Volume 13 Chapter 452 Shirogane Aqua, Tadaima!!
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
I hear birds chirping outside. When I groggily open my heavy eyelids, the morning sunlight filtering through the curtains feels blindingly bright.
”Aqua~ Morning~!” Oh, this voice… Mother? I sit up, get out of bed, and open the door.
”Onii-sama. Good morning.”
I turn toward the voice. There’s a beautiful girl in pajamas standing there.
”Morning, Lapis.”
I smile and pat Lapis on the head. Her pajama buttons are undone—she might catch a cold. I button them all the way to the top. For some reason, Lapis looks sad. Must be my imagination. I head downstairs with Lapis.
”A-chan~ Morning.”
”Morning, Shitori-onee-chan.”
In the living room, Shitori-onee-chan sits in a see-through baby doll nightie. I’m a healthy male high school student—could she cover up a little more? Of course I can’t say that, so I pretend not to notice while sneaking glances. No, no, no. She’s your real sister. That’s not normal… right?
…Wait.
A slight discomfort. What was that feeling…?
Oh.
Oh? A voice in my head.
Oh… b**bs.
Damn it! You say that and I’m even more aware! Idiot! Whose voice is this? Stop saying unnecessary things! I shake my head to clear it.
”Come on now, everyone, breakfast is ready~ Lapis-chan and Aqua both have school, so eat up and get going. Shitori, aren’t you going to be late?”
”I’ll be fine, I’ve got until second period.”
Mother sets plates of food in front of us. Whoa! It looks amazing! Salt-grilled salmon, tamagoyaki1, sausages, miso soup, pickles, and rice. The classic combo.
”Thanks for the food!”
I put my hands together and reach for the rice first. Then the strange feeling hits again. What is this feeling? A voice in my ear.
”Good morning. This is Morikawa Kaede from the national broadcaster.”
I glance at the TV. A slender, petite woman—and beautiful. Probably a new announcer.
”That rookie had her script upside down in the last broadcast, didn’t she?”
”Hehe, she was probably nervous, don’t you think?”
Morikawa Kaede… Morikawa Kaede… Morikawa Kaede… I repeat her name in my head over and over. Mother notices my chopsticks have stopped moving.
”Aqua, what’s wrong? Don’t you have much of an appetite this morning?”
”Ah, no… I was just a little distracted by the news.”
Mother mutters a quiet “Ahh.”
”Things have been dangerous lately, I hear. Apparently people are getting attacked on the streets by someone. Be careful, Aqua.”
”Oh, I heard Professor Kamonohashi mention that at the university too. Some staffer—what was his name?—got attacked.”
”It’s been a big topic at St. Claris too. My friends Subaru and Miyako said they saw a suspicious person and got questioned by the police.”
Huh. Better be careful myself. I ignore the strange feeling and dig into breakfast.
”Thanks for the food!”
Phew, that hit the spot. I relax in my chair for a moment. …Hm? I feel like I’m forgetting something important, but I guess it’s not that important. Come to think of it… what does my dad do, and where is he? That’s weird. I can’t remember his face. As I focus on my thoughts, I hear another voice.
Blah.
Blah—what the heck!? Wait, what was I thinking about just now? …Well, if I forgot, it must not have mattered. I shake it off and get ready for school.
”I’m heading out!”
”Stay safe! Like I said earlier, be careful!”
I leave the house. Just then, I make eye contact with my neighbor.
”Good morning.”
”Oh… Good morning.”
The pink-blonde woman smiles at me. I think her name’s Miyuki Heliodor Yui. She’s got that British half2 background, so she’s beautiful. …Huh? British? That’s weird. Why does that word feel strange? I puzzle over it while watching Yui-san’s back. The voice again.
B…b**bs.
Enough about b**bs! Sure, Yui-san’s chest is enormous, but still! A healthy high school boy next door to a woman in her early twenties with huge b**bs—of course I’ll notice! I shake off my worldly desires3 and walk toward the station. A high school girl running past overtakes me from behind.
”Sorry I kept you two waiting!”
”Morning, Kokona-chan.”
”Hehe, Kokona-san, you made it just in the nick of time~”
That uniform… what school is she from? One looks cute, the other two are striking and beautiful. Everyone’s staring. I steal a glance as I head into the station and board my train. Ugh! The rush hour crowd packs the train tight. When the train curves, something soft presses against my back.
”Ah, sorry.”
”No, it’s fine.”
I turn to find a beautiful woman in a business suit. Sharp features, really good-looking. If I were her subordinate, I’d be fist-pumping4 right now.
”Oh, Kotono-san, you’re on the same train? I don’t usually see you commuting by train.”
”Ah, Director Kokucho. Yes, my car broke down, actually…”
Whooooaaa! A big-breasted woman and another big-breasted woman talking right in front of me! This must be Heaven… I feel like I could ascend any moment.
Don’t die yet!
That’s… b**bs! Wait, no! Fine. I don’t know whose voice this is, but have some pity—I’m always the straight man5. I enjoy the blissful train ride, get off at my stop, and step outside. A huge billboard catches my eye.
[Kiss on the Lips]
Probably an ad for a new lipstick. I stare at Tsukimachi Ayana, Kurushima Fran, and Jou Maron of the ultra-popular idol group Eau De Cologne. Even among idols, those three are on another level. I snap a photo and start climbing Otomezaka Hill toward Otomezaki Academy High School. A voice from a park along the way.
”Hey, you!!”
Huh? Me!? I turn and see a tiny girl facing off with a white cat.
”That’s my breakfast you’re eating!! Hey, stop running away!”
Whoa… some people really fight cats. Cute, pretty, big b**bs—but no. Also, she’s wearing a shirt with some weird pattern on it. Best to stay out of it. I pretend I saw nothing and walk on. Just as I’m about to reach the top of Otomezaka, a girl in a tracksuit comes running toward me.
”Good morning, forsooth!”
”Woof! Woof!”
I wave back. She must be out for a morning jog. I need to stop slacking off. When I arrive at school, I notice a group of girls standing by the shoe lockers.
”President, good morning!”
”Ah, good morning!”
Oh, President Natsuki, Vice President Rosenesta, and my classmate Chihiro-san. Our student council always has the most beautiful people. A feast for the eyes6 this early. I change my shoes and head to my classroom.
”Morning, Aqua.”
”Yo! Morning, Shintaro!”
I bump fists with my buddy Shintaro and take my seat. Soon after, our homeroom teacher Sugita-sensei and assistant homeroom teacher Tenga-sensei walk in. Tenga-sensei’s wild—can a teacher really wear shoes that spiky? But yeah, Tenga-senpai is seriously cool…
Wait.
Tenga-senpai? He’s Tenga-sensei, a teacher. Maybe I’m just tired? Something’s off today.
”Alright, everyone settle down. We’ve got a transfer student to introduce today.”
A transfer student at this time of year? Unusual. I look toward the door. A blonde beauty walks in with maids in tow. The moment I see her, I’m captivated.
”This is Kanon-hime Kanon Stars Gosshe Night, visiting from Britain. Everyone be nice to her.”
I’m going to marry this girl. There’s no logic to it—my instincts scream she’s the one. As I stand there dumbstruck, a voice from beside me says:
”Hmm. So Aqua’s into that type, huh.”
”Ah, no… I mean, anyone would look, right?”
I stammer under my childhood friend’s teasing gaze. Damn! Toa’s always so sharp. Toa grins mischievously and puts a hand to the hem of their skirt.
”Aww, but yesterday you were so happy peeking at my panties through my stockings.”
”That was completely unavoidable7! You slipped, I grabbed your hand, we fell, and your butt was right in front of my face…”
I shake my head violently, remembering that moment. What’s wrong with me, thinking about this at school!?
”Hmph. You know, I’m actually pretty popular with guys.”
I glance around. Several boys are sneaking looks at Toa. I forget sometimes—we grew up together—but Toa’s a beauty who could easily be an idol.
…Wait. Beauty? I freeze, hit by another wave of unease. What is this? Why does this keep happening?
”Kanon, take the empty seat next to Shirogane.”
”Yes.”
Kanon walked toward me and sat beside me smoothly.
Cute. And really beautiful.
She noticed me looking and smiled gently.
”I’m Kanon. Nice to meet you.”
”Ah… I’m Shirogane Aqua. If there’s anything you don’t understand, just ask.”
Oh crap. Her voice is cute too. And she smells nice.
While I stared at Kanon, her maids glared at me. Yikes. I looked away from Kanon and focused on the lesson.
”Well then, everyone! Take care on your way home!”
Huh…? Wait, what?
Before I knew it, the last class was over.
I heard my classmates—Oto, Sumeragi, and Inori—chatting nearby.
”Hey, let’s go somewhere after school.”
”Yeah, let’s! Let’s go to that new udon place near the station.”
Shouldn’t high school girls go for sweets? Maybe there’s some udon boom I don’t know about.
Still puzzled, I stood up and glanced at Kanon’s desk. She was gone. Her bag too—she must have left.
I stood there blankly when Shintaro called to me.
”Aqua. Wanna hit somewhere on the way home?”
”Ah… sorry. I’ve got work today.”
Shintaro said, “Got it. See you tomorrow then,” and left the classroom.
Work…? Ah, right. I work at a café called Tomarigi.
I left school and headed toward the café. On the way, I heard a voice from an electronics store’s display window.
”Today, Her Highness Victoria Stars Goshenite, who arrived in Japan as the representative of Her Majesty Queen Mary Stars Goshenite of the British Royal Family, held a meeting with Prime Minister Habu Chiyoko. Prime Minister Habu also met with President Ernie Maitrix of the United States and Vice President Henrietta F. Rosenberg the day before…”
Oh, that’s Kanon’s sister. They don’t look much alike, but she’s beautiful too.
BOOBS! BOOBS!
I mean—you can tell I love b**bs just by looking.
It’s probably just stress. I made a note to rub one out when I got home from work.
As I was thinking about that, someone tapped me on the shoulder.
”Hey, excuse me. You got a minute?”
I turned to find a woman in a suit. She had a warm, gentle vibe. I’d never met her, but I felt oddly at ease.
”I’m Atori Ako, a scout for Beryl Entertainment. I’ll get straight to the point—are you interested in becoming an idol?”
What?! Me? An idol?!
No! I’m just an average high school boy.
Maybe it’s some new kind of scam. I gave her a suspicious look.
She pulled a pamphlet from her bag and showed it to me.
”You know those special effects shows on Sunday mornings? Yamada Maruo and Kokucho Kujaku are with our agency. And this guy—voice actor Akami Hajime…”
Huh, I actually know those names. And I think I’ve heard of Beryl Entertainment too—it must be pretty big.
”Here’s my contact info. Reach out if you’re interested. And I’ll personally explain everything to your parents too.”
”Uh… thank you.”
An idol… Even though I know it’s impossible for someone like me—just a regular kid at an all-boys school—it stuck with me.
After parting ways with the scout, I went to Tomarigi. When I stepped inside, the regulars—Grandma Ranko and Megumi—were already there.
”Oh, Aqua-kun. You’re just getting started?”
”Here, want a candy?”
I exchanged greetings with everyone and headed to the staff room in the back. I was feeling a little peckish, so I ate some MerryManiac Biscuits from my bag.
I glanced at the TV—they were featuring the currently popular VTuber, Sayamu Inko. Huh, an otome game stream. I’ve never watched that kind of content, but maybe I’ll check it out if I come across it.
I put on my apron and got to work.
”Aqua-kun. Could you deliver this to the bookstore three doors down?”
”Sure thing!”
I left Tomarigi and headed to the bookstore. Let’s see… this should be the place.
When I arrived, I scanned the display tables.
”New releases from Hakuryuu Aiko and Tsukasa Kei are now in stock!”
Oh! A new volume of After Inheriting the Farm, the Coolest Guy in the Universe Was My Neighbor is out! And My Honors Student Older Brother looks super interesting too! There’s also a new edition of Yakumo Itsuki’s To You, Where the Flowers Bloom. I’m definitely buying all of them later.
”Delivery from Tomarigi! Moja-san, here’s your katsudon and oyakodon~”
”Thanks, just leave it there!”
Moja-san is one of our regulars. As I set the katsudon on the table, I passed Nobu-san, who was pulling a cart stacked with cardboard boxes.
”Oh my, Aqua-kun! Looking handsome as always~”
”Thanks, Nobu-san.”
I greeted the staff member and, while collecting payment, asked her to hold those books for me.
Back at Tomarigi, I felt that same sense of time slipping away again.
”Great work today. You can head out now.”
”Ah… okay.”
With that from the owner, I changed clothes and stepped outside. The night streets were dark. I walked past people heading home. A door opened somewhere, and I could hear Kato Iria’s new song playing inside.
I bought the books I had on hold and started heading home.
Something’s wrong.
No—more accurately, something feels wrong.
But I can’t figure out what.
As I was mulling that over, I heard a faint scream from a narrow alley between two buildings.
”Eeek!”
Someone’s scream?
I looked around. But no one else seemed to have heard it—everyone just walked past the alley without a second glance.
If it was just my imagination, fine.
But what if it wasn’t…?
My body was already moving on its own. I ran through the narrow alley and reached… somewhere.
And there—a beautiful girl I recognized, being attacked by a grotesque monster I’d never seen before.
”Kanon?!”
”Ah… Aqua-kun?!”
The monster raised its arm to strike Kanon. I lunged forward, tackling her and shielding her from the attack.
”This way!”
”O-okay!”
I got up, grabbed Kanon’s hand, and tried to escape from the monster.
What the hell is that?! That kind of thing shouldn’t exist in our world!!
As we emerged from the narrow alley onto the main street, a group of women on motorcycles pulled up.
”Kid, you okay?!”
”Ah, yes.”
One of the women dismounted and faced the monster unarmed. Incredible. That’s something I could never… I started to think, but again, something interrupted my thoughts.
”Kobayakawa! I’m backing you up!”
”Captain Matsumoto!!”
Captain Matsumoto intervened in the fight alongside someone named Kobayakawa, but she was sent flying with ease.
I rushed over to the captain.
”Are you okay?!”
”What, it’s just another broken bone. No problem.”
Uh, a broken bone is pretty serious. And she said “another”—getting injured repeatedly is definitely not good for you…
While I helped Captain Matsumoto, Kanon and I turned our attention to Kobayakawa, who was still fighting the monster.
”Tch!”
No matter how strong Kobayakawa was, her attacks seemed to have barely any effect on the monster.
Is there anything—anything I can do?
As I thought that, a van emblazoned with the word “[SYKUJYO]” pulled up to the scene. A woman stepped out and tossed a chunky belt toward Kobayakawa.
”Kobayakawa-san! Take this!”
”Director Hongou, you’re a lifesaver!”
Kobayakawa caught the belt and strapped it around her waist, then thrust her hand straight up toward the sky.
”Please… COME TO ME!”
What… what in the world is she calling?
Her plea was met with emptiness—the monster’s attack struck her dead-on, sending her flying.
This isn’t good, is it?
”Eeeek! Somebody help!”
”AHHHHHHH!”
”NOOOOO!”
People on the main street scrambled in panic. Watching them, I froze, not knowing what to do.
”Tch…”
”Are you okay?!”
Kanon rushed to the fallen Kobayakawa’s side. The monster was advancing toward them.
No! At this rate, they’ll both be killed!!
As I was about to move, I felt something hit my foot.
”The belt from earlier…”
I don’t know why—but I picked up the belt and stepped between the monster and Kanon.
”Ah—Aqua-kun?!”
I could hear it. Definitely—someone’s voice. A voice calling me to call it!!
’Remember, Aqua-sama…’
A woman in a nun’s habit whispered in my ear. How could I have forgotten something this important until now?
I thrust my hand straight up toward the sky.
Ah. That’s right.
I…
I KNOW YOUR NAME!!
Right, partner?!
”COME! HEAVENS SWOOOOOOOOORD!!”
A familiar rhinoceros beetle flew through the sky. But something blocked it—a wall that kept it from reaching me.
In that instant, the monster charged and swung its fist at me. But a grasshopper-shaped mech interposed itself, taking the blow.
’Sorry I kept you waiting… old friend! Leave this to me!’
Shintaro caught the monster’s—no, Chijo’s—attack. He’d gotten strong. My best friend. From the very beginning, when no one else in the world recognized your potential, I saw it. I knew how incredible you were, Mayuzumi Shintaro!!
’Aqua! Transform, now!’
”But I…”
Shintaro pointed his finger straight up at the sky.
’It’s okay. They’re here too!!’
I looked up. Behind the beetle, a beautiful butterfly descended.
’Leave this wall to me, Aqua.’
Toa’s voice. I narrowed my eyes.
’We promised back then, didn’t we! If you ever shut yourself away again, this time it’s my turn to break down your door!!’
Toa slammed into the invisible wall. It threw him back. Even so, he hit it again and again.
’I will NEVER, EVER give up! Give me back MY, OUR—our precious person!!’
Cracks spread across the invisible wall like glass. A moment later, Toa broke through.
”I believed in you, Toa!!”
I reached for the stag beetle. Chijo saw me and flew ahead, trying to attack it first.
Just a little more—just a little more!!
I clenched my teeth. Then someone set a hand on my back.
’I HAVE ARRIVED!’
”Seriously? Perfect timing!!”
A bee-shaped robot pushed against my back.
”KOOOOOOOOOOOHAI! Now it’s MY turn to push YOU FORWARD!!”
Tenga-senpai put all his strength into it and shoved me forward.
”GOOOOOOOOO! GO, KOHAI!”
My hand reached the stag beetle before Chijo could. At that same moment, Chijo attacked me.
”Hey, that’s cheating—attacking mid-response!!”
’I WON’T LET YOU!’
A barrier wrapped around us.
”You—I’LL PROTECT YOU! I’LL PROTECT YOU IF IT’S THE LAST THING I DO!!”
”Kohina-senpai… thank you.”
Kobayakawa and Hongou-buchou landed beside me.
”Welcome back, Eriri… hero.”
”I’ve been waiting—all this time.”
Kanon, Emily, Kotono, and Kaede came up behind me. The four of them stood in a line.
”Aqua-san. The Chijo before you now is the sorrow of this world.”
”Yeah. I know, Kotono.” I pulled Kotono into a tight hug.
”I’m sorry I made everyone worry.”
”Aqua-kun… we were all so scared you might not come back.”
”I’m sorry, Kaede.” I wiped the tears from Kaede’s eyes. “It was my fault you all felt so scared.”
”Aqua-sama… please—save that child in front of you. Save all of us!”
”Leave it to me, Emily.” I patted Emily on the head. “Remember? That’s what I always do.”
”Aqua… ready?”
”Of course, Kanon.” I kissed Kanon’s forehead.
When I looked left and right, rows of people stretched to the horizon on both sides of me.
”Let’s go—everyone!”
”””””””””YEAH!”””””””””
Ah… I’m not alone.
I pressed the stag beetle against my belt.
”””””””””HENSH—”””””””””
””””””””””””””””””””””IN!!””””””””””””””””””””””
In that instant, the temporary world around me began to fall apart.
I shot forward at full speed and wrapped my arms around the stunned Chijo with everything I had.
”Sorry to keep you waiting. I’m coming to you now.”
Still holding her, I raced through the pitch-black space faster than light.
Where… where even was this?
’Aqua-sama, come back!’
’Aqua-kun—we’ve been waiting for you!!’
The crowd’s hearts—their feelings, their voices—flowed into me.
Were they guiding me so I wouldn’t lose my way home?
’Look—see that light!’
’Everyone’s waving penlights for you!’
The penlights sparkled like scattered stars.
So… so beautiful.
So many lights. And among them, one shone brighter than all the rest. Like a spotlight.
’This way, Aqua-sama!!’
That voice—Mikoto-chan?!
A hand reached out from the light. I reached back with all I had.
’Aqua-kun!’
Ako-san…!
My fingertips touched hers.
Then all the light vanished. Totally dark.
…
……
………
I slowly opened my heavy eyes.
There I saw the face of someone I loved, with tears running down her cheeks.
Who made Kanon cry?
I moved my lips.
”Ka… non… crying like that—when you’re this beautiful—it’s such… a waste…”
”Aqua!!”
Kanon threw herself at me. I held her, then slowly looked around.
Everyone… you stayed by my side the whole time. Thank you.
I let Emily take Kanon, then slowly sat up and got out of bed.
Kotono opened the window for me. I leaned out and waved, moving on pure willpower.
The crowd outside the hospital burst into cheers.
Hah… hah… and just that wore me out.
Also, my chest hurt like crazy for some reason. Did I crash into a meteorite and break my ribs? Honestly, that wouldn’t even surprise me.
Everyone helped me get back into bed. Then someone opened the door to my room.
”Kohina… senpai?”
Kohina-senpai walked toward me in silence, her head bowed.
Oh. Oh no. This is full-on rage mode.
I sent desperate looks to Ako-san and Ayana, silently begging for help. They both looked away at once.
Wait—seriously? Both of you? I just came back and you’re abandoning me?!
Fine. Time for the ultimate move: Habu-souri’s patented Dogeza.13
”Um, Kohina-senpai, listen—mmph?!”
Before I could finish, Kohina-senpai threw herself at me and kissed me hard.
””WHOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAH!””
Emily and Kaede screamed at the sight.
”W-Wait, Kohina-senpai—hold on—how do you even do this kissing thing?!”
”I can’t BREATHE—I’m gonna—I’m gonna DIIIIIIIIE!!”
My strength was gone. The dizziness hit, and I slowly collapsed on the spot.
”MEDIIIIIIC!”
As I passed out, I heard Kaede blast through my hospital door at full speed, shouting for Tamamo-sensei or Maria-sensei.
Ah… this feels familiar…
I made it back.
Everyone—thank you, truly.
And…
I’M HOME!!14
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Summary:
Aqua wakes to a chaotic morning with his family, experiencing strange feelings and hearing disembodied voices. He heads to school, encountering beautiful women, and finds himself increasingly disoriented by memory gaps. Transfer student Kanon-hime arrives and is seated next to him, leaving Aqua stunned and vowing to marry her.
Aqua’s ordinary school day is interrupted by the arrival of the beautiful foreign princess Kanon. After work and a mundane evening, he witnesses Kanon being attacked by a monstrous creature and discovers a transformation belt called Heavens Sword. Shintaro and Toa arrive to support him, revealing that Aqua has forgotten a crucial promise and his true identity.
The protagonist throws himself against an invisible wall repeatedly before breaking through. After reuniting with his companions, he transforms and defeats Chijo, returning home through a light-filled passage. Upon waking in the hospital, Kohina-senpai delivers an aggressive kiss that nearly suffocates him. The author notes this chapter was completely rewritten from a planned alternate version.
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Trivia:
Aqua hears mysterious voices at least three times: “Oh… b**bs” (twice) and “Blah.”
The voices always appear when Aqua encounters a woman with large breasts or feels confused.
Aqua cannot remember his father’s face or what he does.
Aqua briefly calls Tenga-sensei “Tenga-senpai” before correcting himself, suggesting memory issues.
The world has a 1:99 female-to-male gender ratio, which is the core premise.
People are being attacked on the streets by an unknown assailant.
Toa is Aqua’s childhood friend and is described as a beautiful person who could be an idol.
Aqua’s sister Lapis seemed disappointed when he buttoned her pajamas all the way up.
Kanon-hime arrives from Britain with maids in tow.
Aqua immediately decides he will marry Kanon-hime on instinct.
Aqua works part-time at a café called Tomarigi.
Kanon is a foreign princess attending the same school as Aqua.
The monster is named Chijo.
Shintaro is Aqua’s childhood friend who pilots a grasshopper-shaped mech.
Toa is an ally who appears as a butterfly and references a past promise with Aqua.
Kobayakawa and Matsumoto are part of a hero organization that fights monsters.
Hongou is the director who delivers the transformation belt.
Aqua has forgotten something important about his past.
The belt is named Heavens Sword.
Victoria Stars Goshenite is Kanon’s older sister.
Toa fails against the invisible wall twice before succeeding on the third attempt.
Tenga-senpai calls the protagonist “Kohai” during the push sequence.
Chijo attacks Aqua while he is responding to someone else.
Kohina-senpai’s barrier protects the group from Chijo’s attack.
Kobayakawa and Director Hongou appear as support characters.
The protagonist apologizes individually to Kotono, Kaede, Emily, and Kanon.
The transformation sequence uses the “Henshin” chant with visual fragmentation.
The penlight scene shows the crowd guiding the protagonist home.
Ako-san’s fingertips touch the protagonist’s through the light.
The protagonist wakes up in a hospital bed after the light fades.
Kanon cries upon the protagonist’s awakening.
The protagonist’s chest hurts – he jokes about crashing into a meteorite.
Kohina-senpai approaches silently with her head bowed before kissing him.
Emily and Kaede react loudly to the kiss.
Kaede blasts through the door to call for medical help.
The author rewrote this chapter from scratch after a sudden inspiration.
Multiple URLs for extra stories, surveys, and wiki are provided.
A spin-off is currently paused awaiting script.
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Translation Notes:
Notes:
• Aqua – Shirogane Aqua is a world-famous idol, BERYL leader, student, and tokusatsu actor with sharp eyes and sleek hair. Wielding past-life wisdom, this legendary figure is deeply treasured by his crew for saving Shintaro and destroying a meteorite. After a space collision, he lies comatose in a medical shuttle, making him the target of a crucial worldwide rescue and awakening effort.
• Lapis – A young Shirogane sibling to Aqua and a student reminded to finish summer homework before his departure. She is also a member of the idol group Milk Dipper, where she struggles with fear but finds courage through her peers.
• Shitori – A professional associate of Aqua who provides logistical support and encouragement for his idol activities. She has helped him since the company’s founding and struggles to maintain a brave face during his departure.
• Morikawa Kaede – Morikawa Kaede, or Kaede, is a tall silver‑haired Nightmare Generation member and Church of Power Intelligence rep addressed as “Kaede-oneechan” by an unnamed crewmember. Satsuki’s mother and Emily’s acquaintance, she leads “Power” chants, participated in the Verification Team, advocates the Power Birth Method, and formerly hosted Morikawa Kaede’s Room.
• Morikawa – Momiji Morikawa is a space station evacuation survivor whose outward appearance reflects her resilient lineage, shared with her relative Kaede. Deeply rooted in family, this lively associate of Aqua is known for organizing matchmaking events and New Year celebrations while genuinely wishing for Aqua’s happiness.
• Kaede – Tall, silver-haired Kaede Morikawa is an eccentric Mary’s scholarship student, Church of Power Intelligence rep, and host of a Power Price charity auction. Momiji’s daughter, Satsuki’s mother, and Emily’s acquaintance, this freakishly strong Verification Team mentor teaches body language, advocates the Power Birth Method, is Aqua’s predecessor, and supports her team even at 12G.
• Kamonohashi – A male character who wears a wig for a specific scene in the drama, providing an unexpected comedic moment.
• Miyako – A member of Milk Dipper who supports Lapis during her moments of doubt. A support staff member for the concert.
• Subaru – A young junior in the Ai-dol industry, this Milk Dipper member spent years supporting her shut-in brother. Now, she joins her teammates in supporting Hisui and planned the joint live concert. She is determined to use her platform to connect idols globally and bring hope to others through music and gaming.
• Su – A young child who is still in the Shirogane Kingdom.
• Yui – A dedicated Sperm Extraction Officer and researcher at the National Confidentiality Bureau, she maintains a professional demeanor despite her striking G-cup figure, which draws Aqua’s gaze. Bound to him by a link-contract holding rights to his reproductive cells, she balances her work responsibilities with fierce loyalty to Aa-sama and safeguards a device entrusted to her by Emily.
• Kokona – An energetic young idol associate and caregiver who assists with the children. Vibrant and eager, she appears on screen to witness the historic launch and see Aqua off.
• Kotono – Kirika is a mature, trusted member of Aqua’s inner circle who oversees the Shirogane Kingdom and Beryl in Aqua’s absence. Known for providing nightgowns to the group, she wears a protective suit during the final meeting to guard against infection. Currently, her whereabouts are unknown to Hakuryuu.
• Kokucho – Acting Prime Minister and lead character. A focused leader with short hair and professional attire, currently orchestrating the emergency defense against the meteorite impact as the chief official coordinating the response efforts.
• Fi – A member of Milk Dipper. A support staff member for the concert.
• Tsukimachi Ayana – Tsukimachi Ayana is a kind junior/associate of Yukari, regarded as “the best” by her, and a classmate of Aqua. She often shows jealousy and flustered embarrassment over Aqua’s physical affection.
• Jou Maron – Jou Maron, also called Maron, is a charismatic figure with a sharp mind; known for a high libido yet surprisingly attentive and reliable when sober. He/she earned a nice judgment on the broadcast situation and is trusted by peers.
• Ayana – Aya Tsukimachi is a cool, charismatic Japanese top idol, Eau De Cologne’s ace leader, and a joint live concert performer. Identifiable by her short hair, school uniform, and cherished plushie, she is fiercely determined to protect others’ smiles. She acts as a kind junior to Yukari, and is Aqua’s lover, friend, rival, and classmate, often getting jealous yet flustered by Aqua’s affection.
• Maron – Jou Maron, a charismatic Eau De Cologne member, is a sharp-minded senior with a high libido. Appearing confident yet soft-spoken, she is attentive and reliable when sober, earning peer trust and a favorable broadcast judgment. She often role-plays a caregiver for Aqua, sharing openly when flustered.
• Fran – A younger girl and member of Eau De Cologne who looks up to Aqua. She is innocent yet holds a practical attitude regarding her contributions to his pleasure.
• Shintaro – Best friend and companion to Shirogane during the space mission.
• Sugita – A female teacher (Sensei) at Aqua’s school who becomes easily flustered by his boldness.
• Tenga – Rough BERYL senior and Izanagi crew member Akira (King Tenga-senpai/Kamishiro) handles sound engineering for the fourth plan. Fierce yet loyal, he once fought Aqua but became his supportive pillar during crises, proving his integrity. Deeply tied to Earth, he lives near a farm with his partner Haruka and their children, balancing fear of removal with devotion to his crew and family.
• Kanon – Internet master, fashion icon, and Verification Team member Kanon-sama is Aqua’s devoted, jealous wife, famed for her elegant appearances and celebrated marriage announcement. Hiding her emotions behind a cool exterior, this underage, chunibyo youngest sister roasts friends Ayana and Emily. Heavily sleep-deprived, she left a note for Hakuryuu-sensei before blacking out under 6G of ship gravity.
• Toa – Toa is a male Moonlight character, BERYL idol, livestreamer, and AI interface who uses broadcasts for space communication and navigation. Once an isolated shut-in, he is now a cheerful, teasing companion with a “cute-cool” aura and a wardrobe upgraded at a luxury shopping event. He shares a deep bond with his classmate Aqua, always acting as his straight man and following his lead.
• Shirogane – Shirogane Aqua (Master Aqua), charismatic BERYL idol leader and Izanagi core crew member, is defined by his striking face, sparkling eyes, and beige suit. Cool yet easy-going, his “descending god” aura shapes group ethics amid a 1:99 male-to-female world ratio. A powerful global success despite scandals over his multiple wives (like Kanon) and child Satsuki, he works to save Earth from a comet.
• Shirogane Aqua – Shirogane Aqua (Master Aqua), the cool, easy-going BERYL idol leader with a striking face and sparkling eyes, is an Izanagi crew member currently aiding space station evacuations. Married to multiple women including Kanon, the “libido monster” recently fathered Satsuki. His “descending god” aura anchors the group’s ethics amidst a tabloid scandal over his polygamy.
• Inori – A high school student and Ai-dol who aspires to bring smiles to others.
• Mary Stars Goshenite – Former Queen of Stars. Also known as ‘Library’ and one of the Twelve Bishops of Holy Aqua Faith. A genuine military commander who led from the front lines. Appears elegant with a refined smile but carries a sorrowful gaze.
• Ernie Maitrix – President of the States, currently overseeing the Houston command headquarters. Characterized by his military uniform worn for global announcements, he is a charismatic leader and direct communicator. He focuses heavily on humanity’s survival while addressing imminent space debris threats to the world.
• Habu Chiyoko – Habu Chiyoko, the Prime Minister of Japan and a former fighter pilot in camouflage fatigues, personally pilots a training jet for BERYL. As a strong-willed leader in the global alliance, she leads the fourth plan and coordinates the Meteorite destruction mission, facing the potential loss of her crew while offering the idols a chance to perform in space.
• Henrietta – A tall, silver-haired former president and presidential candidate, now a high-ranking member of the Women’s Mutual Aid Society. Mother of Kara, she is ruthless, willing to sacrifice fans to crush idols’ spirits, once tried a forced operation driven by a personal grudge, and attempted an aerial interception of the comet fragments.
• Victoria – Kanon’s older sister is a high-status leader who ties back her hair to fight on the front lines with a rifle. Recently a new mother, this authoritative figure commands respect but remains vulnerable to compliments.
• Chiyoko – Habu Chiyoko, the Prime Minister of Japan and a former fighter pilot in camouflage fatigues, personally pilots a training jet for BERYL. As a strong-willed leader in the global alliance, she leads the fourth plan and coordinates the Meteorite destruction mission, facing the potential loss of her crew while offering the idols a chance to perform in space.
• Habu – Japan’s Prime Minister and former fighter pilot Habu Chiyoko, a crucial emergency contact present during Agewa’s confrontation, carries the nation’s future aboard the Izanagi. Resolute and pragmatic, she wears camouflage fatigues to direct BERYL’s meteorite mission. Blending dark humor with humility, she maintains strong comrade relationships and taught Aqua dogeza.
• Mary – An elderly woman referred to as an Empress and Star Reader who possesses the ability to see the future.
• Atori – A poised, silver-haired executive, she is President of Beryl Entertainment, where she coordinates their space mission participation. As Shirogane Aqua’s trusted business partner and professional associate, she delivers critical logistical support for the organization.
• Hajime – A training institute member who shared barbecue memories with Aqua at Awaji Island.
• Kujaku – A male bulletin board user and training institute member often depicted sleeping. He supports Yamada online and inspired Agewa to oppose Kokucho exploitation through his idol audition efforts.
• Yamada – A male actor and bulletin board user, he displays a versatile range from comical to hot-blooded. Often seen eating lunch early, he balances a relaxed, hungry persona with a combative spirit when he joins the fight. He maintains a distinct presence that shifts easily between his grounded, everyday demeanor and his active, participatory role in conflicts.
• Akami – A popular male voice actor who has recently increased his live-action acting roles.
• Maruo – An ally of Kujaku who fights alongside him, this training institute member also shared memorable barbecue moments with Aqua.
• Ranko – Fuji Ranko, the Chairman of Fuji TV and part of the Six Former Noble Families.
• Aqua-kun – Aqua (Shirogane), or Aqua-kun, is a charismatic male idol, BERYL leader, and student with sharp eyes and sleek hair. Deeply treasured by his crew for saving Earth from crisis, he wields past-life wisdom, once saving Shintaro. After a space collision, he is currently unconscious in a comatose sleep inside a medical pod/shuttle, making him the target of a crucial rescue mission.
• Sayamu Inko – A friend/associate who worries about Yukari’s health like a nagging mother.
• Inko – Beryl, the bold, fashion-forward shut-in gamer idol of the Generation of Ruin, is known as the “Fairy Princess of the Great Electronic Sea.” Boasting a massive bust, long skirt, and braided pigtails, she also mentors others in body language. A supportive staff figure managing reserve power and rallying collective strength, she plays the “I Love You” game with Aqua and helps friends through a flu.
• Hakuryuu Aiko – Silver‑haired creator known as Ai‑sensei or Ai, also called Teacher Hakuryuu, a veteran Warrior of Light whose fictional accounts are often banned and who struggles with CAPTCHA verification; she is the series’ author who sometimes doubts her own work, yet enjoys a devoted female fanbase.
• Hakuryuu – Ai-sensei (Teacher Hakuryuu) is a silver-haired, veteran Warrior of Light, matriarch, and narrator. A reclusive writer, idol, and gentle mentor baffled by modern life, she coordinates farewells for Aqua. While she doubts her art’s transcendent worth, her banned novels inspire devoted female fans and serve as a thematic guide for the protagonist, delivering dreams and hope to everyone.
• Tsukasa – Kei Tsukasa is a teacher from a lineage renowned for creating intense, “brain-scorching” scriptwritten content. Observing the battle from afar, they maintain a detached relationship with the participants while keeping their family’s distinct identity and creative legacy intact.
• Kei – A scriptwriter known for high-impact works like Yuu-oni. Her writing is described as having the power to ‘scorch the brains’ of the audience.
• Ai – A pregnant idol associate who appears via live video feed on Emily’s tablet, caught mid-makeup application, she’s Hakuryuu-sensei—a beloved teacher and partner whose massive appetite contrasts with her polished idol persona, now aiding Aqua’s mission through remote support while balancing her pregnancy and public image.
• Moja – A producer and supporter who takes charge of live broadcasts and logistical operations. A staff member managing stage audio.
• Nobu – An associate who assists in coordinating the live broadcast and supporting idols.
• Kato Iria – A physically imposing girl, strong enough to carry Yukari one‑handed, serves as Vice Chairwoman of the Public Morals Committee, fervently follows the Church of Power, and is marked as a high‑risk individual.
• Iria – An ace of the group Fairies who arrives to assist during the climax of the performance.
• Kato – A world-class Ai-dol aiming to support the industry from the bottom up, known for her “power-type” style.
• Hongou – A film director known for offering custom filming experiences through charity auctions.
• Mayuzumi Shintaro – Mayuzumi Shintaro is a BERYL idol known for his glasses and calm demeanor. A pivotal figure in the group’s formation, he views meeting Aqua as fate and remains intensely loyal. Beyond performing, he serves as support staff managing logistics, training coordination, internal shuttle operations, and technical contingencies, blending his gentle identity with essential behind-the-scenes oversight.
• Mayuzumi – Mayuzumi Shintaro is BERYL’s calm, bespectacled male idol and a vital operative on the Izanagi’s critical mission. Pivotal to his group’s formation, he handles logistics and training coordination with intense loyalty. As a reliable anchor, he views meeting Aqua as fate and supports her growth and stability. During crises, he is a trusted contact to alert, balancing his performer and crew identity.
• Kohina – A blunt, sharp-tongued professional actress and space-faring mentor, she is oddly known for fighting stray cats in Tokyo parks. Behind her prickly, aloof facade and tough outward appearance lies an altruistic leader. Masking her deep concern for Shirogane and hidden vulnerability, she uses her wit to guide her group through their final mission, ensuring they all survive.
• Emily – Emily (Saint Emily) is the graceful, heavily pregnant Yukishiro heir, respected church official, and high-academic Verification Team junior. Known as the “Impression King” and a comedic intercom clown, she co-hosts variety shows with her husband, Shirogane Aqua, whose child she expects. An Aqua mediator, she is Kukuri’s “oneechan,” close to Hakuryuu-sensei, and secretly helps classmates.
• Mikoto-chan – A self-proclaimed genius robot with a synthetic body and a member of the Verification Team. Exhibiting human emotions after inputting bulletin board data, this advanced AI provides vital technical data, calculates telemetry, and handles monitor controls to show Momiji’s face. Capable of piloting the shuttle, she retains consciousness at 12G and serves as a reliable source of information.
• Mikoto – A self-proclaimed genius robot with a synthetic body, this advanced AI is a Verification Team member and forum figure. Developing human emotions from bulletin board data, she acts as a conduit for supporters to transmit messages to Aqua. She provides vital telemetry, controls monitors to show Momiji’s face, and reliably pilots the shuttle while retaining consciousness at 12G.
• Maria – A female American-born medical genius and Japanese citizen affiliated with the Saint Claris and Mary Foundations. Renowned for her humanitarian research, she is a doctor and cybernetics researcher who helped develop the Heaven’s Sword medical suite.
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