Last Chapter - The CPUs Assembled Inside Aurora's Basilicom

Skull: I disappeared again. I had no classes all week so I took the break.

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Italics represent Rouge's thoughts.

Rouge's POV

Dengekiko and Famitsu then told us about how they wanted us in to all be in a single article. They had already selected the Quest for us and any question we asked they were able to answer without flaw. We all ultimately agreed and the reporters were happy to hear it.

This could be what I need...

You see, ever since I became... "involved" with the CPUs, I feel as if I have neglected my sister. In fact, the only times I remember conversing with her is when the interaction would benefit me. I wanted that to change, so I decided that while I would still communicate with my fellow CPUs during the Quest, I would make her my main priority. After all, I was curious to see how much she's grown as both a person and a goddess. I look over and I see Uni thanking Famitsu for the great article about them. Famitsu told her about the follow up article and Uni lit up.

"Awesome! Count me in! I'd give anything to see my big sister in action, up close and personal!"

Noire smirks, "If you want to see how great I am, you'd better try and keep up with me."

Some things never change.

Every pair of sisters throws in their comments about the new article concept. Once Neptune and Nepgear walk away, Nessui and I approach Famitsu.

Nessui jumps up and down with joy, "An article with sis?! This gotta be a dream! Ahahaha!"

I place my hand on top of her head to calm her down, "Believe it. We're going to be in article together, so let's try our very best!"

Nessui looks up at me and beams, "Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah! I've been working my butt off just to catch up to you, Rougey!"

"Catch up to me? Hmmm... When's the last time I fought a big threat with you,, Nessui? I know it was Ciel... But that was almost three years ago..."

I look at Famitsu, "Thanks for featuring my sister in an article. I would love to repay you... how about tonight in my room?"

Famitsu leans back, "Uh... no thanks. I'm afraid I'll be very busy."

I feel myself becoming drowned in distress and I hang my head. Damn, she's not an easy one. Soon enough, I learn that Famitsu and Dengekiko are also going to be joining us on this Quest. Knowing people like IF, Compa and I think Savoire counts, I know humans could fight but usually they'd just leave it to the CPUs. I wonder what's up...

"What's amazing is that we can even power up, similar to your HDD modes." Famitsu says.

"Wow! HDD? I never thought it was possible for humans ta do that, too!" Nessui replies.

I reassure her, "No, Nessui. It's not HDD, but something similar. Hearing that is a relief, I was worried that you two would've gotten hurt during battle."

Famitsu grins, "Ah, don't worry about us. We're ready and willing to fight tooth and nail beside you!"

I give her a nod and I turn to Nessui, "Alright, Lil Rouge! Let's show Gamindustri why all things are better in Red!"

"Yay!"

Some Time Later...

I knock on the door to the room Nessui resides in. I just finished making lunch for Savoire, Nessui and I. Savoire took her food to the Basilicom's library and fell asleep on the table after eating. Somehow, I've just learned to deal with our reliable Oracle sleeping on the job. I knock on the door and the sound coming from Nessui's hardcore drumming halts.

"Lunch is ready." I call through the door.

There's a slight pause before she answers, "OK! Meet ya there, Rougey!"

I never got how the other CPUs have their Oracles cook their food for them. I could never trust Savoire with what goes in my mouth. Knowing her she'd probably lace some drug that would get me to start working hard like I used to. Just thinking about makes me wince. Before I sit down, I place Nessui's helping on her side of the table. I then place mine on my side and I begin digging in. A few minutes later, Nessui joins me at the table and she thanks me for the food. She begins to chow down and I make up some conversation.

"You know, not to sound biased but, compared to the other Candidates, I liked the way you handled the Quest the most. Heck, I couldn't have thought like that on the spot. That probably means that once my time is up, you'll be the better CPU between us."

She gasps, "Nah! Don't say anythin' like, Rougey! I hope that time never ever comes! I could never be the CPU alone!"

"You won't be alone. You'll have Savoire... and the other Candidates! Either way, I'm proud of you. On this next Quest, we'll blast the competition out of the waters."

She snickers, "Not gonna make any perverted comments, Rougey? You're acting out of character!"

"H-Hey! You know I can control myself... Sometimes! That's it, missy! Prepare for the roughest fondling of your life!"

She jumps back, "AHH! Nah... Please, I'm sorry, hehehe!"

I smile and I gulp down my spoonful of hot rice, "We're going to become the top CPUs."

"Top? You're already the top CPU in terms of fans and popularity. You're like an idol, Rougey." She says.

"Aw shucks, Nessui. Then it's settled, hurry up and eat so we can train some more!" I spring out of my seat, put my dishes in the sink and I run out side, getting ready for a fight.

"Right behind ya!" She calls back.

I wonder what the other CPUs are up to. They're probably giving their sisters the talk of the pep as well. Neptune's probably drowning Nepgear in compliments while Nepgear brushes off her hard work. Noire's probably pushing Uni to her limit. The way Uni deals with all of that pushiness scares me sometimes. Blanc is probably trying her best to be nice but is blinded by her sisters' true needs. Sometimes, I wanna take care of Rom and Ram for Blanc. Ugh... but of course since I'm the big scary monster-pervert, Blanc wants me separated from her sisters. And Vert...

Hm... I wonder what Vert's doing. She has no sister...

Vert's probably reading her Boys Love trash... Or maybe she's playing video games... Or maybe she's training all alone. No. Vert is a irresponsible CPU when it comes to things she does alone. Oh! I know! She's probably fawning over some picture Famitsu got of Nessui. Nessui probably looks so cute and Vert's hugging a pillow close to her and blushing her face off. She's planning on taking her and getting her all to herself... But that's not happening. Oh! She's probably planning to come over here and... Wait...

OH SHOOT! NO!

"NESSUI! LOCK THE DOORS TO THE BASILICOM!" I yell.

On that night, Nessui and I huddled in a small corner to ensure her safety. Unfortunately, Vert found her way in through one of the windows and I was forced to watch Nessui and her get lovey dovey until she decided to take her leave.

Next Time! - Why So Many Quests?!

Skull: Thanks a lot, reader! Just by reading this story, you make our day!

Pop: Oh! Don't forget to leave reviews for us to read! Whether it be a funny comment, feedback or a suggestion!

Skull: This was supposed to be a minor series. It was supposed to fill the time between VDR and the Ultra Dimension story.

Rouge: Just use your writing artiste to make the Neptunia dialogue shorter, like you did in this chapter.

Skull: R-Right... I'll try my best!

-Rosemarie "Skull" and Nero "Pop"