Lancer is undoubtedly an old hand (self-proclaimed), but that's relatively speaking.
How long has it been since he last played a game?
2 years? Or was it 3 years? Lancer has forgotten.
Although he doesn't dislike the self who wields a long spear, after all, it is because of his passion that he has been able to persist, but occasionally stopping to play games and relax seems... not bad?
"Ah~ You lost again. Lancer, are you capable?"
"How can a man say he's incapable!"
Facing Kaguya Houraisan retort, Lancer naturally responded without hesitation. Then, one could see his thick fingers sliding down continuously, and Lancer, who was staring intently, slowly released his finger ——————
'YOU LOSE'
The captions appearing on the screen mercilessly shattered Lancer last shred of hope. He had been stuck on this level for almost half an hour, trying no less than 50 times, but still couldn't pass it. Needless to say, Lancer had encountered something that all gamers inevitably encounter —————— getting stuck.
The originally quiet room suddenly became even quieter...
It wasn't until a few seconds later that Lancer took a deep breath.
"I'm sorry, I'm incapable..."
Lancer felt quite embarrassed. To think that he, who used to be a big shot sitting with four others at the internet cafe, always taking the carry position, was humbled by a small game. This undoubtedly made him feel very humiliated.
'No, I must regain my face.'
However, Lancer was actually unaware that Kaguya Houraisan, who had been bracing herself with both hands since the beginning, had no intention of underestimating Lancer. After all, before getting stuck, Lancer had broken through levels one after another, clearing more than ten levels consecutively. And just like all children, they don't understand what a 'pro gamer' is. They only know that the game in front of them is impressive, and the person playing the game has better skills than them, so that person is a master. Kaguya Houraisan was pretty much in this situation.
In her view, Lancer was undoubtedly a master, but there was nothing to be done about getting stuck. She was simply considering trying it slowly herself later. But right at this moment, Lancer took out a projector and then took out a console.
"I'm not very good at this one. Come on, Kaguya, let me show you what a true master is!"
The little bird game tests calculation ability and luck, but the cartridge Lancer took out now truly tests skill.
'Raiden' (A classic shoot 'em up game)
As a game Lancer played on his Subor (Famiclone) when he was little, Lancer was extremely familiar with it. Coupled with his super strong reaction ability gained from spear practice and the excellent dynamic vision brought by his Eagle Eye.
It can be said that Lancer is incredibly confident right now!
This time, Lancer truly showed Kaguya Houraisan what a 'pro gamer' is.
With almost perfect grazing ability, and because Lancer poured all his focus into 'wiping away his shame,' he actually achieved an astonishing 'one-credit clear' in this game. He couldn't have done this before.
"Hoo~"
When the ending animation appeared on the wall, Lancer couldn't help but exhale heavily.
In his opinion, his performance this time was incredibly 'perfect.'
As expected, Kaguya Houraisan was looking at Lancer with adoration at this moment. People who didn't understand might not feel anything, but Kaguya Houraisan, who participated as 2P throughout the process, knew just how much of a bug it was for Lancer to achieve a one-credit clear. After all, she could only play for a while at the start of a new level when she resurrected, and then had to put down the controller and watch after running out of lives.
"That's truly amazing~"
After uttering a quiet exclamation, she glanced at the window with a hint of tiredness. Because Lancer was in the zone, the two of them essentially gamed all night. Having gone two consecutive days without sleep, she also felt a little uncomfortable. After all, being a Hourai person just prevents her from dying; it doesn't mean she is immune to fatigue.
And seeing Kaguya Houraisan start yawning, Lancer also looked a bit awkward. He was in the zone last night, or rather, he got a bit competitive, which led him to drag the other party into playing all night.
"Cough cough~ I should also leave. You should get some rest soon."
Lancer didn't know that Kaguya-hime was a so-called 'Hourai person.' In their recent interactions, he hadn't noticed any difference between her and ordinary people. At least, he hadn't found that she possessed any special abilities. The only thing that reminded him of her 'Celestial Maiden' status was the occasional strange sensation flashing in the shadows.
And he wondered if it was his misconception, but did this feeling seem less frequent in the past two days?
However, just as he grabbed the console and prepared to put it away, he found a pair of hands already resting on the console. Lancer, slightly turning his head, saw a girl who was a little tired but full of 'persistence.'
For some reason, Lancer felt as if he saw a reflection of his past self in the other party. When his Famiclone was locked in the basement by his father back then, his reaction and Kaguya Houraisan expression were quite similar.
That feeling of clearly knowing one shouldn't obstruct, but unconsciously blocking the other party's path, that expression of embarrassment and stubbornness, were practically identical.
Lancer just sighed helplessly at this but didn't forcibly snatch them away. After all, he is not her father now, and his goal is also to build a good relationship with the other party. Although he has the system for prompts, people are not games, and the so-called affection value can also decrease.
"Miss Kaguya, although I feel it's unnecessary to remind you, I expect Fujiwara no Fuhito and the others will definitely come again this morning. What do you think they will feel when they see the room in this state?"
The room in this state?
Projector X1, specialized ice block serving as a screen X1, a console provided by Lancer as a friendship gift, controllers X2, Soda X???
There is no doubt that the room at this moment is quite 'bizarre,' an existence that should be completely parallel to 'Kaguya-hime.'
Although Kaguya Houraisan was acting strangely because of the 'game,' she hadn't forgotten her identity as the 'Princess of the Moon Capital.' Such a messy room couldn't be seen by others. If it were seen, it would simply disgrace her family.
After hesitating for several seconds, she finally let go with a face full of reluctance. Looking at her reluctant eyes, Lancer rubbed his head in frustration.
"There's no need to show that kind of expression, right? I'll bring it to you tonight..."
"!!!"
Kaguya Houraisan, with a face full of surprise, was instantly fully revived.
And Lancer didn't pay too much attention to the other party's reaction. In his view, this was probably the normal reaction that 'ancients' should show when seeing 'future items,' right?
It can be said that Lancer at this moment had no idea what kind of result his seemingly casual action would eventually lead to.