Lancer, carrying the video camera and ready to make a big scoop, suddenly stopped looking through the instruction manual because he suddenly remembered something ——————
'What is so good about the outside world?'
This question seemed unanswerable even for Lancer himself. After all, even he himself drifts around like duckweed, and if one excludes the existence of the 'System,' which always guides him when he's lost, he himself is mostly unconsciously swept into various incidents.
If there's anything he's always insisted on, then... changing fate? No, that doesn't seem right either, because strictly speaking, he doesn't know the 'ending' of most of the worlds he has experienced. Either he knows only bits and pieces, or he simply knows nothing at all.
So what was it?
Putting down the video camera in his hand, Lancer once again fell into the 'Sage State.'
And just as Lancer was sitting there spacing out, 'Zero,' who had recovered from her Quinque form into a human form, appeared behind Lancer at some point.
She first looked at Lancer somewhat strangely, then walked over, grabbed the 'Fatty Soda' and 'Fatty Happy Snack' (chips/snacks) that Lancer had placed aside, and started eating.
For her, although the current life is a bit like a salted fish, compared to the previous busy life, while it lacks some passion, it also seems quite happy. The most crucial thing is the complete recovery of her sense of taste. After all, she is not strictly a biological entity at this time, so naturally, she can no longer be bound by the 'curse' of Ghouls.
But just as she was stuffing herself, she didn't notice a pair of lustful hands suddenly reaching out from behind her.
'Zero,' suddenly embraced,'s first reaction was to turn around and slap the other party's face with her right hand full of potato chip crumbs, but when she turned around, she realized that the owner of those hands was actually her 'Strange Master.' She completely froze there, as she simply couldn't resist the other party.
'Could it be that that guy finally couldn't hold back...'
'Zero' immediately had an ominous premonition. She knew how terrifying this seemingly herbivorous man could be when he went berserk. Even the female Ghoul's stamina couldn't compare to his, and her current body would probably be instantly torn apart, right?
But just as she was at a loss, she found that the other party merely held her in his arms and rested his chin on the top of her head.
"Zero, do you know what I fight for?"
As soon as Lancer finished speaking, he saw 'Zero,' who was originally bowing her head, lift her head. Her originally expressionless small face turned into an expression like looking at an idiot, as if to say, 'If you don't even know, how could I know.'
And Lancer also smiled bitterly and rubbed the top of her head.
"I'm really an idiot, 'Zero,' you probably can't understand what I'm talking about at all, right? Sure enough, just as they said, I am an idiot, only knowing how to move forward..."
But just as Lancer was self-mocking, 'Zero' suddenly spoke.
"Master, do you regret it? If you don't regret it, then why doesn't Master just keep moving forward?"
Looking at her round big eyes, Lancer was stunned for two seconds, and then he desperately messed up her hair.
"Haha~ Yeah, since I don't know, then I'll just keep moving forward! Thanks, 'Zero.'"
Looking at the hands messing around on top of her head, 'Zero' couldn't help but puff out her cheeks.
This guy is really an idiot! Does he think she likes having her head rubbed like his three cat masters?
Puffing out her cheeks, 'Zero' continued to eat her happy snack and drink her Soda, and Lancer, after finding that 'Zero' was ignoring him, put her down and carried the video camera outside.
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Since Fujiwara no Fuhito and the others came, it was impossible for them to leave so simply. According to the original plan, if they had no other matters, they would stay here for at least a week. And today, when they once again came together to Kaguya Houraisan door, they found that Kaguya Houraisan today seemed a bit strange.
If in normal times the other party was polite yet revealed a distance, like a high-altitude flower that was unattainable, then today the other party was like carrying thorns, making people at a loss. However —————— this also seems good?
It was quite obvious that neither Lancer nor Kaguya Houraisan herself had considered the 'horror' of loli-lovers in this era. These people, who were usually high and mighty, seemed to have awakened something incredible at this moment.
However, it was very obvious that Kaguya Houraisan had no intention of paying attention to them at this time. If she usually took pleasure in their suffering and treated these guys as a joke, then now she had no interest at all, because 'that person' hadn't come.
According to her understanding, that man's job seemed to be protecting these 'Courtiers.' The previous few times the other party came, he also came, but today they came, yet he didn't. Could it be because of what she said last night? But didn't the other party say he would bring out something that would interest her?
Perhaps Kaguya Houraisan herself didn't realize that although she rejected Lancer so-called 'friend request,' it must be said that Lancer reaction, which was completely different from everyone she had encountered until now, indeed aroused her curiosity. After all, if the other party didn't come, she would probably have to return to the boring days she had for the past few months.
Finally, when the five great figures, whose combined power was enough to overturn the entire Japan, left together, their expressions were all somewhat subtle. Kaguya Houraisan slightly strange reaction today made them inwardly hesitate while simultaneously strengthening their resolve to succeed.
Meanwhile, Kaguya Houraisan sat in her room, staring blankly at the hair ornament in her hand that emitted a faint chill. While spacing out, she didn't realize the passage of time, and she didn't even know when the moon had climbed onto the branches.
But right at this moment ——————
"Eh? No tea brewed today?"
As a somewhat familiar voice sounded, Kaguya Houraisan was also suddenly awakened from her memories. She looked somewhat surprised at the tall man straddling the window frame.
Her widened eyes and slightly parted small mouth seemed to express her owner's surprise, but Lancer didn't care at all. After complaining, he directly climbed in and immediately 'exchanged' a bottle of Soda .
"Pffft~"
Accompanied by the strange sound of carbon dioxide, Kaguya Houraisan was also startled awake.
"You... Why are you here?"
"Why am I here? Didn't I say before that I would give you a 'surprise'? Of course, I'm here to fulfill my promise!"
Then Lancer took out a handheld computer from his embrace, tapped it a few times, and then handed it to Kaguya Houraisan.
Kaguya Houraisan took the handheld computer, slightly bewildered, and Lancer directly tapped the center, after which a video began to play. Then, a figure with muscles all over his body appeared on the display screen...
Bab 33: The Word 'Friend' Is Not For Just Anyone to Use
Kaguya Houraisan had actually noticed before that the way this man in front of her thinks seems a bit different from her... No, it should be said, from everyone she has ever encountered. After all, it's not normal for a man to suddenly run into a woman's house at night, with the sole purpose of drinking tea and chatting.
But she still didn't expect the other party's thought process to be this bizarre.
"Hah!"
"Drink!" (Shout of effort)
Accompanied by low shouts, the demon in front of the screen was directly pierced. Countless fresh blood splashed onto the armor engraved with a lion pattern, and this uncensored scene, clearly belonging to R18 content, caused a violent shock to Kaguya Houraisan 'young' heart.
She had to admit that this strange video did arouse her curiosity, but no matter how you look at it, this is a bit too weird, right? After all, she is not an 'ordinary woman.'
"Why are you showing me these things?"
When returning the tablet to Lancer, Kaguya Houraisan counter-questioned him.
"Of course, it's so you can get to know me~ After all, in my opinion, the most basic requirement for becoming friends is mutual understanding... Why are you looking at me like that?"
Lancer didn't finish his sentence before retreating under Kaguya Houraisan strange gaze. After all, being looked at with such strange eyes made him not even know if he should continue talking, but Kaguya Houraisan didn't restrain her gaze at all; instead, she continued to 'recklessly' observe Lancer.
"In reality, you have no intention of being friends with me, do you? You showed me these... things."
For a moment, Kaguya Houraisan didn't know how to describe these images, but Lancer, hearing Kaguya Houraisan counter-question, breathed a sigh of relief and waved his hand.
"Of course, I know what you want to say, but this is undoubtedly me. The me who is sitting here drinking tea right now, and the person covered in blood, brandishing a long spear, is also me. Maybe you think I'm just joking, but I'm serious. For me, the word 'friend' is not something just anyone can be crowned with, so I hope you understand me and eventually become my friend."
That's right, Lancer initial purpose was indeed to complete the 'quest,' but that doesn't mean he completely regarded the other party as a tool for completing his quest. After these few days of contact, he has gained a simple understanding of the 'Kaguya-hime' in front of him. The other party can undoubtedly be crowned with the term 'Yamato Nadeshiko,' which represents the highest praise for women in Japan, and he also quite enjoys the feeling of drinking tea and admiring the moon with her.
The blood that was thoroughly boiling from wielding the spear and subjugating demons gradually returned to normal under the warmth of the tea...
Although everything started with a 'quest,' it doesn't matter, after all, this is just the beginning. As for what should be done next, it depends on the choices and actions of the two of them.
Facing Lancer words, which were more serious than before, Kaguya Houraisan didn't even know how to speak for a moment.
Although this man is a bit strange, it is precisely because of this that he stands out and appears before her. And the more crucial reason is that she doesn't dislike being with this man; beneath his somewhat rugged appearance lies a sincere heart.
She originally wanted to agree, but thinking of her 'future' of inevitably returning to the Moon, her left hand, which was ready to grasp Lancer outstretched hand of friendship, unconsciously drew back again.
"I'm sorry."
Kaguya Houraisan lowered her head in silence as she said these words.
'I should be disliked by the other party, right? But this is fine too. For me, coming to the 'surface' was just an accident. I am alone, to begin with, and I don't need any friends...'
But just as she silently waited for Lancer response, the other party's voice did come through, but it was slightly different from what she expected.
"Sigh~ Did I fail? Was I really thinking too simply?"
Lancer, who was sitting cross-legged, unlike Kaguya Houraisan, scratched his head with his right hand, and then supported his chin with his palm.
"But I won't give up. After all, I won't give up unless it's an irresistible force!"
What Lancer said was not false. After all, unlike others, he has a 'Kaguya Houraisan Affection Value Reference' right in front of him. With an affection value that hasn't even reached a passing score, it would be strange if the other party agreed immediately, right?
But he showed no intention of giving up; instead, he continued to look at Kaguya Houraisan with fiery eyes.
But perhaps because of the confident expression on Lancer face or his enthusiastic voice, for a moment, Kaguya Houraisan didn't even know how to speak. Even the idea she had considered earlier about whether to comfort the other party was directly thrown to the back of her mind.
And just at this moment, the tablet was handed back again.
"Take another look~ This time, there are not only images of me, but also some landscape photos I took in other places. See if there's anything you're interested in, and I can take you for a walk then."
Although Kaguya Houraisan really wanted to tell Lancer directly that she wouldn't go anywhere and only wanted to wait here for Shishō to pick her up, unfortunately, with her power sealed, she had no resistance against Lancer terrifying strength and could only take the tablet again...
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When the moon reached the zenith of the sky, Kaguya Houraisan couldn't help but let out a breath. Several hours had passed from when Lancer left until she finished watching.
There is no doubt that Kaguya Houraisan is a so-called 'Tsundere who acts honestly' Although she said no, after the tablet was given to her, she couldn't resist opening it. After all, her current life is truly too boring, and just like a student who is punished to stand outside the window and is not allowed to do anything, perhaps a business card or two sparrows that happen to land nearby can make them feel very interesting (personal experience).
And there is no doubt that Kaguya Houraisan is currently in this situation, otherwise, she wouldn't have bothered to study things like playing musical instruments, chess, calligraphy, and painting out of boredom.
While looking at the tablet in her hand, her expression appeared somewhat subtle.
'This thing seems somewhat similar to some things that were discarded in the Moon Capital a long time ago. Could it be that this man is connected to the Moon Palace? No, if he really was a person from the Moon Palace, he would absolutely not do something so easy to expose in front of me. Then, does that mean he picked it up?'
Looking at the sun slowly rising outside the window, she couldn't help but stretch. Although, relying on her status as a 'Hourai person,' she would be fine even if she didn't eat, drink, or sleep, unfortunately, at this moment, she is not the 'Kaguya-hime' worshipped by everyone but merely the daughter of two ordinary elderly people...
'I've finished looking at the things. When will that man come to bring new stuff?'
Kaguya Houraisan, who was starting to feel bored again, simply kept swiping within the pages until her curiosity led her to click on a 'game' and start...