But you do realize, that the first branching starts already, when we are forced to accept Rose or not, if not then accept bathing with Annabelle or not, then accept Julie or not, if not Julie, we have to choose between Kiana, Valerie or nobody. It gets more complicated with each LI and choice you add. You're making not also the live of the players difficult but also yours by having this hefty amount of branches only in Ch1. And honestly, most people play these games one, maybe two times tops. It's basically wasted effort for you, because of the hugh amount of missed scenes. I don't know what your reasons for this is and I will definitely not try to change your mind or your course, but you're already upsetting harem fans with this. Hopefully you do know, what you're getting yourself into. Best of luck and much success.