Akane's cheeks flushed as they exchanged mischievous smiles, but they said nothing, only laughing shyly, giving no hint to the Oppressor's questions.

Looking at their expressions, the Oppressor's confusion deepened, a growing unease gnawing at him as he struggled to comprehend what those boys had done to them in such a short time.

In the quiet of the night, Momoko, Miyako, and Kaoru sat together in the living room, with the haunting melody of "Bad Apple!" filling the air.

Each note seemed to stir their deepest thoughts, and the lyrics, one by one, mirrored the complex relationship between them and the PowerPunk Girls.

They felt like reflections of each other, intertwined in black and white, moving through the shifting images as light and shadow.

Momoko gazed softly at the night sky, humming, "Ever on and on, I continue circling... With nothing but my hate and the carousel of agony..." Her eyes held a depth of thought. "Don't you feel…they're like our shadows, parts of ourselves that are unrestrained."

Miyako nodded slightly, staring at her own blurred reflection. She quietly added, "Till slowly I forget and my heart starts vanishing... And suddenly I see that I can't break free..." Her gentle voice carried a trace of worry.

"Reina…she's cold and unrestrained, like the part of me I'm afraid to face. She's like a darkness, showing me what it would look like if I let my repressed emotions take over."

Sitting on the edge of the sofa, Kaoru gazed at her hands and then quietly sang, "Am I hurting? Am I sad? Should I stay or should I go? I've forgotten how to tell, did I ever even know?" Her tone was filled with a mix of confusion and longing. "For me, Akane is a symbol of chaos and aggression. She taunts me, provokes me, forcing me to confront this part of myself. She reminds me of the emotions I've buried, twisting like black and white, constantly overlapping."

"They're like our mirror images, just like the lyrics:slipping through the cracks of a dark eternity…" Momoko took a deep breath, as if resonating deeply with the sentiment. "If I make another move, there'll be no more turning back... Because everything would change, and it all would fade to black...For me, Tsubaki represents that fearless, relentless side. I might be afraid of becoming that version of myself, but she makes me confront it."

Miyako smiled and nodded, humming softly, "Will tomorrow ever come? Will I make it through the night? Will there ever be a place for the broken in the light?"

She spoke in a gentle tone, "Kagami's presence makes me feel less afraid. He shows me that I can choose not to be led by fear, that I can face my inner shadows. Reina may be my reflection, but he is my light."

Listening, Momoko felt a warmth in her heart as she softly added, "Yuzuhiko is the same for me. Tsubaki awakens something wild inside me, but Yuzuhiko makes me realize that, no matter how deep the darkness, I don't have to face it alone." She hummed, "Maybe it's a dream, maybe nothing else is real... But it wouldn't mean a thing if I told you how I feel..."

Kaoru laughed softly, her gaze firm as she said, "The boys are our blessing. They help us truly accept ourselves and stop running away. When I look at Shigeru, I realize he's my anchor. Even if there's darkness or confusion within me, as long as they're by our side, we'll find light."

She quietly sang, "If I make another move, if I take another step... Then it all would fall apart, there'll be nothing of me left..."

The three looked at each other, sensing a bond and harmony within them. Slowly, they began to sing together, "Can you tell me who you are? Can you tell me where I am? I've forgotten how to see, I've forgotten if I can..."

They felt as though they were standing within that shifting world of black and white, one side light, the other shadow, like the endless transformation of "Bad Apple!" where they flowed together—opposing yet inseparable.

Momoko spoke softly, "We may not be perfect, but meeting each other and the boys…that's the best thing that's happened to us. No matter how lost we feel, we'll always find our way."

Miyako smiled gently. "Yes, meeting them helped us understand that light and shadow complete each other, making us whole."

Kaoru clapped her hands on their shoulders, her voice steady. "As long as we have each other and the boys, we can face any darkness, any challenge, and keep going."

With these words, the three exchanged smiles, feeling an unprecedented sense of understanding and relief.

The future might still be full of trials, but they knew that within this intertwining light and shadow, they and the boys would be each other's strongest support, facing every difficulty hand in hand, unafraid of what lay ahead.

Note:

Here is the corresponding relationship between the girls and the Powerpunk Girls in terms of names:

赤堤桃子Momoko Akatsutsumi (Powerpuff Girls Z) vs. 深澤椿Tsubaki Fukazawa (Powerpunk Girls Z)

Surnames: Akatsutsumi and Fukazawa

Momoko's surname, Akatsutsumi, reflects the Northern region of Setagaya, symbolizing warmth, kindness, and traditional family values.

Tsubaki's surname, Fukazawa, places her in the Southern area, which aligns with her colder, more distant and domineering personality.

Name Meanings: Momoko vs. Tsubaki

Momoko: "Momo" means "peach," symbolizing purity, health, and fortune in Japanese culture, representing Momoko's gentle, caring, and selfless nature.

Tsubaki: Tsubaki (camellia flower) represents nobility, coldness, and mystery. Tsubaki's personality is assertive, possessive, and unyielding, contrasting sharply with Momoko's nurturing qualities.

Mirrored Relationship
Momoko's gentle warmth and caring nature contrast with Tsubaki's aggressive, controlling side, representing opposite ends of the spectrum in love and attraction.

豪德寺 都Miyako Gotokuji (Powerpuff Girls Z) vs. 若林 玲奈Reina Wakabayashi (Powerpunk Girls Z)

Surnames: Gotokuji and Wakabayashi

Miyako's surname, Gotokuji, connects her to the Northern Setagaya region, embodying stability, calm, and empathy.

Reina's surname, Wakabayashi, ties her to the Southern area, underscoring her outward, challenging, and sarcastic disposition.

Name Meanings: Miyako vs. Reina

Miyako: Miyako means "capital" or "city," symbolizing acceptance, warmth, and strength. Miyako's personality is reserved yet resilient, showing a quiet depth of emotion.

Reina: Reina implies "purity" and "radiance," but ironically, her character exudes cruelty and a playful malice, frequently mocking and taunting others.

Mirrored Relationship
Miyako's empathetic and steady personality stands in stark contrast to Reina's cynical, mocking approach to others. Miyako's love is thoughtful and subtle, while Reina's involves a mischievous edge, representing two entirely different expressions of affection.

松原 薰Kaoru Matsubara (Powerpuff Girls Z) vs. 用賀 茜Akane Yoga (Powerpunk Girls Z)

Surnames: Matsubara and Yoga

Kaoru's surname, Matsubara, is from the Northern region, suggesting honesty, warmth, and simplicity.

Akane's surname, Yoga, in the Southern region, indicates boldness, strength, and a lack of restraint, aligning with her violent and wild personality.

Name Meanings: Kaoru vs. Akane

Kaoru: Kaoru means "fragrance" or "aroma," symbolizing freshness and elegance. Kaoru is straightforward, loyal, and has a sense of duty, reflecting her name's clean and refreshing essence.

Akane: Akane translates to "deep red," representing heat, intensity, and danger. Akane's personality is rough, direct, and openly forceful, showcasing an unrestrained and bold approach.

Mirrored Relationship
Kaoru's refreshing honesty and loyalty are juxtaposed with Akane's aggressive and fiery nature. Kaoru embodies a direct and sincere love, while Akane is passionate and domineering, highlighting two extremes in their expressions of affection.

Summary

The six girls' names and surnames collectively reflect their mirrored and contrasting relationships. The Powerpuff Girls Z symbolize gentleness, care, and empathy, while the Powerpunk Girls Z are embodiments of strength, dominance, and challenge. Their geographic divisions within Setagaya (north and south) further amplify these distinctions, creating a rich contrast between two versions of love and loyalty.