[We're all in position, let the date begin.]
"..."
Yuki was at a loss for words. Ever since he invited Nia out on a date, Kotori's eyes had sparkled with cunning, as if she had been waiting for this moment. And why wouldn't she? Ever since Yuki started bringing home spirits with minimal effort, and those spirits decided to stay on their own, Kotori had been feeling useless, along with the entire Fraxinus crew.
This date was her chance to prove herself, to do her job.
So, it didn't matter if Yuki wasn't interested. After all, he didn't need any help winning over women, especially not Nia, who shared a past with him. In the end, Kotori handled all the preparations, kicked him out of the house, and made him wait for Nia...
(In the end, women are incomprehensible beings.)
Sighing in defeat, Yuki waited for his date.
"Hyaa~ Sorry for the wait, Yui-kun!"
Fortunately, Nia didn't take as long as Yuki had expected. But then, that was to be expected since she wasn't wearing makeup or dressing fashionably. Instead, she wore pants, a jacket, and a backpack adorned with tags of various fictional characters. She looked...
(Are you an otaku?)
[TN: Yes.]
A smile formed on his face. Knowing this girl, Yuki wasn't surprised. On the contrary, he took Nia's hand.
"Akihabara?"
"Hehe, as expected from my soulmate. Yui-kun understands me well."
For an otaku girl like her, Akihabara was a temple. Nia hugged Yuki and urged him to hurry. She was eager to get started...
"Akiba! I'm back! ...Back!...Back!"
"It's good to be back, huh?"
"Yes! I've waited so long for this!"
Soon after, they arrived in Akihabara. Nia was so excited that she stretched out her arms and looked around curiously. The smile on her face and the gleam in her eyes were like a fish returning to water. After being locked away in DEM for five years, deprived of her hobby and her job as an accomplished manga artist, Nia wondered if her fans were still waiting for her work. After five years, her career might be over.
Yuki, who had read her creations, admitted that this girl was very talented. It was no wonder she was well-known in the otaku world as one of the best mangakas.
(Hm?)
Suddenly, one of the tags on Nia's backpack caught Yuki's attention, sparking an idea. As someone who understood Nia, he knew her tastes well. His goal was to give her an unforgettable date, so he came up with an idea and performed a hand sign...
*Puff*
A cloud of smoke suddenly erupted, causing Nia, who was excitedly looking around, to turn her head curiously...
And when the smoke cleared, Nia's eyes widened...
"No...no...To...ki...."
"Hm, stop staring at me, woman. You're annoying."
"Tokiya!!"
Nia's scream caught the attention of passersby, and why wouldn't it? There was a cute boy in cosplay. No, it was more than just cosplay—Yuki had transformed into a fictional character, perfectly replicating the outfit, height, and even the voice. He had become Tokiya.
"Tokiya! My waifu! No, my husband! I love you!"
Naturally, Nia loved it. She rushed to hug him, smell him, and touch him.
She knew that Yuki could transform into other people or forms, but for him to use that ability to become one of the beloved characters who inspired her to become a mangaka? Nia cried tears of joy, grateful to have such a thoughtful boyfriend who wasn't jealous of this. Yuki, of course, wouldn't be. After all, it was just a fantasy. It would be toxic and foolish to be jealous of a character that didn't exist. However, Yuki suddenly pushed her away.
"Don't touch me, woman. You're in the way."
"Hyaaaa~"
Yuki's in-character performance was too much for Nia's heart. She felt as if an arrow had pierced her, and she quickly stepped back, fearing Tokiya might hate her. But her excitement only grew...
---
"He's a professional."
Kotori clicked her tongue. She didn't know how to feel at this moment. They had been monitoring the date, and seeing Nia's emotional parameters skyrocket in just seconds was a clear move by someone who knew their target well.
This turned what was supposed to be a boring date into something exciting. Nia was thrilled and compliant.
Kotori didn't know whether to praise Yuki for doing a good job since he still knew how to take advantage in such situations or to condemn him for being a scumbag.
She couldn't even count how many girls had fallen into his traps, and she felt unconsciously threatened. She still remembered what Yuki told her at that moment...
("All the spirits are important to me, and that includes you, Itsuka Kotori.")
This sent shivers down her spine. Kotori shook her head and repeated to herself many times...
He's a scumbag!...
Even so, she patted her chest, reassuring herself. She already had someone in her heart, someone she loved. It would be impossible for Yuki to replace that person.
"Onii-chan, where are you?...I miss you."
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"Wow, what a great cosplay!"
The date continued, and everyone who had watched the Tokiya anime couldn't help but gape at the couple. Yuki's cosplay was the best they had ever seen, and many people took out their cameras.
But Yuki didn't care. He accompanied Nia, visiting all sorts of stores where many people asked for a photo with him because of his excellent cosplay.
"Thank you, Yui-kun, that was fun."
After some time, the two rested at a café. Yuki had returned to his original form. He no longer wanted to be treated like a zoo animal, and the impact Tokiya had on Nia had also faded. She had grown accustomed to him, so Yuki returned to his usual self.
"I had fun too. It's been a long time since I was in Akihabara."
Unlike Nia, the last time Yuki had been to Akihabara was in his previous life, and it wasn't for fun—it was for work. So, he didn't remember much.
Besides...
"Being with you is the most fun."
"Hehe."
His sweet words made Nia blush...
"I'll miss this place."
With a sigh, Nia couldn't help but gaze out the window. There were so many things in this world that made her feel sad. However, Yuki didn't allow the mood to linger and took her hand...
"We'll be back, so it's not goodbye. Besides, there will be many more Akihabaras in other worlds."
"You're right, Yui-kun."
Squeezing his hand, Nia smiled at him. Both of them knew what they were talking about, though this confused Kotori and the rest of the crew...
"So, do you want to do it now, or should we wait?"
Nia's eyes narrowed as she playfully pressed her foot against his crotch under the table. Her glassy eyes and flushed cheeks were incredibly sexy.
"..."
Yuki didn't speak. He stood up and took her hand. This was his answer, and Nia lowered her head shyly, hugging his arm like a good girl. They left the café, and as they did, they disappeared into the shadows...
"What?! Where did they go?!"
In Fraxinus, Kotori stood up in shock. She was stunned by this sudden turn of events. Out of nowhere, the spirits had vanished, and it was clear they were up to something.
"Hurry, let's find them!"
"I don't think that's necessary, Commander."
The other crew members shook their heads and shrugged. They were all adults with experience in matters of the heart, unlike Kotori, who was still quite young and couldn't understand some adult signals.
But it was obvious that this couple had planned to take things to the next level. The date was simply a brief prelude to their true goal.
And it wasn't as if they couldn't understand. When two people are in love, things just happen. This also made the crew think...
(The Genesis Project needs to be accelerated.)
The new generation of spirits is coming soon, and as godparents, Ratatoskr must be ready....
Kotori, on the other hand, didn't understand until much later...
"He's definitely...a scumbag."
With steam coming out of her head, Kotori returned home.
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TN: Lewd