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My name is Ushinawa Aiko, age 23.
I love reading manga with my friends, I lived as a gamer, whether it's in the form of board games, video games, either shōgi or virtual chess, even in card games, online; that is, I'll likely have a good grasp in any game you face me with, as long as it isn't a first-person shooter, I'm not good with those. But all these game genres fall short to my favorite types of gaming, video otome games.

I work as a part-timer, a night-shifter at a local restaurant near my school campus.

Speaking of manga and otome games, I never really got into the 'Isekai' or 'Reincarnation' genre of literature. Sure, there might be many gems of written works all around the world, but if I hadn't seen any of those types of books, I would be more frightened in the situation I am in right now.
I'm now inside the world of「Heart Nuisance」?!

How do I know, you ask? First of all, there are very large banners of Gallic Roosters around this place-classroom, which in my previous world, were used as a patriotic symbol during the French Revolution, 1789-1799. Second of all, a blurry face seems to be in front of me right now.
Well, put that aside, If I have to be honest, I wasn't really into capturing the male targets at ALL; whether you like it or not, I've always had a deep admiration for the game's villainess, the one and only「Emie Couture」. I can't believe I have a strange chance like this to meet this adorable woman, I'm happy. But still, what I know I should be looking after right now, is that:
What lies in the future depends on my actions, so I'll be wary.

What's With This Charming Villainess?

Ara? Ms. Clara Paris, introduced already?


"My name is「Clara Paris」, I am one of the servants and maids of the Couture house, and I will be the one to accompany and assist Couture-sama on milady's campaign as Garmunton academy's secretary for milady's following mid-term elections."


Wow, how fancy. These new not-so-new interactions relieve me like I'm an Ushinawa again, it feels nice. Anyways, Clara Paris is also a commoner, but one of the maids of the Couture house, having served them for around 10 years now, she's absolutely entrusted the duties of maintaining and assisting their family from then til' now. She's the daughter of Allard Agustin's brother-in-law, 「Joseph Bernardi」a rich Italian entrepreneur who married Lord Allard's sister, now called by the name of「Agnes Bernardi」.


"..And you, commoner. What do you say about us-"


"U-us? I didn't know you consider us being toge-"


[Couture silences Collins with her finger]


[The scene is revolving only with them, it's like everybody else stopped.]


Euh, that gave me shivers n' goosebumps.. Emie-sama is already getting used to the tricks of my sleeve, I need to up my game before she wins over me in an embarrassing way like this.


"Shh.. what do you say about us training our magic together, Collins?"


"Ara? Excuse me, Emie-sama.. Are you feeling well?"


"You do not accept? Hmph, I thought you had something special in you, tsk.."


Well, you see Emie-sama; whoever falls in love first, loses. I don't want that, so before you play your cards on me, I'll break through you.


[..And face the consequences that is the person who you've confessed to; the current standing of our protagonist, Aiko Collins.]


"Ladies, calm down. My apologies, because this is not a place to squabble." Prince Klain remarks on our behavior.


"..Emie-sama, you've asked me so strangely; tell me, have you eaten sweets lately?"


"Hm, are you implying on pulling on me with your cheap tricks again? I would not recommend arguing on something nonsensical, you have nothing to worry about."


Ah bon, you're too fishy Emie-sama. I only asked you if you'd eaten already, yes.


"I'm sorry Emie-sama, it's just that thinking of you eating delights me."


Everyone in the room looks at me strangely, maybe that remark sounds too peculiar.


"Please, calm down, you too. Aiko, what have I told you about your weird fantasies?"


Erika is coming to pull on my ear again, and she looks worn out and annoyed, yet amidst a silent elimination is bound to occur. She's too slick with her finger techniques, even if she's worn out like this. I'll let her, I don't want to prolong this quarrel. akkkkakak..


"Akk! Alright, alright.. I accept your proposal, Emie-sama. Take me to wherever you want us to be."


"..Now that the argument of yours has resolved, will we continue our meaningful conversation, Ms. Collins?" Prince Alec says.


"Ai, Eri.. Couture-sama, shall you all sit down?" Mikhail Louiz dictates humbly.


We all sat down and had a talk for awhile, Erika seemingly looked exhausted she had to go back to our bedroom, Klain-sama went asleep, Peter-sama aswell. Fortunately, Alec-sama and Louiz-sama were my saving grace and restrained Emie from trying to jump over the hurdles on me again. We talked about the elections and left on a good note. I can't wait to be all lovey-dovey with Emie-sama on practicing magic again, I hope it's just us. But yet again I know something's dodgy with her, no matter how honest she may sound. I'll keep an eye on her before I try to make a move that'll shut her down.


I also wonder how Louiz-sama's work of art and how he plays the piano.. Maybe at a later time.


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Chapter 12[2/2]: A Quarrel Between.. (Not) Lovers?