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The planned day draws near.
What?
Until my 'mission' is completed... I don't have the time to play with mortals like you.
I'm afraid we won't meet until everything is over.
Huh? W-Wait, what are you saying?
Then, that's it.
Ah, wait! Hold up...
What.........
What.........
What was that?
I don't get it as well.
...Well, that's expected.
Probably means 'I have something important to do so I don't have time to play.'
Kirino doesn't like knowing that her good friend can’t play with her.
Could you be thinking of something that would make people angry?
Nope, I am not thinking of anything.
You probably guessed it... I will get angry if you dare say it.
Rest assured, I don’t want any trouble.
But, this means we know Kuroneko has things to do.
What does it have to do with avoiding me?
This is what I think...
...She has a really important objective.
What do you mean by that?
Although I am not very sure, it feels like she is trying to complete it all by herself.
Hmph, why would she complete it alone? It’s clear that she can’t do anything, what is she acting all strong and unyielding for?
I see, she probably knew.
Kuroneko plans to do something on her own, although it's just a conjecture, but she probably doesn't want to bother others and hence is trying to distance herself.
*stare*
W-What...?
We would only end up quarreling if I were to talk to her...
...You should think of a plan.
I... have heard your life-counseling too, right?
That's right.
I will think of something, so leave it to me.
...Hmph.
Well then, first...
I'm counting on you, Saori!
About Kuroneko-***'s situation...
Yeah, do you have any leads?
Right... I heard she's busy working on the upcoming Summer Comiket.
And that's why there won't be any contact for the time being.
I see, working on a manuscript for Summer Comiket.
Every year, many participants lose sleep just to rush their work for this event.
Which means preparation before the actual thing.
I see.
In this case, it is a given that Kirino didn't understand, because she didn't register for it.
However, it feels like she isn't rushing to finish the manuscript judging by what you’ve stated.
So that's what you think?
However, to force people away to that extent...
I want to help if it's something really important to Kuroneko-***, but...
I'm sorry, I can't think of anything...
Could it be that you have something troublesome happening as well?
That's not it! J-Just that my family has something going on.
Is that so... then is there anything I can help with?
It's all right, Kyousuke-*** should just go help Kuroneko-***.
...Got it, leave it to me.
I'm extremely grateful, Kyousuke-***.
■ Important Objective ■ I'm extremely grateful, Kyousuke-***.
■ Important Objective ■ Judging by Saori's personality, she cares more for her friends than herself... So she must feel really bad with her friends acting weird and she can’t do anything about it.
Judging by Saori's personality, she cares more for her friends than herself... So she must feel really bad with her friends acting weird and she can’t do anything about it.
It's pretty irritating when I can't do anything while I'm being worried...
But, there's no way I can get any more information from Saori's side...
Right, Kirino mentioned something else, I might as well ask Saori about it too.
Say, about Kuroneko's important objective, do you happen to know what it is?
Eh? I don't really...
What, you too...?
...Kyousuke-***. Who suggested there was an 'important objective'?
It was Kirino that said it...
I see, I see. So that is how it is.
What's wrong? Do you have any idea?
Nope, not at all. I just noticed Kyousuke-*** really does mind this sentence.
Y-Yeah...well, kind of.
Huhuhu...
What's with her? I don’t like this laughter.
From the years of refining my brain, I can tell you that this matter should be left to you, Kyousuke-***, to handle.
Eh?
I can only do so much since I cannot partake in this.
Oh, well, I guess so...
Then remain as the Kyousuke-*** you were, and go all out with a ***!
...I'm sure Kuroneko-*** will feel happy with Kyousuke-***'s involvement.
...I don't really get what you mean.
I'll say it till here now. Let's talk about something else.
But regarding Kuroneko...
All right, all right. You'll accept it after you have listened to it.
Although it's true that I said I have stuff to do, in reality, I'll be meeting with Kuroneko-*** tomorrow.
Oh? What for?
We're going to buy materials to take part in the Comiket's doujinshi showcase.
Could we trouble you to come together with us to buy our share if we have a shortage..?
Ah-ha...
I’ve got to hand it to Saori.
If that's the case, allow me to go along with you all.
This could be a chance for me to speak with Kuroneko.
Huhuhu, that's what I thought too.
Then...
Yeah, we would love to have you. We'll meet at Akihabara tomorrow then?
Yeah! Thanks a lot!
Don't mention it, I'll create the opportunity for you two to talk, so Kyousuke-*** must take the chance...
That's good enough. I'll seize the chance you made for me.
You must do your best, Kyousuke-***, good luck!
...All right, tomorrow is the showdown!
Right, I've reached Akihabara... where are the two of them?
Oh! Isn't that Kyousuke-***!
Oh...yeah! I-It's really a coincidence, hahaha!
...Eh?
Yo.
W-Why...
Uwa...she started panicking after seeing me...
This is expected, the one she said not to be further involved with her not long ago is right here.
...Why is senpai here?
Ah, in fact...
It's such a coincidence, such a fated meeting!
Hey hey, isn't this becoming a little too obvious?
Kyousuke-***, would you join us both to buy stuff if you are free?
Ah, I'm fine, however...
That's great. Then, how about Kuroneko-***?
A coincidence...I-I guess there's no other way.
That's how it should be!
...Let's go, we don't have time to be wasting here.
Understood!
Let's go!
However, it was really unexpected that she just agreed to it so quickly.
Huhuhu, Kuroneko-*** is in fact feeling really happy.
Really? I wouldn’t think so judging from her attitude earlier.
I don't sense any dislike from her.
You need a new pair of glasses, Saori.
...Here we are.
Does this place sell materials for drawing?
How ignorant, just keep quiet and watch.
Isn't this a shop that sells electronics and games?
Using digital tools to draw, this shop sells the widest range of such products in Akihabara.
Ah, I see...
Let's go in.
Got it!
Hey, wait for me!
Oh, the shape of this tablet pen is quite unique.
It's due to the ergonomic design, it won't cause fatigue that easily when used over a long period of time.
I see, this would be useful in the battlefield.
Yes, however you must take note of the wear and tear of the pen tip, that's why you must buy the spare ones too.
...What language is she talking in?
I don’t understand this conversation at all and so...
If this goes on, I won’t be able to complete the objective of talking to Kuroneko... What should I do?
If the budget allows for it, it's best to buy a transparent drawing board too, the drawing will be smoother that way.
Hoho, I get it, I’ve got to hand it to Kuroneko-***. I pay attention to hand drawings more than digital drawings, that's why I didn't know about this at all.
I have nothing but respect for your vast knowledge, don’t you agree Kyousuke-***?
Eh!? Ah, yeah, right. It's amazing that you know so much.
...This is all merely common knowledge.
There's no such thing. It’s because you know so much about the special tools used.
Which means you use them a lot at home, right?
No, I'm just here to try it out until I'm satisfied.
I-I see.
To get the best result, it's natural to research the specifics of the tools.
I-I guess so...
...So I guess Kuroneko isn't happy?
Eh, I can't figure her out...
Well then... Although I want to continue browsing, it's about time to pay for the items.
Both of you, I'll go to the register for a bit, could you wait for a while?
I understand, I'll leave it to you.
I get it! Well then!
Saori... you're as reliable as always.
I won't waste the chance you created.
Time to take the chance and talk to Kuroneko...
Let's go.
Ah, yeah.
However, Akihabara feels really crowded today.
That's right.
Feels a little tiring while waiting for Saori, though.
That's right.
Also, it seems like Saori isn't ready yet...
That's right.
.........
I can't continue the conversation! Crap, what should I do?
...You lied, didn't you?
...Eh?
■ Important Objective ■ That's how Kirino thought of Kuroneko's odd behavior. Seems that in the eyes of Kirino, Kuroneko is harboring an objective that she would speak to no one and is planning to complete it on her own. Kirino and Kuroneko, could it be because they see the opposites, but in actual fact because of something close, they mutually understand each other?