I became a heart-stealing thief in Azure Files

The keywords proposed by Amamiya made the girls, who had been relaxed and ready to disband, tense up again.

“Sensei,” Kirino spoke up immediately, “that unknown person who temporarily replaced Hanaya seems a bit unreliable. Should we really trust her?”

"Yes... when I saw her, for some reason, I felt something... subtle, like... uh..."

Arle, unsure how to describe it, stammered for a long while.

As if she had found the best description, Aru had a flash of inspiration and quickly said, "Hmm... it seems to be, the same kind of disgust as 'seeing a traitor'."

"I don't think she's very trustworthy..."

Kayoko sighed softly, agreeing with the president's opinion: "I think so too."

Even Yuriko, who is usually calm and objective, frowned slightly and raised her objection: "Personally, I feel that she is not trustworthy because she is unwilling to show her true form."

'It's all opposition or disapproval...'

These opinions were still within Amamiya's expectations.

—As is well known, traitors are more likely to be resented than villains who are forgivable.

If a villain is portrayed well, he can evoke a certain amount of sympathy, and some people may even like the charm of a villain.

But a traitor... will definitely not please either side.

The shadow of Faye corresponds to the keyword 'Judas'.

Judas is the most notorious "traitor".

After being temporarily impersonated, his repulsive aura of a traitor only intensified.

Therefore, it's understandable that his companions, including Amamiya himself, would feel disgusted.

"I haven't said I'll believe her yet."

Amamiya waved his hand, stopping further 'opposition' from emerging: "However, before officially releasing the announcement, it's always good to do some research, just in case."

"Then, without further ado... let's evacuate."

As she spoke, Amamiya took out her phone and opened the Otherworld app, with black and red energy spreading outwards.

[Returned to the real world.]

【Thanks for your hard work. 】

Chapter Thirty-Five: The debt of gratitude from the seminar is still unpaid.

Amamiya returned to the real world from the evacuation point in the other world, and then drove back to Shalai. It was late at night.

After parking the car in the garage, Amamiya looked at the nearby Xialai Building, stretched his tired and tense body, and felt a sense of exhaustion, like he needed to ask Kawakami-sensei to come and give him a massage.

Since arriving in Kivotos, I've been exploring this otherworldly palace until late at night...

This should be the first time such a situation has occurred.

"It's not a good day for outdoor activities... Let's rest for today."

Unfortunately, Kiwatos didn't have Kawakami-sensei to give him a massage. Feeling stiff and tired, he realized he wasn't really suited to going out, so Amamiya decisively gave up on the idea of ​​contacting another 'night owl' student to deepen their bond.

After inspecting the office building and the coffee shop, Amamiya returned to her room.

Since there's nothing else to do, why not take a look at recent posts on momotalk?

After taking a shower and lying back in bed, Amamiya tossed and turned for a while before taking out her phone to see if there was any noteworthy news.

[Ruozao: Darling, Ruozao received a purchase notification...]

[Wakazama: Also, darling, about Wakazama's 'vow' dress...]

Along with that came several full-body photos that Ruozao had sent her, taken with her phone in front of the full-length mirror in her room.

'They're really persistent...'

Scrolling down, I saw dozens of 'wedding dress photos' sent by Ruozao, taken from different angles and in different outfits. Only after scrolling to the bottom did I see the latest message from Amamiya.

[Wakazama: Darling, which one do you like?]

After reviewing a series of 'makeup photos' sent by Wakazama, Amamiya carefully selected one.

[Amamiya: I think this one suits Wakamo best.]

On the other side, Wakazama replied almost instantly.

[Wakazama: Wakazama understands. I'll wear this outfit to visit my darling later~]

[Wakazama: [Contract image.jpg] The contract is ready... Darling, wait for Wakazama!]

Big foxes are so easy to fool...

[Hana: Sensei, do you have some time? I have some questions I need to ask you.]

[Hana: [Image.jpg] I've been thinking of you constantly while Sensei was away...]

[Hua Ye: I can still find time before the next Federal Student Council meeting... Shall we chat before then?]

Oh... Hua Ye, is this the final reveal?

The next Federal Student Council meeting, barring any unforeseen circumstances, will be a meeting related to security in the "DU" area—at this stage, Huaye's influence as the head of the defense office will truly begin to collapse like an avalanche.

The reason for scheduling it before the regular meeting is probably to try to make the most of its remaining influence before it diminishes.

Or... is it simply a matter of testing the waters?

It's all possible.

Anyway... for the sake of conquering the palace, meeting with Huaye is a done deal.

[Rin: Regarding the recent situation of the Federation Student Council...]

[Rin: Lately, for some reason, several students from various departments have submitted 'letters of repentance'...]

[Rin: Is it Sensei?]

Students from various departments have submitted 'letters of repentance'...?

This is likely also related to the dozen or so shadows that were rescued on the ship not long ago.

The confessions of these students, who were about to be led astray by Huaye, may be insignificant to Huaye's faction, but they are enough to raise alarm.

Amamiya did not reply to Rin's message, which can be considered as tacit agreement.

[Aoi: The internal investigation initiated by the finance department has yielded initial results. With the support and assistance provided by Sensei, we have indeed identified some 'suspicious individuals'.]

[Aoi: Thank you...Sensei.]

[Aoi: Also, if you have any free time, you can come to the finance office.]

'...'

[Yuka: Today's 'after-school audit' session at the seminar has ended. Although it took up our free time in the evening, it was a necessary trade-off to improve the efficiency of checking Valkyrie's accounts.]

'...'

[Xiaoxue: Sensei, Yuka-senpai, Noah-senpai, and I are heading back now...]

[Xiaoxue: Sensei, remember to follow me when you have time! [crying.jpg]]

'...'

Noah: Today was another productive day.

During this period, the students in the seminar would check and verify the account forms stored in Xia Lai between "after school in the afternoon", "before dinner" and "before going to bed".

Having taken up the equivalent of a "study session" in some higher education institutions, Amamiya felt only gratitude for the girls who quietly dedicated themselves to the seminar.

Yes! Love!

The gratitude owed to us by the seminar is far from over...

After replying to the message, Shitei no Hako and Sophia's phones were charged as usual. Amamiya did not activate the 'AI Girl Warming Bed and Sleeping Companion' service this time, but instead stared at the ceiling and began to meditate.

—Regarding the [Shiranui Hanaya*Terror] who appeared in the hall today.

This must be the first time Amamiya has seen such a "special existence" that has a completely opposite feeling to that of a regular student in terms of "basic properties".

How did she cross the endless ocean currents to appear in her own palace?

Why did she appear in her own temple, and for what purpose? Was it really just to prevent 'her' temple from spreading further?

Students dressed in colorful clothes... are they even students anymore?

What is the connection between her appearance and Beatrice's use of her temple to erode the real world, and her subsequent summoning of "color" to empower herself, thus becoming an "ascended one"?

Although at that time the real world was in a special situation where it was covered and eroded by the 'cognitive world'.

But at that time, Beatrice did indeed call upon "color," and at least received a partial response—otherwise, she wouldn't have become a bloated, twisted monster with "color" in her name.

Was it because of the 'traces' left behind?

Was it some kind of secret technique, or the nameless priest... or perhaps [Hua Ye*Terror] used this trace to briefly descend into Hua Ye's palace world through a special method of consciousness projection?

Amamiya kept the letter that the man in black had left for himself and never deleted it.

Considering the special circumstances this time... Amamiya thought it would be worthwhile to try to make brief contact with the Number Secret Arts to check on their situation.

Although the level of danger is no different from "cooperating with Goro Akechi"—akin to seeking a tiger's skin.

However, if the current situation becomes a mess and there is no way forward... besides directly "cheating", finding another way is also a good option.

Considering that opening too many of them would have a significant impact on Kivotos, Amemiya has always adhered to the principle of 'avoiding opening them if possible'.

If the "phantom thief's" power and cognitive limitations cannot be dealt with... then the only option is to risk borrowing the power of an entity that could potentially become an enemy.

I can't figure it out... so choosing to temporarily suspend the exploration and wait for the right time to 'release the announcement' is also a way to seek stability.

Contacting the black server is currently the most important alternative that can be considered.

"Next, we need to consider how to settle Hanaya and get Rin to cooperate..."

The plan should be to first solidify Hana's conviction, and then contact Rin to persuade her to feign weakness, allowing Hana to temporarily achieve her goal.

It seems that we need to play some tai chi with Huaye first.

Chapter Thirty-Six: Hua Ye: I'm not going to act in this play anymore.

The dawn was breaking, and the autumn sun shone brightly.

Amamiya yawned and arrived at the Charlotte Cafe early in the morning.

The Xia Lai Café, which is usually open to all visiting students, posted a notice yesterday saying it would be closed today, so it was quiet and peaceful.

The reason why Xia Lai's café is closed today...

The main reason was to receive an "uninvited guest" who came with a special purpose.

‘Dingling bell~’

After entering, Amamiya stretched, took a deep breath to perk herself up, and then went to the counter. She took out a bottle of "Immortal Delight" mixed by Shigure from the wine rack behind the counter.

After pouring himself a drink, Amamiya sat in the manager's seat and began to wait idly.

Before long, a neatly dressed pink-haired girl with a large tuft of hair on her head, stylish clothes, and a deliberately tied ponytail quietly arrived.

Standing in front of the door, she first furtively looked around to make sure she was aware of her surroundings.

Then, with minimal movement, he pushed open the coffee shop door and greeted Amamiya in a seemingly nonchalant manner.

"Sensei... Good morning."

"..."

As she naturally sat down at the bar, her emerald green eyes quickly scanned her up and down, and Hanaya immediately frowned and said with concern, "...Sensei, you look very tired."

Amamiya, holding a wine glass, swirled it in her hand and shrugged: "After all... sometimes we have to entertain some students who 'stay out all night'."