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Vol. 2 Ch. 2

Chapter 2

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Chapter 2

Apparently, crowing at the top of one’s lungs from morning till night isn’t a privilege exclusive to roosters. PersoI think even one rooster is too many, but it seems that the girls, even high school students, They do the same thing.

—Natsuru, get up!

—Ah!

Instead of the defunct alarm clock, a live voice blared loudly near my ear. It wasn’t a Not a gentle whisper at all. It was more like a firecracker during the Spring Festival in China or Tet. in Vietnam.

—Hey, you’re going to be late. Wake up!

Kondou, standing beside the bed with an expression of disbelief on his face, was present. If you don’t hurry, you won’t even have time to eat. If you don’t have a good breakfast, you’ll be dazed. all day.

-I will do that.

I said, rubbing my eyes. Although it might not seem like it, despite my poor diet, I do eat breakfast. I don’t wantI’m glad to be mistaken for one of those young people affected by lifestyle-related illnesses. Thanks to My parents, who insist on seating me at the table only in the morning, thanks to that habit. Getting out of bed, while thinking that there was still bread left for breakfast, I suddenly realized. —Hey, Kondou!

-What’s happening?

—Don’t tell me that! Why are you in my house?

It was so natural that at first I wasn’t worried, but I live alone. Whether it’s Kondou or whoever, his presence hestrange.

—I came to wake you up.

—No, how did you get in?

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—I opened the door with the key.

Kondou said matter-of-factly. I don’t remember giving him the key, so he probably opened it without Excuse me. It turns out his lock-picking skills are amazing; he could even open a large safe. Effortlessly usable for commercial use. It says it’s an essential skill in fieldwork. Archaeology, but did Indiana Jones have something like that too?

—Since you broke our promise to leave together, I came this morning.

-I’m sorry.

—Remember when we were kids, I used to wake you up every morning, right? —Now I’m used to waking up on my own.

—You don’t have to feel ashamed. From now on, I’ll wake you up.

—Don’t get involved in unnecessary things.

I don’t know how serious you are. It’s true that you used to wake me up earlier, almost every day when We were in elementary school. When I think about it, more than looking after me, I think you were coming for tMother was preparing, but facts are facts.

—There’s food downstairs.

—Hey, did you even prepare that?

—Yes. Eat.

Kondou went downstairs saying he would go down first.

After confirming it, I caught Harakiritora who was on my desk.

—When did that girl arrive?

The one-eyed tiger that had been pretending to be a stuffed animal began to move nervously. —It was about an hour before I woke Natsuru-san up. I heard the sound of the key turning in the lock. —He hasn’t become a thief, has he?

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Even if I were robbed, there are only a few hundred yen in the account.

I changed my clothes and went down to the kitchen. On the table, breakfast was perfectly laid out. Rice with Miso. Dried mackerel. Tsukemono (Japanese pickles).

—…And the bread with jam I bought a few days ago?

—That won’t give you enough nutrients, you know?

Kondou replied casually. There shouldn’t be any ingredients for that. In the fridge, there are only bottles of juice.

Reflecting deeply, I observed the eyes of the jack mackerel.

—It’s leftovers from yesterday, but it holds up.

In other words, did he bring someone with him from his own home?

For now I sat down in the chair and started eating, saying “Itadakimasu”.

—… Hmm.

Kondou was sitting in front of me, smiling maliciously.

—So? It’s good, right?

The flavor isn’t bad. In fact, it’s good. The salt level is especially just right. It’s not too spicy or It’s tough. But I can’t give up that easily. For now, I’ve created a space in my mind to excuse myself. saying “I didn’t ask you to make breakfast.”

—… Hmph.

-That’s all?

—…

—Hoo, it seems you liked it.

Yum yum yum yum. I’ve been caught. I decided to eat as fast as I could so this humiliation would end. as soon as possible.

—By the way, Natsuru, I heard something yesterday…

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I tried to say “What?”, but because of the jack mackerel’s bones, the words wouldn’t come out. —It seems there will be a new student in the female section.

—… It’s you, isn’t it?

—It’s not me… Oh, wait, it’s not a new student. Something like someone who’s been sick and has He’s been absent for a long time, but he’s going back to school. He’s a sophomore. —Cough, cough!

I choked on the mackerel.

—Ugh, how disgusting.

—W-Where did you hear that?

—From Masumi. Everyone already knows that.

Everyone knows? How wonderful. Bring the gossip here. I’m thinking of turning him into charcoal with a spell.

—Do you know what that girl is like?

-I have no idea.

—That’s interesting.

Kondou suddenly brought his face closer. It’s been like this since we were little. I should do something about it. that custom.

“I don’t know his full name, but his last name is the same as yours, you know? I overheard him in the library.” the person Masumi was looking for.

-… I see.

That was all the reaction I could muster. I suppose you can understand the reason without me explaining it. —He has the same name as you.

—The world is vast. There must be about a million people with the same name as me, right? —What are you saying while you’re spitting out fish bones? At least you save yourself the trouble of looking for—How lucky. I’m sure this Natsuru woman is happy too.

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I was just saying random things. Why should I be happy? This conversation is pointless and I I’m not happy about it myself.

Kondou didn’t seem to care at all,

—We’re happy. Now that she’s been found. Masumi is sure to be excited to meet her. —That would be a problem.

“Why does it bother you? I also want to see the face of the female version of Natsuru.” I’ve already muttered those words several times, I don’t know how many more times. That person is right in front of you.

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That’s how I ended up going to school. Of course, to the boys’ section.

They say the girl everyone’s been rumored to be showing up today, but I have no intention of giving her the tim

Please. Even though I have a school record and an access pass, I only have one body. Today is the day of the Men. That’s what I’ve decided.

Kondou happily headed towards the women’s section. She seems excited about the women’s version. Natsuru’s. But she doesn’t appear. What a shame.

For now, when I get to class, I’ll try to annoy even that idiot Higashida. Relaxing, I walk past the door to the men’s section. Then, someone stopped me.

-Sorry.

They grabbed both sides of my arms. Along with the emblem indicating rank and class, they wear an emblem With crossed swords. They are student council members.

—Hey, what are you doing?

—Come with us.

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They’re huge, like they’re playing rugby. They dragged me around like I was an alien being arrested by the FBIIf this continues, it could end in an autopsy room.

I was taken to a place that, unfortunately, wasn’t Area 5, but the backyard. And there was Shizuku. expecting.

After they released me, the student council henchmen, as if they were from MIB, bowed down and… They left. Shizuku didn’t say a single word of encouragement to me.

Of course, I was his target. As usual, he looked at me coldly.

—Senou-kun, aren’t you going to the girls’ section?

—I’m a boy, so no.

I decided to try and show off a little.

—I’m sure I made a student ID for you, right?

“It’s no use if I’m not a girl. Besides, I can’t transform myself at will. Going as I am…” They’ll catch me right away, and I’ll end up in the electric chair.

—Ara ara. It’s annoying not being able to transform yourself, isn’t it?

—I don’t mind if it’s annoying.

—If it’s annoying, I’ll help you transform anyway.

The corner of the president’s lips twitched slightly. The bracelet on my right arm gleamed. quickly.

Without time to groan, in an instant I transformed into a female figure.

Shizuku’s hair glowed from within. She had long since become Kämpfer and my body He simply continued.

—That’s fine. Go to the women’s section.

“This isn’t right! My transformation is random, and I don’t know how to go back. What do I do if I turn back into middle of the class?

—You should solve that with your own creative ideas.

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Shizuku remained cold.

—You’re a Kämpfer, aren’t you?

It’s not that I wanted to be.

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Well, to the women’s section.

This is the second time I’ve entered in female form. Or was it the third? Anyway, the difference this time is that I entered legally.

The pass Shizuku gave me worked, and I easily passed through the door. Once inside, this was the garden of women.

Unlike the boys’ section, the girls’ section has several separate buildings for each school year: First, second, and third year, all separate. It was like an extreme extravagance or a waste of resources. in construction. My destination was the second year, fourth group, the same class as when I was a man. Wait, second-year group 4?

I have a bad feeling. I feel like I knew someone from group 4. I’m starting to sweat. With heavy steps, I headed towards the second-year building. There I met the teacher in charge. The woman, who appeared to have been a university student until recently, glanced at me and simply said “This way.” Although it was obviously suspicious, there was no way to question it. Was Shizuku behind it? What about this? The most worrying thing is the extent of the student council president’s power, which even It even extends to teachers.

The classroom for group 4 was noisy. The noise echoed even in the hallways. It’s completely different. to the boys’ classrooms. It looks as if small animals are playing.

Feeling a little tense, I followed the teacher through the classroom door. The voices stopped abruptly.

All eyes turned to me. In the middle of them was a girl with a surprised expression.

extreme, with the mouth forming an “O”.

I was also about to make the same facial expression, but thanks to mobilizing all my mental strength, I managed to make my cheek only twitch slightly. The surprised girl’s name is Kondou. This is the room where Kondou is.

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A hurricane called shock swept through, uprooting all the trees in my mind. Once everything became a In the wasteland, anger began to rise intensely. That Shizuku woman knew what she was doing by putting me iIt was probably for reasons like “because it’s funny to see your surprised face.”

Thinking about it calmly, it was inconceivable that a comedian would concoct jokes like this. But in that At that moment, I couldn’t think of anything else.

The teacher tapped the blackboard with her fingers.

—Then, class begins. Uh, today we are joined by Natsuru Senou for her return to school.

I bowed my head, at least for now.

—Please don’t bother Senou, like poking her with the end of the umbrella, treating her like a freak To examine it with a magnifying glass, or by shaking the desk and yelling “an earthquake!” Avoid that. Also, SeHe has delicate health and may be absent frequently; it could even be suspended again. Uh, Regarding the seats…

The teacher yawned discreetly as she scanned the classroom.

—Well, take a seat however you like.

She’s a terribly irresponsible woman. Is she really a teacher? I thought she’d be more of the type. player. It’s not that I think everyone who plays is irresponsible, but…

The girls remain silent. Their gazes are piercing and painful.

—… Delighted to meet you.

That’s the first thing I say.

They remain silent. Then, from the back of the classroom…

—… How lovely!

After a brief moment…

—Kyaahh!

The girls came running towards me with an energy that seemed to come from rioters in South Africa or some Argentinian hooligans.

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—How beautiful, how beautiful!

—She’s super pretty! How tall are you? And what’s your bust size?

—Do you have a boyfriend? If you don’t, do you have a girlfriend?

I found myself caught in a whirlwind of girls, on the verge of suffocation. The teacher muttered, “I’ll buy a game”PlayStation” and left. Huh? Is this how class time is supposed to be?

The girls kept arriving en masse. Wow, the crowd was impressive!

—It’s-… Wait a minute!

Somehow I managed to get by.

—I… no, I’m just a student. Even if you ask me those kinds of things…

Actually, I have the background of being a Seitetsu student from the beginning and I’m in a scenario of Reinstatement, but I can’t answer that question. The truth is, I haven’t really thought of any excuse. Also, why is my head so calm? Ah, maybe it’s because of the Kämpfer.

—Woah! Your voice is raspy!

—She’s like a boy! Super pretty!

The girls were still crowding around me. They were like hamsters swarming over food. If I kept going Thus, he would end up buried and the day would pass without further incident.

I desperately tried to escape, but I tripped and almost fell. None of the girls seemed willing to I’m not going to give up. I’m sure I’ll be able to buy nice things on sale in the future. Or maybe I’ll even try sumofemale.

Akane is also trying to reach me, but she’s stuck in a human tide. It must be difficult for her. She’s so shy. Even I feel like I’m drowning.

Within the second year, group four of the female section, there were three girls who stood out especially. —Where do you live, Senou-san? Perhaps near my house?

The girl who had been persistently intruding on people’s privacy for some time was the More energetic. She seems serious at first glance, so I’ll call her “president.”

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—How lovely, how lovely, I’m melting! Can I smell it?

This girl is behaving strangely and clinging to my skirt, refusing to let go. Because of her resemblance to… “President” in some way, I’ll call her “vice president”.

—Senou-san, do you believe in God? It doesn’t matter if you don’t, but please join us. Or you can buy a Vase on installments. You can also change your name.

There are also girls who don’t miss the opportunity to proselytize for a new religion in the middle

of the commotion. It seems she hasn’t lost sight of who she is, even when confronted by a female student (it’s I mean, I’ve returned to classes, but I’m the most peculiar student in this class. Since I always talk about moneI will call her “treasurer”.

The other students are pretty, but they lack personality. In fact, they all came at once and I can’t… I can distinguish their faces. Will the day ever come when I can tell them apart?

The door burst open.

—Okay! Everyone, stop right there.

There was a sound of applause. Whether it was because of the good moment or not, everything calmed down iSakura-san arrived.

—Natsuru-san has just returned from a suspension. Please don’t cause her too much trouble. —U-… Uhm… Sakura-san…

Akane said it fearfully.

—Senou-san is in our class… Everyone just wants to be friends… Saying that about the people in the second g

It’s an aggressive statement to someone in passive mode. Other girls were also saying things like, “Exactly, “Exactly,” “Akane, you said something good,” “You could sell amulets at low prices.” The last sentence is from treasurer.

Sakura-san interrupted her abruptly.

—I cannot ignore Natsuru-san’s difficult situation.

—It’s not a difficult situation… It’s not like I’m the disciplinary committee…

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—I’ve been asked to take care of Natsuru-san, on behalf of Shizuku-chan.

—Huh…? Why is the student council president…?

—He asked me to.

Sakura-san forcibly pulled me out of the sea of ■■girls I was submerged in.

—Come on, Natsuru-san. I’ll show you the women’s section. Follow me.

I was dragged out of the classroom as if I were being thrown. The girls in group four were still complaining. But the door closed and left us outside.

Sakura-san kept pulling me along while her back was turned. The reason I simply followed her The movement was because I couldn’t keep up with the sudden change in the situation. Although I clearly hearThe conversation between Akane and Sakura-san, that was all. It’s a good example of being calm alone in the Heads don’t do much good. They took me to the end of the corridor.

—It’s a good place, isn’t it?

—This place is the hallway… Taking care of me would be… complicated.

—That was a lie.

Sakura-san’s words were firm.

—…Natsuru-san.

-Yeah.

I answered awkwardly.

—We finally met, didn’t we?

I turned around quickly. Her eyes were wet. Sakura-san’s eyes looked like those of a child who had used too many eye drops.

—I’ve been looking for you all this time… I’ve searched and searched, but I couldn’t find you… I’d never had I have felt as much loneliness as I do now.

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—However, when I heard that Natsuru-san would be returning to school from Shizuku-chan, I was happy A lot. It’s because I’ll be able to see Natsuru-san again… ah, I’m so sorry. That’s rather cheeky of me. Right? We barely know each other and I’m already acting like this.

Sakura-san leaned down slightly. “No, it’s not at all cheeky. In fact, I think it’s…”

Pretty nice. The real problem is the student council president who’s going around telling everyone things.

there.

—S-So, uhm…

She was nervous and agitated. Her behavior was becoming suspicious.

—In the previous appointment… uhm… do you remember what I said?

Ding. In my head, a warning alert goes off. This isn’t right; it’s a continuation of what happened before. On that occasion, everything was left up in the air because of Shizuku, but we haven’t reached a solution. It’s Because I haven’t responded. However, I can’t escape from here.

Should I refuse here too? Last time, it wasn’t that I didn’t have the feeling I wanted to say “no,” but Now that I have Sakura-san in front of me, I don’t know what to do. If the “reject → hurt” combination is activatthen I really wouldn’t know what to do.

More than anything, it’s not that I want Sakura-san to hate me. As a man, I want to be liked. In fact, I want that he likes. Supply and demand are aligned, but there is a discrepancy only regarding gender. Sakura-san is about to continue speaking. This is bad; all that’s left here is to postpone the art of postponemen

—It’s… We’re in class right now.

—The first hour today is tutoring. My class is over. I’m fine.

What are you saying? What is the school thinking? They should make students study until die.

Sakura-san smiles slightly.

—Natsuru-san and I are alone.

She’s way too aggressive. I’ve known her since high school, but I never thought she’d be this aggressive. Love. In fact, they used to say that Kaede Sakura was inexperienced in love.

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Ah, I see. Maybe I’m inexperienced with boys, but it seems to be different with girls. Although that I also find it a bit strange.

—That… about the answer last time…

Ugh! My heart definitely jumped out of my chest. This is bad. There’s no way out. Oh, gods, please. In this For now, I wouldn’t mind joining a new religion if it meant receiving some help.

My wish came true.

Suddenly, the bracelet began to glow brightly.

—…Ah!

Sakura-san also showed an expression of surprise.

—Ara… Natsuru-san, something is shining…

I thought it was divine intervention, but it’s not. Is this the sign to become a man again? I glanced around quickly. Aside from Sakura-san, there was no one else. The light began to flicker more. Quickly. There’s no time to hesitate.

I started running.

—Natsuru-san…!

Sakura-san is surprised. Uaahh, will I have any chance to apologize?

I run down the stairs to the first floor. I go outside, run across the lawn, and head towards the Library. I need to get to the men’s section somehow. If I go back to being a man here, the guards will… They will catch you.

The light from the bracelet is covering my whole body. Ah! I’m still in the women’s section. But the next instant, the light disappears. At the same time, I hear a gunshot.

-That-…?

A hole opened up beneath my feet. I staggered and rolled forward as if I were doing somersaults. Akane? No, that gunshot isn’t from the ferocious woman. It’s the first time I’ve heard it. It’s an enemy. an enemy Kämpfer.

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The shooting continues, with two or three impacts on the ground.

I lay face up. There’s someone in the tree. I can barely make out the sailor’s uniform because of the Backlit, but his face is hidden. He’s pointing a gun at me.

A flash of gunfire spreads. I quickly pointed my finger at the enemy.

Just when I wondered if that would be enough, a fireball appeared. My weapon, magic activation. Fly. towards the enemy Kämpfer.

Just before impact, the enemy jumped. The fireball shattered the branches. I got up and backed away from hiplace.

I jumped into the nearby undergrowth. I quickly glanced around to confirm. Where the hell did that woman go? There are no attacks. But I can’t let my guard down. It must be somewhere around here. He’s probably responsible for the presence I felt the other day. On that occasion, I was alone. He’s been watching, but this time he seems to be looking for a fight.

I’m waiting to see what the other side does. The tension is sending shivers down my spine. But beyond that, nothing else happened.

The attacks had really stopped. Wow, is it all over? I look like a fool playing at…

hiding place.

Muttering under my breath, I emerged from the undergrowth.

—Uhm…

Whoa! An enemy!?

I turned around and there was Akane.

—Natsuru-san?

—Ah… you surprised me. What’s wrong, Akane-chan?

—Has something happened?

She seems intrigued. I briefly explain what happened.

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When I mention Sakura-san, Akane’s expression visibly turns annoyed. Even so, she seems Surprised by the situation with the enemy, she looks around nervously. —Where, where is the enemy?

—He’s already gone.

—She left… Did she disappear?

—Yes. Probably because she saw Akane-chan.

There was no trace of her anymore. It was clear that she had vanished completely. -… What do you mean?

“Perhaps he was just testing the waters. Last time they were just assessing the situation, so this time…” He put up a bit of a fight. I guess that’s why he gave up so easily.

—So, next time…?

It goes without saying. That’ll probably be the real battle this time. Will they take me more lightly? My head is starting to hurt. I already have enough to worry about without dealing with new ones. enemies.

Akane murmurs softly.

—But if they’re enemies… then they’re allies of the president, right?

-… That’s how it is.

The enemy’s armband is probably red. Otherwise, they wouldn’t have attacked me. He must have received Shizuku’s orders.

I shudder. Now I understand why he accepted me into the women’s section. He must want to work this out insifrom school. He wants to secretly defeat me. Even though Akane and I did everything we could against him opponent, is another person joining now?

Of course, this is just my guess. With that president, it wouldn’t be surprising if there were other reasons. My headache is getting worse. I wish I had some medicine. Wasn’t that for stomach aches? —Akane-chan, why-…?

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—… I came chasing Natsuru-san.

Ah, I see. Because Sakura-san took me.

The bell rings. Is it break time? Should I go somewhere, like the bathroom?

—Natsuru-san, are you going back to the boys’ section?

-Hmm…

That’s the problem. My transformation ability is random. I don’t know when I’ll turn into a woman, nor… When will I be a man again? Whether in the men’s or women’s section, the level of danger is… Same. Wherever I am, my life is a tightrope walk.

—It would be better if he were in the men’s section…

—Do you really think so?

-Yeah…

—But right now, I’m a woman. I don’t know how much longer I’ll have to be dressed like this. Akane approaches slowly.

—Then… I’ll be with you. I know more about the situation than Sakura-san… so you’ll be fine. I don’t know what’s right, but it’s better than being with a complete stranger. Even though it might not seem likeHe’s shy around people. He’d hesitate to even talk to a stray cat.

—When you’re a man again, you could go to the library. It’s shared between the men’s section, and I don’t think Sakura-san… will go there…

His face is red. Probably because he’s been working so hard for me.

I’m touched. She’s worried about me. After transforming, Akane can become aggressive. like a rabid dog, but usually he’s so kind.

However, the problem is that he doesn’t like Sakura-san. It’s true that he has a peculiar interest in me as She’s a woman, but it’s undeniable that she’s Seitetsu’s idol. This is something I need to sort out. —I understand. Should we be together?

Akane’s face is glowing.

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—Since it’s break time, let’s talk. I’m going to tell you about Sakura-san’s wonderful qualities. —Even though Sakura-san might not like Akane-chan, she’s a wonderful person. Since first year

Since high school, we’ve talked about everything.

I’ve known Sakura-san since middle school. I have so many anecdotes I could fill Wikipedia. What is the Love between people of the same sex? I have enough to make even me, being a man, reach to like her. What is love between people of the same sex? If I can’t even make her like me, being Man, I managed to get her to like me. Even in this short break, let’s try to explain it as best we can, shall we? Do you think so?

However, Akane turned away in disappointment and walked back towards the school building. —…Huh? Akane-chan?

She didn’t turn around. Had she suddenly gone deaf?

—I’m going home…

—Ah, regarding being together… what do you think?

She didn’t listen to me. She went home alone.

—Akane-chan…?

—…

—Hey…

—…

Although she’s a second-year high school student, she might have severe amnesia. She seems to hate SakurIt could be an illness he is experiencing.

Even though I was left alone, I couldn’t help but worry about his health.

After that, I went back to second year, class 4. Akane had left earlier, but she didn’t respond to my attempts to with her. It seems her illness is quite serious.

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I’m still in female form, so I have no choice but to study in the women’s section. Always. There is a risk of suddenly reverting to being a man, but in that case, all I can do is pray. In fact, I will begin to pray now. Please, let the oath bracelet not glow during class as it did before. I don’t want another situation like the one that happened a little while ago.

Well, it seems that God, or whatever, has been listening to my wishes, and the classes ended without incident. which has happened several times.

From the hallway door, a shadow stares intently towards the classroom.

It wasn’t just one or two people, but ten, or maybe twenty? Every time there was a break, their number kept risiincreasing.

Furthermore, all those eyes seemed to be directed towards me.

—Hey, what’s going on there?

Thinking about what the reason could be, I consulted Akane. By the way, my seat is right next to Akane’s. The professor said something like “do whatever you want,” but was this also Shizuku’s suggestion? —The girls are looking at me…

—…

It seems Akane didn’t hear. It must be a serious illness.

—Senou-san, they’re watching you.

—Woah!

I was startled by a sudden whisper right behind me.

The one who was smiling slightly was the class president.

—Ara, as I thought, you have a husky voice like a boy’s.

—W-What…?

—I warned you. They’ve got their eye on you.

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In the crosshairs? Like Kämpfer, I’m certainly constantly exposed to danger. I could even write it down. in katakana as “I so often feel like I’m on the battlefield.” However, the president’s words They don’t seem to be about that at all.

(“I so often feel on the battlefield” is a quote from the Japanese novel “The Book of Five Rings”) —The women’s section has few fun things.

Suddenly, I heard a voice from my feet. When I looked, I saw the vice president lying on her back. She seemea cat, rubbing its cheeks against my socks.

—That’s why it’s a problem when new people arrive. Everyone will be talking about that person for a while. AndAnd she’s pretty too, right?

—That’s nonsense…

—No, this is how it is here.

—So, Senou-san, you’re a popular figure right now.

It was the accountant who said it directly. She always seems to have the face of a currency dealer, no matter How many times did I look at her? She’s like an adult, but with no sense of reality.

—Right now, not just second-year students, but all grades need to know this. It’s natural to want to see the object of beauty rumor at least once.

I looked back at the door. The number of people had increased again.

—Is that… me… the target?

-Yeah.

The three of them spoke in unison.

I understand there are few entertainment options. It’s not that there’s a lack of ways to play, but rather that peoExcitement. In adolescence, there’s never enough fun. Otherwise, both boys and girls won’t… They would risk crossing dangerous boundaries. This is also why Higashida is so obsessed. by taking photos.

But what does it mean for me to be the company for entertainment?

—At this time, the rumors are also reaching the men’s section.

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—Yes, yes. Unauthorized photos might be circulating.

—Ufufufufu.

These three really seem to be having fun. Even though I’m not a comedian, maybe I have some talent. I’m funny if I can make them laugh.

But I have no intention of joining Yoshimoto or Matsudaira Entertainment. Being a Kämpfer is enough. I don’t need any other distinguishing features.

—Even if you say so, you can’t leave here, you know?

—It’s like throwing raw meat to a shark.

—Ufufufu.

Why are these girls so happy?

It seems they’re anticipating what’s to come. What Machiavellian female students. What are they Thinking? Although it seems they’re not thinking about anything, for me, without a doubt, this is a disaster. The bell rings, signaling the end of recess. At the same time, the girls who were pressed against the door… They disappeared like the tide.

I breathe a sigh of relief for now.

“There’s no point in staying calm. Everyone’s interested in Senou-san, you know.” —Not just the girls.

—Ufufufufu.

I don’t hear, I don’t hear. Although I actually hear everything, but I don’t hear.

My heart darkened. Thinking about it, I’d never received so much attention from girls before in my life. So I should be happy. But this kind of attention isn’t welcome, so overall, it’s negative. So my precious rest time was stolen. Give it back to me.

Next comes Japanese class. It’s the class with the teacher who disappeared saying, “I’m going to buy a…” “game.” I don’t know when he got back, but did he buy it?

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—So, how does a husband feel when he sees his wife leave? I want someone to answer me. The girls in the class simultaneously lowered their heads at the teacher’s words. I was the only one. staring at the board like an idiot.

The teacher smiled maliciously.

—Hee, you’re so slow to react. So, Natsuru-chan, answer me!

Oh, he calls me “chan”! Is this attitude appropriate for someone in a teaching position? The teacher crossed her arms in a truly insolent manner. What could this woman be thinking? —If you don’t answer, the next exam will automatically be a fail! No exceptions!

-Hey?

—Well, I can drop that! But to do that, I need something first. Specifically, a bribe. —W-How awful…!

Is this a teacher? In what world does a tutor ask a student for money?

—I have no money. I bought games and alcohol, and my wallet is empty. Don’t you think the alcohol taxes… Are they excessively high?

I’ve never drunk alcohol, so I don’t know.

From nearby desks, murmurs could be heard such as “She’s so slow in her movements” and “She’s a

“Novice.” Okay, I’m a novice. I don’t have the money to pay anyway.

—Sensei…

—So you’ve resigned yourself to it.

—No, I just want to answer the question.

—If you make a mistake, there will be a fine.

What’s going on here?

—If you don’t want to pay, tell me a secret.

-Hey…?

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—Something like being dumped by a guy, or being abandoned by a guy, or being cheated on For a guy, that kind of thing. I want something to go with the liquor for a week.

It’s not something I want to say, but there’s something there. It’s not about being dumped by a guy, but about To be a Kämpfer. There don’t seem to be any other hidden secrets, but this is the worst part.

—What’s wrong? If you don’t speak up soon, you’ll get a low grade.

The teacher is sure of her victory. Damn.

—… Guuh.

If I speak out here, it’ll all be over. I’ll be branded the ultimate pervert. And why do I have to go through all this? This? What was that idiot Shizuku trying to do by assigning me to group four?

—If you don’t want to talk, that’s fine.

—…?

—Sit down.

Oh, as expected from a teacher. She’s not trying to corner the students. I thought she was a A good-for-nothing who liked games and alcohol, but he was wrong. Surely even the A low rating is a lie.

—I already asked another girl about Natsuru-chan’s secret.

The Japanese teacher opened the classroom door wide.

—Hi, I’m from the journalism club!

Masumi was beaming with a radiant smile.

This class is still a nightmare.

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I was taken to the journalism club. I thought it was just Masumi talking, but it seems it really is club member

—…Why the journalism club?

—I’m in several clubs, about twenty.

She must be a grade maniac.

They made me sit in a chair. They had previously used the room of the old men’s film club. That The room was very poor, but the girls’ journalism club is beautiful. Also, it seems to be expensive, with Expensive equipment. I saw a Nikon F camera lying in a corner. Very expensive. Masumi looked at me with an excited expression.

—Then, let’s begin the interview!

Wasn’t it a kidnapping, but an interview? That was the first I heard of it.

—This article is about tracking major student comebacks, revealing private lives Enveloped in a mysterious veil. It will be published in the next issue. I hope you enjoy it! Should I be excited about this? What are they about to reveal about me? Besides violating my Privacy—the title sounds like a fabrication. And besides, it seems Masumi has absolutely no doubts. about what she’s doing. Is she some kind of demon?

—I’ll get straight to the point, Natsuru-san. What’s the secret you can’t tell other people? I can say it, but if I do, it won’t be a secret anymore, right?

—Perhaps you think it wouldn’t become a secret if you said so?

Are you a psychic?

Masumi was smiling. It might have seemed like an innocent smile, but as an interviewer, Masumi was smiling. IIt wasn’t an innocent smile, but rather an expression that didn’t inspire confidence. Somehow, you could see it. It was clear that Masumi carried something dark deep in her heart.

—… It’s nothing in particular…

To begin, let’s start with denial. With these types of people, once you accept them, there’s nothing left to do. backtracking.

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—When did you go back to school?

-Today.

—Huh? We’ve met before, right? You were already in school then, so why are they saying this now? Did you go back to school today?

—…

This woman’s mind works strangely at unexpected times.

What Masumi is saying is true. At that time, she certainly wasn’t enrolled in the women’s section. After all, she thought he was a boy. Well, she hasn’t forgotten a boy’s heart yet, though. now too.

—Then why was Natsuru-san on school break?

-… Disease.

—What kind of disease is it?

-Several.

I can’t say more than that. I hadn’t thought about the name of the illness at all. Neither had Shizuku. I had prepared myself for that.

—Please, at least tell me the name of the disease. Otherwise, I’ll write all sorts of things, you know? A strange sweat started to appear. It’s probably nothing important. Masumi has the same smell as…

Higashida. It would be annoying if he became an enemy, but it’s not safe if he becomes an ally either. —It’s not cancer…

Since there’s no other option, I’ll say something at random.

—It’s not hepatitis… nor dysentery… nor cholera… nor diabetes… nor pneumonia… nor a cold. So I asked myself what the hell it was. I simply dismissed a series of names of Diseases came to mind, which made absolutely no sense. By the way, it’s true that I don’t have I have a cold. In recent years, I’ve been uselessly healthy.

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Apparently, he has no concept of respecting people’s privacy.

—What are Natsuru-san’s hobbies?

Not much, really. If I had to say something, I only watch comedy shows, but basically, it’s watching

television.

—Don’t you have any stuffed animals or anything?

—I have them…

One who speaks.

—Ah, they’re certainly not those visceral animals, are they? Those things are grotesque and disgusting, These are definitely not things a girl would buy.

—…

—Suicide dolls and things like that have a really disturbing meaning. I think the people who make them They wish they had mental problems.

If I say I didn’t want them, will you understand? There is something I can agree with regarding the assessment. of the visceral animals. In fact, I almost agree with everything, but criticizing Sakurasan’s favorite series goes aMasumi kept moving the pencil. He doesn’t have an IC recorder. Although the former journalists of Newspapers were forbidden from taking notes; they hid a small pencil and notepad in their pocket and wrote

putting his hand in, but I suppose he’s not imitating that.

—So, the next question would be…

I hope it ends soon.

—Are you dating anyone?

Nope.

Suddenly, she asks if I’m “dating anyone.” Since it’s my first interview, I guess I should Instead of just asking something gentler like, “What’s your ideal type?” Are you trying to put Is the interviewee nervous? No, that’s not it. He’s probably just asking out of curiosity. As proof, Kampfer – Volume 2

He seems to be enjoying himself a lot. He has eyes like a kindergarten child who doesn’t know the dirt.

—What do you think about it?

Her eyes sparkle.

—… Not really.

I declared it as indifferent as possible. It’s true that I don’t have a partner. There’s someone I like, but explaininIt would be complicated.

—So, has someone confessed their love to you?

—…

Yes, there is someone. But I can’t answer honestly. It’s related to honor in several ways. —Hmm…

Masumi was smiling defiantly. Hmm. Does she know something?

—Natsuru-san, you’re quite pretty. Are you the type who attracts girls? Perhaps a girl has confessed her feelinyour love?

—…

A cold sweat broke out on my back. This woman has an uncanny confidence. It should be something only we…We know Kaede and Shizuku, besides the plushies. So what does this attitude mean? Is it just…

Showing off? Probably. Is she the ultimate liar, who even deceives herself?

-What are you saying?

-… What are you talking about?

—Someone said they saw Natsuru-san walking with a girl.

I was about to say, “What?”, but I stopped myself at the last moment. That would be a lie. Nobody has seen Sakura-san and I were on a date. Come to think of it, it wouldn’t be so strange for a girl like me to be walking wAnother girl. She’s just testing the waters.

—That girl seems to be a sophomore, you know?

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A farce. This too. For sure.

—Natsuru-san is also a second-year student, right? If the classmates find out, won’t that be a problem? It will probably be complicated. It seems the class president, vice president, and treasurer are all the same per

Very cunning. They seem willing to exploit any weakness, and the tutor will probably ask for money. blatantly. The only ally I have is Kaede, who’s on the defensive.

I can easily imagine my own destiny, but it wouldn’t be wise to talk too much about it. —… I’m not dating any girl.

—Really? With that raspy voice, you’d definitely be successful.

—I’m not dating anyone.

—Are you sure? At the journalism club, we’re planning to do a special on lesbian girls. Could you cooperate?

Journalism, you say? Is this sports journalism or what? However, what do you think when you start with A special on homosexuality? And besides, what’s the point of my involvement in this? The day a A mysterious section about returning students and a special about homosexuality appeared together. They quickly became famous.

—Right now, homosexuality is all the rage in Seitetsu. They call it “Yuri,” where beautiful girls…

They drive each other crazy, are you into that kind of perversion?

—… Fashionable?

—It’s a trend started by the journalism club. We’re going to feature girls with a yuri vibe for ten consecutive issues. We’ll also be publishing about that mysterious returning student, Natsuru. for three consecutive numbers.

Am I going to do this myself? It’s a terrible fabrication.

This can no longer be published in school journalism under any circumstances. If I appear on the front page And if something happens to come out about Kämpfer, what am I going to do? I haven’t heard anything about Even Kämpfer could be punished if his true identity is discovered. Anything could happen. They could make me buy like a ton of gut animals or something.

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Besides, it’s not right for them to think I’m gay or something, a little yuri. Although maybe Sakura-san She would feel relieved. What should she do?

Masumi moves the pencil again.

—If you’re not going to reply, that’s fine. I’ll write a random article.

—But that would be a forgery…

—Oh, my written articles become the truth, you know?

As usual, his eyes are pure and he has no doubt whatsoever about what he is doing. —So, I was under medical treatment for an illness for a long time, but can I say

Did I go back to school because I couldn’t control my hot body?

—That’s not right.

What kind of excuse is that? What does “hot body” even mean? Is this a women’s weekly magazine or what? —We’ll also reveal that Natsuru-san’s secret is that she’s actually a yuri fan. Ever since She was a girl, she is the legendary one who conquered numerous beauties.

Who says “conquered”? Is this some kind of samurai?

—So, since I entered Seitetsu Academy, I’ve been enjoying spending time with younger people,

classmates and older students alike. Even the reason I temporarily withdrew was because I was I was stabbed by three secretaries from a company and contracted a disease from them. —…

I couldn’t say anything. Masumi nodded to herself as she took notes. This isn’t an interview, it seems more likea creative activity.

—Is this okay?

—…

—Ara, aren’t you satisfied?

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It’s not that I’m dissatisfied, I’m more surprised. I just came across the women’s section today and Suddenly I find myself being labeled a mysterious homosexual. I almost want to believe this is part of it. of a conspiracy by Shizuku.

—Well, then that’s it.

—W-Wait…

I stopped Masumi as she tried to leave.

—Oh, is there still something you’re hiding? Don’t worry, I’ll include it in the article. That probably means you’re going to make something up. That’s not how it works. —Don’t publish it…

-Why not?

—Just don’t do it.

I tried to speak as quietly as possible and begged. Being discovered as a man would be the worst thing. —But I also have an article to write.

-Please.

-Hey…

Grrr. Why do I have to bend down to avoid a fake item? It makes no sense, no matter how you look at it.

—That’s right, isn’t it?

Masumi paused and seemed to reflect for a moment.

—If in return you reveal Natsuru-san’s true secret, I can stop the publication of the article. —Kuu…

What a woman. Negotiating this like this?

Masumi smiled maliciously at my reaction.

—So you have a secret after all, don’t you?

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—No… a secret…

—What will you decide? I don’t care who it is!

Neither option was good for me. Accepting was hell. Rejecting was another hell. Ignoring it It would probably be hell too. There’s no good outcome waiting for me.

—…

-What’s happening?

—…

I hope this calamity passes soon.

—Hmm, you don’t intend to say anything? Fine, then I’ll write an article about a student from High school student who slept with nurses while on break.

T-That’s too cruel! I thought that if I didn’t speak up, Masumi might lose her patience, but this is too much. How naive.

—If you don’t want to, then speak.

She was approaching slowly. She had a charming face, but she looked like a concentration camp guard. -So…

—…

In that desperate moment,

There was a loud noise and the door to the journalism club opened. Kondou entered. Akane was behind her.

Kondou stared intently inside and moved forward purposefully. —So you’re Natsuru-san. I’m Kondou Mikoto.

I bowed my head. So this is the first time I’ve encountered her, being a woman. Kondou easily ignored me after I said hello once.

—Wait a moment, Masumi.

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I’m talking to the girl who’s been bullying me. She’s not exactly calm. —What are you doing? Planning to write another fake article? —Uh, it’s not fake. I’m just exaggerating the story a little.

—That’s a lie. Every time you do something, the class’s reputation suffers.

Kondou grabbed Masumi’s arm.

—You can’t skip class. Let’s go home.

—I already got permission from the teacher of class 2-4.

—Our tutor is angry with you.

As she said that, she quickly led her away. Although Masumi continued to complain, her voice gradually becaweak until it disappears.

I felt relief and relaxed my shoulders.

-… Are you OK?

Akane showed concern.

—Well… why are Akane-chan and Kondou here?

—Natsuru-san was taken away… well, I was thinking about what to do. I figured it would probably be the club ojournalism, so I came and found Kondou-san.

—Oh, is it just a coincidence…?

—Yes… Kondou-san asked me for help and suddenly opened the door.

She seems to have a bad temper. Very much in Kondou’s style.

The timing was perfect. I was on the verge of revealing whether I was becoming a yuri girl or if they would disctrue identity, so I should thank him for that. If I thank him directly, it would be strange, so so I decided to express my gratitude in silence.

—Where do you think they went?

—I think they went to the freshman classroom…

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I’d love for her to stay home for a while. After all, here in the women’s section, I’m

being the target of a mysterious Kämpfer. If this causes a stir in school journalism, I will call the Pay attention, and it won’t be good.

Akane looked at me with concern. I prayed to all the gods of the world for a peaceful life. ■

—It hurts, Kondou, let go of me.

—How noisy. Look.

Mikoto let go of her hand. Masumi, relieved, rubbed her right arm several times. —Despite being a girl, Kondou has a lot of strength.

—When you help with the investigations, this happens naturally.

—I almost had it, you know?

—What are you going to do when you corner her like that?

Kondou clapped his hands together.

—But that person Natsuru-san that I saw for the first time is really beautiful. —I know. I really tried to get her into journalism.

—But the full name Senou Natsuru-san is too perfect. It’s just like my childhood friend’s. —Senou Natsuru-san from the male section looks more disheveled, doesn’t he? —How noisy. Sometimes it shines too.

—But it has nothing to do with the Natsuru-san from the male section, right? They only share the name. —Maybe, but… it seems strange to me. Why does he call himself Natsuru-san?

Masumi seemed intrigued, but then she applauded.

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—Oh, Kondou didn’t like it?

—Don’t say weird things.

—If the female Natsuru-san and the male Natsuru-san have a somewhat strange relationship, like childhood friIt wouldn’t be as fun, would it?

—It has absolutely nothing to do with that. I just want to know about that girl Natsuru-san, nothing more! —Hmm…

—Believe me. I’m interested in that girl’s identity. That’s all.

—Yes, yes.

Masumi wasn’t really paying attention. Kondou was making a sound similar to “grr…” like a dog. —Instead, help reveal her true identity, Masumi.

-Understood.

—That girl… I’ll find out who she is anyway.

Kondou murmured, clenching both hands tightly.