The World Only the Girls Know: A Sorrel's Teasing

Chapter 13: Where A God Can be Human

Author's Note: Sister Fic of the Azalea Side

Characters from the Light Novels and Manga will be included as well.

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Original Title: The World Only God Knows / 神のみぞ知るセカイ

Original Concept by Tamiki Wakaki

Written by: wrathie

Author's Notes: This is a turning point, even for me, yo.

R&R and I'll be happy!

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'And I'm sorry… for saying such horrible things to you…'

Her words made Elsi blink before smiling to herself. Looks likes she was wrong, it was alright to be wrong too… that is why life is so surprising right?

She had no idea why Minami thanked her Kami-onii-sama despite the flaws he had. Even though he had not fully considered the 'capture targets' to act out of 'character' that he had labeled them as, she had to admit that he did indeed warm up to them as the capture progresses.

Whatever that he did, he did still influence their life for the better.

She does not necessarily like how her Kami-Onii-sama is living his life, shunning the world and instead isolating himself when there are so many things in the world to experience.

But she has to grudgingly admit that without his expertise and experience in the field, he would not be able to capture so many girls so easily.

He had the grasp on what they lack in the world, the key thing to pull them from the deep funk that had enveloped their lives.

All this, due to his experience in playing those 'games' of his.

She could not dispute that and she was thankful for that too… after all, without him, the girls that they had captured before would have had their lives in danger if the weiss got stronger.

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Thus, after careful consideration, she decided that it was not much of a surprise if Ikoma Minami was to forgive him as soon as she had reflected on what he had done for her.

He has touched her heart, taught her things that she would not have known before meeting him and most importantly, even though had left her life, had given her a new lease of life to pursue.

He had not promised to be with her, but did she not get stronger because he left her?

Was she not able to live her life better she remembered his words and wanted to find him again?

That was why she became stronger, more able and willing to take on the things that she deemed as impossible… all of that, she has to thank Katsuragi Keima.

She did not know him fully, she could not simply dismiss him so simply like that…

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But at least, that was what Elsi thought, she had no idea how Ikoma Minami really felt about him and why she had apologized to him.

All she knew was that, she had forgiven him. That was all that is needed after all.

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'Minami…'

Accepting her hand, he told her to rest while carrying her with his hands instead of letting her rest on Elsi's lap. Everything had gone out of control ever since she rejected her, his confidence had being shattered and it will take some time for him to take stock of the situation.

The Capturing God had in a sense, being dragged down from his pedestal by this young girl. She had defied all odds, defied the predictions of God and sent him into a spiral that he would find hard to recover from.

Would the self-doubts affect him? Or will his self-confidence just shrug this incident away as easily and abruptly as it had come?

Gently getting up while holding her princess-style, his hands supporting her neck while holding her legs, he slowly made his way to the infirmary with Elsi in tow, almost like carrying his bride away while Minami simply said she wanted to rest for a moment.

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The way there was long and arduous for him as he had to go through his confused thoughts, analyze what had happened in front of him rationally and without his mind being influenced by his own emotions.

He wanted to deny that he was shaking, that he was dying to run from this place and leave her alone here with Elsi.

He wished he could deny that he did not simply wished for her to blame him now instead of thanking him.

He had neither the wish nor the intention to admit that yes, a girl had gotten the best of him mentally.

He had lost the mental edge in this 'encounter', who ever knew that she could deliver such a sucker punch to the Capturing God and scored huge points for him here.

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At least that was true, till he stepped out of the building when he bumped into the person that would not let him go.

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'There you are!'

Pointing a finger at the trio that just stepped out of the swimming complex, a certain 'tsundere'(?) devil scowled when she saw how he was carrying Minami in his arms, or perhaps she noticed that Minami was taking the liberty to snuggle closer to him while he was not noticing.

'I thought I'll never find you! You were with your sister?'

Pretending that she did not spot Minami, she pointed at Minami when they got close and she squatted down to have a closer look at her face.

'Neh, Keima… who is this? Your junior?'

Watching in satisfaction as Minami wriggled uncomfortably as she looked up at her with confusion. She was obviously unsure what to make of this new girl that had appeared in front of her and Keima.

She must have believed that she had broken through to him and achieved victory, so who is this new girl who is talking to him in such a casual and confident tone as if she was very close to him.

'I never knew you were so close to your Juniors, Keima… you sure like taking care of the opposite sex hmm?'

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Adding an edge in her voice to symbol that she was getting a little upset at that, Haqua du lot Herminium smiled brightly when Keima interrupted her and told her to not disturb her.

'Please, Haqua… she needs some rest.'

'Oh? Did you hurt someone again… it's like I said, Keima. I know you like poking your nose in and helping people in need, but you have to be… a little more considerate to me too.'

Flashing a smile at Minami, Haqua took the initiative and cruelly, with no hesitation at all, shattered Ikoma Minami's world the second time that day by introducing herself.

'Nice to meet you, I'm sure that you have been under the care of Keima for some time. It's a pity I didn't know you, you're such a cute girl. My name is Haqua Du Lot Herminium and I'm his fiancée.'

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Paying no heed to the possible implications, Katsuragi Keima was unable to stop Haqua from dropping the bombshell to Minami but the moment he realized that, he realized that it was a mistake as well.

If he was to really distance himself from her, this was probably the best and most efficient way to carry it out and to attempt to sever all ties by introducing a competitor she cannot hope to defeat.

The only thing holding him back was of his personal attachment to Minami, he was aware that Haqua does not have a problem with executing this 'plan' if it was her intention at all and he shivered at her determination and ruthlessness.

She was really a devil after all and he grudgingly applauded him in his mind as well as worriedly looked down at Minami, who had froze the moment she had absorbed the news.

How would she react? Would the gap in her heart widen again from that proclamation from her?

As he had been afraid of, Minami turned to look at him stiffly and he immediately looked away guiltily without thinking about it and it seemed to seal the deal on Minami as she took a deep breath and then sighed.

'M-…my name is Ikoma Minami. I have been in Katsuragi-sempai's care for a long time. It is nice to meet you… But I have not heard of Katsuragi-senpai having a fiancée before…'

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She seemed to be still skeptical and Keima relaxed a little at her not going full 'yandere' on him just yet. Looking back to Elsi meaningfully, he hoped that Elsi would help him out here and to his relief, she did just that by separating the two girls who were smiling at each other too 'nicely', a fake smile plastered on both their faces as they stared at each other unflinchingly.

'Ano… I think it will be good of Minami-chan goes to the infirmary now… I'll bring her there… can you walk now, Minami-chan?'

Helping her up, Elsi pulled the protesting Minami with her and led her away while leaving Keima alone with Haqua, waving goodbye to her with that same fake smile.

The moment she was out of sight, Haqua's eyes narrowed and she spun around to grab Keima by the collar again and pulled him close to her face without any hesitation at all.

'… you sure seem to know some interesting personalities, Katsuragi.'

She cut straight to the chase and she released him when she noticed how haggard the poor boy was and she backed off, giving him some room while she stayed by her side.

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'Haqua.'

'… Yes, Keima?'

Answering after a pause, Haqua turned to face the Capturing God and she was a little surprised at how his eyes seemed different than what she had remembered them to be.

She knew him to be an arrogant and stuck up jerk, but that was his part of his charm, especially the confident look in his eyes that made her believe in him no matter what he did.

That spark, that singular thing that he possess that others did not was the reason that she, Haqua did sort of liked him in some way.

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But now, that spark was missing and was replaced with a clouded and confused hue in his normally brilliant eyes. This was not the Keima that she knew and respected.

'… Thank you.'

Thanking him in a tired tone, Katsuragi Keima took his leave, brushing pass the shocked Haqua who had not heard him thank her in like, ever! She was so shocked that she did not give chase after him till it was too late and when he was out of sight.

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The world is changing, the game is changing.

The God is changing, but most importantly, the girls are changing too.

Everything is changing in this world.

The rules will be rewrote, the chapters will be rewritten… The Encounters will change, the events and the flags triggered will change.

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But will the Ending Change?

Will the God's decision change?

Will the Girl's hearts and wishes change?

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It was a long night for Keima, made worst when Elsi did not return that day too. Even Mari, who normally knew and allowed Keima his own personal space and privacy, sensed something was hanging over his head like a cloud.

It was hard not to be bothered by the fact that he had failed so miserably. But it was harder to quash down the feelings that he now felt for Ikoma Minami.

She had done her job beautifully, he was feeling butterflies in his stomach every moment he remembered her face, that pale face that he had just pulled out of the pool still calling out his name.

If he had not 'liked' Ikoma Minami before this, he certainly was more aware of her now. Those feelings were stronger than ever and they were affecting him severely.

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'Keima.'

Looking up to see her mother looking at him in concern, she passed him a cup of water before leaning down to kiss him on the forehead.

'Elsi just called, she will be spending the night with a friend of hers… She told me to tell you not to worry…'

She hovered over him anxiously till he finished his drink and she took it from him before whispering to him again, this time with a sad smile that showed how worried she was for him.

'Keima, if you need to talk… Mum is always here for you…'

Running a hand through his hair, a first in many years and for a wonder Keima did not push her hand away and simply nodded his head.

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Katsuragi Mari knew that her son was changing, she was just unsure whether it was for the better or for the worst. She had been unsure how to make of her son for a long time…

He was a genius and very good in his studies, but his lack of a personal circle and communication skills made her worry.

What was even more troubling was that he seemed to have no interest in communicating with others as well. That, out of all his flaws was one that made her the most upset about.

But she had since given up on trying to understand him, as it would only put strains on their relationship.

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Still, she was happy that Elsi had arrived into their lives as she was the one who made Keima open up a little. Even if she had her reservations about that adorable girl in the first place, now she was part of her family and she was indebted to her for filling the gap in her heart that had been there since her husband left overseas due to work commitments.

She was sure that Elsi was important to Keima too as he had been protective over his little sister in many occasions.

But now, Elsi was not around when Keima needed her the most…

Or was it that she simply choose it that way, to let Keima sort this dilemma out by himself?

Whatever the reason, she wanted him to know that she was there to help him, if there was the time that he needed it.

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'Alright, Keima?'

She repeated again before leaving the confused boy in the living room by himself.

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'…'

Left to her own devices after she had stomped out of the room, Fuse Aoba was currently resting in her own room, totally unaware of all the conflicting feelings going through the mind of the boy she had declared a 'war' for.

She had been surprised by Haqua's appearance and her archetype twice in two days and she was determined not to be taken down by such a… laughable and predictable 'character archetype'.

After all, the girls who have a prior relationship with the main protagonist was usually outdone by a transfer student!

'… she is a transfer student…'

Correction! The girls who transfer in will always…

'… be the main heroine of the whole story.'

Putting down her PFP in frustration, Aoba had to give Haqua credit for her 'setup' in this story and she lied down back on her bed, reaching a lonely hand towards the ceiling, symbolizing the fact that she was reaching for something that was out of her reach at the moment.

She was still unable to come close to him, even if she had shattered his self-confidence during the day.

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It was precisely that same assault on Keima carried out by Aoba and Minami that had dragged the once invulnerable Capturing God to the same levels as a normal human.

She did not know that he was now at his most 'vulnerable', anyone who offered him a bit of solace would possibly be the one person that would be the closest to him.

Fuse Aoba, as bright as she is, did not believe in the seemingly impossible feat that had been achieved by the most normal of all girls.

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A feat that was now taken advantage of by the Devil herself, Haqua du lot Herminium as she slipped into Keima's room and took a long and suffering sigh at him.

'Neh… Keima… I'm sorry for doing this…'

Author's Notes: I think I'm getting a little too devious with Haqua as well, I picture her to be ruthless if she makes up her mind to be that way after all.