[Later Development]

 

As Nishino and Inchou had envisioned, the commotion at the school was immediately placed in the custody of Francisca, just as she arrived. The cleanup was handled not by the police but by a group of sturdy men in suits. 

Inchou and a few others who were not subject to Nora's extraordinary abilities were told by her that they were strictly forbidden to talk about what had happened. A few students protested, but when they were told that they would be paid for their silence, they became more open-minded. 

The rest of the students and faculty were restrained and taken to the hospital in an emergency vehicle while Nora's abilities kept them awake. The explanation given to the patients was that they had ingested a narcotic-like drug and were experiencing mass hallucinations. 

However, the images and videos that were taken cannot be ruled out. Francisca's crew took advantage of the confusion caused by Nora's power to retrieve and dispose of not only the school's equipment, but also all of the phones. 

The culprits were arrested that day. The crime was treated as the work of a citizen who had a grudge against the school. The incident did not make the news, nor did it appear in the corner of the local newspaper. Only a few people, most notably the principal, were aware of what had happened. 

It took a few days to complete the whole process. 

Then came the Monday after the school was closed. 

Students who had spent the break at home or in the hospital returned to school.

"Inchou, good morning!"

"Good morning, Risa."

Inchou walks into the classroom of Class 2A and is approached by Risa-chan. 

She came to Shimizu's seat in a noisy manner.

"It's only been a few days, but it feels like it's been so long!"

"That's what I thought too."

"Inchou, have you gained some weight? "

"That's not true!"

They smile and cackle at each other and talk about what happened during the break. 

As Risa-chan pointed out, Inchou has increased the amount of food and snacks he eats during the break due to the shock of being dumped by Nishino. She still seems to have an obsession with the Futsumen, and her gaze is still drawn to his seat. 

Risa-chan is still aware of her from the moment she arrives at school, and it's a troubling sight for her. I couldn't help but want to raise my voice and ask her if she still can't give up on him even though she had been so thoroughly rejected by him. 

As they were doing so, Takeuchi-kun came up to the girls.

"Inchou, can I have a word?"

"What? Takeuchi-kun"

"I'm sorry to ask you something strange, but have you been in touch with Suzuki? "

"No? I haven't been in touch with him ........"

"Looking back, haven't you seen him since we separated in the science lab?"

Risa-chan overheard their exchange and said. 

Francisca has asked them not to talk about it, so they can't openly talk about the recent disturbance. The science lab is where they were abducted and confined during the riot. The three had not seen Suzuki since they were separated there.

"Yeah, that's right. I was worried because my messages weren't getting read. "

"Maybe Nishino-kun can help you with that."

"I guess it would be quicker to ask him........."

"If Takeuchi is uncomfortable asking, I can ask him myself."

"No, Inchou should be the one to ask. If you want, I can check with Francisca. "

"That might be more reliable."

In the same classroom, in a different part of the room, there was Okuda-san visiting Matsuura-san's seat. 

Until just a few days ago, she had been peering into the classroom with narrowed shoulders in the hallway until Nishino arrived at school. Today, however, she entered the classroom without hesitation and walked to Matsuura-san's seat without seeming to mind the stares from those around her.

"Good morning. Matsuura-san."

"Okuda-san, why don't you stop walking into Class A's classroom?"

"What are you talking about? It's between you and me, isn't it?"

" ...... "

Having shared the same predicament, Okuda-san was more familiar with her than ever before. 

Matsuura-san, who is also the type to go her own way, found her difficult to deal with. She approached her with a smile on her face, not at all intimidated by her rather straightforward manner of speaking. 

The fully fledged Matsuura-san, whom she had seen in the midst of all the commotion, was a perfect match for her.

"By the way, Nishino-kun hasn't come to school yet. "

"So, why don't you wait in the hallway for a while longer? "

"Let's talk once in a while, as we are both lovers of solitude. "

" ...... "

She was about to say, No, no, I'm not like you, when Matsuura-san remembered that the position was actually not much different from hers. I don't want to be treated like this, but I can't think of a good excuse. 

For the time being, Matsuura-san seems to be stuck with Okuda-san. 

And in the classroom, students are buzzing everywhere, just like these girls. 

The topic of conversation is this and that surrounding the school's closure for the past few days. Students and families have been told by the school that this was a drug-fueled terrorist attack. Some students honestly believe it, but there are a few who still have their suspicions. 

The broken classroom windows and bullet holes created in various places were dealt with by contractors arranged by Francisca. Even the stairs that had collapsed due to Gabu-chan's activities had been repaired in the past few days, thanks to the rush job realized with a large sum of money. 

There was endless debate among the students as to the extent to which the scenes they had witnessed were true. There is a lot of talk among the students about the merits and demerits of what they have seen. From the Inchou's point of view, it is a very frustrating scene.

"I mean, I don't understand why the phones are broken."

"They said at the briefing that it was caused by some kind of electromagnetic radiation? I just bought a new one, and it's just awful."

"I just got a new one and it's a disaster."

"But apparently, the school is going to compensate us."

"Really?"

"They're going to replace the old ones, but they're going to give us a newer model."

"My school is the best!"

In the midst of such a situation, mixed groups of men and women were visible. 

Most of the students had been separated by gender since entering the school and formed close groups with each other. Even in the classroom, only a few upper caste students interacted with each other on a daily basis. Before long, this was beginning to be seen even among students in the middle caste and below. 

Everyone who saw each other exchanged words in a friendly manner. 

This was one of the few contributions to the class that Nishino made in the process of pursuing his youth. 

After a few moments, the chime sounded, signaling morning homeroom. 

The students return to their seats. 

Okuda-san also went to Class C. 

Mr. Ohtake, the teacher in charge of the class, soon arrived in the classroom. 

At the same time that the teacher took the podium, Inchou suddenly noticed that Nishino's seat. 

Nishino's seat was empty. 

Nora's seat was empty as well. 

Were they both on vacation? 

As if in response to her question, the teacher finished his morning address.

"I have some unfortunate news for all of you."

It is a preamble that foreshadows something. 

Inchou feels impatient, she thought it was impossible.

"I know this is short notice, but Nishino-kun and Dagu-san will be transferring to a new school."

The words that followed were the news she had feared more than anything else.

 

◇ ◆ ◇

 

While Inchou and the others were attending classes at school after the break, Nishino, Rose, and Gabriella were packing up to leave for their new home. They are currently gathered in the common space on the second floor, packing their belongings. 

On the dining table, dishes, utensils, and other items taken from the kitchen storage space line the table. The residents wrap these items in packing materials and shove them into cardboard boxes with the logo of the moving company on them. 

The amount of kitchenware to be packed is substantial, thanks in part to the home's chef's obsession with the subject.

"Sister, how many kinds of pots and pans are there? Isn't this too many? "

"There are pots and pans of different sizes and makes for different cuisines."

"This is a two-handled pot, but I just saw one of the same size. "

"That's an enameled pot. Don't mix them with stainless steel pots and pans."

Other than the kitchen, the living room and dining room have yet to be tackled. The packing alone is likely to take quite a bit of time. Magazines are left on the sofa table, and the TV is still on. 

On the screen  is Alice Kurusugawa, who is making her idol debut. It seems that she was invited to be a guest on a variety show. Her popularity seems to be impeccable, and the ticker at the edge of the screen announces her successes one after another.

"Would it be okay if I put the pans on top of each other?"

"If possible, could you have them put a newspaper or something between them? "

"I understand."

Rose is leading the work in front of the kitchen utensils. 

Following her instructions, the remaining two are working with their hands.

"But the feeling of grabbing things with my own hands is quite numbing! "

"How did you manage to get them together in such a short time? "

"I heard from the old lady that your eyeballs were the same way."

"It's true, now that you put it that way."

"To my surprise, the day after the treatment, it was moving as it should."

Gabriella, who had finished packing the enameled pots and pans, muttered as she waggled the fingers of both hands in front of her. Until just a few days ago, she never missed wearing gloves even inside the house. Today, however, she is working with her bare hands. 

And it's with her own flesh and blood. 

Her legs are no exception. 

Moreover, there is not a single scratch on the amputated parts. 

Her hands and feet are fully formed, as if they had always been there.

"Thanks to you, I was discharged from the hospital in less than a week! "

"It would have been better if you had stayed in the hospital room longer."

"It would have been foolish to leave him alone with your sister"

Nishino fell victim to poison, the advice given by Gabriella, the live of the Futsumen was saved. 

Having witnessed the sequence of events, Rose later made a proposal to Gabu-chan. A limb transplant using her as a donor, as well as Nishino's odd eye. Fortunately, the two are not very different in size, and their bodies are about the same physical age, regardless of what they are on the inside. 

Blood type mismatches, for example, had already been confirmed to be no problem with Futsumen's body. And with Francisca's cooperation, the idea was quickly realized. The procedure was performed at a hospital where Nishino had been taken care of in the past. 

The result was Gabriella's hands and feet, which were successfully restored.

"But how did you come up with the idea? "

"As for the tongue, I had heard that it rarely adheres properly. However, I was convinced by the changes in my limbs. I had felt that my prosthetic limbs and arms were not in good condition before, but the other day, I even saw changes in the wounds. "

"The other day was that? A knife flew and dinner was covered in blood........."

"Yes, that's right."

It was Gabriella who gulped down blood following Rose's massive hemorrhage. 

On the same day, her prosthetic hand spontaneously fell off, which was witnessed by Nishino and the others.

"But how could you possibly make a decision based on that alone? "

"And that's not all. I still can't describe the astonishment I felt when I later realized the contents of the bottle that had been stored under the kitchen sink. At the same time, it is a complicated feeling to think that this was the reason I got my limbs back! "

"...... Please, don't talk about it in front of Nishino-kun."

"Hehehe, for the time being, I will toy with you on this topic."

"I don't mind it myself. I hear there are many people in the world with that kind of interest."

In the past, Rose and Francisca had experimented with something similar. However, they had not achieved anything that could be called a success. One of the few exceptions was Nishino's Odd Eye. As a follow-up success story, Gabriella's limbs were revived. 

So finally, the girls were able to come up with a hypothesis. 

Rose's blood and body fluids, which only exert their power against those with different abilities. 

The same was true for the transplantation of human tissue.

"However, from now on, you and sister will have a lot of trouble."

"I can take care of myself. "

"We're dealing with people who are just as bad as us. "

"There are only a few people with different abilities, and it's easier than dealing with rich people. "

"Please don't worry. I will help you too. "

"N-Nishino-kun ….. "

"I'm not comfortable when I see you romancing in front of me every chance you get."

The Futsumen is always trying to impress Rose. 

And Rose is thrilled by this. 

Gabu-chan, who is constantly being forced to watch the show, complains.

"In any case, as long as my eyes are closed, I will keep my hands around them to prevent them from messing with other people. I have to repay you for the limbs you have given me in this way. I was thinking about what to do, so this may be just the thing."

"Are you planning to secure a place near Nishino-kun by saying such a thing? "

"Oh, did you find out?"

"He is mine, and I will not give him to you."

"Isn't it natural for a healthy man to have an affair or two?"

"That's what we call unhealthy."

"You guys can talk all you want, but please, move your hands."

Around the dining room table, they proceeded to pack up, even if it was bustling with activity. 

A short time later, the front door opens and closes from downstairs. 

The sound of multiple footsteps coming up the stairs drew everyone's focus. 

The two people who emerged from the hallway were Francisca and Nora.

"Hey Rose, your guardian came by to check on you."

"Don't tell me you've been out drinking since noon?"

A plastic bag with the logo of a convenience store was lowered into Obasan's hand. 

The label on the aluminum can, which was transparent, could be determined at a glance to be that of the beer she drinks regularly.

"It doesn't matter. I've done my job. "

"It's terrible for young children's emotional education."

Rose blurted out as she glanced at Nora, who tagged along next to her. 

Not caring about the accusations from his subordinates, she settled down on the sofa in the living room. She is relaxed as if she has returned to her own home. 

Nora sat down next to her, straightening her back.

"Francisca, when will Suzuki-kun be released from your custody? "

"I have corroborated with the security footage from the surveillance cameras installed in the school. It seems that the man was threatening him, just as he stated. He was quoted as citing the safety of his family and friends, and he was seen reluctantly agreeing to do it. "

"How could I not? But I'm surprised they caught the whole exchange on camera. "

"If the negotiations with him had gone well, he would have used it to explain the drugging, along with the antidote he was offering. I mean, you need something to convince them, even if it's just a badge of honor. "

"...... You're probably right. "

"As soon as we're done with the mental health stuff, we'll let him go like he was before."

"Oh, I'm sorry, but please be polite and quick about it. "

"Nishino-kun, there is absolutely no need for you to bow down. It was originally caused by the fact that she let her predecessor go unchecked. Yes, in that sense, we are the victims. "

"Rose-chan, which side are you on, me or [Normal]?"

"Of course it's Nishino-kun, isn't it?"

"There are women who suddenly become very arrogant as soon as they get a man. "

"I think I have been saying the same thing for a long time."

A can of beer was already opened in Francisca's hand. 

Nora, who was standing beside her, blurts out.

"Next time, I want to be with Nishino. "

"The new place we're moving to is bigger than this one, so I don't think it'll be a problem. "

"Really? "

"Wait, I don't want more people in the new house. "

"I'll move in with you if you want. "

"I can see the house filled with your clothes and liquor bottles. "

"I'd like you to give me a break on that one. "

"What are you talking about? Aren't you similar?"

Rose's gaze turns to where she sees a coat hanging on the back of the sofa. As she pointed out, it belonged to Gabriella. She had gone straight to the living room after returning home and left it there. 

As the two began to argue about this and that, Nishino asked Francisca.

"By the way, regarding the handling of those who are on the lookout."

"As proposed, I've informed them that the crime was committed with Rose-chan's power in mind. With such a large bait dangled in front of you, I'm sure your classmates won't be targeted in the future. "

"Oh, that's very helpful."

"But it could make Rose's life a little more complicated."

Francisca speaks while looking at her subordinates.

As a result, Rose was forced to bear the brunt of the situation for the time being. While [Normal]'s weaknesses were kept secret, the amazing healing ability of her flesh and blood would be targeted by people with supernatural powers from all over the world .

This is something that was brought up by Gabriella just now.

Nishino tells Rose again.

"I'm constantly getting you into trouble. I'm really sorry. "

"If it was for Nishino-kun's sake, I wouldn't mind at all. Please don't worry about it. I already knew that the information would be leaked when we fixed her limbs, so it would be a waste not to use it, wouldn't it?"

The real problem was Rose, who took the feelings that Nishino had toward his classmates. 

It would be for the Futsumen's benefit while repaying her debt to Gabriella. 

From her point of view, it was a two birds with one stone proposition. 

If it was for the sake of her beloved, she would be willing to go through the trouble herself.

"She's a good woman. It's too good for me."

"Well, if you say something like that, I'll be in trouble."

"I will protect you even if it costs me my life. Please rest assured."

".......!"

Hearing Futsumen's mutterings, Rose's face turns bright red. 

She looks deeply troubled and dismayed, and her appearance is uncharacteristically naive. If the Inchou had witnessed it, she would have frowned, wondering who this person was. Francisca also witnessed the change in her subordinate said.

"Rose, your expression and attitude are disgusting! "

"Please say it more. She's been like this since the other day."

Gabriella, staring at them, also makes no attempt to hide her irritation. 

She has been exposed to their romantic affections repeatedly in a closer proximity, and she seems to be very dissatisfied with the situation. Not wanting to let them flirt any further within her sight, she takes the initiative and speaks up to change the subject.

"But wasn't this a very sudden confession? Gokyou Nishino. "

"What do you mean?"

"At first, you hated sister so much and then you confessed yourself to her. "

"At the time I met this woman, I was in a very difficult situation. She could have taken advantage of me as much as she wanted. But she was right there by my side, keeping me close to her, even to the point of silencing her own true feelings."

During the preparation period for the school festival, Nishino realized the importance of youth, displayed his natural energy without regret, and as a result, he quickly became a target on campus. Nevertheless, he has been able to participate in various school events since then, largely due to the influence of Rose, who has supported him behind the scenes.

"I think that sister's twisted personality probably had a lot of influence on that point. "

"If that's the case, then I'll love her including her personality."

"...... I'm afraid there's nothing I can do about it now."

The living room and dining room became even livelier with the increase in the number of people in the room. 

The TV, which had been left on, shows a close-up of Alice Kurusugawa. According to the message, she will soon graduate from junior high school. The host of the program was interviewing guests in preparation for her high school entrance, which is coming up next school year.

"I heard that you had already visited the school with Taro-san. "

"Actually, it looks like it's going to take a little longer."

"You haven't decided yet? "

"That's a secret! I'm studying hard for the exam!"

The youthful and distinctive tone of her voice reached down to Nishino, who was working in the dining room. 

Having overheard her remarks, he suddenly remembered what she had said and raised his voice.

"Francisca, I'd like to confirm the school you're relocating us to. "

"Oh? I think I already sent you the information. "

"I would like to know if they will allow me to ride my motorcycle to school. The documents you sent me didn't mention any school rules, so I'd like to check before I transfer to another school. "

"So I'm telling you to stop doing that. "

"Are they forbidden? "

"No, it's not. You definitely stand out. I hope you can do better next time. I'd be very disappointed if you did it all over again. Well, I don't think he will mess around with other girls by the looks of it. "

"A school life alone with Nishino-kun, how wonderful it sounds! "

"By the way, I am also planning to transfer to the same school."

"Nishino-kun, what clubs are you planning to join? "

"I'm thinking that I should make a decision after confirming the actual status of our activities."

"Yes, that's true. Let's go see it together."

that she herself had consciously kept her distance, and naturally her conversations with Gabriella were conspicuous. However, such circumstances are already in the past. 

The question from the first girlfriend she has ever had in his life is a sweet thing for a virgin. 

From Gabu-chan's point of view, it was a sight that did not make her feel as if she had been distanced.

"I don't know, this overwhelming sense of exclusion saddens me. "

"Then I'll accompany you."

"Nora Dagu is a good girl. Are you transferring to the same school? "

"Yes, Francisca told me. "

"Well, it will be easier to manage if we are all in one place. "

"Wouldn't it be very reassuring to have my people guarding her? I'm sorry to be so one-sided, but I'd be very grateful if you could share your life with her for the time being. "

"I am very much aware of what Obasan said. I am willing to cooperate with your point of view, since I am partly responsible for the situation. I am sure that my family will be willing to consider it."

"I am glad to hear you say so."

Hearing Gabriela's decision, Francisca patted her chest. 

Combined with Nishino's reaction, it felt like a weight had been lifted off her shoulders from Obasan's point of view. 

Rose cheerfully raised her voice, whether or not she knew what was on her boss's mind.

"We've got a lot of work to do, so let's get on with it! "

"When were the movers supposed to arrive?"

"They called just now and said they'd be here by sundown."

"You should have said that earlier."

"At the rate we're going, we may not make it in time. "

"Francisca, don't just stand there and watch. "

"Why should I help you move? "

"You're a guardian, aren't you? You're the one who has to take the lead in these situations. "

"I think I'll go clean up around the front door while I'm at it. ........ "

"Then I'll help you too, Nishino-kun."

The Futsumen, who had been packing kitchen utensils, stopped what he was doing and muttered. 

Naturally, Rose responded by sitting up from her dining chair. 

Then, without a moment's pause, a voice came from Gabriella.

"Wait a minute. Since that was the case, let's leave the organization around the entrance to sister and have Gokyou Nishino help me clean up my room. I mean, I feel it would be very dangerous if you don't. "

"How can that be? "

"I have not finished cleaning up my room as far as I can tell. "

"That's true, it might be a little bit bad......."

"I've been telling you for a while now, why are you like this? "

"I was reading a manga that came out of the closet that was so interesting. "

"Ah, I’ll help you too, so let’s clean it up quickly!"

"Nishino, I'll help you too."

The guests departed from the living/dining room and went downstairs without a hitch. 

Francisca, with a can of beer in her hand, watched them off with a calm gaze. 

Gokyou Nishino, a dull-faced high school student in the lowerof the campus caste, is the most talented person in the area. A lover of dandyism, his daily life is devoted to his work using his unusual abilities. He has always been fine with a solitary way of life. He has always believed that it is cool to be cynical. 

One day, he realized the preciousness of youth. Thinking that he would never be able to lead a decent life if he did not change his attitude toward the opposite sex, he began to approach the opposite sex in all kinds of ways in order to make a wonderful girlfriend and enjoy his high school life. 

He was blessed with numerous encounters. 

In the process, he realized an important thought. 

The ardent feelings that were constantly and unceasingly directed at him from right beside him. 

This is the story of such a boy, Nishino, who spends his youth with a wonderful girlfriend.

FIN