I, Who Reincarnated as the Villain in a Romance Game, Somehow Became Doted on by the Heroine. And That Heroine Turned Out to Be a Yandere Stalker - Chapter 25: The Beginning of the Cultural Festival

Chapter 25: The Beginning of the Cultural Festival

On the day of the cultural festival, as I opened the front door, I noticed the usual silhouette by the telephone pole.

“Good morning. You’re leaving fifteen minutes earlier than usual.”

“Ah, yeah… Well, I have some preparations to do.”

“That’s right. Today is the cultural festival, after all.”

It was Yuzaki Hiyono-san, the true heroine of this game. We had become quite close friends.

Although her impression differs from the original work, her kindness and charm remain unchanged.

“Come to think of it, male friendships are nice, aren’t they?”

“W-what’s gotten into you all of a sudden!?”

Gulp. Could it be that she knows about me and Tsukasa? But we didn’t do anything. We just slept together.

We woke up hugging, but that’s all there was to it. Truly, that’s all.

“Well, I just thought so honestly.”

“I-I see…”

She’s really sharp. Maybe she’s hacking into all the surveillance cameras in town or something? It wouldn’t be surprising…

But today will be a significant day for me.

For Mitsurugi Todo, this cultural festival marks a turning point in life.

Normally, I would disrupt this festival to no end. I would break signboards with Akuto-kun, hit on female students, and ruin everything.

That’s when I would become completely opposed to Tendo Tsukasa.

But that future is no longer possible. Tsukasa and I are both reincarnated individuals, and we’ve talked about everything. I feel like I had a dream at that time, but I don’t remember it.

It felt like it was something important though…

“Mitsuru-san.”

“What is it?”

At that moment, Hiyono-san called out to me. Her profile line was lovely, and it made my heart race.

“Let’s enjoy the cultural festival together until the end.”

She said with the biggest smile I’ve ever seen. It felt like she was saying, “Good job.”

“Yeah, let’s enjoy it.”

◇

The school gate was already decked out for the cultural festival. Even the entrance to Hyouin Academy felt nostalgic.

Passing through the sign that read “Glorious Cultural Festival!” we entered the classroom.

As I had been focusing on my duties as a member of the cultural festival executive committee, I wasn’t familiar with the internal arrangements. Apparently, they worked late into the night, and I was surprised by the classroom, or rather, shop-like interior.

White cloths were laid out on tables and chairs, and the blackboard read “Maid Café.” The dazzling decorations made of balloons and thick paper enhanced the festival atmosphere.

I had never participated in a cultural festival in my past life. That’s why I was so happy.

Past life… hmm. Since meeting Tsukasa, I’ve gradually been forgetting things.

“Hey, Mitsu! How do I look in my maid outfit?”

“Hehe… How about mine?”

Rinka and Mimi appeared proudly, one grandly and the other modestly, both in maid costumes. They both wore caps on their heads. Given their considerable height difference, I wondered how they managed to coordinate their costumes. But they looked good.

“Both of you look cute. Just like real maids.”

They cheered in delight. Then, Kuu popped up from the side.

“How about me!? ♡”

She twirled around, her skirt fluttering. Huh? Did I just see her bare bottom…?

“Oh, I forgot to put on my panties.”

“Kuu, twirl again.”

“Huh? Again?”

“Yeah, with more momentum.”

I only saw her bottom earlier. Could it be… Could I see it this time!?

“Um, okay. I got it. Then I’ll twirl again. ♡”

…Gulp. Just as Kuu spun around, Akuto suddenly appeared from behind, blocking my view.

“Hey, how do I look in my maid outfit? Do you think it suits me?”

“What do you mean by ‘Hey!’ You’re blocking the view!”

“Akuto! Move it! Move it!”

“Huh? Wh-why me? I didn’t do anything wrong!”

In the meantime, Hiyono-san returned, and in the end, I couldn’t see anything. Akuto, I won’t forgive you for this.

Also, Hiyono-san is also wearing a maid outfit…

“Mitsu-san, how do I look?”

I instinctively froze. My heart rate increased more than usual. Although she was wearing the same maid outfit, there was something different about her.

Her graceful posture and translucent white skin stood out even more. The words “real maid” crossed my mind.

“You look beautiful…”

“Hehehe, actually, I’m not wearing anything underneath.”

As she said that, Hiyono-san attempted to twirl, but Rinka and Kuu stopped her.

“Akuto, let me punch you.”

“Why me!? I didn’t do anything wrong!”

“Shut up, punching bag.”

◇

In the afternoon, Teacher Nanchara arrived. She was also dressed in a maid outfit.

” The cultural festival will begin soon. Please make your preparations. By the way, the proceeds from each sale will also contribute to my drinking expenses. Since it’s commission-based, make sure to provide good customer service and sales. Squeeze out as much as you can and advertise heavily. Of course, I approve of exchanging contact information.”

“Yes, ma’am!”

No, it’s not “yes”! Is that really okay!? She was quite self-centered!

At that moment, I felt a tap on my shoulder from behind. When I turned around, Tendo Tsukasa was there in a maid outfit.

“Hey, Toudou.”

“Oh, where have you been, Tsukasa?”

“I had some business to take care of. So, how do I look?”

I’m used to it by now. After all, we wore maid outfits together just the other day. It took me a while to notice.

“Hey, have you and Toudou become friends?”

“Are you being threatened? By the way, Tendo-kun looks cute in his maid outfit.”

“Toudou, die. Tendo is cute.”

The surrounding rumors are still going strong. Didn’t that last girl say something pretty intense?

As the cultural festival began, Tsukasa whispered softly.

“We’ll be able to avoid destruction after today, right? Let’s make sure everything ends safely.”

“Yeah, I’m counting on you.”

“Hehehe, hehehe, hehehe, hehehe.”

And finally, Hiyono-san, who was behind us, let out a laugh that was somehow eerie and ominous.