“You’re not used to traveling, I heard that beforehand, but you need to report any injuries. That’s basic. Glenn would kill you if he found out.”
“I’m sorry.”
After efficiently treating her, Ur scolded Shizuku thoroughly. Sitting formally, Shizuku listened earnestly, though it was unclear how much she truly understood.
Managing her was difficult because she had an unusual sensibility—she placed no value on herself.
Though she acted reasonably understanding in conversation, she had a bad habit of prioritizing things other than herself at critical moments.… Read more
After My Sister Enrolling Volume 2 Chapter 3 part 7
10 (Yuzuriha’s Perspective)
To be honest, Yuzuriha thought they had a chance.
After all, it was four-against-one.
And on their side was Yuzuriha herself, Suzuha, and the top two Amazoness.
If they joined forces for this one objective, putting aside personal desires,
they had assembled essentially the second through fifth strongest fighters on the continent.
And yet–!
“Why can’t I land a single hit on you–!!”
Yuzuriha shouted as she swung her sword diagonally from Suzuha’s brother’s right at a 45-degree angle.… Read more
The Girl is Unbeatable Volume 1 Chapter 10 part 2
In the makeshift waiting area divided by partitions, Amane sat blankly on a chair. She held her smartphone in one hand, but her mind seemed to be elsewhere.
(I wonder what’s wrong with Amane…)
While she enjoyed modeling itself, she simply didn’t seem able to get into the groove today.
Then the photographer poked his head through the partition.
“Amane-chan, you good to go?”
“Y, Yes!”
She hurriedly headed to the shoot location.… Read more
Scientist for an Evil Organization Volume 1 Chapter 16 part 1
Chapter 16: About Sexy
Even today, the monsters of the Delnkeim cult attack the city.
However, they are burned by the blazing flames of the purifying Eres and then vanish.
The city is in an uproar over the victory of the righteous heroine, but ordinary people unaffected by the damage carry on as they please. During the afternoon TV programs, commentators were knowingly discussing Delnkeim and the opposing Lost Fairies.
“Well, basically, the question is why don’t these girls try to work together with the police?… Read more
Thus, the Boy Runs Through the Labyrinth Volume 2 Chapter 1 part 2
After a while…
“Phew! That was scary.”
Fortunately, the Plakio seemed to have low perception. It slowly plucked leaves from the nearby trees and leisurely wandered off. After it was gone, Ur and Shizuku crawled out from the crevice.
“We made it, huh?”
“Let’s not let our guard down yet. There aren’t many places to hide here.”
Ur shook his head at Shizuku’s words. This place was a narrow path sandwiched between towering cliffs.… Read more
I , a high school teacher, was transported volume 2 Chapter 2 part 3
The state of Durham lost much of its territory and population during the great monster parade fifty years ago. The current government is more of a provisional one. Naturally, tax revenue is low, and the situation is far from prosperous. Despite this, they maintain a state military by collecting and selling monster materials for income.
The soldiers’ discipline is lax, and they don’t seem like regular troops—probably because of this. In a way, they live like adventurers from other countries.… Read more
How I Came to Call You “Natsuki” Volume 1 Chapter 1 part 2
1
Thursday morning, the second week of May.
As I walked to school from the station, I mentally reviewed my high school life so far.
“For now… I think it’s going… pretty well.”
—In the past, I was someone often called a “nice guy” by those around me.
I couldn’t deny that I deliberately acted the part.
Not because I wanted to be seen as a nice guy, though. Back then, I was just naively idealistic, a little dumber than average, and utterly repulsed by the idea of calculating personal gains in relationships.… Read more
How I Came to Call You “Natsuki” Volume 1 Chapter 1 part 1
Episode 1: [The Butler of Seishinkan]
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—All human relationships should fundamentally be transactional.
This was the creed I carried into high school—and as Kageyuki Sou, a man who firmly believed it, I never imagined things would turn out like this a mere month after enrollment.
The root of it all traces back to the second “Natsuki” I met right after starting school. But to cut to the chase: thanks to her, I’ve secured my place in this new life.… Read more
How I Came to Call You “Natsuki” Volume 1 Prologue part 2
“So? Where’d you see me before?”
Even the way she referred to herself had subtly shifted as she asked me a question with palpable boredom.
─ ─ Honestly, it’s an unbelievable change—like night and day.
Anyone would wear a mask depending on the time and place. Someone who’s always their raw, unfiltered self is probably rare to begin with.
But even so, this was the first time I’d ever seen someone commit this hard to an act.… Read more
How I Came to Call You “Natsuki” Volume 1 Prologue part 1
Prologue
Back then. She was there—in the corner of the elevator hall.
In front of her stood a grown man. His expression, even his hair, looked stiff, as if he considered everything around him utterly dull.
The man spoke.
[—Choose your friends.]
Low, heavy, thick. A voice brimming with authority, as if declaring a universal truth.
Even though I was hiding in the shadows of the distant hallway—where he couldn’t possibly notice me—for some reason, his words felt like they were directed at me.… Read more