Chapter Four: Ever-Changing Children's Fashion

Based on Suzuki Haruaki’s test results, the "Cash Ability" can not only be used to enhance inanimate objects but also to boost the combat power of living beings.

Furthermore, although Suzuki Haruaki cannot control the rate at which financial power depletes, he can cause the remaining financial power within an enhanced item to explode all at once, unleashing a far greater force.

To put it simply, if we liken the financial power converted from money by the "Cash Ability" to gas, then ordinary financial power enhancement is like lighting a stove burner, while detonating all the remaining financial power at once is akin to blowing up the entire gas tank.

For example, if Suzuki Haruaki channels the equivalent of one thousand yen of financial power into his arms, his arm strength surges dramatically, reaching roughly the power of an adult man’s arms and sustaining for nearly a minute.

If he chooses to unleash all the remaining financial power in his arms at once, he can deliver a punch with several times the force of a normal person’s, though only one such punch is possible.

Unless Suzuki Haruaki replenishes his arms with financial power again, his strength reverts to its original level after the burst.

Moreover, the larger the object being enhanced, the more financial power it consumes.

Spending just one thousand yen worth of financial power allows Suzuki Haruaki’s arms to possess the strength comparable to an adult man’s.

But to boost his entire body’s strength and speed to that level requires tens of thousands of yen in financial power.

There’s no denying that the "Cash Ability" is incredibly powerful, but it is truly a money-burning skill.

If it weren’t for Suzuki Haruaki’s wealthy background, not only would an elementary school student like him be unable to afford it, but even an ordinary office worker would find the "Cash Ability" beyond their means.

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The next morning, after enjoying a hearty breakfast, Suzuki Haruaki and Tamaka Kurosaki boarded his private nanny car, heading toward Torobika Amusement Park.

The weekend amusement park was livelier than on weekdays, and describing it as packed with crowds was no exaggeration.

Besides parents who took advantage of the weekend to bring their children for fun, there were plenty of young couples, filling the air with an unmistakable scent of love’s sour sweetness.

To prevent Suzuki Haruaki from getting lost, Tamaka Kurosaki held his small hand tightly as they stepped off the nanny car.

“Black, white, red, yellow...” Observing the young ladies in short skirts around them, effortlessly exuding youth, Suzuki Haruaki, blessed with an excellent vantage point, unconsciously hummed a fitting tune.

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“Haruaki, over here!” The trio, who had been taking photos with mascots at the amusement park entrance, spotted Suzuki Haruaki and eagerly waved their hands.

(✧◡✧)

Suzuki Haruaki looked toward the sound and his eyes brightened instantly.

Above Yoshida Ayumi and the others floated the words “Check-in Available” in large letters, like the young ladies dressed lightly, continuously beckoning him.

“I’m coming!”

Happily, Suzuki Haruaki ran toward the trio and lightly high-fived them.

“Ding! Successfully checked in: Genta Kojima. Reward: 4 stamina points. Host may claim at any time.”

“Ding! Successfully checked in: Mitsuhiko Tsuburaya. Reward: 3 speed points. Host may claim at any time.”

“Ding! Successfully checked in: Ayumi Yoshida. Reward: ‘Transformable Children’s Outfit.’ Host may claim at any time.”

The stamina and speed points were self-explanatory—they could increase Suzuki Haruaki’s stamina and speed attributes, much like free attribute points in a game.

After applying the newly acquired stamina and speed points, Suzuki Haruaki’s speed and stamina attributes rose to seven points each, rivaling those of an average middle schooler.

Compared to the straightforward attribute values, Suzuki Haruaki was more curious about the “Transformable Children’s Outfit” checked in from Ayumi Yoshida.

[Equipment Name: Transformable Children’s Outfit
Type: Armor
Quality: Common
Effect 1 (Shape-shifting): Can mimic the appearance of any style of children’s clothing, perfectly fitting the wearer’s figure.
Effect 2 (Spotless): Comes with a self-cleaning function; no matter where you play, the clothes remain spotless.
Effect 3 (Auto-repair): If damaged, the outfit can automatically restore itself to its original state over time.

Note: A little secret—can also be used as female clothing~]

Setting aside the somewhat cheeky note, Suzuki Haruaki had to admit the attributes of the “Transformable Children’s Outfit” were truly impressive.

Looking purely at its clothing attributes, it seemed not to offer defensive capabilities, but upon reflection, it could indeed serve as armor.

Whether bulletproof vests or armor suits, there could be children’s clothing versions of the same style.

Therefore, theoretically, the “Transformable Children’s Outfit” could also transform into such types of armor.

If it weren’t for the surrounding crowd, Suzuki Haruaki would have wanted to change into the “Transformable Children’s Outfit” right then to test its effects.

“Haruaki, who’s this lady?” After greeting Suzuki Haruaki, Ayumi Yoshida and the others cast curious glances toward Tamaka Kurosaki standing nearby.

“I’m Tamaka Kurosaki, Haruaki’s personal maid,” Tamaka Kurosaki smiled gently and bowed in introduction before Suzuki Haruaki could answer.

At this moment, Tamaka Kurosaki wasn’t wearing her usual black maid uniform but had changed into casual sportswear. Her long hair was tied into a single ponytail at waist level, radiating vibrant youthful energy that was equally overwhelming to an elementary schooler.

“Personal… personal maid?!”

Mitsuhiko Tsuburaya and Genta Kojima looked shocked, their faces full of astonishment. Gazing at Tamaka Kurosaki’s gentle and beautiful smile, they couldn’t help but cast envious looks at Suzuki Haruaki.

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Damn it! Just thinking about such a kind older sister waking Suzuki Haruaki up every morning and playing with him made one so envious!

“But… personal maids aren’t only for rich young masters on TV, right?” Ayumi Yoshida said, turning to look at Suzuki Haruaki, who was dressed like an ordinary person. Her large, bright eyes were full of confusion.

Because Suzuki Haruaki didn’t attend the same kindergarten class as Ayumi and the others, they had only known him for less than two months and naturally knew nothing about his family background.

Suzuki Haruaki spread his hands helplessly with a wry smile. “Don’t look at me like that~ My family is just a little richer than average. My parents are usually busy with work and don’t have time to take care of me, so they asked Sister Tamaka to help look after me.”