The elf who started the battle

"Shido, do you have time? I want to confirm something with you."

Then, Kotori's voice came from the functioning headset that had been worn on his right ear.

"Ah, what's the matter? I'm very busy now."

"Shidou, you did kiss Yoshina, right?"

"Why do you suddenly ask this question?"

Shidou's voice became sharp due to this unexpected question.

"Don't worry about it. Just answer my question. Shido did touch Yoshina's lips at that time. I'm right, right?"

"That's right"

"Ah."

"So what? Let me declare first that it was entirely an accident."

"I know. If it was intentional, I would praise you greatly."

"So, what's the problem?"

After Shidou raised the question, Kotori muttered "Hmm" before answering the question. According to the situation at that time, although Shidou had kissed the elf, you did not have the power to seal the elf at all.

Hearing this, Shidou opened his eyes wide.

Yes, even after the kiss, Yoshina can still use the power of spirits.

"Hey, Yoshina's favorability is not as high as Tohka's, so it's natural that she can't seal all her power, but I'm still a little concerned about not having any sealing power at all. Judging from the data, at that stage I can at least seal it. The power of the elves is [-]% to [-]%.”

After saying that, Kotori let out a "muwuwu" sound again.

"Is it because Yoshina has some special ability?"

"Hey, Kotori. Although Yoshina's problem is also important, but that"

Shidou said while looking at the door of Tohka's room.

Kotori may have sensed Shidou's thoughts, so she answered after a while.

"Ah, what's the situation with Tohka?"

"I've been trying to talk to her since the beginning, but she's completely ignoring me."

"I see. Judging from the numerical values, it seems that the temporary manifestation power has been sealed again through the circuit, but it is better to return her emotions to normal as soon as possible."

"What should I do to restore my mood?"

"Leave it to Hina. Numerically speaking, Tohka's favorability towards Hina is currently the highest. Tohka should listen to Hina's words."

"Tohka should still be angry now, and will Hina help?"

"Is this it?"

Hearing Shidou's question, Kotori on the other side of the headset was silent for a while, and then a muttering sound came from the headset, as if Kotori was discussing with others.

"Well, you don't have to worry about Xina's affairs. We will help you arrange it. Then you just need to cooperate with Xina."

"Oh oh, ok, ok, I understand."

"Hmm, I remember tomorrow is Saturday. By the way, you can use the excuse of buying daily necessities to avoid Tohka during the day."

"That doesn't matter. But why?"

Shidou said so.After a moment of silence on the other side of the headset, Kotori sighed, and then Reine's voice came again.

"This kind of thing would be better if the person involved is not present. This is the subtlety of a girl's heart. Please keep it in mind.

"Yes, it is."

Shido left Tohka's door silently, but he didn't notice the traces of moisture spreading on the ceiling and the moisture at the ends of his hair.

“Well that’s it”

After finishing eavesdropping, Hina took a long breath and put a soft smile on her face.

"It seems like this is another good opportunity for the lion to open his mouth."

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"That's what happened, Tohka. So I want to go shopping. Can you please accompany me?"

The next day, Saturday, May [-]th.Ten o'clock in the morning.

Just like what Kotori said yesterday, Hina extended an invitation to Tohka, and now she said this in front of Tohka's room door.

What Hina is wearing today is not the white clothes or school uniform she usually wears.

It is a kind of light casual wear, a gray and white shirt, paired with dark pants and a shopping-style dress with a shoulder bag.Paired with Hina's cute face, all in all, Hina looks very heroic at this moment.

However, Tohka was the same as yesterday, making an impatient voice from the other side of the door.

"Leave me alone"

Hearing such a rude tone, Shidou, who was standing next to Hina, sighed.

"Tohka, she's had that attitude since yesterday."

"Ah."

Hina thought for a moment and put her hand on her chin.

Shidou noticed that Hina's eyes were slightly closed, as if she was thinking about something, and then Hina took a step forward towards the door.

"ten spices."

"Didn't I tell you to leave me alone?"

"In addition to shopping, let's go out to eat. Okay?"

After Hina finished speaking, Tohka suddenly fell into silence in the room.

Then, after dozens of seconds, the door to Chi's room was opened, and Tohka poked her head out with an unhappy expression.Maybe it's because I haven't changed clothes since yesterday, and the high school uniform I'm wearing still looks wet.

By the way, Tohka also had dark circles around her eyes, probably because she stayed up all night. If she and Reine were together, they might be said to be a pair of sisters, Hina thought in her mind.

"What?"

Seeing Tohka finally open the door, Shido's eyes widened in surprise.

"Kishina, what on earth did you do?"

"Nothing is done, it's just that Tohka's hunger level continues to rise. So I think the limit is almost reached."

"I see, but why didn't she come out when I asked her to have dinner?"

"Oh, that's probably because I don't want to see you."

Glancing at Shidou next to him, Hina said such cruel words as if nothing happened.

However, this is also true.Because Tohka, who was finally willing to step out of the room, turned away as soon as she saw Shido, and then slowly walked towards Hina.

"move"

"Well, let's do it like this. It's been raining since this morning too, so don't forget to bring an umbrella."

Looking at Shido who was still stunned next to him, Hina winked at Shido while speaking.It seems to mean "leave it to me".

"Please."

Shido could only watch the two of them leave.

For the next few minutes, Shidou just stood there.