I've Always Been Searching for the World Where You Are. / I Still Prefer the Old, Defiant You.

"According to what I've heard, the new transfer student is from a Mixed Academy Student, and his grades are just average... Logically speaking, the chairman wouldn't just randomly put someone in here."

"That's true, it seems it really might be a 'mysterious transfer student'."

After listening, Takanashi Rikka wholeheartedly agreed.

Shuchiin is no ordinary university; it has very high standards. To transfer in mid-term, you either need to have exceptionally good connections or outstanding grades; otherwise, it's just wishful thinking.

But if neither of those is true, then only one last possibility remains—

Luck!

If one is lucky enough to awaken self-awareness and become a superpowered Ability User, they will naturally receive such treatment.

Subsequent events indeed proved this conjecture to be true.

But to Takanashi's surprise, the person who came was someone he had fought once before.

"Everyone, look over here! We have a new transfer student today... Shichimiya, you may come in."

Tsukumo Nanase walked up to the podium, clapped her hands, and then looked towards the door.

4

Chapter 4 I've been searching all along, where is the world with you?

"Shichimiya?"

Upon hearing the surname, Takanashi Rikka murmured something unconsciously, recalling the woman she had met last week.

Could it be...?

Nibuya Morika's expression changed slightly, a strong premonition welling up in her heart, and she turned to look.

Although Hasegawa Izumi remained silent, she also turned her gaze back from the window, where she had been resting her chin on her hand.

"Yes, teacher."

The girl outside the classroom responded and walked in with light steps.

She was wrapped in a long, demonic scarf, had pink pigtails, and always carried a cat-shaped pouch around her waist. Underneath her skirt was a short black t-shirt. Both her outfit and appearance were quite cute and distinctive.

"Hello everyone, I am Nanamiya Chion, you can also call me by my other name 'Sophia', my full name is Sophia Ning SP Saturn VII..."

Nanamiya Chion made a high-profile declaration on the podium.

"Eh, a new chuunibyou?"

"As expected, a 'mysterious transfer student,' isn't that a bit too conventional?"

"Is the level of chuunibyou (middle school syndrome) in this class about to explode?"

Below, many students expressed their complaints.

After all, they've seen the world; to be so easily surprised would be outdated.

"Um?"

Shinomiya Kaguya and Eriri both turned their heads, as if they vaguely sensed something from her.

Here, everyone's attitude is relatively normal.

Her behavior only sparked discussion after class.

"Morisummer, it's been a long time."

Nanamiya Chion first came to Nibuya's side and waved to greet him.

"Sophia! I never expected the new transfer Student Council to be you."

Nibuya Morika responded calmly.

Now that things have come to this, she is completely unfazed by having her name called out in public.

"I just found out that Morisummer and the Seeker of Truth have been reunited. It's truly enviable."

"So, you came here specifically to seek out Seeker of Truth, and I just happened to run into you?"

"Ee-ha-ha~"

"Alright, let's talk about catching up later. You really want to see him, don't you?"

She waved her hand, signaling the girl to leave.

At this moment, Nanamiya Chion composed herself before walking to the other side.

"Hey, which direction are you heading in...?"

This move has attracted considerable attention.

'Where did this Fox Spirit come from?'

Eriri frowned immediately.

Is it because of chuunibyou (middle school syndrome) again?

Shinomiya Kaguya's eyes darkened.

"Alas!"

Fujiwara Chika, on the other hand, looked like she was waiting for a good show to begin.

Under the expectant gaze of everyone.

"It has been a long time since we last met, Seeker of Truth."

"Do you know? I've been searching all along, looking for a world where you are."

"Now, my wish has finally come true, and I stand before you."

Nanamiya Chion slowly walked to his desk, her calm tone unable to conceal her excitement.

"It really has been a long time, Sophia, you've grown up."

Hasegawa Izumi gazed at the girl's face and couldn't help but sigh.

The girl was still very young and inexperienced at the time, and in every way she looked like a newcomer.

Now he already looks like a 'warrior'.

It seems that after the changes in the world, they went through a series of trials before shedding their naivety.

"But you, Seeker of Truth, are still no different from before. Has the passage of time meant nothing to you? Well, so be it, so be it..."

Nanamiya Chion lowered her head slightly, but the corners of her mouth curved upwards slightly.

This journey of ups and downs has finally come to an end.

"Um?"

Hasegawa Izumi was somewhat surprised by her complex emotions, which seemed to be mixed with something.

"S... Sophia."

"I didn't know you knew the Sage before."

A voice I'd heard before rang out beside me.

"Wicked Eye of the Tyrant King, I didn't expect to see you here. But you boasted to me earlier that you were the 'strongest,' it seems you don't take Seeker of Truth seriously."

Nanamiya Chion's expression was mocking.

"Well."

Takanashi Rikka choked immediately.

"Ahem, 'strongest' is just an adjective. Focusing on the noun itself, you seem to lack experience. No wonder you were defeated by me."

"I already said it was just carelessness, it won't happen again!"

This time, it was Nanamiya Chion's turn to panic.

"Hmm? You've met before and even fought each other?"

"Hasegawa Izumi spoke up."

As for the outcome of the battle, he knew it without even seeing it.

Although Shichimiya has made great progress recently, she is still far behind Rikka in adapting to this world.

"Just a reckless challenge."

Takanashi Rikka's dismissive tone infuriated Nanamiya Chion.

However, when you lose, everything you say sounds like an excuse, so she naturally fell into a disadvantageous position.

"Seeker of Truth, I've heard about the deeds of your Far East Magic Society since I arrived here. I'm very curious, could you tell me about them?"

Then Nanamiya Chion began to change the subject.

"Actually, there's nothing particularly informative about it, but if you want to hear it, I'll tell you."

"Hasegawa Izumi thought for a moment and said..."

In his eyes, the girl was still that fresh-faced newcomer from back then, whom he treated like a younger Little Sister...

If Kōko finds out, she'll probably be angry again.

"They seem to be having a great time chatting."

"It certainly looks convincing."

"What, judging from your tone, you don't know her?"

"I don't know him..."

"Someone like you can be considered Childhood Friend?"

"For a period of time during middle school, Izumi transferred schools and left for a while because of his father's work... By the way, why am I explaining so much to you, Shinomiya?"

Eriri turned her head and glared at her.

Shinomiya Kaguya had somehow moved closer to them.

He probably wanted to ask her for information, but unfortunately, she didn't know either.

"I see... You really are useless."

Shinomiya Kaguya casually left a sentence behind and turned to leave the classroom.

"Hmph! They're not even pretending anymore! A bunch of Fox Spirit!"

Eriri snorted, her gaze sweeping over Shinomiya, Natsukawa, Nibuya, Takanashi, and Fujiwara, among others.

Afterwards, because it involved the 'King of Shuchiin,' the incident became big news and quickly spread throughout Shuchiin.

"Rikka- chan, this is a major crisis!"

Turning her head, Fujiwara Chika took Rikka's hand and said with a serious expression.

"What major crisis? They're just defeated opponents."

Takanashi Rikka hadn't quite grasped the idea yet.

"Look, let me analyze this for you. Shichimiya- san, as a follower, has known you for much longer than Rikka- chan, and she's been so proactive... What if she manages to win Izumi-chan over? The possibility of that happening is definitely not zero."

Fujiwara Chika has once again transformed into a love detective, acting as a cunning strategist.

Is that really... true?

Takanashi Rikka suspicious.

Having learned her lesson before, her trust in Chika-chan had begun to waver.

Is it possible that... she's a girl with a dark side?

5

Chapter 5 I still prefer your rebellious side.

Fujiwara Chika was speaking eloquently and feeling quite pleased with herself when she suddenly noticed something strange in the eyes of the person in front of her.

"Rikka- chan, what kind of look is that?!"

She didn't understand.