Tokyo: Oreimo

Immediately, Ruri Aragaki noticed that the other person's gaze had shifted to the gal packaging box she was holding in her hand.

Chapter 137 A Masterpiece

"Living in Seclusion" is a masterpiece in a certain sense.

Regardless, having produced two visual novels, Ryosuke has a certain understanding of the market; this genre is very popular among a specific group of people.

It's very similar to a work I remember.

It's about the relationship between a brother and sister.

Ling Nai's best friend seems to have gone astray.

Ryosuke still remembers when he first met her; his impression of her was that of a youthful and sunny model.

"Is it because you care too much about Ling Nai that you've started trying out more provocative works?"

"Didn't you say you couldn't stand it? Last time you came to visit, you were clearly in a panic."

Thinking about what had happened before, Ryosuke felt a dull ache in his back.

He will remember the experience of falling down the stairs for the rest of his life.

There are also blue and white stripes.

"Only a few months have passed, but the changes are too great."

"Is Aragaki fantasizing that Ryou is his younger sister?"

He knew the other party's little scheme better than anyone else, having confirmed it with the other party whether he was acting as the 'elder brother' or the 'Shigsawa Keiichi'.

Ruri Aragaki, a beautiful girl with an exceptionally striking appearance and figure, has an extraordinary possessiveness towards Ayano.

It's a pity, he was completely led astray by Ling Nai.

Ryosuke cast a regretful glance his way.

.....

What kind of look was that?

This was the first time Ruri Aragaki had been scrutinized like this, and her mind went completely blank.

Her fingers tightened unconsciously, and the plastic packaging of the game box made a slight clicking sound.

Ryosuke's gaze remained fixed on the box of "Living in Seclusion" in her hand, showing no sign of looking away.

The silence lasted for about three seconds.

"...It's not what my elder brother thinks..."

Liuli's lips moved, and she managed to squeeze out a sentence.

"It's okay, I understand."

Ryosuke shrugged.

Even if someone has strange hobbies, or if they are an acquaintance, you absolutely cannot show it on your face.

"Everyone has their own hobbies, but I still admire you a bit. Those kinds of hardcore works... Ling Nai herself doesn't really play those kinds of things."

To be honest, these kinds of games are basically aimed at male players, and the number of women who play them is so small that it can be ignored.

Moreover, given the inherent immorality involved, if this kind of game is played within a family with siblings, then it is truly perverted.

"To go to such lengths for Ling Nai, Aragaki is truly extraordinary," Ryosuke thought.

Extreme taste.

These three words were like a knife, piercing precisely into Liuli's chest.

She wanted to argue.

She wanted to say, "This isn't my hobby; I bought it specifically to understand my older brother's mindset."

But saying it that way would be even stranger!

The girl's face turned bright red.

She opened her mouth, but the sound that came out was barely audible: "...No, this, I am..."

How to say?

I bought it so I could understand your kind of weirdo behavior?

Or was it to stop you from harming Ling Nai that you researched the sibling theme?

If she were to say these words aloud, she felt she would rather just die.

With other people around, this situation is practically a public execution!

Kenji Yamashita looked at the two of them curiously, and finally asked Ryosuke, "Are you acquaintances?"

"Yes, my sister's friend."

"I see. Oh well, in that case, I'll have to give you a discount."

"I'll pay for it all at once."

Ryosuke walked up to Ruri Aragaki and took the game disc from her hand without saying a word.

The girl was still completely dazed and did nothing to stop it.

Before she could react, Ryosuke had already shoved the plastic bag containing "Living in Seclusion" into her hand.

"Take it. It's nothing valuable anyway. Consider it a gift as an apology for falling down the stairs last time."

Ryosuke remembered that he seemed to have scared her that time, so he figured he'd consider it compensation for the fright. After all, even though it wasn't intentional, he had seen some paid content.

"No....."

Ruri instinctively wanted to refuse, but Ryosuke had already opened the shop door and glanced back at her.

"I'm leaving now. I'll give my regards to Ling Nai."

The door closed, and the wind chimes rang once.

Ruri Aragaki stood still, looking down at the plastic bag in her arms. Inside the transparent bag, the box of "Living in Seclusion" lay quietly.

"What am I doing...?"

The girl muttered something under her breath, her voice filled with deep self-doubt.

But she quickly raised her head again, her expression becoming firm once more.

Regardless, she had to continue down this path in order to save Ling Nai.

only.....

"How am I supposed to face my older brother from now on...?"

She was so ashamed to receive such a gift that she wanted to disappear into the floor.

.......

An hour later, Ryosuke returned home and knocked on his sister's door.

After receiving a response, he pushed open the door and entered.

I saw Ling Nai holding a keyboard and typing away nonstop.

The computer screen showed that she was in a chat room, and among the main members, only she and 'Luna of Clow Reed' were present.

"I've bought the things for you."

"Yeah, just drop it on the ground."

Ling Nai glanced at him, then looked back at the screen.

The girl typed as fast as a typewriter, her fingers incredibly nimble. Ryosuke watched as they exchanged words rapidly on the screen.

It seems they're discussing the plot of the second episode of "Puella Magi Madoka Magica," which just aired last night.

"Hehe, that's hilarious. That black cat didn't even realize that you wrote Madoka's script."

Ling Nai pointed to the screen and sent a message to Luna from Clow Reed.

"Are you blind, or have you been making too much garbage? You've lost even the most basic sense of aesthetics. This bizarre and outlandish art style, used in a magical girl genre!"

'If we release a few more episodes, won't people be so angry they'll be crying in Ryosuke's arms?'

'I really envy you. You're like a turtle; when you're facing something you can't handle, you can just hide and wait for your brother to protect you.'

That's a sharp tongue, that's the way she talks.

Ryosuke almost burst out laughing.

"Hmph, how dare you so shamelessly mock me."

Takashiro Ryou was so angry that she gritted her teeth.

"Aren't you going to argue with her?"

Ryosuke was quite surprised by this, as it did not fit his stereotype of his sister.

If Ling Nai were a character in an online game, he would be the type of boss who is easily ridiculed.

You can hurl a single insult and they'll start arguing for ages.

"Hmph! What do you know?"

"Of course you can't argue at a time like this, would that be reminding her? I'd be waiting to see her make a fool of herself."

Takashiro Ryouno closed the chat room, a look of triumph on her face.

"That girl was busy with the website for more than half a year. If I hadn't notified her, she wouldn't have known that the animation had started airing."

"He hasn't played the novel or the game, so he has no idea that Gen Urobuchi exists. That's why he's fallen into my trap."

"Kukuku! Just wait, after the third episode airs in a few days, this guy will be absolutely stunned."

Takashiro Ryouko raised the corners of her mouth, looking forward to it.

Those who were pessimistic about Madoka, including those who mocked her, will definitely be shocked when they see that sudden turn of events.

Being a magical girl is actually a high-risk profession, and so on.