Chapter 2:《DearScript》Begins
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—May 23rd, Monday.
The newly opened Café de Chocolat in a corner of Academy Island’s Third District was bustling with an unprecedented crowd forming a massive line since morning.
However, the real peak would naturally come after 4:00 PM, when most schools let out for the day. On this day, the STOC hotword “#TriedCaféDeChocolat” reigned unchallenged at number one, with girls who had already entered the café eagerly posting photos. By the way, the grand opening event,《Rainbow Patisserie》, was scheduled to start at 5:00 PM. Structured as a pseudo-《Duel》, it doubled as a promotional stunt for the café (or rather, that was likely the main goal), and the event would be streamed semi-real-time on islandtube.
“Hm…”
Having finished reviewing the details, I decided to bring my thoughts back to the present.
The time was 4:37 PM—I was currently in the process of completing the registration for the event and waiting in a corner of the building with the other participants. A quick glance around showed fewer than a hundred high school students who seemed to be players. Outside, hundreds of girls were lined up, but they were probably just regular customers here to enjoy the sweets.
Man, the more I look, the more it’s just girls…
I couldn’t help but mutter those words to myself. True to the image of a stylish café, over ninety percent of Café de Chocolat’s customers were female. Naturally, standing alone in such a female-dominated space made me stick out like a sore thumb—but even so, I wasn’t drawing as much attention as usual.
“—Looks like everything’s fine, Master.”
At that moment, a familiar voice—Himeji’s—came through my right earpiece. Monitoring the situation from outside the café, she continued in her usual cool tone.
“As expected of Kagaya-san. When it comes to dressing you up as an unremarkable high school boy, no one does it better.”
“Hehe, right? Only someone who’s spent a ton of time staring at Hiro-kun would recognize him like this. Aren’t I amazing… wait, is that a compliment?”
“Of course it’s a compliment. Though, I recognized Master at a glance.”
“What!? You’re throwing around sweet talk like that!? That’s harsh, Shirayuki-chan, when you’ve got me right here!”
“…”
From the earphones, I could hear a lively exchange, but well, let’s put that aside for now.
As Himeji pointed out, I was currently disguised thanks to Kagaya-san’s efforts: a pair of rimless glasses, a plain hoodie with the hood up (my bangs slightly tousled for good measure). With my hands stuffed in my pockets and a slight slouch, I was the perfect picture of a “nondescript, listless high school boy.”
The reason for all this was, of course, to fulfill a specific directive—[During《Rainbow Patisserie》, you must not let anyone outside of《DearScript》affiliates discover that you are “Shinohara Hiroto”]. It was a harsh restriction. I could’ve chosen not to participate, but that would’ve been too risky. So, here I was.
It’s a troublesome restriction… but if I fail to complete even a single directive, I’ll be eliminated from《DearScript》on the spot. In short, the Game Master’s orders are absolute.
Leaning against a wall adorned with a stylish logo, my face partially hidden by the hood, I mulled over such thoughts. For now, this disguise should suffice to meet the directive’s requirements. All that was left was to conquer the event and bring back the cheesecake.
“Talk about a sweet deal, huh? I’ve always wanted to try Café de Chocolat’s limited-edition cheesecake, but to think Hiro-kun would get it for me… drool.”
“Hmph. …Could it be, Kagaya-san, you plan to eat some too? The first bite goes to Master, the second to me. If there’s anything left after that, I might share…”
Talk about pressure…
As the two chatted cheerfully, I felt my cheek twitch slightly.
“Hm…?”
Just then, someone passed by me as I stood against the wall, only to stop abruptly. From under my hood, all I could see was a pair of knee-high socks, but for some reason, the person didn’t move. A bad feeling crept over me as I cautiously raised my gaze—and, as expected, standing before me was none other than Saionji Sarasa. Her luxurious red hair swayed, her well-shaped brows furrowed slightly, and her ruby-red eyes fixed intently on me.
“You…”
What… did she figure it out? Seriously?
“? Sarasa-san, what’s up?”
As Saionji slowly parted her lips, my heart pounded wildly. At that moment, another girl peeked out from behind her, tilting her head curiously as she spoke. Asuka Momo—a first-year from Ouka who had also participated in《Astral》. Her eyes darted between me and Saionji, her expression puzzled.
“Um, is this someone you know? We’re gonna be late if we don’t hurry with the registration…”
“Hm… yes, you’re right.”
Saionji nodded slightly at Asuka’s hesitant comment. As her ruby eyes shifted away, I let out a quiet sigh of relief—but that relief was short-lived. For some reason, Saionji flashed a dazzling smile and said:
“Sorry, Momo, could you go ahead without me? Something’s come up.”
“? Got it! But don’t be late, okay?”
“Yes, don’t worry. I’ll be fine.”
Asuka waved energetically and dashed off, while Saionji saw her off. I let out a discreet sigh under my hood. Saionji waved back at Asuka for a moment before turning to me with a sly grin and saying:
“So, how about you keep me company for a bit—Shinohara?”
To avoid drawing unnecessary attention, we decided to relocate.
Specifically, we moved to a rest area tucked away at the back of the building housing Café de Chocolat, near the escalator to the second floor. There was a vending machine, a bench, and a corner with potted plants leading to a restroom. Since the café itself had restrooms, hardly anyone came this way, making it an ideal spot for a discreet meeting.
“…So? Why the disguise, Shinohara?”
The moment we arrived, Saionji reached out and flicked my hood off, crossing her arms as she posed the question. Since some topics could be risky if overheard by Kagaya-san, I switched off my earpiece’s connection and shrugged as I responded.
“Why? It’s obviously because of the directive. If anyone outside《DearScript》figures out who I am, I’m done for in one shot.”
“I figured as much.”
Saionji smirked triumphantly. I grimaced, but since she was a《DearScript》affiliate, her discovering me didn’t violate the directive. And the chances of her outing my disguise to anyone else were next to zero.
Because,
“…You get it, right, Saionji? If you fail even one directive, you’re out of《DearScript》. And if that happens, the Unique Star contest ends right there. You’d never meet the condition of clearing two quests, so the Purple Star would be out of reach.”
“I don’t need you to tell me that. It’s the same as last time—‘they lose, but I don’t win.’ That just sends us back to square one. Like I said yesterday, it’s about time someone claimed the Purple Star.”
“Yeah, you’re not wrong. For both you and me, that star’s not something we can just let go. But it not belonging to either of us? That’s honestly the biggest waste.”
“Exactly. So—Shinohara, we may be accomplices in a sense, but let’s fight fair and square this time. I’m aiming to reclaim my title as a Single Color, and you’re chasing the true 7-Star. No hard feelings, no matter who wins. Deal?”
“Yeah, that works.”
Having reaffirmed our positions, Saionji and I exchanged a glance, both of us sporting belligerent grins. With that settled, and with the event start time approaching, the mood shifted toward returning to the waiting area—but at that moment:
“~~~♪”
Suddenly, a woman approached, humming to herself. She looked like a college student, probably here to use the vending machine, strolling leisurely with a device in hand. Neither Saionji nor I had expected anyone to show up at this moment, and for a split second, our thoughts froze. My hood was off, leaving my disguise incomplete. While our secret meeting could be excused as part of a special《Duel》—public knowledge—the directive was another matter.
“Tch…”
The instant that realization hit, I lunged forward, grabbing Saionji’s wrist and pulling her into the shadow of the potted plants. With my free hand, I covered her mouth, pressing our bodies close to stay out of sight.
“!? Mmph, mmph!”
Naturally, Saionji—suddenly enveloped in my arms—blushed to her ears and flailed her legs in a panic. But that lasted only a moment. Seeming to grasp the situation, she went limp, entrusting her weight to me.
For about a minute and a half, we stayed pressed together in silence.
“…Phew.”
Once we confirmed the woman had bought a drink and left without noticing us, Saionji and I carefully disentangled. Yet, even after separating, the warmth of her body lingered. A glance to my side revealed Saionji, breathing heavily, clutching herself. Her disheveled clothes, likely from my rough pull, gave her an almost provocative air—
“…D-don’t stare, you idiot…”
Hearing her voice, laced with embarrassment that seemed to have reached its breaking point, I hurriedly averted my gaze with all my might.
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After parting ways with Saionji, and following a brief wait, it was 5:00 PM.
“—And with that, it’s time to kick off the grand opening event of Café de Chocolat’s Academy Island Branch One,《Rainbow Patisserie》!”
In a section of the café, a staff member in the chic yet adorable café uniform—black and pink with a cute apron—held a microphone with gloved hands and made the announcement.
Though structured as a pseudo-《Duel》, the event’s setting in a café and its sweet rewards gave it a casual, friendly vibe. Looking around, over ninety percent of the participants were girls, most of whom seemed to be here with friends.
The staff member, scanning the crowd with a smile, continued.
“First, let’s go over the rules! Some of you might’ve checked the website, but listen up for a quick recap, okay?”
With a clear voice, she lightly tapped a device on a nearby table. Instantly, a large projection screen unfurled behind her, displaying the《Duel》’s name in a whimsical font.
With that backdrop, the staff member began explaining the rules.
“Event Name:《Rainbow Patisserie》—in simple terms, this pseudo-《Duel》is a special event where you can score tons of Café de Chocolat’s sweets! You paid 1,000 yen in island currency as an entry fee, but this is your chance to multiply that! Even if you don’t win much, we guarantee at least 1,500 yen’s worth, so have fun without worry!”
“The《Duel》is super simple! First, you’ll access the café’s product list on your device and pick items to form your ‘initial hand.’ Each item has two stats: ‘Flavor’ and ‘Price Tier.’ Flavors are one of three types: [Strawberry], [Matcha], or [Blueberry]. Price Tiers are [★1 (around 300 yen)], [★2 (around 600 yen)], or [★3 (around 900 yen)]. The café has way more flavors, but for simplicity, everything’s sorted into these three.”
“The three flavors follow a rock-paper-scissors dynamic: [Strawberry] beats [Matcha], [Matcha] beats [Blueberry], and [Blueberry] beats [Strawberry]. Think of it like a red-blue-green color wheel for strengths! As for Price Tiers, higher ★ numbers are stronger.”
“With that in mind, you’ll build an initial hand where the total ★ count equals 10. Mix and match Flavors and Price Tiers as you like! There’s no cap on hand size, so strategize freely.”
“Once your hand’s ready, the《Duel》begins! Challenge anyone to a rock-paper-scissors match. When a duel starts, both players pick one item from their hand and reveal it simultaneously. If the Flavors differ, the stronger one wins based on the rock-paper-scissors rule. Flavor strength trumps Price Tier, so [Strawberry ★1] beats [Matcha ★3].”
“If both pick the same Flavor, the higher Price Tier wins, meaning a ★3 item will always beat a ★1. Winning lets you steal the opponent’s chosen item! But be careful—using high-tier items recklessly can be risky. One more thing: if both players pick the exact same item—same Flavor and Price Tier—it’s a draw, and both items are forfeit. So, win to gain one card, lose or draw to lose one!”
“But wait, there’s more!《Rainbow Patisserie》has a ‘Three-Win Bonus.’ Every time your total wins hit a multiple of three, you get to pick any item from the menu! Use this to bulk up your hand.”
“The event ends automatically after 90 minutes. At that point, your entire hand becomes your earned items, exchangeable for real menu items based on Flavor and Price Tier. If things go south, you can consume one card to select the ‘Retire’ command and bow out early.”
“And one last thing!《Rainbow Patisserie》has a ‘Pair’ mechanic. Once the《Duel》starts, your device will randomly display a ‘Pair Candidate.’ You can form a Pair by meeting one condition: having the exact same number of each Flavor as your candidate. If you pull that off, you and your candidate become an official Pair!”
“It’s a tough condition, but Pairing is a game-changer. Your win counts are shared, so three combined wins earn both of you a bonus item! That doubles your bonus efficiency, giving you a huge edge.”
“Oh, and since I know some of you are eyeing it, Café de Chocolat’s legendary cheesecake isn’t on the regular menu. You’ll need ten Three-Win Bonuses—30 total wins—to unlock the ‘Limited Item List’ where it’s available. But only the first Pair to hit that mark gets it, so don’t dawdle!”
“That’s it for the rules! You’ve got ten minutes to set your initial hand and register one ability. Thanks for listening, and let’s get started!”
The staff member concluded with a cheerful bow, prompting a wave of applause from the surrounding girls. As they pulled out their devices, I muttered to myself.
Just as I thought… the rules match《DearScript》’s prophecy exactly.
I’d half-suspected the prophecy might be nonsense, but the staff member’s explanation aligned perfectly with《DearScript》’s details. Knowing the rules in advance was a boon for strategizing, but it raised questions about how. For now, though, I needed to focus on the event.《Rainbow Patisserie》was essentially “restricted rock-paper-scissors.” Using [Strawberry], [Matcha], and [Blueberry], you duel to steal items, and every three wins nets a free menu item. Keep winning, and your hand grows indefinitely.
That said, since it’s rock-paper-scissors, “winning forever” is unlikely. You’ll lose eventually, and repeated losses shrink your hand. Since your hand equals your final rewards, greed or caution will factor in. Despite the cutesy vibe, this《Duel》has a surprising psychological edge.
The key to snagging the limited cheesecake? Thirty wins.
That’s a daunting number. With a one-third win rate in rock-paper-scissors, hitting 30 wins means at least 90 duels—near impossible. You’d need a killer ability to pull it off… but.
Honestly, that’s the real issue. To get the cheesecake, I need a powerful ability. But using my usual Unique Star abilities or《Company》’s tricks would blow my cover instantly.
—Exactly.
With the directive barring me from revealing my identity, my go-to tactics—《†Jet-Black Wings†》,《Action Prediction》, cheating, or bluffing—were off-limits. I had to stay low-key while outpacing Saionji to 30 wins.
There was likely only one way to make that absurd goal work.
Pair up with a participant as strong as Saionji, focus on supporting them, and let them rack up wins for me. That’s my only shot.
Reviewing my strategy, I slipped my hands into my pockets. It was an obvious conclusion: if I couldn’t stand out, I’d let a teammate shine.
To that end, I’d already handpicked my Pair Candidate. Using STOC posts, I compiled a list of “guaranteed event attendees” and zeroed in on one. Normally, Pair Candidates are random, but I had to pull strings with《Company》to rig it. A random partner would’ve been game over.
My chosen candidate was a proven powerhouse. She dominated May’s《Astral》exchange match, and per Himeji, “she’s won solo in similar events.” If anyone could rival Saionji in this setup, it was her.
“She better show up, that Kururugi…”
“…Hm?”
As I scanned the crowd, muttering under my breath, a quizzical voice hit my ear from behind. Turning, I saw a familiar figure: long black hair in a ponytail, crisply wearing the uniform of Tsuyuri Girls’ Academy’s Sixteenth District—a second-year,《Demon God Shrine Maiden》, Kururugi Senri herself.
“Pardon. Did you just say my name?”
Crap, she heard me!?
My heart skipped at the sudden encounter, but I kept my cool, tugging my hood lower and shaking my head.
“Nah, must be your imagination. I didn’t say anything.”
“Is that so? My apologies, then—it seems I misheard.”
Kururugi’s suspicious air dissipated instantly. Her vibe was worlds apart from the《Astral》showdown, leaving me slightly thrown. She continued, her lips curving upward with delight.
“Still, it’s surprising to see a boy like you here for sweets. Café de Chocolat really is something else. I used to frequent it back on the mainland, but to think they’d open a branch on Academy Island… If you don’t mind, could you share what menu items you like?”
“Sorry to disappoint, but this is my first time at a place like this. I wouldn’t know what to like even if you asked.”
“What! My apologies for assuming. But that’s exciting in its own way—it proves Café de Chocolat’s allure! …By the way, since it’s your first visit, I recommend the pancakes. They melt on your tongue. Just thinking about that texture makes me happy…”
Kururugi pressed her cheeks, her face softening into a dreamy grin. She was the epitome of a sweets-loving girl—so much so that, knowing only her《Astral》persona, I was almost shocked. Was this really that Kururugi Senri? The team-battle rival to《The Empress》, the《Demon God Shrine Maiden》you flee from on the battlefield?
“…”
Staring silently at Kururugi, now lost in her own world, I felt a twinge of unease.
Shifting focus, I scanned the room—and nearly simultaneously, a blond guy at the far table caught my eye. Wearing Ouka’s uniform sloppily, his ears adorned with jangling piercings, he exuded menace. His oppressive aura kept everyone at bay, leaving an empty space around him.
He wasn’t familiar, but something about him rang a bell.
“…That’s Fujishiro Keiya-sama, isn’t it?”
A cool voice brushed my eardrum through the earpiece.
“The ‘confession target’ from Mano-sama’s quest. He shouldn’t know anything about the quest… but is he here just because he likes sweets?”
Listening to Himeji, I pondered quietly. Fujishiro Keiya, Ouka Academy’s shadow ace. Like me, he didn’t fit the chic café vibe, but his presence meant he was joining the event. He probably wasn’t Saionji’s ally, but he was still a formidable foe.
Tch…
Cursing inwardly at the mounting challenges, I quickly set my initial hand and registered my ability.
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—5:30 PM.
With all participants at their designated starting positions and a brief wait for adjustments, the《Duel》’s start was announced throughout the building.
Café de Chocolat occupied the first floor of a mixed commercial complex, with upper floors reserved for other tenants, all still pre-opening. The café’s owner had secured permission to use the entire building, meticulously preparing for a sprawling《Duel》.
The final participant count was 92—a hefty number. Rumors of《The Empress》’s involvement were already circulating, and the islandtube stream, delayed by five minutes, had surpassed 10,000 viewers.
“Phew…”
With the《Duel》underway, I opened my device again. The screen showed my current hand and a floorplan of the building. I was on the fourth floor’s left end, in what looked like an esthetic salon. Luckily, no other participants were nearby.
Cautiously, I tapped my earpiece.
“—Himeji, you there?”
“Yes, I hear you, Master. It seems the building has a program restricting internal and external communications, but that’s no issue for《Company》.”
“Good to know. …So, regular comms are blocked, huh?”
“Indeed. With the event streaming on islandtube, open communication would expose everyone’s positions. Thus, calls, messaging apps, and STOC are all restricted.”
I nodded slightly at Himeji’s smooth explanation. It was a reasonable measure. As long as I could reach《Company》, I was set.
“Anyway—let’s cover the essentials, Master. Moments ago, all participants’ Pair Candidates were randomly assigned. As arranged, yours is Kururugi Senri-sama.”
“Got it. Thanks.”
“Just doing my duty. …Kururugi-sama is currently one floor up, on the fifth. Her hand isn’t far off from yours, so I suggest forming the Pair now.”
“Yeah… if I can’t manage that, I’m screwed.”
Stepping into the fourth-floor corridor, I muttered under my breath.
Meeting my Pair Candidate and forming a Pair—those were likely the first goals for most《Rainbow Patisserie》players. Pairing shared win counts, doubling the speed of Three-Win Bonuses. It halved the path to 30 wins, making it essential for the cheesecake.
My plan was set from the start.
Pair with Kururugi Senri,《The Shrine Maiden of the War God》, whose battlefield mantra is “run if you see her.” She’s got more than enough potential to counter Saionji.
I mulled as I climbed the stairs. In a one-on-one《Duel》, Saionji might have the edge, but《Rainbow Patisserie》was Kururugi’s forte: multiplayer chaos. No need to win every duel—just enough to seize victory. Still…
“It was a bit surprising, wasn’t it? I thought Kururugi-sama would be more… intimidating.”
Ugh… yeah, exactly.
Himeji’s comment made me wince slightly.
Indeed, the Kururugi Senri I’d met before the《Duel》began was nothing like the one I knew. She had a hint of her trademark poise, but her gestures and expressions were those of an ordinary girl. There was none of the fierce aura capable of challenging Saionji.
Honestly, she’s my only hope…
A flicker of anxiety stirred as I muttered inwardly. By then, I’d reached the fifth floor. I passed a few participants en route, but most seemed focused on finding their Pair Candidates, so no duels arose. Guided by Himeji, I searched for Kururugi.
Or rather, I was about to—when:
“—Nobody on this floor moves.”
What!?
A sharp, guttural voice reverberated, freezing me in place. I recognized that tone—and the chilling intensity that came with it. Slowly turning toward the source, I saw a ponytail-clad girl in Tsuyuri’s uniform. Moments ago, she’d worn a girlish smile; now, wielding a bamboo sword at her hip, she glared, cowing the floor’s participants.《The Shrine Maiden of the War God》—Kururugi Senri.
“Ability《One-Shot Kill》Revised Edition—《Sweet Buster》activated. I’m now challenging all of you to a rock-paper-scissors duel!!”
What… what what what!? Sweet Buster!?
Her blade-like declaration sent a ripple of shock through me and every participant on the floor. In such a cheerful event, her hardcore aura was jarring—but challenging everyone at once? Was that even allowed?
“…It’s possible, with Kururugi-sama’s ability.”
Himeji’s voice cut through, and I pressed a hand to my earpiece. She’d already parsed the data, her cool tone unwavering.
“《Sweet Buster》ability. Likely a tailored version of《One-Shot Kill》for this《Duel》. It lets her challenge all participants in her line of sight to a duel—a one-versus-many ability. Picture a teacher facing the whole class in rock-paper-scissors.”
Got it…
Her explanation clicked, and the ability’s power sank in. Facing multiple opponents at once maximized time efficiency and minimized hand losses. You only lose the item you play, so even losing to several people costs just one card. The café likely supplies duplicates for winners, but that’s their problem. Either way, it was a beastly ability.
She’s built this thing to win… no, wait, there’s more.
Watching the scene, my thoughts raced.
In normal rock-paper-scissors, win rates stay one-third, no matter the opponent count.《Sweet Buster》wouldn’t shift that much—unless you factored in Price Tiers. Higher ★ items held more value within the same Flavor.
Now, consider: Kururugi challenges everyone right at the start. Who’d risk a high-tier item against《The Shrine Maiden of the War God》? Some might use abilities for a guaranteed win, but would they bother? It’s practically a freak accident. Playing a ★1 to minimize damage seems smarter.
If everyone thinks that way… and Kururugi plays a ★3… does that push her win rate to two-thirds in rock-paper-scissors?
As my mind reached that point, Kururugi’s《Sweet Buster》concluded its processing. Excluding me (her Pair Candidate), nine participants faced judgment. The outcome matched probability: six wins, three losses. Her hand lost one card but gained six from victories, plus two Three-Win Bonuses—netting seven new cards.
“Hmph… When it comes to sweets, I never lose.”
Kururugi released her bamboo sword and sat on a nearby bench, likely to burn off her ability’s cooldown. All abilities in《Rainbow Patisserie》had a “re-use timer,” and one that strong probably had a long one.
The participants caught in her strike stood stunned before scattering, regaining their wits.
Meanwhile, I tilted my head skyward, hands in my pockets. I hadn’t taken any hits—Pair Candidates don’t duel each other—but…
Why the hell does Kururugi have seven extra cards before we’ve even Paired!?
—Exactly.
Her lethal aura and high-spec ability were a godsend, but her timing sucked. The Pair condition required matching Flavor counts. Her one strike had thrown our hands wildly out of sync.
Scratching my head, I approached her bench.
“Uh… Kururugi, got a sec?”
“Hm? …Oh, it’s the sweets boy from earlier.”
Kururugi looked up, her sharp expression softening slightly as she spoke. She let her sleek hair sway.
“What’s up? If you want a duel, I’m game anytime.”
“Nah, not that. Can’t even if I wanted to—I’m your Pair Candidate. We can’t fight until we meet the condition.”
“Oh, really? That explains why you dodged my strike.”
She nodded, crossing her arms with a satisfied air. Sensing she wasn’t brushing me off, I took a shot.
“So, Kururugi, quick question… Could you ditch a few of the items you just won? We can’t Pair like this.”
“…Hm.”
My proposal drew a clear frown. Tracing her bamboo sword with a fingertip, she shook her ponytail and countered.
“You should’ve said that sooner. I can’t just throw away sweets.”
“I tried, but you pulled your big move first.”
“Well, I am strong. …But, a Pair, huh.”
Her tone wavered, her eyes lowering slightly.
“Honestly, I never considered teaming up with anyone but my usual crew. I tuned my ability to win solo—not just recycled, but custom-built for this《Duel》.”
“…Yeah, I know. You’re probably the only one who went that far.”
“Damn right. I love sweets. But if you’re useful, I’ll sync up. …So, kid, what’s your ability?”
“《Option Lock》—a general-use ability. Targets one player and restricts their opponent’s Flavor choices, locking out one of [Strawberry], [Matcha], or [Blueberry].”
“…Oh? You can block a Flavor. Pair that with a ★3, and it’s near-guaranteed wins. Not bad with《Sweet Buster》. Solid for chasing the cheesecake.”
Kururugi’s brow twitched with interest. After a moment’s pause, she lifted her sharp eyes and said:
“Here’s the deal. My《Sweet Buster》takes about 25 minutes to recharge. That’s our deadline. I won’t challenge anyone until then, and you work on matching our hands. If we sync up in time, we Pair. If not, waiting’s too inefficient. Sorry, kid, but I’d cut you loose. …How’s that?”
Her terms were blunt, showing me her hand as she spoke.
I let a small grin slip, nodding once.
“Fine by me. Let’s do this.”
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5:47 PM, about 15 minutes into the event.
“Currently leading—if that’s the right term—is Rina. She formed a Pair fastest and has eight wins.”
Himeji’s voice grazed my ear as I paced a third-floor restaurant—a camera blind spot, safe from islandtube.
This wasn’t supposed to be a stumbling block. Most《Rainbow Patisserie》players would prioritize Pairing, and I’d expected smooth sailing. But Kururugi was too strong, creating a bizarre scenario where she could win solo, derailing our Pair.
Still…
It’s not all bad. Her ability is hands-down the optimal play for this《Duel》. It meshes well with mine, too. If I can just Pair with her, she’ll handle the rest.
I reaffirmed my stance.《Sweet Buster》was a blunt tool, but in a game where resource management and win counts trumped individual duels, it was unmatched.
Pair with her, and we win. The question is how to make it happen.
My eyes dropped to my device. The screen showed my unchanged hand and a memo of Kururugi’s hand from earlier. Comparing them, I was short one [Strawberry], three [Matcha], and two [Blueberry]—six cards total.
How to close that gap?
“…Dueling to gain cards the normal way’s a no-go. Adding six cards without tricks means five straight wins from scratch. If I could pull that off, I wouldn’t need a Pair.”
“Indeed. Without your usual theatrics or cheating, that’s unrealistic.”
“Yeah. So, we focus on—”
Just as we began strategizing, a scream cut through.
“—Eek!?”
My head snapped up. Peering through the restaurant’s glass window, I saw Asuka Momo, the Ouka first-year from earlier, crouched in the hallway, trembling. Her voice quaked with fear.
“I-I’m sorry, please spare me! I swear I wouldn’t taste good!!”
Her words were incoherent, but the commotion was too loud to ignore. Reluctantly, I pushed open the door and stepped out.
“…Huh?”
The noise drew a reaction. A man with his back to me turned slowly. Cornering Asuka against the wall was a blond guy—Ouka’s 6-Star, Fujishiro Keiya, radiating menace from the waiting area.
“Tch… What’re you lookin’ at? This ain’t a show.”
Holy crap…!!
His gravelly voice and piercing glare sent a shiver through me. But I wasn’t the type to let fear show. Hands in pockets, I faced him from a safe distance.
Fujishiro Keiya—same year as me, but his bulk made “boy” feel wrong. Over 180 cm, with patchy blond hair mixed with black, his exposed ears glittered with piercings. He wore Ouka’s uniform, but a garish red shirt underneath masked it. He was every inch a delinquent.
“H-huh…?”
Asuka, trembling, finally noticed the shift. Her teary eyes locked onto me. My hood hid my identity, but she seemed to peg me as an ally. Skirting Fujishiro, she darted behind me.
Clutching my hoodie, she shouted:
“H-help! I really wanted Sarasa-san to save me, but you’ll do! I’ll deal!”
“…That’s a bit much, but fine. What’s got you so freaked out?”
“B-because I saw it! Fujishiro-senpai was taking tons of cards from a girl who was here… like a shakedown! Using force in a fun《Duel》is the worst! It’s scary! That’s not okay!!”
“…”
“Eek! Glaring won’t change—s-sorry, please forgive me!!”
Asuka ranted behind me, but a single glare from Fujishiro made her cower. Her erratic behavior suggested bravado masking terror, her grip on my hoodie trembling.
Not that it mattered, but…
“Yo, Fujishiro, right? Mind filling me in? I’ll bounce if you want, but a third party might smooth things out.”
Tugging my hood, I spoke lightly. Fujishiro eyed me warily, silent for a moment before shaking his head with a grunt.
“Ain’t much to tell. I just came to talk to my Pair Candidate. Bad timing—she was about to get challenged. A duel would’ve screwed things up, so I stepped in. …And now this mess. Haven’t even spoken to her.”
“…P-Pair Candidate? Me and Fujishiro-senpai?”
“That’s what I said. You not checkin’ your device?”
“S-sorry. Once I saw Sarasa-san wasn’t my candidate, I kinda lost interest… b-but! But!!”
Asuka drooped, then surged with defiance.
“Why’s it bad if I get challenged? I’ve got at least five of each Flavor, so losing’s no big deal!”
“If they don’t pull anything, sure. …That girl from earlier used《Chain Victory》—won’t end a duel until she loses. Sticky and nasty, meant to drain your hand dry. No matter how many cards you got, one slip and you’re cleaned out.”
“《Chain Victory》… but, that alone—”
“Ain’t just that. Dunno if you realize, but your face screams your every thought. Anyone half-paying attention can read your hand.”
“W-what!? Really!? I had no idea!!”
“Well, now you do. …My ears are sharp. From the floor below, I heard ‘em sayin’ they could clean you out. So I cut in. Unlike you, I can hide my tells, and I overheard their plan. Know that much, and it’s practically a lock.”
Fujishiro shook his head, ruffling his hair. His fierce eyes locked on us, then he added:
“Wanted to explain, but I ain’t good with words. My bad.”
“…Nah, it’s less your words and more… never mind.”
It was definitely his terrifying vibe, but I wasn’t dumb enough to say it.
Asuka, still behind me, peeked out cautiously.
“S-so, Fujishiro-senpai, did you… save me?”
“Wasn’t tryin’ to. …But losin’ my Pair Candidate would’ve been a pain.”
“Whoa…! A god! You’re so cool, Fujishiro-senpai!!”
Asuka flipped her attitude, sprinting to Fujishiro with starry-eyed admiration. He turned away, visibly annoyed. Crisis averted, I figured. No need to linger—
—Wait.
A thought snagged me, and I touched my lips. No benefit to sticking around? Really? Sure, teaming up wouldn’t pad my hand, but…
Think… Asuka said Fujishiro was ‘shaking down’ cards. From what I just heard, that’s likely an ability—a predatory one that over-loots from losers. And not just him—Asuka’s ability is almost pinned down. Combine them, and maybe…
“…Yo. Hey, you listenin’?”
“Huh? Oh, sorry, zoned out.”
Fujishiro’s voice snapped me back. I looked up to find his rough glare on me.
“Thanks for the hassle. Gotta roll.”
“You helped a ton, hoodie guy!!”
Fujishiro offered a surprisingly polite nod, and Asuka waved cheerfully. I tugged my hood, shaking my head with a slight grin.
“Nah, didn’t do much. …But before you go, one question—cool?”
““…?””
Fujishiro and Asuka exchanged puzzled looks as I smirked.
♯
“…Hm?”
With less than five minutes until Kururugi’s deadline, I hurried back to the fifth-floor hallway.
Kururugi, eyes closed—maybe napping or meditating—snapped alert as I approached. Her wary gaze softened.
“Back already, kid? Sticking to time’s impressive.”
“Thanks. …Still haven’t met the Pair condition, though.”
“Honesty’s a virtue, but shouldn’t you be working on that instead of chatting? My sweets talk takes at least two hours.”
“Tempting, but I’ll pass for now. I’m here for something else.”
I glanced back. Kururugi’s sharp senses likely caught them already, but two participants stood behind me: Fujishiro Keiya and Asuka Momo. Fujishiro glared at Kururugi, unmoving, while Asuka cowered behind him.
“…Who’re they?”
“Met ’em downstairs. They’re big names—you might know ’em—but that’s beside the point. …Kururugi, duel Fujishiro. Ignore your ’no du seaball (baseball) no-challenge rule.”
“A duel…? No reason to refuse in《Rainbow Patisserie》… but what about you?”
“I’m with ya, but I ain’t here to waste time.”
“Fair enough. Shall we?”
Kururugi stood, locking eyes with Fujishiro. She drew her device like a sword, holding it at face level. Fujishiro mirrored her, and the duel was set.
Abilities required a command selection, but《Sweet Buster》was on cooldown. Kururugi could only pick an item.
Fujishiro, however, was ready.
“General-use ability《Legal Seizure》activated. If I win, I take three items from you, not one.”
His voice carried equal menace as he declared it.
As I’d guessed, his ability was predatory. Normally, you snag one item per win, but《Legal Seizure》grabbed two extra. Simple but brutal, with a 12-minute cooldown—long expired, unlike《Sweet Buster》.
And then…
“And my《Number Crunch》piles on! Three’s weak, Fujishiro-senpai! We’re snatching six items!!”
“Tch. Quiet down, will ya?”
“Quiet, got it! I’ll try!!”
Asuka’s enthusiasm made Fujishiro rub his temple, but her《Number Crunch》stacked onto《Legal Seizure》, forging a monster ability that could rip six items in one blow.
I’d pegged Asuka’s ability from her hand. Despite her readable face—Fujishiro’s words—she held over 15 items, five per Flavor. That beat Kururugi’s haul. The only explanation was《Number Crunch》, which likely boosted her initial hand’s ★ count.
“Hm…”
Even with this setup, it was still rock-paper-scissors—no clear edge. Both had deep hands, setting up a high-stakes mind game… or so it seemed.
“《Option Lock》activated. …Kururugi, you can’t pick [Blueberry] in this duel.”
Stepping forward, I grinned under my hood. Kururugi’s brow furrowed.
“Me, you say? Not the blond?”
“Yup, you’re locked. No [Blueberry], so you’re stuck with [Strawberry] or [Matcha]. Your hand lacks a [Strawberry ★3]. If Fujishiro picks [Strawberry ★3], you’re toast.”
“…Hoh. I thought you were on my side.”
“I am—after this duel.”
Her aura sharpened, but I smirked wider, spilling the plan.
“With《Legal Seizure》and《Number Crunch》, Fujishiro’s win costs you six items. That’s exactly our hand gap. This evens us up, meeting the Pair condition in time.”
“What!?”
—Bingo.
I’d wrestled with adding six cards in time—impossible. But trimming Kururugi’s hand was doable. Broadcasting her hand could force losses, and abilities like Fujishiro’s sped it up.
That’s why I targeted Fujishiro and Asuka. Their abilities could erase our gap in one hit, and Asuka’s bloated hand meant they needed tons of items to Pair. A win-win… except for Kururugi.
The cheesecake needs wins, not cards, so Kururugi’s not losing much. But she’s a sweets fanatic—might ditch me in a rage…
I kept a cool grin, privately sweating as I watched her. She stayed silent, head bowed, until—
“Pfft… Hahahahahahahaha!!”
!?
Her lethal vibe vanished, replaced by booming laughter. I blinked as she nodded gleefully.
“Yes—yes, you’re right. Your hand hasn’t budged, but my loss here ensures our hands match by the deadline. Flawless.”
“Uh… you mad?”
“Why? You met my terms. I’d praise, not curse you. Besides, I thought I could solo, but《The Empress》is a beast. I need you to flip this.”
Smiling, Kururugi tapped her device, sealing her loss to Fujishiro. Six items transferred, leaving her hand identical to mine. My device pinged, confirming our Pair.
Then,《The Shrine Maiden of the War God》grinned thinly.
“Let’s roll, kid. From here, no mercy.”
♯
About 40 minutes into the event—
Until that moment, Ouka’s《The Empress》, Saionji Sarasa, had dominated《Rainbow Patisserie》. Per Himeji, she used a《Interference Null》ability, boasting a 27-0 record. No buffs, just raw skill—freakish win rate.
Here’s why: while islandtube was restricted like other comms, the comment section was visible. Despite a five-minute delay, info flooded in. Saionji parsed it in real-time, tracking hands, abilities, and locations.
It was textbook brilliance—staggering skill. She was a cut above.
But when it came to sweets, one freak outshone even her.
“Freeze. …Everyone in my sight duels me now.”
As Saionji hit 28 wins, a ponytail-clad girl stormed her floor, voice razor-sharp. Kururugi Senri,《The Shrine Maiden of the War God》, aimed her bamboo sword at over 30 participants.
It mirrored her opening gambit, but with one twist.
“Sorry to cut in.《Option Lock》activated—anyone dueling her can’t pick [Matcha]. Call it bad luck and move on.”
Beside Kururugi, I spoke smugly, hood up.
It was a lock tactic. Not every duel was a sure win—matching Kururugi’s item forced a draw, and abilities could counter us. But that was trivial. Sheer numbers crushed all.
The tally: 36 duelists. Two played [Blueberry ★3] for draws, one used《Emergency Exit》, and《The Empress》nullified my ability, playing [Matcha ★1]. Total: 32 wins, 1 loss, 2 draws. Ten Three-Win Bonuses.
And so…
“…Heh. This dominant, it’s almost refreshing.”
Saionji, at 29 wins and nearing the cheesecake, was overtaken. The first to hit 30? Me and Kururugi.
♯
“Ooooh, the legendary Café de Chocolat cheesecake…!”
—Post-《Rainbow Patisserie》.
After securing the cheesecake and enduring Kururugi’s rampage, I was beat. We trudged to the first-floor counter, where a luxe cake box awaited.
“Nihihi~ Nice work, Hiro-kun! I’m prepping tea at home!”
“No, Kagaya-san, you’d blow up the kitchen. I’ll handle the tea.”
Himeji and Kagaya bickered in my ear. The cheesecake’s hype eluded me, but it was clearly a big deal.
“Kid, kid!”
A tap on my shoulder made me turn. Kururugi beamed, clutching the cake box and her bag, her face pure joy.
“This is all thanks to you! Seriously, thank you!”
“What? Nah, you’d have won without me.”
“No way. Without your ability, my second《Sweet Buster》would’ve fallen short.《The Empress》would’ve taken it.”
“…Maybe.”
“No maybe—it’s true. You’re a lucky sweets kid.”
I grinned faintly at her insistence, watching her cradle the box. The gap between this giddy girl and the《Duel》-wrecking《Shrine Maiden》was wild, but both were her. That insight was a win in itself.
“—Congrats. Looks like you won this time, Shinohara.”
A red-haired girl descended from the second floor, her tone sour. Saionji crossed her arms, shooting me a half-glare.
“Though, you didn’t win a single duel. …Kinda unsatisfying.”
“What, excuses from the invincible《Empress》? Not your style, Saionji.”
“I’m not making excuses. I’m owning the loss.”
She huffed, turning away. My guess: her directive was [Don’t lose a single duel]. It forced caution over speed, letting Kururugi pass her. A fair outcome, all told.
“…Hold up.”
Kururugi glanced over, puzzled.
“Did I hear ‘Shinohara’? Kid, are you Shinohara Hiroto?”
“Yeah…”
Her frank gaze prompted a nod. With the event done, I ditched the hood and glasses.
“Sorry for the ruse, Kururugi. I’m Shinohara Hiroto. Had to lay low for this《Duel》with Saionji.”
“Unbelievable—I didn’t suspect a thing. …Is disguise a 7-Star must?”
“…Nah, do what works.”
Disguise was our niche, not a rule.
As we prepped to leave, another Pair descended. Fujishiro, hands in pockets, strolled coolly, with Asuka clinging behind.
She was loud.
“Sorry! So sorry! It’s my fault for being weak…!”
“Wrong. Like I said, you did fine—”
“No mercy! Comfort makes it worse!!”
“It ain’t comfort. It’s just matchups—”
“I’ll atone with my life!!!!”
“Listen.”
Asuka wailed, drawing eyes. Fujishiro sighed, unfazed. Saionji stepped forward, her red hair flaring.
“—What’s wrong, Momo? You seem upset.”
“Sarasa-san! Listen, it’s—”
“Hold it. Don’t you dare spill—”
“Quiet, Fujishiro-senpai!!”
Ignoring his growl, Asuka shoved past, facing Saionji. She spilled everything: today was Fujishiro’s sister’s birthday, so he came for the cheesecake at her request. The female-heavy crowd threw him, and he wasn’t prepped for a《Duel》, but he gave it his all.
“…Best! Best big brother ever, Fujishiro-senpai! But I was too weak, so his sister didn’t get her cake!!”
“Shut it, now.”
“Eep!”
Fujishiro grabbed her shoulder, his scowl close. His stiff moves screamed embarrassment. Even Saionji, his classmate, looked stunned.
“Huh… Didn’t peg you for that side. Not bad—maybe lean into it?”
“Mind your business,《Empress》. I don’t need to ‘lean in.’ Unlike you, the whole island fears me—even Ouka’s own.”
“Heh, really? I wouldn’t be so sure.”
“Huh…?”
Saionji teased, hinting at Mano Yuuka’s quest. Fujishiro didn’t bite, and she didn’t push, turning to me as Himeji whispered, “I’m fine either way.”
So…
“—Yo, Fujishiro.”
“What? …You’re the hoodie guy. Knew your voice was familiar, but Academy Island’s strongest in disguise? No wonder you didn’t flinch.”
“No reason to. …Quick check: Asuka’s story true, or is she spinning tales?”
“…Tch. It’s true. What, you mockin’ me too?”
“Why bother? Pissing you off gains me nothing. I’m saying—I’m giving you this.”
“—Huh?”
“Eh!? …W-what!?”
I muted my earpiece against Asuka’s shriek, thrusting the cake box forward. Fujishiro’s wary glare met a silver plate I pulled from my pocket, engraved with “Today might be never forgotten day for both of you.”
“Thing is, I wasn’t after the cheesecake—it was this plate. You know me and Saionji are deep in a big《Duel》, and this ties in.”
“…So? That’s your deal, not mine. I don’t take handouts from strangers.”
“Fair, but this ain’t charity. You helped me out there—I wouldn’t have beaten Saionji without you. I owe you this. And it’s not for you—it’s for your sister. Your tastes don’t matter.”
“…You dead serious?”
“I don’t spin dumb lies.”
I cut him off, shoving the box into his hands. Saionji’s approving smirk flickered, but I ignored it.
If he pushed back, I’d back off—but…
“…Got it. I owe ya.”
His gruff thanks settled it. Not a bad move.
Fujishiro and Asuka left, cake in tow, easing the mood. Saionji stretched, shaking off fatigue.
“Ugh, what a day. Lost the event, then you steal the spotlight… I could binge-eat.”
“Go for it. You won enough for a sweets buffet, minus the cheesecake.”
“Still a jerk, Shinohara. Think that plate makes you hot stuff…”
She pouted, arms crossed.
Then Kururugi, gawking at her box, looked up.
“…Hm? What’s that? Saionji, you after the plate too?”
“? Yeah, sorta. Wanted the cake too, but the plate’s the job. A favor, kinda…”
“Huh. Take mine, then.”
“What!? …What!?”
“No ‘what.’ I love sweets, so the cheesecake was a must, but this plate? Zero interest. Some love-luck charm, right? I’m not there yet. Didn’t expect you to need it, but I’m in.”
“W-wait. I’m thrilled, but you’ve got it wrong. It’s not for me—”
“Chill, Saionji. I won’t blab or pry. Keep it hush.”
Kururugi winked, pressing her plate into Saionji’s hands. She nodded, satisfied, then spun away with a lofty “See ya—next time, we’re enemies.”
““…””
Saionji and I stared at the plate in silence, then spoke.
“…So, Saionji. Quest-wise, how’s this count?”
“Well… my win condition’s [Get the plate and give it to the client]. The event’s outcome doesn’t matter. So, with the plate here, I win… right?”
“Yeah, figures…”
I leaned back, stunned. Kururugi giving Saionji the plate was wild.
Saionji, though, looked miffed.
“Feels hollow. I win, but I did nothing. And Kururugi totally misread me…”
“Eh, it’ll blow over. She doesn’t seem the STOC-gossip type. …I’m the one who’s pissed.”
“Maybe. …Wanna steal it back? It’s right here.”
“Tangle with《The Empress》here? I’m done for.”
I snorted, shrugging off her bait. The Unique Star quest’s first round—Mano Yuuka’s confession—ended with me (well, Kururugi) winning the event, but Saionji snagged the win condition. I wanted that point, but no dice. Time to prep for round two.
And so…
“…Good thing I’ve got tons of cards…”
To make up for the lost cheesecake, I scoured for treats to appease Himeji and Kagaya-san.
♯
Days after《Rainbow Patisserie》’s close, on a Saturday afternoon—
Saionji and I visited a Third District café to hear from our client, Mano Yuuka.
Technically, only Saionji, the quest’s target, was summoned. I, the saboteur, eavesdropped from a nearby seat. Awkward spot, but crashing their table wasn’t an option. Today was her “confession pep rally.”
“…You probably saw it at the event, right?”
Mano, across from Saionji, sipped orange juice and began.
“Fujishiro-kun’s actually super kind. He looks scary, so people avoid him, but he’s hardworking, serious, and loves his sister… Plus, his style’s not even against rules. Ouka’s ranks loosen dress codes, so you or Fujishiro could show up naked and no one’d care… right?”
“Sure. Never happening, though.”
“Haha, fair. …So, Fujishiro-kun. I went to the same middle school as him—rural mainland, probably just us. Back then, he wasn’t like this. Kinda normal, just sharp-eyed.”
“Oh? So the delinquent vibe started in high school?”
“Yup. …Guess why?”
Mano’s voice dropped. I was clueless, new to Academy Island. Saionji seemed stumped too.
“…There a reason?”
“Yeah. …Last June, I think? Some rough guys from Fifth District hung around Ouka. No direct trouble, but they loitered on routes, hassled kids… Scared the younger girls. We asked the student council to patrol, but it dragged on.”
“Hm… Rings a bell.”
“Haha, guess delinquents steer clear of you, huh?”
“Nah, I was dodging other pests…”
Saionji’s face soured—likely recalling Kugasaki’s《Guru Holy Knights》stalking her. No room for small fries.
Mano pressed on.
“Guess who stepped up? Fujishiro-kun. To scare off those guys, he went full delinquent—blond hair, piercings galore. With his glare, voice, and build, it worked like a charm. He’d patrol, and the thugs vanished. All gone.”
“Whoa… That’s huge.”
“Right? But it backfired—Fujishiro got so scary, Ouka’s girls feared him too. Kinda a wash. Still, he keeps creeps away. He’s not even a real delinquent. …It felt lonely, him so isolated. I wanted to be there.”
“…”
“So—Saionji-san, thank you! I’m pumped to confess. Even if I crash, I’ll retry!”
Mano grinned, paid via her device, and stood. She bowed to Saionji, clutching what was likely the plate, and left with a shy smile.
Saionji leaned back, looking pleased. Her red hair swayed as she glanced around, then whispered to me.
“…Hope Mano’s confession lands.”
“Yeah… sure.”
“Heh, you mean that? You fought so hard to wreck it.”
“It was the quest. Her confession’s irrelevant to the score. I’m rooting for her.”
“Hmmm?”
Saionji smirked, her ruby eyes glinting.
“…Hey, Shinohara. Mano’s gone—sit here already. Talking like this looks weirder.”
“Fine, fine.”
I stood, paid for my iced coffee, and joined her. Normally, chilling with Saionji was risky, but the Unique Star quest gave us cover. We could explain it if spotted.
Still, I didn’t want to linger—
“…Oh. Shinohara, look!《DearScript》’s latest page… The next quest’s up!”
“What?”
Saionji’s words made me grab my device. A glance confirmed a《DearScript》notification—likely the second quest.
The first quest had Mano from Ouka, with an Ouka target and confession. So, the next one’s probably Engaku’s turn…
Heart racing, I tapped the notification. Down one point, this reveal was critical.
And—just as I hoped—the quest details appeared.
[Unique Star Contest – Second Quest]
[Client: Asamiya Nanase – Target: Shinohara Hiroto]
[Request: Close the psychological distance with Enomoto Shinji as much as possible]
[Win Condition (Shinohara Hiroto): Go on a date with a specific person to show the client a “date example”]
[Win Condition (Saionji Sarasa): Prevent Shinohara Hiroto from achieving his win condition]
“—…What the hell?”
My baffled voice echoed in the quiet café.
Sweets Loving School Girl K 5/23 21:33
Today I ate the “Legendary Cheesecake” at Café de Chocolat.
…But, this was extremely difficult. I, who have turned down numerous sweets, might not even have the right words to describe this cheesecake. If I had to say one thing, it would be—I’m happy—
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Sweets Loving School Girl K Student Council President K
The moment it entered my mouth…the sweet aroma that had been locked away spread, and my appetite soared. When it comes to cheesecake, the balance between a rich feeling and a fluffy texture is usually a theme, but in Café de Chocolat’s case, that balance is nothing short of miraculous. For some reason—
Yuuka
K-san, congratulations on winning the event! After reading your report, I also really want to eat it!
Runaruna @K-san Believer
It’s too amazing… (My girl) was also quite strong, but K-san’s overwhelming victory was truly something. Hey, by the way, without mentioning the event win at all, your cheesecake report is super cool, I’m in love! I’ll support you!
Heroine of the Little Devil ♡
K-chan, that’s amazing~♡ But even so, the food you posted on Island tube when you were with K-chan… and the important announcement from your beloved older brother-like figure… DM me the details, okay~??
Sweets Loving School Girl K 5/12 15:20
Finally, finally, tomorrow is the opening day of Café de Chocolat Gakuenmae Store No. 1. I hear that the rules for the event battle will also be announced tomorrow morning, so I plan to go to bed early tonight and prepare for tomorrow. I hope that even those who aren’t participating in the event will enjoy Café de Chocolat to the fullest.
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Sweets Loving School Girl K 3/2 18:20
Good news. I heard a rumor that Café de Chocolat Gakuenmae Store No. 1 will open this May. I’m so excited I can’t sleep.
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