The Case In Which Streaming In Another World Led To The Creation Of A Massive Yandere Following - 122: Cid, A Wound of Honor (Caught up to Raws)

Chapter 122: Cid, A Wound of Honor (Caught up to Raws)

“Sorry to keep you waiting.”

“… Excuse me!”

Finally, they appeared before Kanata, who was present at the scene as Haishin. 

They were Athena, the emissary from the Principality who had offered her utmost cooperation for the current event, and Cid, who accompanied her as an attendant.

“There you are, Lady Athena.”

Rosalynde stretched out her arms as if she had been waiting, gesturing for them to come closer.

“It’s been a while. You haven’t changed a bit, Athena-sama.”

“That’s the emissary from the Principality…”

Mira and Anise had varying reactions upon seeing the two, but Kanata had no time to pay attention to that. 

The pressure of being there as Haishin was one thing, but he was also glad to see Athena and Cid up close after a long time.

(It feels like meeting friends again after a few months.)

Kanata had only been in the Principality for a few days, but it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that he had spent a rather meaningful time with Athena and Cid.

He had solved a case together with Athena to help her friend Lisa, and Cid had contributed to the development of earphones and binaural microphones. To Kanata, both were invaluable comrades.

(Now, time for me to greet them—)

Just as Kanata was about to raise his hand in greeting, Mira stopped him.

“Kanata-sama, you are Haishin-sama right now.”

“!?”

Her voice was so soft that no one else could hear, ensuring his identity as Kanata wasn’t revealed. Nonetheless, Kanata felt a jolt from Mira’s words.

It wasn’t because she had suddenly spoken to him, nor was it about the timing or reason for her words—it was entirely a matter of his own consciousness.

(That was close… I almost greeted them as usual.)

Indeed, it was because he had met the two before that Kanata almost spoke to them as himself. 

While it wouldn’t be strange to greet them as acquaintances, thanks to the delayed stream he had done in the Principality, it was still better to be cautious.

As Athena and Cid approached, shifting their gaze from Rosalynde to Kanata, he took the opportunity to speak.

“It’s been a while, both of you. I’m glad we can meet again like this.”

“What’s with that way of speaking—”

“Cid.”

“Ahun!?”

Seemingly puzzled by Kanata’s way of speaking, Cid found himself kicked in the rear by Athena.

The sudden act left many people dumbfounded, but judging by Cid’s pale face and his hand clutching his rear, it seemed her toes had dug in deep.

(Uwa… That must hurt for sure.)

Kanata could only imagine the pain given he’d never been kicked like that himself.

The others, who had been gaping until a moment ago, now seemed to empathetically guard their own rears, considering Cid’s blanched face. It couldn’t be helped.

“Ohoho, my apologies. Please don’t mind it. It’s a daily occurrence for us.”

“A daily occurrence…?”

The minister looked at Athena warily while Rosalynde laughed.

“That kick just now… It started faster than even mine. I heard Lady Athena doesn’t have combat capabilities, but you have quite the skill.”

“Oh, it’s nothing really—I’m just dedicated to protecting what needs to be protected.”

“I see.”

Kanata stepped away from the two exchanging pleasantries and walked over to the wincing Cid.

“Are you alright?”

“I’m not alright, Kan—”

Suddenly, something akin to a throwing knife stabbed into the ground. 

It was undoubtedly Mira’s doing, but due to Kanata’s and Cid’s position, the ministers couldn’t see it. In other words, this threatening knife could have just as easily ended up sticking into Cid himself.

“… Ah, I get it now!”

It was then that Cid finally understood why he had ended up in this situation. Although he seemed to feel it was unfair, he was probably happy to be reunited with Kanata like this after all.

“Could you check if I’m bleeding from my rear?”

“You’re not. Come on, get up.”

“Thanks.”

Kanata helped Cid to his feet. 

The pain seemed to have already somewhat subsided, and Kanata was relieved. He was genuinely impressed that Cid didn’t complain.

“You’re not going to complain after taking that kick?”

“Ah… Well, I did think it was a bit much, but I’m the only one who can get sent flying like that. So, I’m happy about it, actually.”

“… Really?”

“Just so there’s no misunderstanding—this isn’t usual for me. I mean, I’m really having a good time here, even if people at home are a little annoying.”

“Heh.”

Kanata carried on the lively conversation with Cid. Their friendly demeanour might have made others wonder, but everyone was focused on Athena because of the earlier scene. For a moment, Kanata wondered if this had all been part of Athena’s plan.

“Alright, let’s head to the meeting room. We have various details to iron out for the event!”

“Understood.”

Kanata braced himself as he felt the moment had finally arrived. 

He was told in advance that the Empire would fully support him to make this event a success. 

However, he also knew that not everyone was of the same mind… 

So, would Kanata be able to safely navigate through it all until the end?