Chapter 540: Entering Rindouji All-Girls Private School
"Stop messing around," Kaguya said, not even turning her head to know it was Kurumi. "How's the investigation going?"
"It's starting to yield results," Kurumi said, stepping in front of Kaguya with a playful smile. "But what about the reward you promised me?"
"Oh?" Kaguya raised an eyebrow, slightly surprised. "So quickly?"
Previously, Kaguya had assigned Kurumi the task of locating the remaining Spirits—Yuzuru Yamai, Kaguya Yamai, Miku Izayoi, and Nia Honjo. These four were the ones who had yet to appear—or rather, three, since Yuzuru and Kaguya Yamai were twins and essentially acted as one entity. Typically, they would be found together, meaning finding one would lead to the other.
However, these two were elusive and the hardest to track down. As for Nia Honjo, she had previously been imprisoned by DEM, her current whereabouts unknown, though Kaguya strongly suspected she was still in DEM's custody. Miku Izayoi, on the other hand, was the most likely to be found. She hid in plain sight, living as a student with a somewhat stable routine.
"My reward, please," Kurumi pressed, moving closer with an almost coy demeanor, stretching out her hand as if pleading. "You did promise, remember?"
"Ahem, can we change the topic?" Kaguya coughed awkwardly. "Besides, what could you possibly need that for?"
"Oh?" Kurumi tilted her head in mock surprise, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "Could it be that my beloved is trying to go back on her word?"
"How could I possibly—" Kaguya started, before catching herself and coughing twice more, feigning nonchalance. "Anyway, if that brat finds out, who knows what chaos she'll stir up."
"Don't worry. I'll keep it safe and sound. She won't see it." Kurumi blinked innocently, her large, beautiful eyes radiating mischief.
Kaguya rubbed her temples, exasperation etched on her face. "Since when did you develop such a peculiar hobby? This is hardly what a proper lady should do."
"Everyone has things they love to collect," Kurumi said, raising a finger with a sly smile. "Mine just happens to be... a bit special."
"That's not just 'special'—this is borderline bizarre," Kaguya muttered, her lips twitching. "Honestly, only a pervert would have a fetish like this."
"Well?" Kurumi huffed, puffing her cheeks as she stepped closer, crossing her arms. "Are you going to give it to me or not?"
Kaguya let out a resigned sigh, her voice solemn. "Fine."
"That's more like it." Kurumi beamed triumphantly as she took the small garment from Kaguya's hands. Inspecting the bloodstained fabric, her satisfied expression deepened. "Perfect. Now the deal is complete."
It was none other than a pair of Natsumi' panties, stained from the aftermath of last night's rather heated battle.
Kaguya stared at Kurumi in utter bafflement. "Why on earth would you even want something like that? What's your goal here?"
"No goal at all. It's just for my personal collection." Kurumi giggled, tucking the panties away carefully. "Although I do wonder... What kind of expression will that little brat make when she finds out? It's going to be quite a sight, don't you think?"
Kaguya's face twitched as her thoughts spiraled. She'd never realized Kurumi had such a devious side.
"Oh, right! I almost forgot." Kurumi pulled a folded piece of paper from her pocket and handed it to Kaguya. "Here's the information you wanted. It wasn't easy to obtain, you know."
Ignoring her teasing tone, Kaguya took the paper, her expression growing serious as she unfolded it.
On the paper was a photograph of a stunning girl. Her long, violet hair flowed gracefully down her back, framing delicate and striking features. Her jewel-like eyes sparkled with a mesmerizing brilliance, set against a porcelain-like complexion. Her figure was lithe yet alluring, exuding a refined maturity far beyond her years. Her chest was prominently well-developed, and her curves carried an irresistible allure, a blend of elegance and seduction uncommon for a high school student.
Next to the photo, a name was written: Miku Izayoi.
As expected, Miku was the first to be located. Thanks to her knowledge of the original events, Kaguya had suspected as much. With her foresight, it was easy to deduce Miku's general location.
Rindouji All-Girls Private School.
Kaguya frowned slightly. As expected, it was the same as in the original story. However, approaching her would be a challenge. Since Miku was in school rather than out in the open, getting close to her could prove troublesome. Would she have to resort to disguising herself and infiltrating the private school, just like Shidou Itsuka had done in the original story?
It seemed inevitable.
"Darling," Kurumi's teasing voice interrupted her thoughts as she leaned on Kaguya's shoulder with a grin. "Still pondering how to win her over?"
"I'm also considering how I'll deal with you tonight," Kaguya retorted with a pointed look.
"Oh my, is that so?" Kurumi's gaze turned seductive as her smile deepened. "Then I'll be eagerly waiting for you tonight, darling. That is, if you can handle those two little jars of jealousy."
Kurumi was, of course, referring to Tohka Yatogami and Origami Tobiichi. The two had always clashed with Kurumi, their mutual antagonism proving a constant headache for Kaguya.
"I'll deal with you first," Kaguya declared, flipping Kurumi onto the couch and pinning her beneath her. With a wicked grin, she leaned in and said, "I'll eat you up right now."
"Go ahead," Kurumi replied with a coquettish smile, her tone a challenge. "As long as you're not afraid of them catching us."
"You said it," Kaguya growled, her desires stirred as her hand slipped inside Kurumi's blouse, the familiar softness filling her palm.
"They might really come out, you know," Kurumi teased, her voice lilting.
"Doesn't matter. They're still asleep—"
The sound of a door opening froze Kaguya mid-sentence. Slowly, she turned her head to see Yoshino standing in the doorway, her wide, innocent eyes fixed on the two tangled figures on the couch. Her gaze fell to where Kaguya's hand was inside Kurumi's blouse.
Yoshino's face turned crimson as she stumbled back, bolting back into her room. A loud "slam" followed as she shut the door.
Kurumi covered her mouth, stifling a laugh. "I told you, didn't I?"
Rindouji All-Girls Private School was the largest private school in the city, and as the name suggested, it was an all-girls institution. Such schools had become exceedingly rare in modern society, with single-gender schools largely replaced by co-educational high schools.
As Kaguya arrived at Rindouji All-Girls Private School, she couldn't help but feel a sense of curiosity. She had never set foot in an all-girls school before. However, she had heard some rumors. Whether it was a boys' school or a girls' school, the absence of the opposite gender often gave rise to certain... phenomena.
Due to a lack of interaction with the opposite sex, some adolescents during their hormonal awakenings might develop feelings for their peers. For girls, this was called yuri, and for boys, yaoi—both outcomes of a world out of balance, as Kaguya saw it.
In her youth, Kaguya had often fantasized about such schools, thinking, Wouldn't they admit boys?
Of course, this was her innocent middle school self talking. The idea of being the sole boy in a sea of adoring girls had seemed like a dream come true.
However, life didn't go as she had imagined. Not only had Kaguya failed to enroll in an all-girls school, but her body had also transformed into that of a woman. It was a rather tragic irony.
Still, being here now felt like fulfilling a childhood wish.
As for how she managed to get here, it was quite simple: Kaguya called the Prime Minister directly. Soon after, officials scrambled to assist her, arranging all the necessary paperwork. They even went so far as to offer her ownership of the private school itself.
The officials' shifty expressions said it all—they had definitely misunderstood her intentions. It wasn't a surprise, though. Kaguya's preference for women was no secret among Japan's upper echelons. Her habits and tendencies had been studied extensively, with entire psychological studies centered on her as a blueprint for understanding Spirits.
On top of that, they had brought her an update: the former Minister of Defense had been sentenced to life imprisonment and was now laboring in a coal mine. They even showed her a photo. To Kaguya's astonishment, the once corpulent minister was now emaciated and sickly, resembling a frail monkey more than a man. She almost didn't recognize him.
But the man deserved no pity. His punishment was well-earned, and Kaguya had no interest in wasting her sympathy on such insignificant beings.
Rindouji All-Girls Private School was enormous. Not only was it the largest in the city, but it also ranked among Japan's top ten prestigious high schools. With a robust faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and sprawling grounds resembling a university campus, it was an impressive institution, especially for a high school.
Originally, Kaguya had intended to handle everything herself. However, the Prime Minister was insistent, gifting her a villa near the private school and a custom-built, limited-edition Rolls-Royce worth over 100 million yen as her personal vehicle. To top it off, he assigned her a female chauffeur, though Kaguya decided not to comment on her appearance.
While she had initially wanted to refuse, Kaguya eventually relented. After all, even in the world of Akame ga Kill, she had been used to doing things herself. Accepting a bit of convenience here and there wouldn't hurt.
"Wow, it's a luxury car! They say it's super expensive!"
"Yeah, I think it's called a Rolls-Royce."
"Which rich family's young lady is that? So envious!"
"Look, she's getting out of the car now."
"She's gorgeous! I've never seen such a beautiful girl before."
"She has such an air of elegance. Could she be a princess from somewhere?"
"She might even rival our Onee-sama!"
"Watch your mouth! Our Onee-sama is the epitome of perfection. Do you want a beating?"
"I-I'm sorry! Of course, Onee-sama is still the best!"
As Kaguya stepped out of the car, she felt countless gazes fall upon her. However, she was used to such attention and didn't mind it. Truth be told, she preferred being admired by cute, beautiful girls over lecherous men.
The chime of the school bell echoed across the campus, signaling the start of classes. Students hurried toward the school buildings, leaving the grounds quiet and serene within moments.
At that moment, Kaguya felt a gaze land on her—intense and palpable. Following the direction of the stare, her eyes fell upon a stunning girl with long, violet hair adorned with a hair clip.
A subtle smile tugged at Kaguya's lips. If her instincts were correct, that girl was none other than Miku Izayoi.
Inside the classroom, the students sat quietly at their desks, awaiting the arrival of their teacher.
The door swung open, and a female teacher entered, smiling as she addressed the class. "We have a new transfer student joining us today. Please give her a warm welcome and get along with her."
Turning toward the door, the teacher gestured politely. "You may come in now."
"Did you see that? The teacher seems awfully respectful toward the new student."
"You're imagining things. Why would a teacher act that way toward a student?"
"I'm serious! Just look for yourself!"
"Could she be the daughter of some big shot?"
"Wouldn't be surprising. This is one of Japan's top schools, after all."
As the students whispered among themselves, a silver-haired beauty stepped into the classroom. With a radiant smile, she waved to the students and said, "Hello, everyone. My name is Kaguya. Please take care of me."
"Wow, she's so beautiful!"
"Isn't she the young lady who arrived in that luxury car earlier?"
"So envious!"
"When will I ever get to be like that?"
"Maybe in your next life."
The teacher turned to Kaguya with a smile. "Please take a seat."
"Thank you, sensei," Kaguya replied, nodding as she descended the steps toward the rows of desks.
"If you don't mind, you can sit over here," a melodious voice rang out, instantly silencing the classroom.
Kaguya turned her gaze and found Miku Izayoi smiling warmly at her.
A faint, almost imperceptible smile curled at the corners of Kaguya's lips.
Approaching Miku Izayoi turned out to be even easier than Kaguya had anticipated. The moment she arrived at school, Miku latched onto her as if she were a cat drawn to the scent of fish. Her enthusiasm was overwhelming, almost smothering, to the point that even Kaguya found it difficult to handle.
Kaguya was used to pursuing others but had never been on the receiving end of such fervent attention—especially not to this extent. Glancing at the bouquet of roses on her desk, she allowed a small smile to grace her lips. Taking a sip of the rich, aromatic tea before her, she found the experience refreshingly novel.
If things continued at this pace, it wouldn't be long before she could complete the system task related to Miku Izayoi.
"Kaguya-chan!"
A familiar voice rang out from a distance.
Kaguya turned her head, unsurprised to find the source. It was Miku Izayoi, who was standing a short distance away, waving and smiling brightly.
Kaguya set her teacup on the table and walked toward Miku. Meanwhile, the girls who had been standing behind her swiftly tidied the table, collecting the cup and teapot. These students weren't Kaguya's maids or attendants; they were simply students at the private school.
Initially, Kaguya wasn't comfortable with being attended to like this. She wasn't an actual noblewoman with strict rules about being waited on. However, she eventually relented under the sheer enthusiasm of these girls. It seemed that, in the absence of boys, the students' affections had undergone an interesting shift.
Kaguya stopped midway and turned back with a sly smile. "Don't drink my tea while I'm gone, Rafei, Rairi."
The two charming twin sisters, Rafei and Rairi, froze momentarily. Identical in appearance, their only distinguishing feature was a dimple that appeared when Rafei smiled, while Rairi's smile was unmarked. Both had captivating looks and enviably long legs.
Of course, Kaguya wouldn't admit that it was partly for these reasons that she had allowed them to stick around.
Caught red-handed with the teacup she had just used, Rafei hastily hid it behind her back, laughing awkwardly. "Of course not! How could we?"
"Yes, yes, absolutely not!" her sister Rairi echoed nervously, swiftly concealing the teapot. The guilty expressions on their faces told a different story.
"Oh, really? Good then." Kaguya chuckled softly, letting the matter slide as she continued walking toward Miku.
Once she was out of sight, the twins heaved relieved sighs, pressing their hands to their chests to calm their racing hearts. Then, as if revealing a treasure, they brought Kaguya's used teacup into view, their eyes gleaming with excitement.
"This is Kaguya-sama's teacup…"
Before Kaguya could reach Miku, the violet-haired girl ran toward her, immediately grabbing Kaguya's arm in a tight hug. Pouting slightly, Miku said, "I've been looking for you for so long, darling. Did you forget about our date?"
"Ah, sorry. I got caught up reading and lost track of time," Kaguya apologized.
"Then I'll have to punish you for that," Miku said with a mischievous smile.
"Punish me?" Kaguya blinked in mild surprise.
"Of course!" Miku's gaze shifted toward the twin sisters in the distance. She let out a displeased hum before continuing, "Those two girls are getting bolder. How dare they covet something that belongs to my darling?"
Kaguya chuckled and replied nonchalantly, "It's nothing—just some tea."
Granted, the tea wasn't ordinary. The Prime Minister had personally arranged for it to be sourced from the finest plantations worldwide. It was the best of the best, selected specifically because Kaguya had a penchant for premium-quality black tea. Anything less wouldn't suit her palate.
"Do you really think they care about the tea itself?" Miku leaned closer, her voice laced with playful insinuation as her soft, supple body pressed against Kaguya's.
"If not for the tea, then why else would they take it? Are they planning to sell it?" Kaguya asked, genuinely puzzled.
"Sell it?" Miku giggled. "Impossible. They treasure it far too much for that. Even if they were punished, they wouldn't give it up easily."
"Then what would they use it for?" Kaguya was even more baffled. "Does black tea have some special properties I don't know about?"
"Of course not. Black tea itself isn't special." Miku's lips curled into a teasing smile. "But if it's something that belongs to you, darling, then it's an entirely different matter."
"Something of mine?" Kaguya still didn't understand.
"Haha, your confused expression is just too adorable, darling," Miku said, covering her mouth as she laughed. "I'm falling even more in love with you."
Kaguya was about to ask another question when a panicked voice echoed in her mind—it was the system's loli voice.
"Something terrible has happened! Big trouble!" the system loli cried out.
Kaguya froze for a moment. The system rarely made an appearance, especially after its recent blunder. If it had suddenly shown up now, it must mean something extraordinary had occurred.
"Sorry," Kaguya said to Miku, her tone apologetic. "I have something urgent to take care of. I'll be back later."
Miku blinked, slightly surprised. "What's the matter? Can you tell me?"
"Sorry, but I can't," Kaguya replied.
"Well, if it's not convenient to share, I'll see you later then," Miku said understandingly. "But if you need my help, don't hesitate to call me, okay?" She mimicked holding a phone to her ear with a sweet smile.
"Got it." Kaguya returned her smile before turning and hurrying away.
As she watched Kaguya's retreating figure, Miku's lips curled into a faint smile. She licked her lips with a soft pink tongue, her violet eyes gleaming. In a low voice, she murmured, "What a delightful prey."
Kaguya rounded the corner of a building, her expression serious as she whispered, "What's going on?"
"The system has encountered a breach! Your world's mission has been terminated," the system loli announced, her voice frantic.
"Terminated?" Kaguya's pupils contracted sharply.
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