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Witch Musume Re:RISE
New World VI - The Bodyguard Gig is Tough for a Mob
12/11/2018 Apartment Residence, Tokyo, Japan Midnight - Clear Sky
Third Person POV
Here in the third floor apartment in the city of Tokyo, inside the room where a young man who appears to be a shut in. However, within his room contains posters of the famous League of Nations Air Forces Aviation Magic Band, Luminous Witches. It was everywhere. From posters, to acrylic stands, to even figures of these Witches. The young man was seen laughing giddily but silently as he was drooling from his mouth as his eyes were darting towards a certain Witch whose name was Eleonore Giovanna Gassion through his phone. To him, her beauty captivated him but he had an unhealthy obsession. He switches tabs that shows that the Luminous Witches are making their return to Tokyo to host yet again another concert as part of their "New Years World Tour". Their previous concert tour was in Berlin, Karlsland. And now, they will be returning back to Tokyo. As for him… he would finally get his chance to find a way to make that Gallian Witch his own.
"Hehehehehe…~" The young man chuckled as his eyes were soulless for some reason but something was clearly wrong with him.
However, he brought out what appears to be a syringe… but that Syringe is meant to extract Witch's Magic from their body and apply it to a non-Witch individual. In other terms… a human being. The terms of Manapsychosis still exist all over the world as it was dangerously rampant. Paris, for example, struggles to deal with the group who have gone Magepsycho in the process. Japan would be the second as Princess Shino had already established the recently formed PSYCHO-TAC led by Tetsuko Wakamoto, which is designed to combat Magepsychos who are under the illness of the Manapsychosis. For him, he didn't care. He always has a deep fascination with how Witches work. They would receive familiars and magic at a young age and would be drafted to be trained in the military. But here in this world, the UN were aware of the whole Child Soldier controversy but they would find the work around with the Witch Corps on how it works in this world. One, Witches who receive their familiar and magic will take education to study the concepts of magic and the world as well as teaching new, young Witches on either flying or fighting boots on the ground. Two, Under this new Draft Law for Witches Act. Witches cannot join the military until the age of 16. However, they're given an option to join various emergency response services at the age of 14. Those who become 16 do have the option to move up to join the military or a police force. Of course, Militaries all around the world have formed separate division units designed for Witches only. And Three, Witches who are at the age of 20 or beyond the age of 20 who are at their end of being a Witch can continue serving the military by transfering into the main army unit separate from the Witch Division units. For example, the JSDF has a division only designed for Witches called the Fuso Unit, named after their previous world's country. If a Witch is at the age of 20 or over, they can either leave or transfer to the main JSDF unit that consists of human soldiers. Of course, the reintegration training program exists for Witches who are transferring. However, there are some rare cases that Witches can still use magic over at the age of 20. Of course, it is considered 1 out of 1,000,000 in the world for that to happen. The only Witches in the world that can keep going with their familiar and magic are two, apparently… Adolfine Galland from Karlsland and Elizabeth Frederica Beurling from Faraway Land… or called Canada in this world. It is unknown and yet, mysterious how they can maintain it at their age. But back on the topic, the young man continues to chuckle as he begins to talk to himself.
"Soon… Soon, Eleonore…" The young man said to himself as he was joyed that they're coming back to Tokyo. "Once I meet you… you will be mine… forever…~ Hehehehe…~"
And so, he decides to turn off his phone as the room is enveloped in darkness… Thus, he will wait until the time comes.
OPENING - The Peak by SEKAI NO OWARI [Dave Does Music ENG Cover Ver.] (One Piece)
*Theme plays*
The theme starts with the scene as it shows Keiwa who was seen standing on the airstrip of the 503rd JFW base as the sun begins to rise in the morning as Konbei was with him as the breeze blows through the air.
Taking in the weakness as my ally
Will get me higher than anyone could think to fly
Can't linger here because whatever's lost
Cannot regain their spark, you've got to be strong, you must move on
But there are times when I just cannot find you
Just like my heart, you drift into the darkness of the night
Can feel your kindness or your strength no more
So what to do, still gotta find you, and bring back the light
The scene starts to show Yoshika Miyafuji and Hattori Shizuka as they were walking down the streets of Yokosuka's market as Ichigo Kazuraba was leading them there. Next starts to show Alain Lebled and Perrine Clostermann as they were seen inside the office as Lynette Bishop was providing them tea as Perrine looked outside of the window. Next scene then shows Francesca Lucchini was seen happily walking down the streets in Venice with the Ardor Witches' Red Pants Units. Next then shows Matt and Shirley who were seen in the hangar as they were repairing the P-51D Mustang back at their base. Then next shows Aulis Juutilainen who was seen with Eila as they were helping the civilians in dealing with the blizzard in Helsinki. Next shows Sanya Litvyak who was seen flying alone in the night under the moonlight. Next shows Gertrud who was seen drinking coffee to look outside the window with Jered to see Hanna chasing down Erica as Gertrud sighed and Jered laughed. Then the next scene shows Minna walking with Richard as she was holding Ann while she was holding Klaus' hand as they were walking down the streets of Vienna.
And now I'm sure, I know
The break of dawn is where I'll go
Then the next scene shows Keiwa who was seen drowning underwater until Adolfine and Tomoko were seen diving to reach his hands. Keiwa then opened his eyes as he would proceed to take their hands as it shows the split second of the antagonists of Princess Shino, Zachery Goose, and Chris Keera.
For the highest point is what I will seek
Running through, never stopping on the way to The Peak, yeah
Even though you're numb, you can't help but laugh
'cause it looks like all the pain you felt before is in the past, it seems
Here I stand I'm ready to face the world
Doesn't matter if my legs are quivering, my flag's unfurled, yeah
I'll keep on going, just a little bit more
'cause the moment of awakening, I feel it in my core, right now
The next scene shows Keiwa with Konbei enhancing him as he drew out his katana as he was wrapped in electricity as he falls down from the sky as he pierced through the Neuroi as the core was destroyed as the Witches saw the Neuroi shattering in white flakes. Then the next scene shows Takami Karibuchi flying freely with her Striker Arm as Jane Thatch, Mie Shindou, and Tendou Karibuchi watched her soar. Next shows Tomoko taking part in the film as she was doing stunts. Then the next scene shows Aurora pulling the large wagon as Keiwa, Eihn, and Mio were on it. Then the next scene shows Mio within the middle of the forest as she swings her katana in her stance as she slashes the tree in half. Then the next scene shows Aurora firing her tank cannon from her shoulder as Eihn jumps over her as he slams down his tower shield to create spikes of ice. Then the next scene shows the Typhoon Witches flying through the sky as the view zooms out to show them leaving a cloud on contrails from a far. Then the next scene shows Lukas piloting the Bf-110 G-4 with Heidemarie in the passenger seat as she powers the plane with her magic, soaring through the night sky of Calw. Then the next scene shows Adolfine standing on the top of the Tokyo Skyscraper to look at the view. Then it shows the next scene of Luminous Witches soaring through the blue skies. Then it switches to the scene with everyone present including the 501st Witches as they would join Keiwa as they would stand to join together to see the sunrise. Of course, in front of them is a parallel reflection as it shows the 501st Witches from the previous world looking at them as it created a split screen until the screen transitions to show scenes of the past of the 501st's efforts in liberating Gallia, Venezia, and Berlin along with the character's ambitions as it zooms out from Keiwa's eyes they all looked up at the sky.
It's the time of resurrection, yeah I feel it in my core, right now
And then, the scene transitions shows Keiwa waking up back in his room as he got off his bed as he called Konbei to rest on his neck like a scarf as he would have a smile the moment he leaves as it ends with the picture frame on the table that shows Keiwa, Adolfine, Tomoko, Mio, Aurora, Eihn, and Alexandra along with the Typhoon Witches together at the airbase.
12/12/2018 503rd JFW Base, Shousetsu, Japan Morning - Clear Sky
Background Music | Persona 3 - Joy
First Person POV
God I love mornings. Of course, today's some free time so Alexandra was nice today since we deserve a break from this daily routine training back here at this base. I'm not kidding. This place does not have a gym. Instead, we're pretty much forced to run around the base, so physical exercise… or… have us clean their strikers to prepare their usual daytime patrol. Actually, another Magepsycho situation happened again in Shousetsu. It was some group of criminals who were trying to use Witch Magic to rob stores and the like so we were deployed to deal with them easily and confiscated their syringes containing Witch's Magic. Of course, Alexandra wants them delivered back at base and wants to be used by Witches only should their magic energy get sapped or depleted from exhaustion. It was yesterday so these guys were locked up behind bars in the process. But today? Well… I was lucky enough to get my hands on what these Yeagers call… a Yeager Custom weapon of an MG42. Trude was disgusted by how it looked because I knew those two took the playbook of making cursed weapon modifications and attachments straight out of Vanguard. I was at the outdoor firing range where Huberta was with me to keep watch of me on using this weapon I received. Of course… Huberta is concerned about it. Yet, scared.
"Keiwa…" Huberta continued as I was seen reloading the weapon since it was belt fed. "This is not the MG42 I envisioned…"
"What do you mean by that?" I asked her as she spoke, Of course, she would activate her familiarity and hold the MG42 with ease. Her magic is slowly weakening and all but she held it just fine the moment I saw the actual look of the LMG.
"Everything just feels wrong about what you're carrying… I mean… Do red dots even exist within the World War II time frame?" Huberta asked.
"Well, do you have red dots back in your world?" I asked her as she shook her head.
"We do not." Huberta replied.
"There's your answer. Whatever works should work… I think?" I continued as I held the cursed MG42. "Well either way, you're about to see this in action."
So, proceeded to look down on the red dot the moment I aimed at the target. I gotta thank Huberta for teaching me how to use firearms the first time I joined this small fry platoon. Using the MP-40 is decent but overrated. But I always want to use a LMG even though it's cursed! So who gives a shit? And the moment I pulled the trigger while keeping myself in a stance…
[RATATATATATATATATAT!]
"WHOA! SHIT!" I felt the insane amount of recoil as I instantly let it go as I dropped the weapon on the floor. Of course, Huberta would sigh and pick up the weapon for herself.
"I don't think you're more suited to using this… thing. Light machine guns are meant to be mounted but we Witches can use them with ease. Hence why there is a complete difference between you and I." Huberta explains it to me that involves the difference. I guess she's not wrong in some way. "Here, let me show you how the MG42 is meant to be fired."
The moment she aimed her weapon at the target…
[RATATATAT!]
The flurry of bullets shredded the target as the accuracy was pinpoint at times but proved useful.
"Amazing…" I said in awe. "Can I try?"
"As much as I want to let you do that, perhaps another time. And as for that weapon that those Liberion have massacred… I suppose this will be salvaged for a better reason." Huberta said as she would hold two weapons at once. Of course, she was too kind with that smile and I can respect that. But of course, a large weapon for me isn't for me to use. But one day… I'll master it… somehow.
"There you are, Kaburagi." Alexandra said as we turned around to see her. "You're needed for today's briefing."
"Really now? I was practicing my shots." I said to her as she would raise her brow and proceeded to look at Huberta holding a cursed MG42.
"With that… cursed creation? I saw that you fired it and the recoil backlashes right at you. You are not fit to wield that weapon. You're better off using a pistol or an SMG." Alexandra said as she looked at Huberta. "Bonin, I'll be borrowing him for a moment if you don't mind."
"Then by all means go for it." Huberta said. "After all, I have plans on dismantling… whatever this is."
"Y-You wouldn't- GEEH!?" I shouted till the moment where Alexandra then pulled my ear as she was leading me away. "O-Ow, ow, ow, ow, ow!"
"Forget about it! You're heading to the briefing whether you like it or not!" Alexandra retorted as I was dragged away.
And so, here we are in a smaller briefing room which is for the Typhoon Coffin Platoon only. All of us were in our seats since I had my arms crossed. Mio, Eihn, and Aurora were maintaining Alexandra's attention as she was at the podium table.
Background Music | Persona 5 OST - Alright
"I'm glad that all of you four have taken your time to gather here in this room. Therefore, I'm glad." No shit, Alexandra… you forced me on a whim… "As I said before, you will be split into two groups since today is rather… special day to be exact."
"Two groups?" I asked as she nodded.
"Correct. Two groups. Which is why… I will be assigning Kaburagi and Sakamoto to take the bodyguard job to protect the Luminous Witches who are arriving here in Tokyo. While both Eihn and Juutilainen will deal with the groups of Magepsychos rioting in the streets of Kanazawa." Alexandra explained the whole plan as this caught my attention.
"Hold up!" I continued the moment I stood up. "Luminous Witches? They're here for another concert?"
"As part of their world tour no less, we Witches have seen them perform back in our world and no doubt they'll do it again… Of course… I would mention you being involved in an accident where the Anti-Witch terrorists tossing Nebula-V gas onto unsuspecting crowds back at the Tokyo Dome.
Oh… that… The Tokyo Dome incident. The one where hundreds and thousands of fans were affected by the gas. A few many of us survived but… I couldn't save Tatsumi now that he's dead because of my weakness… I looked down on myself because of my shadow creeping up behind me mentally. A darkness would swirl around my mind whenever I see Tatsumi… Just… go away… why are you even here, Tatsumi? Stop smiling at me…
"Kaburagi? Are you alright?" Mio asked me as I looked at her the moment I snapped back to reality. I sat down and responded.
"I'm fine. It's just those old wounds of mine trying to open themselves." I continued as I looked at Alexandra. "Commander… If I were to assume… they needed extra protection after what happened previously?"
"Indeed…" Alexandra continued. "They're unsure if that'll happen again but rest assured that they're requesting us for their protection is highly needed. Most notably… your stunt back at the Sea of Japan."
"Good thing the Witches still hate me…" I said with a sigh with my arms crossed.
"Don't beat yourself up. You did what had to be done in the end." Aurora said as Eih nodded.
"She's right." Eihn continued. "While you two got yourselves an easy task. While the two of us got ours. Let's hope to do our best, okay?"
"Uh huh… Do we head off right now? Where are they landing, exactly?" I asked her as she spoke.
"Narita International Airport. They'll be landing with their Lancaster they have but rest assured, you two will do your job in protecting them from any potential threats." Alexandra said as I raised my hand.
"Does it include stalkers?" I continued. "Just understand that these Luminous Witches are popular with everyone around the world… more notably Japan when it comes to idol culture itself. You should have seen the previous news that this idol named Ai Yozora was stabbed by a crazy stalker during the midst of the concert performance in Osaka."
"Yes, yes… I'm aware of this country's wild modern culture that we don't understand…" Alexandra continued. "Well enough talking… So get going, everyone-"
"W-Wait!" The voice of Tomoko came in as Alexandra looked at her.
"Hmm? Anabuki? Something wrong?" Alexandra asked her.
"I… I heard about Keiwa-san and Sakamoto-san going to act as a bodyguard for the Luminous Witches, yes?" Tomoko said to her as we looked at her… I wonder what made her act like this.
"That is correct? But aren't you supposed to remain at base-" Alexandra was interrupted.
"Allow me to accompany Keiwa-san! He is my Slave and he'll be my responsibility." Tomoko said to her as she sighed.
"Did you talk to Wing Commander Safonov first…?" Alexandra asked her as she responded.
"I did…" Tomoko replied.
"Very well, I will allow it. I don't like to waste time to start moving out, everyone. As for me, I will remain at this base and focus back on my paperwork…" Alexandra said as she would leave the briefing room as Tomoko approached me.
"Tomoko-san?" I asked her. Why join us?"
"I… I needed to look after you. After what happened during the concert-" I interrupted Tomoko as I spoke.
"I know, Tomoko-san… I know…" I continued. "The past is the past. I'm… over it. Rest assured that I'll be fine, okay?"
"R-Right…" Tomoko said as she looked at me. "Oh yes! I want to talk to you about the updates on the propaganda film I'm in! SHIN Fuso Flash of the Sea is finally out and I was hoping if you want to watch it with me. We could try convincing the Luminous Witches if they're interested."
"Not sure if we have the time. I mean… It's morning, we'll be getting to the airport in an hour by car. So…" I tried to ask her about the travel time but Konbei then appeared out of Tomoko as he acted as her scarf.
"Rest assured, Keiwa. Ojou-sama can use those Witch Carriages to travel there in no time." Konbei informed us. As for Mio…
"Um… what is Konbei saying?" Mio asked.
"Konbei said that he's going through the depression phase after he lost his mate in some shrine forests in Shousetsu." I said to her with a false translation and a shrug. Of course… This ticked off Konbei.
"H-How rude, you uncivilized brute! I don't recall going through this… depression phase you've mentioned! And no! I have no interest in finding a mate!" Konbei retorted as Tomoko became slightly irritated.
"Okay, okay… That's enough, Konbei. Get back inside me already…" Tomoko said as her familiar entered back inside her body. "Anyways, shall we go? We have a spare carriage here and we'll get there in no time with my Strikers.
"Sounds like a good plan. Kaburagi, let us get going." Mio said as we would proceed to leave.
"I know." I replied.
"Good luck protecting these idols, Keiwa." Eihn said to us.
"And make sure none of them gets hurt." Aurora added as I gave them a thumbs up without looking behind. Don't worry… we know what we're doing.
Narita International Airport, Narita, Chiba, Japan Daytime - Clear Sky
Background Music | Persona 3 OST - Changing Seasons
And so, here we are… thanks to Tomoko flying us there through the Sky Road without trouble. On the good side… there was no traffic in the sky so everything's good. We were at the entrance outside of the airport in order to meet the Luminous Witches who traveled here into Japan. And just like that… they were already here. Just the three of us meeting the whole squadron of a musical group. I already know their names and role thanks to some social media page of who they are so it's a no-brainer.
[Grace Maitland Stewart - Manager of Luminous Witches - Liberion]
[Aira Paivikki Linnamaa - Band Leader - Suomus]
[Virginia Robertson - Sergeant - Britannia]
[Shibuya Inori - Sergeant - Fuso]
[Lyudmila Andreyevna Ruslanova - Sergeant - Orussia]
[Eleonore Giovanna Gassion - Sergeant - Gallia]
[Maria Magdalene Dietrich - Flight Sergeant - Karlsland]
[Manaia Matawhaura Hato - Sergeant - New Zeeland]
[Silvie Cariello - Sergeant - Romagna]
[Joanna Elizabeth Stafford - Flight Sergeant - Liberion]
"Welcome, Luminous Witches." I continued. "The names Keiwa Kaburagi of the Typhoon Coffin Platoon. The two with me are Mio Sakamoto and Tomoko Anabuki. We'll be your bodyguards for the time being until your concert performance happens."
"Interesting… The Slave who destroyed a Neuroi, a former member of the famed 501st JFW, and a former member of the 507th JFW. As well as Fuso's star in one film." The woman named Grace said as she pondered about us. "Well either way, I'm sure you'll protect us after what happened during the last concert in Tokyo. But I'm surprised that we would be accompanied by such an unusual bunch such as you."
"I mean… that's us, alright." I continued the moment I looked at the black furball of a bird relaxing on Virginia's head. "And who's that basketball?"
"T-This is Moffy and she's not a basketball!" Virginia stated as she blushed a tiny bit. However, Konbei would appear out of Tomoko as he jumps over to my shoulder to act as a scarf as his tail wraps around me.
"This must be Virginia-sama's familiar… I suppose familiars like us are truly something." Konbei spoke as Tomoko sighed.
"Konbei… make sure you behave this time…" Tomoko informed her familiar as he understands.
"Understood, Ojou-sama. I will be on my best behavior… but perhaps I'm hungry for some chicken by now…" Konbei said as his closed eyes glared at Moffy. Of course… two hate each other now…
"Hey, we can go to LFC later, Konbei." I continued. "Anyways, Grace-san, right? I look forward to looking after you and the girls here."
"Same here, you do your best along with the other two with you. After all, we have a lot of time to explore before the concert happens tonight." Grace said with a kind smile. Of course… I looked at her breasts again as it reminded me of Shirley's… bouncing… bouncing… and more bouncing. "U-Umm… Are you okay?"
"Y-Yes! Apologies… It's just that our trip to Karlsland has always been tiresome for us." I continued. "Surely you heard the news back in that country involving the Neu-Luftwaffe, no?"
"I do." A Karlslandian named Maria spoke. "The famed Wing Commander named Minna has decided to step down from her military life to be with her family. Thus, Gertrud Barkhorn took over as the new Wing Commander after the events at Poznan…"
"Ahh, so you are familiar, then? Good. Now then…" I continued. "Are there any places you like to check out in Tokyo?"
"Sweets! I want sweets!" Manaia spoke cheerfully.
"Not right now." Aira spoke as Manania pouted. "There are some locations I've written out to go in order to make use of the time."
"Aira? There's still enough time. I was thinking about going to the cinemas to check out one of the latest films." Eleonore said as Tomoko spoke as she had sparkles in her eyes in astonishment.
"T-Then… have you seen my latest film I'm in?" Tomoko asked her until…
"What is it?" Eleonore asked.
"SHIN Fuso Flash of the Sea? I starred in that film. Even though it's a remake with some neat effects that the studio production has. You'll like it-" Tomoko was interrupted.
"S-Sorry… never heard of it." Eleonora shot down as this made Tomoko feel defeated.
"H-Hey, Tomoko-san! We'll definitely watch your film once our job's done, okay?" I cheered her up as she nodded weakly.
"Well either way, we have these guys who'll protect us. I just hope no gas would happen during the midst of our performance." Lyudmila spoke as Shibuya spoke as she was saddened as she remembered the whole thing.
"I… I hope not…" Shibuya said with worry… I can understand how they feel after this happened. I can tell that this isn't the first time they experience this kind of human-related deaths that happened during events. Grace then clears her throat as she is here as their manager. I can tell she is a Witch, too… Is she single?
"Ahem…" Grace continued. "Again, we do need to make use of the time. So why not split up into groups? Eleonore, Maria, Aira? Why not go with Mr. Kaburagi over here?"
"I don't see why not? Splitting in groups would be easier that way." Aira said as she and the other two would approach me. "You best look after us, Mr. Hero."
"Hey, I'm not a hero… I'm a side character… a Mob." Yup… I still like being called that way. "Plus, Witches all over the world still hate me after what happened at the Sea of Japan."
"Ahh, that… Hey, we're not those types of Witches who would hate over a guy. We actually respect you, honestly." Eleonore said with praise as I scratched the back of my head.
"Thanks. Your words… are kindly appreciated." I said back to her. I looked at Mio and Tomoko as they have groups now.
Virginia, Shibuya, and Lyudmila are with Mio. Manania, Joanna, and Silvie are with Tomoko. As for Grace…
"I won't be joining either of you but… I can assure you that our meeting place will be at the Shibuya Crossing. Surely you all know where it is?" Grace said as the Witches nodded. "Good, so until then. Please enjoy throughout the day. As for me… I'm going to meet up with Ishida to catch up with her."
"We'll definitely come to Shibuya Crossing later!" Virginia said to Grace as she responded with a nod and small smile. So, she would head off on her own.
"I don't think I'll ever get used to my name being named after a city…" Shibuya said with a small slight of embarrassment.
"Well who cares! Let's get going already!" Lyudmila said impatiently as Mio sighed.
"She is right, I suppose. Kaburagi, Anabuki. You know where to meet up, right?" Mio said to us as we nodded. "Then it's settled. Okay, girls. Time to head off. Just make sure of which places you desire to visit. I, myself, never had to visit Tokyo proper since back in our world."
"Well, Keiwa. Meet up at Shibuya later. And you can keep Konbei with you." Tomoko continued. "Okay, girls. Let's get going."
"Yay!~ Sweets, sweets, sweets! I can't wait to try Fusoan sweets!~" Manania happily said as she would go on her own. Of course, Tomoko's group would chase after her.
"D-Don't go too far off, Manania!" Sylvie said to her as they ran…
"I hope Ojou-sama is doing her best looking after them. And here I am, stuck with you. Must I continue to act as a scarf?" Konbei lightly complained as I sighed.
"Quiet, Konbei." I said to him bluntly.
"Um… is this your familiar?" Aira asked me as I looked at her.
"Oh, no. Konbei is Tomoko's familiar. He's… a rare case." I replied to her as Konbei looked at the Suomisian.
"That's right. I am only bound to Ojou-sama only. Ever since Keiwa-sama, there has been Ojou-sama's Slave. I am somewhat bound to him as a result." Konbei spoke as Eleonore would pet his head. "W-What are you…!?"
"Hey, Aira. Doesn't he feel fluffy? I mean, look at his fur." Eleonore said to her friend as Maria simply watched. Aira would ponder about it, too. I can see that the three can understand Konbei.
"I mean… he is Tomoko's familiar. There's no doubt about it." Aira said as she joined in.
"I-I'd like to pet Mr. Konbei as well…" Maria said as she would do the same.
"T-This feels good…~ W-Why am I being soothed by all three of these fine Witches?" Konbei asked me as he was continuously being petted by the three.
"H-Hey, girls?" I tried to ask them. "W-We should get going. You can pet Konbei all you want later…"
Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan Daytime - Clear Sky
And so, we would make use of the time in order for those three who wish to explore some parts of Japan… Of course… We ended up going to Akihabara at Aira's behest. Ahh yes… Akihabara. Otherwise known as Electric City. Or Otaku Land if you want the other way around. The western people like to call Akihabara just that. The three were astonished to see the place around them. It is filled with buildings that have poster arts that are promoting the latest entertainment such as light novels, mangas… and even anime. I gave them a rundown tour of what the place is in order for them to understand. So, I led them to one particular place which is considered popular for otakus and tourists alike… I took them to the five story building called Otakuism. I mean, it is very popular. I went there once when I was in college but hey. What's cool is that this building has its mini theater where you can get an early screening of upcoming anime episodes on the fifth floor. The three went in as I followed. Of course, they would split up as they wanted to check something out. Aira and Maria on the first floor where it only contains figurines, posters, and other anime-themed merchandise… and Eleonore was on the second floor which appears to be a manga and anime section. Of course, I had to be with Eleonore to look after her. Though, we were pretty quiet since there were people browsing stuff here. I'm surprised they don't notice them… yet. Konbei is with me but he's remaining quiet, too. Good on him for being a scarf.
"So… Anything that tickles your fancy?" I asked the Gallian Witch where she was seen reading this particular manga she found.
"Oh… I just found this one called… Chainsaw Man?" Eleonore said as she looked at the pages of the manga. "What a weird art design… Do all mangas like this have to be brutal?"
"I mean… It's to express creativity." I continued. "You got Denji here who fused with a Chainsaw dog to become Chainsaw Man to kill devils."
"I see…" Eleonore continued. "So, what's the point of the world of Chainsaw Man, exactly?"
"I read it online through my phone since I have the subscription service." I continued as I was willing to explain. "So basically… you got a world where Devils exist and they come from any embodiment of fear. With enough fear brings manifestation of these Devils. People can make contracts to make a deal with them. Of course, there is a price for it."
"Can you give me an example?" Eleonore asked.
"Hmm… I can try?" I continued. "Let's say… there are many people that have a fear towards uhh… Witches."
"…Really?" Eleonore said with her unamused look.
"L-Look. I'm just trying to explain here so let me finish." I proceeded to continue the explanation. "So… you got people. Many people. Who has a fear towards Witches. So… with enough fear… the Witch Devil is formed. So let's say a girl who makes a contract with the Witch Devil. What would happen?"
"If I were to guess…" Eleonore pondered. "If that girl makes a deal with the Witch Devil… I can assume she'll receive a familiar and magic. Like mine for example?"
Eleonore said as she began to concentrate her magical energy as her familiar was conjured as I saw the animal ears and tail on her.
"That is true. However, that said gifted abilities will be twisted. Such as the concept of magic itself. That's how the Devils work in the end." I said to the Gallian "So, was it enough to explain to you about it?"
"Very." Eleonore said she would put the manga away as she couldn't bring herself to read it… I guess it's too gruesome for her to handle. "I assume there is a manga that involves war?"
"Yeah. Many." I said.
"I see…" Eleonore continued as she took a deep breath. "Living in this new world is a blessing, truly. But… It can also be a curse…"
"You're not wrong. You're Gallian so… that makes you French, right?" I asked her as she nodded.
"That is correct. When I first came to this world along with my friends. The moment we were sent here… For the first time in my life… I was happy to see the Eiffel Tower again…" Eleonore continued. "The Neurois back in our world destroyed it but here? It still stands. There were buildings that reached the skies, people going about their happy lives here. As if the Neuroi never existed in your world."
Background Music | Persona 5 OST - Alleycat
"Yeah… However, there is one thing you forgot to mention…" I said the moment she realizes as her smile becomes a frown.
"Right… human-to-human conflict…" Eleonore continued. "When we Gallian Witches were brought to the history education center in Paris… We were forced to watch their history… the world's history. The true horrors of war… Paris was occupied by Karlsland… or Germany as they were formally known. People getting killed left and right to be sent into the battlefield and die."
I remained silent because of this… Of course, all Witches need to go through this. This is considered as integrating the Witches into our society. It's a process, sure. But they still need to go through this pain as we did.
"A-And… and…" Eleonore said was having a hard time explaining as she was about to shed a tear. I placed my hand lightly on her shoulder as she noticed.
"Hey, it's alright…" I continued. "I understand what you've gone through to learn of our history. We're human beings in the end. We all have flaws like that. But know this, everyone needs to move forward rather than going backwards."
"I-I know… even in this world… people still kill each other. And these… Anti-Witch terrorists they call themselves… They'll stop at nothing to sow chaos in my country. Look what's happening to Paris right now… it's just non-stop riots…" Eleonore continued as she looked at me. "I… I want to save people but… I couldn't."
"You can't?" I asked.
"I can't… Witches are meant to protect the skies from the Neuroi and now… bad people. Is it the right thing to kill a human being, Keiwa? Please… answer me this…" Eleonore felt concerned… and hurt that her country's capital is suffering.
"I understand how you feel. But this is the reality I'm talking about." I continued. "I, too, had to go through that pain. If you want to liberate your country from constant terrorist attacks… Then you'd have to get your hands dirty if you want to clean the world."
"But it feels wrong…" Eleonore interjected as she looked down on herself.
"I know it's wrong. But there is no other choice… what happens if a guy kidnaps you and tries to kill you? Or kill the ones you love the most?" I asked her the question as she seems to be having a hard time to answer it. "So, what would you do?"
"I… I…" Eleonore tried to answer as she continued to feel conflicted. "I'll kill him…"
"Hmm?" This caught my attention.
"I'll… I'll kill him… It doesn't feel right but… If that guy tries to inflict harm on my friends like Aira… I'll kill him to protect the ones I love…" Eleonore said as she was serious about it.
"Alright… And let me ask you this… Are you willing to kill these terrorists that are constantly threatening your homeland?" I said to her as I continued. "Are you willing to protect the country that you were born in to rid those evils?"
"I… I want to… These terrorists… they're not like the Neuroi but it's never the same…" Eleonore said as she placed her hand to her chest. Of course, she would deactivate her familiar as it was gone. "I love Gallia… I truly do. So I want to fight and protect what I believe in."
"Then… have you considered joining a Joint Fighter Wing? I'm sure it's there in France." I asked her as she spoke.
"Gallia." Eleonore tried to correct me… here, it's called France. "And I do remember that the 506th Noble Witches is established there in both Dijon and Sedan."
"Ahh. But you are considering joining it, right?" I asked her as she seemed unsure.
"I'm not sure if I'm fit to be a noble and all. But if that Wing Commander Clostermann somehow allows me in, I'd be honored. But the problem is… My skills in using firearms are terrible…" Eleonora admits where she isn't good with guns.
"I'm sure they'll train you once you're accepted if possible. But still…" I continued. "The world is never nice. No matter what, there will always be conflict. And they'll find their way. Remember that."
Background Music End
"Y-Yeah…" Eleonore replied as she looked down a bit. Though, she calms down as she has a small smile. So, she picked up another manga that I saw. "What's this? Trapped in a Dating Sim…?"
"Huh… that one, huh? I remember reading that. Weird but decent. If you want to check that out… I could buy it for you." I asked her if she was interested but she shook her head.
"No need. I think that's enough browsing here." Eleonore continued as she put it back and looked at me. "Shall we meet up with Aira and Maria? I do want to check out this make-up shop within Tokyo. Do you mind?"
"Sure, let your friends know and we'll head there. A-And… do you mind giving me time? I need to find a restroom. You mind just waiting just a tiny bit longer? You can continue browsing stuff." I said to her as she nodded. "Cool! Thanks! Be right back… super quick!"
Third Person POV
As Keiwa rushed to find the restroom with Konbei in tow. Eleonore couldn't help but smile. Of course, she learned alot from him regarding this world and its problems. Of course, she would imagine herself as the member of the Noble Witches but… she's always part of the Music Squadron because she wanted to remain with friends to become happy. Plus, their job is to spread joy and positive morale all around the world. She couldn't help but chuckle to herself about it. The Gallian Witch had made a lot of friends along the way back in their world and now here in this world where humans and Witches co-exists. While here in Japan… its society was inverted, of course. Far from the shelves were the same and mysterious young man who wore a gray hoodie with his hood on. He has baggy eyes as he was sleep deprived. He started to have a creepy smile as he would proceed to approach her as he held something in his hand behind his back… a yellow firearm that isn't lethal. The moment he stood behind her while she was seen looking at one manga that involves the story of the Witch's journey… She felt a strange presence until…
[ZIP! BZZZZZZT!]
Eleonore was too late the moment she was tased in the back as she dropped the manga. She couldn't say a thing the moment she passed out. Of course… the mysterious young man caught her as he succeeded. And so, he decided to sneak out in order to avoid being seen. And then… both of them were gone.
First Person POV
"Keiwa-sama. May I ask why you need to… head to this restroom?" Konbei said to me as I sighed.
"I drank too much water, okay?" I said as I focused on meeting up with Eleonore. "Hey, Eleonore. Hmm? Eleonore?"
"Perhaps she left?" Konbei asked me until I looked down on the floor to see the manga on the floor.
"No… unless something is wrong. Konbei, you're a fox, right? Can you track the sense?" I said to Tomoko's familiar, picking up the manga with my hand.
Background Music | Persona 3 OST - Crisis
"I can. Perhaps we didn't take notice… but very well, you owe me one of those chickens from LFC." Konbei said as he proceeded to sniff it. "That's her handprints, alright… Keiwa-sama. Inform the others, I will search the trail myself."
"Go ahead." I said to the fox as he jumped off of my neck as he would proceed to go on his own to search for Eleonore's scent as the sounds of the bell on his neck jingled… Just what happened when I was away? For now, I headed down to the first floor to find Aira and Maria. "Aira, Maria. We're going."
"We are?" Maria said.
"Yeah… there's a problem… Someone kidnapped Eleonore." I informed the two as they were shocked.
"W-What!? How!?" Aira lightly shouted. "You were looking after her, right?"
"I was. But I had to take a restroom real quick. The moment I came back… she was gone and she may have dropped the manga on the floor. But don't worry, I have Konbei tracking Eleonore's scent down. We're going to Shibuya now while I inform Mio and Tomoko." I said to them as they nodded. We both headed out of the store as I started running. Good thing Alexandra gave us those earpiece comms before we arrived in Tokyo. "Mio-san, Tomoko-san! Come in!"
"Mio Sakamoto here. What's wrong?" Mio asked me.
"Eleonore was kidnapped." I said to her as Tomoko spoke in.
"But how?" Tomoko asked.
"Your familiar is tracking Eleonore's scent down, Tomoko-san. For now, tell the other members to meet up with Grace-san who's at Shibuya right now. We can't afford to lose time, okay?" I said to the two as they seemingly agreed.
"Understood. I'll let them know." Mio spoke.
"Same. I just hope Konbei is safe right now…" Tomoko replied as I lowered my hands.
"Alright, they've been notified." I continued. "Let's go to Shibuya while we ponder this situation."
Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan Daytime - Clear Sky
Third Person POV
Meanwhile… at the top of the tower where Eleonore slowly opens her eyes as she finds herself on the top of the 102 Tower building in Shibuya as she feels the breeze. However, she was on her knees as her hands were tied up into something. She realized and remembered that she was kidnapped and was brought here… Then… there was this young man who stood there… Of course, he noticed her waking up.
"Heheheheeee…~ I've been waiting for you, Eleonore-chan.~ Oh how long I've missed you ever since you were away from Japan. But don't worry…" The creepy stalker said as he placed his hand over her chin to have her head lift up to look at his eyes as he was filled with lust. "I'll take great care of you…~"
"W-What do you want with me…!" Eleonore demanded.
"Now, now, is that how you talk to your biggest fan? Besides… I've been wondering for the longest time… I want your magic.~" The stalker said as her eyes widened the moment he said that, bringing out his Syringe… not one… but two! And they're really meant for extracting Witch's Magic only.
"Y-You can't be serious… S-Stay back…!" Eleonore tried to break free and struggle.
"Calm down now… I just needed something from you… So be still and be a good Witch…!~ Hehehehehe…!~" The stalker then placed the needles on each side of her neck as she felt a sudden sensation. But not really a sensation. The stalker proceeded to extract her magic right into the syringes. As it was full, he pulled it out as Eleonore felt that her magic was extracted. Of course, it'll take a little long to regain it on her own. But it somehow nearly tired her. "There it is…!~ Her magic fluid… so pristine… so lustrous… OH THE JOY!~ HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!~" The stalker was overjoyed now that he has acquired what he needed. "With it… I can be with you forever…!~ FOREVER! AHAHAHAHAHA!~"
Eleonore gritted her teeth as she was being held hostage by her own stalker… a crazed fan. However, Konbei, who hid and watched this unfold. He left the scene and tried to reunite with Keiwa and Tomoko to inform them of this situation…
First Person POV
"Hmm? Everyone?" Grace said to us as we were on the sidewalk near the crossing. Of course, we came here early because this is urgent.
"Grace-san. This is serious… Eleonore has been kidnapped and we don't know who did it." I said to her as she became concerned.
"Oh dear… this isn't good…" Grace continued. "Should I contact the authorities right away?"
"Don't worry. Konbei is tracking her down." I said to her,
"Who is this Konbei you speak of?"
Then, we heard a bell jingle as he arrived as Grace looked down. Of course, Keiwa and I kneeled down to look at the fox.
"Konbei." Tomoko asked her in hopes for an answer.
"Ojou-sama, Keiwa-sama. I have detected Miss Eleonore…" Konbei said to us.
"Where?" I asked the fox as he turned around as his head and tail pointed to the certain location.
"She is found at the top of the 102 Tower." Konbei continued. "There's still time."
"Good…" Tomoko said as she took Konbei with her and placed it into her body. "Keiwa-san, Sakamoto-san… we need to act now!"
"No need to tell me twice." I continued. "Grace-san. Look after your girls. We'll get Eleonore back."
"Thank you… please bring her back safe…" Grace said to us as we all nodded. So, we decided to head our way right into the 102 Tower while passing through the crowd of people. Instead of taking an elevator, we took the stairs and ran our way up there with no time to waste. We three have katanas so we can threaten the kidnapper to give up. I just hope that she's unharmed.
The moment we headed to the top of the 102 Tower… I busted the door open where we've arrived to find out that Eleonore was tied up… and there's that guy in a hoodie. He was seen injecting himself with what appears to be… Witch's Magic!?
"Damn it… We're too late. He's already injected himself with Witch's Magic!" Mio continued. "You! Stop what you're doing!"
"Surrender yourself to the authorities! We won't ask twice!" Tomoko spoke.
"And further resistance will lead to your death. So hands up… now!" I shouted as we both unsheathed our blades at him.
"Hehehehehe… Ahahahahaha!~ HAHAHAHAHA!~ THE MAGIC!" The person shouted joyfully as he had a magical aura around him. "OOOOH!~ I CAN FEEL ELEONORA'S MAGIC COURSING THROUGH MY VEINS!~ It… feels… GOOOOOOOOOOD!~ THIS IS THE BEST!~ HEHEHEHE!~"
"Eugh… this guy gives me the creeps…" Tomoko complained with disgust as I felt uneasy, too…
"Yeah… I think we should kill him…" I added as Tomoko seemingly agreed.
"H-Hold it. We need to apprehend him!" Mio interjected.
"You guys! Help me! Get this guy away from me! He's clearly losing control of himself!" Eleonora shouted at us as we knew what to do.
"No, no, no! You will not take her away from me! If you want her…" The creep then readied his stance with his fists as he prepared himself as the white aura surrounds himself. "You'll have to get through me! You will not have Eleonore."
As Tomoko looked at his stance it felt familiar… She decided to sheathe her katana and readied her in a stance as she activated her familiar since Konbei is supporting her.
"Huh? You're going to fight him empty handed?" I asked her.
"Don't worry. Hand-to-hand combat has always been my expertise. Besides, I learned Aikido so I know what to do. You two focus on getting Eleonore. I'll do my best to suppress him." Tomoko asked us as we had no choice. We have to let her do her own thing.
"Right… Mio, let's get her while the two are fighting." I said to Mio as we both ran towards to rescue Eleonore.
"You will not!" The creep then tries to intercept us until…
[THOK!]
Tomoko rushed with her magic as she enhanced them with her both legs and arms as she grabbed his wrist.
"You'll have to get through me…!" Tomoko said she would use her palm to strike him upward but he dodged it as he proceeded to kick her in the stomach as she was knocked back. However…
[BA-THUMP!]
"G-GAH!" Tomoko's pain was transferred onto me as I fell onto the floor as Mio helped me up. Being Tomoko's Slave is truly something in the end.
"Are you okay?" Mio asked me.
"Y-Yeah… That creep just inflicted damage onto Tomoko and the pain was transferred to me. But forget about it! Get Eleonore!" I told her as we rushed towards her. As we arrived at her rescue. I used the blade to cut the rope off as we helped her up. "Hey, you alright?"
"Y-Yeah… my magic was extracted by that man over here…" Eleonore said to us as we continued to look at Tomoko and the creep fighting in close quarters combat.
[TWOOP! THUD!]
Tomoko manages to dodge an incoming straight jab as she grabs his arm after twisting 180 and throwing him onto the ground. Then, she was ready to knock him with her fists until the creep breaks free and rolls back behind to keep his distance after knocking her back.
"You will not have her… YOU WILL NOT HAVE HER! SHE'S MIIIIINE! MIIIIINE!" The creep shouted as he proceeded to lunge himself forward until Tomoko deploys her shield to defend herself from the creep's piercing attack from his right hand. However… something was wrong as I noticed her shield starting to flicker as the hand was slowly getting through.
"Ojou-sama…! I… I can't hold it much longer!" Konbei shouted as he appeared to be struggling to supply her with magic. Tomoko is struggling and I know something is wrong… Tomoko… is over at the age of 20… Her magic is slowly weakening through ever age. This was something I never expected…
"I… I'm trying- HUH!? KYAAAH!" Tomoko's shield was shattered as she was knocked back as I rushed to catch her with my hands. Of course… her exhaustion of magic also made me exhausted… We're connected so there's a reason why.
"H-Hey… are… are you okay…?" I said to her as she looked at me.
"I-I'm sorry… Keiwa… Never knew making you my Slave would also make you exhausted because of me…" Tomoko continued. "I guess I have limits when it comes to aging, after all…"
"Don't speak… I'll finish it off for you." I proceeded to lay her on the floor as I stood up with my katana ready. "Thunder Magic, First Stage… Thunder-"
[BA-THUMP!]
"G-GAUGH!?" I felt a sudden rejection as my blade tried to electrify itself but that's not the point… I proceeded to cough out blood when I tried to use Thunder Magic. I kneeled on the ground while holding my katana. I tried to get up but… Tomoko's magical exhaustion caused me slight mental damage within my body.
"K-Keiwa-kun!" Tomoko called out to me as I struggled to get up.
"Kaburagi, Anabuki. You two are in no good condition… Allow me to end it…" Mio said as she readied herself. "After all, I may be a former Witch… but that doesn't mean I can back out…!"
The creep has lost all rationality as he proceeded to charge towards her. But Mio proceeded to maintain focus the moment she closed her eyes as she had her katana lowered. Wait… I've heard of this technique… feels familiar… I know what it is… it's a technique where you conceal your presence, to hide it. Remaining still to become fearless. And the moment the creep was with her range… she opened her eyes…
[THOK!]
Mio had walked once as her pommel of the katana had bashed him right into his forehead as he was knocked out cold the moment he fell to the floor. Then, she would sheathe her katana and look at me.
"There… that should stop him. He won't wake up later on. However…" Mio said as she would inspect his body as she managed to find something… She then tossed it to me as I caught it. "It seems he had a second one just in case."
"Perfect… H-Hey… Eleonore… Let me-" I tried to ask her as she shook her head.
"There's no need, Keiwa…" Eleonore continued. "I think your friend here needs it more than me."
"Right…" I looked at Tomoko with the syringe in my hand. So, I placed the needle on the side of her neck as I injected her with the Witch's Magic. After it was all empty. I took it out from her neck and tossed it aside. Tomoko begins to calm down with her breathing as her familiar deactivates. Then, she would open her eyes as she looked at me. Of course, injecting her witch Witch's Magic only refuels their magic rather than altering it. After I did so, both of our exhaustion no longer exists since we're linked.
"K-Keiwa…?" Tomoko asked me. "Is it over…?"
"Yeah… I had to inject you with magic so you can feel refreshed. Don't worry, we're still good. As for this guy… I think he'll enjoy his time in jail." I said to her as I sheathed my katana as Mio did the same. We both stand up as we meet up with Eleonore. "As for you… I suppose I should apologize to you for not doing my job well…"
"N-No! Please don't be! I'm sorry that I didn't take notice. However… I… I must thank you for coming all this way to save me." Eleonore continued. "So… we should get back with my friends, is that alright?"
So, we all nodded without speaking as we decided to escort her down the tower and leave it to the Witch Police to deal with him. The moment we left the tower and met up with Grace and others… Aira then hugged her.
"Oh god! Ele! Are you okay!?" Aira said to her friend.
"Aira… I'm fine… These three came out their way to save me." Eleonore then mentioned us as Grace then proceeded to talk to us.
"Kaburagi, Sakamoto, Anabuki… Thank you… Thank you for saving our member. We are greatly forever in your debt." Grace said to us.
"Pay it no mind. We did our job to protect your girls. After all, you have a lot of time till nightfall." I said as Virginia spoke up.
"You're not wrong but… never would I think Eleonore had to deal with… a stalker? I don't get it…" Virginia tried to question this issue.
"People are bound to do stupid things in the end. But going that far to extract our magic from those syringes is beyond low! This country seriously has problems…" Lyudmila would then criticize this as I spoke up with a sigh.
"Japan's idol industry can work in so many ways. You build up fans, and some fans are willing to take things far. Just remember that…" I told them about it as they seemingly understood. Though, Lyudmila didn't seem to care.
"W-Well then. Now that we have learned a lot. Why not do some rehearsal practice at the Tokyo Dome. After all, we do have access there." Grace then suggested the idea as the girls didn't seem to mind. "Perhaps we can lend your services again. And maybe you can see them perform before the main event. Sounds great, don't you think?"
"I suppose it wouldn't hurt. But sure, we'll go. What do you think, you two?" I asked the two as they would speak.
"I wouldn't mind. A shame that we wouldn't watch our film together." Tomoko felt bummed about it. Don't worry. We'll definitely watch your new film after this.
"As long as we do our job until nightfall… Unless these terrorists might try to ruin it again." Mio said as she mentioned it.
"Very well. Then let us proceed, shall we? The sun won't set if we just stand there and do nothing. Let us get going, girls." Grace said to them as we followed the group since we have enough time to do whatever but… watching them perform early is going to be interesting. But either way, doing this job was something.
However, in all seriousness. I really need to be EXTRA careful next time… Trying to activate Thunder Magic during Tomoko's exhaustion would harm me. But one thing is for certain… Tomoko doesn't have much time left as a Witch. I'm not sure if she's willing to talk to me but… She seems to be aware of it. Now that I know the reason… both of us… we need to keep pushing. Keep walking forward. No matter what… I swear it.
Tokyo Dome, Tokyo, Japan Nighttime - Clear Sky
And so, time passes by once again. And this time… it was night. With the Luminous Witches being on stage as tons of crowd were cheering for them. Me, Tomoko, Mio and Grace were seen backstage to watch the Witches fly. Grace was smiling of course. Though, I decided to turn around as I needed some fresh air. As I was outside of the dome with no one around… I begin to reminisce about myself… My past… my mother… my… mother…? My mind flashes into my eyes. There… I had a vision perspective as my younger self… way back younger… like a small child who can barely walk but crawl. I saw the vision of my mother… she had black hair and brown eyes… She wore a nice dress as she was cradling me. Her smile was so kind. It was like I was blessed by the angels. Then, she said those words…
"My wish is to make you happy… As long as you're with me, I will never let you go."
"Guh!?" I started to place my hand to my head as the tinnitus in my ears ring as those words begin to recall them.
My mind continues digging further as I wanted to find out… What was my mother's name? Why did my father hide it from me? Who… who was she? I need to remember… C'mon! Remember, damn it! And just as I did… My mind begins to show me those memories… the moment I was born… That's right… I was born on December 14, 1997. I was given birth by my mother within the rural town's nearby hospital… I was crying, of course. But… I've begun listening to them… Both my father… and my mother.
"Isn't he such a beautiful boy, Ryoma-kun?"
"He is… He just looks like me. Heheh… Look at him, he's so adorable…"
"That he is… So, do you already have a name for him?"
"I do, Kazumi-chan. I think you'll like it. He'll be named… Keiwa… Yes, Keiwa!"
"Keiwa… such a beautiful name… My dear, adorable Keiwa… Welcome to the world…~"
And so… my mind drags me back to reality as I slowly open my eyes… I looked at my hands now that I managed to find out… find out who's my mother's name…
"Kazumi…" I said her name while talking to myself…
"Keiwa-kun?" Tomoko asked me as I looked at her. "You're not going to watch the whole performance?"
"Oh no… I was… just…" I took a deep breath. "Just remembering my past."
"Your past? About what?" Tokomo asked me.
"Well, I was thinking about my mother. Ever since she died during a home invasion when me and my sister were young." I continued. "I… I found my mother's name… Her name was Kazumi."
"Kazumi?" Tomoko asked with a slight head tilt.
"Yeah… How about this, Tomoko-san…" I continued. "Do you want to come with me? Back in my hometown of Yosoba?"
"Y-You're asking me… to come with you back to where you were born?" Tomoko said as I nodded.
"Yeah. I'll introduce you to my family. And… hopefully reconcile with my father." I said to her as she was surprised.
And so… those were my intentions… I must go back… back to where it all began… in the rural town of Yasoba. My birthplace. My origin. My beginning…
[LUMINOUS WITCHES' SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE, KEIWA'S PAST WILL FINALLY BE REVEALED!]
[TO BE CONTINUED…]
Author's Notes: Thank you for reading this chapter. While it feels a bit short, sure. However, the next chapter will pick up the pace now that Keiwa is intending to go back to where it all began and hopefully… figure out who Kazumi truly is. However, this is a huge spoiler so I cannot reveal it to you until the next chapter. No Glossary for this chapter but it'll make it up somehow. So please remain patient when the next chapter releases. Until then, peace out!