Main Quest:Chapter 1 Part 2:VN

Shinkuju Central Park

Right, it's about a 10 minute walk out of this park. Let's hope we don't run into any more trouble...!

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I'm really worried...!	I'm scared, can we hold hands?
Aw, we'll be okay I bet!

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Well, there's a Gate here in this park, but...

Still, it's unusual to run into stray Summon like that!

......

Nonono. That's exactly what happened when I thought that way just then....

Uuaaaaaa. Let's get outta here fast before we run into any more!

Eh? What is it? Did I say something strange?

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What's a stray Summon?	What's a "Gate"?	What are your measurements?
For real, how do you not know anything about Summon or Gates...?	For real, how do you not know anything about Summon or Gates...?

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So, what are you exactly? You look like a regular human to me... right?

Eh? You're not sure yourself? Are you lost, or did you lose your memory?

Well, let's talk while we walk. Maybe something will jog your memory while we're chatting.

Hey, you can get a good view from here, see that over to your left?

A giant pillar of bright, shining light. This is that "gate" I mentioned before.

Quite a long time ago, this Shinjuku Central Park was just quiet hangout place with a lot of food stalls...

Suddenly, without warning... a huge pillar of light just shot out of nowhere.

Not just in Shinjuku, but all over Tokyo. There's 23 of 'em altogether.

The surrounding area at all of 'em are certified as under special protection, and blockaded from the public.

Well, I say blockaded, but... it's not all that strict. It isn't under guard or anything, you're just supposed to stay away, like you enter at your own risk..

A lot of people just ignore it and pass through here as long as its not night, because it's a convenient shortcut.

....Well, I might stop cutting through here for a while. I might have traumatized myself a bit back there.

In the past, the pillars were actually pretty popular sightseeing spots for a while.

But one day, out of that shining light...

Mysterious creatures appeared.

I don't know much about the details since I was just a little kid at the time, but the police and the Self Defense Forces got involved, it was a real mess.

The mysterious creatures that came out of the light pillars are called-

Summon.

.....Hm.

S-sorry, could you give me a minute for a bathroom break? I'll buy you a drink from the vending machine to make up for it.

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Actually, I need the toilet too...	I'll check out the vending machine.	Do you need help with that?
I won't be long, just gimme a bit.

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Now promise to wait for me, 'k?! Please don't go off on your own!

....Yaaawn~

What is it, Milord...? I was trying to take a nap.

Hm, is there something you want to ask?

Waha... You want to know more about Gates and Summon?

Understood! Allow me to explain.

First, pertaining to "stray Summon"-

I'm soooorryy, I don't have a clue!! Ah, please don't be angry Milord!

Because, outside of the devils from my own home, I don't know anything about them...

I can't tell you much about "stray Summon"... but Gates are another story!

"Gates" are the tool of a summoner. When summoning, one essentially opens a door that connects to another world.

Usually, the idea of connecting between worlds is considered taboo.

Temporarily connecting a phenomenon with another, the concept of a "Gate" or a "Door"- eh you don't need detailed explanation?

But the principle is that, a door can only be opened while summoning.

Because, if there are multiple existences in one place, the balance of the worlds would tremble and- no need for this too?!

Anyway, a "Gate" is a summoning door that can only be opened temporarily.

The way Milord materalized your sword earlier, could be considered as opening a "Gate" too.

...........Ahh?

Why does Milord know about the "Gate"? I don't recall having mentioned that yet?

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Behind you.

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WHAAAAAT?!? How can a gate be so enormous?!

Are you sure that's a Gate and not some tourist attraction?!

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Did you not notice it?	This isn't in the Shinjuku I know.	Salomon-kun is such an idiot.
Gaaaaahh!! Milord, you bully...!

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But the "Gate" can only be opened temporarily, It was so written in the familiar textbook (year 1 version)....

In fact, I can't feel any summon energy from the pillar over there. Maybe there is a way to awaken its power.....

Uuuuumm...

I don't really get it, but in this world, it seems like "Gates" is kept opened.

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'This' world?

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Ah? You didn't realize?

This is a different world than the one Milord came from. It may be similar, but I assure you it's different.

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An alternate world, cool!	How do I get back to my world?!	That's it, it's time for a spanking.
Wow, you're taking this surprisingly well. But that roll-with-the-punches attitude is a good thing about Milord!

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......but you really, forgot? That you were "summoned" by someone.

In other words you're the "labor" side. Simply put, it's the same as the Red Oni you just met.

Like the Red Oni is working for Milord. Milord is on a position to be working for your summoner.

In principle, after a summon is established, certain "summon conditions" will be listed out to each other.

"In exchange for this, I want you to do this", setting a contract like that.

The conditions are set on an individual basis by each Summoner, you should be able to return home if you satisfy the "summoning condition"

.......

By the way, do you have any idea who in the world.... could have summoned Milord?

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You mean you don't know?	............	That's it, put your butt out so I can spank you.
Hiyaaaaa! I-It's because I was summoned suddenly by Milord before I can report my duties....

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Well, it's okay, there's still a way to find out. Just look for the mark that stands out on the summoner's body!

All Summoners have a Summoner's Crest somewhere on them!

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When I held that sword earlier I noticed...	I don't know where mine is, I'll have to get naked.
Oh, that's it! There on the back of your hand!

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It uses the summoner's power Milord, to summon sacred treasure and link with your sword with a contract.

The star mark on your hand is the summon mark between you and your sword!

That is to say, the person who summoned Milord should have a matching mark!

And here comes the important part! There's one way to invoke the summon mark.

When the "Summoner" touches the "summon", a "summon mark" with the same shape will show on their skin.

There are no identical summon marks. It's a contract between two souls. It's unique.

So, if you find someone with the same "summon mark"! That mean that person is your "summoner'! Ahem!

Eh, how many people should you search? Well, the worst case scenario is to touch everyone in Tokyo-?

-aaaah. There are tens of millions of people in the Tokyo of this world so....

A, aha... ahaha...

So, until next time! Good ni-ght!!

Ha-, sorry for the wait! Ah-, I feel a lot better now.

What's the matter? You hungry? Got a stomachache?

We're almost out of the park, we can eat something after that.

I got hungry after the chase. It's okay to be slim, but I don't want to be all skin and bones.

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A nice meal sounds good right now.	I don't think you have to worry about that.	I'd rather eat you.
Right, right! So let's get going! Delicious food's always better with company. It warms my heart AND my belly!

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(Let's change the topic. Did you regain any of your memories?

......I see. You still can't remember anything.

And you summoned that sword, isn't it possible you're also a Summon?

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H-hey, don't look at me like that! I'm sorry, it was just a joke!

You're definitely not a Summon! I mean, you don't have feathers or fur or whatever, no matter how I look you're definitely a human.

....Eh? Why do I keep saying "Summon"?

Well... It's what I've been taught. What do they call people from other worlds where you come from?

For the the "Summons" without summoners and wandering outside, we simply call them "Stray Summons".

Oh, don't get me wrong, there's lots of friendly Summon too.

There's this great restaurant too with dishes from all the different worlds. It's great!

Eh? How many kinds of Summon are there? Well, there's a bunch...

Some are beastmen, or they have wings, animal ears, glowy eyes, or, uuuum...

-I think it'd be easier to list what kinds there aren't. I guess the short version is anything that's not a human being!

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Are there ones with blue skin?

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Yeah, yeah! If you have red you gotta have blue too.

Blue Oni: Kekekeke...

Exactly, yep, just like tha-

Blue Oni: Grraaaaahhh!!

Hieeeee, a-again!? Impossible! Bumping into them twice in one day!!

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Leave it to me!	Let's escape!	Take off your clothes now
Y-you can do it, just do like you did before! Please, Player!

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BATTLE

Y, you did it! Awesome! That's twice you beat the monsters!

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What's this...?

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What is this.... looks like a jewel.

Eh, you'll ask someone who knows? Wait, why are you closing your eyes?

Yawn... Milord you're abusing your bulter too much......

Yaya! Yayaya! Congratulations Milord!

This is an reward from the game "App"--- Namely a "Luminous Stone"!

They have a strong power to connect two souls which allows you to do special summons.

Eh, that's all you want to know? Don't you think you're treating me a bit too terribly?!

I got Luminous Stones! Let's meet new companions in the summoning gacha!

Erm, are you done yet? Who are you talking to?

We're reaching the exit of the park soon! Let's get out and eat something-! My treat!

Shinjuku Academy

Phew-----We're finally out. Thanks Player, couldn't have done it without you!

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You're welcome.	Hug him.
Yea!...Hehe, you'll be a nice friend.

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Now we left the park, let's eat! Wh-at should we eat-!

The hand-made hamburger steak in front of the station is good too, but considering the portion we should go for fast food...

Oh? The guys over there.....

Tch, Ooww! Shirooouuu! Quit pullin' on my ear damnit!

You're going to be late for dorm curfew! Honestly.... if you just came with the rest of the club members...!

-Aaahh!!

-Crap, he saw me! G, good eveniiing, Mr. Chairman! Eh, ehehe....

There you are, Ryota! It's almost past curfew!!

The foundation of community life is timeliness and adherence to the rules! -one troublemaker causes a disturbance for everyone!

N-noooo, that is, ahaha.... I mean, I ran into a little situation...

Hold on, look at you! You're covered in scratches and mud... wait a minute! Unbelievable!

That blocked area in the park....! Did you take that shortcut past the shrine?!

Er, uh, um, well, that is.... All I can say to that is....!

I, I'm sooorryyyy!

Geez... what were you thinking?

You've been told, numerous time, not to pass through that area because stray Summon may appear in-

Shirou:(awe face) .....Hm?

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Nice to meet you.

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Shirou:(awe face) .......

-Hey, Shirou? Earth to Shirou, you there?

Chairman? Something wrong? You're staring awfully hard at Player...

Shirou:(awe face) Haa!

Shirou:(awe face) I'm s-sorry. Eh, erm...... Ahem. It's nothing. Nothing.

???

Ryota. This person here.... Do you know them?

Yeah, yeah. They helped me out at the park.

...By the way chairman, you shound strange. You sound high-pitched. And you bit your tongue.

Shirou:(awe face) N-no I did not! A no is a no, alright.

Nice to meet you, Protag-san.

My name is Motoori Shiro. I'm Ryota's classmate.

It sounds like Ryota really owes you one... Thank you very much.

As his friend. And as Class Chairman. I would like to thank you.

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No, no, it's no problem.	I like you.
No, it's far from no problem... You saved a classmate's life.

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Hm.... Player, eh.

Hey, you just met, don't be rude! Sorry, Protag.

This is Kengo. Kengo Takabushi. He's also a classmate of mine, same as Mr. Chairman.

.....Hey, you look kinda tough. You don't have to say a word, you can't hide it from me.

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What do you mean by tough?	Splendid, you see right through me.	That's right, you looking for a fight?
Oioi, stop playing dumb. I'm talking about fist fighting of course? You being humble, or just crude? It doesn't matter if you're not a wimp.

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Don't talk like this to people you've just met, Kengo!

Please excuse him. He's been a violent meathead ever since we were kids...

Who's a meathead, huh! Also! It's not violence! It's martial arts, ARTS! Don't mess it up!

It's because you always try to solve things with a fight..... It's quite troublesome, really.

If you want me to stop calling you an idiot, get at least a passing- no, half a passing grade!

Do you realize you'll definitely have to repeat the year at this rate?! I'm tired of holding a study sleepover every year already.

Ah-ah-, stop nagging. O' your "majesty", the model student chairman.

I'm fine. I've decided to make a living with my fists.

I don't give a damn about repeating or being kicked out of school. It's not like I'm gonna listen to my old man's crap anyways.

Man, what a pain in the ass.

Your father has asked me to guide you become a decent man while he serves his sentence. That's why I....

Hmpf, what is "decent" anyway. I'm not going to listen to everything you say.

Besides! My dad can break a waterfall by his bare hands. Who are you trying to fool, saying he's life-sentenced!

Hey, hey, both of you. Can you not do this in front of Protag?

....Hmph.

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Sorry, you must feel pretty lost right now. These two have been friends since they were kids-

I guess you could say they're unfortunately inseperable.

Although they're like that, but- Sorry, they don't get along too well.

Shirou:(awe face) A-ahem. I'm sorry you had to witness this embarrassing scene...

Thank you very much for saving my friend.

I would like to express my gratitude but...... we're almost past the dorm curfew......!

Eh! Wow we're running late!

Erm......that's why......er....

I will, express my gratitude in another day. Eh-...I mean if you don't find it an inconvenience that is...

Gimme your number, [Player]! I'll have to keep my promise to treat you one day!

.......!

Hey, me too. Have a match with me. I'll be your opponent one day!

Shirou:(awe face) Eh, ah, that's....

Do you have any messaging apps? Just something to keep in touch....

Lemme see your phone. Hey, this one! This magic circle thingy!

The SUMMONS app. It's super multifunctional, voice chat, messaging, all kindsa stuff.

It's good that you have it, my friends asked me to install but I never touched it afterwards.

If Player is using it, then I should start using it too maybe-

Yeah, add me too. Here, I'll give you my ID.

Eh, Kengo? That's weird. I didn't think you were into that.

Well, I just thought it was kinda interesting. I only use it for chatting.

Shirou:(awe face) .......

Mm? What's wrong, Chairman?

Shirou:(awe face) Can you......add me as well?

Eh-, that's rare! You always say this kind of stuff is vulgar.

N-no......Ahem. This is called social studies. It's not bad just to try it out, I think....

Shirou:(awe face) S-so I mean......! Let's......start with being friends......!

Chairman, I think you're getting off track now. Let's install the app now shall we?

Okay, I'm done adding in everyone's ID! We should get going now.

We're heading back to our dormitory, which way are you heading Player?

Oh, right. Player has-

What's wrong? Is your home really far away?

What? You run away from home or somethin'?

Runaway? That is no good! Your parents will be worried about you!

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.........	I don't want to leave you guys.
I see...

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No, you don't have to say a word...... I understand. There are times when a person doesn't want to say anything.

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I'm sorry if I'm sticking my nose in your business too much. It's up to you, but....

Would you.... like to stay in our student dorm?

Oh?

Eh?

Shirou:(awe face) What are you so surprised about?

Well, hey......Ryouta. Of all things from Mr. Chairman, yea?

Y-yea. Are you sure Chairman? Inviting someone without a permission like that.....

If you must say......Player, Ryouta. Look at yourselves, both of you.

Aah...

You see. Both of you are covered in mud and cuts. Even if you want to go back, you can't take the public transport like this.

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I'm covered in mud.

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I'm living in the dorm so I can always shower there, but.....

It's really rare for you. What's wrong Chairman? Usually you'll say things like rules are rules.

I'll explain things to Monobe-sensei. It'll be fine, just leave this to me.

That's only my suggestion, Player. Would you, want to drop over to our place?

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If you insist.	Why are you so kind to me?	If you keep this up I'll end up falling for you, you know
You're quite honest, aren't you.

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I won't allow myself to abandon someone who helped my......classmate.

On top of that, it's only natural to help someone in need, it's written so in books.

Way to go, Chairman! If it's decided then let's---Go go go!

-Ah-I'm getting hungry already. What are we going to have for dinner-?

Our dormitory's cafeteria is actually quite good. Player, you're going to eat with us right?

What are you looking at? You found someone strong? Player.

What's wrong? You're looking around like there's something strange....

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Uuum...	Should I be worried about this...	I don't think I'm hallucinating...

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Is it just me…

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or are there…

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giant animal people walking around....?!

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Ah, were you surprised? Don't worry, those aren't stray Summon.

I told you about them before, didn't I? People with wings, tails, beast people, there's lot of non-humans around Tokyo.

Is that uncommon where you're from?

I don't see what the big deal is. They're everywhere in Tokyo.

There's a bunch at our school too. Not just the students, but-

Outside Academy Building

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...the teachers too.

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T-those clothes...	N-nice clothes...

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Well, yeah. That's Triton-sensei. He's a Merman Summon.

He's the PE teacher, and the Water Polo department advisor. He's always dressed like that.

Crap, just look at his face. He's gonna give us hell for breaking the curfew.

Uuugh... I ran as fast as I could, but I wonder...

Kengo Takabushi, and Ryota Yakushimaru! You two have some nerve to break curfew so brazenly, don't you?

Guh...!

S-sorryyy!

Triton-sensei, I apologize for being late.

I'm here to report the results of the dorm roll call. With these two, everyone is accounted for.

Hmph. Indeed.

Triton:(Grin face) I'd expect nothing less from the one Kyouma-sensei entrusted with the chairman position.

It seems you're very adept at handling problem children.

No... that's just a matter of experience.

Tch. Brown noser.

...What was that? You should be more discreet if you're going to make snide remarks!

Quit it! Oww!!

Hey, hey, it's awfully loud out here isn't it? You guys know you're breaking curfew?

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Someone even more amazing showed up..

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That's Jinn-sensei, also from the PE department. He's always radiating heat and smoke like that.

He's the advisor for the baseball team. I think he was... a genie of a lamp.

Gahaha!! Breaking curfew again eh, you two?

You guys! Well, it's good to be reckless and lively while you're still young!

......Jinn-sensei. Do you think it's appropriate, as a teacher, to speak this way to students flagrantly breaking rules in your presence?

Wa~ sheesh. Petty as usual, aren't you Triton? You're too damn serious all the time.

.......Is that so?

Jinn-sensei, dressing like that in front of students. Aren't you ashamed of yourself?

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What.

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Nono. After all, Triton, are you any better?

This is swimwear! Moreover, they're custom-made! There's nothing shameful about it!

You're just wearing underwear! It's nothing but underwear! Underwear!!

Jinn:(angry face) This ain't underwear! It's traditional garb back in my world!

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That isn't the point here at all.

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You think you can just badmouth my homeworld's clothing!? I'll make smoked fish outta you!

Yeah. Bring it on! I'll douse your fire but good!

-there they go again. They fight like cats and dogs.

S-sensei, sorry to interrupt, but I needed to consult someone.

Huh?

Whaddya want?

Um, about this person over here--- Err, their name is Player and-

The hell's a "Player?"

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.........?

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Oh, I remember! Player! Aaah, you're the transfer I heard about!

I think I haven't seen a transfer stubent since working here? Mmh.

Alright, good good, come on! I'll take you to see Kyouma-sensei!

Hey, stop right there Jinn! Get out of the way! I'll take them!

There they go..... What should we do?

Shirou:(awe face) .....

Elsewhere in Shinjuku Academy

Kyouma-sensei-! I've brought that transfer stubent here!

Hey Jinn, are you trying to take all the credit? Kyouma-sensei, I've brought the transfer stubent here!

Kyouma:(frown face) Oh, well done. Jhinn-sensei, Triton-sensei.

Kyouma:(frown face) I'll handle Player from here. Thank you very much.

No sweat! It's all for our wonderful students! I shall show them love as hot as fire!

It should be me dealing with the students. I shall show them love as deep as the sea!

Hahaha. Surprised? Those two are our school's famous teachers.

They're always competing restlessly over who's the favorite among the student body.

They both love their students from the bottom of their hearts but, they also tend to overdo it.

They're definately not bad teachers... despite themselves.

Well, let's end the talk here. Please come in. I'll gather the documents for you.

Let me introduce myself again. I'm Monobe Kyouma. I'm a teacher of this school.

Have a look at the documents. These are all the papers you need for school transfer-

These are the law-binding documents for me becoming your guarantor.

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Transfer stubent??	My guarantor?
Kyouma:(frown face) Yes, that's right. Is something the matter?

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This is your signature here on the document, right? Is there a mistake?

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WHAAAAA?!	That's... my handwriting...
Kyouma:(frown face) .....What's wrong? You don't seem satisfied.

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This is all news to me...	I don't remember signing this.
.....You don't remember? Did you, lose your memory?

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Kyouma:(frown face) That's a problem. But for the time being, let us teachers sort this out.

Kyouma:(frown face) I know that you feel insecure. It's hard to believe everything from someone you've just met.

Kyouma:(frown face) But with these papers here, you are already a student of this school-

To me, the students and faculty of this academy are like family. I won't do any harm to you.

If you want to say something or do something, just say so, Player.

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Okay.	.........
Yes, that's a good answer! So, look behind you.

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Waaa!!

Guh!!

Shirou:(awe face) Ooh!!

Nuooh?!

Jinn:(angry face) Ngh?!

Kyouma:(frown face) Good grief, even the teachers...

Kyouma:(frown face) Your peeping skills are shoddy.

Aha, ahahahaha. I heard Player is going to live with us.

Shirou:(awe face) Th-that is....! I merely wanted to stick around to welcome....

I don't really care or nothin'. It's these two.

Triton:(smile face) More students to love! It's as wonderful as the ocean!

Come this way to the dormitory! I'll show you right away!

....Just like that they're getting carried away again. About your decision, you can think of it once you're settled.

From today, you're free to stay in Dormitory No. 1 of Shinjuku Academy.

I hope you'll get along with your fellow students. Nice to meet you.

Elsewhere, in an Office

Young Master, forgive my rudeness for disturbing your night's rest. There is a matter I'm sure you would wish to hear of.

.....You're forgiven. Speak.

An "App" battle was observed at the Shinjuku Central Park a few hours ago.

The participants were several "Stray Summon", and a human... or at least what appeared to be a human.

As far as we know, there is no Summon on record matching their appearance.

Our collaborators in the area have reported... The unidentified person's Rule is "Severance."

-ho? "Severance" you say. The "Rare" ability everyone was waiting for, at last.

Yes, as you expected, young master.

The "rule" of Severance. It was only expected to appear by assumption...

This is the first time it has been observed in Tokyo, as far as I know.

What is the attribute of their Sacred Treasure? If it is Holy, presumbaly it's the scissors of the three sisters, or the reaper's sickle if Dark...

That would make sense, Young Master. ....However, neither of those is the case.

Their attribute is not Fire, Water or Wood as well. Not even Demon.

The app display reads "All."

Fire, Water, Wood, Holy and Dark all simultaneously.

……Yes, I understand. You had a good reason to disturb my rest, my faithful servant.

Seems the stalemate between guilds will come to an end soon. The next step is about to begin.

You are correct, young master.

Snow, my loyal familiar. Your master has a new order.

Prepare a welcome for our future guest, in the traditional Ikebukuro Guild fashion.

Of course. Understood.

But first, there is one last thing.

There is a definite possibility that other guilds are privy to this newcomer as well. Roppongi in particular.

I believe we should send an envoy right away, before they take action.

No, leave it be.

Skulking about in the shadows isn't how we do things. We make a show of force.

……Ah, how foolish of me. It would be a betrayal of the principle of "Strength" this guild was founded upon.

I do admire your commitment to your ideals.

Snow, I do hope that person is stronger than anyone else. If not.....this Tokyo, will be filled with corpses.

                                             CHAPTER 1 END