Vol. 5 Ch. 1

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Vol. 5 Ch. 1

Chapter 1

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What the hell is going on?

But.

I, Natsuru Senou, am an ordinary student at Seitetsu Academy, and I have led an ordinary student life.

Until now, I had intended to go to university in the normal way and then get a normal job.

My grades aren’t particularly good, but I wouldn’t have any problems since it’s said to be the [unclear – possibly It was a university open admissions program, and I didn’t plan to be demanding of myself in my work. I’d rather

public, perhaps in the National Service, but if that didn’t work, I was prepared to bow my head before

a local company.

Maybe they’ll call me a high school student with no dreams, but from my point of view, it’s a mistake to talk Nonsense like, “I don’t want to be a cog in the machine of society,” even when the voices are heard.

From university students. Leave that kind of nonsense for elementary school. If there are no pieces, society itse It will move.

But.

What has been happening to me in these last few months has been purely absurd.

First, I woke up one morning and I had turned into a woman. Then, a stuffed animal spoke and informed me

that I had transformed into a Kämpfer. Then a female colleague appeared and pointed a gun at me. Then Enemies appeared, they attacked me, my childhood friend arrived, I was forced to join the women’s section In high school, they made me dress up as a maid, they made me participate in a beauty pageant…

What else can you call this but a disgrace?

Why does this strange sequence of events have to happen to a specific individual like me? It could be

the cause of my recent stomach pain, but now a much more urgent situation has arisen.

The fact that I am a Kämpfer and, moreover, that my transformation into a woman has been discovered.

The person who discovered it is Mikoto Kondou, my childhood friend. She was the one who revealed the situati Shizuku Sangou, student council president of Seitetsu Academy. I won’t go into details, but This puts me in a rather delicate situation.

—Eer, wait a moment.

Mikoto rubbed her temple repeatedly.

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It’s not surprising, I thought, as if it were something foreign. Someone I knew had transformed into a woman.

He would probably question his own head first. When positions are reversed, he might too. to be me.

—So, Natsuru Senou is both a man and a woman, sometimes changing and fighting or

Taking classes in the women’s section?

-That’s how it is.

I answered.

—And you too are Kämpfer, listening to what the visceral animal says, is that why you ended up like this?

-That’s how it is.

—And you just blindly obey?

-That’s how it is.

Mikoto, staring intently at my face, said.

—What is your hobby?

“It’s not a hobby,” I replied. “Becoming a Kämpfer and taking classes in the women’s section isn’t part of the pla

in the realm of hobbies. Regarding women’s underwear… I wouldn’t say I’m not interested, but not enough to

to use it.

This is a room in a condominium. Sakura-san’s house.

After causing a commotion at a spa near the station (mainly Mikoto’s fault, in my opinion), We headed to Sakura-san’s house. Mikoto was a surprise visitor, but Sakura-san welcomed us. kindly.

Mikoto acted very disrespectfully by fainting when she saw me without the transformation, but quickly

She was able to have a casual conversation with Sakura-san. I think it’s impressive that she can communicate. even with people of an ethnicity with whom they do not share a common language. And now I had transformed again. I can’t stay as a man, so I have no alternative. In In reality, I want to spend the night like a man.

Seeing me like this, Mikoto had been calling me a pervert for a while.

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—You look happy to be beautiful again, don’t you?

—I’m not happy at all.

—Do you wear lipstick or something?

—No, I’ve never used it.

—You’re so stupid. If you’re going to do it, at least do your makeup properly. That’ll raise your standing.

I wonder what category he means.

Although he seems to have easily understood Kämpfer’s idea, he doesn’t much like me becoming a woman. No I understand the reason. He won’t listen to my excuse.

—I always thought your tastes weren’t normal. Becoming a woman is too much. Should I congratulate…

Did one of my childhood friends change sex?

—It’s not a sex change.

I answered and then corrected myself:

—No, it’s a sex change, but since Kämpfer can only be a woman, there’s no other option. Is there any Is there any other way besides accepting it?

—It’s pathetic that you’re making excuses like that.

Mikoto stated.

—It’s embarrassing as a childhood friend. Do you remember when they used to call you yuri?

—It was probably because you and Masumi-chan told everyone.

—Becoming a lesbian after being a man, that’s too much for a pervert. You’re the worst.

Simply the worst.

He expressed what he wanted to say.

Mikoto herself has become a Kämpfer. Following the guidance of a visceral animal plushie Acquired by chance, it transforms into a fighting person. Incidentally, the visceral animal plushie is

a series of plush toys developed by a certain toy manufacturer, whose internal organs protrude.

Due to its lack of sales, it is considered a symbol of the economic recession. It is always mentioned as a

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episode of failure in the company’s product development, and it is said that the head of the department of The developer has gone into hiding and cannot be contacted. Mikoto has been staring at me. the chest from before.

—It’s quite big, isn’t it?

-Be quiet.

I feel embarrassed somehow and cover my chest with both hands.

—That’s your hobby too, after all?

—Don’t mess around.

—Do you massage it yourself?

-No way!

For my part, I’ve restored my masculine body only in the bathroom and on the toilet. If I massage my chest…

My heart would break.

-Oh.

Mikoto is blatantly staring at my chest.

—Hey, stop hiding your chest and squirming.

—I don’t writhe.

—Whatever, but no matter how you look on the outside as a woman, it’s disgusting if a man does that.

—Don’t say it’s disgusting.

However, I agree, so I fold my arms back across my chest.

Suddenly, Mikoto’s hand reached out. It gripped my left breast tightly.

—O-Oi!

—Hoo.

He let out a whisper of admiration.

—It’s big and it feels good to pet, huh? Did you let anyone touch it?

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—Hey, idiot…!

—Yo-Yo… a little…

The young woman, who had been silent until then, opened her mouth. She is Akane Mishima. She is the libraria Seitetsu, and of course, she’s also a Kämpfer. This girl is my partner.

Although she now has a timid appearance, once she becomes Kämpfer, she transforms into a woman Violent, abrupt, and eager to shoot. Her personality becomes very impatient, and she even tried to turn

my head in a honeycomb several times.

—Hey, Akane-chan, did you touch Natsuru’s breasts?

—Uh… that… I just helped her change her clothes…

—That’s why they’ve become so big.

She seems to be having fun, but I’m not. Why do I have to go through this?

—Hey, that’s enough. Let go.

-Good.

Quite easily, he moved away from me. He watched his own hands, opening and closing them.

—They look real.

—Yes, they are real.

Probably, it could be.

—Why, being a man, did you end up with a woman’s body?

Who knows! Ask that moderator. It seems he’s the one who organized it.

Mikoto turns towards me.

—Hey, Natsuru. Haven’t you ever had doubts about your current situation?

—What are you talking about?

—Don’t you find it strange to transform into a woman?

—Even if it is, what can be done about it?

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“It’s not normal for you to be so calm. Aren’t you nervous? If I were a man, I’d panic if…” He would find something he didn’t need.

—I was surprised too.

—Then why are you taking it so lightly?

Ah, right. It really is something foreign. I wonder why?

Perhaps because I’ve recently become accustomed to the transformations, I no longer feel as much

Discomfort in a woman’s body. Although sometimes I hate the reality before me, I have no other choice.

I have no choice but to accept it. Well, at least I can make sure I’ll only be able to return to my male form for bat

use the bathroom.

—And it’s not just about me, what about you?

—About me? It’s not a big deal, as long as it’s interesting.

Encouraging others to worry while not getting involved yourself. You’re still a woman who thinks that the The universe revolves around him.

—And your oath bracelet is blue, does that mean you and I are enemies?

—Well, something like that.

—Does that mean we’ll always be enemies?

—Wait. That’s absurd.

Perhaps it’s not so absurd, but why be so extreme?

—I need clarity. Even the visceral animal plushie said so. I hate worrying about things, so no I care.

A terrifyingly simplistic thought. She certainly isn’t going through the typical “where do I fit in?” crisis.

society” typical of adolescence. Without this attitude, I doubt I could travel to the Amazon and fight with a

An indigenous man fought over tribal treasure. Incidentally, it seems he won that duel and is now the tribe’s chie —Hitting Natsuru is a clear way of understanding things.

—Why am I the one who gets hit?

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—Because you are my enemy.

—Well, technically, we’re not fighting right now, are we?

—It’s a ceasefire period. Even during the Vietnam War, they weren’t fighting on New Year’s Day.

You don’t even know that?

Mikoto said, laughing disdainfully. And beside her, Akane opened her mouth.

—Um… I’m sorry to interrupt your conversation… but, I think Sakura-san should be back by now…

He approached timidly to speak.

The person I admire, Sakura-san, had gone shopping. It seems that because more people from The expected ones arrived and more was eaten and drunk than planned; several things were missing.

“Ah, I see,” said Mikoto.

—Natsuru, would you be revealing your true identity to Sakura-san?

—Of course I wouldn’t!

—What if you mention it?

—Impossible! What will I do if he hates me?

Don’t ask the obvious.

Irritated, I crossed my arms. Sakura-san shows interest in me as a woman, but not as a man.

I’m not interested at all. In fact, he sees me as a rival. I’m perceived as a rival in the competition for me. as a woman, which has caused confusion.

While Mikoto interrupts the conversation she herself started and scrutinizes the room, Akane is

nervous.

—… There are a lot of strange, visceral animal plushies, aren’t there?

—That’s his style, you know?

The company she runs will likely be sued by colleagues in the same sector for: “abandoning the “Children in the toy industry,” but as long as there are extremist fans like Sakura-san, they’ll be safe.

—It’s a strange interest, isn’t it? Or rather, it’s a bad one.

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—Don’t criticize. It’s unusual, but… don’t you find it charming too?

Upon seeing products with exposed internal organs, ten out of ten people would react like Mikoto.

But I cannot accept it.

Mikoto glances at me sideways.

—Their fans are disgusting.

—Shut up. Don’t speak ill of Sakura-san.

—That’s the disgusting part. What’s good about all this? What part of a visceral animal plushie is Good? In short, this is a dead body, right?

—Don’t criticize other people’s tastes. —But…

She interrupts herself once, and then,

—… You really like Sakura-san, don’t you?

—Yes. Sakura-san is an angel to me. After all, we were together from middle school through high school.

It must be some kind of destiny.

—…Huh?

“God paved the way for Sakura-san and me to be together. I’m sure of it.”

I place great emphasis on this type of destiny and the influence of the stars. Being born in the same era as

Sakura-san, growing up in the same neighborhood and attending the same school means that our relationship i It will delve deeper into the future. In fact, even our birthdays are only a month apart. It could

to say that the road to our wedding is paved. Anyone who says that’s unscientific should

to be eaten by a dog. By the way, although I share a birthday and blood type with Higashida, a

classmate, to whom I feel no connection whatsoever. It’s pure coincidence.

Mikoto looks at me with cold eyes, as if she were looking at an insect.

—Really disgusting.

—What did you say?

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—Why are you so insistent?

—Because she’s Sakura-san, obviously.

Mikoto seemed quite bored.

—… It doesn’t have to be Sakura-san.

—It’s not good.

What is this girl saying? It definitely has to be Sakura-san. Our destinies are intertwined. not by the red thread of destiny, but by a chain made of gandarium alloy1.

—… Even though there are other girls too.

-Where?

I bowed my head. Mikoto’s expression turned stern.

—What do you think it means to have Akane-chan and me in this room?

—In biological terms, I’m a girl, right?

—Oh, that’s too bad!

The human with XX chromosomes became enraged.

—Don’t you have any sensitivity?! Whether it’s a childhood friend or the president of the glasses and books club Being a girl!

Even if that’s said, it’s worrying. My mental map of women has Sakura-san’s castle at the center.

buying outlying lands, and the other women are beings who are off the map. Although there are some

They come in without hesitation; they’re a kind of bandit.

—Well, I’m a supporter of Sakura-san.

—What are you saying? Poor Akane-chan.

Akane, when mentioned, seemed both embarrassed and angry. I somehow feel like she’s been bottling things u

dissatisfaction towards me, but I don’t understand why.

—Well, I also feel sorry for myself.

—That’s something I don’t understand at all.

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—After all, we’re childhood friends, right?

—Well, yes.

—Don’t you feel anything about it?

—No, nothing in particular.

—… You really are the worst, you know?

Mikoto’s gaze shifted from seeing me as an insect to a microbe. She collapsed to the floor of the

rug.

—Ah, I feel like I’m wasting my life.

Traveling the world, getting excited about archaeological discoveries and new creatures, how can it be

A loss? If you have that experience in high school, you’re definitely at the top. Shoot at

Robbers with an automatic rifle in Central Africa, that’s not something just anyone can do.

—Those Kämpfers with blue armbands, they really are enemies, aren’t they? Should I kill them?

You’re saying dangerous things!

I stopped and reconsidered. If I think about it, as Mikoto said, our position is that of enemies. Actually, it wouldn I miss fighting. In fact, we did fight.

This is due to the actions of the student council president of Seitetsu Academy, whom

We belong. He left everything up in the air by throwing water on someone’s head.

What is he planning? At that moment, there was a knocking sound at the front door.

—Ah!

Akane raised her voice.

—He’s back…!

That’s right. Sakura-san was supposed to return. She could be described as an ordinary, meddlesome person.

accidentally get among otaku. Don’t ask about specialized topics. He’d probably get scared if Listen to Kämpfer.

—Hey, get up.

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I urged Mikoto.

—Why should I do it?

—It’s disrespectful to be sleeping when the owner of the house returns.

—… It’s my business.

—It’s not just your problem. Get up already!

I grabbed Mikoto’s arm. Suddenly, she pulled away roughly.

—Don’t touch me, pervert.

-Get up!

—I told you not to touch me!

—If I don’t touch you, you won’t get up, right?

“I don’t want you to touch me. I was fine until a little while ago, but not anymore.”

—Don’t talk nonsense. It’s not right that, when Sakura-san returns, you, who are here for the first time, are actin

rolling around.

—Stop talking about Sakura-san! It’s disgusting!

—Get up now…!

Silent footsteps are heard, and the door separating the hallway from the room opens.

The person who entered was a young woman with black hair, a little older than her years. It wasn’t Sakura-san, The president looked at me and Mikoto.

—How close they are.

She placed the convenience bag she was carrying on the table.

—It was heard from outside.

—Huh? Seriously?

To my surprise, Shizuku gave me her usual cold look.

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—It’s a lie.

Then he put the bottles he had bought in the refrigerator.

This woman is the one I dislike the most: Shizuku Sangou, a Kämpfer who wore a red armband.

President of the student council at Seitetsu Academy and a member of the Kämpfer. Or is it the other way arou

equal.

She’s calm and shrewd. Although she’s very popular at school, I don’t get along with her. She’s put me through It was a difficult time; even my lips suffered. I didn’t want to remember it.

Shizuku glanced at me out of the corner of her eye.

—Kaede will be coming with more purchases. If you want to talk in secret, do it now.

I sensed something scheming in those words.

—…Didn’t you force Sakura-san to do the shopping?

—You’re suspicious.

She opened a can of soda she had bought for herself.

—I only asked him for a favor.

She does it without any problems. Despite being a close friend of Sakura-san, she uses others as it suits her. L

As a staunch supporter of Sakura-san, it’s only natural that I oppose it.

—Don’t leave Sakura-san alone, even if the atmosphere is tense.

—That girl is brave, despite her appearance.

—It’s not that kind of problem. What would happen if something did happen?

I was completely determined to go look for her, but Shizuku raised a hand to stop me.

—It would be problematic if Senou-san disappeared.

That?

—Why do you think you revealed your true identity and made Kondou-san come here?

How could I know something like that? You were probably responsible for all of it.

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I thought about contradicting her, but Shizuku completely ignored me.

—Hey, Kondou-san.

—Y-Yes?

Somehow, Mikoto had gotten up. Somehow, she seemed to be backing away. It seemed that Even Mikoto, my lifelong friend, doesn’t get along with Shizuku.

—What visceral stuffed animal made you become a Kämpfer?

—Well, in Chissokunorainu…

—And what did he say to you?

—He said to fight now that I had become a Kämpfer.

—I’m sure he told you something else.

She smiled. However, there was no one who took that smile for granted.

—I was ordered to be on guard.

-Whom?

—… To the president.

-I see.

Shizuku was satisfied. She was sure she had foreseen it.

It wasn’t such a big surprise to me. Akane had also fully informed me about everything.

—What is the reason you are watching me?

—It seems they suspect you might betray them.

—And what do you plan to do if I betray them?

—I don’t know how far that goes… it seems I have to say something.

-Whom?

—To whom… wait a moment, Madam President!

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Mikoto was surprised.

—Are you interrogating me?

-Yeah.

—What is that? Even the Israeli police were friendlier! Although they were armed with submachine guns.

What had you been doing in the Middle East? Were you searching for the lost Ark?

Of course, Shizuku wouldn’t let that stop her. This woman’s nerves were made of titanium.

—So, who are you going to tell?

—Uh… why do I have to say it?

—I want to know.

-… Alright.

It would be dangerous if she carelessly sided with Shizuku. Mikoto probably realized that. that.

—You’ll leave me no choice but to answer you.

—So, how did the president-…?

—Kondou-san. It seems you almost missed too many days of class in middle school.

—Why do you know that?

—They say you gave the teacher a gift to avoid problems, right?

Mikoto shuddered. She could hear that sound above her head.

“It seems it was a rare gift from South America. It looked like an archaeological artifact, but it was forbidden.”

export it…

—H-How does the president know about that?

I completely agree. Even I didn’t know that. Did Mikoto really do something like that?

—Your attendance at Seitetsu may also be questionable.

Mikoto was sweating from her temples.

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—What is it that you want?

—I have no interest in relics of ancient civilizations…

Shizuku kept her tone unchanged.

—Could you tell me who you need to tell about the above?

—Are you trying to intimidate me?

—That sounds bad.

It’s not just a matter of appearances; it’s genuinely bad. Student council presidents are usually more… kind.

—So why someone like the president?

Shizuku stared intently at Mikoto.

The energetic girl fell silent at just that. Real blackmailers don’t make unnecessary promises. They don’t even speak. And now, Shizuku was exactly like that. But that’s not a necessary skill for a

president of the student council.

—So, who will you tell?

—I’m not entirely sure, but…

From her tone, Mikoto knew that she had given in.

—It’s not Chissokunorainu.

—I suppose. Visceral animal plushies can only communicate with messengers like us.

—Someone else like me too.

—Kondou is the only one.

—So, it seemed strange to me…

That’s true. It’s difficult to understand with so much ambiguity. The visceral animal plushies seem to have Disparate knowledge and they disagree on what they say. Harakiritora at home, besides sounding the same as Previously, it didn’t really have anything remarkable about it.

—And who will you tell?

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I asked. Before Mikoto could answer, Shizuku spoke.

—To another Kämpfer.

—It seems so.

Wow, they still exist.

Surprised, though once I calm down I can understand it. The visceral Harakiritora animal plushie that’s inside m The house was mentioned earlier, but the Kämpfers appear close to Kämpfer. This is also evident from the num Different Kämpfers I’ve encountered since becoming a woman. But they’re like cockroaches, aren’t they?

If you find one, there could be twenty more.

“Somehow,” I murmured.

—I bet they also have visceral animal plushies, right?

—Yes, I suppose so.

Shizuku agrees.

—It somehow seems like we’re always one step behind. It’s unpleasant. It makes me want to

to get ahead.

—Ara, Senou-kun is proactive. I thought you were more passive.

—It happens too.

In fact, when you find yourself caught up in such dramatic events, isn’t it normal to hide like a crab? Among the rocks? As I mentioned before, I aspire to be a civil servant, and so on. But somehow I’ll have to go out into the sunlight.

—T-That Kämpfer… what color is it?

Akane, who had been listening in silence, suddenly spoke.

—Good question.

Shizuku answered like this. Carelessly, for a moment, I didn’t understand what Akane was asking. Ah, the color

oath bracelet?

—I’d like to know too, but…

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Mikoto, whom they were looking at, shook her head several times.

—I don’t know. I’ve never seen it.

He probably only heard about this one from Chissokunorainu.

—Do you really not know anything?

—Nothing at all. I also missed half the conversation.

—Well, you’ll find out eventually, right?

Shizuku didn’t elaborate much further. I frowned.

—Eventually, you say…

“Anyway, I’ve been involved for a while now. Even if I leave it alone, it’ll come on its own,” she said.

Shizuku.

This woman has an incredible way of handling things right now. There’s no doubt about her predictions and

decisions. Of course, that couldn’t be achieved without confidence and determination. Ultimately, what should How can a person become so perfect and extraordinary?

Shizuku was looking at me somehow.

—…W-What’s wrong?

—Perhaps I need your cooperation a little.

—What do you intend to do?

I’ve never benefited from following this woman’s instructions. She seems to care about others.

(especially to me) as mere tools of his words. Hey, I’m not your possession.

—I want to investigate something.

-What is it?

But Shizuku didn’t say anything more about it.

Mikoto came over to my side. She spoke in a low voice.

—Hey, what will the president do?

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-I have no idea.

—The president, setting aside colors like red and blue, has different ideas, right?

That’s exactly right.

Shizuku is cunning. Not because she’s ill, but because her personality is unbreakable.

I think the student council president should be someone popular with all students and

She should be intelligent. While Shizuku fits that profile, she seems to be trying to take full advantage of it.

to that position. I can’t help being a little biased in my opinion, but shouldn’t the president be someone Without guile, like some kind of angel, like someone like Sakura-san would be instead of Shizuku?

I glance over. I have absolutely no idea what he’s thinking. It would be nice if he were at least…

She’s thinking about the guy she likes, but I can’t imagine what she thinks about the guy she’s dating.

Shizuku.

“They told me to keep an eye on you, but why are we in the same room?”

—That’s the president’s move.

—Ugh, I don’t like people like that…

Mikoto sighed softly.

Once again, the sound of the door opening was heard. This time, without a doubt, Sakura-san would have alrea They could hear the sneakers making a loud noise.

—I’m sorry for the wait. I was delayed because I was undecided about the purchases.

Unsurprisingly, Sakura-san displayed an angelic smile.

—I’ll be preparing all of tomorrow’s food myself, so please look forward to it!

She put the vegetables she had bought in the refrigerator. She seems busy, but she doesn’t seem

not feel uncomfortable at all. She really enjoys entertaining guests. That’s Sakura-san for you! If only I could Being involved with someone like her would certainly be a blessing for any man.

In my mind, I already envisioned a future scenario where I confessed to Sakura-san, she accepted, and then we

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They frequently stage this kind of illusion. Of course, Sakurasan always plays the lead role, unchanged in recen Unconsciously, my cheeks began to relax.

Would she have noticed my change? Mikoto whispered to Akane:

—Hey, has Natsuru been acting like this lately?

—Huh…? Well, it seems there are quite a few things where you can let your imagination run wild…

“He was like that when he was little, you know? Isn’t it possible that in the future he’ll become a yelling employe Nonsense on the train?

She always says whatever she wants. Sakura-san’s appearance in my daydreams falls more into the realm of..

The simulation. It’s kind of like reviewing and preparing lessons, so I’d prefer that no rumors get out. unnecessary. I chose to deliberately turn a deaf ear.

—Wouldn’t it be better if you just ended it?

—Finish…? Huh?

—You know what? It would be better if you stopped dating someone like him.

—Huh…? Why do you say that, Kondou-san…?

—Because, you know, we’re childhood friends. I’m giving you some advice.

—Childhood friends…? Could it be that Kondou-san… is trying to steal Natsuru-san away from me as a rival…?

—I wouldn’t do something like that!

These girls are such a nuisance. Can’t they at least be quiet while Sakura-san is in the…

Kitchen? I, no matter how many years pass, can wait like Sun Wukong in the stone. That’s the least I can do. out of respect towards Sakura-san.

Unlike the two girls, Shizuku is silently drinking cola. But in this woman’s case, He’s probably plotting conspiracies in his head at full speed.

Sakura-san is back. She had a juice package in her hand with “100% Grapefruit” written on it.

—Now that I’ve cleaned the glasses, I’ll serve it now!

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—Ah, I… I…

I reached out to take Sakura-san’s package. I can’t let her do even such a simple task.

I can’t dirty those clean hands.

—Okay. Let me do it.

-But…

—Please, let me do it. It’s a rehearsal for when I become your wife.

Then she blushed a little.

“It’s so nice that Natsuru-san cares about me. It seems we’re destined to be together…” Kyaahh!

Her embarrassed expression is also cute. Although, in reality, it’s not a thread, but a chain. Between a man like me and her.

I did my best to suppress my smile. The other three women were giving me looks that weren’t…

particularly friendly. Mikoto is clearly thinking, “This guy is a fool,” Akane seems to be

annoyed by something. There was a flash of intense hatred for an instant in Shizuku, but it was probably just

my imagination.

I took a sip of the grapefruit juice she poured for me. Mmm, the flavor is a thousand times better. If Sakura-san If it served me, I’m sure I’d drink anything, even methanol.

—What do we do? Do we play again?

Sakura-san said. Games, huh? Well, if we’re going to play cards, that’s fine, but the Pocky game is a bit… She He seemed to understand that…

—Shall we play cards? There are some really rare cards, like Top Trumps.

3, which uses photos of visceral organs,

You know, very realistic…

I’m sorry, but it’s better not to. I think Akane will faint, and I’ll probably throw up too.

“That’s enough with the games,” Shizuku surprisingly gave her opinion.

“Besides, it’s already late,” he added. Hearing that, everyone looked at the wall clock. The hour hand (because they are visceral animals, they have shorter intestines) it was about to strike eleven.

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“It’s so late…” Akane murmured. After all the commotion at the spa, realizing how late it was, He began to feel an overwhelming sleepiness.

—It’s time to sleep.

—So, shall we spread out the futons?

Sakura-san stood up.

“Are there enough futons…?” I asked. With Mikoto’s arrival, there might not be enough.

—Don’t worry. There are enough for everyone.

There appear to be plenty of futons for guests. It seems well-prepared for any eventuality. situation.

—Eer…

Sakura-san seemed to want to leave the living room and hesitated a little.

—One room is full of luggage.

Ah.

—In the room I don’t use, Shizuku-chan, Kondou-san, and Mishima-san will sleep, while Natsurusan and I are in -Hey…!?

-Hey!?

I was surprised too, but Akane was the one who raised her voice before I did. Mikoto too.

-Because…?

-What’s that!?

Akane protested with all her might, while Mikoto had her mouth covered.

“It’s not necessary for Sakura-san and Natsuru-san to share the same room, it’s strange…” —Is that so?

Sakura-san tried to ignore Akane’s protests.

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—Putting everyone in one room is too cramped, so I made an arrangement.

“You don’t need to be in the same room as Natsuru-san…!” —It’s perfect. We like visceral animals.

—That’s not how it is…!

Akane would agree with this. It’s not like that. The thing about visceral animals.

—If you’re in the same room as Natsuru-san, what could possibly happen?

—Even if Natsuru-san did something, I…

—That’s not it…! It’s because Sakura-san does strange things.

—What’s up with that?! What do you think I am?!

—A beast…

—How cruel!

At this point, it probably doesn’t need explaining, but these two don’t get along. I don’t really know why.

Whatever the reason, they’ve been incompatible ever since they first met. They were probably the The Genji clan and the Heike clan in a past life. There is no other reason.

—That’s too cramped in a room with four people. It would be better if Natsuru-san slept. with me.

“That’s not right…! If Sakura-san and the president sleep together…”

—Shizuku and I have slept together many times since we were little.

—So, ah… Natsuru-san and I in the same room, and the other three people…

—Eh-… Eh!? That’s what you really think!

The situation was getting more and more complicated. They really didn’t get along. Wasn’t it possible for them t —Wait, wait a moment…

It was Mikoto who stopped the situation. Although she was usually the loudest girl, on this occasion she was The situation calmed down due to Akane’s protest, which had taken the lead. It was an unusual scene.

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—Let’s assign the rooms calmly. So, the problem is that Natsuru needs to sleep

with someone, right?

—Kondou-san, are you going to treat Natsuru-san with such familiarity?

—Don’t worry so much about it. Can’t you sleep with Akane-chan?

—It’s not good.

Sakura-san said.

—Then, I’ll go with Natsuru.

—It’s not good.

Akane said.

—Well… then, I…

—It’s not good.

They both answered together, staring intently at Mikoto.

—Kondou-san, you really don’t trust yourself at all. Did you plan it this way?

—That’s dishonest…!

Apparently, Mikoto had stepped on a landmine. She seemed to have an expression that suggested she had bee

discovered or that made a mistake.

—Well… What will you do, Natsuru?

—Huh? I-… I…?

—It’s your problem, after all.

Actually, that’s how it is, right?

Actually, I wanted to sleep with Sakura-san in my heart. I didn’t get too involved because of it; I thought SakuraShe’s been stubborn anyway.

—I… uh… with Sakura-san…

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—Look!

Sakura-san was grinning from ear to ear, as if she had won three hundred million in the lottery.

—Of course it’s with me and Natsuru-san!

—T-That’s so… bad…

Akane was about to burst into tears in the blink of an eye.

—Natsuru-san, please don’t be deceived. You will be tainted…

Well, even if they tell me I’ll be stained. As a man, I want to say, “Please, stain me.”

Mikoto also seems dissatisfied. Hey, you wouldn’t agree with that either.

—…And the president?

Mikoto asked Shizuku.

—I’m going to watch the news before going to bed.

—It’s about the room, though.

-I don’t mind.

In her case, this is her standard response to something she’s not interested in.

—Or should Senou-san and I share a room?

—That’s not allowed either.

-That…

-Hey?

-No.

Sakura-san, Akane, and Mikoto spoke in that order. I was last.

Shizuku shrugged.

—Then I don’t care.

It’s easy to understand, or how should I put it?

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The three of them, including Sakura-san, were still arguing. More than an argument, it seemed more like…

Their opinions clashed.

—Do we decide by playing a game of chance?

Mikoto proposed, but…

—It won’t work. We already tried.

—It’s a breeding ground for fraud…

They objected based on past experience. The lottery method, considered a “fair method,” was

completely out of the question. Sakura-san and Akane categorically stated that “there was fraud,”

while Mikoto, unnecessarily, said: “yes, if it were me, I would cheat.”

Although I would occasionally say, “it’s similar to Sakura-san’s…”, my comments were conveniently

ignored. Even though Sakura-san backed me up by saying, “Natsuru said this!”, the other two…

They silenced him with: “It’s not allowed… He has no right to speak.”

When will they decide? While she thought it might be at dawn, Shizuku, who was reading the newspaper,

interrupted suddenly.

—Couldn’t they just sleep together?

—That’s what worries us.

Sakura-san replied.

—It’s difficult to decide whether to put Natsuru-san in the same room…

—Everyone could sleep in the same room. If everyone sleeps together in one room, it would be fair.

It was an unexpected and radical solution. Everyone nodded, saying, “Good.”

—Shizuku-chan, you’re great.

—Anyone could have suggested it. That way we can extend the futons, right?

—Yes, but maybe the room will become a little small.

—Are we going to start another endless argument?

Of course, everyone rejected the idea.

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Sakura-san left the living room and went to another room. It seemed there was an unused room that she was g I sighed with relief.

—Thank you, Madam President.

—Ara, how strange!

Shizuku looked surprised.

—Is Senou-kun thanking me? It must be about to snow or something.

—Don’t be sarcastic. If you helped me, I should thank you.

—It wasn’t a big deal.

She placed the newspaper on the table. It seems she was reading the business section.

—Senou-kun sure is popular.

—To say that I’m popular is an exaggeration.

—Kaede likes you.

—Even as a man, I don’t attract women.

—There’s also a girl who likes you as a man.

What? This information is too important to ignore.

-Where?

-Near.

—Are you referring to Sakura-san!?

—No, it’s not her.

—What are you implying?

What would it mean if another woman besides Sakura-san cared for me? And if it were a lie, it would be even m

strange.

Shizuku looked at me with a mocking expression, then turned her gaze towards Akane and Mikoto.

—From my perspective, I would advise both of them to reconsider.

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Akane and Mikoto had the most somber expressions. Why were they like this? Perhaps it was a code that only Did the women understand?

We should definitely counteract this.

—Hey, Madam President, if you keep calling people idiots…

—It’s not just “calling”, I really think so.

—Hey. Do you want to take a vote?

I stopped talking beyond that. Judging by the atmosphere, Akane and Mikoto would clearly raise their hands to “I really think Senou Natsuru is an idiot.” Sakura returned.

—I’ve prepared the futons!

Just as Sakura-san was about to say something else, Shizuku interrupted her.

—Kaede, Senou-san wants to take a shower.

Huh? I didn’t say anything like that. Well, I do want to take a shower, but I just made a scene at the spa, so I co

relax.

—Although he couldn’t take a bath because of what happened that moment, at least he wants to wash off the s —Yes, I understand.

Sakura-san said, “I’ll get a towel,” and left the living room. I lowered my voice.

—Hey, why a shower?

—You want to come in, right?

-Well…

—Come in.

She was kind enough to suggest it… or so I thought. Considering it was her, there was probably something mor She seemed willing to answer even if I pressured her.

—Ah, Senou-kun, you can’t get in the bathtub after showering.

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-Because?

—Because you are destined to be that way.

Ah, right. Looks like I’ve already “started”.

Hmm, what’s started? Neither Akane nor Shizuku told me. I guess I’ll have to ask. to Mikoto.

—I won’t tell you.

It was strange to receive an answer before asking.

—And really, it would be better if you died.

—…Why? It’s just that-…

—Die.

What’s going on? Everyone’s so cold. Are all women like this except Sakura-san?

From the end of the hall came a voice: “You can come in right away!” Well then, shall I take a shower?

Before going to bed?

With my shoes clicking, I went to the bathroom. Sakura-san explained several things to me.

—This is the bathroom and this is the towel rack. The shampoo and shower gel are in the bathroom, so use the -Thank you…

—Yes, take your time in the shower.

It’s just a shower, so it won’t be that slow.

The locker room door closed. Sakura-san’s apartment had a washing machine in the locker room, and it was

connected to the bathroom, a fairly common design.

Next to the washing machine is a basket. This is where I put my clothes, but it’s strangely new. Maybe Sakuras When I tried to take off my clothes, my hand stopped.

—… I have to be a man.

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Although I’ve explained it many times, in the bathroom and on the toilet I can only be a man. The reason? Well, Let’s just say… you know. It’s embarrassing.

Therefore, I have never looked closely at my naked female body. Being in underwear is my limit.

Of course, I have seen naked men’s bodies many times and I have done gymnastics completely naked.

Thinking about becoming a man again, I tightened my bracelet. At that moment…

—Natsuru-san.

Suddenly, the dressing room door opened. I was startled and flinched.

It was Sakura-san who opened the door.

—Wh-… What’s wrong…?

—Oh, I almost forgot! It’s an orange-scented shower gel. If you don’t like the smell, I can get the soap.

—No, it’s fine…

—Are you sure?

Sakura-san said goodbye, saying, “Take your time,” and left. Anyway. I tried to be a man again.

—Natsuru-san!

—…!

This time I jumped involuntarily.

—Here we have not only commercial conditioner, but also citric acid. Would you like me to dilute it and give it to -Alright…

When I refused, Sakura-san left again. She may be kind, but does she really need to say it every time? time?

For now, I’ve taken off my top. Now, time to be a man…

—Natsuru-san!

—Ah!

Once again, the door opens and Sakura-san peeks her head out.

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—Last time I bought homemade soap. It’s very good for the skin, so please…

That said, Sakura-san was staring intently at my upper body. The expression was “like she was licking” It fit perfectly, I felt like an ice cream bar.

—Umm… Thank you…

—Please let me know when you use the soap.

Hmm. Okay. But what exactly do you mean by “when you use” the soap?

Sakura-san was intently observing my cleavage. Ah, perhaps she’s aiming for the moment when I

undress?

Her eyes were full of curiosity. There’s no mistake. She’s interested in seeing me, or rather, in seeing me as

a naked woman.

Now that I think about it, even when Akane helped me change my clothes, Sakura-san barged in. It’s a story Plausible. It’s targeting this soft skin.

Anyway, if it’s about me as a man, I’m ready to get naked at any time, but, As a woman? I haven’t seen myself that way.

Sakura-san said, “Take your time,” and closed the door. I sighed, but I could still feel her gaze. With a bad feeling, I checked. Ah, the door wasn’t properly closed. I can be seen in

any time.

I closed it gently. I locked it because we’re in a family home and there’s a daughter of marriageable age; it’s It’s common to find locks on the changing rooms. After all, this was originally a father’s house.

If there were a man taking a shower, Sakura-san would be surprised. Although there is the question of whether To spy or not. There is a solution.

I undressed completely and closed my eyes before going into the bathroom. I still haven’t become a man again.

In other words, all I have to do is take a shower while maintaining my feminine appearance. That way, Even if someone saw me, I wouldn’t have to panic. Although I’m already pretty shaken up in this

moment.

I turned on the shower. Hot water gushed out. Avoiding getting my hair wet, I showered from my shoulders dow

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For a while, the only sound was the shower running in the bathroom. Steam was building up. (Ah… one more promise for me…)

The rule about maintaining the appearance of being alone in the bathroom and on the toilet… well, that’s gone!

I exposed myself completely naked.

In this bathroom, there was a large mirror. Although it was fogged up, it clearly reflected my naked body.

I quickly looked away. Ah, it’s a woman’s body.

Of course. It’s my own transformed body. However, although it has an interesting vibration for I, who had never seen a naked woman’s body before.

My mirror image had surprisingly good style. The parts that stand out

They come out, and those that should be hidden, are. Well, it’s like it’s competing with any nudity in

a magazine, or even surpass it!

But being completely happy seeing this is, how to put it, a little complicated. There’s a kind of enthusiasm. In many ways, it comes before simple happiness. Yes, it’s beautiful. But getting aroused by the sight of your ow Is it strange? Or maybe not?

The shower stream runs from my neck to my chest. The water splashes on my skin, forming droplets.

I didn’t want to look, but cautiously I shift my gaze to my chest. I tell myself there’s nothing more. remedy than sweating. (Woah… they’re big!)

I muttered to myself. Wow, looking at it up close again, my chest is big! I’m not sure what size I am.

of a bra, but I’ll probably have to buy one larger than the average student wears.

Japanese high school girls. Lately I’ve been feeling stiffness in my shoulders, it could be because of this.

Also, um, my nipples are pink, and they’re really beautiful. Yes.

What should I do about washing my body? I have no choice but to think about it. Until recently I was planning I washed myself, but isn’t it necessary to apply soap or shower gel to the body? Then I touched my large breast My own hands. What is this…?

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Even though I’m the only one here, I’m starting to feel embarrassed. Blushing at the sight of his own body Naked? That’s something that only happens to Senou Natsuru-san in such a vast world. Frankly, it seems

a pervert.

However, washing the body implies washing the lower body too, right? Perhaps, how to put it? Ah

man!

I’m facing a big dilemma. Should I clean down there too? If it’s about hygiene down there, Compared to a bidet in a toilet with electric functions… Haah!

First of all, I don’t know how to do it. When I was a man, I simply washed vigorously with a

The sponge, however, must be washed carefully in a particular case, but now, what should I do? I don’t have So what should I do? Just with my fingers.

I let the hot water run, maybe that’s why I’m feeling dizzy? What kind of dilemma is this?

Damn it, moderator. This is definitely your fault.

Why is this happening? Huh?

I hear some noise outside the bathroom. Is anyone in the locker room?

Gash, gash. Looks like they’re looking for something. Although there’s nothing of value around here… Hmm, ma Are they looking, or are they possibly undressing?

Soon, another person enters. Suddenly, they shout.

—Sa-… Sakura-san, what are you doing!?

The scream came from Akane. The one they yelled at was Sakura-san.

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—Are you trying to… undress? What do you intend to do— —Wh-What’s wrong with doing whatever I want in my own house?

—Natsuru-san is inside right now!!

—I was just trying to wash his back at least!

—There’s no need for that. Natsuru-san isn’t a child…!

Wait, why are they both in the locker room? The door is locked.

It looks like they’re trying to get in. How dangerous! If Natsuru were to turn back into a man, it would have been

incredible.

But if Sakura-san is willing to come in, it means she’ll be naked. Sakura-san and I naked in the

bathroom… aah!

I almost had a nosebleed from excitement, but I quickly regained my composure.

Because I’m a woman, she’s trying to come in here. If I were a man, she probably wouldn’t. would bring closer.

The locker room is still shaking. Akane tries to get Sakura-san out, and it seems Sakura-san is

resisting.

—Please come back soon…! Natsuru-san won’t be able to leave.

—If we’re women, it shouldn’t be shameful, right?

I’m sorry, I feel a little embarrassed.

The strange tug-of-war ended with Akane’s victory. Reluctantly, Sakura-san withdraws. I feel relieved. Once we reach this point, my body no longer matters. I can’t endure another In a situation like this, I cancel the shower. A stroke of luck amidst misfortune.

After leaving the bathroom, I quickly dry off and get dressed. Putting on women’s underwear is incredibly easy. perverted, so to speak.

Upon returning to the living room, as expected, Akane and Sakura-san were standing with their backs to each o —Welcome back! Should we explain?

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Mikoto asked, but I just shook my head silently.

—Is that so?

-That’s how it is…

—Shall we go to sleep?

I nodded silently. The best way to calm these two tense girls is to sleep. Tomorrow will be another day.

Perhaps I can forget it. Or better yet, I’d like it to be forgotten.

Although they didn’t get along, they seemed to have no objections. Only Shizuku had spoken.

—Kaede, have you covered all the beds in the room with futons?

—… Yes, that’s fine. They overlap a little, but…

—I see. It seems to be getting a little more complicated.

-What do you mean?

—Who will sleep next to Senou-san?

The three of them were surprised.

—How did we decide that?

Shizuku’s words created an awkward situation. Sleeping would require an extra hour.

Then, late at night.

Choosing who would sleep next to me resulted in a huge fight. Wow, I’m really popular as a guy!

Sakura-san obviously claimed the spot next to me. Without Akane and Mikoto’s agreement, there were more Complications arose. Finally, Shizuku suggested again, and they opted for a “policy of isolation.” What is that?

Is this a treatment for contagious diseases?

Well, that means everyone will sleep together, except me, who will have my own room, while the others Four will share one. “If everyone loses something, at least it’s fair,” Shizuku said.

However, just before falling asleep, she murmured, “Thanks for showering, now we can rest too.” Is she Are you plotting something again?

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I was assigned the collection room as my space. Sakura-san brought in the beds and said, “Please take care of “children,” but honestly, he meant the corpses, right?

“I also brought Natsuru-san’s pajamas,” Sakura-san said, handing me pajamas with a large print of

a visceral animal plushie.

—It’s exactly the same as mine.

It’s true they look alike, but what are we both doing dressed as Chidarumakamoshika? This is…

It looks more like a costume than pajamas. The color of the blood is so realistic it’s disturbing. Akane and Mikoto wore plain, inconspicuous pajamas. Shizuku said, “This is enough,” but clearly The other thing is more enviable.

Shizuku apparently sleeps in a t-shirt. It looks like she brought it with her. Nice. preparation.

—Then please feel free to use this place.

In the center of the collection room is a futon, surrounded by visceral animal plush toys. What

What kind of hell is this place?

Shizuku seemed cheerful despite not being able to sleep with me. Has she been freed from something?

She reached for the light switch on the wall.

—Good night then.

She turned off the light and left. I was left alone in the dark.

It’s extremely disturbing because there are animal carcasses everywhere in the dark. I can’t Sleeping without light is truly terrifying.

Try not to worry as you get into the futon. It was cold.

On the futon sheet, there’s an adorable but strange life-size drawing of a poisonous tanuki. How cold it is It was there from before; they were the limbs of the poisonous tanuki.

Sakura-san gave me this sheet as a special gift. I know something like this shouldn’t be sold just by thinking abo But is the company suffering from a high fever or what?

I need to go to sleep right now. I forced my eyes shut.

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I can’t, I just can’t sleep. They say that in moments like these you should count sheep, but for me, that doesn’t h You’re welcome. I tried a little now, but all I could picture was the jumping Tanuki laughing and leaping over the

again.

I tossed and turned a few times in bed, but nothing improved. Sleep was slowly approaching.

In my head, the battle at the spa and Shizuku’s story kept going around and around.

It looks like a new Kämpfer is about to emerge. How annoying. What do they hope to achieve by involving a stu Secondary school like me in more battles? Should I climb this mountain of fights with all that mess of destiny an

predestination?

It’s like a song by Miyuki Nakajima5.

Anyway, it’s an annoying problem. Why has everything around me been so noisy lately?

But as Mikoto told me a while ago, why am I thinking about it as if it’s none of my business? Am I…

Am I somehow getting used to being a Kämpfer?

I lightly shook the bracelet on my right arm from the futon. It glows dimly, like a light bulb about to burn out.

Turn off. What the hell is this?

I jumped up and pulled back the sheets. Oh, my breasts are flat! I jumped up, worried about my

flattened breasts.

I turned on the light and looked for a mirror somewhere. It must have been part of the pet merchandise.

Visceral. The one with a mirror on his torn belly. I found him immediately. I saw my reflection. Ah, I’m a man again! Although I still retain some of my feminine aura, anyone can see that I am Senou Natsuru, the man.

The reason came to me immediately. It’s because I fell asleep. If I lose consciousness or I sleep, I return to my original body. Dozing off a little while ago wasn’t a good idea.

This is bad. Becoming a woman is easy, but I can’t sleep like this. I don’t like being awake all the time. evening.

I’ll have to sleep a little, and at dawn, I’ll have to wake up and become a woman. Just when

I was thinking that, I heard a noise outside the door.

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I quickly turned off the light and threw myself onto the bed. Oh no, I forgot to become a woman again! The oath It has lost almost all its luster.

Just as I was covering myself with the sheets, the door opened.

What’s happening? Who’s coming? Are they going to eat me? Someone crept up beside me. Oh, no!

—Natsuru-san…

Th-This voice… it’s Sakura-san!

—I have come…

Whoa, is it nighttime? At least we could have done it when I was a man… wait, I am a man.

I quickly turned around. Being discovered as a man wouldn’t be funny. I can shapeshift.

But it shines. In this darkness, it would be more visible than a firefly.

—Since we couldn’t go into the bathroom together, I ended up doing this…

Sakura-san comes up behind me while saying “ehehe”. That breath.

—It’s like a dream, being able to be together like this…

It would be great if it were a dream. Well, actually, that’s what I wanted, but what will happen if they find out? Ah I don’t understand anything anymore.

—They were always in our way, but finally we’re alone, right?

What should I do? Being alone is fine, but how do I get over this? Help me, Ultraman. Even if I just have to endu

three minutes.

—S-.. Sakura-san…

—Call me Kaede…

Kuu, I want to call you. In my fantasy world, Kaede and I are close, but I never thought it would happen. reality in this way.

-Call me…

—Ka.. —Ka?

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—Ka-… Kaede…

Even though it’s a female form, my height and voice don’t change. That’s why I try to speak less in the section

feminine, but now that I’m a guy, I have to remember what my tone was like as a girl. Ugh, this is Too complicated!

Sakura-san’s pleasure was clearly felt through my back.

—What happiness!

A blow to the back. Pressing on his face.

—… Natsuru-san, you have quite a large back, like a boy’s…

Sorry, I’m a boy.

Sa-… Sakura-san was trying to put her hand in front of me. Oh no, she’s aiming for my chest!

Trying to be discreet, I blocked her movement so she couldn’t reach me. Right now, I don’t have breasts. They a

completely flat, so there’s nothing to touch.

—Ahn…

Sakura-san’s dissatisfied voice can be heard.

—Is it wrong…?

-Yeah…

—Even though Mishima-san was touching them so much…

That is also a problematic act.

But what should I do now? Somehow, I’m paralyzed and can’t move.

Perhaps from maintaining the same posture, my neck is already numb and painful.

While I was worrying, Sakura-san shifted restlessly.

—Ah, uh…

—…?

—I already mentioned it before, right? I…

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After hesitating once, she said it clearly.

—Co-Could you… go out with me…? I haven’t received your answer yet…

Ah! It’s finally here.

Despite having postponed it with a variety of excuses, it turns out she’s confessing to me, that I am

A woman. If it were me as a man, I’d say yes in an instant, but as a woman… Oh, wait, now I’m a Man. Even so, that doesn’t make much sense either.

—I know I shouldn’t cause you any problems…

Her tone of voice was hesitant. She seemed sad or distressed. That attitude was also endearing, and it made m

position and smile foolishly.

—Even so, with Mishima-san and Kondou-san nearby…

—…

It’s like a horse race. Don’t worry, Sakura-san, in my mind you already have a hundred-point lead. bodies and you’re running in first position. You’d even win the English Derby in a landslide!

—E-Eeh…

I tried to lower my voice so it wouldn’t be too noticeable.

—Akane-chan and Mikoto too, that’s not…

—That’s not right. Those two, definitely Natsuru-san…

—There isn’t one…

I really can’t believe that. Those two are complete opposites in everything. The only thing they share They’re both Kämpfer. One is a fierce woman and the other is rude.

—Well, then…

His tone became even more hesitant.

—What about Shizuku-chan…?

-Hey?

I just let out a scream. Shizuku is that rapist demon, isn’t she?

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—Natsuru-san, do you like Shizuku-chan…?

-No.

I answered with complete conviction. We’re not fighting, but she treats me like an enemy. Just by looking at eac I feel like I’m being cursed.

—What a relief, so there’s nothing between Shizuku-chan and you…

She was clearly relieved. Of course not.

-Because…?

“Because Natsuru-san’s attitude is strange. Her words, her gaze, and all that…” -It just can’t be…

It may resemble the fixed gaze of a bird of prey when it catches its prey, but…

—Well… it’s the first time I’ve seen someone like this, so I thought maybe…

—There’s nothing…

—I see… If Shizuku-chan took it seriously, she wouldn’t stand a chance…

No, no, that’s not how it is. Sakura-san is the most powerful, and Shizuku is the worst. No matter how beautiful It has some pretty serious flaws.

—…Natsuru-san…

Sakura-san changed her tone.

—Your answer will be…

Oh no, what should I do!

It’s best if I make a confession. “Actually, I’m Natsuru Senou, the boy.” It’s a really effective method. Convenient, but thinking about what will come next depresses me. It will surely cause a great shock. Even Mikoto fainted. Even Sakura-san could have a heart attack instead of just fainting!

That’s not all. Even if miraculously there are no serious consequences, my reputation will be damaged.

No. Could anyone forgive a pervert who sometimes transforms into a woman and who also…

Has he been cheating?

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If I had known this would happen, I would have confessed sooner. Perhaps I have no other choice but to try to g Friendship from there… although it doesn’t seem very promising.

Sakura-san is sticking perfectly to my back. Uhm, in every way, it seems my heart is… point of bursting.

—…

An awkward pause continues. Anyway, I’ll have to answer at some point.

A confession is out of the question, but perhaps accepting myself as a woman could be an option. To remain Woman… no, that doesn’t work. I’m a real man.

—Natsuru-san…

The fingers are moving restlessly. Ugh, it tickles my back! Sakura-san is continuing with her

fingers.

—He’s charming… isn’t he?

Suddenly she seems confused.

—Natsuru-san, your hair, when-…

Oh no, the length and style are different for women. That’s bad.

-Because-…

I inadvertently closed my eyes.

There was a loud noise and the door opened.

—Natsuru-san…!

There was Akane. Wearing light cream-colored pajamas and her usual glasses. So far, so good, but He was unusually clenching his fists, trembling, with a red face and furrowed brows.

Mikoto is standing next to her. She is amazed.

—Woah…!

Mikoto’s mouth opened wide.

—To sneak out into the night?

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Those words enraged Akane.

—What were you planning to do, Sakura-san…? That’s… indecent…! How… shameful…!

—I was having an important conversation.

Although Sakura-san tried to argue, it seemed that the scene had drained all her strength to speak.

—If you thought you weren’t here, you’re sleeping in the same bed. Where’s the conversation…?

—We were talking in our sleep.

—Doing that again…!

—…It’s good! This is our love nest, Natsuru-san and mine!

Sakura-san said something incredible. I was stunned.

—Unrelated individuals, please leave.

—Unrelated people… that…

—Then you can watch. I’ll show you, so please just stand there and watch with your hands over your mouth. all the time!

—Wh-… What…?

Akane’s lips tightened. It was a kind of anger rarely seen lately. She couldn’t

imagine that she was a shy, soft-spoken member of the library committee.

In response to her emotions, the bracelet began to glow blue. Ah.

—It’s… That…

Damn it. I jumped out of bed and covered Sakura-san with the blanket over her head, at the same time that Aka

transformed into Kämpfer.

—This whore!

The glasses disappeared, a gun appeared in his hand. His expression was that of a dog about to pounce.

—Die!

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I transform too. Holding Sakura-san with the entire blanket, I drag her along. A bullet from a pistol crossed the room and opened a hole in the window.

—Stop, you idiot!

Of course, he doesn’t listen to me as if it were natural.

—Shut up! Get that damned woman out of here! I’ll kill her!

—What do you think!?

If I reveal Sakura-san like this, she’ll definitely get killed by Akane. When she’s in dog mode.

Wild, everything is serious. Besides, at this moment, she was more unrestrained than usual.

—Stop and calm down.

—If you protect her, you won’t come out unscathed!

—Don’t you know what it means to be calm?

—Do you know anything about Swahili* (a Bantu language spoken mainly in East Africa, especially in

countries such as Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Mozambique and parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo.)!? What the hell? While we’re arguing, I lift the blanket and quietly tap Sakurasan on the neck. She faints without a

I thought everything would be alright, but the dog woman wouldn’t let go of the gun.

—Don’t joke around. Hey, you complete idiot.

He’s talking about me. Can’t he call me by my name?

—You’re annoying, go somewhere. I’ll give that bitch a lot of lead bullets.

—I’m telling you to stop.

“Who will stop me? I can’t stand it this time. If I kill that whore, Japanese ethics will improve a little.” Out!

—I won’t leave!

Am I really going to sell Sakura-san like that, to the dog woman? Wouldn’t she face a more heartbreaking situat

in front of a lion?

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“Why are you trying to kill Sakura-san? You’re always like this. Killing such a beautiful woman would be a waste The global impact is much greater than going against Japanese ethics!

A metallic, resonant sound. The hammer rose. The gun barrel slowly moved toward me.

—Natsuru.

—What-… What’s wrong?

—Do you know why I’m angry right now?

“I’ll say it plainly. I have no idea,” that’s what comes to mind when I think about it. It can be understood if you thi A dog is in its nature to bark. However, this dog, Your Honor, absolutely refused to accept my answer.

Great. Instead, the spasms in the corner of his eyes were becoming extremely intense.

—… Are you in your right mind?

—That’s my line.

—I understand perfectly what I’m saying, Mikoto knows it too.

Although I thought it was a joke, Mikoto replied, “I understand.” Then, suddenly, she transformed into a Kämpfer rubio.

“You’re the only one with a brain worse than a pumpkin. They say idiots aren’t worth it, and it’s true.” He’s called me an idiot again. That’s enough. What the hell does he mean?

The spasms in his eyes intensified. His fingers squeezed the trigger.

—Stop!

They fired right after. The bullet grazed my cheek.

—Gyaah.

—I just failed on purpose.

I understand. At this distance, she’s an expert at hitting the target.

—If you don’t hurry up, I’ll put as many holes in you as Tom and Jerry’s cheese, you damn idiot. I’m sorry. Not just for myself, but also for Sakura-san if I get shot. But Akane shows no signs of

calm his anger.

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How can I calm her down? I thought about a magical attack, but starting an indoor fire might be too risky.

Dangerous. There is no right way.

—Don’t shoot!

For the moment, I decided to beg. It wasn’t the time to worry about pride or whether it looked embarrassing.

—At least tell me why you want to shoot me.

—Farewell words are bad, you know?

—We’re allies, why are you shooting me? I want to know the reason!

Akane always gets angry with me and Sakura-san and tries to shoot. I know Akane doesn’t get along.

With Sakura-san, but why with me?

—…

Akane’s face looked really worried.

—You really don’t understand, do you?

—I said I have no idea.

Maintaining my pride. I’m the type who writes “I have no idea” in the answer space on exams. with confidence.

The fierce woman asked the girl beside her.

—Do you think it would be a sin to shoot him?

Mikoto sighed.

—… It wouldn’t be.

—That’s what I thought.

Uh, why? It’s a women’s conspiracy. It’s completely unfair.

—Your brain is smaller than a computer bit, you can’t understand it at all.

—I’m saying I don’t understand.

—Then I’ll explain it to you. Open those filthy ears wide and listen carefully.

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The gun barrel moved dangerously close. Involuntarily, I raised both hands.

—Before and after the transformation, if I’m angry with myself, it’s because… I…

Oh, what’s going on? The fierce woman stammered. Strange things happen sometimes. Did she choke on the

mochi6?

—About you-…

It was at that moment.

A metallic clang echoed and the windowpane shattered. Almost simultaneously, a white shadow entered.

White?

It’s a person. A girl dressed in something resembling a dress. Despite being on the twelfth floor, she came From the outside!?

—Found!

The girl screamed happily and waved the weapon in her hand. A sickle at the end of a chain. This girl, perhaps.

We reacted instinctively. The chain with the sickle stuck in the pillow, scattering feathers everywhere. parts.

There’s no mistake. This is a swordswoman. And, moreover, clearly with murderous intentions. She’s trying

to kill us.

—Natsuru, get down on your knees!

Akane screamed. She fired a pistol similar to a Colt Government7.

A metallic clinking sound. Damn, that girl in white deflected the bullet with the edge of the sickle!

To protect ourselves from the rebounds, both Mikoto and I threw ourselves to the ground.

—You’re so skillful!

The girl in white seems to be enjoying it. She radiates happiness from her entire being. In a different way than A

sick.

-Come here!

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The sickle chain flies. This Shishido Baiken8 doesn’t swing a weight, but a sickle chain. Almost like a great

fan.

And, what’s more, their movements are incredibly fast.

—Oh!

Akane’s clothes were torn. It’s not a normal arm.

—Don’t underestimate me!

He adopted a furious attitude. He fired his gun roughly and irrationally. The girl in white dodged.

skillfully.

—I’ll kill you!

-Oh really?

With a contemptuous tone of voice. This only further triggered Akane’s meltdown.

—I will show no mercy!

—Akane-chan, get out of the way!

Mikoto, crouching low, launched herself forward. The silver blade of her katana grazed her neck. A silver flash.

Thinking “I did it” was a mistake.

A chain was wrapped around Mikoto’s katana. With that speed, she instantly changed her target.

He attacked and blocked the weapon.

-Oh really?

-That’s how it is.

The girl in white smiled. Mikoto hasn’t even let go of the handle.

I got up half-rolling. I can’t talk about a fire anymore. I focused my strength on my right hand.

But before my fire could reach me, two daggers flew. One deflected the scythe of the girl in white, and the other Shizuku in a t-shirt, standing next to the open door.

—I can’t sleep with so much noise.

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His two daggers, linked by a chain, moved like living creatures.

—Ara. A weapon similar to mine.

—Hmph…

The face of the girl in white twisted.

—New Kämpfer, huh? Greetings on a night like this?

—Guh…

—Why don’t you rest for a bit? I have something to ask you.

Shizuku’s daggers flew simultaneously, crossing and pointing at the girl in white.

The latter, without deliberately counterattacking, jumped to dodge and turned around.

—That’s enough! I’ll leave!

And he jumped towards the broken window.

I thought he’d committed suicide and went over. It wouldn’t end well if he fell from the twelfth floor.

She wasn’t dead. She hooked the tip of the sickle onto a small ledge in the wall and lowered herself gently. just like with the “rappel9” from a helicopter.

He stepped onto the floor around the ninth floor, retrieved the sickle, and climbed back down, hooking it onto th

ascended in a similar manner.

The sequence of movements was swift. In the blink of an eye, he touched the ground and looked up.

—Veee.

It was clearly audible. The girl in white grimaced and then disappeared somewhere.

I could do nothing but watch her leave, unable to stop it.

-What was that…

—That wasn’t a “what was that,” useless.

Akane suddenly hit me.

—You didn’t do anything. You’re more useless than Shikimori Kazuki10.

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“Who is that? My gun was dangerous to use. It could cause a real fire, you know?” Although I tried to use it, it is true that it is dangerous.

—I don’t need excuses.

Akane kept hitting me mercilessly. It hurts so much. I can’t do anything to defend myself against her.

Mikoto, just in case, was checking on Sakura-san’s condition, and Shizuku was staring intently outside.

—…Have you seen that face before?

Are you asking me? While protecting myself from Akane’s violence, I answer her.

—No. It’s the first time.

-I see…

—Does the president know about it?

—It’s a first for me too. Although I feel like I’ve seen it somewhere before.

It’s unusual for Shizuku, who is usually unambiguous, to speak vaguely. It can be difficult to distinguish faces in

darkness.

—It’s as I expected.

-What thing?

—A new Kämpfer. I didn’t expect him to arrive in a place like this.

That’s true. Since the Kämpfer are attracted to each other, it’s not so strange to be able to locate the place. How Attacking suddenly was surprising. Just as impulsive as Akane.

—Will it be a “forced inspection” in military terms?

—Hmm.

—Did you see the color?

—Now that you mention it, I didn’t see it.

Neither red nor blue, I didn’t see it. Even though it should have stood out well in the dark, I didn’t see it at all.

Interestingly, Shizuku also agreed.

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—I didn’t see it either.

—She was wearing the bracelet, right?

—I should have brought it.

Hmm. What does this mean? Shizuku glanced briefly out the window.

—We can’t let our guard down, can we?

—But why all of a sudden?

—Actually, if Kondou-san were here, perhaps this wouldn’t have been necessary. But as it’s happening The night, amicably with us, may have been removed from the equation.

Mikoto is surprised and turns away.

—Hey, are you treating me like a traitor?

—Probably, yes.

Shizuku replied casually. Even though she said this, she had surely anticipated this matter as well. by hosting Mikoto.

—It will get more intense from now on.

Words that seemed to point to the future. But I, too, could understand that situation.

Undoubtedly, a new enemy. Moreover, an entity unknown to us. The opponent is probably…

Seriously. We won’t be able to relax either.

Shuddering, Akane was breathing as if nothing was happening.

—This is interesting, don’t you think?

Tenderly caressing the gun.

—That woman in white, I can’t stand her mocking face. I’ll take her inside and give her a new look. Kukuku, it’s

the punishment for looking down on me.

She’s frightening. She truly is a ferocious woman. She doesn’t hesitate and responds to the scent of blood.

It seems Shizuku has no intention of stopping her. She approaches Mikoto.

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—How is Kaede?

—She’s just fainted.

I was the one who made her faint. I’ll have to apologize later. Sakura-san probably won’t understand any of this

what happened.

—Then, I’ll make sure she doesn’t remember this.

—Can you really do that?

—Yes, I can do it.

Incidentally, she’s done something like this before. On that occasion, she kidnapped Sakura-san herself and alt

memory. She is a woman with many special talents.

—Good, then take care of the subsequent tasks, Senou-kun.

-Hey?

-Take care of yourself.

Huh? Me?

—Hey, you don’t expect me to do everything alone, do you?

-That’s how it is.

-Because…!?

—Because you’ve been the one who’s worked the least, so at least do it well in the end.

Why would the student council president delegate work in a situation like this? I glance nervously. around and Mikoto has an expression that says: “of course” while Akane laughs out loud.

—Gyahaha, that’s good. Hey, Natsuru, make sure you clean everything properly. There’s broken glass and it’s

dangerous.

—You also have to clean up the mess after firing a shot! I’m counting on you.

—I trust you, okay?

Laughing, Akane left with Mikoto. They’ll probably go back to their room to sleep. I don’t think she has the The same calm. At least taking Sakura-san, who had fainted, away was an act of kindness.

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For some reason, Shizuku was left behind.

—What’s wrong, Madam President? Aren’t you going to help me?

—… I have something to ask you.

Oh. What’s wrong?

I decided to speak as I bent down to pick up the glass. The fragments are small. I’ll need a

vacuum cleaner for this. However, there is no further dialogue.

-… What’s happening?

—Could you turn around, please?

—That’s fine, isn’t it?

—It’s difficult to talk if you don’t look at me.

—What a nuisance.

Sometimes unusual things happen. As I was saying, “yes, yes,” I turned around and was surprised. She was wearing a t-shirt. That’s fine, but until that moment I hadn’t realized: she was wearing Just the bottom part of the pajamas!

-I’m sorry…!

I looked away hurriedly. For a moment, she seemed surprised, but she soon understood.

Apparently, she wasn’t going to wear anything to cover herself.

—I’m fine like this.

—No, it’s not right…

—I don’t like wearing extra clothes to bed. More importantly, ask questions. Look at me.

His tone was commanding. I tried not to look down as much as possible. Thanks to that, I ended up looking directly his face.

—What’s happening?

—What were you and Kaede doing together?

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—Uh… Well…

When I tried to answer, I reacted. Why are you asking me something like that?

-That?

—…It doesn’t matter, does it?

What’s it to this person? It was just a sweet moment between Sakura-san and me. Although that’s a lie.

—Yes, you’re right, it doesn’t matter. But I want to know. Wasn’t Mishima-san about to say something? It seems She has forgotten it.

Hmm… There’s something I remembered.

—It’s not a big deal.

—So, can you answer?

—It’s not something I have to teach.

—Were they in the same bed?

-Yeah.

—…What happened then?

I decided to ignore it.

—Nothing in particular.

Then I continued staring at the glass. It feels like having the upper hand, even though it’s confusing. It’s probabl Let’s answer. Let’s allow the student council president to get a little unsettled.

-… I see.

Oh, he’s angry. Perhaps his face didn’t change, but you can feel it in the air. This is unusual. It’s not like him. of a woman being designated as a “program in operation”.

—Okay then.

—Don’t hate me.

“I’m not hating you. But it’s hard to contain that feeling of unease, isn’t it?”

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—What are you saying?

—Maybe I’m jealous.

Her words are incomprehensible. Who’s jealous of whom? She’s just talking nonsense.

As I resume cleaning, I suddenly ask.

—Oh, aren’t you going to help me?

—It’s obvious.

Shizuku turns her back and disappears from the collection room.

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—Okay, let’s go.

The girl in the white dress walks away from the building while jumping.

—Ooh, that was dangerous! With so many numbers like that, will it be difficult?

Her voice is too loud to be just a whisper. Is it a habit? The person in question doesn’t seem

worried.

Stop jumping and run. Her skirt billows in the air.

—Rika.

He stops in his tracks when he hears his name.

Three girls stood in front of her in a line. Different heights, different hairstyles, but a similar atmosphere. wraps them up.

The one who called her crosses her arms.

—I said we should stay together, why did you run away?

—Oh, I’m so sorry. I got a little distracted, you know?

Rika smiles without a care in the world.

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-What happened?

—Well, it turns out Mikoto wasn’t doing anything. What a waste!

—Did he betray us?

—I don’t know. I haven’t met her.

—And the others?

—The student council president and a girl like a dog… Oh, there was also a famous person.

Senou Natsuru. From the female section.

The girl’s eyebrow raises slightly.

—So he was a Kämpfer after all. And he was at Kaede Sakura’s house, just as I thought. —Yes. It was as the moderator said.

—It could turn into a spectacular battle under certain circumstances.

—I don’t think so. We’ve already fought.

Rika speaks animatedly. The girl, amazed, says:

—And what was that Natsuru like?

—I’m not sure. Maybe he wasn’t very Kämpfer-like.

—Could you make a commitment?

—I don’t know. But if he doesn’t mind being rude, it doesn’t matter.

—There’s no need to be cautious, then. Are we going to be flashy?

—We’re going to face each other.

Rika says enthusiastically. The other girls just smile slightly.