Vol. 7 Ch. 4
Vol. 7 Ch. 4
Chapter 4
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—Aaa, uuuh.
I fell onto the bed groaning. I had just become a man.
Staring absently at the ceiling. The decor looked unpleasant. A face was reflected next to the light.
human. Next to that one, a face that looked like a baby’s. I don’t want to think about it too much, because if I I won’t be able to sleep tonight, but it may already be too late.
—Welcome back…
Akane said. As her words indicated, she had just returned.
After I finished changing, although Sakura-san didn’t comment on my clothes, she seemed interested.
in knowing which room I was staying in.
—Please tell me where you’re going to play.
What a direct wish.
—No… I’m not staying here…
—Oh, but the changing room is only available to guests of this hotel, right?
Wow. Why is she only noticing these things now? That’s Sakura-san for you… Well, now’s not the time. to admire it.
—Well… just with one ticket to use the changing rooms…
I didn’t know if such a pass existed, but it seemed to serve as an excuse.
-Oh really?
He seemed disappointed for a moment, but quickly recovered.
—Then let’s eat together.
—I just ate…
—It’s dinner. I’ll be waiting for you.
When she looked at me with those sincere eyes, it was hard to say no. So I nodded without thinking. And with t Of all of them, I went to the bathroom and regained my male form.
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Naturally, I reversed the transformation in the men’s restrooms. If a man were to leave the restrooms Women would probably call the police, but if a woman enters the men’s restroom, it’s not as serious.
Or so I think. They probably won’t call me, probably.
Well, to cool things down a bit, I went back to my room. To avoid being discovered by Sakura-san (she’s the (next room, after all), I had to be extremely careful. Since I became Kämpfer, I feel like I’ve never fully relaxed.
—Ah… Akane-chan.
I said while still lying in bed.
-Yeah…?
—What time is dinner?
—The president said at seven.
—Uh…
Looking at the clock on the nightstand, there was still some time left. I suppose it’s time to have some fun, isn’t i
So? Should I do something to kill time? I can’t think of much. Should I watch TV? Or maybe I want to play Shiritori9 with Akane. What should I do?
—Ah, that was a nice bath, wasn’t it?
—I totally agree. You need to relax.
I thought it was too noisy and I was surprised. It turns out Harakiritora and Sepkukurousagi were laughing as th Although I said they were coming, they could barely move; they were more like tortoises than hares, but they ce
from the stock market.
—Hey! Where do you think you’re going?
I jumped up and asked. Harakiritora looked at me.
—Ah, Natsuru is back!
—Don’t be so casual. What were you doing?
—Taking a bath together, Sepkuku and I…
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—Taking a bath together?! You didn’t go to the public baths, did you?!
This hotel isn’t a business, but rather a resort. That’s why they have extensive thermal baths, dug deep undergr
holes in the ground and bringing in thermal water.
If you look closely, there was steam coming out of their heads. This is bad. If the stuffed animals are found laug While taking a bath, newspaper reporters will come.
—Aah, no, those are the bathrooms over there.
Sepku and Harakiritora.
—Anyway, I won’t be using the big public restroom.
—Ooh, I see. At this height, I can’t reach the elevator buttons.
Even Sepkurousagi says so. Will he go once he’s reached it?
—So, nobody saw you?
“They didn’t see me. I didn’t call room service either. However, the view from the bathroom here is nice.” After checking a bit, the room had a separate bathroom from the toilet, with a large window.
The view looked nice too. I’ll go in later as well.
I reached out and placed two stuffed animals on the table. There was no need to do this, but it irritated me. to see such slow movements.
—Oh, I’m so sorry.
—Natsuru, you’ll go to heaven if you die!
Can’t you change the way you speak?
—By the way, how was the pool? Did you have a good time?
When Harakiritora asked me, I explained briefly.
—I didn’t have much fun. The only good thing was being able to hold Sakura-san’s hand.
—But it was Natsuru-san, right?
Don’t say it so directly.
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—Hee, did the white Kämpfers come too?
Sepkurousagi was pinching her belly.
—Okay, okay.
—Akane, did you face them too?
-Yeah…
Akane shrank back. Apparently, she has a habit of remembering and regretting the things she shouted during
the battle.
Harakiritora asks again.
—Were all the white Kämpfers present?
—I don’t know. I didn’t see them, but they could have been there.
—Hmm.
Harakiritora scratched his eyepatch. Every now and then, he came face to face with Sepkurousagi.
—That’s possible, isn’t it?
—What are you talking about?
—Well, Sepkuku and I were taking a bath together, you know…
—Ah, yes. Dry your body with the hairdryer. The desk got wet.
—I’ll dry off later. But, listen, when we were looking outside together, I knew we weren’t the
unique here.
—What? Did you see us naked or something? If it’s a stuffed doll, it shouldn’t be suspicious.
—No, that’s not it. Near here, there was another messenger besides the two of us.
Unable to resist asking, “What are you saying?”, Akane approached from the bed.
—What do you mean by that?
—Well… I think it’s similar to what happens when Kämpfers are attracted to each other. We can feel it when the
colleagues nearby too.
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—Aren’t you talking about Sepkurousagi?
—No. It’s separate.
-How far?
—Up to there. But it’s not a single being.
—So, the president and Mikoto, perhaps?
—That could be. But why would they have brought them?
Exactly. If there are more messengers like these types of chemical fibers, that would be a problem. Once If everyone starts talking at once, it’s bound to be noisy.
No, that’s not it. The idea of ■■Harakiritora getting into my bag was a coincidence. I didn’t intend to
Bring it. However, upon thinking about it, Akane had also brought Sepkurousagi. That doesn’t seem to be just
a coincidence.
“Uhm…”, Akane opened her mouth fearfully.
—Perhaps even the white Kämpfers brought them too…
It’s very likely. At this point, we’d be the only ones with stuffed animals, which is quite strange.
-Oh well…
Sepkurousagi began to speak.
—What are we supposed to do when we meet?
“It wasn’t our intention to bring them together, it just happened. Bringing them here wasn’t planned.” —Shut up, Natsuru. It doesn’t matter how. Visceral animal plushies don’t have reunions.
Students. There’s nothing to talk about. I just took a shower.
Ah, right. So why did we meet? Was it really just a coincidence?
If visceral animal plushies gather without further ado, I too have witnessed something similar. It was in front of A toy store in a cart. The image of a teenage elementary school girl throwing herself into everything.
The fact that he looked at me with a genuine expression of repulsion, like “cute!”, shocked me.
—And you, didn’t you receive any orders or anything like that?
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I decided to ask them.
—It seems they received some kind of vibrating signal, like a wave, and here they are…
—That can’t be true.
-At all.
I was rejected outright, and by both of them.
—We’re not cell phones, you know?
“Letting the radio signal enter their minds is something only a disturbed person would say. Natsuru, have you…”
returned like this?
Shut up, I haven’t turned into this.
But if it’s not a radio signal, mmm… I don’t understand.
I’m not that smart. I prefer watching comedy shows to keep my mind relaxed.
I’m not worried about this. As Mikoto says, “Too soft. I’m not melted cheese.” Anyway, for now I’ll try not to think about it. I think I’ll understand eventually anyway.
—Natsuru-san… why don’t we try asking the president or Kondou-san directly…?
Akane suggested. Oh, right, that’s an easy option too!
—Yes. I’ll ask at dinner… Ah, Sakura-san is there, isn’t she?
This is going to be complicated. There’s a risk the messenger’s story will be discovered, but above all, there’s a
to get him excited.
As you know, Sakura-san is a huge fan and collector of visceral animal plushies. Try taking them out!
This topic will come up at dinner. It will immediately turn into a soliloquy. He’ll surely talk about rare goods that No one else knew, or how to distinguish between the same plush toys by the quality of the stitching and which f They left.
I heard that a girl went through a similar situation two years ago. Apparently, she lasted about thirty minutes, an After that, she apologized, saying, “Please forgive me, Kaede,” and they released her.
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That must be avoided. As a man devoted to Sakura-san, I could endure it for hours.
(probably), but the other girls are in danger. Won’t Akane make her faint?
—I’ll ask in secret later…
Akane also said, “That would be nice…” —By the way, hey, tiger boy.
Harakiritora’s eyebrow furrowed slightly.
—What’s wrong? Please call me properly.
—When you stop going into other people’s bags without permission, I’ll call you. Can’t they locate the address o
companions?
-Don’t know.
—Wow, quick answer.
—It’s not a GPS. I can only say they’re around here.
It would be useful to take action if there were any white Kämpfers nearby, at least within this hotel. There are th
adjacent to the theme park.
Are you that worried?
Sepkurousagi says.
—On the other hand, you don’t seem to have much empathy.
—Because I’m a stuffed animal.
—Okay, let’s go outside for a bit and have a look around. Please leave the door unlocked.
—Don’t talk nonsense.
Walking calmly while they talk, do they intend to plunge the hotel into panic with that stuffed animal?
—Come on, doesn’t Natsuru think he can rest too?
—They just want to have fun, don’t they?
Sepkukurousagi laughs, saying, “You heard, huh?” It’s a truly amazing plushie.
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I left the visceral stuffed animals unattended and lay back down on the bed again. My shoulders and My back is burning, but it’s just a sunburn. It will probably hurt tomorrow.
Next to the pillow, the theme song for the outburst of laughter from Drifters started playing.
It was my mobile phone. The battery is dead, so it’s not convenient to carry it, but I brought it because I’m in a h Visit. It’s plugged into the wall socket via the charger. Therefore, it can’t be taken outside. It’s a phone. via personal use cable.
Looking at the LCD screen, I saw that it was Higashida.
I jumped and pressed the answer button. Did he happen to recognize me? guy?
-… Yeah?
(Hey, Natsuru. It’s me, me)
I would normally say something like, “I have nothing to say to you. Please contact me through a…”
lawyer” and would hang up, but this time I decided not to.
-… What’s happening?
(Hey, today’s retirement day. Did you forget?) —I forgot. So what?
(It doesn’t matter, come now. There are plenty of girls here.) That must be a lie. But I’m asking just in case.
—What kind of girls are they?
(Prepare to be surprised. The beauties from the women’s section are here. Sakura-san is here too.) —Is he there?
(Yes, it is. It’s paradise. Even the Beauty Research Club has begun a new spring.) Even the special advisor is participating!
What are they saying? They probably just want me to join so they don’t feel so miserable being
surrounded mainly by men.
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I’m not even going to consider it! I mean, after all, I’m pretty close.
—…Where the hell are you? Aren’t you at sea?
(No, you’re mistaken. It’s a hotel attached to a luxury theme park! We’ve bought tickets. It will be a
luxurious strike training camp) —What kind of hotel is that?
(Well… it’s the Shintoa Hotel)
Yes! It’s different. This is a foreign-owned hotel called Continental Ocean. There should be ghosts. in Shintoa, I think I remember.
(Natsuru, come too. It’ll be fun! Girls only.) -Alright.
I declined the offer. Despite the bustle of the Beauty Research Club on the other end of the phone, I could only Listen, guys. Where are the girls?
It’s kind of them to invite me, and in that sense, I think Higashida is a good person, but he’s a bad person.
For now. If it appeared shortly after hanging up, it would be a surprise.
I told him, “Invite me again, but without the Beauty Research Club,” and hung up.
—Those people now… those people from before…
Akane said.
-Yeah.
—Are those people… Higashida-san? Are they staying at this hotel?
—No, they’re somewhere else.
-I see…
Akane seemed relieved and disappointed at the same time.
—Did something happen?
—When I went to work at the maids’ café…
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The house of the class president’s sister?
—Higashida-san… complimented me a lot… He said I was pretty, that it suited me… He even asked for my ema
say goodbye…
-Hey…
Incredible! Did that idiot Higashida even try to flirt? Although he seemed like he was by the pool Intimidated, now he’s strangely confident! Despite that attitude, it’s not so easy to do.
She looked at me with pleading eyes.
—Akane, did you give her your email address for that?
-No…
He shook his head. Then he waited for my answer.
—Natsuru-san…
-Hey?
—About not cooking toasted mochi… right?
—What are you talking about?
I like to season mochi with soy sauce. But I don’t like the dry feeling of soy flour.
—No, it’s fine…
For no apparent reason, Akane smiled. She should live life with more joy. Lately, she’s been cursing too.
my destination often.
I look at my watch. It’s four o’clock. It’s a rather inconvenient time. It’s difficult to go on rides or go shopping.
at the moment.
—…Should I sleep?
-Hey!?
Akane, who should have been sunk like a sailing ship riddled with holes by pirates, jumped out.
—S-Sleep, at this time, Natsuru-san…
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For some reason, Akane was completely bewildered, her face bright red. What’s wrong? —We… shared a room… and suddenly… We should have done something more… w-well, I booked the room… so… yes, that’s right…
What are you saying?
—Ah, w-well… if you put it that way, s-maybe in a little while… and maybe even surpass the president already Kondou-san…! No-No, it’s not that I hold a grudge against you or anything like that…
—…Eer, Akane-chan, I was just thinking about taking a nap, you know?
—A nap…?
-Yeah.
—Ah… I see…
Her face completely red, she sank back down. How busy she is.
I turned the bedsheets around and slipped in, fully clothed. There was a yukata and robe laid out, but like this I’m fine.
Ring, ring. The phone rings. Akane answers.
-Yeah…
(Akane-chan!?)
It’s Mikoto. She has a pretty loud voice. You can hear it all the way here. (It seemed like you were about to do something strange. I had a feeling.) —No, I haven’t done anything…
In contrast, Akane responded as if she had disappeared.
—I didn’t do anything…
(Seriously? My antenna is going up.) —That’s true… I didn’t do it…
(…I understand. I’m sorry, I was wrong. When I think about it, Natsuru wouldn’t do that on his own.)
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-Yeah…
After that, Mikoto somehow spoke in a low voice, saying, “Dealing with an idiot like that is difficult for “Both,” and Akane also replied, “Yes…” Hmm, were they criticizing me?
It seems girls like to talk badly about boys. I’ll pretend I didn’t hear anything.
As I thought about that, I closed my eyes. For some reason, in my dreams, Akane and Mikoto transformed.
They were insulting me together.
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I woke up and it was already past six-thirty. Although it was still a little light outside, it would soon get dark. quickly.
That’s why dinner. In a way, even eating requires attention.
We could have had dinner at the hotel or out, but Mikoto insisted that she preferred to be at the hotel.
“You know, I’ve never really had dinner in a hotel before,” my childhood friend said.
—I once had dinner at a very run-down inn in Africa. There was a shootout between guerrillas. anti-government protests in the city. It was very difficult.
His “very difficult” is beyond the reach of a high school student.
We headed to the large dining area on the second floor of the hotel. With a buffet format, you can serve yourse You want to eat. In short, it’s an all-you-can-eat buffet.
The buffet is usually quite mediocre, but given that this is a high-end hotel, the variety was…
Amazing. There were up to eight kinds of bread. And about twenty soups. I couldn’t even tell the difference any
differences.
I chose a random place to sit. Mikoto ran towards the food area shouting, “Let’s eat!”
The seating arrangement was unimportant… perhaps to some, but it was important to me. I would prefer I considered sitting next to Sakura-san or right in front of her. I even considered taking her seat.
Mikoto if necessary.
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However, Sakura-san was not there.
—President, what happened to Sakura-san?
—Kaede? It seems she went to the bathroom… oh, right, she’s not here.
—I’ll go look for her.
I stood up immediately. This might be the perfect moment to get a little closer to Sakura-san.
—I’ll go too…
I don’t know why, but Akane decided to join too. There’s no need to force it. She should follow Akane’s example Mikoto, as far as eating goes. Look, she’s put so much food on her plate that it’s amazed the chef.
—As long as you eat, everything is fine.
—No, only if I’m with Natsuru-san…
I don’t know what would happen if it were just me, but if he insists so much.
We left the restaurant and looked left and right. We still couldn’t find her.
—Is she perhaps in the women’s restroom?
—He doesn’t care if I come back…
We decided to return to the room.
We have to go up in the elevator. Mikoto occasionally suggests, “Let’s take the stairs” to avoid it.
His physical endurance is unfathomable.
We pressed the button to call the elevator, and at that moment Akane looked to the side.
—Wait… isn’t Sakura-san there?
At the far end of the hallway, there was definitely someone who looked like Sakura-san. It seems there’s no nee I intended to go back to the restaurant while we chatted quietly.
But Sakura-san isn’t coming this way. Somehow, looking nervous, she turns down the hallway.
-Hey…?
Akane also bowed her head.
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—Should we call her?
I ran towards Sakura-san at a brisk pace. Akane followed me as well.
Peeking out from around the corner, Sakura-san revealed her figure from behind. She had opened a door.
It said “STAFF ONLY”. That area is off-limits to customers.
She just walked in. Akane and I confirmed that there was no one around and looked inside the door. which had “STAFF ONLY” written on it.
It was a corridor leading from there as well. Being for staff use only, it wasn’t decorated. In fact, the floor was
of bare concrete. Although the pipes were installed directly in the wall, probably for
facilitate the inspection.
There was a sound of steady footsteps. Sakura-san was walking ahead.
—Where do you plan to go…?
I said it involuntarily.
—What lies beyond here?
-I don’t know…
In response to Akane’s question, I could only shake my head. After looking at each other for a moment,
we decided to move forward.
It wasn’t dark, as there were lights hanging from the ceiling. However, this also meant that we had
good visibility, so if they see us, it would be a bit complicated.
We followed her stealthily.
—What could he be doing…?
—What could it be? In my opinion…
I organized my thoughts in my head. If it were something Sakura-san would do…
—What if he’s practicing…?
-Hey?
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She’s practicing how to confess her feelings to someone she likes. She’s so embarrassed she can’t do it. somewhere else, so he went to a secluded spot.
Akane has an expression as if she’s bitten into about a hundred bitter insects, but at least I’m serious.
—Sakura-san has finally shown interest in a boy. She’s probably practicing her confessions. in front of the mirror.
—…That’s the only reason I’m asking, but who is the person of interest?
—If it were me, it would be fine.
—… You know that about yourself, right? I don’t think so.
Please don’t say it outright. I want to keep my illusions about Sakura-san forever.
Oh no, I’m losing sight of Sakura-san. It’s a straight corridor, but sometimes there are forks.
“There doesn’t seem to be any doubt,” Akane said. “He really doesn’t seem to be wandering around. He seems —Not that I have anything in mind, but it could be the security office, or maybe a back road, right?
—A back road… it’s going to come out…
-By no means…
Right before lunch. The only possible idea is that he’s going to buy me a surprise gift, but that’s not it. Not my birthday or an anniversary. Well, I could do something like “Memorable Encounter with Sakura-san” ×××× times” or something like that.
I tried to explain, but Akane doesn’t seem interested in my ramblings and doesn’t even want to listen.
—…Huh? Where’s Sakura-san?
I also look ahead. It’s no longer there.
—Could it have bent?
The hallway definitely splits in two. Akane and I started running. And suddenly…
—Whoa!?
—Kyaah!?
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Something falls from above. It’s just like Akane during the day, but there shouldn’t be a trapdoor.
Looking up, I notice. There are also several thick pipes running along the ceiling.
Was he hiding there?
The person who got out was holding in their right hand a weapon larger than a pistol and smaller than A rifle. A subcompact machine gun.
—It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you, Senou-san.
Whoa, it’s Ryoka Yamakawa! And she’s armed, so she’s become a Kämpfer.
—Here you go.
The gun barrel was pointed at me. Phew!
At the same moment as the shot, I fell. Incidentally, it wasn’t an instinctive action, but a coincidence. Akane He also jumped to the left, but that also smells like a coincidence.
I focus my strength into my right arm. A bluish-white light envelops me and I transform into the shape of
women.
—Ara.
The cannon was pointed at me, so without hesitation, I activated my magic. A fireball shot out.
A sharp, harsh sound, and the sound of exploding flames. They collided in mid-air. I didn’t hit Ryoka, but I I also escaped unharmed.
—In a two-on-one fight, you’re at a disadvantage!
Akane screamed. She transformed too. Since she also has a weapon, it’s a collision of projectiles. flying.
The fierce woman pulled the trigger. Since she has unlimited ammunition, it’s almost the same as having a mac subcompact. She’s determined to make holes in me.
—Die, you damned woman!
—Wow, how rude.
Ryoka jumped back, kicking the ground. Both attacks missed.
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—Hey, Natsuru, fight! Or kill that damn woman!
—You always have extreme opinions, huh?
—You can kill her yourself. No problem on your end!
I rejected that offer. I don’t want to die, so I fired my magic. She dodged it.
—You silly boy!
—You failed too.
—Mine was carelessness… I did it on purpose. Do it properly!
—It’s crazy, you idiot!
This was my answer.
Thinking about it, is it okay to call a woman “oyaji10”? Listen.
—If you dare to challenge me again, I’ll blow your head off.
—Don’t you intend to treat your colleague more kindly?
—Those who waver between Sakura-san’s bitch and the president’s charm, a tombstone suits them well!
Don’t talk nonsense. I’ve never doubted the president’s charm. Although with Sakura-san, I still have my doubts “If a guy like you were my partner, even I’d be corrupted. Hey, Natsuru, die in front of me.”
—Why me!?
—It would make me feel better.
—Is it okay if anything happens to me?
—Corpses don’t complain.
Is it decided that I’m going to die?
By the way, there’s a reason why Akane and I can have this kind of discussion.
Ryoka hasn’t attacked from a distance. It seems to be slowly retreating.
—… What is that woman doing?
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—Don’t ask me.
—Hey, Yamakawa! Where do you think you’re going? Face us now!
“I’m sorry, but I can’t spend much time with you,” Ryoka replies as she walks away.
—Fighting you here wasn’t planned. I’d like to leave the real battle for another time.
—Why not right now?
—It’s not advisable at this time.
Despite Akane’s persistent provocation, not many are willing to respond. Although it is a
Kämpfer Blanco doesn’t seem to have any intention of fighting. Will it be different with Rika? Ignoring Akane, who continues talking nonstop, I ask: “Are you staying here?” —No comment.
—If they’re not staying here, why are they in this place?
—It seems to be because of the presence of people like you. Perhaps it’s like an escort?
-Escort…?
My thoughts are interrupted by the sound of Akane’s sudden gunshot. Wow, shooting me so close.
So! What would happen if my eardrums ruptured?
Ryoka gracefully dodges the shot. Akane murmurs something about Ramba Ral11.
—I ask that we save the battle for another place. In any case, we will meet again soon.
—Wait a minute. When is “soon”?
Before he can get a response, she’s already stopped talking. Glancing nervously behind him, It begins to retreat.
“Ryoka,” a voice calls out. Without hesitation, she runs away, her face turned in another direction.
—Don’t run away!
Akane fires, but Ryoka turns the corner and disappears. We quickly follow her.
We turn the corner, but all we see is a steel door moving with no one present.
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We watched the scene for a while.
—Hey, Natsuru!
Akane strikes with her elbow.
-What’s happening?
—Did you hear what he said earlier?
-… Yeah.
I have no other option but to respond this way. I heard it clearly with my own ears.
—It was probably just your imagination.
—Oh, I see. So, the Sakura girl we saw, was she also a hallucination? Are you high on something?
New, flying high for 24 hours?
—Would a high school student do something like that?
This was how I tried to distract myself. Although Akane kept talking as usual, I suppose I needed I tried to stay calm. However, he didn’t point his gun at me.
The voice that called Ryoka a moment ago. Without a doubt, it belonged to Sakura-san.
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Akane and I returned to the hallway we came from, deactivating our transformation.
I felt a weight in the air. My usually positive nerves about anything related to Sakurasan were a little worn down
Without speaking, we headed to the restaurant. At least we’d have something in our stomachs.
—You’re so slow.
We were greeted with a lot of food and Mikoto’s complaints.
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—We’ve already started.
—My apologies, we’re already eating.
Sakura-san said the same thing. Huh?
Akane and I were stunned. Sitting in a chair, it was undoubtedly Sakura-san. So, who was the… person we saw in the hallway earlier?
She bowed her head.
—Uh… what’s wrong?
—Ahem… Sakura-san, where were you? We came looking for you.
—In the bathroom… I thought about going back quickly. I’m sorry I made you wait.
That’s fine, but can you go ahead from there and get to the restaurant before us?
Akane also seems genuinely intrigued. Really, you have no idea what’s going on?
—Sit down.
Once again, the ever-calm president speaks.
—Do you have something in mind?
—No, well…
I give a vague answer.
—I’ll ask later, for now eat.
Understood.
Akane and I went to the area where the dishes were lined up and chose several things. I thought there were I took note of the most important things because of what happened in the hallway, but there was still a lot left to There was evidence of the white Kämpfers. So what on earth was that?
The meal continued without incident, or rather, a little tensely. Akane and I were worried about what
It had happened while Mikoto was getting up frequently to eat. She seemed to be thinking about
Something. The important Sakura-san was captivated by Senou Natsuru. Of course, it wasn’t me, the boy.
—Isn’t Natsuru-san coming? We promised to eat together, didn’t we?
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Was that the case?
As Shizuku took a bite of the teriyaki chicken,
—It seems he’s gone. He said he didn’t have much of an appetite.
—Hey, is Natsuru-san gone?
Sakura-san was clearly disappointed. I feel discouraged.
—He said he might come when it’s nighttime.
Shizuku made a subtle comment.
—Will you be staying overnight?
—That’s it. It would also have an additional cost.
—If it’s about the cost of the stay, I can pay for it myself.
Sakura-san is kind. At least, she shares some of that kindness with me, a man.
We finished dinner and decided to return to our room.
Although it’s still early evening. Well, early in the sense that it’s time to go to sleep.
Since we’re at a theme park, there should be some kind of fun event. Something like fireworks.
“It looks like the fireworks will be launched later,” Akane replied when I asked her.
—You can see them from the room, but I’d still prefer to see them from outside.
—Yes, that’s true.
“So, how about we play together until then?” Shizuku suggested suddenly. How unusual, offering something So, voluntarily?
-Outside?
“No, it would be fine in our room. It should be more spacious than that,” she replied. Since we didn’t have Alternatively, we decided to follow the president’s advice.
The hotel has a convenience store on the ground floor. It offers everything you might need, but it’s only open…
until eleven at night. It’s a bit strange that it’s not open all night.
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Before it closed, Mikoto and Akane went shopping.
When Mikoto received money from me (for some reason, I always ended up paying), she asked me
Suddenly: “Hey, what does Natsuru want to eat?”
—Anything is fine. Some sweets and juice.
—Specify something.
—Really, anything is fine.
—Then I’ll get a bucket of chicken and turtle eggs, hohoho!
That’s not food. There was a joke like that in Hisaichi Ishii’s manga.
Something still seemed like it was going to complain, so I said, “French fries and ginger ale.” If they don’t have i I’m in Mikoto’s decision, but I don’t think she’ll actually come with buckets and eggs, will she?
Shizuku went back into the room, but I was waiting in the hallway.
After a while, the two returned with food, drinks, paper plates, and paper cups. There were no buckets.
Carrying plastic bags in both hands, towards Mikoto’s room and the others. This room had two beds and a tatami area in the back. I like this layout. It must be
because many elderly people still haven’t gotten used to being in bed.
They unfolded the plastic bottles and sweets they had bought. It was similar to when we stayed in Sakura-san’s house earlier. They poured juice into paper cups and we toasted. Of course, there was no
alcohol.
The windows in this place were also large. Outside it was completely dark. If they set off fireworks
artificial ones, they would probably look good from the room.
We chatted for a while. There really wasn’t much to talk about.
At times like this, the conversation inevitably turned to school. It’s understandable that
be something repetitive.
They were mostly talking about girls’ club stuff. Someone somewhere got a boyfriend, that girl.
She broke up with her boyfriend, that teacher looks inappropriate, etc.
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Sakura-san was leading the conversation. She’s the one who enjoys these kinds of topics the most. among all of them. Sometimes he apologized.
—Natsuru, I’m sorry. I guess you don’t understand about the female section, do you?
—Okay, we can continue talking about that.
I wasn’t participating in the conversation. It’s not that I don’t know, it’s that I know too much. If I get too involved I mention things only known by girls; it would reveal my true male identity.
Even so, Sakura-san was considerate and quickly changed the subject.
However, that caused Akane to talk mainly about books and the library committee, Shizuku deflected
The conversation turned to the student association or the Japanese economy, and Mikoto spoke of reptiles or o South American drug cartels, which was inappropriate.
Although it could be said that it was inevitable, the conversation naturally turned to what happened today.
While eating a potato chip, Sakura-san spoke.
—Hey, Shizuku-chan. Was there a fight or something while you were swimming?
—Ara, why?
—Because I heard a noise like something was breaking.
Gik.
My back gets a little cold. Out of the corner of my eye, I see Mikoto devouring persimmon seeds, while Akane lo
frightened.
—Nothing happened.
The student council president responded as if nothing had happened.
-Really?
—Did they scream or something? Normally it would be something more serious, wouldn’t it?
—Now that you mention it…
—So it’s not a big deal. Maybe the facilities have deteriorated a little.
She’s a total liar with a straight face. It’s amazing how easily I can believe what she says.
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Sakura-san didn’t say anything more about it. Instead, she murmured, “Ah, I’d like to see Natsuru-san,” and put a strange state.
Everyone, including me, kept drinking juice. At these gatherings, the drinks inevitably ran out, and The large quantity of salty snacks only made the situation worse.
—Senou-kun, pass that to me.
-Clear.
—And that too.
—Yes, yes.
Sitting next to me, they were constantly giving me orders. Honestly, I’d rather be the masochistic guy in the “Clu
from being scolded by Shizuku Sangou-sama.” -Thank you.
She poured two colas and handed me one.
-Thank you.
Shizuku lightly kissed the rim of the glass and then moved her hand to mine. Wow.
Akane said, “Hyah!” as Mikoto gasped for breath.
“Shizuku-chan… looks great,” Sakura-san said.
—Oh yeah?
—Even as a child, Shizuku-chan was skilled at doing things like in movies, right?
—I suppose it’s because my parents showed me so many movies and musicals. Perhaps they intended
of becoming an actress?
Although she answered in a relaxed manner, by mentioning “was,” it seems she has no intentions. Perhaps she Do you still dream of becoming a storyteller?
—But with Shizuku-chan’s style, I think she could be a model or an actress.
—I appreciate your praise, but I’m not really interested.
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“That’s a shame. Isn’t it, Natsuru-san? Shizuku-chan could have made a name for herself in the entertainment i Do you think so?
—Well… I think I could do it.
It wasn’t that I agreed with Sakura-san; I thought the same thing. With her manipulative abilities.
And with her intelligence, it would be easy for her to excel. She seems capable of circumventing even traps set
ease.
I don’t know what Shizuku felt, but she looked at me.
—Ara, Senou-kun also supports me.
—It’s not that I support you, I just think you’d be a perfect fit.
—If you say so, should I try it?
Are you planning to blame me if you fail?
But if it’s Shizuku, she probably won’t fail. I feel like she could be anything, not just an actress. but also police officer, bureaucrat, politician. There is no other high school student like her.
Next to me, Shizuku leaned towards me as she drank a soda. Is she drunk? Although there’s no
alcohol.
—Can you bring that?
—Again? You’re going for more dried squid, Shizuku?
—Did they really sell it at the convenience store? The chocolate there.
—The square?
—No, the other one. Okay, I’ll take it myself.
From my side, he abruptly extended his hand and we bumped into each other. Never mind, but he’s heavy.
—Hey, Madam President, don’t lean on me.
-No problem.
—It’s not good.
I tried to force her away, but she stuck even tighter. Damn it. Even I’ll bow down.
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Sakura-san is looking at us.
—… I thought the same thing at the pool, aren’t Shizuku-chan and Natsuru-san close?
—That’s not how it works…
-Yeah.
Shizuku interrupts me. “Hey. What will you do if you’re misunderstood?” Sakura-san displays an interesting expression.
—Ah, I see.
—It seems so. It can’t be hidden.
Don’t hide it! I mean, it’s made up, right?
As expected, the atmosphere between Mikoto and Akane began to worsen. Mikoto, with a sharp look Despite not being drunk, Akane was withering like a cut flower.
—Just a moment, Madam President…
Mikoto intervened.
—Don’t say weird things. Were you that close to Natsuru?
Again with something different. You were the one who first mentioned something about how Shizuku and Natsu They were wearing.
Shizuku maintained a calm expression.
—Of course it’s fine. Didn’t Kondou-san know that too?
—Of course I know, but… I don’t approve, you know?
—It’s stranger to hide it.
—Even though you’ve been on dates with Natsuru…
-Hey? Did you, Shizuku-chan, go on dates with Natsuru-san?
Surprised, Sakura-san. Oh, right, I didn’t know that. I hurried and said:
—Look, that wasn’t a date…
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—That’s right. It was a date. We went to the aquarium and ate bento together.
That idiot Shizuku said it first. Hey, don’t interfere.
Sakura-san leaned forward.
—Eh, maybe it was handmade by Shizuku-chan? Shizuku’s a good cook, you know?
—It was handmade.
Almost as if it were obvious. Looking at her, Mikoto was surprised, and Akane looked like she was about to fain —President, even on that issue…!
—Didn’t you hear it from Senou-kun?
—Of course I wasn’t going to listen. This idiot would never reveal anything on his own.
I tried to refute the insult, but Mikoto wasn’t paying attention; she was just glaring at me.
—Hey, Shizuku-chan, how was your date? Did you have fun?
Sakura-san was so carefree… so pure.
—I had fun.
—How strange that Shizuku-chan is going on dates! Who invited whom?
-I.
“Kyaah,” Sakura-san exclaimed. I would have liked to exclaim “Kyaah” too.
-Chairwoman!
This isn’t me, it’s Mikoto. I couldn’t speak. Akane was about to faint. The only one who seems Being relaxed is Sakura-san!
—Calm down, Kondou-san.
—I’m calm!
—It doesn’t seem that way. Let me tell you about my date with Senou-kun.
—And how is that supposed to calm me down?
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—Kyaah, I want to hear!
Sakura-san can’t hear well anymore. She’ll surely fly away soon. She can’t seem to help asking.
—What did you do?
—A normal date.
—What is normal!?
—We ate in the park and walked together.
—Eh, Shizuku seems like a normal girl. I thought they were going to some kind of symposium or something. That’s definitely something Shizuku would do, but right now I don’t have the peace of mind to be Okay. I’m completely disoriented.
—Even I wouldn’t have a date like that.
—Hey, hey, so…
Sakura-san is looking at me with a mischievous expression. It can’t be…
—Did they kiss?
Shizuku answered bluntly.
-Yeah.
—Kyaah!
Sakura-san is fidgeting nervously. My heart is racing. What on earth is this girl saying?
—…Hey, Natsuru!
Mikoto’s anger is directed towards me.
—Is what you just said true?
—N-No, it’s a lie… I swear!
I manage to formulate a response.
—We didn’t… I mean, I fell asleep, so I’m not sure.
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—You fell asleep in my lap, didn’t you?
—So you were sleeping in her lap?
Once again, Mikoto flies into a rage. It’s not… true.
He seemed to interpret my silence as an affirmation. Somehow, his arm reached up to my neck.
—I should have suffocated you then!
—Stop, please!
Doesn’t she have any taboos about murder? After all, we’re childhood friends.
—Wait, Mikoto. Listen to what I have to say.
—Tell that to Enma14 in hell!
—Don’t kill me! Seriously, I have no idea if we kissed or not!
—Kondou-san, what you just said is true.
Unexpectedly, Shizuku acted as a lifeline. Her finger, which was about to reach my throat,
It stops suddenly.
—Is that so, really?
-Yes it is.
Shizuku responds casually. Sakura-san looks a little disappointed.
—…But even if they kissed…
—We’ve kissed before.
-Oh really?
—It was at the cultural festival the first time.
—Kyaahh!
—Natsuru!
First it was Sakura-san, then Mikoto. Me? I’m too busy moving my heart, which had… arrested.
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Mikoto opens and closes her mouth like a goldfish on the surface of the water, squeezing the words out of it. deeper into his throat.
—Is… Is what you just said true?
-Well…
—That’s true, you know?
Damn it, I wish I had the courage to admit I’m lying at this point. It’s no use.
I’m too cornered for the words to come out.
—Why did you… do something like kiss…?
—Didn’t you have any other option?
Ah, my voice came out.
“It wasn’t my decision! It could be considered a form of rape. It would be a winning case if I…” I denounce it!
—A kiss is just a kiss!
I can’t find an argument against this. I tried my best, but nothing came to mind.
Sakura-san was looking at me with interest. I’m sorry, it’s not that I betrayed you. It’s just that the president was
too insistent.
—Hey, Madam President!
I got closer to the root of all evil.
—What are you saying!?
-It isn’t true.
—It’s not about the truth…
—We kissed in the dressing room at the cultural festival, right?
Speak as if it’s perfectly natural. Why are you so calm? You should be more ashamed.
Is this girl a demon? Maybe she was sent from somewhere to drag me to hell, or an angel?
Fallen? There shouldn’t be anything good about becoming corrupt.
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—So you did do it!
While I was thinking about the devil, a commotion broke out.
—What’s going on with you guys, are you dating?
—We are giving each other a chance.
The student council president remained calm. It seems I was the only one who was excited.
-I see.
—Even if we win fighting here, a new Kämpfer will simply emerge and we will meet again in the Same situation. When we’re tired, this makes us more vulnerable.
-I understand…
—That’s why the moment is crucial. You need to attack immediately and win immediately.
Hmm, as expected from Shizuku. She’s thinking correctly. She has that ability to see beyond the surface. three-dimensional or something like that, which I don’t have. Although it’s also due to his calmness, his experien If it didn’t say this was a quote, I could respect it.
—What a nuisance.
—Can you understand the key situation here?
—It’s difficult for a sophomore in high school.
—I am also a junior in high school.
You are special.
—In order for us to win, it’s best to be cautious.
—We’re not dating…
—We’re not dating, are we?
Tears accompanied my words. I thought I was safe, but I was wrong.
—Because we’re going to start going out now.
—Kyaah!
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Sakura-san seemed so happy. Does it turn out she loves romance?
—Incredible. It’s the first time Natsuru-san has made Shizuku-chan say something like that.
I see. I’m not happy at all.
—Is it mutual love?
—No, it’s not like that…
—I wish you both the best.
In my heart, there’s only room for Sakura-san. And, in fact, there’s a sign that says “not available” stuck to it. But the student council president, a yakuza herself, just sat there, completely unconcerned. How brazen! Still, is A female high school student? She lives more modestly.
—Let’s go out together…!
It’s strange, but now she’s my only hope. Although the furious Mikoto is still better. My enemy
My enemy is my friend, right?
—When did you decide that!?
—For a long time.
I cannot distinguish between truth and lies in Shizuku’s words.
—If you’re talking about seniority, I’m the one who came first, we’re childhood friends!
—That doesn’t matter.
—That has to matter a little!
That’s the way, Mikoto! Don’t give up. Defeat Shizuku. I look really pathetic.
Mikoto keeps changing from red to blue, but the student council president shows no sign of change. of alteration. Is his face made of a titanium alloy?
—Kondou-san, it turns out you’re more innocent than you seem. You shouldn’t be so nervous.
—No-No, I’m not… not at all! As her childhood friend, I cannot tolerate Natsuru losing her ethics.
—So, if they not only kiss, but start dating, would that bother you more?
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—Even so, I wouldn’t like it! Natsuru shouldn’t even kiss!
This is really too much.
Shizuku also seemed to think something similar.
“A kiss would be nice. Senou-kun’s lips are surprisingly soft, didn’t you know?”
—No— There’s no way I could know something like that! Besides, doing it in secret isn’t right!
—So we do it in public?
Without further ado, Shizuku wrapped her hand around the back of my neck.
Hey?
Suddenly I was pulled in. I didn’t even have time to protest. And when I realized it, my lips were… sealed by Shizuku.
-Hmm!
That was all I could say. Shizuku’s lips held me completely immobilized, unable to even…
I can’t even move. Hey, you creepy president, stop it… wait, wait, wait, her tongue is going in!
—Mmm. Mmm!
Although I struggled, Shizuku had a firm grip on me, not letting go. My breath caught in my throat.
I heard Sakura-san’s voice.
—Shizuku-chan, how daring…!
—President, Natsuru! Let go!
Mikoto jumped on us and forcibly separated Shizuku and me. What a relief.
My childhood friend had narrowed eyes and a stern expression.
—President! Why in front of everyone…!?
“Perhaps you shouldn’t hide,” although Shizuku showed no change whatsoever. Despite my
shock, I couldn’t even speak.
—It’s not just about acting discreetly! What’s going on?!
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—It seems Kondou-san has a bad temper.
“Getting angry is normal! Not just me, even Akane-chan…”
Oh God, Akane was there! If dealing with Mikoto alone was already difficult, now in rabid dog mode it would be Control it. We’d all end up swimming in a sea of ■■blood.
However, Akane showed no reaction whatsoever. Her lack of response was obvious.
Mikoto frowned in puzzlement.
—Akane-chan? …Akane-chan!
Mikoto ran towards her in a panic.
It was natural that she didn’t respond; Akane had lost consciousness a long time ago.
I decided to lay Akane down on the bed in the room. There was no foam or signs of a head injury, so
who would surely wake up soon. If he died, not only would I be failing in my duty, but also I would feel guilty.
Meanwhile, Mikoto remained angry.
—Ugh, I saw something strange. I need to wash my eyes.
I’m very sorry, but it’s not my fault.
—Natsuru, you should control your temper.
—Why me? Tell that to the president.
—The president is not the type to listen to anyone.
I don’t think that’s the case, but he always acts only after he’s completely convinced.
What was that kiss just now? Even I feel like fainting.
—…Why is the president so calm?
Should I be nervous?
Shizuku replied. Too stubborn.
—Who kisses in public anyway?
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—It makes no difference to me.
—Put yourself in the place of the person who was forced to kiss you. Some even fainted.
—And wouldn’t you?
—No-… Don’t talk nonsense!
Mikoto’s water turns bright red and screams. I agree.
—But be careful. Senou-kun, he might stick his tongue in.
-Hey!?
—Hey, Madam President…! Aah.
Mikoto glared at me.
—Did you give a French kiss?!
Mikoto seemed about to unleash her fury, but fortunately she didn’t transform into Kämpfer. Although she did sp
quite a lot of saliva.
—Woah, what a mess! Always getting outdone. What’s going on? Where are the fireworks?
Mikoto glances at her watch. It’s too early. According to her, during the summer, they intentionally delay the
Fireworks so that only the guests staying overnight can fully enjoy them. Of course, the customers Common people worry about the last trains and things like that.
Trying to change the subject, I’ll go over what Mikoto said last.
—Hey, are you sure you’ve seen fireworks before?
—They don’t launch as many in the Middle East. It’s different if you go to the rich oil-producing countries in the G I was often out in the middle of the desert. I even had some shootouts and all that.
She continues to have exciting experiences as always.
—That’s why I want to see the Japanese fireworks properly.
—Hee.
I poured Mikoto a glass of barley tea from a bottle, as a small gesture of gratitude for the story. that I had just told.
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—Ah, it’s over.
It’s just finished. The disposable cup was only half full.
—I’m going to buy more.
Sakura-san stood up.
“I’ll go too,” I said, but she stopped me.
—Okay, please sit down. This time, the shopping is my responsibility.
That ability to say things like that so naturally is what’s so wonderful about Sakura-san. Bias? So what?
With that?
Sakura-san left the room with her purse in her hand. Suddenly, Mikoto said:
—Oh, did he take the keys?
—They’re there.
I pointed to the small table next to the bed.
—Is it okay if we stay here?
Then Akane began to moan: “Mmm”…
—Have you woken up?
—I’m going to wake her up.
As I approached, Shizuku stepped forward, holding a bottle of Pocari Sweat15.
—Are you awake, Mishima-san?
-Chairwoman…
Akane opened her eyes vaguely.
—Ugh…
—Can you get up? I think it would be good if you took this.
He showed her the plastic bottle. Akane nodded vaguely.
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—I’m going to drink it…
—Can you sit down?
This time, he shook his head.
-I see.
Shizuku opened the cap of the plastic bottle, took a sip directly, and was surprised. She was trying to get closer
her own lips to Akane’s!
—… Hyaaaaahhhh!
Akane jumped up. She was so fast she almost seemed to have a spring in her back.
—Wh-Wh-What do you think you’re doing, Madam President!?
Shizuku swallows Pocari Sweat.
—What do you mean, through the mouth, right?
—Please, don’t do anything weird…!
—But I didn’t do it, did I?
—You looked like you were about to do it…!
—If you’re so awake, then you’re already fine.
Shizuku returned here. Both Mikoto and I were surprised. Was that action intentional?
It definitely would have been through the mouth if Akane hadn’t woken up.
I tried to call her.
—Akane-chan, are you okay?
—I’m fine, but I feel like my life has been shortened…
Perhaps it was also shortened when others saw it.
It’s almost time for the fireworks. We have to go outside. They look like they can be seen from everywhere, but Even so, I want to find a place for us to sit.
We ordered quickly. We’ll take some sweets downstairs. We’ll eat them while we watch.
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Akane was looking around the room.
—…Where is Sakura-san?
“Out shopping,” Mikoto said.
—It would be better to meet downstairs.
Shizuku’s idea made sense.
—But how will we communicate?
—That girl had her mobile phone with her.
She probably knows my number. They’re best friends. Not knowing makes me feel empty.
Sakura-san wanted my number, including my email address. Maybe I should have given her my number. boy.
Akane and I went back to our rooms. It’s not winter, so I don’t need to bundle up too much, but I changed my socks. For some reason.
Akane was looking for something in her bag.
—What are you looking for?
—I’m looking for my digital camera. I brought it, but…
I heard it’s a pretty high-quality piece of equipment. It seems the father is a camera maniac and has… rented.
—I’m already leaving.
—I’m sorry… please come down.
I followed those words. It’s not important, but where are the visceral animal plushies? Perhaps they are Taking a bath again?
I went out into the hallway, but Shizuku and Mikoto still hadn’t come out. Men are definitely much faster. in getting ready.
I stood there aimlessly. Then, —Natsuru-san…
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Someone was calling me from across the hall. Oh, it’s Sakura-san. Have you finished your shopping yet? He was beckoning me. Yes, yes, I’ll be right there. However, it’s strange. He doesn’t usually call people over. room.
—Have you finished shopping?
I asked him.
For some reason, Sakura-san kept smiling without replying. It was as if that smile had stayed with her.
stuck to her face. Did she have this smile before?
She wasn’t carrying anything in her hands, hasn’t she bought anything? Or is it perhaps a sign that she wants to
supermarket with me?
—Natsuru-san…?
-Tell me.
—Would you like to come with me…?
—To the supermarket?
—No, it’s to see the fireworks…
Of course I’ll go. Since everyone else is planning to, even if I have to ignore Mikoto, Shizuku, and Akane.
I’m aiming to sit next to Sakura-san.
I turned around. The other girls haven’t arrived yet.
—Almost everyone arrives, so when…
—Ufufu, no, that’s not it.
Huh? Did I say something strange?
—Being alone with you, Natsuru-san…
—…Huh!?
Total surprise. I was alone with Sakura-san. And not with the female version of myself, but with the male one. What’s happening? It’s so unexpected I feel like I’m going to panic. I need to call Higashida and
have it capture this moment in a photo.
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She smiled slightly.
—It’s not a lie… Does it bother you?
—No, no, not at all. It doesn’t bother me. On the contrary, I’m delighted… But, is that alright with you, Sakura-sa Asking at this moment shows my lack of style with women, but Sakura-san showed no rejection.
—Sakura likes Natsuru-san…
Wow, what amazing words are those?
I agreed without a doubt. It’s as if Christmas and New Year’s came together. In fact, Obon* (A Japanese festival in which families honor their ancestors) is just around the corner.
—Let’s go, just the two of us…
—What do we do with them?
—Let’s leave them alone. We don’t want to be bothered…
Yes, that’s right. If a Shizuku like that were to interrupt this heavenly moment, I would regret it for the rest of my Sakura-san really thought of everything.
She extended her hand.
—Hold on to her and don’t let go, okay?
What a privilege to be able to do this!
Internally, I was excited, but I kept calm and took Sakura-san’s hand.
His hand was strangely cold.
(To be continued)
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It’s Tsukiji. I bring you the new volume of “Kämpfer”. The last one was a bit of a break, but this one Once the plot moved forward suddenly. Very suddenly.
Thanks to everyone, we were able to move forward smoothly with “Kämpfer,” accumulating volumes and edition The story is also reaching a crucial point, I ask you to join us a little longer.
Now, I may have mentioned this before, but we have a cat at home. It’s a lovely creature.
American Shorthair. And this guy loves paper.
Once a novel is written, it’s not the end, as it goes through the hands of the editor and returns to the author. Her Unfavorable expressions are corrected and noted errors are rectified. This is called “Galera,” where…
Print the same design as the book on paper. Our cat loves this “Gallery”.
When the “Gallery” arrives, the cat checks it first. He’s the most important one in the house, so it doesn’t matter A messenger or a mail carrier, he intercepts it. First he smells it, judges if it’s good or bad. If the cat gets tired of Wait, no problem, but since he loves the “Galera”, bite the edges and try sucking them.
The cat is always trying to climb onto this “roof.” Literally, on top of it. If you spread it out on the desk, he’ll alwa
It sits down suddenly. If you try to move it, it threatens you. If you force it, it bites. It meows. It scratches. And th
He climbs up and does whatever he wants. It’s like an act of terrorism. But if you let him, he falls asleep, and tha Okay. In short, there are only hard methods when it comes to terrorism, which is why I’m always covered in scra
because I just want to work in peace.
This cat will try to sit in front of the monitor and even on top of the keyboard. It can only be left alone and…
Start other tasks if you like the “Gallery,” but then you leave bite and lick marks, which is
A huge problem! It’s become a mere toy. I truly admire the freedom of animals that
They don’t consider our well-being at all. I can’t help but think that animals who only understand
Human language is sometimes better. But anyway, I’m going to say that cats are adorable without hesitation.
a lot.
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Changing the subject, as you can see, this time it’s about the swimming pool. In fact, it’s summer. Do you remem In the fifth volume, Higashida asked Natsuru about his summer plans? This wasn’t made up.
Not hastily, but something planned beforehand. Really!
The reason is that the next volume will be released in the summer, so this is a clever way to coordinate. with the season. Ahem… sorry, I got carried away. It’s more a product of chance.
Since it’s summer, it’s natural that there will be swimsuits, and of course, Senmu-san’s drawings will be too.
Swimsuits. Natsuru too, of course, in a swimsuit. They’re quite cute, but come on, calm down.
This is a boy. Even though he has a large bust, he’s still a boy. As I write this, I hope the
The protagonist’s popularity will increase even more with his swimsuit on this occasion.
However, we haven’t yet decided on the style or measurements for the girls. Generally, it’s obvious that Natsuru She has the best style of all the girls. After her it could be Sakura-san or Natsuru, but I’m considering…
I seriously think Mikoto could be a surprise (not decided yet). Natsuru would probably come next.
Sakura-san followed closely behind. Slightly behind is Akane. However, if she transforms, she’ll undoubtedly
will level up.
Speaking of content, once the pool theme is used, it will be difficult to reuse it, so I have
The intention is to complete it here. Perhaps I should consider some unexpected revelations. Simply
Revealing secrets isn’t fun, so something more interesting would be better. Imagine if an earthquake happens a The swimsuits shift, or a fire burns the swimsuits. Both situations are unlikely.
realistic, but given that “Kämpfer” itself is a non-realistic story, it’s possible that lies like that could also be true.
They’ll work. Even if there’s a localized fire, everything will be fine if they jump in the pool!
Well, more or less like that. The next volume is scheduled for release in July. The content is a
This time, Sakura-san’s outstretched arm pierces Natsuru’s heart (lie).
Look forward to it!
February 2008
Toshihiko Tsukiji
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