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

Chapter 627: "If Chaya Can Do It, Surely I Can Too!" Once I entered the salon and listened to a brief explanation, I had a general understanding of the situation. It seemed that the child who had been forced to prostrate himself was discussing the recent cultural festival. During this conversation, he inadvertently offended Ibuki, who kicked over a chair and made him kneel in front of everyone. The remarks that led to the kicking were apparently some sort of analysis of which class had failed or succeeded at the festival, delivered with an air of self-assuredness. In short, it seems the talk of how Class 2-1 failed or why they did so annoyed him enough to incite such a reaction. While one might think Ibuki’s reaction of getting angry and kicking was typical of him, the person who spoke such things needlessly in front of him should have also been more mindful. Clearly, Ibuki was at fault for kicking, but given that they were members attending the Gokita Society, they should have exercised greater caution and courtesy. "You’re mocking me, aren't you?" "No, no! Not at all..." Ibuki, with an intimidating demeanor, towered over the members of the salon who were crouched before him. Although only the child who had spoken was kicked, everyone in the same group was made to kneel and lower their heads. Yet, Ibuki’s anger showed no sign of abating, as if he might kick at any moment. "Konoesama, please don’t do anything that might be beneath you." "What! How am I being improper, Sakuya?" It’s all those aspects of you. Your entire existence is disgraceful. Even if those people lacked consideration by discussing such topics loudly, knowing Ibuki’s class had blundered, it does not justify kicking. If the top-ranking Konoesama family thinks they can do whatever they want, they may as well be tyrants. But such behavior is not tolerated here. "Indeed, speaking of a class's failures in front of those involved is inconsiderate. Were you truly intending to mock Konoesama with such remarks?" "No, no! We didn’t mean that at all!" When I questioned the kneeling students, they hastily denied it. The truth was unclear. It could be that they intentionally spoke loudly at the Gokita Society salon to belittle Ibuki. However, it was wrong to knock them down and force them to bow without question. Ibuki should understand that. Yet, it seemed that uncontrollable anger welled up within him. "Maybe they lacked consideration and manners, but surely you understand that as Konoesama, such actions are not appropriate, right? Couldn’t you have simply admonished them for their rudeness with words?" "Sh-shut up! This has nothing to do with you, Sakuya!" Saying so, Ibuki turned his face away and plopped into his usual seat. It seemed he implicitly forgave them. "You all should leave for today." "Y-yes!" "Thank you." "We apologize, Konoesama." The child who had been kicked along with those forced to kneel hurriedly left the salon. Whether they will properly apologize to the Konoesama family and be forgiven is up to them. I won’t go as far as to support them in that. If Ibuki let them go here, then going to apologize properly with courtesy should earn them forgiveness. However, if they fail to apologize properly to the Konoesama family, things may escalate further, potentially causing a grave conflict with the Konoesama faction or school of thought. If they hadn't intentionally provoked Ibuki, they would definitely go to apologize. If they deliberately caused trouble, their subsequent actions will make it obvious. But what is more concerning is Ibuki himself. Lately, Ibuki’s behavior has been quite bizarre. While he was always a bit odd, it has gotten particularly worse recently. When we first met in the elementary course, he appeared every bit the stylized prince from the game — full of confidence, capable of anything, and though a lone wolf, he possessed leadership that could guide others. Eventually, he became nothing more than a spoiled disappointment, and for a time his whims subsided as we moved into higher grades and middle school. But this year, it suddenly became this bad. We’re at an age when we’re prone to certain ailments. Even so, why is Ibuki the only one suddenly affected...? By the legendary Chūnibyō... Leaning on his family's prestige and taking a haughty stance will surely lead to ruin. This is evident from Lady Sakuya’s route in the game "Flowers Blooming in Love." If Ibuki continues to grow with his current attitude, he is bound to end up just like Lady Sakuya from the game. I don't particularly care if the Konoesama family or Ibuki heads for ruin. But I know one thing for sure: continuing like this will lead to no good future. I'm not actively trying to destroy or help them, yet I also feel uneasy just turning my back and abandoning the situation. Within me, there's a conflict between thinking I should do something about it and the indifference of thinking I don’t care what happens to someone who would ruin Lady Sakuya. Unable to clearly decide for myself, I could do nothing but head home with these unresolved feelings. ~~~ Momiji was in a rush. Lately, Chaya had been amassing a considerable number of points with Lady Sakuya. The secret of Chaya’s success lay in her "big sister act." Since entering university, Chaya had fewer opportunities to meet with Lady Sakuya. However, she capitalized on these few opportunities to consistently earn Sakuya’s favor. Despite her inner nature being that of a weirdo, Chaya never let it show in front of Lady Sakuya, successfully winning over her admiration with her graceful big sister act. The thing is, Lady Sakuya adores dependable elder sister figures! It had long been understood that Lady Sakuya’s preferred companions, those she admired and depended on, were typically the graceful elder sister type. However, it seemed impossible for Chaya, the embodiment of all things bizarre, to pull off such an act. Since becoming a university student, Chaya’s performance had been flawless, completely deceiving Lady Sakuya with her outward facade. Chaya is decidedly a deviant and a sexual offender. Sakuya may have long forgotten, but Chaya has also committed crimes against her in the past, yet somehow has been forgiven. If things continue as they are, there's a danger that Sakuya’s chastity might be taken by Chaya. That, above all, must be prevented at any cost. Everyone says Momiji has the upper hand and that it's unfair. However, that's not the case in reality. Certainly, she's living in the same house and it may seem like they're together for long periods. However, this isn't the case. If you consider it logically, it's clear. When I go to wake Sakuya first thing in the morning, she's already up. After helping her with changing and her morning preparations, she immediately leaves for her morning training with the Momochi school. After morning practice, all I do is help her prepare again before taking her to the academy. After that, there’s no chance to see her while she's in class, and not even after school until she leaves the Gokita Society salon. When she leaves the Gokita Society salon, I go to pick her up, but then it's straight off to her lessons. During her lessons, of course, I can't see her, and once they finish, all that's left is to escort her back to the house. Even back at the house, all I can do is assist with meals and baths before the day ends. Despite living in the same house every day, the time I actually spend with her is far shorter than those who encounter her at the academy or extra lessons. Everyone believes Momiji is lucky to be so close as Sakuya's maid, but from my perspective, those who have more access at school or elsewhere are the truly fortunate ones. Sure, in terms of acquiring her used lingerie, sheets, and towels, I have the upper hand. But in terms of engaging with Sakuya, having conversations, or doing anything together, I am at a significant disadvantage. This won't do. If things continue like this, Sakuya might be taken by someone else. Feeling an increasing sense of crisis, Momiji decided to take concrete action after the cultural festival. "Good morning, Lady Sakuya. I've come to assist with your change of clothes." "Good morning, Momiji." As usual, I came to help with her morning change of clothes. But today, I'm not the same old Momiji. Acting on mere desires will lead nowhere. Here, I must suppress my own desires and act as the kind of woman Sakuya would like. Even Chaya, a deviant, can suppress her desires and pull off the big sister act. If I, who am less of a deviant, cannot do it, then there's no reason I can't match her. "Lady Sakuya, as I always mention, if you don’t wear your undergarments properly, it could cause your chest to lose its shape." "Oh! Momiji! It's fine! I can fix it myself!" Expecting that I would act as usual, Sakuya blushed and made a move to escape me. Typically, I would take advantage of adjusting her undergarments to relish the opportunity with her bountiful charms, but today I will not. I’ll adjust her garments, straightforwardly and reliably, like a dependable elder sister. "Like this… and like this." "Ha? Huh…? Mo-Momiji…?" Usually, I would take my time to indulge in her ample charms, but today I only dutifully adjust her undergarments. Perhaps startled by the change, Sakuya appeared bewildered. But was her expression not one of disappointment at the absence of our usual playful routine? Inside me, the mischievous Momiji reared her head. (Look! Lady Sakuya is waiting for our usual play! Go on! Indulge your desires and give her pleasure!) (No, stop! You always fail by doing that, remember? You need to captivate Lady Sakuya with the ‘big sister act’ like Chaya does! If Chaya can restrain herself, surely I can too! When Lady Sakuya seeks me out, we can embark on a world of sensual delights that put such trifles to shame!) Within Momiji, the devil and angel whispered to each other. Overcoming the temptation, Momiji made a resolute expression, firm in her decision to resist Sakuya’s allure. "Momiji? Are you all right? You have quite an intense expression on your face..." "It's nothing, Lady Sakuya! Let's continue with your morning preparations! Time waits for no one!" Withstanding her desires and temptations, Momiji held back from teasing Sakuya and earnestly helped with preparations. ~~~ Momiji’s battles didn’t end with helping dress Sakuya. Now, while assisting with her usual bath, Momiji found herself fighting her urges once more. "I’ll wash your back now." "E-okay... please be gentle?" In the past, under the guise of washing her back, I had played countless pranks on Lady Sakuya. Tracing delicate lines along her back, caressing her lower curves, exploring her twin hills, reaching for the little peak, even venturing to the depths of her basement's crevasse — I tried every prank imaginable. But that can’t continue. Today, I won't do anything. No mischief. Even that deviant, Chaya, can stifle her desires and perform the big sister act. There's no reason I can’t do the same. Trying to convince myself of this, I simply washed her back in a straightforward manner. "Um, Momiji...?" "Is something wrong, Lady Sakuya? Were you... expecting something? Is it lacking?" "N-no, that's not it!" Sakuya turned forward in embarrassment. Such an adorable reaction nearly sent my desires spiraling out of control. But I must endure. Endure and claim Lady Sakuya in the true sense. For that goal, I shall withstand this immediate temptation! "Mo-Momiji!? Are you okay? Your expression is quite intense!" "What do you mean? There's nothing wrong with me!" Gritting my teeth, I insisted there was no issue, determined to maintain my composure. ~~~ Momiji persevered. She refrained from succumbing to her immediate desires and acted as the dependable older sister in front of Lady Sakuya. Should there be no effect from this, it would take more than just tears, but I'm convinced Sakuya must be thoroughly enamored with me by now. Encouraged by the thought, she held firm. "Momiji, you’ve changed recently, haven’t you?" "—! Wh-What do you mean? I haven't changed at all!" As if struck by lightning, I tried to maintain a calm demeanor. Here, I must not say, 'Yes, I've changed! I've worked hard!' The cool response is to feign as if it’s all natural and roll with it. "Not at all. You seem really dependable lately." Sakuya's cheeks flushed slightly as she smiled warmly. In that instant, something long suppressed within me burst free. "Lady Sakuyaaaa!" The place where Momiji had been standing was now only an empty maid uniform floating in the air. The real Momiji, with her hands and feet in a prayer-like form, leaped onto Sakuya’s bed. "Eh!? Wait! Momiji!?" Surprised by the sudden leap, Sakuya was caught completely off guard by Momiji's dive. Sitting on the bed, Sakuya was knocked over, and the two began a playful wrestling match on the bed. "Wait, ah! Ah! Mo-Momiji! Aaaah~~!" "Haa! Haa! Lady Sakuya! Lady Sakuyaaa~~!" It wasn’t long before Yoriko hurried in and pulled Momiji away, at which point everything Momiji had endured and built in earnestness was squandered in a single moment of indulgence. Her efforts to improve her image went up in smoke, overshadowed by the impulsive moment.