"... Is it only me, or did Shinomiya-san stare at me resentfully before?"
Hoshina asked worriedly when he could get Shinra and walked away from the infirmary. Naturally, he didn't see what was happening inside and knocked on the door first.
Shinra aside, Kikoru was the daughter of the current general director of the Defense Force, Shinomiya Isao.
Kikoru might not be an official member of the Defense Force yet, but no one dared to cause her trouble, especially with her background.
Of course, if possible, Hoshina didn't want to offend Kikoru.
"The effect of her anesthesia just disappeared, so she isn't in a good mood."
"Ah, I see!"
While Kikoru was strong and was also one of the most talented, she was still a human, so of course, she could feel pain, especially when she was hurt, as her body was pierced by a bullet-like attack previously.
Even Hoshina had to admit that he would be in a bad mood if his anesthesia wore off after a surgery.
"It seems that I have come at the wrong time."
"Haha..." Shinra could only laugh awkwardly, then asked, "So, do you need something from me, Vice Captain?"
"Ah, no, it's not me, but it's the commander."
"Commander Ashiro?"
While Shinra was confused as to why Mina suddenly called him, as a subordinate, what could he do except follow his boss's order?
"Yes." Hoshina nodded, then asked, "What do you think she is going to ask you?"
"Probably, about my previous words."
"You are right." Hoshina nodded. "You are strong, talented, and probably might become the best of the best, but even so, your words might endanger everyone in this place."
Compared to the life of Kafka, Hoshina cared about the lives of everyone in the Third Division.
"Still, Kafka-san has helped me, so should I just remain blind to his problem?"
Even if Shinra had no need of Kafka's help, it didn't change the fact that Kafka would dare to transform to help him, exposing his real identity to Kikoru, Mina, and Hoshina.
Also, as he had said before, even if he had seen how strong Kafka was, Kafka wasn't his opponent.
"...you are naive."
"I might be, but as I know that my words might endanger everyone, if something really happens, then I will do my best to stop him, even if I have to use my life."
While the military had to follow the words of the superior faithfully, a human wasn't a robot. They had a heart and cared about each other.
If Shinra could discard Kafka like trash, then he would be seen as trash, too, especially when Kafka wanted to save him.
Facing his enemy, Shinra might be cold, but facing a friend, how could he be so cold, right?
At the same time, he wanted to see how strong Kafka truly was.
Physical ability aside, he wondered whether it was all about Kafka's Kaiju transformation.
As for using the Eye of Usurpation on Kafka, Shinra hesitated, knowing that the moment he did, his eyes would become blind. He wasn't sure how to describe this feeling, but this is how he felt when he thought of using the Eye of Usurpation.
It might be weird of him to think of using his ability on Kafka, but while the Kaiju transformation would bring a chance for Kafka to become a hero, Shinra felt that it would bring Kafka more misery, especially when Kaiju was the enemy of mankind.
If Shinra wasn't there, he could imagine that Kafka would be sent to the headquarters of the Defense Force and transformed into a weapon or a combat suit.
"But I don't hate that part of you."
Then, as expected, Hoshina's expression softened when he heard Shinra's words.
If someone else heard it, they would think that Shinra's words were naive, yet no one would hate him due to his willingness to save someone who wanted to save him.
"But you need to discuss those determinations carefully with Commander Ashiro."
"I will, Vice Captain."
"This is her room. Do your best."
"Ah, you are not coming?"
"Of course not~! Please handle the troubles that you have made by yourselves~!"
With a laid-back and laughing face, Hoshina left with a laugh.
"....."
As he watched Hoshina leave, Shinra wondered whether Hoshina had ever thought that something would happen between him and Mina. Still, their age difference was quite high since Mina was about a decade older, but as someone who had made two older women pregnant on his record, if Hoshina knew about that, he was sure that Hoshina wouldn't let him be alone with Mina.
Unfortunately, Hoshina wouldn't know since those two women (Mikoto and Shion) were in another world.
Knock! Knock!
"Please come in."
"Excuse me." Shinra opened the door and came to Mina's room, which was just normal. Practical, simple, and efficient. He couldn't see her preferences or personality from this room, which made him wonder whether she was lazy, professional, or something else, but he wouldn't judge her just because of this room.
"Sorry for calling you when you are about to rest."
"No, it's not a problem." Shinra made a ceremonial salute, following the standard of the military, and asked, "Do you need me for something, Commander?"
"There is no need for a formal exchange. Just relax. I have called you for a personal reason. Sit down first. Are you okay with tea?"
"Yes, thank you very much."
Shinra didn't know what Mina was thinking, but he could tell that Mina must have known Kafka, as evidenced by her hesitation during the decision on what to do with him, which revealed her worry through her eyes.
Yet, without a doubt, he also had to admit that she was the most beautiful woman in the Defense Force, with black, silky hair that she tied in a ponytail, and a military suit that perfectly displayed her curves while giving her a heroic charm.
While many men were probably in awe of her due to how powerful Mina was, many also dreamed of having her under them, showing a slutty expression as she cried lewdly under them.
Still, while he had such a thought, he didn't show it on his face, and he also wouldn't do it, especially when he had kissed Kikoru before. Probably, Kikoru had already thought of him as her man, and knowing her, she might tell her father, the general director of the Defense Force, Shinomiya Isao.
If Kikoru somehow found out that Shinra had a relationship with Mina, what would she do?
Even if Kikoru wouldn't do anything, Kikoru's father might cut his penis—
'Fortunately...'
As he had used the Eye of Usurp on the Kaiju before, he gained a regeneration ability, so he wouldn't worry about losing his penis.
Still, without a doubt, when he saw Mina bent forward, trying to make tea for him, causing her skirt to stretch and become tight, it made his young body restless.