Day 18 Month Water

  Yue! Yue!

  Ugggh, who the hell keeps shouting my name… did you not see that I was sleeping?

  Yue-san~! If you don’t wake up I’ll punch you with my hammer you know~!

  Alright! Alright! I’m waking up…

  “...Nnrrnn, Shia? Myuu?” (Yue)

  “Yue-san! You finally woke up!” (Shia)

  “Yue Onee-chan nano!” (Myuu)

  When I woke up, Shia and a teary-eyed Myuu were right beside me in my room. Myuu immediately jumped and hugged me tightly as if she was never going to let me go while Shia csped my hands looking really worried.

  “...Nrrrn, why the rush, did you not know I was still sleeping?” (Yue)

  “It’s because you’re sleeping for too long desu! Idiot Yue-san…” (Shia)

  “...Nnrrn, what time is it? And how long have I been sleeping?” (Yue)

  “It’s almost noon. By the way, you slept for two days.” (Shia)

  “...Nn?” (Yue)

  It’s been two days?! No wonder they’d worry if I’d ever wake up, I’ve been sleeping for more than 2 days straight. My mental fatigue must’ve been astronomically high ever since that fight against Isis-san.

  “...Where’s Hajime?” (Yue)

  “Hajime-san woke up this morning. By the way, just to let you know, the first thing Hajime-san did after he woke up was immediately crawl himself to your room to check if you’re okay. He returned to his room after he confirmed that you’re okay, though.” (Shia)

  ‘...Hajime.” (Yue)

  As I was still moved by Hajime’s action while also feeling bad that I roped him into this whole situation, something suddenly hit my head with an extraordinary force.

  “Ouch! What the hell are you doing, Shia?!” (Yue)

  As I questioned Shia why she’d suddenly punched my head even though I just woke up, she got teary eyed while scolding me for the first time in a while.

  “Why you ask? It’s because you did something stupid! You asked Isis-san for a fight even though you damn well know about her magic aura! ” (Shia)

  “B-b-but…” (Yue)

  “No buts! Hajime-san already ratted you out! When Hajime-san and you both met Isis-san for the first time, you both had Soul Shell on you both, didn't you!?” (Shia)

  “...Yes…” (Yue)

  “And it didn’t work on Isis-san’s magic aura, did it!?” (Shia)

  “...Yes…” (Yue)

  “And despite all of that! You still asked for a spar?! Against someone whose mere presence is enough to drive us all insane!?” (Shia)

  “...” (Yue)

  I really can’t say anything to refute Shia here, me and Hajime already knew about Isis-san’s Magic Power of Death before and how it’s so strong and deadly it pierces through Soul Shell’s protection. Yet, I was still adamant in fighting against Isis-san in such a situation.

  Yep, I definitely flunked hard.

  But Shia’s scolding didn’t stop there, or rather, she was just getting started.

  “Not only that! While you’re not directly at fault, you brought so much danger to all of the cssmates alongside Kaori-san, Shizuku-san, the Hero, and even Hajime-san! When me and Tio-san went to the training ground to check, all of them had fallen to the ground while trembling and weeping, you know!? They were so afraid. Kaori-san and Shizuku-san, who have higher mental strength than the other, were hugging each other from fear even after Alice-san helped them recover! Speaking of Alice-san, she, alongside Eul-san and Sirius-san, were kind enough to carry all of them back to the castle and even helped them recover, otherwise they would never fully recover their mental scars! Hell, even me and Tio-san, who just arrived at the scene, are already scared out of our mind by Isis-san’s magic aura even though we were so far away from the fight! That alone already tells me that Isis-san’s magic aura is not to be taken lightly and yet you’re still stubborn! It’s a miracle that Remia-san, Aiko-san, Myuu, Moana-san, and Au-san didn’t show up, otherwise the damage would have been even more severe, you know!?” (Shia)

  “I-I-I get it Shiaaaa, you can slow down noooow, see you forgot to put in your desu there.” (Yue)

  “WHO GIVES A CRAP ABOUT THAT DESU!!!” (Shia)

  Hyiiih, scary… the st time I saw Shia this angry is when I told Shia to take care of Hajime in the Schnee Snowfield Labyrinth in case I’d disappear. At that time, she was really terrifying, and the Shia in front of me is no less terrifying than before.

  “AND MOST OF ALL!!!” (Shia)

  As Shia says this, I thought she’s gonna punch my head again so I closed my eyes instinctively.

  But the punch never arrived. Rather, Shia hugged me tightly like Myuu whose eyes were stained with tears.

  “I’m… really really really gd both you and Hajime-san are safe.” (Shia)

  “...Shia…” (Yue)

  “I was so scared, when you and Hajime-san used Concept Magic before, I know things get serious, so serious that both of you need to fight for your life, yet it didn’t work. I seriously thought you were gonna disappear when you didn’t wake up yesterday.” (Shia)

  “...” (Yue)

  Seriously, my decision to have a spar with Isis-san caused this much damage to the surroundings. I seriously didn’t think this through before.

  I really am a bad sister and wife, huh.

  As I thought of this, I lifted my hand and gently pet Shia’s head.

  “...There there, I’m sorry, I really am.” (Yue)

  “Sniff. Promise you won’t do something like that again?” (Shia)

  “...I promise.” (Yue)

  “You really promise? If not, I will split your spine in half desu.” (Shia)

  “I-I-I promise Shia. I swear on my title as the first wife of the Nagumo Household that I will always consult and be mindful towards my family first before I do something drastic again. So please don’t split my spine in half, even with my regeneration, painful stuff is still painful…” (Yue)

  “...Nn, I’ll hold on to that promise.” (Shia)

  As I promised to Shia to never pull this dangerous stunt again, I continued petting and caressing both Shia and Myuu’s head, trying to calm them down.

  “Stupid Yue-san, stupid poopyhead Yue-san. We’re so lucky that both Isis-san and Alice-san were kind enough to help us.” (Shia)

  “...Yes, I know. Sorry for making you worry.” (Yue)

  “Stupid Yue-san, stupid ft chested—ABAH!?” (Shia)

  “...Now you’re going too far.” (Yue)

  Anyway, since I’ve been sleeping for the past two days, I wonder what happened while I was still in dreamnd.

  For the time being, I decided to change my clothing and get out of my room.

  “...Nn, by the way, what was the situation two days ago?” (Yue)

  “Remia-san and Aiko-san were nursing the cssmates that were subjected to Isis-san's magic aura before Alice-san helped them recover. Aiko-san was really flustered when she saw all of their mental states. She panicked even more when Soul Magic didn’t work when she and Tio-san used those to heal their mental damage. All of us were also really worried and shocked when Yue-san and Hajime-san were carried by Isis-san and Alice-san respectively. Also, Alice-san restored all of Hajime-san’s artifacts so she just took them to one of Isis-san’s storage rooms.” (Shia)

  “...I see, and how’s their condition now?” (Yue)

  “Some of them still had their minds broken, so Alice-san healed them yesterday. Also, me and Tio-san asked to be healed by Alice-san since Isis-san’s Magic Power of Death was powerful enough to sear fear into our souls, and Soul Magic wasn’t able to get rid of it. Both Kaori-san and Shizuku-san are still a little scared of Isis-san, but they managed to hold a conversation as long as they were together desu.” (Shia)

  Heck, even with Alice-san’s help, they’re still under Isis-san’s Magic Power of Death’s influence, Isis-san’s strength… is really no joke.

  The worst part is there’s apparently someone even stronger than her, what the heck is with that! Isn’t that beyond cheating already!? You’re telling me someone who can instill fear down to the very soul with just her presence is not even the strongest?! I feel like the more I stay here the more confused I become about the state of this world…

  I’m still confused about how the hell this world can be this peaceful, despite multiple natural disaster level beings that are more than capable of destroying the world roaming freely. I then saw a familiar figure walking towards me.

  As I realized who it was, I immediately abandoned my previous thought and ran to him full speed without stopping.

  “Hajime!” (Yue)

  “Yue!” (Hajime)

  Hajime! Hajime! I’m so gd you’re safe! Ah, my Hajime, you look so handsome! Let’s kiss!

  “Hey! Don’t you dare forget about me and Shizuku-chan! Shoo shoo!” (Kaori)

  Tch, even though I tried to filter Bakaori out of my vision, she still nags about me hugging my beloved Hajime.

  Damn you Bakaoriiiiiii!!!

  “Anyway. Yue, good morning.” (Shizuku)

  “...Nn, morning Shizuku.” (Yue)

  “...Hey, did you just ignore me? Hey, did you think we magically forgot why we’re in this state to begin with, I wonder? I wonder?” (Kaori)

  “Now now Kaori-san, surely Yue-san was worried about Hajime-san so let her bask in Hajime-san’s embrace first.” (Shia)

  Nice safe, Shia!

  But anyway, as much as I hate to admit it, Bakaori’s words were right. I'm the main cause that they ended up in a horrible situation two days ago, so I should apologize.

  It’s just… I really don’t want to apologize to Bakaori, but since the situation was really dire, I really should sincerely apologize.

  And so, after I hugged my beloved Hajime while being stared at by a certain yandere Hannya for a while, I reluctantly let go of him and bowed down to everyone.

  “...I’m sorry, Hajime, Kaori, Shizuku, for recklessly putting you all in dangerous situations before.” (Yue)

  As I finished my apologies, some time passed, then a light jab nded on my head. As I looked up, the source is from a pouting Bakaori.

  “There! I’m still not satisfied yet so that’s your punishment, since you’re sincere, I didn’t put in much force so be thankful! Hmph!” (Kaori)

  “There there Kaori, anyway, I also accept your apologies. Though, I think there’s a more troubling matter.” (Shizuku)

  …Right, I forgot but we did create a Concept Magic to banish Isis-san out of Trinia out of desperation before. While it failed, it still posed a threat towards her if it nded.

  Of course since we used an exorbitant amount of mana to construct the Concept Magic, there’s bound to be someone who’s able to sense it.

  No matter how desperate the situation we were in, we still tried to banish Isis-san out of Trinia. And obviously, Kaito-san wouldn’t forgive us that easily since we put his wife in a dangerous situation due to my reckless actions.

  Nn, that is also why we decided to meet up with Isis-san and Kaito-san with the compass instead of teleporting to them, since it’ll be rude to just teleport out of nowhere and I bet that the Pleiades won’t be as forgiving if we do so.

  Luckily, Hajime said he’ll be with me to apologize to her since he’s also partially at fault. I love you, Hajime.

  Oh, and the extra Shia, Bakaori and Shizuku, I guess.

  By the way, when I asked where the rest of the Wifie~s were, they’re all nursing the remaining cssmates that are still under Isis-san’s magic aura’s effect.

  …Once again, Magic Power of Death is no joke, just like what Alice-san said before. Isis-san’s magic aura is really something that makes Hajime’s bloodlust feel like a gentle breeze.

  Anyway, after several minutes, we arrived in front of a rge door leading to the room Isis-san was in. I instinctively gulped, whether it’s because I’m instinctively afraid of meeting Isis-san due to the effect of her magic aura lingering within my soul, or because of another factor.

  Well just like what Hajime usually says when we tread the unknown, whether an oni or a serpent awaits us behind the door, I’m sure Hajime and I can overcome it together.

  …Well besides our previous fight against Isis-san, but we don’t talk about that…

  As I anxiously opened the door, what awaited us behind the door was…

  “All hail our Goddess Isis-sama. All hail our God Kaito-sama” (cssmates)

  “Umm…” (Isis)

  “Uhh…” (Kaito)

  …What’s behind the door is most of the cssmates bowing down in dogeza in front of Isis-san and Kaito-san who are sitting on a luxurious seat fit for royalty with strange expressions on their faces.

  Naturally, we’re all taken aback by the cssmates’ antics. I almost closed the door immediately, but seeing Isis-san and Kaito-san’s expressions while they sat at the podium, I realized that they’re also feeling uncomfortable towards this charade.

  “What the hell are you all doing?” (Hajime)

  “Ah, if it isn't the Demon King Nagumo Hajime-san.” (Atsushi)

  “Oi Tamai, what the fuck are you all doing right now? And why the fuck did you called me like that, drop it, it’s creepy.” (Hajime)

  “Well, as you can see, we’re all worshiping our lord and savior Isis-sama and Kaito-sama. When Alice-sama healed us from Isis-sama’s magic aura’s influence, our mind and soul was cleared of any impurities and dirty thoughts, allowing us to truly think for the first time in our lives. We’re all thankful to Isis-sama and Kaito-sama for this chance so we’re worshiping them as our deities. Ah, but not to worry, we’re also still worshiping you as our Demon King-sama.” (Atsushi)

  Creepy, this whole charade is really creepy, it even creeps the kind hearted Isis-san and Kaito-san.

  On closer looks, we can see the Pleiades looking at the cssmates with cold and scary eyes with Eul-san trying to escape Iris-san’s grip. Some of the cssmates even jolted a little.

  “So, what business do you owe to Isis-sama and Kaito-sama?” (Atsushi)

  “Well, we do have some business to do with both of them, but first of all, Yue.” (Hajime)

  “...Nn” (Yue)

  “ABABABABABABABABABABABA!!!” (cssmates)

  As Hajime gave me the signal, I alongside Hajime cast lightning magic to electrocute all of the cssmates to wake them up before they do something irreparable and bring us trouble.

  Couple of minutes ter, all of them were burned to a crisp, and so we all headed towards Isis-san and Kaito-san to greet them.

  “So, uhh… Good… afternoon I guess?” (Hajime)

  “Good afternoon, everyone.” (Kaito)

  Nn, Kaito-san greeted us back, though not with the gentle smile he usually wears, but with a stern expression.

  Yep, he’s definitely angry alright.

  I heard a saying in Hajime’s world that the anger of a patient and gentle person should be feared. Well, that saying is true for Shia, but it felt much more apparent with Kaito-san.

  Seriously, I felt goosebumps while cold sweat poured out from my face when he stared at us with his seething gre. He looked like a King disappointed in his vassals when he did that while sitting in that luxurious chair. When I took a gnce at Shia, Kaori, and Shizuku, they all felt the same judging by their expressions.

  But it’s less about fear due to our survival instinct, it’s more like when our parents found out we did something really bad and they’re confronting us about it, that’s the closest thing we’re feeling right now.

  “So, I’m guessing all of you have something to say?” (Kaito)

  As soon as Kaito-san finished his words, I immediately jolted and jumped in front of Hajime while bowing down to him like a proper Japanese person.

  “I’m sorry for pcing your beloved wife in danger because of my reckless action!” (Yue)

  “...Mm, But I’m not the one you should be apologizing right now, though?” (Kaito)

  …Right, as Kaito-san said, I immediately turned my body towards Isis-san and bowed to her in a simir fashion.

  “Isis-san!” (Yue)

  “U-un?” (Isis)

  “I’m sorry for putting you in danger before! I know I've been under your magic aura influence before, but it’s not an excuse! In fact, I should’ve been more tactful given that I know a certain extent of your magic aura’s capability, so not only did I underestimate it, I recklessly challenged you to a fight knowing full well of your magic aura’s capability! And so! I deeply apologize for trying to forcefully banish you from Trinia!” (Yue)

  Nn. I said what needs to be said. I truly felt guilty after I realized that not only the returnees’ state were in shambles because of my recklessness, I even put Isis-san in danger, knowingly that it wasn’t a serious fight for my life, but a spar to know my limit.

  Well, my limit was painfully told by the fact that Isis-san completely obliterated both me and Hajime, though…

  For some reason I can hear a certain idiot stalker say “so she can properly apologize, huh?” or something simir.

  Bakaori, I’ll remember this ter.

  Anyway, now that it comes down to this, it all comes down to Isis-san’s verdict.

  Some time passed after I announced my apology towards Isis-san, and the only response from her… is dead silence.

  “Oi Kaito—” (Hajime)

  “You’re gonna ask me to give Yue-san some sck, right? Sadly I won’t. Furthermore the one who will give the final decision here is Isis-san, so you won’t be getting anything from me.” (Kaito)

  Hajime tried to help me a little, though sadly he got shot down by Kaito-san with a stern warning. But it is what he said, whatever the case, the one who will bring down judgment is Isis-san.

  After some time passed, I felt a gentle hand pced on my head, stroking it.

  “Unn… are you okay now?” (Isis)

  “Y-y-yes, I heard that I was healed by Alice-san. At least it didn’t have a sting effect on me.” (Yue)

  “Fufu, it’s okay… rather… sorry for scaring you… all of you…” (Isis)

  Rather than getting angry, she apologizes to not only me but to Hajime, the Wifie~s,and the cssmates that woke up from the electro therapy.

  As I looked up to Isis-san, she had a really gentle, yet sad gaze. She must’ve been really worried that her magic aura was still affecting us. Her archangel aura is so bright it's blinding.

  “...Nn, you don’t need to worry about us, Isis-san, they’ve already fought in life and death situations very often so they should be fine.” (Yue)

  “Unn, if you say so… also, come on, stand up…” (Isis)

  Isis-san instructed me to stand up, to which I did, she continued patting my head.

  “You know… I’m very surprised… you still cared about your beloved… even though you were afraid… I’m amazed you know?” (Isis)

  “...Nn, I was really scared back then. But I’m afraid of losing Hajime more.” (Yue)

  “Unn, I know… when Kaito was attacked by Bck bears, I was so afraid… that he might vanish forever… That’s why, it’s okay… I won’t take him… or your families away, okay? There there~…” (Isis)

  As Isis-san said this, she stroked my head even more. Nn~ it’s fine, hell it felt really good. But, you know, we’re still in front of everyone in this room so it was a bit embarrassing.

  “I-I-Isis-san, i-it’s okay nooow, I’m not afraid anymore, okay?” (Yue)

  “Unn? You don’t like… me patting you?” (Isis)

  “No, in fact, I love it.” (Yue)

  As soon as Isis-san asked me with a sad gaze, I immediately answered with that. That’s right, ugh at me all you want, but I swore I won’t make Isis-san sad the second time because of me!

  So please! Hajime! Shia! Everyone! Don’t look at me with that gaaaaaaaazeeee!!!

  Ah, Isis-san’s hand, it was so small yet so soft, it strokes through my hair like a high css comb. Coupled with her angelic aura, it felt really pleasant~.

  “Fuwaa~” (Yue)

  Gweh!? Did I just say that out loud!?

  Looking at Hajime and the rest’s expressions, I did say that, no, I definitely say that!

  AHHHH, JUST KILL MEEEEEE!!!!!!

  “Fufufu, cute.” (Isis)

  “...Just kill me.” (Yue)

  How ironic, I escaped from death and found myself dying from shame, fate is truly cruel.

  …Well, maybe Fate-san is chuckling in her bed right now if she did arrange this whole thing.

  As I’m slowly dying inside out of embarrassment while being patted by Isis-san, all of the sudden I was pulled from my shoulder by two hands. As I gnced at who pulled me, I saw Hajime and Shia looking jealous.

  “Hey hey, I know you’re comforting Yue and I’m thankful for that but it’s more than enough isn’t it?” (Hajime)

  “Yes desu! One pat is enough so don’t steal Yue-san from us desu!” (Shia)

  “Fufufu, don’t worry, I know.” (Isis)

  As I was still dying inside, Isis-san chuckled with her hand on her mouth like a super high css dy, seemingly amused.

  Just kill me already…

  “So, everything is settled then, are you sure about this Isis-san?” (Kaito)

  As if to snap me back to reality, Kaito-san asked Isis-san if it’s okay to let me go with this much.

  “Unn, in the first pce… I was the one that drove them to this extent… so it’s okay.” (Isis)

  “Haaah, okay, if you say so.” (Kaito)

  As soon as Kaito-san heard Isis-san’s confirmation, his stern face disappeared and out came his usual gentle smile.

  Phew! I was really terrified about what would happen if Kaito-san didn’t forgive us like that. Seriously, I don’t want to imagine the outcome but it’s all good now!

  And I see that Hajime and the rest are also relieved that Kaito-san is back to his usual self.

  “Fufufu, you don’t need to be too stern… I’m not so weak, you know?” (Isis)

  “But still, you’re in danger, as your husband I was really worried.” (Kaito)

  “Unn… it’s okay… I’m still here as your wife.” (Isis)

  “Isis-san…” (Kaito)

  As Isis-san confirms Kaito-san’s worry, he hugged Isis-san tightly yet gently, relieved that she’s safe. Isis-san blushed in his embrace, but she nevertheless hugged him back.

  The air around them began to change into a sweet pink, with the air seemingly starting to smell like the fragrance of sugar.

  Seriously, they make such a good couple it makes me a bit jealous. Nn, I wished me and Hajime could be like that, too.

  “Uggh, so precious.” (Atsushi)

  …For some reason the male cssmates are all looking at Kaito-san and Isis-san’s flirtations with waterfalls flowing out from their eyes, but we all choose to ignore that.

  Well, since the crisis was averted, we all decided to eat lunch and went about our day on a lighter note.

  Afterword:

  Serious-senpai: W-whoa… to think Kaito was actually angry at them. This is actually the first time Kaito got this angry after the Main Story of Yuushou ended.

  Author: Well, even though Isis could have beaten them with no issue, that st Concept Magic will cause Isis a lot of trouble if it nded. Of course, if Isis were to be banished from Trinia, either Shallow Vernal-sama or Alice will return her from the boundary between worlds immediately. But just a tiny bit of trouble is enough to make Kaito worry sick of Isis’ well-being so it’s no wonder he got angry.

  ???: Fufufu~ Kaito-san got angry because his wives are slightly troubled is so cool!