Pure

Kanou-san and Torii-san were ignored all the time, though.

Kanou-san and Torii-san. Are there any reasons why they don’t have friends?

I asked Minaho-neesan.

Well, I won’t say it

Minaho-neesan smiled.

You can find it out yourself, Yoshinobu

So I have to look it up?

The matter this time has us in different positions

Kyouko-san said.

I’m moving according to Kouzuki old man’s contract. Therefore, I love cute girls, but I also need to think about the profits of Kouzuki house Me too. In my case, Kouzuki SS is a business partner, and Kouzuki-sama is an investor in my brothel

Minaho-neesan said.

We’re doing this for money, and so we can’t do stuff other than that With our status, it’s just fair that we can’t tell Yoshinobu anything specific, see?

If I heard the details, then I’d move accordingly for Minaho-neesan and Kyouko-san’s convenience.

And if we were to control Yoshinobu, Misuzu-san will get angry

Then, Jii-chan, which is Kouzuki SS, has different thoughts compared to Misuzu and Ruriko.

Minaho-neesan gave me minimum information that Jii-chan will turn the Kurama sisters into prostitutes, and to look after Kanou-san and Torii-san.

But.

Misuzu and Ruriko might be against the idea of turning the Kurama sisters into prostitutes. I haven’t heard their opinions yet.

Besides, Kanou-san and Torii-san might have something to say.

To Jii-chan, it’s all matters between the noble families and Kouzuki house. Still, for Misuzu and Ruriko, they’re classmates attending the same school.

There’s a difference in viewpoints.

Yoshinobu, you’re connected to many women, and so hear their opinions, and pick the path you’d like to take

Minaho-neesan said.

I’m not forcing you. You check the situation, make your judgment, and decide your own position We don’t care if you oppose it. It’s just that Minaho and I will still fulfill the jobs we took over

Kyouko-san said.

Then, you should return. If you take too much time here, Misuzu-san will feel impatient

Minaho-neesan said.

Yeah got it. Thanks a lot

I bowed my head to Kyouko-san and Minaho-neesan.

Yes, sure, I pray you good luck, boy!

Miss Cordelia, who only listens to our conversation, waved her hand.

I head to the corridor from Minaho-neesan’s room, and Margo-san’s waiting.

Margo-san, you didn’t enter the room because. Yes. I’m in a different standpoint from them

Margo-san smiled.

For now, I can’t join in with Minaho’s plans

Margo-san intends to join in the martial arts industry on the surface.

And so, she’s not helping out on Minaho-neesan’s new brothel, nor on Kyouko-san’s underground jobs.

Today, I’m only here to gather sponsors. To be honest, my funds are on the safe side, but still, having a well-known company back me up would help a lot. It becomes insurance

The young ladies here have connections to big companies, after all.

Just having a big corporation backing you up gives the possibility of using that as a motive.

Then you should’ve brought Ya-chan too

I said.

I think it’s more effective if it’s the two of them opening up to sponsors.

No, Nei’s popular with the younger girls but girls of the same age keep their distance from her

Margo-san said.

Especially if it’s a gathering of cute young ladies

Oh, some might feel hostile because Nei’s too beautiful.

I’d like to not cause trouble if possible for today. If it’s just me alone, I can convince them by saying that I’m a former bodyguard but is aiming to become a professional martial artist. Those who are convinced won’t be as hostile

But if we add Nei there.

Who’s this beauty? What’s her relationship with Margo-san? and it causes doubt and hostility.

And if there’s anyone showing hostility in that place, the atmosphere will turn sour. And once that happens, those who favor me will lose their interest

I see, anyway, for now, Margo-san’s showing off her appeal as a martial artist to get some sponsors.

As soon as they discovered that I’m just a martial artist now, the bodyguards loosened up in relief, didn’t they?

Yeah, some among the bodyguards would want to swap to another noble house.

If Margo-san was a freelance bodyguard, they might worry that she’ll take the job of being Ruriko or Yoshiko-san’s bodyguard.

But, they discovered that she’s not.

If I’m just a martial artist, then those who aren’t interested will leave me alone

I see.

With that said, Yoshinobu, do you have any questions?

Margo-san says while we walk on the corridor.

You know, I’m in a neutral position right now

She’s not like MInaho-neesan and Kyouko-san who’s doing business.

She’s not like Misuzu or Ruriko, who’s friends with the students in that school.

Then, I have one thing to ask

Earlier, Kyouko-san mentioned the bodyguards trying to promote themselves and, then, from Margo-san too.

With that said, the bodyguards who enjoy being together with their Master, those who are serious about being a bodyguard of their master, and those who want to abandon their current master and try to promote themselves to another house, the group is divided into that three groups

Margo-san laughs.

Why do you think it’s like that? I think that Kyouko-san’s right, but.

I.

Somehow, I feel like there’s something troublesome brewing up

I don’t think it’s as simple as three groups.

Well, can’t you analyze the reason why by yourself?

Margo-san peeks into my eyes.

Somehow, I have a bad feeling

I speak out the discomfort I’m feeling.

Kyouko-san had a serious battle with Michi and Edie. After that, Margo-san and Rei-chan had a beautiful fight

I saw it.

Even I can tell that the battle was high level.

But, as soon as the rest period started, the young ladies gather around Margo-san and Rei-chan, and they don’t talk about their fear from Kyouko-san, now show signs of it

Their fight is on a high level, and yet, they keep on squealing like it’s no threat.

You see, it’s because you’ve seen various people fight and so your eyes have become refined

Margo-san said.

And as for how fearsome Kyouko-san is.

Margo-san stopped and looked at the courtyard through the window.

It looks like the young ladies and the bodyguard are getting along and listening to Rei-chan’s lectures.

Misuzu’s also there.

Oh, in that table, Misuzu, Ruriko, Kanou-san, Torii-san, and Kurama sisters. Then, Michi, Shie-san, Adelheid-san, the Anjou sisters are still there.

Nobody moved away from that table, that means that Kanou-san and Torii-san think that it’s convenient to stay in that table, under Misuzu’s care.

Much better than being alone in a table.

Earlier, when Kyouko-san was fighting, she didn’t purposely send any hostilities to the young ladies and their bodyguards

Margo-san said.

Therefore, the young ladies who never had experience watching people fight and bodyguards who lack training couldn’t say that our fight was dangerous at all. To them, they see it as professional wrestlers on stage

There’s an intense fight right in front of them, though.

Yet, they think that it’s all just a show?

Didn’t Reika-oneesan say it herself that it’s an exhibition match? And so, they think that it’s nothing but a practice match. The young ladies only thinks of Reika-oneesama and Kyouko Messer as celebrities on Television. They think of it as fiction? So they see the fights happening on television as Kyouko-san and Rei-chan playing around? as Fabricated fights? Not really. People hardly care if it’s real or fiction

Hardly care?

What’s important is their relationship with them. If it doesn’t affect their life, even if the other country is at war, they only think, Oh, I see. People can’t tell the difference between real war and a murder case in a show, see?

If it’s unrelated to their life, then they don’t care if it’s real or not.

On the other hand, they feel sympathetic to anything pitiful in fiction, saying Poor -chan and such. It’s nothing but fiction, nobody died in real life

yeah.

A movie director back then carried out an experiment during a school lecture

Margo-san said.

At first, they had some old fashioned Shakespearean playwright. And in that historical drama, the names of the British nobles who were killed in action are called out. He handed the lines to one of the students and told read this

Okay.

And since we’re talking about the middle ages in Britain, the names were exaggerated since it’s a rose war. Naming them Prince and Duke Therefore, the reader laughed, and those who were listening aren’t serious about it either

Well, yeah.

It’s an old fashioned list of names of dead people, getting serious while reading it is hard.

Then, the same student was handed a list of people who died on a recent great earthquake and told to read it

People who died in an earthquake disaster?

This time, the names read Machi -san or Mura -san The student reads the names nervously and with care, the students who were listening turned quiet and listen earnestly

Margo-san looks at me.

Why were they laughing at those killed in action in a Shakespearean historical drama, but turned serious when they started reading names of those who died in the great earthquake?

That’s.

Because the great earthquake happened for real and the names of the dead have died. As for the play, it’s because it’s fiction?

Margo-san smiles gently.

Shakespeare’s work is a play, but the rose war was a real war. The names of those killed in action in the play were real people who died. It’s not fiction, they were all real people who died

Real people.

In a sense, the two are the same.

The students turn quiet when the names of the people who died during the great earthquake because it’s still clear in their memories. It might be someone in school or their family or a friend who died

Therefore, they accept it sincerely.

The names of people on Shakespeare’s age, during the rose war, were people from their father or grandfather’s era. Therefore, the names of the people who died in that war don’t seem real for the audience at that time. It’s just names of those who were killed during their ancestor’s era

People will get serious if it’s close to them at the moment.

If they think it’s unrelated to them, then they don’t pay attention, even if it’s real.

Lastly, the movie director told the student to read the names of the list of people who died during in the historical drama with the same emotion as those who died from the great earthquake Then, the student starts to read the Count who died in battle, which they laughed at earlier. Those who listen starts listening with serious intent as well I see. Everyone can see that Kyouko-san’s strength is real. But, if they don’t sense hostility, they’ll only accept it as a fun show. That’s how ordinary people see it

If it’s just a show, then they won’t care about it after it’s over.

They can have fun talking with Rei-chan.

They don’t care about the meaning of the fight.

What’s frightening about Kyouko-san is how she can do that easily. Those who sensed the meaning of that fight will no longer be cautious of Kyouko-san if they see her next time

Ah.

For example, if they meet Kyouko-san on a hotel somewhere.

The young ladies will only see her as the happy go lucky lady who had a match with Rei-chan on an event created by Kouzuki house.

They only think of her fights with Rei-chan on TV as a promotional campaign from Kouzuki SS.

Then.

Oh, right. Back then, she didn’t show any hostility. Therefore, I can trust her, or so they think.

The scariest person in this world are those who come close to you without showing any hostility. And even more frightening is the idea that the person is coming at you with kindness. People are weak to those they see as kind to them

Margo-san said.

Then, once they slip their hand to your pocket, they change suddenly

If you think that person isn’t an enemy and that person likes you.

You’ll get backstabbed right away.

Yoshida-kun, how do you feel about Kyouko-san and me?

That’s.

Do you sense hostility? Do you think that we’d do something evil on you? I don’t

Instead, I see you as someone who has goodwill and is kind.

See? You’re dancing in Kyouko-san’s palm. Maybe in mine too

Margo-san laughed.

Those who send their hostilities your way are nothing big. You will have to fight your real enemies from now on

Enemies who are pretending to be friends with you.

And as soon as you lower your guard, they’ll backstab you.

Kyouko-san shows off a fight like that to test the young ladies and their bodyguards for today. Who’s easy to fool and who noticed the plans we had

Some sensed that there’s something wrong on why Kyouko-san, an absurdly strong person, purposely shows off a fight that looks like she’s fooling around.

It’s not about people’s abilities. You need insight, as well. Some of the bodyguards there have become strong through training. But, even if they had strength, if they got caught in Kyouko-san’s trap, they’re useless. Instead, Kyouko-san looks at those who aren’t that strong and yet have insight

Margo-san looked at the courtyard and said.

You can improve strength with some training, but girls who don’t have insight have it in their nature. Your perception is the only thing you can’t train with other people. You can’t get better unless you understand it

Insight.

Earlier, about the bodyguard groups you mentioned. It’s not three but six

Six.

First are those who gather around Rei-chan and me, those who didn’t notice Kyouko-san’s swindling. They’re real fangirls. Those who are in the school just to deal with the bullies by name

Girls who don’t have insight and were assigned as bodyguards due to her family lineage.

However, their strength is unknown. They probably are strong when you send them to training. But they’re likely useless in actual combat, or they just become a dead weight to their allies

I see.

The second one is those who are still making a fuss with us, but they noticed Kyouko-san’s plans. They’re scary. They saw Kyouko-san’s real strength, and so they purposely fake having fun to protect their masters

They prepared themselves and pretend to be having fun.

The third ones are those who hadn’t noticed Kyouko-san’s plans and stayed with their Masters. They don’t know what’s happening. They can’t point out how fearsome Kyouko-san is, nor they can’t point what’s the meaning of our match, but they think Kyouko Messer and Kouzuki SS aren’t that big of a deal. I’m stronger Oh, the real idiots. The fourth one is those who noticed Kyouko-san’s plans and is protecting their Master with maximum cautiousness. They’re standing around, watching out for the dangers coming to her and her master. Well, they pass as bodyguards, but they’re uninteresting

Yeah.

The fifth are those who didn’t notice Kyouko-san’s plans, but they got excited from watching our fight. Then, they’re thinking of abandoning their master and finding a new one. They’re like a child who watched a hero movie and wanted to become a hero themselves, see? Basically, they saw us fight and hallucinates that she wants to get stronger as well Oh, the most troublesome type.

That said, their loyalty to their master is lacking.

The sixth and last one. They’re those who noticed Kyouko-san’s plans and noticed Michi-chan and our strength Why would those people stay away from their master?

Why are they abandoning their job as a bodyguard?

First is that if they abandon their master but stay in a distance where they can save her makes us cautious

Oh, They’re moving under the assumption that there might be death.

And the other one is that they want to become strong, just like Kyouko-san. Shocked at the difference in level

Knowing the difference in strength.

Seeing that she’s weaker than Kyouko-san, Reika-oneesan or me, or maybe, Michi-chan or Edie, she’s frustrated

Women who live as warriors think that way.

Therefore, those in that group are seriously thinking about becoming Kyouko-san’s disciple. If they can’t, then Reika-oneesan will do. Maybe, Michi-chan, even though she’s in Kouzuki SS

Huh?

If they head to somewhere related to Kouzuki house, there’s a chance they can steal Kyouko-san’s techniques

Is that how charming Kyouko-san’s overwhelming strength?

Either way, they noticed that if they stay with that specific house, they cannot become as strong as Kyouko-san

And so, they want to abandon their master and promote themselves to someone related to Kouzuki house.

That’s just my opinion, it’s your choice to believe it or not

Margo-san said with a smile.

I look at the ladies in the courtyard.

I think Margo-san’s right.

I look at each and one of the bodyguards.

Those who are fangirling with Rei-chan.

Those who are concentrating on their master, ignoring the lecture.

Those who are cautious of her surroundings and preparing her escape route.

Those who are looking at the young ladies of other houses.

Those who are sending glances at Misuzu, Ruriko, and Yoshiko-san.

Then, those who are peeking at the mansion where Kyouko-san disappeared.

I got to do something about that

Once the lecture is over, this will become a getogether party.

I know that there will be a commotion.

But, I still have to concentrate on finding sponsors

Margo-san smiled.

I know, I’ll do something about it

I hurry back to Yomi and Luna’s room.

If I want to do something about the situation.

I’ll need their cooperation.

Chapter 850. High Life Display of Power

Margo-san and I return to the room where Yomi and Luna are resting, then.

Huh?

Edie should be the one taking care of the shrine maiden sisters, and yet.

Michi’s the one in here for some reason.

They swapped Yeah, Edie-oneesama looked at the courtyard through the window and said: I’m worried about Michi

Yomi and Luna, who have recovered now, explained to me.

Oh, I see. Edie’s over there

Margo-san looked at the courtyard.

I looked outside, as well.

Yeah, Edie’s standing behind Misuzu.

Edie went to the courtyard and swapped with Michi as Misuzu’s bodyguard.

And that’s why Michi’s here.

Looks like they’re having fun

Margo-san’s right, the courtyard has a friendly atmosphere around them.

Although, some of the bodyguards in there are thinking of abandoning their Master and try to promote themselves to other houses.

This social gathering will become troublesome in various ways.

But, is that okay? Like, Michi’s not by Misuzu’s side

The guests for today are all students from the same school as Misuzu and Michi.

Naturally, they know that Michi is Misuzu’s bodyguard.

Is it okay for the bodyguard of the Kouzuki lady to leave their Master?

It’s okay, Yoshinobu-kun

Margo-san smiled.

After all, this is the mansion of Kouzuki house. Other people don’t know where the bodyguards are placed in here

Oh, I see.

This is Michi’s home ground.

Besides, Reika-oneesan’s still doing her security lecture and Shou-oneesan’s on her side. The whole courtyard is under Kouzuki SS protection, everyone knows that. They also know that Kouzuki-san is at home today

Yeah, Jii-chan showed himself to the young ladies.

They know that the strongest bodyguards, Ootoku-san and Choumoto-san are in here, so they wouldn’t care much if Michi-chan is gone for a moment

I see.

Besides, they saw Edie-chan and Michi-chan duo during Kyouko-san’s exhibition match, they should know that Edie’s strong

Margo-san said.

Edie introduced herself to them as your bodyguard, right? But, Yoshinobu-kun is away right now, and so there’s no problem even if Edie swapped in as Misuzu-san’s bodyguard

Misuzu always has bodyguards from Kouzuki house with her, so there’s no change.

So, what’s up, Michi?

I asked Michi as I confirmed that Edie has no problems switching with her.

uu, Master!

Michi’s in low spirits, she’s about to cry.

Michi was showing a blank face behind Misuzu, but now.

She’s been holding back her emotions so hard because she’s a bodyguard.

Then, Edie noticed Michi’s being unstable. Even from a distance.

Come here, calm down, Michi

I embraced Michi’s small body.

Oh, her body’s tense, her muscles are stiff.

yes

I gently pat Michi’s back.

I kissed her cute cheeks.

Hauu

Michi leaks out a sigh.

Take a deep breath, I’ll continue to hug you

Michi, who’s in my arms, breathes deeply.

Okay, now talk about what’s on your mind yes

Michi looked up at me, trembling.

But, it looks like she can’t say anything.

What? You thought you could corner Kyouko-san if you went for a bit more?

Recently, she’s been training with Edie and Rei-chan.

She even had her Qi skills level up thanks to the shrine maiden training she received from Tsukiko.

She probably didn’t think that the skill she came up with gets dealt with quickly.

that, but also.

Michi speaks.

I didn’t notice it until it was pointed out

Hmm? What?

Kudou style martial arts isn’t about making use of Qi to fight, but instead, it’s to fight those who use Qi

Kudou style is a martial arts where you ward off your opponent’s Qi.

Kudou style’s art is to counterattack Qi attacks

i see.

I don’t know how far it dates back where you can use Qi skills, but.

If the assassination cult from New Orleans where Edie came from uses it, then I think that some martial artists in this world know how to use Qi.

Kudou style was created as a new style to fight off those martial artists that use Qi.

I’ve become too ecstatic about using Qi skills

Michi said.

It made me think that there’s hardly any people other than Edie and me who can use it

Michi collaborates with Miko power more than Qi.

Takakura Shrine maidens’ Miko power isn’t known to anyone.

In the end, it’s a unique and rare case.

However, Kudou style was about assuming that your enemy uses Qi skills and dealing with it

She probably didn’t guess that other warriors can use Qi.

Those two didn’t fire off their Qi to Edie or me

Right, Kyouko-san.

If she could reproduce Michi’s Kudou arts and Dai Grepher’s skills, then.

She should be able to use Qi skills.

Yet, Kyouko-san never showed her Qi skills in front of the young ladies and their bodyguards.

That’s because the family of the bodyguard of the young lady has connections to various people on the underground society

Yeah, you need to have people who are in the underground society if you want to keep the distinguished families safe.

The bodyguards will all report that they saw Kyouko Messer fight nearby to their relatives

And that report will reach the people on the underground.

Both the surface and below.

Edie and I fought them seriously. We challenged them with all the skills we could use right now, but.

Michi.

Those people were so overwhelming that they can look at the situation and find a scope of their power to show off after we went that far

I see.

Kyouko-san never used anything that she can’t show.

Even so, she overwhelmed Michi.

Furthermore, she even gave me a hint on the true spirit of Kudou style

Kudou style isn’t about using Qi.

But, it’s to take control of those who use Qi.

It’s a total defeat

Michi said.

Well, that happens

Margo-san smiled.

Who made the plan of having Yomi-chan and Luna-chan show up after Michi-chan and Edie? It was me

Margo-san asked. Michi replied.

I don’t think it was a bad plan, having Yomi-chan and Luna-chan ready as a backup. But, you cannot show off the Miko power to the people in this place

That’s right.

We know that there are two spies from Kansai Yakuza.

Hardly anyone of them knows about Miko power.

If they were to discover that power, another underground organization might want to take Tsukiko and the two.

Furthermore, if the foreigners discover it, it will become big trouble.

Therefore, Kyouko-san made it impossible for them to use their power before they could show it off

Throwing them off to the sky until they’re unable to focus.

That wasn’t fun Yeah, I’m still feeling dizzy

Yomi and Luna said.

But, don’t worry, there are only two people in the world who can do that

Margo-san said.

Nobody can fling and catch you with that timing unless you have overwhelming power, speed, and accuracy all combined together

Grabbing Luna’s small body in an instant, tossing her up on the air, then catching her at the right moment. No ordinary human can do that.

Much less trying to hurl and catch this huge titty loli.

In short, Kyouko-san’s the only one who can do that to deal with the Miko power

Yeah, they show that they can seal off the Miko power, but.

Kansai Yakuza can’t copy what Kyouko-san did.

I’m still immature, so they got me before I could use my power. If it was Tsukiko-oneesama, she could’ve taken control of them I think so too

Yomi and Luna said.

Yomi was surprised by the beckoning cat approach, and that got her.

As for Luna, Miss Cordelia got her from behind.

But, if it was Tsukiko, who’s always calm and collected, she’ll never miss, and she could take control of Kyouko-san.

No, that’s not it

I said.

Tsukiko will not use her Miko power in the fight to begin with

Tsukiko’s already prepared to live a life of a shrine maiden.

Yomi and Luna won’t become shrine maidens, and so, they have to look for a new way to live their life.

After all, Yomi and Luna’s power must not go public. It’ll only gather weirdos

I insisted.

yes. Sensei I’m sorry, Nii-san

The two apologized.

No, it’s my fault, I made the plan and asked the two to do it

Michi says with a crying face.

I didn’t understand, I’m very sorry, Master!

Michi looked at Margo-san.

And after watching Reika-oneesama and Margo-oneesama fight them, I started reflecting

Kyouko-san’s CQC.

It was nothing but a pure battle of physical abilities. Furthermore, they were thinking of how to show it to the viewers. They respect each other, a brisk fight

Yeah, it was beautiful.

It was a flashy, beautiful, and cool fight like you’re watching a high-quality dance.

Edie and I didn’t have that composure, it was embarrassing

Michi said. Margo-san.

Michi-chan, it isn’t about simply becoming stronger. What’s more important is the path

That’s?

To tell the truth, you are much stronger than me in some places. Reika-oneesan and I can’t use Qi skills after all

She smiled.

But you see, it’s meaningless if you can’t use your strength in situations. For example, F1 Racecars are fast, but it can only have one passenger, which is the driver. It can’t bring any luggage, and it can go around a racing circuit, but it can drive itself on ordinary roads with traffic lights. It can’t go through mountain roads, the windshield and the base of the car would break before it can go up. It has a highly efficient engine, but it always needs maintenance. It’s not a car you can use for a long time Margo-san said. But still, F1 racecar has it’s worth. Like competing in a race with F1 rules

It’s only a racing car, so it only needs one person, the driver. It only needs to specialize in the racing circuit. You don’t have to think about it running across mountain roads. You only need it to be at its peak performance during the race. Considering that it always needs constant adjustment from the mechanics.

I will become a martial artist, and so, I train my body to become just that. Therefore, I can’t help Kyouko-san out anymore. Kyouko-san’s jobs need her to fight continuously for a week most of the time. She has the tenacity and stamina for that, but, martial artists consider as excess stamina as deadweight

Michi listens to Margo-san’s story.

Michi-chan, you need to become stronger in a situation that matches you. It’s meaningless to have a power that only matches with one or two people. An F1 engine with high horsepower to win a racing circuit will never be useful carrying luggage up a mountain Yes, I have lost myself on trying to use only Qi skills

Michi said.

And as I watched Onee-sama fight earlier, I finally have my eyes open on Father’s world

Kudou-papa?

I always thought why my father fights like he’s joking around, not taking things seriously Oh, isn’t he just using that as camouflage to not let people sense danger from him?

That is why, even when Kudou-papa knocks people down.

It only looks like a skit to the people around him.

Something like a TV show.

That’s right, Father’s acts are only seen as a comedy

Michi looks at Margo-san.

Earlier, Onee-sama’s fight was graceful, refined, it was suitable for the young ladies to appreciate Right. Kudou-san’s a bit disappointing. I can see that his intention is to make people laugh, but.

Margo-san?

He’s doing something amazing, but it doesn’t live up to people’s evaluation. He’s a master of a skill ordinary people can’t imitate, and yet, he doesn’t know how to show it off, lowering his evaluation

Show off?

This world has too many things conspicuous. Ordinary people don’t know it’s greatness. Like, only people who understand can see a top-class talent and skill. And those who understand, are filled with habits.examples are judges who have their eyes clouded

O-Okay.

A top-class genius is evident to everyone. Amateurs can see how great Picasso, Gogh, or Da Vinci’s paintings are. Their work emits that aura. Same with Mozart’s music

If it’s the top class.

But, let’s take a Shogi master, for example, ordinary people won’t understand why that professional shogi player is impressive. They know he’s strong in Shogi, that’s why he’s a master. But, if asked why is the Master strong, they don’t know the reason

Margo-san said.

Therefore, you need to display it yourself to let the ordinary people understand. Kudou-san doesn’t understand that I think my father never considers it essential. That only those who understand his strength should know That idea will only harm Kudou-san, and it’ll cause trouble to other people

Trouble.

Like, earlier, during our fight with Kyouko-san, and Michi-chan’s fight with Kyouko-san, the young ladies, don’t understand the difference. The ordinary girls can see Michi-chan and Edie’s physical ability as a cut above the rest, but the young ladies don’t have combat training And yet, we were so desperate that we didn’t have the composure

Michi said.

That’s right. And so, if Reika-oneesan and I didn’t join in, the young ladies will misunderstand. They know from TV that Kyouko-san is strong, and so they can’t chew it properly So they think of Michi as weak?

really?

It won’t end with Michi-chan, it will also make them underestimate Misuzu-san. If it ends there, then that’s okay, but if they were to tell their bodyguards you’re much stronger, they’re so weak and yet, why didn’t you try fighting Kyouko Messer? and such

And it will become a problem for the bodyguards as well.

Therefore, Reika-oneesan and I joined in and had a show-off match with Kyouko-san. The purpose of the fight was to show that Kyouko-san is absurdly strong. That said, it won’t lower our evaluation Meaning that goes for Kyouko-san as well. They know, well, they love cute girls, and so they want to finish up with a cool fight between Reika and me, Miss Cordelia and her

Margo-san said.

Therefore, their evaluation of Michi-chan doesn’t change. They think, She’s so courageous for challenging Kyouko Messer. As expected of Misuzu-san’s bodyguard, and such

I see.

I’ve learned a lot today

Michi speaks.

Yeah. Those who are truly strong don’t think, It’s okay as long as those who understand knows You need to show off your strength to ordinary people. Make it easy to understand. Your status in the industry will never go up no matter how, and your allies will not evaluate you highly either

Kudou-papa is valued highly by the same freelance bodyguards like him, but.

Kouzuki SS’s employees value him lowly.

His attitude is, Those who know, they know.

It sure is a waste.

It’s one of the causes of why Michi’s mother was dissatisfied and got herself a lover.

I’ll try talking to Father again

Michi said.

And I will become a strong woman that is easy to see for others Right. I also want to become a woman who’s easily seen as strong by people, anytime, anywhere, by anyone. Just like Kyouko-san

Margo-san said.

I.

I also learned a lot today

I tell everyone.

Earlier, Minaho-neesan told me that the Kurama sisters will become prostitutes

That timid-looking elder sister, Misato-san, and the younger sister whose supporting her, Arisu-san.

When I heard that, I. I thought that I should do as I was told since I’m Minaho-neesan’s younger brother, a member of Kuromori. Considering that I have to prepare myself for it

But.

That’s wrong. The way I stop thinking because Minaho-neesan told me, is just abandoning responsibilities

That’s naive.

Above all, I’m a member of Kuromori and Minaho-neesan, but I’m also Misuzu’s fiance, Michi, Yomi, Luna, Edie, Margo-san, anyway, I have my whole family to carry

I look at every one.

Minaho-neesan and Kyouko-san are doing this because it’s their job. But, Misuzu and Ruriko are friends with the young ladies and the Kurama sisters. Two parties influence me, and so I couldn’t just decide what to do based on one sides’ order. I need to look at everyone involved and their position, think, and make my decision with that in mind I’m no longer allowed to follow someone’s orders blindly.

Jii-chan just told me that.

A manager is responsible for their mercantile.

I must be responsible for my actions.

Well, that’s right, everyone’s training Yoshinobu-kun with that intent in mind

Margo-san smiles.

Right.

Jii-chan’s talk. Then Minaho-neesan and Kyouko-san’s talk.

They’re all connected.

It’s to let me learn.

Therefore, Michi, we will be keeping the disturbance that’s about to happen in check

I tell Michi.

Certainly, Master!

Michi’s eyes are now full of fighting spirit.

She got back on her feet, seeing that she can’t stay down all the time.

How are you doing, Yomi and Luna? I’m okay now Me too

The two looked at me.

Yeah, I’ll need your help Yes, Sensei I understand, Nii-san

The two agreed.

I won’t help out. You know my position

Margo-san smiled at us.

Yes. Do your best finding yourself a sponsor, Margo-san

I said.

This is something I, no, it’s something we have to push forward on

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Now then.

Michi, do you think any one of the guards that came today can use Qi?

I asked Michi.

Yes. I’m sure on one person

Michi noticed one.

No, Kyouko-san mentioned that there are three people to expect among the bodyguards

I recall the conversation from earlier.

Naturally, it’s only with what I understood from our conversation.

Therefore, this might be a hint for me.

Or maybe, a trap.

However.

Kyouko-san mentioned three people. I should think there are more than three people who hold some abilities beyond understanding, but.

It will never be lower than three.

At least, we can consider the one Michi noticed as someone holding a dangerous ability. Among those who can use Qi should be some who can hide it perfectly

If they can use it, they can hide it until the last moment.

Michi and Edie, who showed a lot during the fight earlier, were in the wrong.

I understand, I won’t lower my guard and look for anyone suspicious

Michi nods.

Do you know Tendou Otome-san? She’s someone sent by the Kansai Yakuza, and she knows about the Miko power Yes, Shou-oneesama mentioned earlier

Oh, Edie should know about it as well.

Perhaps, she discovered it while I was talking with Jii-chan.

What about Yomi? Yes, we heard about it Yes, Nii-san

Now how do we deal with this?

Be careful of Tendou Otome-san, but, be sure to check on the other girls as well. Other spies may be blending in Yes, Shou-oneesama mentioned another spy

I heard that too.

Act with the thought that there might be another one Does that mean we can’t trust Shou-oneesama either?

Yomi looks at me in surprise.

Not that. It’s about being careful with the situation. Earlier, Kyouko-san moved quickly, and so they fizzled Yomi and Luna’s Miko power. The bodyguards didn’t see anything

Michi stopped Kyouko-san’s movements with nothing but Qi.

It’s not Miko power.

But, they heard you two say Miko, right? During that break, they might discuss it, saying, I wonder what that meant? What were the two trying to do? And if Tendou-san were to explain about the Miko power, then. Huh? Why would she do that, Nii-san?

Luna asks curiously.

It’s better if we obscure Tendou-san at today’s party. If things go well, then all the bodyguards in Misuzu’s school will get along, and they can act together, right? Misuzu and Ruriko will be the center of it

That’s the reason for the friendly party.

If that happens, it will become harder for Tendou-san to move. If Tendou-san is really acting according to Kansai Yakuza orders, then, she wants to put a stain on Misuzu’s reputation, and have the bodyguards get suspicious at each other

It’s a problem for the Yakuza if the relationship between Kouzuki house and the other noble families become stronger than before.

Instead, they want other families to be arguing with Kouzuki house.

If that happens, Kouzuki house has to split resources as they have to deal with another group than the Kansai Yakuza.

And currently, we’re at a slight disadvantage

I tell Michi what Margo-san explained earlier.

i see If the bodyguards start to abandon their master and try to promote themselves to another family in today’s party, that will surely create a sour mood Yeah, it will become a lot of trouble

Michi, Yomi, and Luna agreed.

Those who had their bodyguard escape from them will be ashamed. And they might resent Kouzuki house as a result I mean, the side which the bodyguard escaped from and the side who accepted that bodyguard will be hostile with each other And that will turn their school life brutal

We cannot let that happen.

Therefore, we’ll do something before that happens

I tell everyone.

First, Luna, you’re to check everyone’s minds. Get thorough and investigate if there are any other spies than Tendou-san and if there’s anyone with dangerous abilities

We need to check people’s thoughts, and Miko power is useless unless she’s close to the other party.

Earlier, she was focused on her fight with Kyouko-san, and so she hasn’t checked the bodyguards yet.

Well, do we have any change of clothes for Luna? I want her to look like someone different at a glance

Yomi’s wearing shorts for easier movement, just like Yomi.

I have my spare uniform

Michi said.

Oh, since this is the main mansion of Kouzuki house, this place should have a change of clothes for when Misuzu stays over.

Luna’s well developed for her age, and since Michi’s flat, it should fit her.

Ah, Luna Yes, Nii-san? Don’t tell anyone what I’m thinking I get the gist of it

Michi speaks sullenly.

If we change the hairstyle, they won’t notice that Luna’s the same girl as before yeah, do that, Michi

Michi’s eyes scare me.

Also, you’ll be my little sister, Luna. You’re a silent and shy girl, and so you stick to me all the time Yes, Nii-san

Luna replied.

Sensei, what about me? Yomi will stay like that. You’ll follow us wearing that

It’s impossible to disguise Yomi.

It’s hard to hide her massive tits. It can’t be helped.

There’s no other girl at her age with such splendid size and shape.

Also, you’ll be Michi’s apprentice, Yomi. You’re using Kudou style martial arts Understood Also, Michi, you will be using Kudou style all the time What?

Michi’s eyes opened wide.

Your father uses Kudou style, and he uses it to express no threat to people around him, making it a comedic style That’s. Naturally, you make it your own, but, you cannot do that unless we overcome this current crisis

I speak strongly.

uu, I understand

Michi managed to say yes.

Edie and I were at fault for going at them unprepared. It’s our responsibility Good, just standby. We’ll wait until Rei-chan’s lecture is over

We moved.

Dear me, you’re quick to recover. You start moving people right away

Margo-san smiled happily as she watched us.

Recently, there are failed attempts of kidnapping happening abroad, and the assailants have been dealt with beforehand. Please exercise caution, everyone. Those cases may occur in Japan as well. Not just the bodyguards, we would also like the young ladies to report if they know anything

Rei-chan’s lecture is reaching the final stages.

Yeah, everyone’s listening earnestly for the moment, but.

Girls who are Rei-chan’s fans, listening to her ecstatically.

Those who are listening carefully to the latest information Kouzuki SS has.

Those who are listening but looks down on Rei-chan and Kouzuki SS.

Bodyguards who are sending glances on other ladies, thinking about how to promote themselves.

Their reaction varies.

Okay, go now, Michi, Yomi

Michi and Yomi join in the courtyard before the lecture ends.

The two slides in behind Misuzu and Ruriko.

Edie slides sideways.

Kanou-san’s bodyguard, Shie-san, and Torii-san’s bodyguard, Adelheid-san, looked at Michi, but they ignored her right away.

Anjou Mitama and Kinuka, bodyguards of Kurama sisters, don’t look at them.

Okay, we’ll be waiting for our timing and then move right away Yes, Nii-san

Luna, who’s wearing Michi’s uniform and has her hair braided, looks cute.

She no longer looks the same from when she tried to attack Kyouko-san.

Uhm, it’s sticking to Nii-san

Luna’s rubbing her small chest on me.

Hauu, Nii-san’s smell is so relieving

She’s rubbing her nose on my clothes, sniffing.

Then, that’s the end of my lecture. Thank you for listening

Rei-chan concludes her talk.

The girls in the courtyard clap their hands for Rei-chan.

Everyone does this as part of etiquette.

As expected from the young ladies and their bodyguards.

No, there’s one bodyguard who’s not clapping and just stare at Rei-chan.

Ponytail and a sharp look in her eyes.

That’s the one the Kansai Yakuza ordered to infiltrate. Tendou Otome-san.

Luna, you need to check on that one. However, don’t focus on just her

That’s right, she stands out too much as a spy.

I understand, Nii-san

Luna replies while clinging to me.

I’m sure that everyone has more questions, but, I think that everyone must be famished

Shou-neechan swapped with Rei-chan and speaks to the girls.

Therefore, Fujimiya and I will be answering your questions individually during the party, would you mind, Misuzu-sama?

Shou-neechan calls Misuzu.

Indeed, I think that’s for the better

Misuzu smiled and said.

Then, let’s have the preparations ready for the party

Shou-neechan instructed, and women wearing maid clothes bring in food and drinks.

They’re not real maids.

These re the women from Kouzuki SS.

I mean, Kinoshita-san’s over there.

As usual, she looks as young as a high school girl, and yet, the flail on her back is making sounds.

No, she looks too cute that you can’t think that what she has is a weapon.

Here’s your glass

The maids hand over the young ladies a glass.

Then, they ask which drink they want and pour it.

Oh, it looks like it’s a rule to start with a toast.

But.

They only hand the glasses to the young ladies.

The bodyguards remain standing.

Rei-chan and Shou-neechan don’t have glasses either.

That means.

It’s clear who’s the master and who’s the servant.

The servants aren’t allowed to toast together with their master.

Everyone, do you have your glass?

Misuzu stands up from her seat and speaks.

No, I’m not allowing this.

The current flow will only support the decision of the bodyguards who are dissatisfied with their current Master to abandon them.

Wait, Misuzu

I speak loudly.

Luna hides behind me as we walk.

Yes, Danna-sama? Give Danna-sama a glass, hurry

Misuzu orders the maid nearby, but.

That’s not all, Misuzu

I said.

You need to offer everyone a glass But I believe everyone has their glasses?

Misuzu speaks curiously.

No, I’m talking about the bodyguards, do they have their glasses?

I said, then the courtyard became noisy.

Misuzu, what’s the objective of today’s party?

I continue to speak loudly.

Well, That is for Fujimiya-san of Kouzuki SS to give lectures about the latest information to the bodyguards, and a getogether party with the young ladies with their bodyguards

Misuzu’s also a noble family daughter. She’s attending Japan’s best school for them.

That way of thinking is inevitable.

No, it’s probably her way of telling me how the other young ladies think.

That’s wrong, Misuzu

I said.

The guests for today are the young ladies and their bodyguards. That means the bodyguards are also guests of Kouzuki house

The courtyard becomes quiet.

You’re being rude to your guests

Misuzu.

I’m very sorry, Danna-sama

She bows her head deeply.

my. Misuzu-sama?

The young ladies are surprised.

Why are you apologizing to me? Do that to your guests Yes, I’m very sorry, dear bodyguards. Hurry up and bring everyone glasses

Misuzu orders. The maids start moving.

Ah.

They have enough prepared for all.

That means that they assumed that I’ll do this.

Please wait! Misuzu-sama, what do you mean by this? Giving glasses to our servants?

Kanou-san protests.

Kanousama, your comment is natural, however.

Misuzu looks at Kanou-san.

Danna-sama is right, everyone who gathered in here today are all guests of Kouzuki house. And we cannot be rude to them

Then, she speaks to the young ladies in the courtyard.

I don’t think everyone in here agrees, but, would you please give consideration and allow this?

Then.

I don’t mind!

Torii-san speaks.

I always have tea time with Haiji. Bodyguards standing by while the Master drinks tea? That’s obsolete in this age! We’re already in the 21st century!

Adelheid-san nods.

Mariko-san, you shut up!

Kanou-san shouts at Torii-san.

However.

Mariko-san?

Are these two close?

i haven’t done anything Sakurako-san has to scold me with! You need to shut up!

This doesn’t look good.

This is nothing to fight about! If we want everyone in here to have fun, then isn’t it just natural to have everyone toast together?

I said. Kanou-san gets angry.

Besides, what’s with you? You’re not a noble, you’re just a lowly person Misuzu-sama picked up from somewhere! Kanou-sama

Misuzu stops Kanou-san.

If you were to continue your rudeness to my Danna-sama, I will not show mercy

Everyone in the courtyard froze.

Kuromori Kou-sama will be my husband, he’s the man to succeed Kouzuki house. Grandfather already gave his approval, haven’t you seen it earlier?

Jii-chan shows the young girls that he’s having a friendly conversation with me on purpose.

If that’s what Onii-sama asks, then I will obey

Ruriko stands up and hands Adelheid-san a glass.

Please take this glass

She smiled.

uhm

Adelheid-san looks confused. Torii-san.

Take it. You must not refuse something a Kouzuki lady offers you yes

Adelheid-san takes the glass.

Then, Shie-san as well

Misuzu smiled and hands over a glass to Shie-san, Kanou-san’s bodyguard.

i.

Shie-san looks perplexed.

It can’t be helped. Take it, Misuzu-sama offered it to you yes

Shie-san takes the glass.

Then, give everyone a glass to toast

Yoshiko-san distributes glasses to the bodyguards on the other table.

The bodyguards look at their master.

The Masters reluctantly accepted it.

Okay.

That reaffirms the relationship of the bodyguards with their Masters.

They came here because of their Masters.

If they see it that way, they will lose the mood to abandon their Master and find a new one.

Give Seki-san and Fujimiya-san a glass as well

I ordered the maids.

However, I’m just a vassal of Kouzuki house

Shou-neechan tries to say that, but.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a servant or not, if an adult came over to teach, then it’s natural to thank them

That’s right.

These girls clapped their hands as a courtesy, but.

Nobody thanked Rei-chan and Shou-neechan at all.

Misuzu, before you begin the toast, you show Seki-san your gratitude and then wish for happiness to everyone who came over today, and that’s when you toast

I said. Misuzu.

I understand. Then, please hold your glass as well, Danna-sama

Huh?

Oh, right, I don’t have a glass yet.

Here, Nii-san

Edie handed Luna a glass.

It looks like it has orange juice.

Michi and the girls have their glass already.

Everyone, other than the maids, has their glass.

Well, the maids aren’t guests, so.

Well then, everyone, first, Fujimiya Reika-san and Seki-san of Kouzuki SS, we thank you for a very educational lecture for today

Misuzu bows her head, and the others followed.

And then, for everyone who gathered here today, I thank you. I wish for everyone in here to enjoy life, and not get into any troubles and a toast to that

That’s right. It’s that kind of gathering today.

Toast!

Misuzu’s voice echoes in the courtyard.

I raised my glass and took a sip.

Then, please enjoy the party, everyone

Misuzu said, and the garden party begins.

Now, this is where the battle begins.

Chapter 852. High Life Secret Technique

Then, please enjoy the night everyone

Misuzu announced the start of the party, and yet.

The young ladies are still quiet.

They seem puzzled about why do they have to toast together with their servants.

However, with this tense atmosphere.

The bodyguards will no longer move to promote themselves to other houses.

Misuzu-sama, I have a question

Kanou-san didn’t take a sip from the glass.

Yes, what is it, Kanou-sama?

Misuzu smiles.

Everyone in the courtyard looked at the two.

What are you trying to do?

Kanou-san glared at Misuzu.

Shie-san behind her shows a blank look on her face.

She’s holding the glass, but she’s not drinking.

Well, her Master still hasn’t taken a sip, so the servant won’t do the same.

What do you mean?

Misuzu shows a relaxed look as she answered.

Why is Kouzuki Misuzu-sama treating the bodyguards equally as us?

Kanou-san asks.

Even if you ask me, I only did what Danna-sama told me to do

Misuzu’s eyes send me a passionate look.

Today, I have sent invitations to everyone. By that, I mean the young ladies of each family and their bodyguards. That means everyone in this courtyard are all my, no, guests of Kouzuki house I don’t accept that reason. I’m asking why do I have to treat the servants as an equal!

Kanou-san responded with a slightly irritated tone.

Oh? Do you not understand it? Kanou-sama?

Misuzu replies slowly.

I’m the one who invited you all, which means that I’m the one who lowers my attitude the most in here. All the young ladies and the bodyguards here are superior to me. You’re all my guests after all

The young ladies and their bodyguards listen to what Misuzu’s saying.

Despite that, if I don’t offer a glass to the bodyguards, who are also my guests, then it would be impolite of me. It will be a display of hubris. Danna-sama only pointed out that error of mine

Misuzu points at me, everyone’s now looking this way.

Luna, who’s clinging on my back sticks closer.

Danna-sama, Misuzu made a mistake. I’m sorry. I won’t make the same mistake again, please do not abandon Misuzu.

Misuzu apologizes to me.

She does that while all the young ladies, the bodyguards, the Kouzuki SS female employees wearing maid clothing watches.

I.

As long as you understand. Also, don’t do it again

Err.

I won’t hate you from something this trivial, don’t worry Thank you, Danna-sama

That weird exchange eased up the tension from the girls in the courtyard.

It’s a matter within Kouzuki house, please pay it no heed

Ruriko smiled at the other girls instead of Misuzu.

Kouzuki house is a family with an ancient origin and is currently thriving by managing various enterprise

Ruriko said.

Though I say management, it’s nothing different from business. And in business, the first rule is to never be rude with your customers

The young girl continues her speech.

Kouzuki group has plenty of people working for them. They’re employees of the Kouzuki group during office hours. However, if it goes beyond that, they’re precious customers of Kouzuki group products. Grandfather always tells us They’re the employees of Kouzuki group, and that makes them the first customers for the products of Kouzuki group That’s right.

If the people working for Jii-chan’s company says, the other company has better products and service, let’s go buy there.

Kouzuki group will have no future.

The society may force its employees to buy in-house products, but the Kouzuki group doesn’t implement that rule. A forced purchase will not let you listen to any dissatisfaction or demands the employees have for the products

Ruriko smiled.

That’s Henry Ford’s ideology

Torii-san, who can’t read the mood, joins in the conversation.

Back then, when talking about cars, it’s a rich person’s luxury item. Henry Ford raised the salary of the workers on his automobile company, and the type Ford made cheaply was mass-produced, and so the workers were able to purchase one. He started with the people in his company, and soon after, cars became popularized with the public Oh, I see. The thought of they’re just servants no longer work at this age. We would like all the bodyguards to seek out the products of Kouzuki group as well Indeed, the bodyguards are also guests for today, and so this is nothing but hospitality

Ruriko said. Misuzu takes over.

Dear guests, do enjoy the night according to your judgment

Your judgment.

That means, within their own master’s permission.

I see.

Misuzu isn’t treating the young ladies and their bodyguards as equal.

Instead, she’s sending a message that the bodyguards should also enjoy within the scope of their duty.

Well, the relationship between the young ladies and bodyguard is all over the place.

Some bodyguards are friendly with their young lady.

And some bodyguards came from loyal servant family.

This is a gathering of various young ladies, meaning.

And so, they unconsciously conform their strict rule from their family to their bodyguards.

The traditional formula where Master and Servants has a clear distinction between them.

The idea of not giving the bodyguards a glass for toast is proof.

But this is just a small gathering of the young ladies and their bodyguards with gentle relationships. So it’s reasonable to have everyone toast.

I, Kouzuki Misuzu, ask all of you to do so I’d like to ask for the same

Misuzu and Ruriko bowed their head.

Yoshiko won’t show herself at times like this.

She’s lived as Ruriko’s attendant for a long time.

If she speaks as a representative of Kouzuki’s house at times like this, she’ll only receive animosity.

Therefore, Yoshiko-san leaves it to Misuzu and Ruriko, she backs off to not stand out.

If that’s what Misuzu-sama says. Now, let’s toast once again

The young ladies who are close to their bodyguards are joined with their bodyguards.

The whole courtyard is filled with a gentle mood, but.

Wait!

Kanou-san seems to remain unconvinced.

You all seem to be deceived smoothly, but ordinary employees are different from bodyguards!

She protests.

Bodyguards are born from generations of servants! They’re SERVANTS! They will never be equal to us!

Shie-san says nothing while her Master says that.

That may be true to Kanou-sama’s house, but feudal houses aren’t everything at times like this!

Torii-san smiled.

Like, Haiji here, she’s hired by father using a contract. Overtime work and wages are all calculated beforehand

She looks at Adelheid-san behind her.

Yes, I act as Mariko-ojousama in accordance to the contract

Adelheid-san, the half-race yet black haired bodyguard, replied.

Torii house is modernistic. We’re not like Kanou-sama’s family, we live in the 21st century. You’re still in the last century, or should I say that you’re still tied up on the 19th-century class system. I think you’re too old-fashioned

Torii-san attacks Kanou-san.

Well, that’s because your family never had a family of vassals!

Kanou-san retorts sullenly.

Back at you, Kanou-sama. There’s nobody else who has the same traditional vassals, you’re trapped in your old-fashion thinking!

Torii-san sneered.

Oh, speaking of which, Kanou-sama’s family doesn’t manage a business. Therefore you can’t understand Misuzu-sama’s managerial ideology!

Kanou house is a noble family, but they don’t have a company?

Hmm?

Then, why do they hire a bodyguard even at this age?

Is it because Shie-san’s family serves them, and so they don’t need money?

Really?

Michi’s receiving payments from Jii-chan’s bank as Misuzu’s bodyguard every month.

Someone from Torii house trying to mock Kanou house?

Kanou-san glared at Torii-san.

Shie-san behind Kanou-san shows a scary face as well.

Torii house has multiple businesses. We’re responsible for our employees. We’re not like the other black family who prides with their past

Torii-san glared at Kanou-san.

Ah, Adelheid-san doesn’t care. She has no desire to fight.

Okay, that’s enough

Shou-neechan interrupts with a smile.

A Kouzuki house servant dares to order me?

Kanou-san glares at Shou-neechan.

Yes. I’m an employee. And that is why I will have to stop you right there

Shou-neechan doesn’t break her smile.

I think Kanou-sama knows but, Kakka is at home today

Right, Jii-chan is in the mansion.

And I still am Kakka’s personal bodyguard

Kanou-san’s complexion changed.

Kakka is in his own house, and if Kanou-ojousama and Torii-ojousama were to cause trouble, it is a big problem for me i understand

Kanou-san speaks in a small voice.

Yes? What did you understand?

Shou-oneechan pushes further, keeping the same smile.

I’ve said too much. I’m visiting Kouzuki-sama’s mansion, and yet, I’ve done something so discourteous. I’m very sorry! Even if you tell me that, I’m just a servant.

Shou-neechan said. Kanou-san.

Misuzu-sama, Ruriko-sama, and everyone. I’ve shown something unsightly, I’m very sorry

She stands up.

Oh, where are you going?

Misuzu asks.

I will return home. Thank you for inviting me today

Huh? You’re going home now?

Just because you lost cool in an argument?

Do you think I’ll allow such selfishness?

Misuzu speaks coldly.

If I stay for any longer, it’ll bring shame to my house And if you come home Kanou-sama, it will bring shame to Kouzuki house

Misuzu talked back.

Sakurako-sama, you’re the daughter of Kanou house, a family with longstanding tradition and lineage similar to Kouzuki house. Other families wouldn’t know why you went home when you were invited to the Kouzuki mansion, yet you returned home without receiving our hospitality. Yes, Misuzu-sama, no it will be a disgrace for Kakka

Misuzu said. Shou-neechan added.

Sit down, Kanou-sama I understand

Shou-neechan urged Kanou-san returned to her seat.

Torii-san, even if you two are close, having that kind of argument while everyone is watching will do you no good i’m sorry

Misuzu scolds Torii-san, she apologized.

Close?

Kanou-san and Torii-san are close?

However, Misuzu-sama!

Suddenly, another young lady calls Misuzu out.

What is it?

Misuzu turns to that young lady.

In regards to what Kanou-sama mentioned. I have a question

The young lady responded.

Nii-san

Luna whispered.

Tendou-san pushed that one to speak

Luna is checking the minds of the young ladies in this place while clinging to me.

Tendou Otome is the Kansai Yakuza spy. Oh, she’s over there. Smiling.

A certain someone asked me, but, she’s wondering that the gathering today maybe Kouzuki house’s method of trying to open some evaluation on our bodyguards.

That’s problematic.

Finding the capable personnel among our bodyguards and hire them under Kouzuki SS. Young bodyguards for VIPs are high in demand, and so they’re dispatched with a high reward. And that becomes Kouzuki SS’ new business

The courtyard became noisy.

Is that true? Misuzu-sama, do you plan on taking away our bodyguards? Evaluation?

Oh, Tendou Otome planted that.

Spreading bad rumors about Kouzuki house.

What’s the problem with that?

Misuzu went for the offensive.

Then, that’s true?

As soon as the young lady said that.

Well, how do I explain this?

Misuzu shows the best smile she has.

To begin with, Kouzuki SS has enough people wanting to get hired as bodyguards But.

The young lady opposing Misuzu sends a glance to Tendou Otome.

Tendou Otome nods.

Kouzuki house is now searching for Ruriko-sama and Yoshiko-sama’s bodyguard, right?

The two don’t have bodyguards right now.

Huh? From our bodyguards? They’re picking bodyguards for the two?

The other young ladies raised their voices.

Then, the eyes of the bodyguards who want to change Masters have changed.

Well, that’s a good argument, but.

Misuzu smiles.

Yoshiko-sama is in her third year, and I’m in my second year. Once we graduate high school, we will have adult bodyguards with us

Right, Yoshiko-san only needs half-year, and Misuzu only needs a year before graduating.

However, let’s say that it’s just a half-year remaining, but it would still be an honor for a bodyguard to serve Kouzuki house You are correct, but it’s a question of whether we need it or not

Misuzu smiled.

Ruriko is still in middle school, and she’s at the same age as my bodyguard, Michi. I can ask Michi to become Ruriko’s bodyguard anytime

The bodyguards leaked a sigh.

Also, Michi is raising her own disciple

Misuzu looks at Yomi, who’s at Michi’s side.

Yomi, give your greetings

Yomi.

Yes! Yuzuki Yomi, 5th kyu in Kudou style martial arts!

Yeah, it’s my instruction to introduce herself as a disciple of Kudou arts.

Oh, that girl That’s the girl that showed up on the exhibition match earlier Oh, the one Kyouko Messer tossed around Her breasts are big

Several of them spoke.

Yomi, where’s Luna?

Misuzu asks on purpose.

It looks like she noticed the reason why Luna’s disguised.

Luna’s still feeling sick after being thrown around in the air

Yomi said.

I see. It can’t be helped then

Misuzu smiled.

And as you can see, we have a rookie in training

Then, the ladies in the courtyard.

i see She even tried to fight back Kyouko Messer That must be her study as a bodyguard To pile up some experience

Having them think that way helps out.

Well then, I’ll explain in detail why I opened up this gathering.

Misuzu begins to talk.

Our bodyguards, if it was in the old age, Kanou-sama would be right, each family would have bodyguards that serve them for generations, and they choose the daughter at the right age among them

And that’s Shie-san.

However, times have changed, and it’s no longer a vassal family for each noble house. As you can see, Torii-san’s family hires bodyguard according to their skills

Torii-san puffs her chest.

Adelheid-san remains expressionless.

My Michi here has her father serving Kouzuki house. The old family lineage of bodyguards for Kouzuki house is already gone. Grandfather started that when he established Kouzuki SS That applies to my house Me too

Oh, other bodyguard lineages don’t continue, like Shie-san’s.

And in this age, it comes to our mind that it might be better to use a system for our bodyguards

Misuzu said.

A system? Yes, for example, if a ruffian tried to attack me in front of the school, Michi will protect me

Yeah, she’s Misuzu’s bodyguard.

But, what if Kanou-sama was next to me at that time?

Misuzu looks at Kanou-san.

Shie will protect me That’s the natural course of events, yes. But, if Michi and Shie-san don’t cooperate, it will only cause danger to Kanou-sama and me Shie is skilled

Kanou-san looked at Misuzu, offended.

Indeed. But don’t you think that it’s better if they know each other’s skills and follow up with each other? Shie will protect me perfectly

Misuzu smiled.

Then, let’s change the situation. Kanou-sama and I.and 15 other students who don’t have bodyguards are attacked by 20 ruffians

She stared at Kanou-san.

No matter how many enemies there are, Shie will keep me. And you don’t care about the other students, is that it?

Misuzu said.

Our school has nothing but daughters of noble houses. No matter how rich you are, if you have no lineage, you can’t enroll. And we, among all those daughters of noble houses, are allowed to bring in our personal bodyguard to school

She looks over at the ladies in the courtyard.

Don’t you think that it’s the duty of us, the nobles, to protect the other students who don’t have bodyguards?

Misuzu’s words soak into their heads.

If our bodyguards can cooperate, then they can deal with the situation, no matter what it is

Misuzu looks at Shie-san.

However, up until now, bodyguards only follow the respective families, and so they refuse to cooperate That’s because they don’t want to get dragged to another house

The young lady talking to Misuzu earlier speaks up.

If the bodyguards were getting along, they might leak secrets from their house

And she’s purposely making everyone feel uneasy.

That’s a problem of attitude between us, their masters

Misuzu replied.

If you mistreat your bodyguards because you think of them as nothing but vassals, showing how sloppy you are without care, your evaluation will naturally lower

The young lady looks at Tendou Otome, but.

She doesn’t show any sign this time.

What’s essential is cooperation. Our bodyguards have to get along with each other That’s a problem.

The one who said that is.

She’s in the same table as Misuzu, and yet, she stayed dwarfed the whole time.

Kurama Misato-san and Arisu-san’s bodyguard.

Anjou Mitama-san.

We do have individual secret techniques that we can never tell anyone

Huh?

Surely some villains will try to steal other family’s secret technique in the name of exchange

Kinuka-san nods.

Even if it is Misuzu-sama who says that we will never let our Anjou family secret techniques get stolen

Err.

It’s the same people who used Skylab Hurrican Mixer just earlier.

Can you really say that?

Chapter 854. High Life Loyal Retainer

New names introduced in High Life Arc.

Young ladies and their bodyguards

Kanou Sakurako 16yo Daughter of Kanou house, a family with a long history rivaling Kouzuki house.

Shiranui Shie 17 yo Sakurako’s bodyguard. A daughter of a family that serves Kanou house for generations.

Torii Mariko 16 yo Young lady of Torii electronics. She seems cut off from others, unable to read the mood.

Haiji Katori 13 yo Mariko’s bodyguard. However, a girl hired by contract. Half-race.

Kurama Misato 18 yo. Daughter of Kurama house, which is sinking down. Planned to become a prostitute.

Kurama Arisu 13 yo. Misato’s little sister. Always covers up her sister.

Anjou Mitama 18 yo. Misato’s bodyguard. Will attack from the sky – Favorite phrase. Silent.

Anjou Kinuka 13 yo. Arisu’s bodyguard. Thick nerves.

Kansai Yakuza Spy:

Tendou Otome 17 yo She infiltrated as a bodyguard of the granddaughter of Mizushima holdings’ president.

Isn’t that for you to hide so others won’t steal it?

Torii-san, who can’t read the mood, speaks loudly.

Haiji, isn’t that how it is with bodyguards?

Adelheid-san.

In our world, it’s ordinary that we try to steal each other’s skills. If you don’t want your secret technique taken, then hide it, bodyguards know that That means, it’s the fault of those who got their skills stolen, right?

That’s harsh, Torii-san.

It is as you say. And as we sisters want to protect our family’s secret technique, we would like to refuse cooperation with other family bodyguards Indeed

Anjou Mitama-san followed, and Kinuka-san agreed.

I wonder if there are skills you can genuinely hide?

Edie said while smiling.

Anjou martial arts have a history of 350 years with it

Mitama-san shows slight anger while still being expressionless.

It has nothing to do with history, it’s about whether you’re weak or strong, and whether you can use it or not

Edie provokes Mitama-san.

Can you use it at this age? That secret technique you’re talking about

Edie said.

Right. Like, that skill where you jumped to the sky earlier didn’t work on Kyouko Messer at all

Torii-san said.

Yeah, the Skylab Hurricane Mixer something.

Haiji, what’s your opinion on that?

Adelheid-san looked at the Anjou sisters coldly.

.DUMM! What do you mean?

Torii-san giggled.

In German language, it means Fool, stupid, dimwit and the likes

Adelheid-san replied.

.!!!

Shit, Anjou sisters are.

Especially the little sister, Kinuka-san, looks like she’s about to jump.

Haa? Can you really say that?

However, Edie gets in between.

She shows a fed-up look.

Can someone who didn’t even do anything, not even a single attack, when Kyouko Messer showed up laugh at that?

Edie and Michi had a fight with Kyouko-san.

Though she’s no match, Adelheid-san didn’t move a single muscle has no right to criticize.

i was watching the situation!

Adelheid-san refutes, but.

And if it’s your current self, everyone would die while you’re still looking at the situation. All the Masters and bodyguards

Edie speaks sadistically.

what do you know? I think it’s time for you to stop

Kanou-san tells Adelheid-san.

She’s shown her skill to everyone. No matter what you say, you’ll only look like a grumbling loser My Haiji isn’t a loser!

Torii-san shouts at Kanou-san.

That’s not what I’m talking about! My Shie couldn’t even do a thing against Kyouko Messer-san! I’m very sorry

Shie-san bows her head to her master.

I’m not blaming you

Kanou-san tells her bodyguard.

Then, she sighed.

I understand, I acknowledge Misuzu-sama’s suggestion. It’s the right choice

She tells Misuzu.

Times have changed. We can no longer rely on each family having their own bodyguard protect them, foreigner criminals are coming in Japan We need everyone to deal with that absurdity!

Adelheid-san speaks intensely, but.

Should I call her back again?

Edie smiles.

Yomi, Kyouko, and Cordelia are still around, right? yes, I don’t think they left yet

Yomi replied.

As everyone can guess, Kyouko Messer and Kouzuki house are currently business partners. Naturally, Kouzuki house pays Kyouko a lot of cash. And so, when Kyouko-sama has business in Japan, she will have to let Kouzuki house know the details, and if another foreign criminal organization comes in Japan, Kyouko Messer will deal with them as soon as they land Then, what about Fujimiya Reika-sama’s fight on television?

One of Rei-chan’s fan asks.

That is Kyouko Messer’s pastime. However, she’s not playing around, and so we always put our lives on the line when dealing with her

Rei-chan replied.

Kouzuki SS asked Kyouko Messer-san to train them in combat

Misuzu said.

Though it’s training, the current age of bodyguards need to develop to deal with people of her skill But, it’s unknown whether Kyouko Messer would continue her cooperation with us for long

Ruriko said.

She’s a genuine world-class crime syndicate head after all. If she finds someone who can offer better terms than Kouzuki house, she will change sides immediately

They all turned quiet.

Please imagine that. Kyouko Messer’s party went and raided our school. We’re all daughters of noble houses if a criminal group were to kidnap us.

They could take hostage of the whole political and business leaders.

And once that happens, do you think that we should protect ourselves? Our bodyguards saving only oneself, evacuating you to a safe place. Do you mind letting the criminals kidnap the other students who don’t have their personal bodyguards?

Now that they saw Kyouko Messer, an overwhelming existence.

Ruriko’s lines become solid in their imagination.

If we want our bodyguards cooperating, then it has to start with regular training. And gathering such as this is a necessity, depending on the situation, they might need to share each other’s secret techniques

Kanou-san said.

However, it’s our family’s treasure!

Anjou Mitama speaks with a firm tone.

Kanou-san looks at Shie-san.

Shie, does your family have a secret technique?

Shie-san speaks without care.

Yes, we do have a few

Shie-san’s house also had those.

Have you used that in combat at least once? Also, do you think it would pass if it’s against Kyouko Messer-san’s level?

Shie-san.

I cannot answer the first question. Everyone’s listening, and so my answer to the second question is I don’t know

She hides the real answer.

I see. But I think that you should test out your skills at least once

Kanou-san said.

I don’t know if Kuraman-san’s bodyguard display of a strange skill is their secret technique, but.

No, I doubt that anyone other than people before their thirties can do that skylab hurricane mixer.

Like, it’s combined Skylab Hurricane and Hurricane mixer or so they say

Kouzuki SS also has some old martial arts techniques that are obsolete for the current age. So they’re working out on arranging it to become usable for the present era. Right, Michi-san?

Shou-neechan looks at Michi.

Yes, I’m sorting through the ancient skills of Kudou arts and turning them usable for the current age

Hmm, Kudou style turned weird since Michi’s father.

I believe that it’s about time for everyone to sort through the techniques passed through your family generations

Shou-neechan said.

Kouzuki SS knows how to do it. We have gathered professional who uses various martial arts, and we have an understanding of modern warfare. If you don’t mind, we are willing to help However, that only means that Kouzuki SS will also absorb the secret techniques from family tradition

The one complaining is the girl Tendou Otome pushes forward.

That spy looks like she hates it if things don’t go her way.

There’s no need for you to reveal all of your secret techniques. If there’s something you want to hide, then please continue hiding it. But, I think that it benefits you if you have your skills checked by professionals, right?

Shou-neechan said.

Not all of the family tradition secret techniques are passed from parent to child anyway The point is that we want to create a system where we can cooperate with each other in case anything happens. If it’s now, we cannot assist, and we don’t know who has what skills. But, if we could collaborate, even for just a bit, then it makes it easier to support each other

Edie said.

Michi and I displayed a lot earlier. Both our secret and hidden techniques

No, it wasn’t on purpose.

You two were trying to fight Kyouko-san seriously, and so you didn’t hide anything.

Edie is trying to persuade the girls with reason.

Then.

Can I ask a question? Earlier, there was a technique you used to stop Kyouko Messer from moving for a moment. Was that a Qi skill?

One of the young ladies raised her hand.

Beauty with long straight black hair.

The other young ladies are wearing a party dress, yet.

She’s the only one wearing a short white suit like it’s a school uniform.

Right

Edie smiled.

Then, allow me to speak boldly. Could you teach that skill to me?

Huh? You want to learn that?

But, she’s not a bodyguard, but a young lady.

She’s sitting down.

Were you not taught to introduce yourself if you seek instruction?

Edie tells the black-haired lady.

You’re rude! You’re just a bodyguard!

Torii-san scolds Edie, but.

If it’s between a fellow soldier, there’s no bodyguard, there’s no young lady

Edie said. Then the black-haired young lady stands up.

I’m very sorry about that. I’m Kuromiya style spearmanship teacher, Kuromia Motoko

Kuromiya-san bows her head to Edie.

I’m born in Kuromiya house, and as you can see, I do have a bodyguard, but I do intend on continuing the path of the warrior myself

She’s becoming a martial artist despite being a young lady?

I guess they exist too.

Mikuriya, greet them

The girl with fluffy hair standing behind Kuromiya-san bows her head.

She’s a bodyguard, yet she’s wearing a skirt. She’s more of the young lady at a glance.

Kuromiya school, Mikuriya Kurumi

She holds her dress and greets with grace.

And I’m Edie

Edie greets.

If it’s Qi, I can teach you anytime. However, it depends on you whether you can use it or not We don’t mind no matter how strict the training Yes

Kuromiya-san and Mikuriya-san said.

The severity of training doesn’t matter. It’s a matter of sense

Edie said.

Those without the sense can never do it no matter how much they try. You already know which ones have the sense, right? Michi?

Edie talks to Michi.

That’s right

Michi nods.

I mean, if there’s anyone else who wants to learn, just say it immediately. I’m an American, and so I don’t talk about hiding secrets or anything about your school. That’s narrow-minded. Skills carried out from the old days are disappearing after all

Edie said. Shie-san;

That’s not true. Japan respects tradition. They inherit the family tradition from generations. Americans probably will never understand that Didn’t I just say it earlier? I’m only looking at the sense

Edie smiled wryly.

If the child born in a family can’t use their family technique, then that will disappear. You don’t always give birth to a child with a sense for martial arts after all

Oh.

Right.

Children who don’t have that battle sense can’t ultimately inherit the family tradition style.

The secret technique passed through generations becomes lukewarm.

If it remains in the right shape, then the other blood will need it Edie-san’s right. In Noh and Kabuki society, the old traditional arts aren’t passed down in one family. They pick the performer with a good sense from other blood, going through multiple performances on the way, and that connects to the current age

Ruriko talks about traditional performance art.

Furthermore, martial arts isn’t artistic like the performing arts. You take down people or protect someone. Even if it’s a secret technique passed down for generations, if you can’t use it at the current age, then it’s useless. You can leave it behind as traditional art. However, if it’s a skill you need to protect someone, you must abandon useless skills Edie speaks strongly. If you’re sticking to some obsession, you won’t be able to protect anyone

Edie smiled.

Also, it’s not just the bodyguards, the young ladies need to learn something to defend themselves

Hey, Edie?

Like Motoko

Edie points at Kuromiya-san.

Hey, you’re rude to Kuromiya-sama!

Shie-san shouts at Edie, but.

No, I don’t mind. I aspire to become an apprentice. It’s natural for martial artists to be addressed without honorifics

Kuromiya-san said calmly.

Uhm, I also am taking lessons in Kudou style’s self-defense

Ruriko tells everyone.

Me too, I train together with Danna-sama

Misuzu said.

Sometimes, Fujimiya-san and Seki-san also join in our training

Yeah, when Shou-neechan and Rei-chan stay over in our mansion.

Everyone trains together.

We have machines in the training room in the mansion.

We sweat ourselves in the garden or in the basement, where Agnes was confined back then.

I often join in their training as well

Margo-san enters.

Why don’t you try coming over and move your body together with us?

She smiled.

No, uhm, it’s the bodyguard family’s duty to teach their Master self-defense

Shie-san said, but.

Why not? It’s more fun if we’re all together

Margo-san shows a refreshing smile.

However, I don’t think we can take it easy if we’re in a mansion where Kouzuki-sama is staying!

This time, Kanou-san resists.

Oh, She thinks that we’re living in the main mansion of Kouzuki house.

I mean, everyone’s wearing a beautiful dress.

They’re fussing because it’s a place where they might meet Jii-chan.

If that’s the case, would you like to use the older building of Kouzuki SS?

Shou-neechan said with a smile.

It’s only separated a street from this mansion, we can head there immediately. The duty bodyguards and standby have used this place for long, but we moved everyone to the new building, and nobody uses the old one. We have a dojo over there Is that okay, Seki-san?

Misuzu asks.

That mansion belongs to Kouzuki house as well I understand. Then I will ask Grandfather Me too

Misuzu and Ruriko said.

Then, I will be training there periodically

Rei-chan agreed with everyone.

I will drop by sometimes too

Margo-san said.

Huh? Reika-sama, you won’t teach self-defense? Wow? What do I do? Misuzu-sama, I would like to participate Me too!

The leader charges and the soldiers follow.

If Rei-chan’s fans say that they’re participating.

Their bodyguard has to follow as well.

While at it, it becomes a joint training.

And fellow bodyguards can deepen their bonds naturally.

By the way, Motoko

Edie speaks to Kuromiya-san.

Yes, what is it? Earlier, you mentioned something. Soujutsu, was it?

Edie smiles.

Kuromiya Motoko-san understood it from that smile.

Then, I will teach Soujutsu Then please

Yeah, cooperation begins from the upper level.

Then, please join in, everyone

Ruriko invites everyone once again.

i won’t join in! No!

Even so, Anjou sisters refuse.

mitama, Kinuka

Kurama Misato, who shrunk down, looks troubled.

that’s rude to Misuzu-sama, speaking so loudly That’s right. You two

Kurama Arisu-san, the little sister embracing the frightened elder sister, scolds her bodyguards.

but But!

Why are these two so obsessed about?

Kurama-san. It can’t be helped, these two are desperate on making a market for themselves

Torii-san?

With Kurama-san’s situation right now, you can’t keep your bodyguards, and that means that they’ll be unemployed

Torii-san said. Kurama sisters tremble.

That’s why they’re so desperate. They even tried to make some daring appeal of going at Kyouko Messer that’s wrong!

Anjou Kinuka denies it in a low voice.

Making a plea that you have some traditional secret technique, advertising yourself so desperately to get hired by another house. It’s commendable, but to think that you’re already looking for your next Master when you still have the current one. Although, I guess Kurama-san’s family is a carefree one that they don’t think of their own children’s future. If you don’t move on your own accord, you’ll die together with Kurama house, I’m worried about you So that’s the reason why the Anjou sisters are in a weird mood?

Their wild action and speech were all for job hunting?

Anjou house has a secret technique!

Mitama-san glared at Torii-san and said.

It doesn’t matter. I can understand how you feel

Torii-san doesn’t listen to them.

I will search for an employer for you two

Kanou-san?

Huh? That’s kind of you

Torii-san speaks teasingly.

Torii-san’s family can’t talk to other families, right?

Kanou-san glared back.

Shie Yes, I will talk to Father and tap other bodyguard families

Kanou house is a family with a history, and so they have a network for between bodyguards.

I’m grateful for your offer, but we refuse Refuse!

Anjou sisters tell Kanou-san.

But, if you stop your job, it will become easier for Kurama house

Kurama’s house looks like they’re nearing bankruptcy.

No, we already received our pay! Pay!

what?

Kinuka and I are Kurama house bodyguards from birth! From birth! If Kurama’s house were to perish, then we will come with them! With them!

hey! Wait!

We jumped in the fight with Kyouko Messer to show the spirit of Kurama house vassals! Their family may be sinking, but us retainers will never yield! Yield!

The sisters said.

But.

What faithful servants. I will talk to father and find a new household to serve for them Indeed, after all, Kurama house is expected to fall Let’s find a new employer for their sake as well

Kurama house’s collapse is already determined, really?

They think that they can’t bounce back.

It’s a waste to have such loyal retainers stay with Kurama-san and disappear with them How about we employ them at our house? Oh, the younger is a cute one, yes My little sister as at the age where she needs a bodyguard

This doesn’t look good.

Actually, this looks bad.

If the young ladies continue that topic.

The eyes of the bodyguards thinking of working for another family has changed.

If this goes on.

Chapter 855. High Life Imitation Gold

New names introduced in High Life Arc.

Young ladies and their bodyguards

Kanou Sakurako 16yo Daughter of Kanou house, a family with a long history rivaling Kouzuki house.

Shiranui Shie 17 yo Sakurako’s bodyguard. A daughter of a family that serves Kanou house for generations.

Torii Mariko 16 yo Young lady of Torii electronics. She seems cut off from others, unable to read the mood.

Haiji Katori 13 yo Mariko’s bodyguard. However, a girl hired by contract. Half-race.

Kurama Misato 18 yo. Daughter of Kurama house, which is sinking down. Planned to become a prostitute.

Kurama Arisu 13 yo. Misato’s little sister. Always covers up her sister.

Anjou Mitama 18 yo. Misato’s bodyguard. Will attack from the sky – Favorite phrase Silent.

Anjou Kinuka 13 yo. Arisu’s bodyguard. Thick nerves.

Kuromiya Motoko 17 yo. A young warrior lady. Kuromiya spearmanship instructor.

Mikuriya Kurumi 14 yo Motoko’s bodyguard, a fluffy-haired cute girl.

Torii-san’s family isn’t in nobility?

But.

I heard that only those who are nobility among nobility are allowed to have personal bodyguards in Misuzu’s school.

Torii house isn’t a family that will try to run over everyone else

Torii-san retorts.

Right. Torii-san’s family is indeed wealthy

One of the young ladies said.

I always hear the name Torii electronics.

It’s a big company.

If I recall correctly, they have a somewhat long history as well.

And it’s an enterprise known abroad, not just in Japan.

However, we don’t call families who are wealthy a nobility Indeed, furthermore, Torii-san’s family business started at Showa, and it was post-war, wasn’t it? A fruit of the economic boom? Torii electronics was established 50 years ago, right? It’s just recent

Oh.

Jii-chan mentioned the same thing on Yukino’s Shirasaka house.

True nobility doesn’t let owners of companies that started 50 years ago join them.

It doesn’t matter if their company has piled up multiple achievements and how rich they are.

If you want Torii-san’s family accepted, you need 50 more years

One of the young ladies says while showing a malicious smile.

You shouldn’t even be allowed to bring your bodyguard in school Seriously, I detest people who don’t understand their position

Now I understand the reason why Torii-san’s the only one out of place.

And the reason why she couldn’t find herself a bodyguard in the country and hired one from outside instead.

She belongs to a family that doesn’t have the right to bring her a personal bodyguard.

Naturally, no bodyguard family served Torii house from generations before.

Other families won’t lend her a bodyguard either.

And bodyguards would refuse to work for them.

Other nobility will look at them coldly, after all.

i!

Torii-san, who is about to talk back in frustration, got stopped by Kanou-san’s hand.

Sure, Torii-san’s house isn’t qualified to have a personal bodyguard accompany her

Kanou-san tells the young ladies.

However, she, Torii Mariko-san, is qualified

She speaks with a serious look.

Mariko-san is Kanou Morinaga’s Granddaughter

Kanou?

Just like me

Kanou Sakurako-san and Torii Mariko-san are cousins?

Geez, you really are.

Kanou-san sighed.

You have the blood of the head of Kanou house. Kanou house sent a wife to Torii house, one with lowly family status. That is a shame in the household. But, I don’t blame you, who were born as a result what was that? Are you mocking my mother!

Torii-san bites back at Kanou-san but.

Shut up! I belong to Kanou house! By all rights, you’re not allowed to speak to me directly!

Does that kind of status still exist in the modern age of Japan?

Your father seduced a woman of Kanou house, wanting power. And you will be used as a political marriage tool soon. Because they want to raise the status of Torii house

Kanou-san speaks harshly.

Your mother was nobility, and soon you will follow, knowing that, we allowed Mariko-san to behave as a daughter of nobility. We even let you have a bodyguard

In short, they know that she’s a semi-nobility daughter.

Mariko-san isn’t a genuine noble! You should notice that already. If not, you’ll just embarrass me! You have my blood in you!

Torii-san bites her lips.

i don’t consider myself as Kanou-san’s relative! But I do! The society does! Truth is truth. You can’t bend it!

Kanou-san speaks with hate.

That’s enough for you two

Misuzu intervenes.

Torii-san, Kanou-sama speaks harshly, but she’s worried about you

Misuzu looks at Kanou-san.

If not, then the young lady of Kanou head house will not visit this mansion

Huh?

Kanou-sama’s family rivals Kouzuki house in history. No, I believe that Kanou-sama’s house was established 300 years before Kouzuki house

Kanou house is older than Kouzuki house?

Therefore, I’m highly grateful that Kanou-sama took my invitation and came to this mansion for the party. But, the daughter of Kanou house not sitting together with everyone else is.

Kanou house has a high status. They have so much history.

Therefore, she was sitting alone in one table before the start of the lecture.

Jii-chan asked Kanou-san to sit on Misuzu’s table.

He concluded that she can’t join in with the other young ladies, and so he gave her preferential treatment.

Everyone, it’s in the past. Currently, Kanou house is far from reaching Kouzuki house’s prosperity

Kanou-san said and looked at Misuzu.

However, the pride as a nobility still remains

Indeed, since Kanou house has a high status among nobility.

Torii Mariko-san, who has Kanou house’s head as her Grandfather, is accepted as a nobility daughter.

I thought of coming personally to monitor Mariko-san so she won’t put shame on Kanou house. I’m genuinely sorry for the trouble she caused in Kouzuki house

This is a gathering of young ladies who have bodyguards in Misuzu’s school.

Torii-san is invited naturally.

And then, Torii-san who came to Kouzuki house may do something impolite, and so.

Kanou-san came here, worried.

If Torii-san wasn’t here, Kanou-san would’ve refused Misuzu’s invitation.

She has no interest in a party hosted by Kouzuki house.

And Mariko-san seriously said unpleasant lines, and her bodyguard was also an idiot! I’m incredibly embarrassed that I’d like to bury myself into a hole!

Kanou-san said.

Mariko-san, apologize to everyone, and we will take our leave!

She glared at Mariko-san.

I don’t want to!

Torii-san glared back.

I mean, I didn’t do anything wrong! Mariko-san! No means no!

Torii-san said flatly.

I also have my pride as the daughter of Torii house. I will not withdraw after my parents were turned to laughingstock!

I can understand what she’s trying to say.

Torii-san’s family, Torii electronics, is a first-class enterprise in Japan now.

She probably couldn’t agree with their idea of family standing.

Besides! What Kanou house? Sure, they have pride in their past, but that was before I was born! Kanou house is nothing now! Kanou house is. Kanou-san’s father is only assigned as the honorary president or board director on a few societal organizations. He’s not a company manager, an important person in the government, nor a member of the Diet. Kanou house doesn’t bring anything new nowadays! You’re just barely living with your name as nobility from the past!

I see.

Kanou house is collapsing, only having their high social status remaining.

Even so! Kanou house isn’t just another noble family! We have history!

Kanou-san shouts.

Indeed, you do have history. If you were an ordinary noble house, then you’ll crumble down once you start sinking like Kurama-san’s family, but.

Torii-san looked at the Kurama sisters.

Kurama Misato looks down in embarrassment.

Arisu-san embraces her elder sister from behind.

But Kanou house which has a high social status won’t collapse that easy

Torii-san said. Kanou-san groaned.

That’s why other families assign members of Kanou house as honorary members since Kanou family doesn’t want to feel disgraced as a member of the nobility, showing that they still live in wealth

Torii-san grinned.

Mariko-san, are you serious about that?

Kanou-san talks back.

Torii house even lets Kanou-san’s family have some honorary position in our company! Don’t think that I’ll allow all this ridicule on my family!

I see.

Kanou house is only a family with nobility status, but they don’t have any money or social status.

On the other hand, Torii house has a lot of money from its company but not accepted as nobility.

I don’t know the reason why Torii-san’s parents married, but.

Most people think that it’s a political marriage for money and honor.

Therefore, everyone thinks that Torii-san will soon become another wife for a political marriage to a family that is about to fall to ruin.

And with that situation, the young ladies don’t keep Torii-san company.

And everyone is at a loss on how to deal with Kanou-san, who belongs to a family that has nothing but high nobility status.

I now also understand why Torii-san suddenly introduced herself to Jii-chan without warning.

It’s not that she can’t read the mood.

She has no care about nobility, social status, nor authority.

Therefore, she greets Jii-chan, the head of Kouzuki house, as someone equal to her.

Are you done, Kanou-sama? Torii-san?

Misuzu said.

It’s improper for relatives to insult each other

Kanou-san, who gushed out her screams before she knew it felt ashamed.

i’m very sorry for the fuss we made

She stands up and bows to Misuzu and the other young ladies

We will leave right away. Torii-san, let’s go

Kanou-san tells Torii-san, but.

Torii-san looks displeased.

Then.

Wait

Misuzu says calmly.

It’s much more discourteous if you leave after that situation

Kanou-san looks at Misuzu angrily.

Just as you have your pride as the daughter of Kanou house, I have my status as the daughter of Kouzuki house. If you two went home, it would develop as a problem between my Grandfather and Kanou-sama’s Grandfather

It’s hard to preserve the relationship between two families with high social standing.

If that happens, I don’t know how I should apologize to Grandfather. To tell you the truth, Sakurako-san.

Misuzu calls her by her first name.

I’m a year older than you, and so you call me your senior in school, however.

She stares at Kanou-san.

Even if your family has a higher status than others, you mustn’t forget to be considerate with other families. You look only at yourself, and never at others

I mean, it’s as expected from the lady of Kanou house, she hardly cares about the face of Kouzuki house or other families and just acts on impulse.

She’s like Torii-san in a sense.

The two of them are basically arrogant people.

I apologize

Kanou-san bows her head.

Stay until the end of the party. We will send you home by car later

Misuzu looks at Torii-san.

Torii-san, please sit down Yes

Torii-san reluctantly agrees.

As expected of Misuzu-sama!

The young ladies are impressed.

As expected, Kouzuki house is of higher rank than Kanou house! Shh! If she hears that, Kanou-sama will cry! Oh my, you’re right Torii-san is no match against Kouzuki-sama’s authority after all They’re no match. Torii electronics against Kouzuki group

Family social standing, assets, and lineage, Kanou house nor Torii house, is no match against Kouzuki house even if they pile that up.

With that thought, nobody other than Misuzu can handle these cousins better than Misuzu.

Now then, I’m very sorry to keep you all waiting everyone

Misuzu said.

I’m also hungry now. Let’s eat

As soon as Misuzu said that.

Kouzuki SS maids take off the cover on the garden party catering meals.

They also bring cold drinks from the mansion.

They bring over warm and delicious meals from the side.

As expected.

There were some troubles after the toast, but.

They coped with it so they could serve the meals in their best state during the party.

They’re probably accustomed to serving parties Jii-chan hosts.

Parties where they have VIP from foreign countries, or guest of honor coming in late often happens.

At times like that, they consider bringing delicious food at perfect timings.

You two should eat

Misuzu smiled at Kanou-san and Torii-san.

i. I also.

The two show a gloomy face.

Oh? Are you still trying to be rude?

Misuzu smiled and said.

Enjoying the party is a way of consideration for others. Naturally, speaking your thoughts for the meals are included Yes, let’s go, Mariko-san

Kanou-san stands up and heads to the meals in the catering.

what? Just go by yourself, Kanou-san

Torii-san complained.

We need to show the other young ladies that we made peace after Misuzu-sama made arrangements. This is the gratitude for Misuzu-sama’s care Haa. I get it, we cannot cause more troubles on Kouzuki-sama’s party any more than this

Torii-san stood up.

Shie-san, Kanou-san’s bodyguard, walks behind her like it’s natural.

Torii-san noticed that.

Haiji, let’s go

She calls Adelheid-san behind her, but.

Adelheid-san’s not moving.

Right, very well. I’ll end my contract with you by the end of the month

Adelheid-san looked at Torii-san in surprise.

There’s no other way. I cannot have you around me after embarrassing me that way

Adelheid-san looks down with a teary face.

Torii-san looks at Kurama-san.

If possible, I’ll take Kurama-san’s two bodyguards. Naturally, that means Torii house will pay the transfer fee to Kurama house. Your family needs every little bit of money, right?

Kurama Misato and Arisu don’t answer.

we! We!

Anjou Mitama and Kinuka try to refuse Torii-san, but.

I’m not talking to you two

She’s showing that she’s negotiating with the Master.

Oh well. You have until the end of the party to think about it. I had to stay until the end, after all. I’d prefer not to go home without a bodyguard

That means she wants to hire Mitama-san and Kinuka-san and go home with them.

Well, it doesn’t have to be you two anyway

Torii-san leaves the table with Kanou-san.

Danna-sama

Misuzu calls me

I head to Misuzu along with the disguised Luna.

Ruriko and Shou-neechan come over.

Edie’s behind Michi.

On the other hand, Michi and Yomi are separated from us.

If Yomi and Luna are together, they’ll find out that Luna was the girl who fought Kyouko-san earlier.

Tendou Otome, the Kansai Yakuza spy, is still there.

Rei-chan and Margo-san are having a friendly chat with their fans.

Yoshiko-san’s keeping company of the young ladies of the Kouzuki group.

That was amazing, Misuzu

I said.

I’m worried that things might go sought, but you managed to settle them down Well, only half of it, yes

Misuzu said.

Right, Tendou Otome might still have some tricks up her sleeve.

But, I was worried. I thought of various countermeasures with Michi and Yomi, and yet

For now, let’s put them to use.

We also brainstormed

Misuzu smiled.

Ruriko and I are in the frontlines of Kouzuki house’s battlefield

Right.

Misuzu and Ruriko will continue their lives as daughters of the nobility.

Just a bit more and you will take hold of the young ladies’ thoughts

Shou-neechan said.

For the bodyguards of the young ladies to accept the control of Kouzuki SS.

The bodyguards have to be with them for 24 hours a day.

And they’ll become aware of that house’s movements.

And another one

Edie smiled.

That’s why we will cause a disturbance for that

A disturbance?

Edie goes to Adelheid-san, who’s feeling depressed.

Hey! You! Yes, you

Adelheid-san looked up. Edie smiled.

Doesn’t look good for you, does it? Your life in Japan might be over already

Yeah, in this situation.

Torii-san will dismiss Adelheid-san, and no other family will hire her.

She failed on her exaggerated A-class license, her way of promoting herself.

But, do you have the skill? My skill? I’m asking if you’re useful

Edie said. Adelheid-san looks blankly.

Maybe not now. The party just started, but something will happen in 25 minutes Something? A sideshow for the party!

Edie said.

Chapter 856. High Life My worth is too low?

New names introduced in High Life Arc.

Young ladies and their bodyguards

Kanou Sakurako 16yo Daughter of Kanou house, a family with a long history rivaling Kouzuki house.

Shiranui Shie 17 yo Sakurako’s bodyguard. A daughter of a family that serves Kanou house for generations.

Torii Mariko 16 yo Young lady of Torii electronics. She seems cut off from others, unable to read the mood.

Haiji Katori 13 yo Mariko’s bodyguard. However, a girl hired by contract. Half-race.

Kurama Misato 18 yo. Daughter of Kurama house, which is sinking. Planned to become a prostitute.

Kurama Arisu 13 yo. Misato’s little sister. Always covers up her sister.

Anjou Mitama 18 yo. Misato’s bodyguard. Will attack from the sky – Favorite phrase. Silent.

Anjou Kinuka 13 yo. Arisu’s bodyguard. Thick nerves.

Kuromiya Motoko 17 yo. A young warrior lady. Kuromiya spearmanship instructor.

Mikuriya Kurumi 14 yo Motoko’s bodyguard, a fluffy-haired cute girl.

Kansai Yakuza spy

Tendou Otome 17 yo She infiltrated as a bodyguard of the granddaughter of Mizushima holdings’ president.

Do you know why you failed?

Edie asks Adelheid-san.

Ah, Edie’s now closer to us, and so.

Michi and Yomi are moving to distance themselves from us now.

Yeah, Yomi will be checking on the other young ladies and their bodyguards.

Tendou Otome-san, the Kansai Yakuza spy, is on the table far from us.

She’s talking to her Master, the young lady speaking for her.

They’re probably planning on doing something.

That’s because Seki-sama from Kouzuki SS hindered me

Adelheid-san glared at Edie and replied.

Yes, you called?

Shou-neechan turns around.

Hmm, not really

Edie says, smiling wryly.

but.

Adelheid-san seems unconvinced.

Then, let’s change the question. Your former master called out to the sisters over there after saying dismissing you

Sisters. She means the Anjou sisters.

Anjou sisters looked at Edie and Adelheid-san.

No, their Masters, the Kurama sisters. Kanou-san and Shie-san as well.

Torii-san’s the only one who’s on the catering side and is biting on a sandwich.

However, nobody comes close to her. I guess the young ladies avoid her.

Then, why do you think it was them?

Edie smiled at Adelheid-san.

Mariko-ojousama needs a new bodyguard to replace me

Adelheid-san speaks in frustration.

That’s all? What else do I know?

Adelheid-san is angry.

You derived your conclusion with yourself at the center. And since you evaluate yourself highly, it’s natural you think that way What are you trying to say? I’m a first-class bodyguard!

Adelheid-san said. Edie laughed.

I thought so too. Maybe you’re telling the truth. You might be strong I get it. If you’re going that far, then let’s fight!

Adelheid-san takes a stance.

Too early. Everyone just started eating. The sideshow is for later Don’t call my strength a sideshow!

As soon as she said that, Edie released a strong Qi.

Ugu!

Adelheid-san’s unable to move after applying Qi on her.

Listen to what I’m saying

Adelheid-san glared at Edie.

Sure, you might be strong. At least, you think that you have the skill.However

On the other hand, Edie speaks with an unbreaking smile.

Nobody knows that. You can evaluate yourself as strong as much as you want, but others will only react, Huh? What do you mean? I’m an A-rank graduate of the academy!

Adelheid-san objects. Still unable to move.

And that’s why the reaction is Huh? What’s that?

Edie laughed.

Japan is a country that focuses on achievements more. You can graduate from all the well-known academy, but if you’re lacking in actual experience, then they’ll treat you as a beginner

Shou-neechan said.

What’s necessary is the years you worked on-site, and if possible, good results. I had an S-rank from the academy, but they evaluate me by my work as Kakka’s bodyguard than the license. He’s one of the

VIP

of this country, and all the people he meets are leaders inside and outside of the political and business circles. My evaluation depends on how I take control of the locations where Kakka is present Jii-chan’s personal bodyguard is Ootoku-san and Choumoto-san, but.

Those two are muscle bodyguards.

It’s Shou-neechan and chief Yazawa dealing with the whole division of bodyguards and all the coordination with the people Jii-chan meets.

Drafting plans for bodyguards, setting personnel, managing them, discussing how to deal with other parties, and if the guest of honor is from a foreign country, they need to learn to be proficient in that language.

To me, the S-rank license is only a decoration among my skills. It’s more-or-less useful when dealing with people in the West. I didn’t get the job only because of the S-rank license.

Shou-neechan looked at me.

It’s both a good and bad thing about Japan prioritizing experience at work. For example, in the West, if they want an artist, they’ll look for art school graduates. The difference between professional and amateur is the education they received. And so, artists in the West have the art school they graduated from written in their profile. They wouldn’t accept you as an artist if you didn’t graduate. No matter how interesting is the work of a person who hasn’t graduated is, they’ll see it as an amateur work, and so they’ll never accept it as art I see. But, in Japan, lots of artists aren’t even graduates, see? Well, some cliques belong to some art university, but the question of what kind of art do they make is much more important. Is it a good one? An interesting one? They seek that more than others. In Japan, lots of illustrators have high value even though they haven’t graduated from an art school, right?

I don’t know much about that, though.

However, the problem is that the social evaluation and money value of art here is low in this country. It’s the cause why amateurs evaluated with high talent is paid lowly. But, just like the modern art people claiming that one should concentrate on arts university origin, I don’t think that Japan should follow the West in their Art. If that happens, the artists who accepted professional education will be left to ask for the country’s funding. I think old men make that claim to make it easy for themselves Shou-neechan said. After all, well, Japanese people do love getting various licenses for anything, that you can’t work at some jobs without a license. But having only a license won’t do

She smiled at Adelheid-san.

You probably don’t understand my feelings after getting an A-rank license

Adelheid-san speaks with a gloomy tone.

Oh? But I do. I also enrolled at that academy. If I recall, you’re still 13. And I know how difficult it is for a 13-year-old to get an A-3 license. You need quite a lot of skill to do that. You finished school by skipping grades, right? A high school graduate at age 13.

Kouzuki SS already had examined the profile of the bodyguards of the young ladies that came here.

Shou-neechan’s the head of that. She knows all of it.

If you know that, then why did you devalue me earlier?

Adelheid-san protests.

Children who cut herself into adult business gets kicked out.

Shou-neechan said.

Kouzuki SS is a bodyguard company specialized in Japan nobility. Reika and I, members of that company, are present. Yet, you think that we’ll let your unreasonable business go through?

Right.

Adelheid-san wasn’t just trying to promote herself, she was telling the other young ladies that she can introduce other A-rank license holders to them.

It was so rude and coarse that you don’t think of what the other side thinks. The young ladies were all having fun listening to what you had to say. Still, in reality, they won’t hire you nor show interest in the academy graduates you want to introduce them. This is Japan after all What do you mean?

Adelheid-san asks with a serious face.

I have the skill. I can work flawlessly as a bodyguard. Also, the people I will introduce will have the academy license.

Adelheid-san looks at the bodyguards in the courtyard.

Most of them are following their Master closely, but.

Some eat together with their Master like they’re friends.

And some are away from their Masters, clinging to Rei-chan and Margo-san.

At least, I’m better than most of the bodyguards in this place

Adelheid-san said.

As I said, that’s your self-evaluation

Edie smiled wryly.

You have no achievements in this country. Those

LADIES

don’t know if the academy graduate is better or not That’s right. The world doesn’t revolve around your standards

Edie and Shou-neechan tell her.

And that’s why you want me to fight you to show my skill?

Adelheid-san’s hand is sweating.

Oh, I see. This girl.

Torii-san is her first duty as a bodyguard as she just graduated from the academy.

She lacks experience.

It’s too late though

Edie said.

If you wanted to show off your skill, then you should’ve done something during Kyouko’s attack

Kyouko-san’s invasion earlier.

Edie and Michi participated in the battle. Yomi and Luna. Rei-chan and Margo-san.

Then, Anjou Mitama and Kinuka.

Torii-sama called them out because they tried to challenge Kyouko Messer

Shou-neechan said.

their attack didn’t do anything!

That’s right. Anjou sisters’ Skylab Hurricane Mixer was a miss.

Kyouko-san grabbed Kinuka-san, who has a helmet on, and that was the end of it.

Really? It’s much better than freezing in place and unable to do anything, right?

Shou-neechan said.

I concluded that protecting Mariko-sama is the best thing I could do in that situation! If you talk about people who can’t move, then include all the other bodyguards too!

Adelheid-san objects.

It’s the same. You didn’t do anything as a result. The noble ladies know that you’re nothing different from the other bodyguards. No amount of appeal can change that that’s. Besides, hiring those girls is a significant advantage for Torii-sama. After all, they were the girls who jumped at Kyouko Messer with all these young ladies watching. Torii-sama will bring those girls to her, and whenever she meets someone, she can use that as a conversation starter. These girls fought against Kyouko Messer. Well, they didn’t win, however. ufufufu and something along those lines That will become a topic among bodyguards?

Adelheid-san glared at Shou-neechan.

Oh? That’s a tale of heroism. That’s a good thing for bodyguards. It’s boring to bring a bodyguard who has no story to talk about

Shou-neechan’s right. The attention goes to Anjou sisters for fighting off Kyouko-san.

That is why Torii-san locked on them right away.

On the other hand. I can somehow understand now why you don’t evaluate your master highly compared to the other houses

Torii Mariko-san’s mother belonged to Kanou house, and so she’s accepted as a young lady, but.

Torii house isn’t evaluated that highly. They’re wealthy, however.

I know that. I have investigated Mariko-sama’s relationship with others

As expected of an A-rank license holder. Adelheid-san said with her chest puffed in pride.

And you came to Japan hired by that kind of Master As a bodyguard. A professional A-rank bodyguard!

Adelheid-san appeals loudly.

But, that girl won’t hire you. Other girls never will Why? They don’t like used goods. If she doesn’t accept you, others never will I don’t understand! I’m different from Mariko-ojousama. Also, I’m only under a contract with Torii house, Torii house’s matters shouldn’t relate to me! And that reasoning will not work in the adult’s world

Shou-neechan said.

And it’s not just in Japan. It applies to the West as well. Naturally, the West is fussy about who has connections to who. Not knowing that means you can’t cross over this world I don’t understand!

Adelheid-san shows resentment.

Well, you’re just 13 and a fresh graduate of the academy, it can’t be helped. You didn’t have a Master as well

Shou-neechan said.

But, we can’t leave girls like you alone. If left alone, bad people will use someone like you as their sacrificial pawn for convenience I’m not an idiot that evil people can use We’re not worried about you. To tell the truth, if we leave you alone, someone will use you, and it’s troublesome, so we’ll get ahead of them

I see.

If at that time.

Edie didn’t call out to Adelheid-san, who got dismissed.

Adelheid-san will look for a new employer, and try to promote herself among the young ladies in the courtyard.

However, the young ladies in here will never hire Torii-san, a bodyguard that just got dismissed.

Furthermore, everyone in here has their personal bodyguard.

Adelheid-san will try to promote herself, asserting that she’s from Europe.

It becomes a trouble for other bodyguards.

And Tendou Otome will not let that go by.

No, it’s probably her ground to talk to Adelheid-san and say, let’s find you an employer, to pull on her side.

Therefore, they went and talked to her to beat her to the punch.

You smell trouble, but it can’t be helped

Edie sighed.

And in the end, what do you want me to do?

Adelheid-san doesn’t break her challenging behavior.

Are you telling me to join Kouzuki SS?

Ah, Adelheid-san changed the force of argument.

She’s quick but troublesome.

After understanding that her skill will not get her reemployed by other families.

This time, she’s targeting Kouzuki SS

You’re not suited in company work. You lack loyalty

Edie said.

Right.

If Adelheid-san joins Kouzuki SS.

She’ll only think of it as a stepping stool.

If she finds a better employer, she’ll resign right away.

She’ll only cause trouble to people, not even thinking of passing the baton.

It works in foreign countries, but not in Japan.

If Kouzuki SS were to hire her, it would hurt the trust in the company.

Rather than that, nobody will hire you without knowing your skill

Shou-neechan said.

I think you already know, but Misuzu-sama is the host for today’s party. Anything we’re to do needs Misuzu-sama’s approval

Shou-neechan looked at Misuzu.

Misuzu and Ruriko are discussing something.

The ladies of Kouzuki house will decide what happens to you ultimately. I can report to my superiors but, I have no right to say. Do you understand?

The problems of young ladies’ bodyguards is a delicate one.

The young ladies look at Adelheid-san doubtfully.

Shou-neechan can’t decide for herself whether she’s accepted or not.

As I said earlier, I’m a graduate of Academy, and I know the true worth of your A-3 license. But, it’s meaningless even if I do. You need to show your worth to the young ladies in here, and make them understand Make them understand?

Adelheid-san repeats.

That’s right. It’s meaningless to make an appeal the young ladies won’t understand. Basically, you’re not showing your strength

Shou-neechan said.

You can have all the abilities you need as a bodyguard, but the young ladies don’t know martial arts. They might not even be interested

And that’s why, earlier, during the exhibition match.

Kyouko-san, Miss Cordelia, Rei-chan, and Margo-san.

They showed a battle filled with charm.

Furthermore, it’s a fight where they appealed their strength and skills to the young ladies.

And so the young ladies had fun watching, and after it was over, their evaluation of the four never went down.

Instead, it turned Rei-chan and Margo-san popular.

I finally understand what you’re trying to say

Adelheid-san understood.

She’s not an idiot. She’s just young.

She’ll understand once you explain it to her.

Then, who do I fight?

Adelheid-san looked at Shou-neechan.

Reika and I won’t do. Neither will Michi-san and Edie-san. It’s unreasonable for you to fight bodyguards that are involved with Kouzuki If the bodyguards here understood that I’m stronger, what position will you give me?

No, look.

That’s not how it works.

She doesn’t get how the world works.

Hmm. You think you can win against Michi or me?

Edie smiled.

Well, if it’s against them, I will not lose

Adelheid-san looks at Yomi, who stands a bit further than Michi.

Hmm.

I guess Miko power was a misfire.

Well, Luna.

She’s still clinging behind me.

Those girls have a special skill. They just started in martial arts

Edie explained.

You jest. Nobody will understand my skill if I just overwhelm a beginner

Yeah, well.

I think that Adelheid-san will lose.

Kyouko-san’s speed is monstrous, and so she could deal with Yomi before she used her power, but.

She can take on Adelheid-san in an instant.

Then.

Would you like to have a fight with me?

Says Shie-san, Kanou-san’s bodyguard.

Sakurako-ojousama, please give me your approval Shie, why would you?

Kanou-san’s surprised.

Shie-san looked at Shou-neechan.

Seki-sama, uhm, is Kouzuki SS taking partime recruits?

Huh?

Shie, what are you talking about? Sakurako-ojousama, I’m thinking of leaving school What did you say?

Shie-san.

If I drop out, then I can’t become Sakurako-ojousama’s bodyguard in school, but when you’re studying, I will be free. I can apply myself to work at Kouzuki SS meanwhile

She wants to work partime in Kouzuki SS while Kanou-san is in school?

I can take the job of defending a

VIP

during the day. I don’t mind working as a subordinate in such places. Anyway, I would like to work along with others, wearing the same uniform in a post

Shie-san said.

Is Kanou house’s financial situation that unattractive?

Misuzu, who was talking to Ruriko, turned to Shie-san and asked.

no, that’s not the case. However, I would like to pay for my food

No, Shie-san is a bodyguard of Kanou house 24 hours a day.

Shouldn’t Kanou house shoulder for her necessities?

No, actually, I want to save up money Shie?

Kanou-san’s surprised.

I would like to save up some funds for when Ojou-sama becomes independent of Kanou house

Kanou-san will leave her house?

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I understand your sentiment, but.

Shou-neechan smiled at Shie-san wryly.

How about you think it over before talking about it again?

Shie-san’s startled.

Kouzuki SS is an organization under Kouzuki house, Kakka’s personal company. And, you think that we can hire a bodyguard of Kanou house for partime work?

Kanou house has a rivaling status with Kouzuki house.

A bodyguard who protects such a family can’t have a side-job on a company owned by another family.

If you do that, you won’t just embarrass Kanou house, it will embarrass me who accepted you as well

Shou-neechan said.

There’s no side-job in bodyguard work. We can’t give you work during hours where your master is at school

Yeah, In case of a prolonged meeting of VIPs.

Shie-san couldn’t go home to welcome back Kanou-san.

I’m very sorry Besides, we prefer men who have a fierce-look and good physique as uniformed bodyguards. Their job is to overpower the surroundings and have strange people avoid contact with them. If we have someone cute, wearing a schoolgirl uniform, I’m sure that the uniform fetishists will come for you

Yeah, like guys who love cute girls wearing uniform.

I’m not cute

Shie-san said.

Oh? From what I see, you look cute

Shou-neechan smiled.

We deal with criminals like Kyouko Messer after all

That’s right, Shou-neechan is a professional.

The weight of her job is different from an exclusive bodyguard who follows their Master all day.

At least, we can’t conduct business where you work for us as a side job I’m very sorry for the impoliteness

Shie-san bows her head.

Although, if you want to leave Kanou-sama’s house and work for Kouzuki SS, then that’s a different story

Huh?

If that’s what you want, then I will assign you to another young lady. Your Master will change, but the contents of your job will stay the same. You won’t have to quit school either. The young lady I will assign you to also attends the same school

Shie-san will leave Kanou house and enter Kouzuki SS.

Then, she’ll dispatch as a bodyguard of another young lady?

Oh, but you can’t join our company and get yourself assigned to Kanou house. It would be similar to a big company selling out because they have financial problems. Yet, they remain on the same building as they renewed their lease contract. The world doesn’t work that way

If Shie-san leaves Kanou house and enters Kouzuki SS, it is a personal problem.

The bodyguard escaping Kanou house, which she served for years, would be a failure.

Kouzuki SS will gather some rumors about taking in a bodyguard from another house, but it’s not a big deal.

Other than being a personal problem, the idea that there were some trouble between Shie-san and Kanou house would show up.

However, If Shie-san affiliates herself with Kouzuki SS, yet, she continues as Kanou Sakurako-san’s bodyguard, then.

That creates more problems for Kanou-sama than me, right?

People will think that Kanou house is having problems with the cost of their bodyguards that they asked for Kouzuki house’s support.

Kouzuki SS paying up for Shie-san’s salary but, Kanou house might be paying up Kouzuki SS for their bodyguard service. Or Maybe, Kouzuki house is assisting them for free.

In short, they’ll see that Kanou house is having financial difficulties.

I devote my life to Kanou house

Shie-san said.

Right. Then, don’t say something that stupid again

Shou-neechan is smiling, but her words are harsh.

In the end, bodyguards who swore their loyalty to a specific house cannot have a side job as a bodyguard of someone else.

It’s known that if Shie-san were to bodyguard someone else and Kanou-san gets in danger, she will abandon her current Master and head over to Kanou-san.

I’m very sorry

Shie-san bows deeply.

Seki-san, I also apologize for her. My Shie is quite careless. However, Shie has done that due to my lack of virtue. Please forgive us

Kanou Sakurako-san bows her head to Shou-neechan, but.

Misuzu stretched out her hand to stop Kanou-san.

Kanou-sama, you mustn’t bow your head

She smiled.

Misuzu-sama?

Kanou-san’s surprised.

People are watching. They all seem to be having a pleasant talk while dining but, some of them are looking at us

Right.

We have lots of young ladies and their bodyguards in the garden party tonight.

We also have some Kansai Yakuza spies.

Seki-san came here to talk between servants. And so, we must pretend we didn’t hear what happened

Shou-neechan is older than Shie-san if we’re talking about their bodyguard duty.

It wouldn’t seem odd if Shie-san bows her head to Shou-neechan during their conversation.

I mean, Shou-neechan never takes off that smile of hers.

Looking from a distance, Shou-neechan, the site chief of Kouzuki SS, answered some questions Shie-san had, and so she bowed her head after.

Shou-neechan talked about Kouzuki SS, giving out training for the bodyguards earlier.

They’ll assume that Shie-san wants to join in the training, or she wants to practice with Rei-chan, along those lines.

However, if the young lady of Kanou house, Sakurako-san.

If Sakurako-san bows her head to Shou-neechan, a servant of Kouzuki house, then it will seem out of place. They will pay their attention.

And they’ll assume that something happened.

It is as you say. I’m sorry

Kanou-san said expressionlessly.

That conversation was between Seki-san and her. We didn’t hear anything Me neither

Edie smiled.

Did you hear anything?

Luna and I shook our heads.

Adelheid-san as well.

Edie looked at Anjou Mitama-san and Kinuka-san.

We didn’t hear anything!

Kurama Arisu says, representing her elder sister, who looks down.

Now then, let’s return to the topic

Shou-neechan speaks with a bright tone.

It would be a problem if Adelheid-san were to have you as an opponent

Right.

Adelheid-san wants to show off her real strength.

Shie-san suddenly presented herself as an opponent.

Why? Can’t I fight her off as my apology for earlier?

Shie-san suggests a penalty for herself.

Geez. Look.

Shou-neechan sighed.

If you, from Kanou house, and the bodyguard of Torii house were to fight in the mansion of Kouzuki house, it will become a big deal!

Edie laughed.

Do you not get it?

Adelheid-san.

But Torii Mariko-sama already dismissed me? That’s only convenient for you! The question of who brought you to this mansion still remains! Kanou house is on a higher status, you know? If the bodyguard of that family suddenly picked a fight in the courtyard, then the blame goes to Torii house

I see. She’s right.

You shouldn’t think of your own convenience, think of other people’s standpoint as well. You’re such troublesome girls!

Edie admonished Adelheid-san and Shie-san.

Besides, you, who’s older, and have a proper master, has a more significant reason why you don’t want to lose compared to her. It’s not going to be a fair fight

Shie-san will join the fight with the responsibility of a Kanou house bodyguard in her shoulders.

Adelheid-san, who Torii-san dismissed, has nothing to lose.

Besides, Adelheid-san is still 13.

Shie-san is at 17.

Age difference has nothing to do with this. I will win anyway

Adelheid-san said, but.

The young ladies watching do mind

Yeah. They’ll say, It’s natural that the older one will win against the small, or She cannot lose as she holds the honor of nobility.

And all the other thoughts.

Therefore, you cannot fight someone older than you and shoulder heavy responsibility!

Edie said.

But is there anyone like that?

Nii-san?

Luna clings on my legs.

Oh right, Luna’s 12.

There’s nobody

Edie waves her hand.

If I recall, you’re 13 years old, right?

Edie points at Anjou Kinuka-san, Kurama house’s bodyguard.

me?

Kinuka-san’s surprised.

Hey, what do you think after hearing our conversation?

Ruriko, who’s next to Misuzu, asks Kinuka-san.

i, no, I didn’t hear anything

Kinuka-san replies, but.

Earlier, you two tried to challenge Kyouko-san for your Master’s honor, right?

Ruriko asks.

That’s right. We showed our spirit to serve Kurama house! Right? Big Sis!

Mitama-san nods as her sister called her.

And that’s the reason we attacked Kyouko Messer from the sky Unfortunately, they avoided it

Err.

It was all to show that Kurama house.Misato-ojousama and Arisu-ojousama have us sisters with them! We will never go easy on those who are impolite to our young ladies!

The sisters declared.

So that’s how far you’re willing to go to stay with Kurama-san

Ruriko said.

But, if things stay as they are, Kurama-sama’s house will collapse Our loyalty remains even if the family is no more! No more!

Anjou sisters show no hesitation.

But, you would instead continue working than have the house collapse, right?

Ruriko smiles.

Look at your masters

Well, Anjou sisters say that they’ll protect Kurama house even if they collapse, but.

Kurama sisters prefer that their house doesn’t collapse at all.

Earlier, this girl got told that she can’t work in Kouzuki SS if she wants to stay with her master

Edie pointed at Shie-san and said.

But you girls, have you ever thought of helping out your Master’s house than protect them by selling off your skill?

Selling off their skill?

I have no idea how much Kurama-san’s family is in debt, but.

Ruriko said.

If you were to sell yourselves to another family, then shouldn’t the funds help them a bit?

Edie continues.

However, if that happens, we. We will get separated from Ojou-sama

Anjou sisters show troubled faces.

It’s not like you’ll serve other houses forever. You can take it for a limited time Besides, shouldn’t it be only one of you two serving Kurama-san instead?

Just one of the sisters working away?

If it’s in our company, we have contracts that have that terms. However, you must show that you have the skill

Shou-neechan said.

Do you mind, Misuzu-sama? Not at all. Grandfather entrusted hiding the young bodyguards for Kouzuki SS to Seki-san

Misuzu shows approval.

As that girl’s Master said, the young ladies in here think that you challenged Kyouko Messer because you want to abandon Kurama house and work for another house

Torii-san thought that way. I’m sure others had the same thought.

That’s.we. Others don’t care what your true intentions are. You can show your real motive, but they’ll only guess the truth

Everyone thinks that way, and so they accept it as that.

In short, you girls are in the same state as this girl who just got dismissed

Shou-neechan points at Adelheid-san.

Furthermore, the younger sister is the same age as her. Both look young and have no house to carry in their shoulder

Shou-neechan knows all of the bodyguards that came in today.

She doesn’t see Torii house as nobility but an upstart.

Kurama house, which is about to collapse, has no honor to protect.

Furthermore, everyone knows how Kinuka-san fought earlier, and so I think that it’s a great match if we have you two fight as a sideshow

If it’s a battle between two cute 13-year-old girls.

wait. Don’t make conclusions without asking us first

Kurama Arisu-san is angry.

Kinuka is my bodyguard. Isn’t that right, Onee-sama? i.

Kurama Misato is still all shook up.

Unfortunately, we couldn’t discuss it with Misato-san and Arisu-san

Ruriko said.

You two don’t have anything anymore

Minaho-neesan said that.

Misato-san’s going to become a prostitute.

And I’ll train Arisu-san along with her.

It’s already decided.

That means, Kurama house and Jii-chan already talked it out with Minaho-neesan.

Kurama house can no longer guarantee the pay nor the necessities for these two bodyguards We don’t need those! We are serving our young lady by our own volition

Ruriko said. Anjou sisters protest, but.

I’m talking to Kurama-sama

Ruriko replies gently.

Mitama, Kinuka, quiet down

Kurama Arisu-san tells her servants.

Ruriko-sama, I’m very sorry. Please continue

She bows her head

i’m very sorry

Kurama Misato-san said.

Your bodyguards follow you on their own volition. In reality, Kurama-san no longer has the power to have them follow you It is as you say

Misato-san starts tearing up.

Therefore, these two are free. Naturally, they’re not paid their wage, but they’re free to continue as Kurama-san’s bodyguard if they so choose. And they’re also free to sell their skill to another house to save Kurama house That means we no longer need to ask Kurama-san about it. See?

Misuzu said.

It’s the Anjou sisters’ problem whether they want to sell their skills or not.

Therefore, Kurama sisters were ignored.

Or should I say that it’s a problem if a servant continues to serve a Master who can’t give anything to them, don’t you think? But, Kinuka, Mitama were with me since we were born!

Arisu-san said.

That’s right! We have been Misato-sama and Arisu-sama’s bodyguard since birth! We swore to Ragaraja to protect them forever! I pledged to Vaisravana!

These sisters.

No, you should leave us

Kurama Misato-san said.

O-Onee-sama! Why? Kinuka are our. Yes. They worked splendidly. That is why we cannot let Mitama sink along with us

Kurama Misato-san looks at Shou-neechan.

Seki-sama, I believe that Mitama is suited for Kouzuki SS’ work. Could you look after the two?

Shou-neechan.

It’s for them to decide. I believe Misuzu-sama already mentioned that

Yes, it’s for the Anjou sisters to decide whether they will sell themselves or not.

We will not go anywhere! We’ll stay as Misato-sama’s subordinates forever!

Hearing that, Kurama Misato.

Then, Mitama, Kinuka, as your Master, I order you two.

She says while tears drop from her eyes.

Take Kouzuki SS’ offer Misato-oneesama, I don’t want this. I don’t want to separate from Kinuka! Me too! Me too!

Oh.

It looks like the young ladies noticed the fuss.

If this goes on.

Even if you say that. Kouzuki SS cannot hire them if we don’t know their skill

Shou-neechan said loudly.

Kurama Misato, who settled that their house is collapsing, is now letting Kouzuki SS take their bodyguards. That’s what everyone thinks.

You need to be strong if you want to get in Kouzuki house

Edie continues the play.

And so, you need to show off your skill by fighting off this girl! Then we’ll talk

She pats Adelheid-san’s back.

With that, they’ll see Adelheid-san as someone trying to promote herself to Kouzuki SS

Anjou Kinuka 13 yo vs. Adelheid Katori 13 yo. Ready! Go!

The sideshow begins.

The young ladies observe as it’s amusing for them.

wait a second!

Adelheid-san said in a panic.

The conversation moved on its own but, I cannot fight someone that weak

She speaks loudly, but that’s not an act.

I’m an A-rank license holder graduate from the academy! I feel sorry fighting this girl!

Adelheid-san said with pride.

It looks like she loves attention.

So you say, but what about you, Kinuka?

Edie smiled.

Kinuka’s clearly angry.

I cannot let that statement pass by kinuka?

Kurama Arisu-san’s surprised.

This is different from earlier. Anjou arts self-defense, Anjou Kinuka.Now that you said too much, it would be a shame as a warrior if I don’t face you!

Oh wow.

Kinuka-san’s fired up!

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This is different from earlier. Anjou arts self-defense, Anjou Kinuka.Now that you said too much, it would be a shame as a warrior if I don’t face you!

Kinuka-san moves forward, filled with fighting spirit.

My, what’s going on? What’s starting?

The young ladies give their attention this way.

Kansai Yakuza’s spy, Tendou Otome, does the same.

Ah, she’s whispering something to the young lady who speaks for her.

Tendou Otome slipped in the courtyard as a bodyguard of the young lady of Mizushima holdings.

And so, she has no right to speak along with the young ladies.

It’s probably rare for bodyguards in Kansai to infiltrate, so she’s likely unacquainted with the other bodyguards.

I don’t know whether the young lady is her only ally, but still.

That lady is the granddaughter of the president of Mizushima Holdings, right?

She seems like a minor character for a young lady.

Yes, Nii-san. She’s the young lady of the company president of Takahama products. Among the people that came here today, her lineage isn’t that great

Luna says while clinging to my back.

Luna’s been reading the minds of the girls in the courtyard since earlier.

The young lady of Mizushima holdings is that one. The small girl next to Reika-oneesama right now

Oh, there’s a small girl among Rei-chan’s fans, she looks like someone from elementary.

A long curled hair, she’s cute.

She knows that Tendou is someone scary, and so she escapes to Reika-oneesama

Does she know that Tendou Otome is a spy from the Kansai Yakuza and forced herself to become a bodyguard?

Maybe that’s why she’s not sticking together with her.

And the Takahama product young lady is having a lesbian relationship with Tendou, that’s why she’s saying what she’s told

Luna whispers.

Lesbian? Yeah. That Tendou looks like she dragged her to that world. The young lady of Mizushima holdings was too young that it was on Tendou’s strike zone, she wonders

Oh, she’s a lesbian, but not into lolita.

Also, they needed someone well-connected, like that Takahama products young lady to make dodgy dealings with other young ladies

I see. Elementary school girl has few connections.

Takahama products’ young lady should be in high school.

But, these are all only from reading the mind of the Takahama products young lady

Luna said worriedly.

That Tendou seems to know the reach of our power

Miko power needs close distance to use.

Therefore, she’s taking distance from Yomi-oneesama and me

Tendou Otome came from Kansai.

She probably investigated all the secrets Miko power has.

She naturally noticed that the girl hiding behind me is Takakura Luna.

ALso.

Luna’s sweating on her forehead.

That Tendou is showing bloodlust towards Yomi-oneesama and me from time to time

Bloodlust?

To be specific, she’s imagining throwing a shuriken at us. A clear image of shuriken hitting my head or chest

Luna clings harder.

Looks like she’s using fear, so we don’t peek into her mind

I see.

She thought of that method to counter the mind-reading power.

If Tendou Otome’s thoughts are filled with thoughts about killing the reader or a clear image of the aftermath, then.

Yomi and Luna won’t be able to peek into her mind in fear.

It’s okay. If she tries to do that, the bodyguards in the courtyard will deal with her

Edie, who listens to our conversation, said.

We have Misuzu and Ruriko in our direction. If she throws a shuriken, everyone will react

The bodyguards in here will never let danger come to Misuzu.

Rei-chan and Shou-neechan, Kouzuki SS, will move once Tendou Otome gives them a reason to capture her.

Besides, Kanou house, a family rivaling Kouzuki house in history, is here.

If she commits an act of terror where both Kouzuki and Kanou house daughters are present, she can’t complain if she dies here.

Oh, so that’s why Jii-chan had the lady of Kanou house sit down on Misuzu’s table.

If it’s just Misuzu and others here, they’ll have a grudge against Kouzuki house.

Under the circumstances, she can commit terror acts on Kanou house and Kurama house, and she’ll blur the focal point.

Torii-san is away from the table, eating alone in the catering area, but.

We can’t go to the food even if we’re hungry.

We’ll close our distance with Tendou Otome.

It would be dangerous to approach her unprepared.

Michi’s dealing with Yomi now

Edie said, then I looked at Michi and Yomi, slightly further from us.

As soon as that woman sends her bloodlust on Yomi, Michi will send back the same What do you mean? If that woman throws out a shuriken for real, then Michi will throw a shuriken at her too

In short, if she moves to kill Yomi, then Tendou Otome’s life is forfeit, Michi warns.

However, Yomi’s clinging to Michi, trembling.

It can’t be helped. Yomi and Luna don’t have experience in fighting.

Still, as expected of Michi, she’s good at this

Edie smiled.

What do you mean? You’ll get it a bit later

Edie said and laughed again.

Now then, this is the second part of the exhibition match!

Shou-neechan speaks loudly.

It’s been 20 minutes since the party started.

Just in time for a sideshow.

Okay, please look this way, everyone!

As expected, fighting in the garden party would be dangerous, and rubbish might get in their food.

Adelheid-san and Anjou Kinuka are facing each other in the front garden.

The foothold is made of stone, and it’s slightly taller than the courtyard.

With that, the young ladies and bodyguards can see the fight between the two nicely.

Somehow, this looks like some world championship fight.

A deathmatch between both 13-year old bodyguards! Let’s see who’s stronger

Shou-neechan’s hosting the fight in high spirits.

On the red corner, the bodyguard just dismissed from her work by Torii house. Now she’s free. Europe’s representative, Adelheid Katori-san!

Adelheid-san glared at Shou-neechan in discontent.

On the blue corner, she can’t lose for her master’s house, and for herself! Japan’s representative! Anjou Kinuka-san!

Kinuka-san is exposing her fighting spirit with a blank look on her face.

Everyone, this will be fun, cheer for them

Rei-chan tells her fans.

Right. Who do you think will win?

Margo-san said, then the young ladies look at Adelheid-san and Kinuka-san.

Hmm, I think. Hmm, if I recall, Torii-san’s former bodyguard has an A-rank license, right? But you know? Seki-san mentioned that her license isn’t that big of a deal Right. To think that Torii-san’s family could hire her

The young ladies aren’t holding back, Adelheid-san is displeased.

As for Kurama-san’s bodyguard, she looks cute She jumped at Kyouko Messer earlier eeh? But she’s as cute as a cat

Kinuka’s embarrassed from getting called cute.

But, Kurama-san’s house is closing down It must be hard for her to find a new Master Oh, so that’s why she’s fighting off the A-rank girl Indeed

Sure enough, the young ladies understood it that way.

Ufufu. Looks like it has become interesting while I was away

Torii-san comes back to Misuzu’s table while carrying a mountain of sandwich on her plate.

Here, have something to eat everyone. Somehow, there were lots of troublesome talks that we didn’t have time to eat, so I brought some for us

Torii-san tells Misuzu, Ruriko, and Kanou-san.

Thank you. Kanou-sama, let’s eat

Misuzu takes the initiative and grabs a sandwich Torii-san brought.

It’s Misuzu’s method of returning gratitude with gratitude.

I’m still full

Kanou-san doesn’t move. That’s her way of life.

Seki-san, I would like to have a word with everyone before we fight

Adelheid-san said.

Oh? What is it? In case I won against her, then please recommend me to another nobility’s house as a bodyguard through Kouzuki SS. If that’s not possible, then could you contract me as a top elite of Kouzuki SS?

Top elite?

I heard that Kouzuki SS has exclusive contracts with the top elites compared to regular employees. Bodyguards personally controlled by Kouzuki Kakka

Adelheid-san smiled.

Yes, Reika and I are top elites. We have a different employment term than ordinary employees. Different wage as well

Shou-neechan smiled.

But, I don’t think you can become a top elite My skills excel over others!

She says herself.

Her sense is different from the Japanese people.

I will prove that by knocking this girl out!

Adelheid-san takes a deep breath and stands ready.

Yo! A-rank License!

Margo-san shouted! The young ladies laughed.

I’ll show how strong A-3 graduates of the Academy are!

Adelheid-san doesn’t lose heart.

On the other hand, Kinuka-san.

Huff! Huff!

She’s loosening up her body.

Hey, you. How about you show your real strength this time?

Margo-san said.

Huh? What does that mean?

The young ladies ask Margo-san.

Margo-san, who had a beautiful fight with Kyouko Messer, allied with Rei-chan, has said.

The bodyguards listen out of curiosity.

Well, I think Kuromori-kun knows more than me

Margo-san, what me?

The girls in the courtyard looked at me.

Kuromori-kun, you went to greet Kyouko Messer-san when Reika-san’s giving everyone a lecture, haven’t you? Saying thanks for coming today

Misuzu’s the host for today’s event.

Kyouko Messer’s appearance is just a play to stir up the event.

Then, after the exhibition match ended, Kyouko-san went away, so.

It wouldn’t be strange if I go and meet Kyouko-san to show gratitude as Misuzu can’t leave the venue, and I’m Misuzu’s fiance.

What did Kyouko-san say? She must have some impressions she told you about the bodyguards gathered in here, has she?

Margo-san said. The bodyguards send a strong gaze at me.

They all want to know Kyouko Messer’s impressions.

Err, Kyouko-san, if I recall.

I searched my memory.

If I recall, she mentioned three talented girls among the bodyguards that came today

I said. The bodyguards became noisy.

Ah, that excludes Edie, Michi, the two from Kouzuki SS, and Margo-san. She mentioned that there are three girls she wants to hire among the bodyguards that have come

I don’t know who that is, though.

Is that everything Kyouko-san and everyone said, Kuromori-kun?

Everyone?

Margo-san, you were listening to our conversation in that room from outside?

It was Minaho-neesan, Kyouko-san.

And Miss Cordelia in that room!

Also, Miss Cordelia. Oh right, Miss Cordelia is Kyouko-san’s partner. She asked What about the bomber sisters? to Kyouko-san That means Anjou Mitama-san and Kinuka-san.

Misuzu added.

Oh right.

Yeah, Kyouko-san loves playing jokes, and so I thought that Miss Cordelia was just asking about Anjou-san after their strange attack, but.

That wasn’t it.

Miss Cordelia don’t recommend people for that reason.

That means.

They acknowledge Anjou sisters enough to get recommended?

And their gaze gathers around Anjou Mitama and Kinuka.

I thought so too. When they showed that they are willing to fight and started that absurd attack, it confirmed the sisters’ ability

Shou-neechan said with a smile.

Skylab Hurricane Mixer was a smokescreen?

It was to not let people become aware of Anjou sisters’ real ability?

But, isn’t that a bit reckless against Kyouko Messer? Right. No matter how you much you hide it, it will show itself

Margo-san said.

I won’t tell you to fight with respect on your opponent. That form is just a distraction

Rei-chan tells the Anjou sisters.

Is that so? Then, please show us how you fight seriously. If not, it’s not just you, Anjou Kinuka-san, it will affect your master, Kurama-san’s honor as well

Misuzu said.

Big sis!

Kinuka-san looked at her sister.

Anjou Mitama-san.

Go ahead. If you show your real strength, I don’t think they can steal all of Anjou style’s art Kinuka? Mitama?

Kurama Arisu-san calls out to her bodyguards while embracing her afraid sister.

There’s no need to worry. You can leave the foreigner of that degree to Kinuka Me! But I don’t want you to fight for a show!

Arisu-san looks at Misuzu.

Misuzu-sama, please stop this fight!

Misuzu.

That’s for the fighters to decide

She looks at the two 13-year-old martial artists facing each other.

I have no other way out. I will show my real strength to the people, even if it means beating up a kid I will take you down for the honor of my Master and my Arts. Also.

Kinuka-san speaks.

For calling me small. I’m not a kid! I learned from the Japanese dictionary that they call people like you kid

Adelheid-san laughed.

The dictionary’s wrong, my body is as great as my heart!

Kinuka-san says while having a blank expression.

My body is already curved, my heart is starry! Tenka Fukumetsu! eei! Stop saying something I don’t understand!

The two take a stance.

The two bodyguards attract all the girls in the venue.

Then.

Wait a second!

The girl who does what Tendou Otome tells her raised her hand.

It’s the young lady of Takahama products.

Tendou Otome plans to do something here?

Uhm, I would like to make one thing clear before this farce begins.

Takahama products’ young lady speaks.

Oh, what is it?

Since it’s a young lady speaking.

Misuzu deals with it, not Shou-neechan.

It’s a conversation between young ladies.

Well, you see, this fight is, under Kouzuki SS’, no, Kouzuki house’s control. It makes me feel that Kouzuki-sama is trying to take control of all our bodyguards

The young lady of Takahama products said with a malicious smile.

It was explained earlier. Kouzuki house has no ambition of such. We only show the real problem and suggest that it would be beneficial for everyone to learn from the professional bodyguards of Kouzuki SS

Misuzu said.

That’s right, Reika-sama is only teaching us self-defense I don’t think it’s a bad idea to borrow the establishments of Kouzuki SS for cooperation between bodyguards

Rei-chan’s fans and the young ladies of the Kouzuki group said.

However, it’s not okay that our bodyguards only participate in Kouzuki SS’s professional organization and nowhere else. I can only see it as Kouzuki-sama trying to take control of us no matter what

Tendou Otome is grinning.

Then, what do you suggest?

Misuzu asks.

Then.

I think that our bodyguards should have themselves involved not just with Kouzuki SS but other professional bodyguard organizations as well

Other organizations?

My family says that it’s not all about having a good relationship with Kouzuki-sama. Our families compete with various branches of Kouzuki group, and us daughters are joining with Kouzuki SS

Yeah, some of them are daughters of rivaling business against the Kouzuki group.

Now that you mentioned it My gather probably won’t like me getting involved with Kouzuki SS My family too

And the girls from that family start agreeing.

But, is there any other bodyguard organization that can bundle up the bodyguards of young ladies?

One of the young ladies speaks doubtfully.

Yes, there is

Takahama products’ young lady smiled.

Imperial Guard, a public company!

What?

Have you heard of that company? I don’t know

The young ladies speak unanimously.

No wonder. The imperial guard is a company based on Osaka

Osaka?

They’re a company of bodyguards for the nobility in Kansai area

Takahama products young lady said.

And Imperial Guard is opening their company in Tokyo soon

Osaka, Kansai, opening in Tokyo.

Oh, Tendou Otome’s smiling.

Therefore, I believe that half of us can be under Kouzuki SS’ care and the remaining half can sign a contract with Imperial Guard

So that’s what she’s here for.

Perhaps, Imperial guard is managed by the Kansai Yakuza.

The Yakuza bosses may assign the bodyguards for the nobility in Kansai.

Those guys are coming to Tokyo, and they might take half of the young ladies in Tokyo as a hostage.

This isn’t progressing

It wasn’t Misuzu who answered.

Torii Mariko-san.

Oh? Mariko-san, are you in favor of Kouzuki house taking control?

Takahama products young lady said.

That’s not the case

Torii-san smiled.

Well, for now, please talk about the data of that imperial guard company

Data?

Capital stock, employee count, business bank, primary clients, recent trade situation, you can’t progress this conversation if you don’t have the data

Torii-san said.

At least, we know what kind of company Kouzuki house and Kouzuki SS is. Kouzuki-sama’s home will stay safe unless the whole of Japan is sinking. Kouzuki SS is a company that will never go bankrupt

Torii-san looks at Misuzu.

Kanou-san beside her as well.

Kanou-san’s family lineage is too great that her house can go on the decline. Still, other families will give them an honorary position just to make sure they don’t fall to ruin.

Kouzuki house will probably become like that someday.

They won’t break down as long as Japan lives.

And you’re introducing a no-name company from the Kansai Area to oppose Kouzuki SS. Are you sane? They’re a famous company among the Kansai nobility! All of the families there use Imperial guard!

Takahama products’ young lady persistently asserts.

Tendou Otome’s face is looking harsh now.

Oh? Equity investment is my hobby, and so I know the names of companies in Japan, but I never heard of Imperial guard

Torii-san smiled.

Sugimura-san, if I recall, your family belongs in Kyoto, right?

Misuzu asks one of the young ladies.

Yes, that’s right. Then, do you know that company? Imperial Guard

Sugimura-san.

No, I never heard of them

Hearing that answer, the young lady from Takahama products show confusion.

And whose bodyguard does Sugimura house use?

Misuzu asks.

Kouzuki SS Indeed, we have our bodyguards dispatched in Kansai area

Shou-neechan said.

That means, she’s exaggerating when she said that the Kansai nobility uses Imperial guard.

Takahama-san, you don’t seem to know so let me enlighten you

Misuzu said.

Kouzuki house’s main mansion, this place, is officially named as a Tokyo mansion

Tokyo Mansion?

Kouzuki house rose in Tokyo during the Meiji era, but we’re formerly a family from Kyoto

She smiled.

And we still have the mansion three times as large as this one in Kyoto. Grandfather and we visit them a few times a year. In short.

The young lady of Takahama products trembled.

We know the bodyguard state of affairs in Kansai Area

She knows that the Imperial Guard is not a trustworthy company.

i’m very sorry for the mistake!

The young lady of Takahama products comes back to Tendou Otome in a hurry after bowing her head.

Tendou Otome clicked her tongue.

Oh, that’s not just a maneuver to shake up.

She has more schemes to use.

Now, Haiji, now that the tedious interruption is over, give it your all and fight!

Torii-san tells Adelheid-san.

If you show us a good fight, I might not dismiss you anymore!

Adelheid-san looked displeased.

I will not return to Torii-sama anymore!

Then.

Kiko, Kiko. Kiko, Kiko.

What are you doing?

Adelheid-san asks Kinuka-san, her opponent.

Putting on iron claws on my wrist.

Kinuka-san puts some dangerous weapons on her wrists.

What’s with that Wolverine-like nails?

Adelheid-san asks. Kinuka-san crosses the iron claws in front of her.

Kashan!

A dry sound of metal echoes.

I was asked to fight seriously.

The 13-year-old small girl sets-up her iron claws.

Chapter 859. High Life Little CatFight Part 2

Ready!

Kashin!

The small Kinuka-san crosses her iron claws.

Haa, then I have to use my trump card if you’re going that far

Adelheid-san sighed.

Shakin!

Adelheid-san takes out iron blades at the tip of her leather boots.

I think that using this technique against you would be immature, but it looks like I can’t be unwilling anymore

She stands one-legged and faces Kinuka-san.

I will show you my German ninja arts!

what?

Hmm, German ninja arts? Do you know anything, Edie? It’s a technique founded by a former world ninja baron and equal fighter Kyoji Breda. Looks like he blended German secret arts and Japan’s ninja arts together

Japan’s ninja arts?

It seems related to Yaman tribe

Edie smiled.

Oh, that’s a joke.

You talk about immature, but we’re of the same age

Kinuka-san said.

I still am more mature even if we’re of the same age It’s just our height that’s different Height? Do you think that you can compare your own flat chest to my breasts?

Adelheid-san has a small puff on her chest, despite being a 13-year-old girl.

But Kinuka-san’s flat.

Oh, I get it, if we’re talking about immature, you mean.

Kinuka-san glared at Adelheid-san.

You already have hair growing down there, right?

Err.

That’s why you call yourself an adult! Must be a forest down there! It’s a smooth plain! Then it must be grassy It’s just trickling! I’m still 13!

What’s with that conversation.

I see, so it’s trickling

Kinuka-san nods.

Oh? Do you mean that you don’t have it yet?

Adelheid-san’s not shaking. Instead, she’s showing a triumphant face.

Yes You mean, smooth? Smooth Oh my, you’re still young then It has nothing to do with hair! Aren’t you the one who started that topic?

What’s with these two?

You should begin soon. They’re getting bored

Shou-neechan, the referee, smiles wryly.

However, in reality.

The young ladies and their bodyguards watch the two, thinking that it is amusing.

Adelheid-san is kicked out of Torii house, and they know that Kinuka’s Master’s house is collapsing.

The two of them aren’t burdened by the weight of nobility.

It doesn’t matter who wins or loses, it will not affect other families.

Above all, these two are cute 13-year-old girls.

They both have weapons, but they look cute.

I mean, the young ladies and I.

We know how much the bodyguard train, and so.

They know that the iron claws and the blade on shoes will not result in anything tragic.

This is the courtyard of the Kouzuki house.

The girls should know that the party asks for nothing but a sideshow.

These two are capable bodyguards who know the meaning of that.

How do we decide the outcome?

Adelheid-san asks Kinuka-san.

You cry you lose? No. You don’t look like you’ll cry if you lose Then, losing when our knees touch the ground three times? That’s better!

The two smiled.

Then, begin! Ready! Go!

As soon as Shou-neechan gave the signal, Kinuka-san speeds up.

Anjou arts.Secret technique, cat’s paw!

She lunges her hands with iron claws like a cat’s paw.

Nyanyanyanyanyanyanyanyanyanyaa! That’s like Mickey Rourke

I don’t know who that is.

What? That’s dangerous, you know!

Adelheid-san is deflecting all of the cat punch with some iron claws using her bladed shoe.

Looks like she’s using foot techniques as her main

Yeah.

Adelheid-san isn’t fighting with anything but kicks.

Nyanyanyanyanyanya! Haihaihaihaihaihai!

Kinuka-san’s iron claw cat punch.

Adelheid-san’s shoe blade kicks.

There are sparks between the friction of the two blades.

Nyanyanyanyanya! Haihaihaihaihaihai!

Err.

How do I say this?

It’s a cute fight

Kanou-san said in amazement.

I want that Nyanya kid Indeed, she’s so cute as a bodyguard I think she’s just perfect as my little sister’s bodyguard

What’s that? I hear voices leak out from the young ladies.

And that half-race girl is quite interesting Yes. I thought something’s wrong with her since Torii-san hired her, but. She’s proficient in foreign languages, wasn’t she? I want to take her when I go to Europe I think she’s convenient when you want to study abroad?

Somehow, the two are making an excellent appeal.

You’re good You too

Adelheid-san and Kinuka-san took a moment to breathe.

Nyaoon! Goronyaan! Nyanyanya! Shaa!

Kinuka-san chases after Adelheid-san with her cat claws.

Haihaihai! Haa! Tsuoi! Tsuoi! Haa!

Adelheid-san is deflecting all of the attacks with continuous kicks.

However.

Ah, it’s black

Adelheid-san’s high kicks flipped her skirt and exposed her panties.

My, Haiji, what a bold choice for your age

Torii-san’s right. Adelheid-san is wearing an adult black-laced panty.

Nyaanyaanyaan! I can see it! Goronyaan!

Kinuka-san points out while they fight, but.

Haihaihai! We’re in the middle of a fight, showing off my panties is nothing!

Adelheid-san continues her kicks.

Nyaan?

Ah?

Adelheid-san’s blade.

It cuts off Kinuka-san’s skirt.

Nyanyanya?

Kinuka-san’s panty is now visible.

Oh my, it’s also a cat

Misuzu smiled.

uu

Kinuka-san’s panty has a cute cat printed in it.

What? You’re wearing a cat panty, is that part of your secret technique?

Adelheid-san laughed at Kinuka-san.

Nyanyanya! uu. I’m angry now! You asked for it! Nyaa!

Kinuka-san jumps out, exposing her childish cat panty.

Haihaihaihai! Haii!

Adelheid-san catches all the intense attacks with her black laced panty exposed.

Somehow, the fight reached its climax.

I think the cat will win I think the half-race girl will win!

The young ladies are enjoying the scene.

These girls learned from Reika and Margo’s fight earlier, they’re now doing a show

Edie said.

They know that just strength isn’t enough to take their interest.

Even while doing that, they’re still making an appeal to show their physical ability, and techniques that they have. Therefore, the other bodyguards are watching their fight in admiration

It’s not just a show, they show their ability to those who understand.

And by doing that, the other bodyguards will pay their respects to them.

If they show their strength, then they won’t look down on them.

Look, everyone in the courtyard is watching the two fight

Edie?

That’s why this is the chance for our enemy

Enemy?

Tendou Otome?

Where is she?

Darling! Don’t move, everyone is moving

Edie whispered to my ears.

Don’t look at the enemy but at Michi, slowly

I look at Michi.

Michi and Yomi are placed a bit far from us.

The two are watching Adelheid-san and Kinuka-san out of interest.

Wonder what Tendou Otome’s objective is?

Edie asks me.

Well, gathering information about us. Also, circulating negative information to the young ladies about Kouzuki house, and also To assassinate the shrine maidens

Edie?

She doesn’t have to kill all of the Takakura sisters, if she kills one of them, then it’s enough threat for us

Right, the Kansai Yakuza.

They know how horrifying Takakura shrine maidens are because of Kiyomi-san.

If Kouzuki house monopolizes the shrine maidens, then.

They consider killing them off altogether.

that’s.

Luna, who’s listening to our conversation while clinging to my back, trembles.

If she knows the extent of the power of the shrine maiden, then she knows that she can kill them too

Yeah.

Yomi and Luna’s mother was gunned down.

They’re not afraid of the Miko power themselves. After all, they can kill the shrine maidens anytime. That will be their appeal to themselves and us Why them too? The biggest problem of the Kansai Yakuza is that their people are afraid of Kouzuki house taking control of the Miko power

Oh. I see.

I know that the Kansai Yakuza isn’t just a single group.

Most of them are afraid of Kouzuki house’s power and the Miko power that they don’t want to fight Jii-chan.

Therefore.

If they can assassinate one of the shrine maidens in the main mansion of Kouzuki house, then.

They will no longer fear Kouzuki house and the Miko power.

Kansai Yakuza will become Anti-Kouzuki.

But, she couldn’t bring a gun at this place, can she?

Kouzuki SS should have checked on them.

Furthermore, if they used a gun, all of the nobility will become their enemy.

Here are all the precious young ladies of various families, after all.

Therefore, she’ll use a shuriken or a blowgun. Something with poison

Edie smiled.

Nii-san

Luna’s trembling.

It’s okay. They won’t aim at Luna, you’re too close to Misuzu and Ruriko. She knows that Shou and Margo are on watch

Then that means, Tendou Otome’s target is.

Yomi.

And that’s why Michi’s purposely leading Tendou Otome to think that Yomi is an easy target

Pretending to concentrate on the fight between the 13-year-old girls.

Purposely creating an opportunity.

But, is she going to be okay?

Yomi’s placing herself in danger.

What are you talking about? It’s Michi. You don’t have to worry

Edie said.

All you have to do is give plenty of love on Yomi and Michi later

She smiled.

But I’m still worried.

It’s going to be okay. We planned to capture the enemy from the start.

Huh, Edie?

The players aren’t just us

Then that means.

At that moment.

Kyaa!

Suddenly, a woman screams like silk is cut off at Tendou Otome’s direction?

Hii! Murderer!

what?

eeh? What? What’s going on?

A maid of Kouzuki house shouts from behind Tendou Otome.

Isn’t that Kinoshita-san?

She looks cute, yet, she’s actually a fighter.

this person’s a murderer!

She points at Tendou Otome and screams.

Then, Tendou Otome herself.

She was about to throw away the shuriken at her right hand.

What are you doing?

Shou-neechan shouted. Rei-chan took the lead, and the maids of Kouzuki SS captured Tendou Otome.

Kyaa! what? Ojou-sama, this way! Everyone, get away from that woman!

The bodyguards take distance from Tendou Otome while protecting their Masters.

Tendou Otome’s master, the granddaughter of the president of Mizushima Holdings, got taken away by the Kouzuki SS maids.

She focused too much on Michi and Yomi that she didn’t notice Kinoshita getting close to her

Edie smiled.

So the encirclement was prepared.

Tsk, I made a mistake

Tendou Otome clicked her tongue.

Darling, I’ll look after Yomi

Shou-neechan commanded various bodyguards to surround Misuzu’s table.

Therefore, Luna’s safe.

Edie heads to Michi and Yomi, protecting her.

Who were you trying to throw your shuriken at?

Shou-neechan asks. Tendou Otome.

Oh? What do you mean?

She’s trying to lie her way out.

If anything happens to me, this will become a big discord between Kouzuki house and Mizushima house

That probably means Kansai Yakuza holds the Mizushima holdings’ weakness.

Therefore, they let Tendou Otome, a Yakuza dispatch, become a bodyguard of the president’s precious granddaughter.

That woman is a spy sent over by a Yakuza in Kansai

Michi shows up.

eeh, what? Spy? Yakuza? Really?

The young ladies become noisy.

She’s here to commit acts of terror in this party!

Michi points at Tendou Otome.

I will never forgive you for causing outrage at a party Misuzu-sama hosted! Huh, so that’s your plan on putting the blame on me?

Tendou Otome smiled.

that’s right. Tendou-san isn’t a bad person! This has to be some sort of mistake!

The young lady of Takahama products, who is under Tendou Otome’s control, desperately pleas, but.

Seki-san, look at this Yes, thank you

One of the maids hands over some documents to Shou-neechan.

The investigation reports from the Imperial Guard company Takahama-sama mentioned earlier has arrived

Shou-neechan smiled.

The company is some handiwork that is hard to understand from the outside, but 60% of the shares belong to a violent organization. It’s a shell company. The remaining 20 percent belongs to a crime syndicate’s dummy corporation that’s.

The young lady of Takahama products is surprised.

That means, they’re a company of bodyguards managed by crime syndicates.

Misuzu tells Shou-neechan.

That’s correct If this company were to dispatch bodyguards to the young ladies of the nobility, it would’ve been great trouble

Torii-san, who can’t read the mood, shines at times like this.

Bodyguards are people who are with us 24 hours a day. That means the crime syndicates will know all of our private lives That won’t end there

Kanou-san speaks up.

If you have a member of a crime syndicate as your bodyguard, you can’t complain if you get kidnapped someday

Kanou-san speaks with a bitter voice, it spreads through the courtyard.

Kidnapped? But, she’s right They’re a crime syndicate after all I’m scared! Takahama-san, what are you doing? Trying to introduce a frightening company to us That’s right! That’s right!

The young ladies blame the young lady of Takahama products.

I.

Then, she turned to Tendou Otome.

That gaze tells everything.

She was pushed by this woman who came from that crime syndicate

Michi said.

dammit!

Tendou Otome is looking for her escape.

This doesn’t look good if the poisoned shuriken hits a young lady from another house.

Seki-sama, I, Misuzu-sama’s personal bodyguard, will deal with this person who soiled Misuzu-ojousama’s party

Michi said and faced Tendou Otome.

Come with me. You filthy rat

Michi said. Tendou Otome looks offended.

What? You’re punishing me?

I see.

Michi provokes Tendou Otome to focus on her.

Tendou Otome is pretending to get provoked while looking for a way out.

In this situation, there will be no harm to other families.

Someone like you will take some time. Allow me to deal with you

Michi comes close to Tendou Otome, showing a chance.

Hmph. You already showed yourself using Qi

Tendou Otome speaks with composure.

But, you’re not the only one who can use Qi

At that moment, Tendou Otome sends a strong Qi to Michi!

Just like how Michi stopped Kyouko-san’s movement earlier.

However.

Did you say something?

Michi approaches Tendou Otome’s body.

Then she sends a blow to her stomach.

Uguu?

It looks like an ordinary blow, but it has strong Qi attached to it.

It spreads the shock on Tendou Otome’s internal organs.

how?

Tendou Otome tumbles down.

I wonder how?

Michi replies expressionlessly.

Sending back the Qi to the opponent is Kudou arts.

Kudou Arts was born to defeat those who use Qi.

Kyouko-san taught her. Michi used it in actual combat.

Kuh, dammit!

Tendou Otome writhe on the floor in frustration.

Even so, she’s desperately searching for a way out.

Then.

A woman wearing Kouzuki house’s maid uniform shows up.

Then, she squats before Tendou Otome, who’s writhing on the ground.

Hello. We finally met

She smiled at Tendou Otome.

Huh, Tsukiko?

you?

As soon as Tendou Otome recognized Tsukiko.

Obey me

Tsukiko uses her Miko power.

Ah, auu

Tendou Otome trembles while she looks up at Tsukiko.

Then, for now, please faint

Tsukiko shows a gentle smile.

Tendou Otome fell unconscious.

Chapter 860. High Life Prey

Okay, let’s bring her out!

Kinoshita-san smiles and grabs the blacked-out Tendou Otome by her neck.

The cute lady wearing maid clothing carries Tendou Otome without care. It surprised the young ladies in the courtyard.

Kinoshita-san! Take off all her clothes while she’s blacked-out and check all of her holes, she might be hiding some explosives inside her

Shou-neechan says loudly, making sure everyone hears it.

She couldn’t do anything earlier since she got stunned, but she could blow herself up later My! That’s scary! Right, she’s a spy sent in by a crime syndicate after all

The young ladies tremble.

Roger that! I’ll look it all up!

Kinoshita-san smiled.

please wait! what are you going to do with her?

The young lady of Takahama products, who is under Tendou Otome’s control, shouts.

Well, I’ll get her naked, then torture her after that

She replies brightly.

torture? I mean, she’s a spy who infiltrated to investigate the young ladies!

And a smile.

We can’t find out her secrets and what she found out if we don’t torture her

The courtyard became noisy.

you were talking to her earlier, weren’t you?

One of the young ladies asked her bodyguard.

WEll, she was talking about the Kansai company is better than Kouzuki SS That was all she told me as well For me, she invited to train together next time What are you talking about, weren’t you solicited that there’s a better job offer for you? Weren’t you the one who got that offer? I made sure to refuse. I have my master after all i did refuse her too

Oh, she called out to those dissatisfied with their current Master to gain more control in the party.

I didn’t talk to her directly, but.

Another young lady speaks to Misuzu.

Takahama-san doesn’t trust Kouzuki-sama or Kouzuki SS, and so she persistently recommends the Kansai company She told me the same thing. Naturally, I refused me too

The bodyguards had Tendou Otome.

The young lady of Takahama products invited the young ladies.

Perhaps, focusing on those who don’t belong in Kouzuki group.

In the end, this is what we were most worried about

Misuzu said.

Back then, all of the nobility has a family of retainers assigned as bodyguards. Our bodyguards were assigned from a lineage. However, nowadays, most of them don’t have a family of a bodyguard that serve them

Kanou-san and Kurama-san’s house, both of them had a family of servant with a daughter, but.

Torii-san, she had to hire a bodyguard outside.

So far, each family only have their bodyguard protect their Master, and there is no cooperation between other bodyguards. However, currently, families hire bodyguards no longer belonging from a family of servants. Someone has to check if they’re good people or else we all would get hurt Indeed. To think that a member of a crime syndicate has infiltrated their spy as a bodyguard. This is a big problem

Torii-san says with a serious look.

No, it’s still better that the bodyguards are students, like us. They can come with evil intent, but we still have a wall

Kanou-san said.

However, for the other students who don’t have a bodyguard.

Misuzu’s school is for the super-high-class young ladies.

If you don’t have the lineage and assets, you can’t enroll in that school.

However, if the students in that school bring their bodyguards, the numbers increase.

Today’s party has about 30 or fewer young ladies in here.

Indeed. If the other students were to get hurt because of a spy that infiltrated as a bodyguard, it would affect the honor of the school

Misuzu said.

When was this one hired?

Kanou-san asks.

It hasn’t been a week. Isn’t that right, Mizushima-sama?

Shou-neechan asks the cute elementary girl who is supposed to be Tendou Otome’s Master.

yes

Mizushima-san is trembling.

Margo-san gently hugs her.

It’s okay. You didn’t do anything wrong yes, father told me to bring her along as my bodyguard in school, but.

She starts to tear up.

Yes, I know, it must’ve been scary to be with her. Yes. She was so scary and tormented me when I say something It’s okay now Yes

The young girl clings to Margo-san.

Tendou Otome is a lesbian but not a lolicon.

Therefore, all she did was threaten her.

If she were sexually abused, then the reaction would’ve been intense.

Yes, you don’t have to worry anymore. Your father will not receive any penalties, I believe. However.

Misuzu said.

He sent someone he knows is a spy into a lot of Kouzuki house.Other families in here will surely punish Mizushima holdings even without Kouzuki house doing anything Indeed, I will report this once I return home to father!

Torii-san, who can’t read the mood, declares immediately.

indeed With all these events happening, I don’t think our company will transact with Mizushima-san’s family anymore Me too, I will have to tell Father and Grandfather about this

The young ladies of Kouzuki house spread that mood.

However, Mizushima-san herself is a victim. You won’t receive anything harsh. If it becomes a disaster, Kouzuki house will adopt you

Misuzu said.

What a horrible father, letting her daughter go through all this horror

Misuzu turned to Shou-neechan.

We cannot let Mizushima-san go home now. Let her stay at our house tonight. Prepare a room for her Certainly

Shou-neechan bowed her head to Misuzu.

Oh, looks like she won Misuzu’s favor

Edie smiled.

What do you mean?

I asked Edie.

Misuzu knows her age. I think she’s 12

12?

Agnes, Luna, Mana, and Yomi will enroll in Misuzu’s school soon. If that happens, it’s better to have friends who are already in that school. Especially for Agnes

It will be Agnes’ first time attending school.

Also, she’s got the social standing good enough to bring a bodyguard with her. Then, we can assign Yomi as her bodyguard

Right, Luna is Agnes’ bodyguard.

Yomi will take the role of Mizushima girl’s bodyguard when they enter school.

She’s now under Kouzuki house’s protection, and so it wouldn’t look strange if her bodyguard belongs to Kouzuki as well

I see.

Also, there’s also Misuzu’s taste

Edie whispered.

Misuzu wants to watch Darling violate that girl while she watches

Huh?

Misuzu must be itching to do that already

That sweet and cute girl?

I looked at Misuzu.

As for Takahama-san, you did it yourself. You will receive a punishment for your deeds yes

The young lady of Takahama products nodded.

You can return home now. I don’t want to see your face anymore. I believe that everyone feels the same That’s right! You’re cooperating with a spy! You wanted to sell us off? What will you do if we got kidnapped?

The young ladies concentrate their blame on her.

I’m very sorry but, we would like to ask you a few questions over there

One of the Kouzuki SS maid uniform ladies called out the young lady of Takahama products.

We will ask you what you told the spy and the extent of it Right. Do it fast. Along with the spy

The young lady of Takahama products got dragged by a maid.

Kinoshita-san carried the blacked-out Tendou Otome with one hand.

That girl following behind, must be the bodyguard of Takahama-san.

She doesn’t look strong. She’s probably just a friend assigned as a bodyguard.

Therefore, she took an interest in Tendou Otome, who has the charm and was baited.

Looks like Misuzu didn’t like that girl. Well, she’s not that cute

Edie laughed.

Yeah, Misuzu doesn’t seem like she wants me to violate Takahama-san.

But, the spy will depend on Darling

Huh?

Tendou Otome?

It’s a waste to throw her away, right?

Yeah, she can use Qi. She’s a waste of war potential if abandoned.

However, will she become our ally?

She’s somewhat of beauty, and also has a good body

Edie said and smiled.

No, but.

Then.

Nyanyanyanyaa! Haihaihaihaihaihaa!

Ah.

I forgot about them because of the spy fuss.

I looked back at the stone-paved area.

Adelheid-san and Kinuka-san.

They’re still fighting.

Unyaa! Nyaoon! Haihaihai! Haiiyaa!

The iron claw cat punch and shoe blade fight.

The two have their uniform and skirt torn apart.

Their panties exposed, sweating all over.

Kinuka-san’s sister, Anjou Mitama-san, watches the two with her arms folded.

Don’t worry, Kinuka! No matter what happens, your big sis is watching Kinuka! Hainyaa! Kuu!

The fight between 13-year-old girls continues.

But, the fuss about Tendou Otome just settled down.

Everyone’s fed up with the fight already.

Danna-sama!

Misuzu calls me.

Danna-sama, what do you think?

The young ladies are waiting for my instructions.

Okay.

I think I can use Michi in this situation.

Michi, end the fight between them

I ordered Michi.

Yes! Master!

Then, Michi.

My disciple, Yomi. Do what Master says

Michi orders Yomi.

Instead of Michi, Misuzu’s bodyguard stopping the two from fighting.

Michi sees that it’s better to show her rank by ordering Yomi, her disciple.

Yes! Kudou style martial arts, Yuzuki Yomi, will abide by orders!

Yomi shakes her huge breasts and salutes to Michi.

Okay, go! Haha!

Yomi gets close to the two until she’s in the distance where she can use her Miko power.

what’s starting?

The young ladies and their bodyguard got interested, as Michi sends in Yomi.

Okay, looking good.

Both of you look this way!

Michi clapped her hands.

?

At that moment, Adelheid-san and Kinuka-san reflexively moved. Then, Mitama-san also looked at Yomi.

Fish!

Yomi grasped the three.

Okay, the fight is over!

The three fell exhausted.

Now spin. Wan!

The three spin around and then looked up at the sky.

Wan! Wan! Wan!

They made a cute bark.

Okay, now sit down, do it obediently