Hi everyone! So here's something different than what I usually do. First off, I'm uploading this under my name, but this isn't my story. Not by far.
This is actually a translation of the fic "Harem", originally written by the wonderfully talented Soy Sierra. I'm translating it to English from its original Spanish with her permission. Show her some love and support by checking out her other stories as well!
[About: Because this work isn't mine, I'm just going to give a very brief description on what it's about. It's a slight AU of Juuni Taisen, mainly centering around Toshiko, warrior of the Boar, focusing on the 12th path of Nezumi (in which the wish is for a harem).]
In regards to my role in this, I shall simply be translating everything (including the cute little author's notes) in its entirety. I will be doing my absolute best to translate it as accurately and effectively as possible.
As usual, I apologize for any mistakes, but I sincerely hope you enjoy this small treat!
And much thanks again to Soy Sierra (many hugs and kisses to you)!
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Disclaimer: Nothing from the Juuni Taisen universe belongs to me. I do not make money with this fic.
Chapter 1: What is wrong with this guy?
The huge blades were about to pierce her chest. Her body was being immobilized by the decapitated Snake, her weapons beyond her reach…
She had to give him credit. Despite his extravagant and foolish appearance, the warrior of the Rabbit had played his cards well. He was a necromancer and the unexpected participation of his "friend", how he referred to the moving corpse he had created as, had made the situation more difficult. She had been too confident in her abilities, which caused her to underestimate him. It was a terrible error. Now she was trapped, and about to become another "friend".
"Why do you want friends when you can have a harem?!"
The question was the only thing that occurred to her in this desperate situation.
"Oh?"
Usagi stopped a few feet away. His bloody blades so close to her face, distracted her from her objective. She forced herself to calm down and took a deep breath before speaking. She opted for an unworried tone, feigning a confidence she didn't have. She isn't the warrior of the Boar for nothing.
"My dream is to have a harem. A harem is much better than having friends... You can have all the lovers you want, they can live with you, they can do what you want…"
Words weren't her strongest weapon on the battlefield. In fact, the times when she had to speak to an opponent were rare. And yet, in a situation as devastating as the one she currently found herself in, she had to take whatever method possible that would bring her to freedom.
"But that doesn't sound too different from what my friends do…" The Rabbit moved dangerously close to her face. His blades rose again and she could almost see her reflection in them.
Dammit! She had to be careful when choosing her words. She wouldn't have more opportunities with this subject. She had to take desperate measures.
"Well, that's true–" She forced on a smile "–But I'm sure there are things your friends can't do, for example…"
Her mouth crashed against his in a careless kiss. She felt a sting of pain forming in her lower lip. The necromancer's sharp teeth had cut it, but it didn't intimidate her. She had to make the situation pleasant. Her tongue searched for his in a frenzy. The Rabbit, however, didn't show any signs of following her game. He didn't respond to her in any way and soon pulled himself away before she could accomplish anything else. She tried to follow him, but the Snake's firm grip didn't allow it.
Usagi moved back a few steps. For a few seconds his expression displayed nothing. Until, soon, he grasped both blades in one hand.
Toshiko felt a string of blood form on her injured lip. She knew she was finished when she saw him maneuver his blades.
She closed her eyes, preparing herself for the moment the steel pierced her skin. However, moments passed and nothing happened. She opened her eyes by instinct. If she hadn't been fearing for her life, the scene in front of her would have made her smile.
The warrior of the Rabbit— the macabre necromancer, the unstable psychopath— had a hand to his lips, a light blush across his face as he observed her with an innocent gaze, giving the impression that he had just experienced his first kiss.
"Bravo!" Duodecuple clapped at the image of the warriors presented on the screen. "An unexpected move from the warrior of the Rabbit and an unorthodox but efficient outlet for the Boar. My dear viewers, this Juuni Taisen promises to be full of surprises!"
With a deep satisfaction, the event's organizer watched as the viewers' animated avatars raised their bets to see how long the unexpected alliance would last.
She had been given her freedom and now closely followed the Rabbit's steps. She had been able to pick up her weapons, which gave her a major sense of security.
It's just a sensation, she told herself. She was well aware of the Snake's presence behind her and the necromancer's speed. If she wanted to liberate herself from them both, then she would have to be astute. She had to take great advantage of the situation…
"Ouch!"
One of her heels had gotten trapped in the rubble from the upper floor. She gave a low curse— she had loved those shoes, they had cost a lot… It was definitely not her day.
"Oh! Let me help you!" As if the situation they had moments ago had been forgotten, the man had stopped and was now next to her, focused on liberating her foot from the hole where it had gotten caught in.
What is wrong with this guy? She asked herself, watching as he moved the rocky slab.
"There you go! Although I think it got damaged a little… Oh!" The Boar's weapon was suddenly mere centimeters away from his head.
One shot. Just one shot and she would blow his brains out with ease. It was impossible to miss at this distance…
"Did you see someone else?" The Rabbit asked, glancing from one side to the other. "We could invite them to our harem…"
The question took her by surprise. Did this moron not realize she was pointing her gun directly at him? Had he really believed that harem garbage? And what was worse, did he really believe she now belonged to him?
Idiot. You got distracted, and now your opportunity has been lost. She could almost hear her father reprimanding her. She had lost sight of the Snake and now had no way of taking the Rabbit by surprise. She forced another smile on her face.
"I'm sorry, I thought I heard something," she said, and carefully moved through the rubble. The heel of her shoe was broken. She would have to go barefoot now. How annoying.
"Here." A pair of red stilettos were placed in front of her. "You can use mine, if you want."
She had no idea what angered her more. Having missed her opportunity to take him out, or having her pride injured by being at the mercy of someone as ridiculous as the Rabbit, or that said ridiculous person had a terrible taste in shoes…
"Do not worry," she said, rejecting his offer with elegance. "In any case, they would be too big for me."
Seriously, what was wrong with this guy?
To be continued…
Author's note: Well, I finally got the motivation to publish something on this pairing. I think it's the first UsagixToshiko fic that anyone has written and probably no one will read it. But oh well! I enjoy writing it and in the end, that's the important thing. If any other soul also enjoys it, you know reviews and support are welcomed! Thank you!
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So there's the first chapter! Once again, this is not my fic; it belongs to Soy Sierra. I am only translating it into English because it's just that awesome. Please, check out her other stories; there are some Spanish ones but she's translated some into English. Seriously, she's great!
As for me, I shall see you all later :)
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