Returned from Another World, Earth Turned Out to Be Quite the Fantasy Too. Also, Losing Heroines, Stop Looking This Way. - Chapter 44

Chapter 44: “Isn’t it risky to be marked?” ②

“Eh? Wait, the police know about Yuto Miyahara!?”

“Ah, that’s the kind of reaction you’d have, huh? Well, let me explain step by step. Natsuki-kun didn’t possess any spiritual powers and was unrelated to psychic matters. Most people are like this. However, there are civilians who are involved with psychics, you know. It might sound a bit mundane, but think of it like they’re sponsors or something.”

“When you put it that way, it makes sense that there would be a secret department in the police, known to those in the know.”

“It’s a world one can live in without knowing, but there are various situations, like getting involved in something, becoming a victim, suddenly awakening to powers, and so on. And then, there’s a daughter of someone my father knows, of the appropriate age. She got involved with a strange guy, but he’s already been receiving a lot of affection from other girls, which is a bit odd. Maybe he has some special constitution…”

“Ah.”

It seems that the family of the psychic was also charmed by Yuto, realizing the situation.

“So, we did a little investigation. Or rather, my father has had his eye on Yuto Miyahara for a while.”

“Really?”

“Don’t take it the wrong way, but it seems there were various issues with your sister. At that time, various inquiries were made, and we even had the Institute look into it. A practitioner skilled in psychic resonance was consulted.”

“And the result?”

“No problem was found.”

“―What?”

Natsuki doubted his ears.

The moment he touched Yuto himself, he definitely felt the charm.

Yuto’s essence wasn’t charm, and while his latent abilities were aside, the powers he exhibited were weak. However, there was no denying he possessed the power to charm.

Yet, the Institute had concluded there was no issue.

(The Institute is utterly incompetent, huh.)

“Um, I can see that you’re dissatisfied just by looking at your face, Natsuki-kun, but according to the report, Yuto doesn’t possess any psychic abilities, let alone the first suspected abilities of charm or brainwashing. In fact, it seems that they’ve had some people approach him, made contact, and even went on dates, but the reports say there were no issues.”

“They went that far?”

“It seems they were thorough because it involved a high-ranking official’s daughter. However,”

“However?”

“It seems his latent abilities are high. How high they are or whether those latent abilities will awaken is unknown.”

“…But I did feel charmed by Yuto.”

At Natsuki’s words, Ginko placed a hand on her chin.

“If Natsuki-kun says so, it must be true. The investigation was two years ago, so there’s a possibility that things have changed. But, they have applied a sealing technique, you know.”

“Wait, wait, what does that mean!?”

“Exactly as it sounds. It seems they judged there were no dangerous powers like charm or brainwashing, but since there were dormant powers, they locked them to prevent awakening. However, sealing techniques are not absolute. For example, if I were to apply a sealing technique on Natsuki-kun, it would be meaningless due to the significant difference in power. According to the report, it seems a veteran did the sealing, but if Yuto Miyahara’s latent abilities are too great, there’s a possibility the seal could have been broken… or, it might not have been properly sealed in the first place.”

Ginko mentioned that the investigation and sealing were two years ago, but Yuto should have been his usual self around that time.

As usual, he was surrounded by girls and disliked by boys. There was even an incident where he charmed a senior’s crush, leading to complaints from the senior to Natsuki and eventually a fight.

For him, it was like eight years ago, so recalling the details was frustrating.

(Hmm. It’s not that the sealing technique didn’t work, or it was meaningless, but I didn’t feel such power at all. I can’t say for sure without properly investigating Yuto, but if the police and the Institute judged it as no issue, should it be left alone? No, I’d rather not deal with it if there were a problem, but, hmm, it’s troubling.)

“For better or worse, it seems there was no change before and after the investigation, which supported the judgment of no issue. Being surrounded by girls might simply be because he’s naturally attractive. Personally, I thought there’s something problematic about him as a person, but if the specialists say there’s no problem, there’s nothing I can do.”

“That’s true.”

“From what I read in the report, the first impression was apparently favorable. I don’t know if it was charm or not, but it seems he was only thought of as a nice kid. What caught my attention is that Yuto Miyahara himself is fully aware that he’s attractive to the opposite sex. Even if not all, if there are girls who show interest, he seems to try to win them over with his efforts. Diligent interactions, complimenting women, gifts, and so on, he thoroughly does whatever seems to please the other person. More than psychic abilities, it seems like he’s just a flirt.”

But then Ginko continues.

“It’s all within the scope of a middle schooler, though. It’s like a child trying hard to be cute. Even if they’re wooed, the other party was an adult, so it ends there. It seems they didn’t develop deeper feelings. Just in case, we checked if those who had contact with him were under any influence of power, but there were no issues found there either.”

“So, does that mean he might have the ability to make someone have a favorable first impression, but it only serves as a starting point, and after that, he diligently works to build his harem, is that okay?”

“Though it’s judged he has no powers, I think that’s a fair rough summary. I specialize in cutting, so I don’t really know. From what I hear, I wouldn’t want to get close, not interested, you know. I only remember because my father was looking into it. Maybe we should investigate further, just in case there’s something more?”

“If possible, yeah. Ah, but then again, I wonder if I’m that interested to go that far.”

“Ahahaha. What’s that about? But, please don’t misunderstand, there are people who, even if not through charm, have a natural ability to attract others. Whether it’s charisma, pheromones, or whatever. It’s not psychic but a matter of constitution. Whether they’re aware of it or not, there’s a limit to human capability. Indeed, there are those with the ability to charm, but it doesn’t last long. If it were a demon or a succubus from the demon race, the influence would be intense, but human capabilities aren’t that significant.”

Ginko’s point was clear.

Indeed, having experienced the charm of a succubus in another world, Natsuki could only recognize the slight charm in Yuto upon direct contact. Conversely, it means he wouldn’t have noticed it if he wasn’t careful.

“But if, by any chance… Yuto Miyahara is aware of his powers, and that’s why he has a harem, wouldn’t it basically mean the girls are also interested or fond of him?”

“That’s the point, huh?”

“If they’re girls of a certain age, they wouldn’t mind not progressing to romance but still feeling good about being treated by a handsome, mature, spending, and gentlemanly person different from their classmates. Maybe it’s just Yuto Miyahara’s efforts.”

“That might be true. He’s diligent, after all.”

“I don’t want to have any weird preconceptions, but it might be worth paying attention to where his latent abilities are heading. If there’s non-human blood mixed in from ancestors, it could result in a strong power due to atavism.”

“…I think he was at least within the realm of humans, though.”

Re-examining Yuto’s power could be an option. However, making him aware of his power could also be problematic.

“Sorry, but there are idiots out there who use their powers to kill people, so our priority is dealing with that.”

“Yes, I understand that.”

“Even without powers, there are various ways to make someone feel affection or dependence, or even brainwash them. In Natsuki-kun’s case, your family is broken, but it’s unclear whether Yuto Miyahara is entirely to blame. It’s an unpleasant thing to say, but if it wasn’t clear at the time, it won’t be clear now.”

“Yeah. I understand that, and I’m not particularly concerned about it now, anyway.”

“But, having said all that, since we don’t know the current situation with Yuto Miyahara, I’d like you to not take any action. If by any chance he starts causing real trouble… as a police officer, it’s not okay, but please just contact me.”

“Thank you!”

In the end, the situation with Yuto remains unclear.

However, there’s one thing that bothers him.

(If Yuto has charm now, or even if he doesn’t, why did Anzu suddenly say she was weirded out by Yuto? Was it because of a broken heart? But, would she be shocked by just one more girl in the harem? Or did Yuto lose interest, no, that can’t be it; he confronted me about Anzu. So, was there some trigger for Anzu? Ah, no use. I don’t understand. Kazuto seems to be having a hard time, and though I thought about looking into it, I can’t find myself interested in either Yuto or Anzu.)

After dinner, since he received a message from Kazuto saying he had a hard time regarding Anzu, he consulted with Ginko, but he’s completely clueless about what to do next.

(I have to visit the Minazuki family tomorrow, so I’ll take the chance to snitch if possible.)

“Sorry for bringing up such a weird topic.”

“No, no, not at all. I’m like your big sister, so I’m totally fine with consultations. Now that we’ve had a serious talk―how about a room check to change the mood!”

“Wait, what’s a room check!?”

“It’s like a treasure hunt game to find where you’ve hidden your erotic magazines!”

“Staaaaphhh!”

“I sensed something fun was happening, so here I am!”

“Ahh… It’s getting worse!”

As Ginko started rummaging through his room, Koume burst in, adding to the chaos.

“Whoa, you reek of alcohol! Stop, that place is off-limits, really off-limits. There lies a forbidden, world-destroying curse.”

“Oh? Natsuki-kun likes older sister types, huh? Actually, I’m pretty much an older sister myself, right?”

“…a foot fetish, is it? In fact, I have quite the beautiful legs, see?”

“Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!”

Natsuki, who had returned from another world, shed a few tears that day.

〜〜Afterword〜〜

I ended up writing a lot about Yuto-kun.

To summarize roughly, “investigated but no problem found,” “often able to harbor goodwill at first meeting,” “even if it’s due to a power, it’s not a problem,” “more about Yuto’s efforts from the opportunity given,” “there might be a difference between the situation two years ago and now,” “why did Anzu change?” “Natsuki likes older sister types and has a bit of a foot fetish.”

Next time, we’ll be visiting the Minazuki house, but before that, we’ll discover one of Yuto-kun’s secrets.

Stay tuned!