How did I turn my victim into a phoenix-like hero?

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He had a child late in life at the age of 50 and immediately resigned from his job.

He then opened a private kendo dojo and retired early.

He's not some super-powerful, god-like swordsman, but learning some basic training methods is enough.

As you can tell from his name, this man is Bridgman's father.

Sirocco's father also knew Brid's father.

From what I remember, the reason these two seemingly unrelated people became friends was because my dad wanted to lose weight, so he asked the other person to teach him kendo, and the two of them had quite a few things to talk about regarding raising (and spoiling) daughters…

It's not that I don't want to find a high-level master who is pleasing to the eye, like a beautiful young girl or a cute loli, but either they are too far away or I don't have the money to go.

The main reason I chose this old man is because he's close to home, and the tuition shouldn't be too expensive. I'll let my dad pay the outstanding fees for me.

The only problem is...

"A doting, idiotic father who spoils his daughter..."

Sirocco got out of the bathtub and dried himself with a towel.

Thorna seems to have always thought that Sirocco was a girl, which is why he allowed Brid to play with Sirocco when they were children; otherwise, he would have torn him to pieces long ago.

"Looks like I'll have to pretend to be a woman for a while."

Fortunately, I don't have to wear women's clothing. If the other party doesn't ask, I won't say anything more and let this misunderstanding continue!

Anyway, I have no other thoughts about your daughter.

I remember in the game, during the middle of the game, Cass learned from an NPC that Thorna really liked the fig and walnut bread from a bakery in the North District called Assen Bakery.

Give the bread to Thorna, and he will be willing to teach you exercise techniques and methods.

Training with him will increase your maximum HP, as well as your End and AGI. Essentially, it's a story reward unlocked when you reach a certain level of affinity with Brid.

She's a foodie, just like her daughter.

I'll go out and buy the freshest bread in a bit to show my sincerity!

After a pleasant bath, Sirocco opened the sliding door to the bathroom stall and bumped into Hill, who was brushing her teeth.

“Good morning, brother…” Hill’s eyes moved down from Sirocco’s face, the blush spreading from her neck to her ears and then covering her entire face.

Oh right, I wasn't wearing any clothes.

"Could you please stop staring at my elephant?"

"Brother...brother...that pervert! Pervert! Sexual harassment maniac!"

Hill, his face flushed, began to curse in a low voice, grabbed a clean piece of clothing from the rack and threw it at Sirocco's face, then quickly and quietly left.

"I was afraid of disturbing the neighbors, so I didn't yell too loudly. What a good kid. But I remember I should have put up a sign."

Sirocco checked the sign hanging at the door; it hadn't fallen off or been flipped over, confirming it wasn't his fault.

Maybe my younger sister overslept and didn't notice.

Haha, what a clueless guy.

"Speaking of which...my younger sister..."

Perhaps it was after taking a shower, or perhaps the pain in his body disappeared, but the memories sealed by Sirocco loosened.

Cass also has a younger sister.

I remember her name was... Katya.

That character never awoke until the end of the main story and wasn't a romanceable character. Although there was a lot of discussion among players about this Sleeping Beauty-like character, the development team included a CG scene in the game's side story showing her being raped and dismembered after being sexually assaulted...

There are just too many people in the production team who enjoy extreme tastes.

"Gan, my good mood from early this morning is all gone."

Sirocco shook his head, banishing the memories. He went back to his room, changed into the black-trimmed tracksuit he wore in junior high, and got ready to leave before heading to the entrance.

He didn't want to run into Claude and cause unnecessary misunderstandings that would waste time explaining.

"You're up early, kid."

Claude came in through the door, carrying a large paper bag: "I've never seen you this early, except when you were rushing to catch the school bus in elementary school."

I am really afraid of what will happen.

Looking at his blond hair and bronze skin, Sirocco couldn't help but think that male prostitutes who worked the night shift probably looked like this when they came home.

"Oh, good morning, Dad. I'd like to improve my physical fitness by going for a morning run."

Sirocco lied without batting an eye, while he was a little puzzled as to why Claude was home so early in the morning.

"Ah, so young..."

"?"

It was unclear what Claude was reminiscing about, but he handed the paper bag to Sirocco, who opened it with a puzzled expression—

"bread?"

The bread was still made with figs and walnuts, and the paper bag was also designed by Assen Bakery.

"I've already spoken to Torna beforehand. It's the kendo dojo I usually go to, you should know it, the orange-haired girl's dad next door."

"If you can get into the Explorers' School, ask him to mentor you. That guy claims he used to teach fourth-level explorers, but he was probably just bragging after drinking too much."

Although it's probably true.

"Dad, thank you."

It saves me from having to travel far and spend extra money on bread.

"Tsk, don't get me wrong, brat! I just don't want you staying at home and disturbing my sweet time with my wife and daughter. If you suddenly die in the dungeon, Cohen and Hill will definitely be very sad, and I won't be able to eat if the atmosphere at home becomes bad."

If the conflict is unilaterally dropped, Claude left complaining that he was "exhausted," presumably wanting to take another nap before eating the breakfast his wife Cohen made.

"Being arrogant isn't fashionable anymore, Dad."

Sirocco picked up the bread that smelled of wheat and gently closed the door.

"I will not die, nor will I let you die."

Sirocco left home.

Little did they know, the door opened again at that moment, and a girl with yellow pigtails peeked out from the doorway.

As Hill watched Sirocco's retreating figure, the worry in his eyes deepened and intensified.

"It's strange."

Hill, dressed in sportswear, was clearly prepared and quietly followed Sirocco.

"Brother, who are you going to see so early?"

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The south gate of the lakeside park.

There are already a few people running, exercising, or elderly people taking a stroll.

When Thorna appears, he immediately kneels down, introduces himself, and offers bread.

This is what Kas did; Sirocco has no intention of imitating him.

Every morning, rain or shine, Thorner would run 20 laps around the park, barefoot like an ascetic. If you just wait, you're sure to "bump into" him.

Sirocco sat on the stone chair, waiting, wondering how long he would have to wait.

Huff... Huff... Sirocco heard heavy breathing, but his nose caught a faint fragrance.

As the person drew closer, Sirocco sensed something was wrong. The newcomer had orange hair, and the sound of his footsteps was that of running shoes.

It's Bridgman.

She appears delicate at first glance, but beneath her gray-blue tracksuit are well-proportioned muscles, making it clear that she runs regularly.

When Brid realized it was Sirocco, she looked away in confusion, pretending not to see him.

Gan, how come it's Brid?

Fortunately, the other party didn't seem to want much contact with him either, so Sirocco pretended not to see it.

Perhaps her memory is faulty, or perhaps it has been corrected. Why is Brid suddenly exercising in the lakeside park? Even if Cliff's challenge event has been triggered, she should be practicing swordsmanship at her home kendo dojo instead of running here.

Sirocco remained seated, intending to wait a little longer; perhaps Thorna would follow behind.

The two brushed past each other, and after running a few steps, Brid suddenly stopped and turned back to Sirocco's side.

"?"

The steaming Breed approached Sirocco.

Sirocco propped himself up on his arms, gazing listlessly at Brid's resolute face, which was covered in sweat.

Although I told her yesterday that we should start over, she was in the mood to reconnect with me today. Should I say that her mindset changed quickly, or that she really doesn't care?

Sirocco thought it was more likely the latter; Brid looked like a cool and aloof beauty, but in reality... she was a bit of a ditz.

What brings you here?

Sirocco exudes such an aura, but that's not what Brid is focused on.