Yet another hectic week at the Tendo household. So many near calls between Ranma and his mother, so many misunderstandings, so many shenanigans… And Akane was still not certain about where exactly they stood. Either herself and Ranma, or him with his mother. It looked like they were getting closer, inch by inch, but something just kept coming up time and again.
In this particular instance it had all been kicked off by a noticeable growth in Akane’s bust size. She’d been so proud on needing a new bra! Until Ranma had to go and spoil it with some careless remark or other, apparently oblivious to the fact he was even doing so. Then his mother showed up, and -
And here she was in her new bra, staring at herself in a mirror. Periodically sighing to herself. Did Ranma actually find her attractive, or was he just being a big macho proud idiot and pretending not to? The fact that his girl form’s bust was still growing, still much larger than her own, that really hurt.
“If only I could make them grow bigger,” she said to herself. Then maybe he wouldn’t insult her so much all the time…
“Well, if that’s all you want! Maybe I can give you a hand!”
If nothing else, her reaction time had certainly shot right up. Used to be, she’d never be able to smash Happosai into the dirt under a mallet like this.
“And what kind of hand were you thinking of giving, you dirty old man?” she sneered at him, leaning a little on the mallet to try and emphasise her irritation with him.
“Oof… You’re becoming more like your fiance every day!” the old man said, gently pushing the hammer off his tiny body with a leverage he should not have been able to get at all. “There’s no need to be so rude -”
“Except for how you were apparently peeking on me in the privacy of my own room.”
“Well, sure, there is that! But I’m here to help!” Happosai replied, drawing out his pipe and puffing on it. Akane took a swing with the intention of sending him out of the window. Not so lucky that time. She looked around and there he was, sitting on the end of it as serene as it was possible for the ancient pervert to look. “After all, there’s nobody that knows about improving bust size like li’l old me!”
“I’m sure!” Akane spat, vigorously shaking her mallet to try and get rid of the martial arts master. “Just as much as I’m sure yours isn’t the kind of help I’d even like!”
Happosai merely chuckled and hopped off to the floor. “Five ways,” he said. “I know of five ways that guarantee success. By the time you’re done with any one of them, your bust will be bigger than dear, sweet Ranma-chan’s! Guaranteed!”
This was about the point Akane had the state of mind to grab the nearest shirt and pull it over her head; no point in giving him a free show while trying to get rid of him.
“Yeah, right!” she said. “And what do you get out of being so generous for once?”
To which Happosai simply stared up at her with an aura-exaggerated deadpan expression that pretty much told the whole story. Right. She would have bigger breasts. The reward and the prize were one and the same. Their ultimate goals were the same, for very different reasons. In which case maybe he really did have something… But on the other hand!
“Why should I even believe you?” she asked, quiet as a whisper but forceful as a yell. “Do you even know how close you made it that Ranma would have to kill himself? Do you even care? That nonsense with the dress in front of his mother! What were you thinking?!”
“Now, now! I didn’t even find out about this whole seppuku nonsense until just a few minutes ago! The last thing I want is for Ranma to get his head cut off… Get a little sense knocked into it, certainly, but a decapitation is a bit too far! Here, I’ll just leave these scrolls explaining how they work, and you can do whatever you like with them. Later, Akane-chan!”
It was amazing how he could just hop out of the window like that, opening and closing it so quickly that Akane didn’t even notice until after the fact. True to his word, there were five scrolls lying on the floor next to where he had been just a moment ago. Well, she knew where those were going! Right in the bin! It wasn’t like she would even be able to read them anyway, given that his handwriting was completely atrocious! There was no point, and even if there was it wasn’t as if she was likely to make use of the techniques at all. No sir, not happening!
Then again. The old man had almost certainly read them himself, and depending on the technique might work out a way to force it on someone. Worse yet, he might even have copies… Which he could give out to more trusting people. People unaware of who he was and what he was like. People that might fall into his trap, hook line and sinker. Alright. Fine. She picked one up and unrolled it.
<b><u>The Fruit Of Aphrodite</u></b>
<i>According to legends, when the Greek gods lost their immortality they bestowed their essence into a variety of fruits hidden throughout the world. Each is well hidden and secured behind a series of difficult trials to ensure only the worthy can acquire them.
Upon consumption of Aphrodite’s fruit, it is said that anyone devouring it will gain the bewitching beauty of Aphrodite. There are three trials that must be passed to obtain entry, and those that fail are kicked out of the area never to return.
Trial 1: The trial of grace
Trial 2: The trial of love
Trial 3: The trial of heart
The Fruit of Aphrodite is hidden within the area currently known as Furinkan, buried underneath - </i> Waitadamnminute! That was Ukyo’s shop! Well. If she got hold of something like that it might not be too bad. What else was there?
<b><u>The Necklace of Augmentation</u></b>
<i>A long-hidden item until recently, when it resurfaced within the Kuno -</i> Oh… Oh god! Not the Kunos! She had enough of them as it was, thank you very much! Skip that, get to the effect. <i>While the necklace is being worn, its wearer will undergo a gradual increase in their bust size. Muscles in the back adjust to accommodate the additional weight, and both clothing and balance issues are immediately resolved by the magic of the necklace.
It is believed to have been created by a witch intending to impress a particularly handsome noble boy. Documented evidence warns that the effect may become addictive.</i>
Yikes, that last part made it sound pretty dangerous! Leaving that sort of thing in the hands of the Kuno family... Not exactly a nice thought. Right. Next scroll. Just to be clear on if the others are safe as well, of course.
<b><u>The Cutie Hot Maid Cafe</u></b>
<i>This is a peculiar maid cafe with an unusual spell cast upon it. Any member of staff will, over the course of a month, undergo a significant increase in breast size. Their uniform will automatically adjust to adapt, but other clothing will not. The owners are fully aware of this effect, and routinely take on staff for only a month. Simply apply to the following address, and should they be happy with the application they will hire when there is next an open slot in their work shifts.</i>
Okay, that one didn’t seem like much of a threat. Weird she hadn’t heard of it before now, especially since it was apparently just a few doors down from the Cat Cafe but… Akane shrugged and set it to the side. Just two more.
<b><u>Red Nymph’s Hot Spring</u></b>
<i>Found on the outskirts of Furinkan, and carefully hidden from public view is the Red Nymph’s Hot Spring. This location was closed down for public safety purposes, when numerous customers began reporting bizarre physical transformations or in some cases peculiar behaviour from a loved one.
In all cases, women would undergo an increase in general sex appeal, particularly within their breasts. Other effects are unpredictable, though many interviewed described them as generally beneficial.</i>
Definitely a place to avoid, then. Akane wasn’t really familiar with the area it described. Apparently there was a sexy kunoichi-themed place nearby. Alright. Let’s look at the last one!
<b><u>The Siren Statue</b></u>
<i>Deep within the bowels of Furinkan High School, there is a statue hidden and waiting for a worthwhile student. This statue is of a tall, scantily clad woman. Should any man enter her chamber, they will be turned to stone. Should any woman enter, the statue will come to life and teach them whatever they wish to know of sex appeal.
Interviewed subjects often describe the lessons as being similar to a learning experience within a martial arts dojo. Stances, motion, kata-like routines, manipulation of ki energy and other elements make this seem remarkably similar. However, the statue will also often teach methods for manipulating one’s appearance.</i>
Something so dangerous was within Furinkan High School? Well… that was less of a surprise than it used to be. So. Now she knew about the five scrolls, and what was within them. With a nod and a sigh, Akane decided it was time for bed. No more of this silly nonsense, she just wanted to sleep.
Except… It wouldn’t quite be that easy for her. Not when she found herself going after one of the five things described in the scroll after all… But which did she decide upon?
- The Fruit of Aphrodite
- Necklace of Augmentation
- Cutie Hot Maid Cafe
- Red Nymph’s Hot Spring
- Siren Statue
- She goes for more than one
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