In a modern world where women vastly outnumber men and traditional gender roles are reversed, Kael Aeron is anything but typical. Once an orphan in a previous life, he is reborn into this unfamiliar reality — a place where men are cherished, protected, and often pursued.

For a time, Aeron finds peace with his loving mother… until a tragic car accident robs him of that happiness just before middle school. Lifeless and emotionally numb, he spends his years working at his grandparents’ cake shop by day and bar by night — not for money, but to forget.

When his devoted father remarries the powerful president of a major corporation, Aeron gains a new home, a new life… and a stepsister, Ayaka — beautiful, sharp, and already falling for him.

Now entering Tenkaichi Elite Academy, Aeron quickly becomes the center of attention without trying. From the cold and respected business queen Mirei Asagiri, to the cheerful idol Yume, the curious honor student Arisa, the rebellious artist Sera, the silent nurse Mei, and even Ayaka’s best friend Misora — they all find themselves drawn to the one boy who doesn’t chase, doesn’t beg, and doesn’t care.

But Aeron is no prize to be won.

In this twisted world of admiration, rivalry, and unspoken hearts, one thing becomes clear:

> Love doesn’t always knock. Sometimes, it barges in. And hearts? They never ask permission.

One Week Later – Late Night, Kael Household


Every night, he'd vanish. Every morning, he'd return before dawn — silent, calm, satisfied. He never said where he went. Not to Ayaka. Not to his father. Not even to Yume, who often waited for his messages.


Drifting through mountain roads, speed-blitzing past radar points. The black hypercar became a myth in the surrounding regions — "The Phantom on Lucent Ridge," some began calling it.


In a world where men rarely even walked alone, a man dominating the road was a scandal waiting to happen.


She'd been watching. Listening. He always came home after midnight. Always went out just after ten.


Her obsession, buried beneath politeness, was boiling.


> "Where is he going? What is he doing? Who is he with?"


Ayaka and Mirei sat on opposite couches — unplanned, but not accidental.


"…You know where he's going," Mirei said flatly.


"He's driving. Alone. It's therapy. And it's his business."


"Driving?" Ayaka repeated, eyes wide. "But men—!"


"I taught him," Himari interrupted. "And he's already better than most racers I've seen."


Mirei leaned forward. "So he's not just fast with emotions… he's fast with everything."


Ayaka stood, whispering, "This isn't fair."


"Nothing about Aeron ever was," Himari said quietly. "But that's what makes him dangerous."


Side Scene – Lucent Corp Private Office


Later that day, Himari pulled Aeron aside.


"We're starting your business lessons next week."


"Because whether you want to lead this world or run from it, you'll need power. And power only listens to those who understand it."


> "And just like that, the boy who said he didn't care about anything… Took his first step into a world that bows to only one thing—control."


Chapter 25 - ch.25 The Phantom Driver