The sudden energy fluctuation caused all the girls' clothes to vanish in an instant.
Leonora, seated directly across from Sui, was clearly visible to him. She was now clad only in purple lingerie. Her slender figure, smooth and milky-white skin, and long silver hair cascading over her shoulders exuded an undeniable allure, characteristic of a mature woman's charm.
While both Alice and Erina also had enviable figures, theirs was the youthful vitality of girls, still lacking the sophistication and elegance of a fully grown woman like Leonora.
Leo hadn't expected her clothes to suddenly disappear, and a deep blush crept onto her face. When she noticed Sui's gaze fixed on her, her cheeks flushed even more, and she gave him a subtle but reproachful glance.
Just then, Sui felt a sharp pinch on his arm. It was Alice, sitting beside him, clearly displeased.
"Why are you staring at my mother like that?" she asked indignantly, her cheeks puffed out in irritation.
Alice herself had been left in just her white lingerie. Her ample chest threatened to spill from her bra, and her skin was as smooth and fair as her mother's.
"I'm sorry," Sui quickly apologized, embarrassed, and turned his gaze away.
However, as he turned, his eyes landed on Erina, sitting next to him.
Erina, now in nothing but pink underwear, met his gaze for a fleeting moment before hurriedly lowering her head, covering herself shyly. Her blush deepened, and she tried to hide behind her arms.
Sui was momentarily speechless—hadn't he already seen this when they woke up earlier in the morning?
"My apologies. I lost control," came the deep voice of Senzaemon.
He had closed his eyes, unable to bear the sight before him. After all, these women were his daughter-in-law and granddaughters, and it would be inappropriate to look at them in such a state.
"No, Father, I'm at fault too," Sōe muttered awkwardly, lowering his head and closing his eyes as well.
Even though two of the women were his wife and daughter, it still felt improper to let his eyes linger, especially with his niece present.
Sui bowed his head as well, feeling a little flustered. Could this be the legendary ability stronger than the famed "collar-ripping technique"?
It was well known that when a Nakiri family member tasted food that reached a certain level of deliciousness, their intense emotions caused the clothes around them to tear away.
"This is a unique trait of the Nakiri family," Senzaemon explained solemnly. "I deeply apologize."
At this point, Leonora and the others had already dressed again and returned to the table. Alice and her family, having arrived straight from the airport, still had their luggage at Senzaemon's residence, allowing them to change quickly. Erina, however, had to borrow Alice's white pajamas.
Despite having changed, Leonora's face was still flushed, clearly embarrassed by Sui's earlier gaze.
"Sui, are you surprised?" Sōe finally dared to open his eyes and smiled kindly at Sui.
"Oh, it's all right," Sui replied with a chuckle, trying to diffuse the awkwardness.
"But you may inherit this ability someday," Sōe teased with a grin. "It's not just restricted to Nakiri blood."
Though he didn't say it outright, Sui understood the implication. Sōe seemed to suggest that after marrying into the Nakiri family, one might inherit these peculiar traits. His hint was subtle, but the meaning was clear.
Erina's face turned beet red with embarrassment. Sōe's words were a thinly veiled acknowledgement of her future marriage to Sui, a thought that left her both shy and happy.
"I have to say, I'm truly impressed, Sui. I didn't expect such rapid progress from you in such a short time," Senzaemon said, his voice deep with admiration.
He had been astonished when he tasted Sui's food earlier. Initially, Senzaemon had considered Sui to be an exceptional talent with great potential, but tasting his cooking again revealed how far he had come.
The last time he'd tried Sui's dishes, Senzaemon had thought he was at the level of one of Totsuki's top ten students. But after just one semester, Sui had already risen to the top of that elite group. Few in the academy could now match him.
Senzaemon couldn't help but wonder just how much Sui would grow by the time he reached his third year. Could he create history for Totsuki Academy?
These thoughts filled him with anticipation for the future.
As the meal continued, everyone shifted their focus to the dishes made by Erina and Alice.
"Erina-chan, did you really prepare this?" Leonora asked, astonished.
Senzaemon was equally stunned. Not only had Sui shown remarkable progress, but Erina had improved significantly as well. From the beginning, the family had high expectations for her. She had been made one of the top ten in middle school—a rare exception—but Senzaemon hadn't expected her to reach the top tier so soon. By his estimation, she wouldn't have reached this level until at least her second year.
But here she was, her dishes now ranking among the top three.
"Well, it's because I often compete with Sui that I've made such great strides," Erina admitted shyly, her face reddening.
Indeed, if it weren't for the constant culinary challenges between their two "God Tongues," her growth wouldn't have been this rapid.
"I see," Senzaemon said, nodding in approval. "I had been worried that falling in love might cause your skills to stagnate, but this outcome reassures me."
The old man's satisfaction with Sui grew by the minute. Not only did Sui possess extraordinary talent, but his influence was also pushing Erina to new heights. Together, they complemented and strengthened each other.
In Senzaemon's eyes, they were a perfect couple.
With these two leading the way, he was confident that Totsuki Academy would continue to flourish.
Before, he had merely considered the idea of marrying them off quickly. Now, he was determined to find the right moment to formalize their union.
"What? Do you think my cooking isn't good?" Alice suddenly piped up, pouting with frustration.
"No, my little Alice, your cooking is the best," Sōe quickly reassured her, slipping into his usual doting father mode as he ate the food she'd prepared. "You've made incredible progress too! It's delicious."
"Yes, I agree," Leonora added, nodding.
"Speaking of which, didn't Sui send a gift earlier? Why don't we take a look at it now?" Sōe said, remembering something.
"Oh, right! Sui brought a gift," Leonora said curiously. "What did you bring?"
Erina, cheeks flushed, whispered, "It's tuna for sashimi and sake."
What was supposed to be a simple family dinner felt more like a formal meeting with her parents. The thought made Erina uncomfortable.
"Sashimi and wine? That's quite a thoughtful gift," Leonora said cheerfully. "Father, shall we try it?"
"Absolutely," Senzaemon agreed with a nod.
Leonora stood up, her curiosity piqued. She wanted to see the gift for herself.
After a few moments, the gift was brought in. As it was for Erina's elders, Sui hadn't been stingy. He filled an entire box with premium tuna belly sashimi. As for the sake, there had originally been two Sakeyashi Fruits, but Tohru drank one. Sui mixed the remaining sake with fruit juice, and bring four large bottles.
"Such polite children," Leonora commented as she began slicing the sashimi into thin, delicate pieces. She arranged them neatly on a plate and brought them over, along with one of the wine bottles.
"Please enjoy. The sashimi is exceptionally good," Sui urged.
"Really? Then we won't hold back," Senzaemon replied with a hint of amusement. As the head of Totsuki Academy, he regularly enjoyed the finest tuna sashimi in the world. It would be a tall order for any sashimi to impress him, but he appreciated Sui's gesture nonetheless.
"Sui, you didn't even tell me you had new ingredients! You only brought them for Erina," Alice pouted, clearly upset.
But Sui remained silent, thinking, 'Weren't you abroad?'
"Sui's sashimi must be delicious!" Alice exclaimed eagerly, picking up a thin slice, dipping it into a bit of wasabi, and taking a bite.
"Oh? Really?" Sōe smiled and joined in, eager to taste it himself.
The moment the sashimi touched his tongue, his eyes widened in surprise. He had tasted countless high-quality sashimi before, but this was on another level.
"The richness of the fat combined with the delicate texture—it's exquisite," Senzaemon said, his deep voice carrying a note of awe. "The sashimi I've had before can't compare to this."
"This is incredible!" Sōe echoed, clearly impressed.
Suddenly, another wave of energy pulsed through the room. The women shrieked as their clothes vanished once more.
"Another pulse?" Senzaemon muttered, closing his eyes and lowering his head as his own clothes ripped apart, exposing his muscular frame.
Even Sui's clothes were blown away by the intensity of the pulse.
"How annoying! This is the second time today!" Leonora complained, her face turning crimson as she shyly covered herself with her hands. This time, however, she had stood up, giving Sui an unobstructed view of her lower body.
She was taller than her daughter, Alice, and her long, white legs appeared especially slender. She wore purple lace panties, very revealing with hollowed-out designs that left little to the imagination. A small strip of fabric barely covered her private area, while the rest exposed the round fullness of her backside.
In contrast, Alice and Erina's underwear was far more modest, with cute little bows that made them appear girlish.
Noticing Sui's gaze lingering, Leonora shot him an embarrassed glare.
"I'm sorry," Sui quickly apologized, looking down.
"Would someone bring us some clothes?" Senzaemon and his son, Sōe, knelt on the ground, heads lowered, eyes closed, speaking in unison.
"Yes, of course," Erina, her face bright red with embarrassment, hurried off to fetch clothes. She soon returned, and they all dressed quickly, including Alice and Sui.
"I deeply apologize," Senzaemon said calmly once everyone had changed. "I've never had sashimi so delicious that it caused this reaction."
Erina nodded quietly, her face still pink with embarrassment.
"But Sui, your sashimi truly is remarkable!" Sōe said, laughing warmly.
Senzaemon smiled as well. "Indeed. This level of quality deserves something special. Please fetch my prized Black Dragon Daiginjo sake. Such excellent sashimi should be paired with exceptional wine."
This sake came from one of the top breweries in all of Japan. Even Senzaemon had only a limited collection, reserving it for special occasions.
"Wait, didn't Sui bring sake as well?" Alice suddenly asked, reminding everyone.
Senzaemon chuckled, "Ah, you're right. Let's try Sui's sake instead."
Sōe also smiled, clearly intrigued, as Erina opened one of the bottles. The moment the cap came off, a rich fragrance filled the air—a blend of fruit and a hint of coconut.
"What an incredible aroma! Is this fruit sake?" Senzaemon's eyes brightened with excitement.
Erina poured the wine for her grandfather and uncle, and both men lifted their glasses, eager to taste it.
The wine was light yet flavorful, with a potent fruity sweetness and the smooth undertones of coconut. It left a pleasant, lingering fragrance in their mouths, making each sip a memorable experience.
"Exquisite!" Sōe exclaimed, his eyes lighting up with delight.
"It truly is the finest fruit sake," Senzaemon agreed, nodding with a smile. Despite his preference for traditional sake with its timeless elegance, he couldn't deny how much he enjoyed this fruity and vibrant wine.
"How much of this wine do we have?" Sōe asked, clearly enamored with it.
"Haha, are you planning to take my sake?" Senzaemon laughed heartily. "This was a gift from Sui, after all."
"Perhaps you could share some with me, Father?" Sōe asked with a sheepish grin.
As the father and son jokingly squabbled over the wine, Sui chuckled. "I brought four bottles, so there should be plenty for everyone."
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