I Reincarnated as The NTR Villain in a Gal Game After His Evil Deeds Were Exposed, But For Some Reason, The Heroines Keep Approaching Me~ - Chapter 50 - Results and the Vulnerable Toranomon Akemi

Chapter 50 – Results and the Vulnerable Toranomon Akemi

Early in the morning on the day of the proficiency test, I was surprised by the news when I turned on the TV in my room.

“Today, we had planned to report on the special feature of the birth of a seal baby, but we have received urgent news.”

The news that started was about the Toranomon family.

“We have received breaking news that the Toranomon family has filed for bankruptcy.”

It was Toranomon Akemi’s parents’ house, and the fact that they filed for bankruptcy meant that they are in financial difficulty and facing a shortage of funds.

My heart is not shaken in the slightest by this sudden turn of events.

This was something that was bound to happen, but it does not diminish Toranomon Akemi’s dignity.

However, only those who know the future can say that.

“What will happen to the Toranomon family in the future?! We would like to closely follow this glamorous modern family.”

Those reporting the news seem to be enjoying reporting the downfall of a distinguished family.

However, the students in the academy who saw this will likely be unable to maintain a focused mental state for taking the test.

The classroom where I would take the test was the one assigned at the entrance ceremony, and Toranomon Akemi, as the top-ranked student, was supposed to be sitting next to me.

However, the seat was empty, and even the prodigies present were gossipping about Toranomon Akemi.

“Hey, did you hear that Toranomon-san’s family has fallen?”

“That’s not true. They just filed for bankruptcy.”

“What’s the difference?”

“Study a little more.”

Even when it was time for the test, Toranomon Akemi never showed up.

“Now, we will begin the test. Everyone, please concentrate and work on it.”

At Kanja-sensei’s voice, test papers were handed out and the test began with the basic subjects.

Five basic subjects and three specialized subjects.

I have applied to take tests in all eight subjects this time.

Once everything is finished, there will be no closing ceremony and summer break will begin.

During that time, I have decided to go see my parents and visit Momo’s hometown.

However, throughout the test period, Toranomon Akemi never made an appearance even once.

With the absence of the top student, a week signaling the end of the tests has passed.

During that time, rumors at the school about the girl named Toranomon Akemi were all over the place.

Has the Toranomon family fallen?

What will happen to Toranomon Akemi?

Will the super high-class lady fall from grace?

Everyone’s attention was directed towards those rumors.

“The overall top scorer is Mitsurugi-kun. He scored full marks in all subjects. There are a few who scored full marks in individual subjects, but Mitsurugi-kun is the only one with full marks in all subjects.”

I got a perfect score in all eight subjects.

It’s not particularly surprising.

Originally, Mitsurugi Taketo’s ability was the highest rank among the characters in the gal game.

This is what happens when I seriously make full use of it.

“Ah!”

For some reason, Tatemiya was making inaudible noises, but it doesn’t matter.

Responding to Nazuna and other heroines, I prepare for the start of summer break.

The night when all the tests were over and summer break began, I happened to find Toranomon Akemi.

I thought she might have gone back to her parents’ house, but Toranomon Akemi seemed to have been holed up in her own room.

After everyone else finished their tests, it seems that Kanja-sensei supervised her taking the test personally.

For the sake of grades, her performance in this proficiency test will not be reflected in the rankings.

“Taketo-sama!”

I sometimes take a walk because I want to feel the night breeze.

It was a hot night, and I was about to buy a drink at the store and go home.

Toranomon Akemi was walking alone at school that night.

“Toranomon-san.”

“…Taketo-sama. Could you please give me just a little bit of your time?”

Seeing the worn-out expression on Toranomon Akemi’s face, I couldn’t refuse.

“Yeah, I don’t mind.”

We headed to the music room of the old school building.

It’s actually not possible to enter the new school building at night.

But Takatori-sensei had lent me the key to the music room in the old school building so I could use it anytime.

“It’s getting quite hot, isn’t it?”

Even at night, the temperature never drops below 25 degrees in July.

We were both wearing thin clothes and a lot of skin was exposed.

Since I couldn’t turn on the air conditioner, I opened the window and turned on the fan.

“It should be a bit better now.”

“Yes.”

I offered Toranomon Akemi one of the drinks I bought before I came across her.

“Want some tea?”

“Thank you.”

Toranomon Akemi is originally a beautiful Yamato Nadeshiko character with black hair and dark eyes. Every movement she makes is beautiful and elegant.

“May I ask you something, Taketo-sama?”

“What is it?”

“Did you know about it? About the danger the Toranomon family is facing.”

If it’s about knowing or not, then yes, I do know.

But my knowledge is limited to the game’s storyline, and I don’t know the actual situation.

“I don’t know the details.”

“So, Taketo-sama roughly knows about it?”

“I have a vague idea. But I haven’t asked my parents either. It’s probably the same as other students.”

“…I see. I wasn’t informed of anything. I found out about the family situation through the news, and when I contacted my home, Mother scolded me. She said that women should support their husbands and protect their homes. I was told not to be upset about such things.”

I can’t help but acknowledge her mother as a lady who adheres to the teachings of the Toranomon family.

“I also know that there are rumors in the academy about my family’s downfall. The students who used to be friendly with me have distanced themselves.”

There are probably people who flock to Toranomon Akemi just because of her family.

“It was only after losing everything that I realized my value was only in the Toranomon name. And I could understand why the Ryuoin family canceled the engagement. It wasn’t because Taketo-sama was at fault, it was a problem with my family!”

Toranomon Akemi suddenly stood up from the chair and I was surprised by the sound she made.

“Is that so? Sorry, but I didn’t know anything about that.”

“Taketo-sama, too, distanced himself from me and acted distant. It’s because I sided with Tatemiya Yuushi.”

“You sided with him?”

“No, the truth is, I thought that if Taketo-sama got insulted, I’d… There’s no point in saying it now.”

Toranomon Akemi, who had maintained a composed and resolute attitude until now, might be losing herself due to the circumstances of her family’s decline and the curious eyes of those around her.

“There’s nothing wrong with showing weakness.”

“Eh?”

“If you can show vulnerability when you’re truly struggling and in a tough spot, I think that’s genuine. I don’t understand why your friends distanced themselves from you in your time of need.”

Whether it’s to protect themselves or out of consideration for Toranomon Akemi, I don’t know.

“But, if there’s anything I can say, you’re showing your weakness in front of me right now.”

“Ah.”

“Isn’t that the answer? Whether you think you can show weakness to the other person or not, I think it comes across. It’s not just about asking the other person, it’s a mutual conversation.”

The current Toranomon Akemi is completely vulnerable.

And, unable to rely on her friends, she took her complaints to her former fiancé.

“I’m very sorry.”

“You don’t need to apologize. I don’t mind being relied upon.”

“Really?”

“Yeah.”

“Then, could you please call me by my name like you used to?”

“Huh?”

“I want Taketo-sama to call me Akemi.”

Her eyes were serious, and in her vulnerable state, I couldn’t say no.

“Okay. Akemi.”

“Thank you!”

When I called out her name, Toranomon Akemi burst into tears as if her emotions had broken loose.

I can’t understand what she’s thinking right now, but it’s clear she’s pouring out her feelings.