It's a Chastity-Reversed World, But It's Different From What I Imagined? - 54

Chapter 54: Little Sister’s POV: Assessment

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【Tsuki Kurose】

After walking out in the middle of that stomach-churning dinner with Mother, I once again found myself worrying about my brother’s future.

“Nii-san, you’re far too naïve. Women, no matter who they are—even a mother—are still women.”

I had already gotten my hands on the main account of an unfamiliar woman (Ran Souma) registered in my brother’s smartphone. Nii-san was always so defenseless around me. He would leave his phone on the table and go take a bath, or sleep in his room without even locking the door.

It really made me worry. If this weren’t the upper floors of a tower apartment, Nii-san’s underwear would have been stolen nonstop. Of course, I made sure to collect his laundry before washing and put his underwear to daily use myself.

“Onii, I have a little favor to ask.”

I leaned against him, using the familiar, affectionate way I always called him. Back in middle school, Onii often looked at me with a frightened expression. But these days, when I got close and clung to him, his face lit up with a goofy smile.

“Oh! What is it, what is it? You can tell me, I’m your big brother after all.”

When I thought back, I remembered—he had always called me cute, cute, over and over. Maybe in middle school he wasn’t scared of me, but rather he just didn’t know how to deal with me and was flustered. Now, my brother treated me just like the Onii of old, doting on me again.

“Mm. I want to go buy some summer clothes, so would you come with me? I want you to carry the bags.”

Sitting on the floor, I looked up at my brother sitting on the sofa and made my request. In this world, no little sister used her brother—a male—to carry her shopping bags. But! I dared to do it. Because…

“What’s this, what’s this? Tsuki’s being a spoiled one, huh. That’s totally fine. It’s a request from my cute little sister, after all.”

Because my brother was happy when I did.

“Then, how about tomorrow?”

“Tomorrow? Yeah, sure. Summer vacation’s started, so I’ve got plenty of time.”

My brother agreed without hesitation.

“Nii-san, thank you. I’ll be counting on you tomorrow.”

“Yeah, leave it to me.”

Having secured my brother’s agreement, I opened the Main app.

『Nii-san has agreed. Then, as planned, I’ll be counting on you tomorrow.』

I typed out a single message.

“With this, tomorrow’s going to be fun.”

I had made one small mistake: relying on family or childhood friends to help me protect Onii. To put it bluntly, I loved my brother. I did love him, but I tried not to let myself think of keeping him all to myself. That was only on the premise that my brother could be happy. If I could be included in that happiness, I didn’t mind.

Because if I truly wanted to monopolize him, the only option would be to lock him up in the house and rob him of freedom. And if I did that… My brother surely wouldn’t love me.

“Love never goes the way you want.”

My brother was too perfect, too handsome. There would be no shortage of women who wouldn’t leave him alone as he grew into adulthood.

“But the one who knows Nii-san best is me.”

I picked out a casually stylish outfit—mature for a middle schooler—and prepared for tomorrow. What kind of woman would appear, I couldn’t wait to find out. I would judge whether she was truly worthy of my brother.

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My brother wore a casual outfit from a certain famous chain store. I too wore casual clothes sold at the same store—matching him.

“Hm? That’s from the same shop as mine.”

“Yup. I thought it looked good when you wore it, Nii-san.”

“R-really? Hehehe.”

My brother blushed with a shy smile, happy to be complimented. It was so cute. Since I didn’t know who exactly was coming, I held hands with my brother all the way to the meeting spot.

“Nii-san, it’s crowded, so let’s hold hands.”

“O-oh. Are you sure?”

I firmly grabbed his hand and started walking. Holding hands like this also served to ward off other women. My brother was so defenseless, he could easily get picked up and whisked away.

“Eh?”

My brother suddenly looked surprised at something. At the meeting place stood a strikingly beautiful person in sporty white attire, like a model. I didn’t think I was losing to her, but she radiated a presence far beyond the common masses.

“H-hey, Yoru. Long time no see.”

The woman spoke to my brother, a little awkward, but trying to act casual.

“Ran-san! What are you doing here?”

“Oh, just something.”

Ran Souma glanced at me for a moment, then left her words vague.

“And you, Yoru? What brings you here today?”

“Me? Today I’m being dragged along as my little sister’s bag carrier.”

My brother looked like he considered letting go of my hand, but when I squeezed tightly, he gave up and let Ran-san see us holding hands.

“I see, it’s nice to see siblings so close.”

“Nii-san, who is this person?”

“This is my friend, Ran Souma-san. Ran-san, this is my little sister, Tsuki Kurose.”

“I’m Tsuki. Thank you for always looking after my brother.”

“I’m Ran Souma. Pleased to meet you.”

She was as beautiful as a model, with the presence of a celebrity. Her toned body suggested she was active in some sport.

“Well then, I’ll just—”

“Say, Nii-san, is Ran-san a model or something?”

“That’s right. You can tell, huh?”

“Mm. She’s so beautiful. Ran-san, if you don’t mind, would you join us today and help me pick out clothes?”

My unexpected proposal made my brother waver.

“H-hey now. Ran-san came here with her own plans. Don’t bother her.”

“No, it’s my day off and I was just wondering what to do. Sure, I’ll join you if you don’t mind.”

Ran-san readily accepted my offer.

“Eh, are you sure?”

My brother’s mouth curved into a grin, clearly happy to be with Ran-san. It annoyed me a little, but I would stick to the original plan.

“Then please do. I was going to rely on Nii-san to carry bags, but I wasn’t sure if he had the sense to pick out women’s clothes.”

“Hey now, that’s harsh. I can choose decent clothes at least.”

“Oh? At least decent clothes, you say? Is that a challenge to me, a professional model?”

“N-no, that’s not what I meant—”

Ran-san teased my brother playfully. Maybe it was the composure of someone older, but her attitude gave me a good impression.

“In that case, you two pick out clothes for me. I’m looking forward to it.”

I truly couldn’t wait for what was about to come.

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