The Story About How I Was Fired From My Company and Then Picked up by a Possessive Streamer With Over 5 Million Subscribers - Chapter 148-149

Chapter 148: Watch Over Me, Both of You ~Kanna~

Facing my past allowed me to regain my memories.

However, it may have been even harder after I returned home.

When I got back, Kyoko, who had woken up, ran up to me and bombarded me with questions. I understood she acted out of concern for me, but… I think Eiji-san received a scolding that lasted hours afterward.

From my perspective, I was only grateful to Eiji-san, but it seems Kyoko didn’t feel the same way.
Well… maybe his actions were over-the-top, but I was happy. Thinking about how much he was willing to do for my sake made me feel that way.

Then, somehow, Sayaka and Rinmei sneaked into my room and hugged me. I ended up bawling like a child.

It took a lot to calm me down, but realizing that there were people who would cry for me made me understand—I’m not alone.

For precautionary reasons, I’ve been visiting the hospital for a few days now. The doctor told me my recovery was nothing short of a miracle.

Haha… I believed I might not make it myself, so I wasn’t surprised by what the doctor said.

Even so, the ordinary life I shattered is now slowly beginning to return.
I can now truly feel, from the bottom of my heart, just how precious and joyful that is.

“…I’ve kept you both waiting for so long, haven’t I?”

I touched my editing computer and game console, my trusted companions.
It had only been a few weeks, but it felt nostalgic.

“Kanna-san, are you really going to do this? You’re still not fully recovered.”

It seemed like Eiji-san was worried about me. He spoke to me as he stood beside me.
Despite his concern, which was clear in his expression… am I a bad person for feeling happy about it?

“? Kanna-san??”

“Eh? Ah, sorry. Hehe, I’m fi—”

…No, saying that here wouldn’t be fun.
Thinking that, I apologized to Eiji-san in my heart, then leaned against his shoulder playfully.

“K-Kanna-san?”

“I’m not fine. I can’t go on unless I soak up some Eiji-san energy. So please let me stay like this for a while.”

“Eh? But… the stream is about to start, isn’t it?”

“It’s fine. Why not show everyone a little flirting while we’re at it?”

“Wha… p-please stop teasing me…”

Seeing Eiji-san blush and his cheeks turn red made my heart skip a beat.
Ah, he’s so cute… No, I can’t let myself get carried away.

Honestly, I’d love to talk with him a little more, but the stream is important too.

“Sorry, Eiji-san. I teased you a bit too much. I’ll take the stream seriously now.”

“…Fine, but please don’t overdo it.”

“But today, you’re joining me for the stream, aren’t you… YUSUKE?”

Realizing my shift in focus, Eiji-san smiled wryly and sat beside me.

“Yes. I’ll join you today, KANNA.”

“…Hehe, thank you!”

Dear Father and Mother,

How are you? If there’s truly a place like the afterlife, I’m sure you’re watching over me from under the sky.

You might be worried. Perhaps there are challenges ahead, but… I’m okay now.

Because I have people who support me. People who live alongside me.

So… watch over me, okay? One day, I’ll come to you and share my stories of happiness.

“…Do your best.”

“Huh!?”

I heard a voice from behind me. But when I turned around, no one was there… and I couldn’t help but smile. Oh, really… You were standing behind me again, weren’t you? You don’t have to worry so much; I’m fine now.

“Kanna? What’s wrong?”

“…It’s nothing. So, Yusuke! What should we do today? Playing a new release sounds fun, doesn’t it?”

“Yeah… but we should start the stream first.”

“Oh, right… Okay!”

I turned to the streaming setup and started the broadcast.

“Everyone! Sorry to keep you waiting! It’s time for the long-awaited KANNA stream!!”

My life might be more turbulent than most.

Even so, I’ll keep walking forward, cherishing the happiness I’ve found—with Sayaka, Rinmei, and Eiji-san by my side.

That’s who I am: Miyamoto Kanna, a gaming streamer named KANNA.

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Chapter 149: Dumbass Eiji

After being invited by Kanna-san to live in this house, it felt like so many things had happened.

Through various streams and everyday life, Kanna-san, Sayaka, and Rinmei seemed to have grown.

They made friends, clarified the paths they wanted to take, and faced their pasts.

It felt like the burdens they carried in their hearts had been lifted. Their streams became more polished, Sayaka and Rinmei’s subscriber counts exceeded millions, and Kanna-san’s reputation spread not only domestically but internationally as well.

I think that’s amazing, and I truly respect her.

So, what are they up to now, you ask…?

“…Eiji-san?”

For some reason, they were glaring at me with resentful eyes.

Meanwhile, I was forced to sit formally on my knees, and honestly, I had no idea why it had come to this.

“Um, Kyoko-san? Why are the three of them mad at me?”

“You haven’t done anything wrong. If I had to say, it’s because of their feelings for you.”

“E-Excuse me…?”

Kyoko-san, sitting on a chair and elegantly sipping coffee, casually answered.

After Kanna-san’s issue was resolved, Kyoko-san started living with us after helping find the girls’ parents.

At first, she was against it, but after being persuaded by the three of them, she finally agreed to move in.

Lately, though, I’ve been doing housework with her occasionally, massaging her shoulders, and even her back sometimes…

“Don’t worry about me. Focus on the three of them for now.”

Glancing at Kyoko-san’s amused smirk, Sayaka showed me a photo and spoke up.

“Eiji-san, what is this?”

“Huh? Why are Karen-san and Sakurin-san in the photo?”

If my memory is correct, this was from when they asked me for streaming advice.

“We got it after questioning Ren and Miguel. You seem really close.”

“…Are you mad?”

“Yes, very. I’m fuming.”

Her voice didn’t sound angry, though. Or maybe it’s precisely because it didn’t that I could tell she was mad.

I mean, sure, I do recall Sakurin-san acting oddly affectionate, sharing complaints she’d normally never voice, or talking about private matters—something unthinkable for her before.

Karen-san, as usual, was just making snide remarks.

“I’m happy you get along well with them, but there are limits, you know… Otherwise, I might lose my mind from jealousy.”

“O-Oh…”

Her dark, piercing gaze felt chilling. Next, I turned to Rinmei.

“…Rinmei, why are you upset?”

“Lately, you and Haruka have been close.”

“H-Haruka this time?”

“You talk a lot. Even on work breaks, Haruka was always bringing you up. She’s acting differently.”

…What am I being accused of now? Sure, our relationship improved, but did I mess up again?

“Be aware, Eiji.”

“Huh?”

“Eiji, you clueless dumbass. You’re surrounded by women. Don’t forget that.”

Rinmei’s statement earned nods of agreement from the others.

Clueless, huh? Even Souji and Manaka say that, but what am I supposed to be careful about?

“They’re really piling it on. It’s kind of funny,” Kyoko said, laughing.

“You’re not one to talk, Kyoko,” Kanna-san countered.

“…Huh? Why am I next?”

Kanna-san’s smile was terrifying. Even Kyoko-san seemed to pick up on it, her grin vanishing as her face turned slightly pale.

“You’ve been getting along with Eiji-san lately, haven’t you? Sure, you do housework together often, but is it really necessary to have him massage you?”

“W-Well, I can’t help it! Yusuke’s massages feel amazing!”

“That’s not all. While I’d lost my memory, I hear you pretended to be his wife as part of some act. Care to explain?”

“T-That was for your sake! Besides, why am I being scolded now?! Take responsibility, Yusuke!!”

“Don’t drag me into this…”

I don’t even understand what’s going on myself…

“So anyway, with Eiji-san turning into a dumbass lately…”

Sayaka trailed off and pulled something out. I saw five sticks in her hand.

“…Let’s play the King’s Game.”

“K-King’s Game?”

For some reason, a cold sweat ran down my entire body.