Triple cedar hotel

Triple cedar hotel is a famous resort located in the Tochigi prefecture. It lies in the forests and offers a stunning view and features many amenities such as a world renowned golf course and extravagant ballrooms making it a popular destination for sporting events.

"YO! This place gets mad reviews! And we get to stay here!?" Iori grinned as she took various pictures.

"Registration was completed ahead of time so you may all enjoy the hotel at your leisure until the first round," Maida stated.

"Uh, can we change sections?" Rodeo asked.

"I believe you can, but you would need to go to the registration table."

Rodeo nodded and headed off as everyone began taking in the sights of the hotel.

"Yo Oki-kun, there one of those secret places here?" Iori grinned.

"Yeah-"

"Allow ME to guide you since I'M the vice-president," Yuusuke snickered.

"Yeah, shut up Shouben-kun, you're lame."

"T- THE HELL!?"

"Iori-chan, that was a little mean to just call Shousen-kun-"

"Yeah, Shouben-san is lame. This way, Iori-chan. I think this secret puzzle cafe should be open during the day since there's a tournament here," Okisato nodded as Yuusuke began to turn to stone.

"Um, is Shousen-kun OK?" Yuzuha nervously asked.

"Tanabe-kun... You truly are making it difficult for me not to get mad at you," Mimoko growled as she followed Iori and Okisato.

"And am I to be a mere packmule!?" Numakawa groaned as he struggled to carry a still fast asleep Utami.

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"Here's the place," Okisato nodded as the group entered the hotel's salon and spa.

The salon was mostly empty save for a few staff members and customers. One of the employees, a young woman with short blue hair, noticed the group and approached them. "Welcome to Triple cedar's world renowned spa and salon. My name is Michiko, do you have an appointment?"

"No, but I'd like a pin and a skewer."

"Um, what do you mean by an absolute pin?"

"The king would be in check if the pinned piece moved, thus the piece is absolutely pinned."

Michiko stared in shock for a few seconds before smiling. "Right this way."

She then led the group to the back where she pulled back one of the shampoo bottles on the shelf. Immediately, a secret door opened up and everyone entered to find a room that looked nearly identical to the secret puzzle cafe at Lagoon Pathways.

"Welcome to Triple cedar's secret puzzle cafe. I am Himitsuchan, the manager of this cafe. Will you attempt the daily challenge?" Michiko asked.

"Yeah, and I'll be back later to challenge you," Okisato nodded.

"Ah yes, you blundered horribly the last time you faced me. Very well, the cafe has extended hours due to the tournament."

"Wow, we sure brought some cuties here," a female voice cooed.

Everyone turned to see a beautiful young woman with long red and orange hair seated on one of the sofas. The woman was clad in a white bra-top, black mini-skirt, and white low-top sneakers. Her eyebrows were also dyed and were shaped like fiery comets, giving off the impression that she had an affinity towards fire.

"Madam, shall I introduce you?" Michiko asked.

"Why not? I believe the boy is aiming to challenge me eventually," the woman grinned.

"Very well. Everyone, it is my pleasure to introduce you to Maestro Himitsu."

Okisato and Mimoko were the only ones not to give Michiko a confused glance.

"'Maestro'? What do you mean? Does she own the hotel?" Yuzuha asked.

"Whoops, seems only two of you know about maestros like me. Well it's your lucky day, cuz here's a secret. There are secretly seven super grandmaster level chess players with ratings over 3000, and I'm one of them. Seems you caught me before I could dawn my signature attire," Himitsu blushed as she gestured over to a display case containing a fiery kimono adorned with scattering cherry blossom embroidery.

"That is just a replica for display purposes, but for enough points, you can temporarily dawn a replica," Michiko stated.

"So you can't buy one permanently?" Mimoko asked.

"For enough points... After defeating the maestro of course," Michiko glared.

"I see. That kimono looks beautiful."

"Of course you'd be attached to it.”

"Hmm?"

"Oh nothing. Now, I'd advise tackling the puzzles quickly. The opening ceremony starts in just 25 minutes."

As everyone began doing the puzzles, one of the customers that had been seated in the salon walked in. "My, it seems like we have an entire chess team here," she cooed.

Though it was hard to recognize her by her appearance due to her hair mask and facial mask, Okisato immediately recognized the woman by her voice.

"Himitsusama?"

"Pin pon. In the middle of a beautiful metamorphosis, but yes, it is me," the woman smiled.

"In that case, how about I complete that metamorphosis for you," Michiko smiled as she went back outside with the woman.

"Don't worry, I'm in charge, so feel free to do whatever," Himitsu giggled as she stared intently at Iori's hair.

A few moments later, the two returned. Now it was clear to see that Himitsusama had long magenta and purple hair and was clad in a leather purple jacket, light purple dress, and white athletic sneakers.

As soon as Mimoko laid eyes on her, she let out a gasp. "Mi- Mizuse Niimi!"

Okisato stared in confusion as Himitsusama began to chuckle. "Why yes. Surprised that the world's largest female fashion icon is also an SPCM?"

"Oh right, you do fashion, though why's that such a big deal?" Okisato asked.

"'WHY'S THAT A BIG DEAL'!? Mizuse Niimi is a legend! To actually meet her in the flesh is an honor few have!" Mimoko stated.

"Yeah! Lemme take a- OH FUCK WE CAN'T TAKE SELFIES HERE!" Iori cried as she sunk to the floor in despair.

Okisato didn't seem to care about Iori's plight, and was deep in thought thinking of something else. He finally arrived at the conclusion that the reason Mimoko was so ecstatic to see Mizuse was because she desperately needed fashion advice. His statement earned him two full slaps on the face from Mimoko.

"Well don't fret, for I am actually going to be here for the rest of the day, and even featured as a guest commentator for the tournament," Mizuse smiled.

"You can do that? But aren't you an SPCM?" Okisato asked.

"I do have a day job, you know. But speaking of which, gather everyone round. I'm about to give you all a little gift."

Once everyone finished up and gathered before Mizuse, she instructed them all to open their point menus. To everyone's shock, the option "Challenge SPCM Himitsusama" was now present.

"Wait, I thought we had to find your secret puzzle cafe to be able to challenge you," Yuusuke stuttered.

"Oh no, all that is needed is to encounter an SPCM within a secret puzzle cafe. It need not be their own. Well, farewell," Mizuse waved as she headed out.

The chess club decided it was time to leave as well and headed out, leaving just Michiko and Himitsu. Himitsu then stepped out and sat down in one of the salon chairs.

Noticing there weren't any customers or other staff members around, Michiko decided to have some fun. "So, Ai, I see you've grown out your hair and it's likely you'll be challenged by someone today. What shall I do with it today? Shall I style it or will you just opt to wear the oiran wig?"

"What else, SHAVE IT ALL OFF!" Himitsu blushed as an aroused smile appeared on her face.

"My, my, and it's so long and luscious. Well, I'll make you the smoothest girl in the world, just like I always do," Michiko cooed as she leaned Himitsu back into the sink.