I was in high spirits, looking forward to my new life. However, thanks to my stepsister and childhood friend, my first day was not at all calm.
That same day after school.
I went to Arukuma Cafe. According to the developer blog, this cafe was modeled after an actual cafe that one of the developers frequented. I couldn't escape the thought that they might be telling too much on their blog, but whatever.
Ah, what a pleasant situation (sarcasm).
"Why are you even here?"
"That should be my line, right?".
Let me explain the situation. After the opening ceremony, we went straight to the Arukuma Cafe. My childhood friend, Najimi Ota, first asked me for advice on some matter. So I went to that cafe after school to fulfill my promise. And for some reason, my sister decided to come with me.
"To put it bluntly, fuck off."
"Why? Why should I? You're the one bothering me, so get out."
"Shut up, Bitch."
"What...! Who are you calling a 'bitch'? I'm still a virgin!"
"That's just your own statement, isn't it?"
"You want proof? I can show you!"
"Hey, hey, hey, cool it, cool it, cool it, cool it! Both of you, be quiet!" (Translation Both of you, just calm down a bit)
I involuntarily had to intervene to stop their altercation. However, in the midst of the altercation, a few words in the Charao language escaped my mouth. What an uncomfortable body I have. I wish the developers who made me this way could be held accountable. Where are they? I wish I could curse them for always tripping over the corners of dressers with their little toes.
"Charao... why is your sister here?"
Sitting in front of me was a beautiful girl with pink hair, Najimi Ota, my childhood friend. She was about 150 centimeters tall, wore twin ponytails, and was very rich. Her eyes were gazing upward, like a cat's. She was described on the package as "tsundere - beautiful childhood friend". Note: in this world, everyone had hair colors and names somewhat outside the norm. But this is such a game, so bear with me.
"I was wondering the same thing. Why did you follow us, Mai?"
Najimi's eyes widened in surprise.
"What... what... what happened to you? Did you hit your head or something?"
Najimi, familiar with my usual manner of speaking in charao, found my current manner of speech rather strange. Well, it couldn't be helped.
"Don't you dare disrespect Onii-sama, you damn old woman."
"Hey, hey, wait a minute, Mai! Are you trying to play pretty? Well, well, well, you say I'm your partner tonight, but your mouth is too foul!" (Translation: Mai, you're too rude).
"Ah, as usual, Charao. That's pleasing."
Even though Najimi looked relieved, it was a bit discouraging.
"Bitch. You betrayed my brother and got together with another guy. And yet you have the nerve to address Onii-sama without any shame or concern for public opinion."
My sister spoke in a confrontational tone. Well, I can understand why she is angry and wants to say something. As my sister pointed out, Najimi was already in a relationship with the main character.
"Ah, I... I understand. I betrayed you, Charao... I'm still hurting you..."
"Don't pretend to understand, old woman. Disappear. Don't ever come near Onii-sama again."
"Calm down, Mai. You don't have to say that."
Najimi and Mai looked at each other in surprise.
"Mai. Najimi came to consult with me, knowing it would hurt me. Though it may seem like harassment, I can see the pain on her... face..."
Najimi's face, far from looking distressed, looked incredibly surprised. As if she'd walked into a family restaurant and seen a panda using a MacBook to write. Pardon the unfortunate analogy.
"See? She's in pain, isn't she? (forcibly)"
"Onii-sama..."
"Charao... You really are a nice guy."
Najimi lowered her head, rubbing it against the table.
"I'm sorry, Charao. I'm really sorry I betrayed you."
She meant that she chose Minato over me.
"Don't worry about it. Betrayal or whatever, you love Minato, right?"
"Yes... But..."
"Then it's all right. All I wish for is your happiness. If you're happy, that's the most important thing, even if you prefer him over me."
"Charao..."
"If you have something to advise me about, I'll listen. We're childhood friends, after all. Even if you date another guy, our friendship will be forever, won't it?"
Najimi looks at me with her moist eyes. A beautiful girl in tears. Nothing could be better than that. Any man who doesn't buy those tears probably isn't a man at all. He probably doesn't even have a pen.
"Onii-sama!"
Bam!" Mai slams the table.
"You're forgiving her!? That girl who hurt your heart, Onii-sama?"
Najimi looks sharply at Mai.
"I'm sorry, but you hurt Charao too, didn't you? Talking about how much you love Onii-sama, while cuddling with Minato yourself. Who are you to talk?"
"Ugh...!"
Under the force of the narrative, Mai was forced to love Minato. That's how the scenario played out. But it's inevitable. Just as a lot of heroines fall in love with unattractive men, the world and the game forced it on the character known as Mai Shibuya.
"It's... Wasn't exactly me back then..."
"Ha! What's that? I admit that I offended Charao, but not as much as you did. Charao is an amazing person. He continued to support his sister like a brother even after she betrayed him. Taking advantage of that kindness, you became infatuated with another man..."
Bang!
I couldn't help myself and slammed the table. I tried to keep my composure, but I couldn't let this incident pass.
"Ch-charo..."
I look at Najimi with a serious face.
"First of all, what you just did wasn't very cool, you know? Apologize to my sweet pretty Mai, okay?"
Oh my god. You're working too hard, Charo said
"Onii-sama... Loves me... ♡"
Mai's cheeks turn red. Meanwhile, Najimi shows remorse and bows her head.
"I went too far. I'm sorry."
"...I also apologize for calling you names."
Well, it looks like they have temporarily reconciled for the time being. Phew... I think I dodged a bullet.
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★★★★ Mai
I, Mai Shibuya, am in love with Charao-oniisama.
I adore Onii-sama, who is always ready to support me in a difficult time. Even after heartbreak and romantic troubles, Onii-sama keeps smiling at me.... He is my favorite person in the world.
That's why... Ah, that's why!
I can't forgive myself!
Why? Why?
Why did I fall in love with someone like Minato, even temporarily?
Wasn't Onii-sama supposed to be the one I loved most in the world?
I decided to give my heart, my body, and even my first time only to Onii-sama!
And yet I told that man that I liked him.
I even... kissed him!
Disgusting... so disgusting!
Why? Why did I think I was in love with someone like that?
In retrospect, I can say that last year I acted strangely.
My head suddenly became foggy...
When I saw that Minato (trash), my heart would unnaturally speed up.
On the other hand, when I looked at my beloved Onii-sama, I started to feel disgusted for some reason.
I'll be blunt: the me of that time is not me.
All I can say is that I was dominated by some strong will.... There was no way I could love anyone but Onii-sama....
...What that sow said is true; my actions were truly despicable.
It's a fact that I hurt Onii-sama. But then...
''First of all, what I did just now was not good, you know? Apologize to my beautiful Mai, okay?"
Onii-sama... said that to the sow.
He defended me.
He told me he loved me...
Ah, I love him. I really do. I love him. I love him. I love him... ♡ .
I adore kind Onii-sama who still says he loves me... . ♡ I love him... ♡ . From now on, I will always love him.
I will be completely devoted to Onii-sama. If he asks, I will give my body; if he tells me to sell it, I will sell it. I'll be a faithful servant... no, Onii-sama's slave.
I will serve Onii-sama. Yes, I am Onii-sama's slave.....