Chapter 2: The First Target – Delia Ketchum**
Ash took a deep breath, a smirk forming on his lips. If the **Lust System** wanted him to win a woman's heart, why not start with the one closest to him? **Delia Ketchum—his mother in this world.**
The system had already integrated into his body, giving him a heightened awareness of his surroundings. When he focused on Delia's voice outside the door, **his senses sharpened**—he could hear the subtle nervousness in her breath, the slight eagerness in her tone.
**[Ding! Passive Charm Effect Activated (+10% Attraction).]**
He grinned. *Let's put this to the test.*
Sliding out of bed, he walked to the door and opened it, flashing Delia a **soft yet confident smile**.
"Good morning, Mom," he said, his voice smoother than before.
Delia, standing in the hallway with a plate in her hands, blinked in surprise. Her brown eyes widened slightly as she took in her son's unusual confidence.
"Oh! You're awake," she said, a faint blush dusting her cheeks. "I made pancakes."
Ash leaned casually against the doorframe, letting his gaze subtly trail over her. Delia was undeniably beautiful—slender, well-proportioned, with a warm and caring aura. But now, through the **Lust System's perspective**, he noticed even more. The way her nightgown slightly hugged her curves, the way her lips parted just slightly when she spoke.
**[Ding! Target Delia Ketchum—Affinity: 40/100 (Natural Affection: Motherly Love).]**
Ash smirked inwardly. *40 points already? That's a strong start.*
"Mom," he said, stepping closer, "I just wanted to say… you're amazing. You take care of everything by yourself, and I never really appreciated it before. I'm lucky to have you."
Delia's breath hitched. She wasn't used to hearing such heartfelt words from Ash, who was normally energetic but a little immature.
**[Affinity +5]**
She looked away, flustered. "O-Oh, sweetie, you're making me blush!"
Ash took the plate from her hands, letting his fingers brush against hers. A small, intentional touch.
"Then I guess I should do that more often," he whispered with a playful smirk.
**[Affinity +5]**
Delia giggled nervously, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear. "You're acting different today, Ash. More… mature."
Ash chuckled. "Maybe I just realized how lucky I am to have such a beautiful mom."
Her blush deepened.
**[Ding! Lust System Notice: Seduction Progress—Moderate Success! Affinity: 50/100.]**
Delia cleared her throat. "W-Well, eat your pancakes before they get cold!" She turned quickly, heading toward the kitchen—but Ash noticed how she **brushed her hair behind her ear again, a clear nervous habit.**
Watching her, Ash smirked.