Chapter 29: Sisters

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Translator: Soafp

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“Tired~” (Yuki)

“Well, sitting for half a day will tire anyone out.” (Natsu)

“As expected, Ryoko is still as loud as ever—” (Yuki)

“Frankfurters~!” (Ryoko)

“Yep, still noisy.” (Yuki)

(The 12-hour direct flight was tough.)

Good job on making it through.

“Today, we're heading straight to the hotel.” (Yuki)

“Let’s buy something at the shop.” (Natsu)

“Right. Natsu, they said they'll give us a pocket Wi-Fi at the hotel.” (Yuki)

“Oh, thanks for checking that, Yuki.” (Natsu)

“What's this? Did Natsu already miss her fiancé?” (Yuki)

“I just wanted to make sure he's eating properly. I left a note, so I think he'll be fine, but I was worried he might find it troublesome.” (Natsu)

“Wait, Natsu, did you prepare food for him?” (Yuki)

“Yeah, I divided it into freezer bags to make it easier to manage. I think it should be okay.” (Natsu)

“Geez. Is it right to call you a good wife, or is it just too heavy-handed?” (Yuki)

“Yuki? You only need to be harsh with Ryoko.” (Natsu)

“Natsu? Isn't that a bit much?” (Ryoko)

I ate it properly.

(Thank you.)

I should say that?

“Tomorrow's main event is Neuschwanstein Castle, right?” (Natsu)

“Yes. I'm finally going to see the castle I've always admired.” (Satomi)

“Wow, Satomi, you're surprisingly romantic.” (Yuki)

“Oh, Yuki, don't be so smug. I remember you posing for pictures in front of Cinderella's castle.” (Satomi)

“Hey! That was just Ryoko forcing me to do it!” (Yuki)

“Really? Yuki seemed pretty into it to me.” (Natsu)

“Natsu too! I don't want to hear it from the most romantic one of us!” (Yuki)

“Oh? So you're not denying being romantic?” (Natsu)

“Ugh!” (Yuki)

“Don't make that unflattering noise.” (Ryoko)

“Ryoko, be quiet!” (Yuki)

“Hey? Why am I the target of so much criticism?” (Ryoko)

“Isn't this just how it always is?” (Satomi)

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“N-No way! I'm waiting here!” (Yuki)

“What are you saying after coming all the way here? You need to be brave!” (Satomi)

“I can't! Why do I have to look at the castle from this high-up bridge!” (Yuki)

“We have to see Neuschwanstein Castle from Marienbrücke, that's how it is.” (Ryoko)

“Seriously, where did the usually confident Yuki go?” (Satomi)

“You said it, Satomi. Remember it when you're down below.” (Yuki)

“Okay, okay. We'll go over there and take pictures from the bridge, so Yuki, just take some photos from around here.” (Natsu)

“Uuu, sorry Natsu. I'll make sure to pick up the pieces for you.” (Yuki)

“Hey now. We'll take nice pictures from the middle of the bridge.”(Natsu)

“Oh, I was so nervous.” (Yuki)

“We came all the way to Germany for this.”(Natsu)

“Some things are just too much to handle. Let's buy something at the shop and head back to the bus.” (Yuki)

(The view and the exterior of the castle left a stronger impression than the interior.)

The exterior is more famous after all.

(It's called the white castle after all.)

Then you went to France, right?

(Yeah, by high-speed train.)

“Oh, so comfortable.” (Natsu)

“Crossing the border by train is quite refreshing.” (Yuki)

“Definitely. Normally, we'd fly from Japan.” (Natsu)

“Hey, Natsu, did you contact Haruto-kun?” (Yuki)

“Yes, I did. He's eating well and nothing unusual has happened. I even sent him pictures of the castle from the bridge.” (Natsu)

“What’s with that little hint of sarcasm?” (Yuki)

“It's nothing, Yuki.” (Natsu)

“Are we starting our Paris sightseeing now?” (Yuki)

“Yes, walking along the Champs-Élysées, visiting the Arc de Triomphe, the Opera House, and the Louvre.” (Satomi)

“Paris, the city of flowers~!” (Ryoko)

“Calm down, Ryoko.” (Satomi)

“I can't calm down! What should we do? Visit brand shops on the Champs-Élysées?” (Ryoko)

“Didn't we decide beforehand? First, we're going to the Arc de Triomphe.” (Satomi)

“You're so unenthusiastic, Satomi.” (Ryoko)

“Don't let them catch you as a tourist, Ryoko. Watch out for pickpockets.” (Satomi)

“Ah! Should I hide my wallet in my stomach?” (Ryoko)

“Do as you like.” (Yuki)

“Yuki? Can you be a bit more engaged?” (Ryoko)

“Alright, alright, let's walk quickly!” (Yuki)

(There are several Arc de Triomphe in France, you know?)

Heh.

(The most famous one is the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel.)

“Hey, how do we cross this? There's no crosswalk!”

“There's an underground passage. How clueless can you be?”

“Oopsie!” (Ryoko)

“Ryoko, that's not cute.” (Natsu)

“Hey, Natsu!” (Ryoko)

“It's different when it's coming from you.” (Natsu)

(What?)

When a beautiful person says something, it turns into sarcasm.

(…idiot.)

You're so harsh.

(As long as you think so, that's fine.)

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“Hey, when are we going to arrive?” (Yuki)

“Looks like it'll be in the early afternoon.” (Natsu)

“That's so far!” (Yuki)

(The next day, we took a bus to Mont Saint-Michel.)

It's like a whirlwind tour.

(It was something I wanted to see.)

Is it fate, then?

(…I guess so.)

“This omelet is so delicious—what's with this fluffy egg!” (Ryoko)

“Really. I'd love to know the recipe.” (Natsu)

“Oh? Are you going to make it for your husband when you get back, Mrs.?” (Satomi)

“Hmm, even if you tease me, it's pointless, Satomi. I'd be happy just being called Mrs. already.” (Natsu)

“Haha, you're getting used to it.” (Satomi)

“I'd love to share this happiness with Ryoko too.” (Natsu)

“Am I an unhappy child?!” (Satomi)

“A disappointing child?” (Yuki)

“Yuki!” (Satomi)

Harsh as always.

(But you can only do this if you're close.)

I'm glad you're enjoying yourself.

(…yes, I am.)

What about from here on?

(Until we arrive.)

“Be careful as it might be slippery. Especially you, Ryoko.” (Satomi)

“Satomi?” (Ryoko)

“It rained last night, so be careful not to slip, Ryoko.”(Natsu)

“Natsu?”(Ryoko)

“Oh, there's a souvenir shop!”(Ryoko)

“Shopping can wait, clumsy girl.”(Yuki)

“Hey, Yuki! Who's clumsy?!”(Ryoko)

“““Ryoko””””

(The place had a unique atmosphere, maybe because it was used as a prison too.)

Scary?

(More like cold.)

“Ah! I found Jeanne d'Arc. I'm going to send a photo to Haru-kun.”(Natsu)

“Okay, I'll take it~” (Ryoko)

“Eh? Aki-chan changed clothes?” (???)

“Yes?” (Natsu)

(I was approached by people coming out of the church.)

“Oh! Sorry. I mistook you for someone else. But you look alike.” (???)

(My heart skipped a beat.)

“Excuse me, Boss, I wanted to buy this… Onee-chan?” (Akiho)

“Akiho…”(Natsu)

(I can't believe I'm meeting her in France.)

Yeah. That's exactly ‘fate,’ isn't it?

“Natsu? Is this your sister?” (Yuki)

“Yes.” (Natsu)

“Oh, Aki-chan's older sister? Nice to meet you. I'm Junko Ohtomo, the salon owner. Ah, you two are beautiful sisters.” (Boss)

“Oh, thank you. My sister has been in your care. I'm Natsuki, the older sister.” (Natsu)

“Onee-chan…” (Akiho)

“Ooi.” (Natsu)

(She suddenly hugged me.)

Are you being affectionate?

(She's after my smartphone.)

“I'm just borrowing this.” (Akiho)

“Akiho!” (Natsu)

“Well, I found it. I thought we'd exchanged contact details since we're at the same university.” (Akiho)

“Give it back!” (Natsu)

“Okay. I'm done using it… What's that ring? Did you get engaged or something?” (Akiho)

“…Yes, I did.” (Natsu)

“Oh, well, congratulations, I guess.” (Akiho)

“Are you offering your blessings?” (Natsu)

“Well, I'm not particularly interested.” (Akiho)

“I thought so. And let me confirm: you looked at Haru-kun's contact information on my phone without permission?” (Natsu)

“Well, yes. It's a shame to keep Haruto waiting any longer, so I thought I'd go see him soon.” (Akiho)

“Stop it.” (Natsu)

“Ha?” (Akiho)

“I'm telling you to stop contacting Haru-kun.” (Natsu)

“That's none of your business.” (Akiho)

“It is my business. To begin with, Akiho, you don't have the right to meet Haru-kun.” (Natsu)

“What are you talking about? Haruto has been waiting for me no matter what. What do you know about it?” (Akiho)

(It's worse than I imagined.)

She is being selfish.

“What do you know about my fiancé, Akiho? You betrayed Haru-kun. I don't care what reasons you had, and I don't want to know.” (Natsu)

“Ahahaha. Oh, Onee-chan, you've lost your mind after not seeing you for a while. Haru-kun is your fiancé? That's impossible. Haruto has always only looked at me since we were kids. There was never a chance for you to get in.” (Akiho)

“Whatever you think doesn't matter. But stop involving yourself with Haru-kun. He's finally been able to live in peace.” (Natsu)

“What are you saying? Haruto is happy being with me!” (Akiho)

“Natsu, calm down. Akiho, you should calm down too.” (Yuki)

“Yuki.” (Natsu)

“Aki-chan.” (Boss)

“I'm sorry, Boss. My sister has caused trouble. Let's go now.” (Akiho)

“Wait.” (Natsu)

“There's nothing more to discuss.” (Akiho)

“If you harm Haru-kun…” (Natsu)

“Ha?”(Akiho)

“If you harm Haru-kun, I won't forgive even you, Akiho. I will fight to protect Haru-kun. Remember that.” (Natsu)

“I see. I can’t keep up with you, so I’m going.” (Akiho)

(It's been a while since we've met again.)

Yeah.

(No matter the reason, some things can't be compromised.)