Chapter 187: Trinity Seven, Lookalike, etc.

Royal Biblia Academy

Outside a classroom with only a few students,

A golden twin-tailed girl ran past, holding a camera in hand.

"EXTRA! EXTRA! A new student has arrived at the academy—AND THEY'RE A DEMON KING CANDIDATE!!!"

Her shouts echoed clearly into the classroom,

Where each student immediately heard her loud and clear.

This classroom only had a few students,

Because everyone here was special—

They were members of the legendary Trinity Seven.

"Commander, did you hear that?"

A tall girl with long black hair and brown eyes grinned,

Casually slipping an arm around a golden-haired girl with two ahoge strands beside her.

"A new student… and they're a Demon King candidate!? I wonder how strong they are—I really wanna fight them~!"

Her name was Akio Fudo,

One of the Trinity Seven.

[Akio Fudo]

[Archive]: Gluttony (Gula)

[Theme]: Faith (Fides)

[Height]: 170cm

[Measurements]: B82-W56-H83

Royal Biblia Academy Grimoire Security 3rd Seat.

A front-line attacker, skilled in powerful kicks.

Possesses the "Gluttony Archive", with a "Faith theme", and the magic "Mantra Enchant".

For mages, the concept of a "Theme" was a fundamental principle.

Each mage had a research theme they devoted themselves to.

The Seven Deadly Sins—Wrath, Pride, Greed, Envy, Sloth, Lust, and Gluttony—were kept as archives in the library, and each mage selected a corresponding theme.

Typically, the theme they chose was the opposite of their nature.

The golden-haired girl Akio was hugging was named Mira Yamana.

Despite being called "Commander",

Mira was actually Akio's junior,

Yet far more composed and level-headed.

[Mira Yamana]

[Archive]: Pride (Superbia)

[Theme]: Justice (Justitia)

[Height]: 152cm

[Measurements]: B79-W55-H78

Royal Biblia Academy Grimoire Security Top Seat.

Possesses the Pride Archive, with a Justice theme.

"We don't even know if this information is true yet."

Mira remained calm, keeping Akio's excitement in check.

"If Selina is the one spreading the news, there's a good chance it's accurate."

Another girl, with long red hair, a side braid, and a beret, spoke thoughtfully.

Her sharp blue eyes gleamed with contemplation.

"Besides… that black sun that appeared over the academy yesterday was strange. It might be connected to this Demon King candidate."

She was Lilith Asami, another member of the Trinity Seven.

[Lilith Asami]

[Archive]: Lust (Luxuria)

[Theme]: Life (Abies)

[Height]: 162cm

Measurements: B89-W55-H89

A specialist in Alchemy and a teacher at the Royal Biblia Academy.

A stunning beauty with an incredibly captivating presence.

"A Demon King candidate, huh… I wonder what kind of trouble they'll bring. Sounds fun."

A girl leaning against the back door smirked.

Her single brown ponytail, bangs covering one eye, and ninja-like attire gave her an assassin's presence.

She was Levi Kazama, another of the Trinity Seven.

[Levi Kazama]

[Archive]: Envy (Invidia)

[Theme]: Expectation (Expect)

[Height]: 148cm

[Measurements]: B78-W54-H77

A master of Stealth Magic and a self-proclaimed "Ultimate Ninja."

Possesses the Envy Archive, with a Expectation theme.

Incredible speed, assassination skills, and ninja arts expertise.

Though the four girls were engaged in conversation,

Only Akio and Mira were genuinely close.

The others kept their distance, maintaining a professional camaraderie rather than deep friendships.

Until…

A new presence arrived at the classroom.

"Hello, everyone!"

A girl with soft brown hair and a gentle smile greeted them cheerfully,

Waving politely at the group.

"?"

The four froze, their expressions twisting in confusion.

"Commander, did I hear that right?"

Akio tightened her grip on Mira, whispering in disbelief.

"She actually just smiled and greeted us!?"

"I heard it too."

Even the normally composed Mira was slightly stunned.

"Kannazuki-san, did something good happen today?"

Lilith asked, her blue eyes narrowed in curiosity.

"Eh?"

Just as the girl—Arin Kannazuki—was about to respond…

SHING!!

A blade flashed.

A fierce wind sliced through the air.

Before anyone could react,

Levi Kazama was already in front of Arin Kannazuki,

Her unsheathed sword resting against Kannazuki's throat.

"Levi! What are you doing!?"

Mira demanded, stepping forward.

"Put your sword down!"

Lilith Asami was startled and quickly moved to stop her.

However, Levi Kazama didn't move an inch.

Her eyes remained locked onto the calm 'Arin Kannazuki'

"You're not Arin Kannazuki. Who are you?!"

"Huh?"

Lilith Asami and the others were stunned by Levi's sudden accusation.

What shocked them even more was that, at that moment, another figure walked into the classroom.

This person looked nearly identical to Hijiri Kasuga.

But she was slightly taller.

Under the bewildered gazes of everyone in the room,

The lookalike walked straight up to 'Arin Kannazuki'—

And sniffed her.

Then, without hesitation, she declared—

"You have the scent of a Demon King."

She paid no attention to the others.

Her cold gaze never left Hijiri Kasuga.

"Two Kannazuki-sans?!"

Lilith Asami was dumbfounded.

What is going on?!

"It seems you've all misunderstood something."

Black markings spread across Hijiri Kasuga's body.

An overwhelming surge of magical power radiated from her—

And, before Levi's shocked eyes,

A black magic-formed hand forcefully pried her blade away.

Then, with a calm smile, Hijiri Kasuga introduced herself—

"Everyone, I'm Hijiri Kasuga, the new student. Nice to meet you all."

"Eh?!"

The others could now feel it clearly—

The power within her was that of a Demon King's essence.

A Demon King Candidate.

The new student.

So Selina's "EXTRA" was true?!

"But why…? Why does this new student look exactly like Kannazuki-san?"

Lilith Asami racked her brain trying to figure it out.

Hijiri Kasuga withdrew her magic,

Then tilted her head, studying the expressionless Arin Kannazuki.

[Arin Kannazuki]

[Archive]: Wrath (Ira)

[Theme]: Ruin (Ruina)

[Height]: 156cm

[Measurements]: B83-W56-H84

Has an eerily similar appearance to Hijiri Kasuga.

Possesses the Wrath Archive, with the Ruin theme.

Uses the magic Chaotic Rune.

"We really do look alike."

Hijiri Kasuga muttered in amazement,

Then asked, puzzled—

"How did you instantly recognize the Demon King's presence?"

Arin Kannazuki, still emotionless, answered—

"Because I am the Demon King's consort."

"EH?!?!"

Meanwhile…

Mai Sakurajima and Tohru gazed at the girl beside Rei Ao with curious expressions.

They didn't recognize her.

"Who is this…?"

Rei Ao introduced her—

"This is Rio Futaba. She's also a student at the academy."

"She's experiencing a problem similar to your Puberty Syndrome, Mai."

"She has Puberty Syndrome too?"

Mai was surprised.

Rio Futaba, in turn, was curious.

She was curious not only about why Rei Ao had two beautiful girls in his home,

But also about this "Mai" girl and what kind of Puberty Syndrome she had experienced.

"Anyway, let's introduce ourselves first."

Following Rei Ao's lead, everyone exchanged introductions.

Rio Futaba learned about the two girls.

Tohru—Rei Ao's maid.

(She did not reveal that she was actually a dragon.)

Mai Sakurajima—Rei Ao's... girlfriend.

"...Wait."

Rio Futaba's mind went blank.

So Rei Ao…

Is in a relationship,

Living with his girlfriend,

And yet, he confessed to both her and another version of herself?

This...

Isn't just being a flirt—

This is next-level scumbag behavior, right?!

Even someone as emotionally detached as Futaba could tell this was bad.

But at the same time…

Rei Ao was being so open and honest about it.

To the point where she didn't even know how to criticize him.

So, she chose to ignore it altogether.

I'll just focus on solving my own problem.

After hearing about Rio Futaba's situation,

Mai Sakurajima actually felt a sense of camaraderie.

"I never expected there to be another case of Puberty Syndrome like this."

"Your case was really strange too, Mai."

Rio Futaba replied, now deep in thought—

"You disappeared because you didn't want to be noticed... Let me think of how to explain that using quantum physics."

She lowered her head, seriously trying to analyze it scientifically.

"Q-Quantum physics?!"

Mai was completely lost.

She turned to Rei Ao, hoping for an explanation.

Rei Ao shrugged.

"Don't mind her. She just really likes science."

"Futaba, why don't you check out the guest room first? You can decide if you want to stay here after that."

"...Alright."

Rio Futaba gave up on her quantum physics calculations for now.

Rei Ao led her to a spare bedroom.

It was the same room Tohru used before.

Now, Tohru and Mai both shared the master bedroom with Rei Ao.

Aside from this guest room, there was one more spare room.

"This room is fine for now."

Rio Futaba evaluated it briefly.

"For now?"

Rei Ao raised an eyebrow.

"Yes. For now."

Rio Futaba pushed up her glasses, speaking seriously—

"I still need to check if there are any surveillance devices. That's my principle."

"Wow, you're really cautious."

"Fine, do as you like."

Rei Ao left the room, allowing Rio Futaba to Tohruoughly inspect it.

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