July 21, 2023 (Earth Calendar)

Komoe's apartment

By the time Melarue and BD-2 had came back, they learned that Komoe had completely forgotten about the previous conversation, or at the very least pretended to not remember. Regardless, No one was going to question it. She offered to house Touma and Index for the time being until the whole ordeal could be sorted out. The young Elf offered to help the little teacher in preparing dinner, in which she accepted.

Melarue: Did I miss anything when I was out?

She asked, while chopping the vegetables.

Komoe: Not much. We were just getting to know Index more.

She answers to her, washing the rice.

Melarue: Really now?

She wonders, looking towards the other room. Seeing the silver hair nun and the boy she's has an interest in, having a lovely discussion of some sort. The thought of her being close to the high schooler made her blush and aroused for some reason.

Melarue: You know for a teacher, that sure was a sneaky move you pulled. Pretending to forget about reporting us to the governing board on Index being a illegal immigrant.

She pointed out, looking at the short teacher.

The pink hair woman stopped what she was doing, and looked at the Elf.

Komoe: True, I did pretend to forget. But I am still a responsible adult, even if I'm doing it the way no one wants me to take. You and your friend are really good people, especially considering that you're an Elf.

She smiles.

Melarue: You know about that?

She asked, surprised.

Komoe: Yes. But don't worry, your secrets safe with us.

She says, giving her a warm smile.

The young Elf smiles, knowing that she's someone she can trust. Melarue decided now was the time to tell her new friends the truth about her and her fellow Jedi. After the two of them finished preparing dinner, everyone was enjoying the food they made, while Melarue told everyone about herself.

Meanwhile...

Stiyl Magnus was still sitting on the rooftop, observing everyone enjoying their dinner. He smokes a cigarette, seeing how Index is enjoying herself. Even knowing that his aunt is watching over her.

Stiyl: (sighed) She's the same as ever.

He says to himself, with a small smile.

The Fire sorcerer heard something behind him, causing him to turn his head slightly to see his partner returning with some takeout. To be more specific, food from Big Belly Burger, and with bottles of water. She was a 18 year old girl with long black hair tied up in a ponytail that reaches her hips. She wears a short white T-shirt tied into a knot at the bottom, revealing her belly button; her jeans have one pantsleg cut off to be very short. She uses a two-meter-long nodachi called "Shichiten Shichitou" as her weapon. One surprising feature about her is that she has some noticeable assets.

Stiyl: It would appear that you brought dinner, Kanzaki.

He says, with his signature Stoic face.

Kaori: Well I figured that you would be here, again. Here, I got you whatever was the cheapest.

She told him, sitting next to him with the food.

Stiyl: It's fine. At least there's food.

He says, taking the burger the girl gave him out of the wrapper, taking his used cigarette out to set it down on a Ashtray, and begun to devour the burger.

Stiyl: (thoughts) I hope you know what you're doing, Aunt Komoe.

He thought to himself, worried about his aunt.

July 22, 2023 (Earth Calendar)

Judgement 177th Branch

After waking up from the best sleepover ever, keeping a secret investigation from Mikoto, and another day of mourning classes Kai, Melarue, and Saten join Mikou in going to the Judgment office to hang out.

Ruiko: You'll never believe it. The shortcut I always take was closed for construction, so it turned into a one way street, and Kai and I ended up back where we started!

She says out loud, frustrated.

Kai: So I had to carry her the rest of the way, in my arm. And I'm exhausted already!

He pointed out, laying on the couch.

Melarue: I tried to tell you that I could've done it, but you don't listen to me.

She says, eating some Pocky.

Ruiko: Man, I'm thirsty. I'm stealing some juice.

She announced, opening up the refrigerator for something to drink.

Konori: Go ahead...

She sighed, then notices that Mikoto laying her head on the table, looking miserable.

Konori: What's wrong, Misaka? You look kind of exhausted.

She asked in concern. The Ace of Tokiwadai looked at the high schooler and simply sighed.

Mikoto: Well... Sorry to be a bother... I just feel kind of safer here...The security here is nice and tight.

She yawns, feeling very comfortable for the moment.

Ruiko: Misaka, do you want Coconut Cider or Condensed Soy Milk?

She asked, looking at the different drinks in the fridge.

After taking out a couple of juices, sodas, and getting a bag of animal crackers, everyone went to the table to enjoy a little snack. The electromaster of the group realize that two people didn't show up.

Mikoto: By the way, where are Kuroko and Uiharu today?

She asked the judgement chief, and she drinks some milk from a juice box. The Level Zero chews on a cracker cutely, as she listens.

Konori: They're on patrol. I think they're going straight home after that.

She simply answers, not wanting to tell the real reason.

Mikoto: I see...

She says, looking depressed.

Everyone was sad that she was getting upset because of the rumor. The four friends looked at each other, wondering what to do.

Konori: Oh, yeah! My shift is almost over, so why don't we go refresh ourselves!

She suggested to everyone, peaking the perverted Elf interest.

Ruiko: R-Refresh?

She wonders, surprised.

The girl in glasses smiled, as she stands up.

Konori: I'll teach you my special stress reliever.

She told them.

Mikoto: Stress reliever?

She asked, curiously.

Melarue: What that might be?

She wanted to know, as her eyes sparkled.

Konori smiles, knowing her friends will enjoy this.

Konori: That would be...

She says, making a quick pose. Everyone was suddenly looking at a Edo-style building.

Konori: This!

She announced.

The rest of the group looks up at the building in awe. They all know that the place they're at is a bathhouse. Everyone followed her in, but had to be separated because of the regulations. So the sole male of the group enters the mens side, while everyone else went to the ladies. Kai quickly gave Uiharu a update on what they were doing. She was glad, and told him they'll let them know if they found anything out. With that said and done, they all decided to enjoy a nice soak.

Melarue: Finally! Now this is how you take a bath!

She moaned out, as her bosom floats to the surface of the water. Ruiko was simply having her legs in the water, with a towel wrapped around her hair. Konori had her glasses off and her elbows on the edge of the tub. Mikoto simply was sitting still in the water.

Konori: Well? Aren't early baths the best?

She asked, relaxing in the water.

Ruiko: It's definitely very relaxing. Right, love?

She called out to her boyfriend.

Kai: Sure is.

He says, even though he's embarrassed right now. Because he is in a public place with naked women on the other side.

The princess smiles hearing this.

Ruiko: At this time of day, people are still at school or cram school, so we have the whole place to ourselves.

She says, smiling.

Mikoto: I guess that's only because we're in Academy City.

She added, curled up into a ball.

Konori: Misaka, you don't have to be curled up like that. It's fine, you're still growing.

She told her, as the Ace of Tokiwadai feels self-conscious about her breasts.

Kai: Relax, Misaka. I'm sure you'll get a growth spurt in no time. But make sure you don't have Mel's fun bags.

He expressed his opinion.

Melarue: Hey!

She says, feeling insulted.

Mikoto: Huh?! That's not it?! Well, maybe a little...But right now, I just feel calmer like this...

She says, still feeling down for some reason.

Ruiko doesn't like her friend feeling down. So she offers a friendly gesture to her, by gently washing her back, and assures Mikoto that she need not worry because she is there behind her.

Mikoto: Thanks, Saten. I needed that.

She says, cheering up.

To be continued...