In the living room.
Yuzuru was completely focused on controlling the airflow in his mouth, blowing out an unprecedentedly large pink bubble.
He was beaming with pride, his eyes and eyebrows strutting about, just as he was bracing himself for the girls' admiring or adoring gazes—
"Ding, an item around the host has been randomly enhanced. Please select the direction of enhancement."
The system notification sounded in his ear without warning.
Like an emotionless announcer.
"Smack!"
Startled, Yuzuru lost control of his mouth for a moment, and the huge, artistic bubble burst.
Sticky, sweet pink sugar threads suddenly splattered all over his face, and some stubborn threads even clung playfully to his hair, instantly turning him from a "bubble expert" into a "dessert disaster scene."
"..." Yuzuru was speechless.
"Pfft—Hahaha!"
As expected, there was no worship; instead, silvery laughter instantly filled the entire living room.
"System...you really know how to pick your timing..."
Yu Shengnan silently complained in his heart about this system that always appeared at the most inopportune times.
He took the wet wipe from the maid, who was trying to suppress a laugh, and wiped his face haphazardly. While the girls were still laughing and comparing who could blow the biggest bubbles, he immersed his consciousness into the system interface.
[Random Item: A key from the shoe cabinet in the host's villa]
"The key to the shoe cabinet?"
Yu Sheng Nan thought back for a moment and realized that it seemed to be a spare key to the villa, which was rarely used and had just been left there to collect dust.
Strengthening this thing? What will it become?
On the system panel, three new enhancement directions slowly emerged:
Enhancement Direction 1: A "Universal Access Key" from a certain Time and Space Administration. This key can grant one-time access control over any mechanical lock, electronic lock, or even low-level magical barrier, allowing for absolute opening or closing.
(There are no doors that can't be opened, only people you don't want to see.)
This option consumes 1 point of spiritual energy.
"A universal key?"
Yuzuru touched his chin.
It sounds like it'll work pretty well, but it's actually not very effective.
Do you understand what it means to overcome all methods with one force?
If you're strong enough, no matter what kind of lock it is, one punch will open it obediently.
Enhancement Option Two: "Return Scroll - Key Version" from a fantasy game. Insert the key into any door and turn it to temporarily transform that door into a one-time directional teleportation portal to a preset "home". After use, the key goes on a 24-hour cooldown period.
(No matter how far away, there will always be a door open for you.)
This option consumes 5 points of spiritual energy.
"Hmm? This is good!"
Yuzuru's eyes lit up, but then he felt a little regretful.
It actually has cooling.
"System, you're no good. Didn't you sign a strategic contract with Doraemon Department Store? Remember to buy a Anywhere Door next time. That thing is useful."
Yu Shengnan muttered to himself for a moment before continuing to read.
Enhancement Direction 3: The "Star Key - Improved Version" from the world of Cardcaptor Sakura. After the holder recites a specific incantation, it can transform into a complete magic wand, allowing them to become a Cardcaptor Sakura.
Each time the wand is successfully unsealed, it will automatically equip the holder with a set of "magical combat suits" (style random) that are meticulously designed by "Tomoyo" and combine ultimate beauty and practicality.
The improved version includes an additional initial Clow Card – "The Wind".
(Key that conceals dark power! Reveal your true form before me! By contract, Sakura commands you! "Release the seal!!!")
This option consumes 10 points of spiritual energy.
"The Star Key? System, what have you done?!"
Yuzuru was genuinely shocked this time.
Cardcaptor Sakura, my childhood goddess!
Sakura Kinomoto, the true first-generation dress-up master and mentor, even though she was just an elementary school student, provided a wealth of inspiration for various dress-up games and Love Nikki.
Yuzuru stared at the third option, his eyes twitching slightly.
"System...have you been binge-watching anime lately?"
In an instant, an image flashed uncontrollably into his mind: himself holding a key, bathed in pink light, shouting a shameful incantation, and then suddenly changing into a gorgeous tulle dress...
No, Taisha is dead!
Just imagining it makes my toes start carving out a villa.
While wands and Clow Cards are indeed useful, the level of embarrassment they evokes is off the charts; he wouldn't even dare to think about it, and he would never use them even if you killed him.
"System, enhance the third option."
"Ding, enhancement successful."
Selected instantly, without any hesitation.
It smells so good!
He doesn't know how to use it, but someone in his family does, and he's already figured out the best person to use it.
Cardcaptor Sakura, Cardcaptor Ai.
They're both junior members, a perfect match!
He couldn't wait to see that scene.
With a thought, Yu Shengnan silently brought the newly enhanced Star Key to his hand.
The key has a simple yet exquisite design, with a gemstone at the top that seems to contain stars, shimmering with a mysterious luster under the living room lights.
"A magical girl who can change clothes..."
Yu Shengnan fiddled with the keys, a playful smile playing on his lips, his gaze unconsciously drifting towards a certain arrogant loli who was pretending to be focused on her homework but was actually secretly listening intently.
I'm sorry, Sakura.
Soon, you'll have a competitor in the Shiho version.
The Cardcaptor Sakura World's Card King Championship is about to begin.
Shimabukuro Kimie was the first to notice the item that had suddenly appeared in Hanyu Kusunoki's hand. As a shrine maiden, she keenly sensed that the key contained a peculiar and pure magical fluctuation that was slightly different from the divine power she knew.
He couldn't help but ask curiously, "My Lord, what is this...?"
Akemi and Ai looked over when they heard this.
Akemi's curiosity is genuine, while Ai's gaze carries the inquisitiveness of a scientist examining new things.
Yuzuru smiled slightly and shook the Star Key in his hand: "Oh, this? It's a little gadget I just made. It's quite interesting."
He briefly explained the effects of the Star Key: "By holding it and reciting a specific incantation, you can transform into... well, a magical girl? You gain the power to use magic and will automatically change into a supposedly very beautiful battle suit."
Someone deliberately omitted the specific content of the incantation and details about the potentially overly ornate combat suit.
After hearing the introduction, Mingmei and Junhui had a lukewarm reaction.
A young maid cares about her master's daily life; a full-time shrine maiden serves orthodox gods.
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