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Chapter 104 - Power Has No Good or Evil

"Speaking of which, what's happening with the Okutama Island project?"

Suzuki brought this up just as we were parting ways with Yanagi and Onisaki, wondering what to do next. Now that he mentioned it, I realized I hadn't said anything since having those two write down their requests before the Obon holiday.

"Haven't checked, but it's probably going smoothly."

Right after swapping the newly created Okutama with the original, I had contractors go in. It started on the night of the 11th, and now it's the 15th, right? Over there, more than a year should have passed already. It's probably about time for completion.

"Then let's go take a look. We're gonna be using it too."

"Right. I want to make sure it's built according to our requests."

"Sure? Then let's go."

I took the two of them and teleported to Okutama Island. The construction of my secret base was taking place on a cleared section of the fake Okutama town.

"Whoa!"

The structure was already completely finished. It looked like an unremarkable mansion you might see anywhere if you lived long enough, but the exterior didn't matter much anyway. I hadn't given any specifications for the appearance. The important thing was what's inside.

"Ah, thank you for your hard work, Satou-san!"

"Eek!?"

A worker inside cheerfully called out to me. But his eyes were terrifying. They were gleaming intensely. So much so that Takahashi and Suzuki couldn't help but cry out.

"H-hey Satou... even if you said anything goes, forcing people to work like this is..."

"Ahahaha! Please don't worry about it! If anything, I'm grateful to Satou-san!"

Takahashi and Suzuki were hugging each other in fear.

"Unlimited budget, materials delivered immediately upon request, freedom to do whatever I want with non-specified areas! And on top of that, high compensation... hehehehe! Man, this is irresistible!"

Just then, laughter rose from inside the house like a chorus. Pure horror. Even though it was still daylight, this had the complete atmosphere of a horror movie.

"Oh, by the way, the work is almost finished. You could move in today if you wanted."

"I see. We came at just the right time."

"Yes. Could you check the magical formulas before we finish the interior? I think we've managed to create something beyond our usual skill level thanks to your buffs, Satou-san..."

I had asked people from the supernatural world to do this. Naturally, spiritual mechanisms existed as well. From my light search, everything seemed to be installed as requested, and the quality appeared problem-free.

"OK. Looks good. Can you show us inside?"

"With pleasure!"

"...Why is Satou acting so normal?"

"...His head really is screwed up."

Shut up. The two were grumbling, but as they toured the inside, they probably stopped caring about the completely wired workers. Seeing their requests reflected, they started squealing with delight.

"Perfect! My ideal kitchen is right here! All the appliances I requested are properly installed too!"

"Is that so? I'm looking forward to some delicious food."

"Of course! I'll put my heart into cooking for you!"

...That made my heart skip a little. Oblivious to my inner thoughts, Suzuki started spinning around in place. She must have been incredibly happy. Takahashi had probably gone to see her room too. Despite its considerable size, I could hear joyful exclamations of "Woohoo!" coming from there.

"How about I cook something right away to celebrate the completion?!"

"Now, now, don't be so hasty."

There was something I needed to do first. I started by stamping the documents to confirm receipt and contract completion. The buffs wouldn't be released unless I did that. Of course, fatigue wouldn't suddenly rush over them all at once. That would be too much. Still, with the buffs released, they seemed to lose their edge, and the horror atmosphere dissipated.

"Good work. I'll throw in a little extra."

"Thank you!"

I had only asked the Mutual Aid Society to arrange things, the money came from my own wallet. Even the initial amount was substantial, but since they did good work, I had to show some generosity. Building trust this way leads to good business relationships.

"Well, call me again if you need anything."

"Absolutely!"

I teleported the contractors away.

"Now then... Takahashi, Suzuki, since I went along with your business, you'll listen to my request too, right?"

"That's fine, but... what is it?"

"Independent research."

"Independent research?"

"I do various things every year under the name of adult independent research. This year's theme is creating new finishing moves."

"Ugh... I already have a bad feeling about this..."

But you'll go along with it, right? That's why I love you two. Taking them outside, I rewrote space and wove together an endless wasteland.

"...Sigh. So Satou-kun? What's this new finishing move?"

"I call it the All Satou Resolution."

"That doesn't tell us anything. There's nothing to imagine from those words."

Good grief... what hopeless people. Shrugging my shoulders, I explained it to them, and their faces grew even more sour.

"...You're insane."

"...Everything about this is crazy."

"Now get ready! Let's start with a light topic!"

I accessed the collective unconscious and called out to all Satoues.

"What do you think about beautiful women who are indifferent to their own appearance!?"

Instantly, power bundled from human will erupted from my body. As expected, I got no understanding from the male faction, while the female votes were numerous. But even among the female votes, not all female Satoues showed agreement. From the perspective of all Satoues, the approval gained this time was probably quite low... but it was still considerable output.

"Takahashi, Suzuki, can you feel it? The power coming through my body."

"Ignoring the context, you look like a protagonist."

"More importantly, what kind of topic was that..."

"That's exactly what you two are."

These guys are quite beautiful. But they don't act conceited about it... actually, it's questionable whether they're even aware of it.

"What...!?"

They blushed slightly and leaned back. Ah, the output increased further... the unconscious minds of the Satoues watching them through me seemed annoyed.

"I won't add any strange modifications. I'm firing this straight. Are you ready!?"

"We're not ready, but... it can't be helped! Takahashi-kun!"

"Yeah! Bring it on, Satou!"

Confirming that both had raised their output at once, I unleashed the power of will. A gray destructive beam, as if showing the human heart, traveled straight and struck them both directly. The world was painted over with light. When the light and dust cleared, Takahashi and Suzuki were... standing, though battered. For these two to defend with full power and still end up like this... what tremendous firepower. If I could get the approval of all Satoues, just how powerful would it be...?

(Setting that aside, what a wonderful sight)

Their clothes were torn in just the right way... hehe!

"...Takahashi-kun, I'm frustrated."

"...Yeah, me too. Taking this much damage from such a stupid technique."

"Even with the gap in our training... let's retrain ourselves."

"Right, like before, no, let's become much stronger than before."

What beautiful friendship... hey!

"Wait, wait! Don't heal yourselves!"

"Huh!? We're continuing, aren't we!? We'll die if we don't heal!"

"No! I just want to try something!"

I called out to all Satoues again.

"Grateful healing donations for these two who showed us such a wonderful fanservice scene!"

This time the male votes gathered, and both their damage was instantly fully recovered.

"How's that? It's not just for killing. It can also be used for healing..."

"Die!"