My older sister is a villainous rich girl

But Professor Conley didn't simply activate the spell directly; he used the tools he had developed.

Five years ago, it was this very tool that allowed Olive and Duke Elliott to track down the transparent magical energy fluctuations and reach the long-abandoned villa in the dead of night.

Later, Professor Conley improved it again, and now this thing should be even more effective than it was five years ago.

Can we make an agreement for Chapter 126?

It had already gotten dark, and the city guards had issued a temporary curfew order on the main streets.

With the magical assistance of Wayne and Olive, the strange gadget in Professor Conley's hand began to spin continuously.

“Come with me—” Conley said in a deep voice.

Professor Conley now appeared very reliable, a far cry from his previous unreliable image.

For safety reasons, the city guard has mobilized its strongest forces to take down those who are stirring up trouble behind the scenes.

Wayne also perked up, alertly sensing the enemies that might be hiding in some corner.

However, everything was calm until they arrived at a hotel.

Nothing happened.

...Could it be like last time, where the real culprit slipped away undetected?

With that thought in mind, Wayne followed behind Conley and the others, standing guard outside the building.

Shortly after, a city guard soldier strode out of the hotel and handed a letter to Commander Bulwer, reporting, "Upon investigation, no clues were found left in the room the suspect rented, except for this letter."

Seeing the words "[To the New Commander of the City Guard]" on it, Bulwer handed the letter to one of his bodyguards and said, "Read it aloud."

The guard carried out the order without hesitation.

The envelope was torn open, revealing folded paper with faint writing inside.

He read aloud:

"My dear new commander, I hope this new gift from me upon my return will satisfy you. I hope we will all be in good health when we meet again."

"Signature: ...Suspect, Aikos."

Everyone: !!!

Wayne: ? ? ?

'Wait! When did I write this kind of thing?'

The thought flashed through his mind for only a moment before Wayne realized that someone was using the name of the mysterious "Aikos" to divert attention.

Absolutely...despicable and shameless!

Wayne was furious at being suddenly pinned on such a huge accusation.

You just wait, Aikos will be coming to your door in person tonight!

However, the others present were unaware of the inside story; some looked bewildered, while others seemed thoughtful.

Bulwer was silent for a moment, then said, "...It seems there's nothing else to be gained. Let's leave."

A group of people launched a fierce attack, but it ended in a dismal failure.

……

When he returned to Duke Winchester's mansion, Wayne's expression was still not good.

He shared the information he had gathered with Duke Elliott.

Even if he doesn't say it, others will soon tell him what's going on.

Upon hearing the name Eikos, the Duke frowned, revealing a hint of confusion.

"Where did this person come from...?"

After much hesitation, Wayne finally couldn't help but say, "It might not really have been her doing it, after all, the only piece of evidence left behind is a letter."

Eliot nodded, agreeing with his guess.

"Yes, indeed."

He stood up and looked out the window at the night.

“Wien…” he suddenly spoke.

"If one day... you discover that the world isn't actually the way you thought it was, will you feel resentment?"

...This sentence sounds ominous.

“I don’t know,” Wayne said.

"But I hope that there can be enough honesty among family members."

In response to his answer, Elliott simply stared at him silently for a moment.

It made him feel a lot of pressure.

After a moment, the Duke changed the subject. "My daughter..."

...What should I do? I'm under even more pressure now.

"She doesn't yet know how to love others," Elliott said with a hint of melancholy.

"Perhaps I've always had it too easy... I only know how to passively accept, and I don't know how to give or how to take."

"Just enjoying other people's thoughtfulness and love."

Although he was somewhat displeased with his father's assessment of Chris, Wayne said nothing, but instead tried his best to analyze the meaning behind his father's words.

"But even with acceptance, her level of acceptance varies from person to person."

Elliott looked at the boy in front of him, who had grown much taller.

He is no longer the poor child who was locked in the dungeon.

"She just needs... a little more time to slowly learn the things she doesn't understand yet."

After saying that, he lost interest in talking to Wayne.

"You young people should handle your own affairs."

"Just... don't do things you'll regret in the future."

Bearing the Duke's admonition, Wayne left his study.

Even as he lay in bed, Wayne was still thinking about why he had said those things to him.

Is the world not what I thought it was?

What could it be like? Could it possibly break free from the framework of the original anime storyline?

Besides...why not give Chris a little more time?

I've been clearly rejected; it's her who won't give me time.

"Sigh—" he sighed deeply.

When midnight comes, I'll transform into Echo and go see who's behind this mischief.

However, before midnight, another figure arrived at his room first.

The tranquil moonlight shone in through the window, making it feel like being in a dream.

“Wayne—”

Chris walked in, carrying her pillow, her face pale.

Wayne remained silent for a long time before asking her, "...What's wrong?"

"I...had a nightmare."

She hugged her pillow and sat down on the carpet, leaning against Wayne's bedside.

The silvery moonlight, like water, washed over her bare feet, lingering on the hem of her pristine white skirt.

Wayne had originally intended to suggest that Karen accompany him.

Suddenly, a memory flashed through her mind: back then, when she was plagued by nightmares, Chris gently stayed by her bedside, watching over her as she fell asleep.

It really feels so far away now.

“Wayne…”

Her voice was soft, but filled with disappointment and bitterness.

"I've always been afraid of losing things," she said.

"I thought I had already gotten everything I wanted... so I didn't want to change anything."

Wayne closed his eyes and listened silently.

"I want to be able to play carefree with Wayne like before, and do lots of silly things together."

"I don't want anyone to see the twisted side of me that only knows how to hide behind a mask."

"The real me, who isn't appearing as Chris, is someone even Wayne couldn't possibly like..."

The tone of her voice when she said those words—

I'm so lonely.

"All Wayne likes is 'Chris'."

As she said this, she hugged her knees as if she felt lonely.

Under the moonlight, the girl asked softly, "But now... haven't I already lost it?"

Wayne was at a loss for words.

"Get some rest. Things will be back to normal after you wake up tomorrow."

That was all he could say to comfort her.

The stillness of the night conceals many things, while simultaneously revealing many others.

A moment later, that cool voice rang out again, as if whispering close to your ear.

It was so ethereal, yet so clear.

"—Can we make a promise? You will never abandon me."

Chapter 127 Has Wayne fallen for Tasia?

In the journey of life, there will always be some people who join in inexplicably and then leave without a word.

Even close childhood friends may part ways one day and embark on completely different paths. Even if they meet again, the person will not be the one they knew back then.

Looking at Chris, who seemed to want some kind of promise, he wanted to give her a definite answer.

—But that won't work.

“Chris,” he said softly, “no promise lasts forever.”

"I want to stay by Chris's side as family forever. But if Chris falls in love with another man one day, I will disappear."

He had wanted to say this to her for a long time.

From the very first day of the journey.

He had really liked the two female protagonists when he watched the anime, and that initial fondness remained unchanged after entering this world.

If I were still living in another world, Chris would probably be one of my "anime waifus".

However, they don't actually need to be able to live well on their own.

"It's okay for Chris to be without me." He smiled forlornly.

“That’s not how it is…” Chris murmured, “Wayne… is someone very, very important to me.”

“Chris is also a very important person to me,” he said. “It’s late, go home and get some sleep.”

Whenever I see her, I can't suppress the resentment and guilt I feel towards her.

Why refuse...?

A soft and smooth hand caressed her face.