After going on a happy trip, how would Shajuye feel when she returns to find two new women around her brother?

Hmm... that's exactly how I feel right now.

"..............."

Looking at Shajuye sitting silently on the sofa, Duanmu Huai scratched his head helplessly, while Yuko Shionji already found an excuse to sneak back to her room.

Fortunately, after arriving in this world, the system had thoughtfully assigned identities to the two people. Alice Phil's identity was set as Duanmu Huai's fiancée, and Medea was Alice Phil's maid... From this setup, Duanmu Huai could sense the system's intention to stir things up.

However, it's lucky that Alice Phil and Medea came. If it had been Stheno and Euryale, who knows how things might have developed.

After all, those two are truly here just to cause trouble and won't get anything done.

The best solution would be for Duanmu Huai to have them spiritualized, but unfortunately, in this world, they can't spiritualize at all!

Darn it!

Duanmu Huai was certain that the system's so-called extra reward was definitely a trap for him. It couldn't be that just because he hadn't found a girlfriend in this world yet, the system deliberately summoned these two here, right? He didn't need the system to worry about such trivial matters!

"Brother."

Just as Duanmu Huai was lost in his wild thoughts, Shajuye gently coughed and stared at him.

"Is there something you want to say?"

"What can I say...?"

Duanmu Huai spread his hands helplessly, speechless.

"I returned just one day before you, yet found that they had already arrived..."

Duanmu Huai wasn't lying; that's exactly how it happened.

"But you should have prepared rooms for them."

Sighing helplessly, Shajuye glanced towards Alice Phil and bowed her head.

"I apologize, Alice Phil, my brother can be so careless sometimes..."

"It's fine."

Facing Shajuye's apology, Alice Phil waved her hand with a smile. Before Duanmu Huai introduced them, he had already given a brief explanation of this world to the two, allowing them to quickly assume their roles—after all, their identity with Duanmu Huai was quite similar.

As for Shajuye, she was in a "heard of but never met" status regarding Alice Phil. Simply put, it was a long-time engagement with Duanmu Huai... and this time she came to meet him. It goes without saying that Shajuye had mixed feelings about this.

Duanmu Huai swiftly changed the topic, starting to ask about Shajuye's trip. Unlike Duanmu Huai and Nemume Satori, Shajuye and Yuko Shionji spent a joyful holiday at Meijia's villa. With a private beach, they didn't have to worry about being disturbed while playing together. Even Yuko Shionji, who rarely goes out, joined in on the fun for a swim, followed by barbecues, seafood, and nearby strolls... overall, it was a decent holiday for Shajuye.

Of course, once the holiday was over, work needed to be done.

The arrival of Alice Phil and Medea eased some of Duanmu Huai's burden, as they were both Magic experts. Beforehand, Duanmu Huai had no such person around. He could only rely on certain methods to investigate and infer, then supplement with system information.

However, this had significant limitations, not to mention that Duanmu Huai wasn't very familiar with this area. With Alice Phil and Medea, he essentially had two additional magic assistants, and both of them had over ninety in Mysticism.

For the next few days, Duanmu Huai and Shajuye continued to attend school, while Alice Phil and Medea stayed at home. Medea assured Duanmu Huai that she'd "tidy up" the place.

Regarding Medea's abilities, Duanmu Huai had faith. For a CASTER, creating a territory was basic operation.

At the same time, he instructed Alice Phil and Medea to dispatch a familiar to investigate the remaining addresses of the Light of the Universe. Although Yuko Shionji could also investigate, as a housebound otaku, she could only gather information online, which might not be comprehensive. Some things could only be detected by magicians like Alice Phil and Medea.

Life at school continued as usual. Initially, Duanmu Huai was somewhat worried about Nemume Satori's condition. However, after careful observation, he confirmed that her behavior hadn't changed significantly and felt relieved... that's how it should have been.

Unfortunately, not everyone thought the same way.

"... I think you've all noticed it."

In a school meeting room, four figures were seated. They were none other than the representatives of the Five Swords. However, among them, only four were present—Nemume Satori did not attend.

This was expected, given that she was the topic of discussion.

"Yes."

Gui Wa Lun nodded, the eyes behind the mask revealing a serious look.

"The aura around Princess Satori has slightly changed."

"Indeed."

Previously, Hua Jiu Jue, who had taken Duanmu Huai into the Qianyuan Dormitory, spoke up.

"Now, she feels much sharper than before and more dangerous."

Though the Five Swords name might sound chuunibyou, as representatives, they possessed considerable swordsmanship skill. Consequently, after the holiday, the other four quickly noticed Nemume Satori's transformation. Superficially, she seemed as usual, listless and indifferent to everything. Yet the other four perceived a distinct, unimaginable change in Nemume Satori's demeanor.

It was like a sharpened blade or a matured beast that even induced fear and trembling in them.

In terms of skill, Nemume Satori ranked second among the Five Swords, with the others not far behind. Nonetheless, in just a few days, Nemume Satori's aura had surpassed them considerably. Even the top swordsman among the Five might not defeat Nemume Satori.

"I've tried asking."

A blonde woman spoke up.

"But she didn't tell me anything... Though that's to be expected, after further questions, she didn't say anything more."

"Teacher?"

"It seems to refer to Teacher Duanmu."

Hua Jiu Jue spoke cheerfully.

"I remember they've met before, and sometimes they act together. They seem to have a pretty good relationship."

"Teacher Duanmu...…"

Upon hearing this name, the other two girls immediately frowned. The reason was simple: they were the two unlucky ones whom Duanmu Huai mercilessly took down at the dormitory entrance when he first arrived at this academy.

They still remember that fierce, violent, beast-like attack and presence of Duanmu Huai. In fact, it was the first time they felt the arrival of death. Truth be told, when they woke up off the ground and came to their senses, their first reaction was to think they were dead — after all, the impact of having their heads smashed down to the ground was terrifying. They only remember the floor in their vision getting bigger and bigger... and then they completely lost consciousness.

Because of this, the two girls kept their distance from Duanmu Huai after that, not daring to approach him again. Only Hua Jiu Jue interacted with Duanmu Huai before and knew, for investigation purposes, he had contact with Mianmu Zuoniao's Personal Guard "Masked Girl Squad," so she knew they were acquainted.

As for those two girls, they're likely completely unaware of this intel.

So upon suddenly hearing Duanmu Huai's involvement in this matter, the two girls instantly lost interest in investigating.

The psychological shadow left behind was just too deep.

Just then, the last person who had been silent spoke up.

"Well then, let me go."

Regarding this matter, Duanmu Huai naturally knew nothing. So as he walked through the school's garden and found someone blocking his path, he was quite surprised.

"Who are you? Are you a student here?"

Looking at the petite figure of the girl in front of him, Duanmu Huai was bewildered. It's no wonder he had this question because the girl looked like she was in middle school, and she wasn't wearing a school uniform like other students but a white witch's clothes. Her hair was as white as Alice Phil's, tied in twin tails hanging behind her.

But the most attention-grabbing was the longsword in the girl's arms, almost as tall as she was.

And in this school, those eligible to carry swords around are...…

"Are you also one of the Five Swords?"

Duanmu Huai had already met four people, including Mianmu Zuoniao, but he had never seen the fifth person.

"That's right."

The girl nodded, keeping her eyes closed without any intention to open them.

"I am Inaba Tsukuyo, also one of the Five Swords, pleased to meet you, Teacher Duanmu."

"I didn't expect there to be a kid like you among the Five Swords."

Duanmu Huai curiously observed the girl before him.

"So, what do you want from me?"

"It's about Mianmu Zuoniao."

"Mianmu?"

Upon hearing this, Duanmu Huai raised an eyebrow.

"Is something wrong with her?"

"No."

Inaba Tsukuyo shook her head.

"Actually, I found her skill has greatly improved since the Gold holiday."

"Oh...…but this doesn't seem related to me, right?"

"Not exactly."

Inaba Tsukuyo shook her head again.

"I asked Zuo Niao Princess, and she said 'It's a secret between the teacher and me~~~ Teacher asked me not to tell anyone~~~' So, I'm curious about what you did."

"......…"

Upon hearing this, Duanmu Huai was speechless. Though the meaning was indeed his intent, it just didn't sound right like this.

"I just took her out for some training, a very legitimate kind."

To preserve his reputation, Duanmu Huai had no choice but to clarify.

"Is that so...…"

Hearing Duanmu Huai's answer, Inaba Tsukuyo was silent for a moment, then turned around directly.

"Then, I bid you farewell."

After saying this, the petite girl who looked like a middle schooler turned and left, leaving Duanmu Huai bewilderedly watching her back.

What on earth was this little girl doing here?

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