[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-m-strong-but-only-if-i-stay-lewd":3,"chapter-i-m-strong-but-only-if-i-stay-lewd-i-m-strong-but-only-if-i-stay-lewd-chapter-73":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I'm Strong But Only If I Stay Lewd",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},461332,716,"Chapter 73: I’m Not Really Into All That Hero Stuff.","i-m-strong-but-only-if-i-stay-lewd-chapter-73",73,"\u003Cp>It was just a casual day after school.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The final bell echoed through the long corridors of Tokyo Metropolitan University like a sigh of relief, releasing hundreds of students into the warm afternoon sunlight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lockers slammed shut with metallic bangs, laughter and chatter filled the air, and groups of friends streamed toward the main gates in a colorful, energetic wave. Some students hurried to club activities, others checked their phones for train schedules, while a few lingered near the school entrance, reluctant to end the day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The campus felt alive with the familiar buzz of freedom after hours of lectures and notes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akane waved bye at Hanako and the others from a short distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stood near the main gate, her vibrant red hair catching the golden sunlight as she raised her hand with a bright, genuine smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"See you tomorrow, everyone!\" she called out, her voice carrying clearly across the small crowd. Hanako waved back enthusiastically, flashing a wide grin, while a few other club members nodded or shouted casual goodbyes. Akane watched them for a moment longer, her expression softening with fondness, before turning toward the curb where a sleek, luxurious black limousine had just pulled up silently beside her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The car was elegant and imposing — deep tinted windows, polished chrome accents, and the subtle emblem of a prestigious private transport service gleaming on the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The uniformed driver stepped out smoothly and opened the rear door for her with a respectful bow, his movements precise and professional.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akane slid into the spacious leather interior, sinking into the cool, plush seat with a long, tired sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The conditioned air wrapped around her like a gentle embrace, a welcome relief from the afternoon warmth outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The limousine began its smooth journey, gliding away from the bustling school grounds and heading toward the outskirts of Tokyo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her family home was located in the exclusive Azure Peaks Estate, a reserved, high-security mountainous district about two hours away from the school.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nestled among misty, forested hills and ancient cedar trees, the estate was a world of quiet luxury and privacy, home to some of the country’s most influential and wealthy families.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Towering modern mansions blended seamlessly with traditional Japanese architecture, surrounded by private gardens, koi ponds, security gates, and breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a place where wealth and status were felt rather than loudly displayed — peaceful, secure, and far removed from the chaotic energy of city life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The drive was peaceful and scenic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akane leaned back against the soft leather, watching the cityscape gradually give way to rolling green hills, winding mountain roads, and clusters of elegant estates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She let out another long sigh, the events of the day — the club room revelations, the intense moments with Rin, Hanako, and the unexpected tension with Yuri — still swirling in her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gentle hum of the engine and the soft classical music playing through the speakers helped her unwind as the limousine climbed higher into the reserved hills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the car finally passed through the grand, heavily guarded security gates of Azure Peaks Estate and pulled up to her family’s expansive residence, Akane stepped out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mansion was a stunning blend of modern glass walls and traditional dark wood, surrounded by meticulously manicured gardens with flowing koi ponds, blooming cherry trees, and carefully placed stone lanterns.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air here smelled cleaner, fresher, carrying hints of pine and blooming flowers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the luxurious living room, Akane’s younger brother was sitting casually on one of the large, cream-colored sofas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His name was Reito — a fitting name for someone with striking white hair that fell softly around his face like fresh winter snow, paired with sharp, icy blue eyes that seemed to hold a quiet, intense depth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike Akane’s vibrant red hair, Reito’s appearance was cool and almost ethereal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was scrolling through his phone with one hand while the other absentmindedly played with a small, dancing blue flame that flickered harmlessly between his fingers, casting soft azure light across his pale skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced up as Akane entered and gave her a lazy, affectionate grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Welcome back, sis,\" he said, the blue flame vanishing with a casual flick of his wrist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their mother was also in the living room, seated elegantly near the large floor-to-ceiling window with a book in her lap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had the same shining, almost luminous white hair as her son, cascading gracefully down her back, and the same piercing blue eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her power was ice — she could summon razor-sharp icicles, create protective barriers of frozen crystal, or dramatically lower temperatures with a mere gesture. Even now, a faint, refreshing chill seemed to linger around her, keeping the spacious room perfectly comfortable despite the warm afternoon outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Akane’s father came down the grand staircase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was a tall, imposing man with a calm, authoritative presence and salt-and-pepper hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akane greeted him warmly, walking over to give him a quick, affectionate hug.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m home, Dad,\" she said, her voice carrying the tiredness of the long day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smiled and ruffled her red hair lightly with a large, gentle hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You came home late today,\" he noted, his tone gentle but observant as he studied her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akane replied with a small shrug and a tired smile, \"Well, I always come home around this time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stretched her arms above her head, feeling the accumulated weight of the day in her shoulders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m exhausted and hungry...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she added casually, \"Less I forget, Dad... I’ll be out by midnight today for some research.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her father raised an eyebrow slightly, crossing his arms as he leaned against the staircase railing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah, I heard you’re part of that association in your school.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was referring to the occult research club and its hidden connection to the Hero Association.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akane paused for a moment, then replied honestly, her voice carrying quiet determination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m not really into all that hero stuff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m just in the club for personal reasons, nothing more.\" She didn’t want to grow up becoming a full-time hero like so many others dreamed of.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her real goal was clear and steady in her mind — she wanted to become a successful doctor in the future, helping people through medicine, science, and dedicated study rather than supernatural battles and monster hunting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the hero activities and late-night operations felt like a distraction from her true path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was only deeply involved in the club because of Rin — her complicated feelings for him kept pulling her back in, making her participate despite her lack of genuine interest in the larger heroic world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The living room fell into a comfortable, familiar silence as the family settled into their evening routines.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akane kicked off her shoes near the entrance and headed toward the kitchen, already thinking about dinner and the late-night operation she had agreed to join later with the club.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The luxurious yet warm home wrapped around her like a familiar embrace, a stark contrast to the chaotic, emotionally charged day she had just experienced at school.\u003C\u002Fp>",1182,"2026-05-30T10:13:23.177Z","2026-06-01T04:30:58.405Z",1,"novelbin.me","acc12d9a0282148cce0532b56b6a249fb29409c6744cbe54097db49c995af1cc","i-m-strong-but-only-if-i-stay-lewd-chapter-74","i-m-strong-but-only-if-i-stay-lewd-chapter-72",106,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-m-strong-but-only-if-i-stay-lewd-cover.jpg"]