535 - I Was Genderswapped and Reincarnated as a Villainess, but I’m Making this My Personal Yuri Game

Login Work Information Impressions Reviews Add to Bookmarks Display Adjustments Please log in to use the bookmark feature. Reincarnated as a Villainess in a Yuri Game: Now I Play as a Female Character Author: Taira no Asomi Previous Next 536/1418 Chapter 535: "Spring Etiquette Lessons" Not long after the academy entered spring break, people were gathering one after another at a massive facility owned by the Kujo Group. At its entrance stood Lady Sakuya Kujo, graciously welcoming the arriving guests. "Good day, Seri-chan." "Good morning, Sakuya-chan." Seri Higuchi, who arrived at the vast facility—the venue for the etiquette lessons leading up to the new year's Kujo family party—cheerfully responded to being welcomed by her idol, Sakuya Kujo. Lady Sakuya treated Seri no differently than her other friends. However, those other friends were all from high-ranking families. For someone like Seri, from a lower family, mingling easily with those from distinguished families was unthinkable. Moreover, claiming to be a friend of Lady Sakuya, a prestigious member of the Kujo family, was audacious. Yet, Lady Sakuya paid no heed to such notions and interacted with Seri no differently than she did with her other friends. Seri was always grateful for her thoughtfulness. Thus, Seri resolved not to show any disgraceful behavior worthy of such trust. Being the daughter of the underground Higuchi family, if anyone were to dismiss her as "just another lower family member," it would tarnish the reputation of Lady Sakuya herself. Someone of Sakuya's stature would have every action and behavior of her entourage scrutinized by adversaries. Therefore, Seri diligently worked to ensure she didn't drag down her admired Lady Sakuya. She studied etiquette, initially only receiving standard lessons typical of other lower families, and threw herself wholeheartedly into her academy studies. Seri put her whole heart and soul into everything within their group, learning earnestly through every opportunity. Lady Sakuya mastered anything effortlessly. Even when gathering for concert rehearsals, after practicing briefly on instruments she had never touched before, she played them effortlessly. She consistently achieved perfect scores in academics, never once faltering in her manners or conduct. Her appearance was elegant, her features flawless, and her intelligence unparalleled. It seemed she fit every conceivable word of praise. Though she appeared glamorous at first glance, she was truly simple and unpretentious, valuing substance over ostentation. In every aspect, she surpassed everyone else. It was not surprising that society called her the "Perfect Empress." To avoid hindering such a remarkable person and to be of some help, countless young women, including Seri, always strove tirelessly behind the scenes. Even Tokudaiji Azami, who outwardly appeared to joke around, was in fact constantly striving earnestly in order to assist Sakuya. Among the group members, they all recognized each other's efforts well. Those who previously did not excel academically were not idly playing around; they simply dedicated themselves to other pursuits, sacrificing their study time. However, recently, Lady Sakuya began assisting them with their studies, causing everyone's grades to soar in no time. They believed they had done everything imaginable to improve. Yet, by merely having Lady Sakuya spare a bit of her time, their situations changed dramatically. Lady Sakuya was transcendent in every regard—a celestial being, an angel, perhaps even a goddess or a deity incarnate. To catch up to such an esteemed Sakuya, Seri participated in the etiquette lessons every year, continually putting all her effort into reaching closer to the ultimate example, determined to learn the highest level of etiquette. "Let's master proper etiquette this year!" "Hehe, you're very motivated. But Seri-chan, you're already more than capable and could take a higher-level course." Sincerely pleased by such remarks from her idolized Sakuya, Seri inwardly denied it was true. With the world’s highest standard right in front of her, she resolved to strive harder to come even closer. --- "Morning! Sakuya-chan!" "Good day, Anzu-san." Anzu spotted Sakuya standing at the entrance and rushed over like a puppy. Having graduated middle school this year, Anzu knew her chances to see Sakuya would dramatically decrease. The thought saddened her, but she maintained her cheerful demeanor. "I'm looking forward to the delicious lunch at the etiquette lessons this year too!" "Oh my, Anzu-san," Sakuya laughed heartily at Anzu's eager joke, filling Anzu with happiness at the sight alone. Given the vast disparity in their statuses, with Anzu being from the low-ranking Imao family, while Sakuya hailed from the illustrious Kujo family, only Sakuya's friendly nature permitted such interaction. Had it been with any other distinguished family, things would have turned out differently. Because of this, Anzu deliberately maintained a playful, joking demeanor. It was her way of repaying Sakuya for allowing such attitudes and words. In truth, Sakuya was an unreachable figure, a person one could never dream of being close friends with. Nonetheless, out of respect and gratitude for Sakuya, who accepted and permitted even Anzu's romantic feelings, Anzu continued to playfully portray the jester role Sakuya desired. --- The three who alighted from the waiting Kujo family car found themselves speechless. "...Wait, is this the place?" "...Yeah." "It ought to be... right..." The trio of Hoozuki, Suzuran, and Karin had no means of reaching the etiquette lesson venue, so the Kujo family's ride had come to fetch them. After meeting up at the Fuji Dorm, they boarded the luxurious Kujo limousine and ended up here. Just when they thought they'd finally grown accustomed, they were once again awestruck. "...Does the Kujo family own this facility too?" "Rather than the Kujo family, it seems to be a facility of the Kujo Group's company." "...Still, it's effectively under the Kujo's ownership." "That's... well... true..." The colossal facility towering before them covered an unbelievably vast area for being in the city center. It wasn't just expansive; it was meticulously organized with every conceivable facility and park. It catered to every sport imaginable, from tennis courts to soccer fields and grounds. Even though some sporting equipment isn't permanently installed, the facilities can be rapidly reconfigured to accommodate different sports, much like certain domes that can switch between soccer fields and baseball grounds. Here, too, the facilities are designed for quick and easy conversion and maintenance according to usage needs. "Oh my! Good day, Hozuki-san, Suzuran, and Karin. I'm so glad you could make it." "......" Despite the spring weather, the ultraviolet rays were strong enough to cause sunburn. And yet, at the entrance stood a young lady of captivating beauty, seemingly out of this world. Even in the morning sunlight, she warmly greeted participants. Caught off guard by more than just her welcome, the trio was momentarily transfixed by the sheer beauty of the young lady standing before them. "Ah... G-good morning, Sakuya." "...Mm. Morning, Sakuyan." "Good morning, Lady Kujou." After a brief moment of bewilderment, the three finally gathered themselves and returned the greeting. Hoozuki suppressed an overwhelming urge to embrace the smiling young woman. "It's about time, so let's head inside with everyone." "Oh, really? I'd appreciate you leading the way." Hoozuki meant it; without guidance, navigating such a vast facility could lead them to get lost easily. Even with signs and staff around, venturing into an odd part of the facility could leave someone wandering lost for an entire day. The group was ushered into a hall-like area, joining a larger gathering of attendees. They hadn't anticipated such a large-scale, formal session, as Sakuya had noted it as a simple etiquette check-in. "Sakuya mentioned it would be something much simpler..." "...Mm. This feels more formal than the etiquette lessons we usually take." "Ahaha... well, it is Lady Kujou, after all..." Thinking they'd been misled, the trio decided to never again trust descriptors like "easy," "simple," or "small-scale" when coming from Sakuya. What Sakuya described as "easy" or "simple" was tens of times grander than what they had ever prepared for, even with their whole wealth as lower families. Sakuya probably did not mean any harm. She genuinely viewed it as simple and small-scale. Her perceptions, however, were critically misaligned with the ordinary person's. What others considered a "once-in-a-lifetime grand event" was just a minor gathering to her. It was not Sakuya's fault; merely a drastic difference in perspectives. Yet the trio firmly resolved to never again take her words at face value. "Now, let's practice at each table." "Yes," they replied in unison. Sakuya gave a greeting from the stage, followed by a broad explanation of the manners needed for parties. Attendees were informed of the schedule, allowing them to decide whether to join depending on their confidence in each aspect. Some, like Seri, attended every session to aim higher, while others, like many participants, attended only to focus on their necessary skills. As the general explanation concluded, Sakuya descended from the stage and approached the tables of beginners. She glanced at each table, providing a couple of words of advice. His words served to noticeably improve the courtesy of attendees at various tables. "Sakuya!" "Is something the matter?" Upon being called, Sakuya came over to their table, which included not only the trio but Seri and Anzu as well—familiar faces who often dined together at the academy's cafeteria. "I'm kind of rough around the edges, you know? So I'm not really confident..." Hoozuki, Suzuran, and Karin, though from lower families, had received the basic etiquette lessons. Yet, confidence varied, especially for Hoozuki and Suzuran, unsure of their manners. Though their families taught various courtesies, they felt far from proficient. "Hmm... There's no need to overthink it. Manners and etiquette, in simple terms, are about consideration. Manners and etiquette involve mutual consideration and attentiveness to avoid making others uncomfortable." "Huh?" "...Mm?" Both Hoozuki and Suzuran tilted their heads in confusion. While they understood the sentiment, they struggled with the vast number of rules to remember. They couldn't see how this tied back to the complexity of etiquette they had to follow. "Thus, there's no need to be overly bound by etiquette and rules. Simply ask yourself what might make someone uncomfortable and how you can be considerate and attentive. As long as you act with these thoughts in mind, slight deviations from rules won’t matter." "...Oh." "...Mm." Sakuya's message clicked, leaving them with no choice but to agree. Manners and etiquette weren’t just about adhering strictly to rules; rather, they encompass attentiveness and consideration for those around you. "So, what you should focus on is being considerate and compassionate toward those around you. Even if you deviate a bit from etiquette, it’s not a problem, as long as you maintain thoughtfulness. Today, learn not just to follow etiquette but to recognize potential missteps and how to handle them gracefully." "...I see." "...Mm!" "Lady Kujou indeed..." For the trio, it was a revelation. Previously, they had focused solely on memorizing rules. Sakuya was imparting a different approach—consider others, recognize when you might misstep, and understand how to rectify such situations. Today's etiquette lessons were limited to the realm of what would be needed at a Kujo party. After briefly explaining this range, Sakuya taught the likely missteps and their remedies. Traditional etiquette lessons focused on strict adherence to rules, often leaving attendees stuck when they unexpectedly made a mistake, resulting in people becoming intimidated by the idea of attending. Here, everyone learned under the assumption that they would make mistakes. The focus was on understanding likely missteps in specific situations and how to address them, making it easier to recall and respond. "I feel a bit more confident in my manners now!" "...Hmm. Hoozuki, you're mistaken. But I've got it," Suzuran confessed. "What the heck! Why is it that I'm mistaken, and Suzuran suddenly gets it?" Hoozuki exclaimed. "Now, now, you two... More importantly, this food is really delicious," Karin interjected to smooth things over between them, savoring the lunch provided at the etiquette lesson. "...You're right. Mm! It's truly delicious!" Hoozuki agreed. "...Mm! Definitely worth coming here just for this," Suzuran concurred. 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