Chapter 451. Takasago

The situation doesnt sound good

Shou-oneesan said when the call was over.

Shes probably talking about Minaho-neesans mental state

Minaho-neesan told us to return by night. Nee-san has given her acknowledgment.

She has a very dark and unenergetic voice.

Yeah, today is the climax after all

Tonight, Minaho-neesans revenge will conclude.

I will do Shirasaka Sousukes four daughters in front of him.

I dont know what will Minaho-neesan do to Shirasaka Sousuke after that.

I see, just ask me if theres anything I could do to help

Shou-oneesan said shes probably thinking of the worst possible situation.

If ever Minaho-neesan murders Shirasaka Sousuke.

That possibility is very high.

We have to dispose Shirasaka Sousukes corpse under the situation where the police supervise us.

I sighed.

Agnes and Ruriko remain clinging to me.

Edie returns to train in the veranda again.

She probably doesnt like the tense atmosphere in the room.

I can only say it this way but;

Shou-oneesan looks at me.

I think that revenge wont end unless you draw the line somewhere

Draw a line

On this case, Kuormori-oneesama has come to draw the plans thoroughly over the years, right? Thats why I think the general idea of the revenge can no longer be changed. If the core part isnt done, then they wont feel a sense of accomplishment, and theyll be fall into feeling that they failed to obtain a desirable result even though they did everything right

Yeah.

The general point decided beforehand has to be done cleanly. Then, draw the line and complete the revenge. Putting everything in the past

Would that turn out well?

Ruriko asks.

No, they cant do it the way they wished they could. Itll definitely have a miss. Reality is like that. But in general, if revenge is accomplished, youll get a sense of satisfaction for the time being. Rather than that, we need to focus our strength to satisfy Kuromori-oneesama. So she would give up what she loses with a smile

Shou-oneesan is trying to move for our elder sister.

Other than Kyouko-san, Shou-oneesans the next to Minaho-neesan when it comes to age.

She thinks as an adult.

Then, where should we draw the line?

Ruriko asks once again.

That is for you to feel when you meet with Kuromori-oneesama directly

You. She talks about me.

Its all up to me.

Thats my impressions for now, whether we can avoid the worst situation or not; That depends on the critical moment

Critical moment.

Thats how tormented the voice she has

Oh, its not just Kyouko-san, Margo-san is also on Minaho-neesans side.

That seriously shows a danger sign.

If Minaho-neesan kills Shirasaka Sousuke, she might kill herself as well.

Thats how much it has boiled down.

But, Kuromori-sama is the head of Kuromori house. For her to pass away and leaving Onii-sama or us

Thats right, Minaho-neesan is Kuromoris leader.

Without Nee-san, we;

Shou-oneesan stops Ruriko.

This person has become so dignified therefore its not going well

Me?

Kuromori-oneesama might feel that even without her, as long as hes in the family, itll be fine

No, Im just a high school student, a powerless man

Even if you dont, the people around you have the ability

But

You have the strength to stabilize the women of the house. The problem is if Kuromori-oneesama somehow thinks that as long as youre well, the family would manage somehow even if she becomes absent. If thats the case, then the possibility of her making extreme choices is strong

That means killing herself.

Killing Shirasaka Sousuke then herself,

Therefore, Margo-san neglected Reika, the one you cannot stabilize alone. As long as you show panic, Kuoromori-oneesama would worry

Thats why Margo-san did it on purpose.

Then, at the same time, Kuromori-oneesama didnt want you to see the unrest deep in her heart. She thinks that its very embarrassing

Embarrassing? What is?

Thats what we call the maidens heart

Maidens heart?

She wants to stay as the calm, cool, and intelligent Onee-san in front of you. I know that because Im the same

Shou-oneesan smiles.

I can understand it too

Ruriko looks at me.

I also want always to look cute and be loved by Onii-sama

She shyly hid her eyes.

Anyway, as the conclusion of the revenge comes closer, I think that various feelings will get in touch with Kuromori-oneesama and shell feel the suspense. I believe that she cannot hide the unrest in her heart when in front of you, therefore, she took distance away

Thinking about it, when we peeked into Agnes room with just the two of us, Minaho-neesans emotional that I thought it was strange.

There was an anomaly starting there.

Afterward, Minaho-neesan didnt come close to Agnes room as much as possible.

She also held back on contacting me.

Then, last night, she left the mansion and locked herself in the school.

Then, how did Margo-san and Rei-chans kidnapping plan go?

Its somewhat favorable, I guess? By tonight, the revenge will carry out as planned, and at that time, if she doesnt look at you then everythings too late

If that goes on, we in the mansion separates with Minaho-neesan in the school and spend the night;

Minaho-neesan will begin her revenge on Shirasaka Sousuke, and her mind will boil down extremely.

I have to take action whatever it is.

Thats what Margo-san decided.

No, that might be Kyouko-sans idea as she watches over Minaho-neesan.

Thats what I heard from Margo-san

Shou-oneesan learned the details of the operation from Margo-san in advance.

Then, what should we do?

I asked frankly

I dont know.

I want you to be aware, but we do not desire the ideal situation

Shou-oneesan?

We absolutely expect strange things. Abandon all naive thoughts. Well be acting so it wont reach the worst situation possible. Bear that in mind

In short, we have to think about making Minaho-neesan avoid suicide.

Give up all other things. Resolve yourself

I

I have to think about how Minaho-neesan wont kill Shirasaka Sousuke somehow.

I dont want to let Minaho-neesan carry the burden of murder.

Thats just naive.

In reality, the situation is much more grave than I imagined.

Minaho-neesans heart.

The line would be there

Ruriko sighs.

I remember Nei.

Now, Nei shows a refreshed face.

As expected, its because Cesario VIola is dead.

Because the subject of revenge has disappeared from this world, she feels very bright.

If ever, I didnt shoot Viola back then.

Kouzuki security service would catch Viola, still alive.

Will Neis heart be saved?

Perhaps, the darkness in Neis heart remains.

I guess thats the only way

Shirasaka Sousuke has to die.

Anyway, the problem at hand is about that. Please give everything below that level

Shou-oneesan said.

We mustnt let Kuormori-oneesamas plans basics collapse. Make everything run as planned, on top of that. We have to stop it from going to worse on the final stage. Thats all we can do

She stares at me.

Thats why you mustnt go easy

Oh.

So thats how it is.

I look at Agnes whos clinging to my body.

Agnes is listening to the conversation she cant understand worriedly.

Agnes

Papa?

I hug Agnes small body.

Ill never go easy on her.

I have to ravish this 12 years old half-foreign girl in front of Shirasaka Sousuke.

Minaho-neesans base plan is to have his four daughters raped in front of him.

Taking away Shirasaka Sousukes beloved daughters, rape them.

Minaho-neesan who was kidnapped away from her family, raped by Shirasaka Sousuke, turned to a prostitute, had her beloved sister go through the same hell as her, then her child was killed and so was her sister, its an endless crystal of hatred.

Shell make Shirasaka Sousuke experience what she had.

That cannot be changed.,

And.

Ive changed!

Yukino and Reika come back from the toilet.

Yukinos back on wearing our school uniform.

Its probably Margo-san who gave Shou-oneesan that change of clothes.

School uniforms are so dull that I hate it but, wearing it after a while makes me feel calm

Theres only one reason why Margo-san chose that uniform.

Thats because Yukinos going to wear that when Im going to rape her in front of her father.

Yukino scrapes her hair with her fingers.

This is Shirasaka Yukino, my classmate.

Its the usual look of Yukino.

What are you staring at!?

Yukino speaks displeasure to my face.

I must not go easy with Yukino too.

Ill never go easy on her.

Or rather, wheres the food?

I

Yukino, want me to treat you lunch? You can eat whatever you want in the menu

I resolve myself.

Huh, sure?

Yukino bites the bait.

In exchange, I have a condition

W-What?

I wont hold back.

Well have sex later once we come back at the mansion

Huh?

Its too late to say no anyway. Weve already had a lot of sex

Yukino.

Eh, you want to do it with me?

Didnt I say it already?

I wonder what I should do?

Ah, Shou-oneesan, Yukino said she doesnt need to eat lunch

I didnt say that! Geez!

Yukino snaps.

Then, Ill lend you my body

Lend?

Ill just lie down. Do what you want with my body. I wont do anything!

So she wont do anything.

Also, I wont do licking or sucking at all. I wont do anything. Y-You, lick me. Ill let you!

Thats very much like Yukino somehow.

Seriously, if you want to do it then you shouldve told me sooner. You never forgot how my body tastes, dont you?

Yukino shows a satisfied smile.

Ive ignored Yukino from yesterday until now.

Me wanting her means that her worth is recognized.

Were going to do it in the future too. If its just thirty minutes a day, then I dont mind lending my body to you. But in exchange, youll guarantee my livelihood!

What the hell s that?

Three meals a day, a place to live and clothes! Ah, of course, I wont wear anything but fashionable clothes!

Yukino. You.

Its not a bad deal, isnt it? What do you think?!!!

Yukino laughs strongly.

She seems to think that Im head over heels for her.

That Id do anything just to embrace her body

Does that mean that Shirasaka Yukinos a prostitute now?

Shou-oneesan said.

What are you talking about?!

Isnt prostitution entrusting your body to a man for clothing and shelter? Do you know that you were inviting him to prostitute yourself?

Wrong! I!

Because, Shirasaka Yukino-san doesnt love this person, right?

Yukino looks at me.

T-Thats right. I hate him!

Giving your man to a man you dont like, isnt that just prostitution?

Because he loves me, so its okay!

Then what are you, a parasite? Are you alright with anyone?

Why did it come to that?!

If youre okay with one-sided love then thats how it is!!!

Yukinos recoiling.

Anyway, this man wants me! Thats why I cant help it! I have no choice but to give out my body! I didnt do anything wrong! Its all; everything is his fault!!!

Yukino exclaims.

Thats enough already! Give me the menu! Ill decide on what I would eat!!

Here

Shou-oneesan seems to be amazed; she gave Yukino the menu.

Uhm, Yukino, let me just tell you just in case

I give Yukino warning.

Even though I havent said anything yet, its troublesome if Yukino asserts that Ill take care of Yukinos life in exchange for sex 30 minutes a day.

Im okay with just one round of sex in exchange for lunch

Yukino.

You liar

Huh?

Theres no way you could be satisfied with just one round! Youre going to cum inside me a lot of times anyway!

Err.

I know that already!

We all ate lunch at the hotel room.

The room service was western food.

Shou-oneesan took pasta, and Reika had Lasagna.

Ruriko, Agnes, and I ate hamburger steak.

Edie had beef stew.

Yukinos the only one who took pasta, hamburger steak, and stew.

She ate three peoples servings.

After eating, she made a huge burp.

I never thought that Yukino was this kind of woman when I met her back in April.

Thats passable. It lacks al dente though. Also, the hamburger steaks sauce wasnt good

Nobodys asking yet she made her critique on food.

While we drink coffee after the meal

What should we do afterward? Its still too early to go back

Shou-oneesan asks.

Minaho-neesan told us to come back by evening.

Indeed, we still have time.

Then lets go to the beach once more. I want to walk Agnes to the beach

We were just watching earlier.

This time, well walk.

Feeling the wet sand, touching the sea water.

This hotel has a private beach; Ill ask them to let us use it

Shou-oneesan makes a call with the front desk.

This seems to be a problem of security.

Rurikos here.

The people of Kouzuki security service waiting outside the room doesnt know that Jii-chan banished Ruriko from Kouzuki house.

They think that their mission now is to guard Ruriko.

Its possible that assault groups like from Kitakyushu earlier would attack.

Okay, lets go

Shou-oneesan ends the call.

The waves splash.

As expected, the sea is impressive.

Its cold desuno

Ruriko and I hold her both hands as Agnes walks along the beach.

The three of us took off our sandals and walked barefoot.

The white bubbles from the waves wash our feet.

The waves pull, and the next wave pushes.

Zazazawaaa!

Japans sea is very blue

Ruriko said.

The sea I always see has a different color

Rurikos talking about the private beach from Kouzuki house, the northern seas.

Are they green?

Yes, its emerald green. Also, the sunlight is extreme that the skys blue is also different

Ruriko answers.

Thats because the suns rays change depending on the latitude

Shou-oneesan tells us.

The suns light falls on earth, both UV light, visible light, and IR light pass through the atmosphere and some dampening. But, the thickness of the atmospheric air layers is different according to the latitude. In places closer to the equator, the sunlight falls vertically from above, so the depth it penetrates in the atmospheric layer will be the shortest. That amount is reduced accordingly by the atmosphere. On the other hand, when its close to the pole, it strays obliquely through the layer of the atmosphere, so the thickness of air it passes through becomes thicker. Therefore, it declines a lot. That is why the sunlight changes subtly depending on the altitude. Because of that, the color perceived to be beauty changes from human eyes

I see

Emerald green and bright pink shine localities are close to the Equator

Then

Edie comes and tells Ruriko something.

Whats up?

She wants to pick up shells together with Agnes-san

Shells.

She mentioned that its a souvenir for Mao-chan

Edie laughs.

Shells?

Agnes tilts her head.

Edie shows the shells in her hand.

Theres a lot of them scattered around, so she asks to look for them together

Ruriko translates.

Its beautiful desuno

Agnes says as she looks at the sparkling insides of the shells.

Yeah, theres a lot scattered around so get one for all

I tell Agnes.

Yes, desuno!

Agnes smiles.

Rei-chan too, search with them

I tell Reika whos monitoring Yukino from behind.

By the way, Yukinos lying down alone on the beach chair.

Shes ordered a tropical drink from the hotel staff.

It seems that for Yukino, thats included in the free lunch Im paying.

Go, Ill be looking after her

Shou-oneesan tells Reika.

Look after your little sisters like an Onee-chan

Yes, Onee-sama

Reika runs towards Agnes.

Agnes, Rei-chans going to search with you

Yes

Agnes holds Reikas hand.

Reika happily grips the small hand.

The two search for shells while holding hands.

Edie found a big piece of wood and digs the sand using that as a scoop.

Ho, ho, Ho!

Hmm, sometimes I wonder if Edies a dog.

Onii-sama

Ruriko sticks to me.

Whats wrong?

Nothing

Ruriko blushed.

I just think that walking on the beach with Onii-sama like this will be a good memory

Yeah, youre right

I wont forget this

Ruriko said.

Back them, I strolled around the city of London with Grandfather

Ruriko says while holding my hand.

I react to the word she said, Grandfather.

It was back when I was in kindergarten when Grandfather goes to have his clothes tailored in Saville Row. I accompanied him. On our way back, we took a walk in the city. Oh, of course, our guards, Tanizawa-san, and others were together with us

Its a story from when Ruriko was in kindergarten.

The afternoons sky was pleasantly sunny. We went to the Thames river, but fancy English gentleman was walking. Hes wearing a black tailcoat, silk hat, and a silver stick. His hand is covered with white gloves. He has a beautiful beard. That man whistled a song!

I see

I somehow thought that a person popped out of a picture book, so I stared. Then, the gentleman noticed me, winked and went away

Okay.

Then, not liking how I was fascinated by the gentleman. Grandfather was in ill-mood

Hey Jii-chan!

What, theres no way I would lose to such a whistle, he said, then he began to hum a noh chanting in the middle of London city

Noh, what?

I dont know.

Its a song performance on the side of a Noh theater, is that clear now?

Sorry, I dont know that

I see

Ruriko puts strength on her belly then sings on a low volume.

Takasago Yaa.

Kono urafune nii, hoo wo agetee.

Kono urafune nii, hoo wo agete.

Tsuki morotomouni deshio noo

Nami no awaji no shimakage yaa.

Tooku naruo no okika giite.

Haaya, sumi no enitsukini keri

Haaya, sumi no eni tsuki ni keri!

She takes a deep breath after ending the song.

Ufufu, he was singing that song so loudly in London! Silly Grandfather

Ruriko laughs.

Grandfather likes this song. Even now, when he gets drunk, he sings that well. Have you not heard this in a historical drama? Its often heard in wedding ceremonies

Oh, speaking of which, I mightve

This Takasago noh song is commonly used in wedding ceremonies. Then, Grandfather said that hed sing it at Rurikos wedding!!

Tears float in Rurikos eyes.