540 - 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 Adjustment To use the Bookmark feature, please log in. Reincarnated as a Villainess in a Yuri Game but Only I Play as a Man Author: Heian Asomi Previous Next Chapter 540 "Classes?" Having distanced myself from that fool, Masaki, I checked the class list posted on the bulletin board and headed towards the classroom. "How do you do today?" "Good morning, Sakuya-sama!" "Sakuya-chan, how do you do?" "It's great that we're all together again." As I entered the classroom, everyone in our group was already present. They were always punctual in moments like this. Additionally, everyone in our group was assigned to the same class. Azami had apparently inquired with the principal beforehand, and since we had discussed this before moving up to the middle school division, I was reassured but not surprised. Azami, Satsuki, Akane, Tsubaki, Renka, Yuzuriha, and Seri. Including myself, our usual group of eight was together. As expected, but I want to praise the principal for pulling it off. After confirming my class, I organized information about other acquaintances and potential game targets. The fourth group remains unchanged; Hoozuki, Suzuran, and Karin are still in the fourth group. Perhaps they determined it was better not to meddle unnecessarily. Considering these three's family backgrounds, social statuses, and positions, it seemed likely they would remain in the fourth group. There are no close associates, targets, or game-related individuals in the second group. Everyone who attended the elementary division with us for six years could be considered acquaintances. What I mean is not such shallow acquaintances but more intimate or deeply connected individuals. Now, about acquaintances or targets who were once in the second group... Before that, let's check the other classmates of the third group. First, Nishikori Yanagi... This guy is also in Year Two, Class Three, same as us. Rather, Yanagi has been with me all along. While some in our group were separated in some years, Yanagi has been with me for eight consecutive years. Could it be that the principal might mistakenly consider Yanagi part of our group? Just to clarify, Yanagi is not one of our group members. And... Last year, Enju was in the second group, but he is now in the third. Yes, this year, Takatsukasa Enju is in the same class. After moving up to the middle school division, he hadn't involved himself much with me. Still, it's not a pleasant feeling having Enju, who could play a part in my downfall, in the same class. Sometimes, these coincidences are unavoidable, but he's someone I'd rather not get involved with. By this point, it's clear that everyone else is in the first group, which creates quite a chaotic situation. In addition to Ibuki being a perennial in the first group, Shion was also in the first group last year. As if that wasn't enough, this year, Masaki moved from the second to the first group. With Ibuki, Masaki, and Shion in the same class, the first group must be challenging. Whether the first group is chaotic or what happens to Ibuki and Masaki isn't of concern to me, but Shion is a friend, and I don't want her getting caught up in any mess. Then again, this is Shion we're talking about, so I fear she might run headfirst into those problems. Also, from what I heard yesterday at the Gohoku Association salon, Sakura is also in the third group. Although Sakura is in a different grade, classroom assignments are usually irrelevant. Still, during events like sports festivals, classes across grades form teams or groups. So during a sports festival, the third-group team would include us, affecting us in a way. As for Ibuki, he seems to love being No.1, sticking to the first group often. Yet, I sense I have a significant propensity for the third group. Whether it's intentional or not is beyond me. "Oh, Kujou-san! We're together again! Looking forward to this year!" "Greetings, Nishikori-kun. Wouldn't you call this fate after all these years?" "Haha! I never thought I'd hear such words from Kujou-san!" Nishikori laughed as I spoke. What's so funny about it, I wonder? Eight consecutive years in the same class also feels suspiciously manipulated. Is someone perhaps maneuvering things behind the scenes? Otherwise, staying in the same class from the first year of the elementary division until now seems improbable. "I'm here too, you know." "...How do you do, Takatsukasa-sama." Enju appeared from behind Nishikori. I knew. I knew and was ignoring him. Take the hint. I don't want to deal with you. "Good morning, Kujou-san. We'll be together this year in the classroom too." Meeting him daily in the salon is irritating enough; to be classmates for a year feels nightmarish. It's still better than being with Ibuki or Masaki, but even Enju is a tricky, troublesome person. "Come on, Sakuya-sama! Let's talk over here!" "Sakuya-chan, please." "Oh... Thank you." Azami and the others stepped in to separate me from the awkward air with Enju. They cleverly devised an excuse to pull me away from him. I am very grateful. Everyone noticed the tension between Enju and me and lent a helping hand. "I'd like to join the conversation too." "Takatsukasa-sama, girls have their girl secrets to talk about. Are you saying you want to join such discussions?" Wow!? Azami-chan... That Azami-chan said something quite impressive! What she said is undoubtedly true, but for emotional Azami-chan to respond so perfectly is astonishing. "I see. In that case, it can't be helped. Until next time, Kujou-san." "Farewell..." After Enju left with Nishikori, I bid farewell. Enju is unexpectedly not someone you'd easily let your guard down around. Unlike the straightforward fool like Ibuki, he's not easily swayed. Having such a troublesome classmate isn't ideal... "Listen, Sakuya-sama! I overslept this morning..." Once Enju was gone, Azami-chan promptly brightened up and amusingly shared her blunder. She must have wanted to lighten the mood and was considerate enough to do so. Azami-chan can be quite intense and impulsive, yet she has an aptitude for understanding the atmosphere and cheering it up. She's a mood-maker. Thanks to Azami-chan, with the air lightened, we headed into the opening ceremony in good spirits. *** Now that the second year has begun, nothing particularly special occurred. Aside from Enju joining our class, some acquaintances with whom I wasn't very close were moved to other classes, yet all our group members remain unchanged. While that stability is good for us, I wonder if that truly benefits everyone's relationships and growth. "It feels quite lonely without Shijou and An joining us for lunch anymore, doesn't it?" "It does..." During lunch break, I nodded in agreement with Azami's words in the cafeteria. From today, neither Chigaya-san nor An will be joining us. Up until last year, they ate with us, but now they're separate, and it feels like there are noticeably fewer people around. Chigaya-san has become a college student, and many things, like his schedule and circumstances, have changed. The class hours and break times differ between high school and college, so coordinating lunch can be challenging. In college, both the start time and the lunch break are later than in high school. If he comes here for lunch after finishing his classes, the timing doesn't align well. It's not entirely out of sync, but waiting for him would shorten our lunch period, and if we eat first, Chigaya-san would end up eating alone and late. It was understood in advance that we couldn't have lunch together once he entered college. Knowing doesn't make witnessing the absence during lunch any less lonely. As for An, she only moved up to high school, so having lunch together is still possible. If Chigaya-san could manage it during his high school years, then so could she. However, An mentioned she doesn't have the nerve to come to the middle school cafeteria now that she's in high school. Chigaya-san would boldly eat in the middle school cafeteria alone without concern, but typically, a high school student coming into the middle school cafeteria to eat is outlandish. Chigaya-san was simply exceptional in that regard. Thus, neither Chigaya-san nor An joins us for meals anymore. Even losing just two people makes it feel quite lonely. "Don't make such a face, Sakuya! We're here for you!" "...Mmh. We'll fill the gap, Saku-nyan." "Thank you, Hoozuki-san, Suzuran-san. But I'm really fine." Hoozuki and Suzuran both held one of my hands and offered their support. While it is slightly lonely, it isn't unbearable. It's just a sudden absence that feels unusual, but soon enough, I'll get used to dining with this group. However... in the game, Sakuya, the young lady I embody, was supposed to be rivals with Hoozuki and Suzuran. I'm touched, somewhat teary-eyed, by this relationship where they're offering me support. "Kujou-sama! I'll support you too!" "Yes. Karin as well... thank you." I'm blessed with good surroundings and wonderful friends. I'm happy to be surrounded by such lovely people. If only the game’s Sakuya had the same fortune... But no, that's an impossible hypothetical. Lady Sakuya was crafted as a villain, a rival heiress fated to be repeatedly humbled. No matter how hard she tried, or how favorable those around might be, her destiny couldn't be overturned, as the creators wouldn’t allow it. But I'm different. I'm not like the game's Lady Sakuya. I’m not confined to a predetermined fate or scenario. I’ve made amends with those who would have been adversaries in the game. At this rate, surely... "Sakuya-sama!" "Sakuya-chan!" "Wha—!? Azami-chan? Satsuki-chan?" I was startled when they suddenly grabbed my shoulders. One on each side. Their expressions were... "We're here for you too, Sakuya-chan!" "That's right. Don’t forget about us." "Yuzuriha-chan... Renka-chan..." Yuzuriha and Renka came over, nudging away Hoozuki and Suzuran, who had been holding my hands. I glanced at Azami-chan and Satsuki-chan... they wore their usual expressions. Was the earlier tension just my imagination? "But, the first group seems chaotic. Konoe-sama and Oshouji-san together and all." "Huh? Oh... yes, indeed..." Tsubaki-chan brought up a topic, and I responded. I felt like I was pondering something significant, but my thoughts dispersed, and it turned into another typical lunch break soon enough. *** Unlike the previous day's family-only meeting, everyone gathered at the Gohoku Association salon. As stated before, the Gohoku Association membership doesn’t change. Everyone we've been meeting since elementary school. The atmosphere was one of easy reunion as they welcomed the new students. In truth, we've crossed paths at various parties, and being in different divisions doesn’t mean not seeing each other. Yet, being together as middle school Gohoku Association members has a different air. "Sakuya Onee-sama! The Kujou family party is coming up soon! I'm really looking forward to it!" "Oh, well..." Sakura, who didn't often come near me in the elementary Gohoku Association salon, was now practically clinging to me. Considering she was inside the Kujou-Nijo faction during elementary Gohoku Association... "But before the party, there’s the hall’s inaugural performance, right?" "Oh! I forgot about that!" At Azami-chan's words, Sakura clapped her hands as if she’d just remembered. To those not involved, such occasions may slip their minds. Even though we’ve been practicing for the concert since last year, most other students might not even know the hall is complete. "Hey, Sakuya! I’m really looking forward to your concert!" "Huh? Thank you?" For some reason, Ibuki even chimed in. It was Konoe-mother who decided we'd hold a concert for the inaugural event, and since we rehearsed at the Konoe Productions studio, it isn’t surprising Ibuki remembered. "I'm looking forward to your performance too, Kujou-san." "I’ll do my best not to offend your ears?" Enju had come along with Ibuki. Sakura, Ibuki, and Enju seemed to be exchanging glances at each other. "Sakuya-chan, you’ve become quite popular." "Satsuki-chan..." If interaction counts as popularity, maybe so... But Ibuki and Enju might harbor some malice? They've barely engaged with me over the past year, and now they are seeking me out... The year seems to be hinting at a tumultuous and troublesome start. 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