Volume 13 Chapter 410 Secretary, An Inescapable Fate
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
The day after BERYL’s concert. Escorted by members of Holy Aqua Faith, we entered a skyscraper in the heart of Manhattan, New York.
(Whoa… Holy Aqua Faith has already moved into prime real estate like this? Impressive…)
I leaned in close to the ear of the Chairman-whom I was making walk ahead of me as a human shield, just in case.
”Chairman, there’s no way we can beat this, even if we tried a thousand different ways.”
”Gah! You, shut up! I don’t need you to tell me that now of all times!!” the Chairman replied.
Good grief, the Chairman is as prickly as ever. If her blood pressure spikes any higher, the doctor is going to give her another earful.
”Please, take a copy,” the receptionist said.
The receptionist handed a book to both me and the Chairman. I wondered what kind of book it was.
”This is the Book of Wisdom and Desires-commonly known as the ‘Book of Eibon’¹-penned by Saint Chinposuki, the holy figure who governs wisdom… or rather, power… ahem! Who governs both enlightenment and worldly desires,” the receptionist explained.
Huh, sounds like some heavy-duty stuff. I started flipping through the pages to see what was inside.
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”Ch-Ch-Chairman! This book is insane! It’s a comprehensive guide to the male body-everything we women have been dying to know!!”
While I was practically vibrating with joy, the Chairman quietly snapped the book shut.
(Chairman? It’s okay to let your primal instincts take the wheel for a second, you know!?)
Wait, was I really the only one getting hyped up?
Feeling dejected, I closed the book and followed behind her.
”We shall take our leave here,” Saint Farmer said.
Saint Farmer, one of the top brass of Holy Aqua Faith who had guided us to the penthouse suite, bowed and departed.
”Um, well then, I guess I’ll just head out too, hehe…” I started to say, but- “Chairman? Why are you death-gripping my hand?”
”Enough. It’s time you steeled your resolve too,” the Chairman said.
The Chairman yanked my hand, dragging me along as she threw open the massive double doors.
”Welcome, both of you. Please, make yourselves at home,” Mary-sama² greeted us.
My eyes nearly popped out of my head when I saw who was waiting inside.
Mary Stars Goshenite… The former Queen of the Stars. There wasn’t a soul alive who didn’t know her.
The Chairman narrowed her eyes at Mary-sama.
”So, you’re ‘Library’?” the Chairman asked.
”Indeed, I am,” Mary-sama replied.
Mary-sama gave us a refined, elegant smile.
(Damn! Why couldn’t my boss be someone kind and competent like her?!)
”I see… The fact that you’ve revealed your identity to me means you’re already certain of your victory,” the Chairman remarked.
”Heh, not quite. It’s simply that there’s no longer any point in us squabbling amongst ourselves,” Mary-sama said.
The Chairman flinched at Mary-sama’s words.
(U-Um, Chairman? Please don’t blow your top. This is Mary-sama we’re talking about.)
Ignoring my frantic internal panicking, the Chairman’s tone sharpened.
”And what exactly does that mean? That we were never even worth your time to begin with?” the Chairman asked.
”No. Not at all. It means that, compared to what is coming, we humans don’t have the luxury of fighting each other,” Mary-sama replied.
Mary-sama picked up a remote from the desk and clicked the television on.
A large screen flickered to life, showing a podium set up on the lawn of the Presidential Mansion.
President Ernie Maitrix, dressed in full military regalia, was stepping up alongside Prime Minister Habu and various world leaders.
The Women’s Mutual Aid Society keeps a tight lid on the schedules of the world’s elite, but we hadn’t heard a peep about a global press conference at this hour.
The Chairman and I exchanged a look. It seemed even the top dog didn’t have a clue what was going on.
’Citizens of the world. Good morning, good afternoon, and good evening. I am Ernie Maitrix, President of the United States-and like you, I am just a human being. This broadcast is currently being aired simultaneously to every nation on the planet: Japan, Stars, the Far East Federation, the Arabian Peninsula, and beyond.’
This was big.
Realizing the gravity of the situation, I stared at the screen, paralyzed.
’Today, I must speak to you, our global friends, regarding the very survival of our planet. I must speak to you about the future of humanity.’
A massive monitor behind President Maitrix displayed a gargantuan, jagged mass.
(What is that? Please tell me it’s not an asteroid…)
My worst fears were confirmed instantly.
’This is a digital rendering. However, the reality is that a meteorite of this scale is currently on a direct collision course with Earth,’ the President stated.
’What?!’
’You’ve got to be kidding me…’
The reporters in the room erupted into chaos. President Maitrix raised his hands to chest level, signaling for silence.
’If this meteorite strikes, the consequences will be… well, they will be apocalyptic. But we are standing here today to ensure that doesn’t happen!’
President Maitrix shook his head with conviction and raised a clenched fist.
’We, the leaders of the world, have come together in a historic alliance. We hereby swear to commit every resource at our disposal to a mission to destroy this gargantuan threat and protect human life and this Earth! We swear it!’
’We swear it!!’
Prime Minister Habu and the other leaders shared powerful handshakes with the President. As they signed the official declaration, the press room thundered with applause.
”I see… so that’s why fighting is pointless…” the Chairman muttered.
She was right. If the world is ending, there’s no sense in humans killing each other.
One of the reporters couldn’t hold back and shouted a question.
’President Maitrix! Do you have a concrete plan to destroy it?!’
The President stepped back to the mic with a look of iron resolve.
’We do. Currently, at our launch sites in Orlando, Florida, and Area 51, Nevada, we are prepping the Space Shuttles Independence and Discovery for launch. They will rendezvous and dock with the Cooper-the new orbital station developed by SEX Corp. From there, they will be outfitted with nuclear warheads provided by Stars and the Arabian Peninsula. These warheads are being delivered into orbit by unmanned rockets from the Far East Federation as we speak. Our crews will then intercept the meteorite in deep space and execute the demolition.’
Another reporter jumped in.
’But space is a vacuum! A nuclear blast in a vacuum won’t create a shockwave-how will that destroy a meteorite?!’
’You are correct. That is why we are utilizing a plasma-induced nuclear fusion detonation. While directed plasma weaponry is still a fantasy, we have reached the practical stage for a single-use fusion charge. Our calculations show it has more than enough yields to shatter the threat.’
The room gasped in awe. Meanwhile, the Chairman turned her gaze toward Mary-sama.
”…Nuclear pulse propulsion. I recall Stars continued that research when you were Queen, even after the US abandoned it in the 50s,” the Chairman noted.
”Indeed. You haven’t lost your edge, Chairman. You’re very well-informed,” Mary-sama said.
(Mary-sama is seriously on another level…) While I was stuck in awe, the Chairman looked like she was trying to solve a puzzle she didn’t like.
”Is this the future you saw? As a Star Reader?” the Chairman asked.
Mary-sama shook her head.
”No. I’m just an old grandmother who prepares for the worst-case scenario. Yes… just an old grandmother nano,” Mary-sama replied.
She turned back to the TV.
(Why does she look so incredibly sad?)
I looked back at the screen as President Maitrix continued.
’In Houston, elite astronauts and Space Force personnel from across the globe are undergoing rigorous training. We will not be releasing the names of the crew at this time to protect their families. Please understand-these brave souls are prepared to die for us. They deserve peace and privacy for the time they have left. I’m begging you.’
The President looked haunted. One reporter asked the question everyone was thinking.
’And if… if the mission fails?’
’…Plan B is a coordinated global nuclear strike at the point of entry. It would shatter the meteorite, but the fallout and damage to Earth would be catastrophic. Because of this, we are halting all public construction to focus entirely on building underground shelters. We have about six months. We hope to secure enough space for a significant portion of the population.’
She took a deep breath.
’We will build as many as we can. But we may not have space for everyone. In that case… it will likely come down to a lottery. As leaders, we have to make the hard choices to ensure some shred of hope remains. We are fighting for everyone’s tomorrow! So please, pray for the success of this mission.’
The President made the sign of the cross and departed. Reporters screamed questions as she left.
’Ms. President! Will men be given priority for shelter placement?!’
Prime Minister Habu stopped at the podium for one last word.
’Friends of the world, please. Stay calm. Try to live your lives normally. If riots break out, we lose the personnel and time needed to build these shelters. Act with composure so that we can all survive. This is my plea as an individual-as Habu Chiyoko. Everything we do is so we can survive together!!’
She raised her fist, bowed, and left.
Everything was spinning. This felt like a nightmare. I looked at the Chairman.
”Mary Stars Goshenite… what do you want from me?” the Chairman asked.
”The total cooperation of the Women’s Mutual Aid Society. Your fleets, your air force, your ground troops-all under my command,” Mary-sama answered.
I’d heard the Stars royalty were all career soldiers, but Mary-sama was the real deal-a commander who had actually led on the front lines.
”In exchange, the Society remains intact. If you promise to never touch Shirogane Aqua, those around him, or his descendants, Holy Aqua Faith will let bygones be bygones. We’ll even help you restructure your organization. Heh,” Mary-sama added.
”…Fine. The Society is fracturing anyway; I’ve already lost contact with the rogue factions. Besides, I see no downside to those terms,” the Chairman agreed.
The Chairman took Mary-sama’s hand in a firm grip.
”Then the pact is sealed, Chairman. I look forward to working with you,” Mary-sama said.
”As do I… Your Majesty Mary… no, Library, one of the Twelve Bishops,” the Chairman said.
(Alright, time for me to make a break for it-) “Chairman? You’re grabbing my collar faster than usual.”
”You were about to bolt, weren’t you?” the Chairman growled.
”Ahaha… m-m-must be your imagination! I’d never run away from you!”
I slumped my shoulders, finally accepting that I was stuck with the Chairman for good.
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Summary:
A comedy of errors between the Secretary and the Chairman turns into a global crisis. They discover that the secret organization Holy Aqua Faith is led by former Queen Mary, who reveals a catastrophic meteorite is heading for Earth. In the face of extinction, the Women’s Mutual Aid Society and Holy Aqua Faith forge a desperate alliance to support a space mission to destroy the threat.
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Trivia:
- Mary Stars Goshenite’s title as ‘Star Reader’ suggests her knowledge of the meteorite might not be purely scientific.
- The mentioning of ‘rogue factions’ within the Women’s Mutual Aid Society hints at future internal conflicts.
- President Maitrix’s mention of Area 51 and specialized plasma tech suggests Earth is more technologically advanced in specific areas than previously shown.
- Mary’s sorrowful expression when discussing the ‘old grandmother’ persona implies a heavy secret regarding the mission’s cost
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Character Insight:
The Chairman and Mary transition from bitter organizational rivals to tenuous allies. This is evidenced by the firm handshake and the Chairman addressing Mary by her royal title, then correcting to her religious one, signifying a shift in respect and hierarchy.
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Lore And Worldbuilding Context:
The ‘reverse-chastity’ world’s political landscape is expanded, revealing that major world powers (US, Japan, Stars) are united under the threat of extinction. The existence of the ‘Twelve Bishops’ points to a religious-military shadow government structure within Holy Aqua Faith.
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TL Notes:
The pun ‘Saint Chinposuki’ (Saint Dick-lover) remains as a reflection of the world’s gender-ratio-driven culture. The term ‘Eibon’ is a literary nod used to ground the satire in established occult tropes.
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TL Notes:
Notes:
• Aqua – A male public figure or idol planning a world tour starting in the United States. Perceived as an ‘invader’ or rival by the Chairman. The central figure of the Holy Aqua Faith and the Church of Power. A student at Otomezaki Academy. Possesses the ‘legendary sword’ and the ability to turn lesbians into submissive females through physical contact. The central male figure of the Church of Power. Husband to Yukishiro Emily. Possesses a powerful scent and male pheromones that incapacitate women at close range.
• Chairman – Petite leader of the Women’s Mutual Aid Society, head of a secret committee and shadow ruler for over a millennium. She wears a corset to support a fresh back fracture, her large chest contrasting with her small frame. Prone to temper tantrums and high‑blood‑pressure spikes from salt, she harbors deep prejudice and trauma toward men from a past Drama Club incident.
• Saint Farmer – She is a senior member of the Twelve Bishops faction and leads the Purgation Squad, also serving as an executive of Holy Aqua Faith. Dressed in a sister’s habit, she appears as an exemplary adult woman, offering the narrator an escort and politely guiding guests.
• 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. Dressed in military uniform for the global announcement. A charismatic leader who emphasizes humanity’s survival.
• Habu Chiyoko – Prime Minister of Japan. Strong-willed leader participating in the global alliance.
• Shirogane Aqua – Male idol and BERYL’s central figure, known as Master Aqua or Aqu‑tan, sports a dazzling face, sparkling eyes and a beige suit on live broadcasts. Easy‑going yet cool, he’s a Berry‑Berry member, recent father of Satsuki, married to several women including Kanon, dubbed a ‘libido monster’ by Yukari. His ‘descending god’ stage aura and massive influence shape the group’s ethics and drive global gender‑dynamic shifts.
• Secretary – She serves as the Chairman’s administrative secretary and heads the Women’s Mutual Aid Society, a role passed down from mother and grandmother. A virgin, she hides her face behind a hood, clutching a bag of idol merchandise, and is a secret hardcore BERYL fan.
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Edited by Kanaa-senpai.
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