Campione Scumbag in Mash-up Anime-Chapter 114: Pilgrimage to Nakano Rena’s Grave

"Nino-san, is this really necessary? I look like a professional stalker." Ren complained, standing at the apartment entrance wearing a large black mask and a fedora that covered most of his face.

With an impatient expression, Nino folded her arms across her chest.

"Of course, it's necessary! This is absolutely essential, Rokuhara. Don't you understand the situation? What if someone sees you walking with Itsuki in public? If the scandal of Itsuki being pregnant by her student becomes public knowledge, her hard-earned career as a teacher will be ruined!"

Standing beside Nino, Miku chimed in with a soft, soothing voice. "Ren-kun, please be patient for a little while. Once we arrive at the cemetery, you can take off your disguise. This is for the common good."

Her gaze was full of understanding, as if she comprehended Ren's discomfort.

Itsuki stood by Ren's side, holding his arm tightly, and looked up at Nino with a pout.

"Nino, I think this is a bit much. Tokyo is vast, it's unlikely that my hubby and I will run into students from the school where I teach."

Seeing Itsuki defend him, Nino rolled her eyes dramatically.

"Oh, Itsuki. Your brain is completely filled with love, your critical thinking skills have become dull!"

"I haven't!" Itsuki retorted, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment, even though she wasn't entirely convinced by her own words.

"Haaah... Here we go again."

Ren could only let out a long sigh amidst the small argument between Itsuki and Nino. In the midst of the light chaos, he felt a pair of eyes observing him.

He turned his head and met Miku's gaze.

However, as soon as their eyes met, the girl immediately looked away with a flushed face. Her movements were awkward, as if she had been caught red-handed.

'No mistake, these are the characteristics of a woman who only harbors feelings but doesn't dare to express them to the man she likes. Well, Miku's attitude makes sense. After all, liking her sister's husband is wrong.'

In his mind, his suspicion that Miku harbored deeper feelings for him grew stronger. As someone experienced in matters of the heart and romantic intrigue in his previous life—vastly different from the generic harem protagonist who often slowly realizes the feelings of the women around him—Ren had a keen sensitivity in reading body language and eye contact.

'If I conquer Miku, I can get back at Natsuo who often shows off doing shimaidon.'

"Ren-kun? Let's go."

Itsuki's soft voice broke his reverie. Ren came to his senses and left the apartment with a faint smile.

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Today was Saturday—the weekend for high school students in Japan. However, the school building remained open for club members with regular activities. Even so, Ren, as a member of the Homecoming Club, didn't need to come to school.

Initially, Ren planned to spend this day entirely with Itsuki. But for some reason due to last night's incident, Itsuki seemed a little traumatized.

It wasn't just her. Even Nino and Miku, who had only experienced an attempted kidnapping by a terrorist organization, were also shaken. If it weren't for the shikigami summoned by Ren, Goki and Zenki, who guarded them from the darkness, Nino and Miku would definitely have closed their cafe today.

And in the midst of that uneasy feeling, Itsuki suddenly expressed her desire to visit her mother's grave.

Of course, Ren couldn't possibly refuse.

The two of them took a taxi to the cemetery.

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The mother of the Nakano quintuplets was named Nakano Rena. She was buried in a cemetery located on the outskirts of the city. The location was secluded, quite far from the hustle and bustle of metropolitan Tokyo, surrounded by low hills and a quiet forest.

The characteristic atmosphere of summer hung heavy in the air. The pale blue sky was covered with thin clouds, the sun shone warmly but not intensely. Among the trees, the sound of Japanese summer cicadas buzzed incessantly. Old leaves fell slowly, carried by the wind, onto the stone path they walked along.

Upon arriving at the simple cemetery gate, Ren slowly removed his disguise. He pulled off his hat and stored it in his storage magic, then lowered his mask until it rested on his chin. A gust of cool autumn wind brushed his face, carrying with it the scent of earth and dried leaves.

In front of him, Itsuki walked a few steps ahead. The girl carried a bouquet of white lilies, her long hair fluttering in the wind, framing her beautiful face.

Without much talking, they arrived in front of a smooth and clean gray stone tombstone. The inscription "Nakano Rena" was beautifully engraved on its surface.

Itsuki knelt before the tombstone, gently cleaning away the dried leaves and small twigs that clung to it. After finishing, she placed the white lilies in front of the tombstone with a careful movement.

"Mother..." She whispered softly, almost inaudibly.

"..."

Ren remained silent behind her. Not intending to interrupt the moment. He just stood upright, maintaining the silence.

While gazing at her mother's tombstone, Itsuki's hand moved to caress her slightly protruding stomach. With a slightly trembling voice, she began to speak, as if her mother could hear every word she said.

"Mother, it's me, Itsuki. I will be giving birth soon. I will become a mother, just like you were."

Then, with a tone full of regret, Itsuki continued, "Mother, I'm sorry. Forgive me for following the path you took... Getting into a romantic relationship between a teacher and a student. I know... I know very well that such a relationship is not well-received in society. Mother must have experienced a lot of difficulties and ridicule, right?"

"But I couldn't help it, Mother. My husband... Ren-kun... He... He is very good to me. He is responsible and loves me. Even though the situation is difficult, I believe we can get through this together. I hope you can accept him..."

"Even though many people might see Ren-kun as a playboy, he is far more responsible than our biological father. Mudō Jinnosuke... That scumbag! He left Mother after finding out she was pregnant with the five of us. He never even cared, never looked for us for years."

Her voice trembled, suppressing the anger that had been pent up all this time.

"Then, suddenly, after we were all teenagers, he just appeared out of nowhere, wanting to acknowledge us as his children! After Mother struggled to raise us all by herself! What kind of man is he?"

Itsuki's eyes welled up with tears, but there was a clear flash of anger within them.

"Compared to him, Ren-kun is hundreds, even thousands of times better! He may not be a perfect person, but he never runs away from his responsibilities. He is here for me, for our baby."

Itsuki caressed her stomach again, this time with a firmer touch.

"I know Mother must understand, right? A man who dares to take responsibility for his actions, even if in the eyes of society it's wrong, is far better than a coward who leaves a pregnant woman alone. Ren-kun may not be ideal in the eyes of many, but in my eyes... He is the right man."

"I miss you, Mother. I hope you are happy there and bless the path I have chosen."

Seeing Itsuki sobbing, Ren stepped forward and hugged her tightly. He felt Itsuki's body trembling in his embrace, and he tightened his grip to provide comfort and support. He let Itsuki cry for a moment, channeling her sadness and anger. After her sobs subsided, Ren released his embrace slightly, looking at the tombstone in front of them.

"Mother-in-law. You can rest in peace in the afterlife. I promise to make Itsuki happy."

"I admit, I am a scumbag who has never been satisfied with just one woman. In the future, it is highly likely that I will have many wives. However..."

Ren looked gently at Itsuki, holding her hand.

"Itsuki will always be my first woman, and her position will never be replaced by anyone."

"Hubby..."

Hearing Ren's sweet words, Itsuki's heart felt warm amidst the sadness that still enveloped her. Tears of emotion welled up in her eyes again, no longer because of grief, but because of the sudden surge of happiness. Unable to contain her feelings, she kissed him. freewёbnoνel.com

Initially, it was just a gentle peck, but it quickly turned into a passionate kiss.

As if completely forgetting where they were, in front of Nakano Rena's tombstone, the two of them passionately kissed each other. Their tongues intertwined tightly until saliva unconsciously dripped from the corner of Itsuki's lips.

His hands didn't stay still. Ren gently squeezed both sides of Itsuki's buttocks, feeling the curves of his girlfriend's body through her clothes.

"Mhm~"

The touch sent a wave of shock throughout Itsuki's body, reawakening a desire that had been dormant.

Only after that sensual stimulation did her consciousness fully return. Itsuki flinched, pushing Ren away with a completely flushed face.

"Hubby! What are you doing?! This... this is in front of my mother's grave! We shouldn't be doing indecent things in such a sacred place!"

Ren wiped a drop of saliva flowing down his lip with his thumb, then looked at Itsuki with an innocent gaze.

"Huh? Didn't you start it, Itsuki?"

Hearing Ren actually blame her, Itsuki's face turned even redder. Shame and anger mixed within her.

"Of course, it's your fault! You... you always do lewd things to me!" She grumbled, turning her face away, her arms folded across her chest.

Her lips were adorably pursed, showing that she was sulking. Itsuki felt embarrassed for having been carried away by the atmosphere and forgetting where they were.