Ch.11 Family Time. Parents that are A Little Crazy

And so I went home.

Perhaps because I was in high school age mode, a lot of people looked at me.

'Tis probably because as I grow up, my chest will get bigger.

Well, having big chest means that men will look at you. 'Tis not exactly unpleasant, but it does make me feel a little uncomfortable.

Well, I guess it cannot be helped since 'tis in man's nature.

As a former man myself, I tend to be tolerant of such things ja.

Even so……

"This outfit is comfortable and nice."

My current outfit.

T-shirt, hoodie and jeans.

I also bought some shoes and am now wearing sneakers.

I wore similar clothes when I was a man, but I see, so this is what women's jeans are like.

'Tis nice and easy to move around in.

Also, I simply love hoodies, so this makes me happy.

I usually just wear a hoodie at home, too.

"Oh, I can see my house. Now... Their car is there, huh?"

It does seem like they really have come back.

Personally, I do not want to meet them in this state... but I guess it cannot be helped.

'Tis an event that will affect this future life of mine, after all.

Let us talk clearly.

"I am back noja."

"Welcome back. Ara, you've really become a girl. Hmm... I see..."

"...Mother, do not stare at me so much. 'Tis annoying."

"Ara, I'm sorry. Although I could tell to some extent from your voice, to think that you'd actually become a girl... How nice."

She looked at me with great interest, and then I think she grinned for a moment...

"Mother, did you mutter something just now?"

"It's nothing. Anyway, can you tell me the story? We left work to come here just for this."

Oh, 'tis probably just the wind.

"Yes. Speaking of, where is Father?"

"It's okay, he's in the living room."

"I see. I get it."

"Your tea is ready too."

"Okay, let us go now."

"...You really love yokan and green tea, don't you?"

"I do think they are simply the best."

I cannot give in on that.

Fu, I am looking forward to the yokan and karigane tea.

Feeling a little excited, I went to the living room and saw my father, who looked rather shiny.

Did something good happen?

"I am back noja, Father."

"Hey, Mahiro. Welcome back... Hohou, so that's how you've become, Mahiro. Yes, yes, that's just how Tou-san like it."

"I see. Well, this state is not exactly my original form, though."

"Oh, what do you mean?"

"'Tis like this ja."

Saying that, I turned off my power and returned to my original form.

My height rapidly shrunk until 'tis about the same as an elementary school student.

Oops, my clothes have come off.

...Well, we are family, so 'tis okay.

"This is the original me ja."

"Ahh, a loli. I see, I see... this is great! I never thought my womanizing son would grow up to be such a cute little girl!"

"Yes, yes! I think this is great too. Good job, Mahiro."

"...What are you two saying noja?"

These two have always been like this, but somehow, it feels like it has gotten even worse now that I am a woman...

Honestly, this is no laughing matter for me.

Although, I do not really mind it.

"So? Why did you come back?"

"We already told you, didn't we? It's--"

""To see the funny situation of someone developing TSF syndrome and turning into a beautiful girl.""

"Both of you~~~~~~!"

These parents of mine are really no good!

I am somewhat aware that I am a worthless person, but I think I am at least better than these two!

Damn it, for them to enjoy this as if it was someone else's problem...!

"But, considering you've become a woman, you're not having that much trouble."

"...A stupid mother left behind the clothes she used to dress me in when I was in elementary school. And 'tis in a place where one would hide erotic magazines too."

"But it was useful, wasn't it?"

"...It certainly was useful. But why did you throw away the boys' clothes noja!? Normally you would not throw them away! So why did you only keep the girls' clothes noja!?"

"As a memory?"

"'Tis not a good memory!"

Not that 'tis a particularly dark history! 'Tis not... but... This is a little strange, is it not?

Kuh, she has been like that for a long time.

My parents have some pretty bad sides to them.

As a result, I would always end up getting tired.

Damn it...

"Still, that was a surprise."

"What is ja?"

"You met Shouko-san, right?"

"Well, she was my doctor. What is the big deal?"

"Nothing much, but that person seems to be from our branch family."

"…………Seriously?"

"Seriously. You know, I told you recently that you have a relative who's a researcher."

"...Ah, now that you mention it, you did say that... Wait, the person you are talking about is Kami?!"

What kind of coincidence is this ja!?

That guy is my relative!?

"Yeah. I was surprised too. I never imagined that Shouko-san would be the doctor in charge of you..."

"That's true. I had heard that she was researching an illness, but I never imagined the illness to be TSF syndrome. It's a small world out there."

"No, no, no! This is not a small matter! Or rather, what Is going on with our family?!"

"I wonder? I'm just a son-in-law, so I don't know."

Come to think of it, I did hear that my father had married into the Ouka family.

"Well, it seems like the Ouka family has been around for quite some time. I heard about it from Otou-san, but I don't really remember. However, if we search his room, I'm sure we'll find a lot of things. It seems like he left a lot of things behind, after all."

S-seriously...

So the doctor in charge at that time was a relative of mine...

I guess that kind of coincidence happens ja...

"...I have been wondering about this for a while, but is ours not the main family?

"Yes, that's right."

"What do you guys do for a job?"

"That's a secret, so..."

"...Can you not tell me?"

"Well, it's fine, right? You can live comfortably."

"But why ask now? You've always been so lazy that you never asked about work."

"Well, that it is. But you know, would it not be weird if I am not curious about what my parents do for a living, right?"

'Tis not that I have not been bothered by it for a long time.

Even I am concerned about things that bother me.

However, 'twas a hassle to ask, and in the first place, the two of them were not at home very often, so in the end I just did not ask.

Family time was more important.

"Well, to put it simply... it's game-related."

"Hmm, a game?"

"Yes. There were a few things going on. The project the two of us are involved in is of that nature. Although, it's pretty close to being completed."

"I see. So that is why you have not been coming home lately."

"Yeah. We're living in an apartment near my workplace."

"So that is what you were doing..."

What on earth are these two doing exactly?

"By the way, this is a pretty big project, so once it's completed, we'll make a ton of money. And that will increase our family's assets ."

"Then you have to try your best, is it?"

"Yeah. That's why, Mahiro."

"...What is it, father? You are making that disgusting cat-stroking voice."

That gave me chills for a moment.

There is nothing more disgusting than Father's cat-stroking voice.

"I want to eat the stamina-boosting food that Mahiro makes."

"...So you want me to make it for you?"

"Yes! You went from being a son to a daughter, and as a father, I want to eat my cute daughter's home cooking!"

"Mom wants to eat it too. Mahiro's cooking is delicious."

"...Sigh. Well, you seem tired from work so 'tis fine. So, any requests?"

Even though they say and do some stupid things, they are still my parents.

I would not mind doing it.

"Mmm, fried food!"

"Oh, fried food, is it... Oh well, that is fine. So, you have two options ja. Which would you prefer, tonkatsu or karaage?"

""Tempura""

"...I said there were two options, right? Why did tempura come up when it was not an option ja? And what is more, you two are in perfect sync..."

""Because we want to eat it.""

"Sigh... Very well. 'tis a bit of a hassle, but you two are rarely at home. So, a little pain will not be a big deal."

On the contrary, I do feel that since they cannot be at home, I want them to eat delicious food while they are there.

"You're such a caring person, no matter how much you say it's a hassle. Even though you're such a lazy person."

"...I cannot just leave you alone. Also, when someone close to me asks me for a favor, 'tis hard for me to refuse."

"That's what they call being caring... But you've grown into an interesting person. Is it because of father-in-law's influence?"

"I guess so. That person was also a bit of a pain. He took care of Mahiro while we were away, so that's why she grew up like this."

"I do love Grandpa."

He was a good Grandpa.

"I guess so. You were always a Grandpa's kid. That's why you picked up his tone of voice."

"I was really surprised to see my son, a kindergartener, speaking like an old man. The other parents were surprised too."

My father spoke with a laugh.

Come to think of it, that did happen, but maybe not...I am not sure.

"I never thought it would turn out to be this funny! Hahaha! Wow, how interesting!"

"That's true. I never thought you'd turn into such a cute girl. And... it looks like you've even bought some clothes and underwear?"

"I had no choice, ja. Yuya told me to."

"As expected of Yuya-kun, who is like a mother to Mahiro. He seems to be taking care of you as always."

"He really is."

I reach for the tea in front of me and drink it.

"Slurp... Mu, delicious."

"Right? Apparently this karigane is popular in the Kansai region. Come on, try the yokan too."

"Umu."

I cut the yokan into pieces and put it in my mouth.

Oh, Oooohhh!

"This one is delicious too!"

"It's good yokan, after all."

The good thing about this is that it's not too sweet.

Yet, you can tell the sweetness.

Green tea is the best for this.

"Slurp... Fuu. What a fine combination, yokan and green tea."

The green tea will refresh the sweetness that remains in my mouth.

Plus, I like the slight bitterness.

And this bitterness brings out the sweetness of the yokan...

Umu, 'tis the best ja.

"You really do act like grandpa, Mahiro."

"People say my tastes are old-fashioned or old man-like, but I do not care."

"You always pick engawa sushi too, after all."

"Is engawa not delicious?"

"Well, it's delicious, but still."

"People at your age would probably choose either tuna or salmon."

"I am me. Other people are other people."

"That's true."

Ah, but this Karigane tea is simply the best.

Personally, it might be my favorite.

"...Thank you for the meal. Now, I think I should go shopping now. I hope I can find some good ingredients at this time..."

"I'm looking forward to it, my daughter."

"Yes, yes. Look forward to it ja, Father, Mother."

I say with a wry smile, and my body grows.

'Tis inconvenient to go shopping as a little girl.

Come to think of it, I was only wearing a shirt the whole time.

Well, it is what it is.

I quickly put on the clothes I had found lying around and left the house.

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"Here, 'tis done."

I went shopping for ingredients and started cooking in the evening.

There was some prep work to be done, so I started a little early.

Tempura can often be a bit of a hassle, so it cannot be helped.

"Wow, as expected from Mahiro. It's fried beautifully."

"Right? Come on, let us eat it while 'tis still warm. 'Tis not bad when cold, but freshly fried is still the best ja."

"Right. Well then."

"""Itadakimasu."""

It has been a while since we had dinner together as a family of three.

'tis quite good to do this, after all.

"So, Father and Mother, when will you be going to work next?"

"Hmm...to be honest, we only snuck out to check on you. In fact, while Mahiro was out shopping, the phone kept ringing nonstop. It was too much trouble, so I turned it off."

"...What are you doing? I mean, are you not on a pretty important project? Is it okay for you to do something like that?"

"It's okay. I left a note for my subordinates saying, 'I'm worried because my son has become a daughter, so I'm going to go and check on her!'"

"Where did the report and consultation go?!"

'Tis not good for a grown adults to only leave a note!

What the hell are these two doing?

""Tehe☆""

"Not cute!"

There is really nothing I can do about these two noja...

"Will you not get fired for doing that?"

"Don't worry. We'll never get fired."

"Is that true...?"

"It's true. So don't worry."

"...How can I feel at ease if my parents cannot report, communicate, or consult properly?"

"With willpower."

"'Tis not something that can be solved with sheer willpower..."

'Tis really tiring to deal with these two...

They really are troublesome.

"Oh, by the way, do you think you should tell Ayame-chan about the current situation?"

"...If I tell her, who knows what she will do. No matter how you look at it, this look is definitely to her liking."

""Certainly.""

"And she's a pervert, you know? Seriously."

"Well, she was panting when she saw you in drag."

"Come to think of it, she used to sniff your pants."

"The shocking truth that comes to light after becoming a woman...!"

What on earth is that cousin of mine doing?

Without my knowledge, she had been doing some incredibly perverted things!

I mean, what kind of torture would it be to have your aunt seeing that scene?

"Well, that girl is so fun in many ways. What should we do? Should I contact her first?"

"...Please spare me ja. I want to take it easy. I have decided to spend the rest of my spring break in a self-indulgent manner."

"Well, you always finish your homework beforehand."

"Umu. That way I can relax and take it easy ja."

"Going all out to be lazy as always, I see."

"Hmph, that is the way I live."

I cannot compromise on that.

"By the way, the new semester will start after spring break. Are you okay?"

"What is?"

"The uniform."

"Hm, ah, a uniform. I did have a physical measurements yesterday. However, since we did not measure for when I grow up, I think they will only send me the uniform for my loli self."

"I see. Well, if that's what you want, then that's fine. But wouldn't it be better to make something for when you grow up to?"

"...What a hassle ja. For now, this will be fine. I'm not going to wear it anyway. Maintaining my growth level consumes calories, so I will get hungry easily."

"So that ability does have drawbacks, huh."

"Of course ja."

In fact, I would like to see an ability that can be used without any drawbacks.

"Well, even so, the food is delicious. Mahiro is a bit of a lazy person, but you're quite skillful at a lot of things. You can do pretty much anything well, so that's a good thing."

"I guess it's from my father. He was also someone who could do anything well."

When I think about it, I guess I inherited a lot from my Grandpa.

I am honestly happy about it.

"Well, we'll be back at work tomorrow."

"That's right. We get to see Mahiro's face. And we're nearing the climax. This is the crucial moment."

"I see. In that case, will you not be home until that is done?"

"Yeah. At the earliest... it'll be summer. There's debugging and stuff to do."

"I see. I am curious about what kind of game it is, but could you let me know when 'tis completed and released?"

"Of course. Actually, we can just steal the prototype, you know?"

"That is not good."

"Just kidding. Well, they're pretty flexible, so if I can get it, I'll take it."

"Then I will wait with anticipation."

I wonder what kind of game these two are making.

...Or rather, what exactly are the real occupations of these two noja...?

Well, it matters not.

Afterwards, we enjoyed some family time together.

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