Ch.52 Y- Yan...!!
Kaede's - or rather, Shin-nii's - home was a fairly large detached house.
The house is a little higher quality than the surrounding houses, which is very typical of Shin-nii's petty nature.
"Thank you for today."
Kaede got out of the car and bowed politely.
"Thank you. I was happy to hear about Aria's time at school."
"It's only the second day though."
"It's enough to know that you're not causing any problems."
What? Treating people like they're problem children.
That's probably the case for you too.
"Please continue to take good care of Aria. As long as you don't make any mistakes with the dosage and usage, she's a kind and reliable girl."
"Kaguya-senpai?"
Brutus, not you too!
Kaede gave me an indescribable look, then looked at Kaguya-senpai and Licia again.
"Good luck with your first stream."
She bowed again and turned on her heels.
"Such a polite child."
"That kid's dad is really particular about that kind of thing."
We wave our hand, and after making sure that Kaede has entered the house, the car starts moving.
"He's Aria-chan's older brother from your first life, right?"
"Well, he's a lawyer now and he's affiliated with Prisma Ark."
"He's a fine man."
"He's a man of sound reason with a sinful disposition."
He is a man who is second to none when it comes to not reading the atmosphere and causing discord.
Momiji-senpai's non-deli is the kind of non-deli that would make you laugh out loud if you were on the other side of the river, but Shin-nii's is the kind of non-deli that would make you feel bored even if you were on the other side of the river.
I wonder if the wife he married is a saint or something.
"Can those two things coexist?"
"Personality and sexual inclinations are two different things..."
"This is how Japan is, a subculture powerhouse."
In a world where there is nothing but infinite fetishes (the rest is omitted)
As we were having this conversation, we arrived at the tower apartment building where they both live.
I'm planning on staying at their house tonight.
"Wow, you live in a really nice place."
"I walked around an area where there seemed to be a lot of thugs and talked to people, and they all willingly gave me all the money they had, they were even crying."
"That's one way to say intimidation."
The variations in Japanese language are amazing.
"I was just kidding. I can make as much money as I want."
Se's better than me in IT, or rather in mechanical engineering in general.
From Licia's perspective, Earth's civilization must seem extremely backward.
It's a veritable gold mine.
"I wish I could have done something too..."
"Sorry," said Kaguya-senpai, shrugging her shoulders.
Kaguya-senpai just seems to do the bare minimum.
"In return, Kaguya-oneesama is in charge of the housework. I'm no good at that sort of thing, so it's a big help."
"Now that I think about it, Licia was a bit of a mess."
"Says you."
"Excuse me. I have a proper routine."
I'm the type of person who lets dirt accumulate and then cleans it all up at once.
I have a tendency to start cleaning it pretty quickly though.
Because it stinks.
Sakura's been hanging out quite a bit lately, so I'm trying to be careful.
The room I was shown was on a high floor with a panoramic view of the city.
The open and spacious living room is kept clean, probably thanks to Kaguya-senpai.
I couldn't help but get excited by the rich-like interior.
"Wow! Wow! Wow! ー It feels like I'll get bored of this in three days."
"This guy. Well, I won't deny it."
After all, home is the best.
I definitely couldn't say that in front of you two.
"Okay, Aria-chan. Coffee milk is fine, right?"
Kaguya-senpai, who was in the kitchen, placed a tray carrying drinks and cake for the three of them on the dining table.
"Oh, as expected of Kaguya-senpai. I'm a bit picky about coffee milk though."
"Sunflowers', right?"
"Goddess."
"It's what you always drink during your streams."
Only Kaguya-senpai can win.
As I took a bite of cake and sipped my coffee milk through a straw, Licia suddenly opened a window into the air.
……Huh!?
"Oh, I see. The two of you weren't reincarnated into this world, you were transported."
I was surprised that they brought up a window even though it wasn't a VR space, but it's a common technology in Blue Sphere.
In other words, in addition to the mobile device made in the other world - EVE (Evolutionary Virtual Element), the two of them also brought along Valkyries' weapon, the Devicer.
And since they're making their debut today, the pneuma needed for musical arts is rapidly building up.
…It seems like these two could easily conquer the world.
Even if a Valkyrie gets hit directly by a rocket launcher, the impact is only about the same as being hit with a blunt object.
"If it's something like EVE, we can make it in this world."
And Licia handed me a black mechanical ring.
"Wow. As expected of Licia. Can I have it?"
"Yes, I'm adjusting it for Aria."
"Thank you. I hope I can give you something in return."
"Then, please come with me on a tour of game shops next time you have a day off."
"Ok ok. If it's that simple, it's no big deal."
As we speak, I put the ring on my middle finger.
I lightly waved my middle finger twice and a window appeared in front of me.
Yep, just like I remember.
The window in the VR space was also based on EVE, so I felt at home right away.
"Well then, I'll be the first to make my debut stream, so I'll be heading back to my room."
Licia quickly ate the cake, gulped down her tea and then stood up.
"Well, do your best. I'm looking forward to it."
"Well, my streams have a strong promotional aspect to them."
"?"
Without looking my way, Licia waves her hand.
Shr went up the spiral staircase and put her hand on the door to the room on the second floor.
As I stared at her back,
"What's the matter, Aria?"
"No, her behavior just now seemed strangely familiar. I guess she has grown up, that Licia."
I can feel her growth in subtle ways.
"That's right. She's grown into a very reliable person. She's way better than me."
"Kaguya-senpai, your self-esteem is still as low as ever."
As I was smiling wryly, Kaguya-senpai suddenly hugged me and gently pushed me down.
The floral scent of white plum tickles your nostrils.
"Kaguya-senpai?"
"Yes, that's right. I really am a useless, pathetic woman. If I don't feel Aria's warmth like this, I get anxious right away. I can't help but worry that this might just be a convenient dream..."
A soft, pleading voice.
A slight tremor is felt.
So I hugged her back and gave her a gentle pat on the back.
Pat... Pat... like soothing a baby.
"ー Thank you. I'm fine now."
Kaguya-senpai leaves.
The weak aura had disappeared and I was relieved to see that she had returned to her usual calm self.
"If you ever feel uneasy, call me anytime. I'll come right away."
"Hehe, just like a hero."
"Kaguya-senpai also kinda gives off a sort of yandere vibeー As if~"
"ー Oh, have I been found out?"
"Eh?"
It was just a random remark, but for some reason it sent chills down my spine.
When I looked into Kaguya-senpai's eyes, all I saw was darkness, like a bottomless swamp.
I feel as if I am being sucked into the darkness and am unable to move.
This is exactly what it means to be a frog stared at by a snake.
"It might not be such a bad thing to put a collar on Aria-chan like this and spend time always, always, a~lways together."
Looking at me, who was completely stiff, Kaguya-senpai smiled seductively.
Her smile was so beautiful that it could captivate everyone, and there was something like an indescribable sense of immorality about it.
"You don't have to worry about anything, Aria. Just entrust everything to me and look only at me, and that will be enough."
Her white fish-like fingertips gently traced my chin and lifted it up.
"Hey, Aria-chan, you're not a bad girl, right? After you go looking for games with Licia-chan, why don't we go pick out a collar? Right, Aria-chan?"
As my mind went completely blank, Kaguya-senpai's face gradually came closer to me.
I couldn't take my eyes off her seductive lips.
andー
"As if~ just kidding♪"
"Hæ?"
Kaguya-senpai quickly stepped back, stuck out her tongue, and blushed.
"Hehe, are you surprised? Even I can tell jokes like this now."
Ignoring me, stunned and gaping at my mouth, Kaguya-senpai took the cup and headed to the kitchen, saying, "I'll bring you another serving."
My thoughts were finally starting to work again, but unfortunately all I could do was tremble uncontrollably.
S-s-s...!
So scaryyyyy!!
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Author's note :
Kisaragi Aria
Because she thought Kaguya had the qualities to be a yandere, she was fooled by Kaguya's acting and was shocked.
She once again vow to herself not to make her angry or sad.
Even though this time it was just an act, she thought that the latter is no laughing matter.
It's mostly her fault.
Kaguya Mutsuki
She delivers a brilliant act that leaves a deep trauma in Aria.
However, if Aria wishes, she wouldn't hesitate to give her a collar.
If there is some trigger, she will do it.
It's mostly the person above who's to blame.
Licia Metis
The most decent, most capable and intelligent girl who lives with the most appropriate sense of distance.
She doesn't mind as long as it's a nice boat, but she doesn't want to be left out because of it.
That being said, she's also the type who wants attention.
She's currently obsessed with Japanese subculture.
She's especially impressed by the vastness of games she loves.
Later, she discovers that she has an aptitude for being a crappy game hunter.
It's mostly the person on top who's to blame.