Chapter 7: A Bewildering Confession
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“I’m so tired…”
All I did today was eat a few macarons and give a greeting, so why am I so exhausted?
No matter how much I think about it, that greeting in front of hundreds of people was mentally draining… I never want to do that again.
“You did well, Yoojin.”
“Catherine…”
Catherine was the first to find me crouched in a corner after I slipped out the back door of the auditorium.
Somehow, looking up at her from below, her presence feels enormous. What does she eat to grow so tall?
“Let’s return to Keroom first. The other four have things to do, so they’ll be late.”
“Okay…”
Trailing behind Catherine as she walked ahead, a thought suddenly occurred to me.
Why is Catherine being so nice to me? She did some mean things, but she’s been incredibly kind overall.
Based on the students’ reactions and various other factors, it doesn’t seem like she has a low standing in this school, yet she’s been by my side all day, explaining things to me.
…And encouraging me, too.
“Hey, Catherine. Why are you being so nice to me? I haven’t done anything to warrant it.”
If you’re curious, you have to ask! If I keep it bottled up, it’ll explode later.
Catherine, who had been walking silently, stopped as if she’d lost power the moment she heard my words.
The way she slowly turned her head towards me, honestly, it was a little scary.
“Are you curious?”
I had a feeling that I shouldn’t take another step forward. Still, I am curious.
“I am.”
“Yoojin, you’re very straightforward.”
Catherine let out a deep sigh, shook her head a few times, and looked directly at me.
Her deep, dark blue eyes held a fervent passion.
“To be honest… it was love at first sight.”
“Huh?”
“For a long time, I’ve yearned for you. Do you know how long I waited for you to come here, Yoojin?”
Her beautiful, snow-white face was flushed with heat. Her slightly parted lips released a breath that made me want to turn away, but…
Catherine’s discomposed appearance, her sweet voice, the unexpected answer…I’d never seen her like this before.
The entire situation was so awkward and strange, I couldn’t move.
“If you’re still curious, I can ‘educate’ those cute lips of yours directly. I can show you the burning intensity of my heart… how desperately I long for you.”
“C-Catherine… you’re joking, right?”
“Do I look like I’m joking?”
No, no, no, no, no, no…
Of course, Catherine is a beauty that someone like me can’t even compare to. Her chest and hips are amazing, her figure is incredible, and her voice is lovely.
If I had to specify, she perfectly matches my taste, but this is way too sudden! I haven’t forgotten that she bit my neck twice on the first day.
“Close your eyes, Yoojin.”
Thump—
My back, slowly pushed by Catherine, hit the hallway wall.
In an instant, both escape routes were blocked by Catherine’s arms. Trapped, with no place to run or hide.
“Ah, ah… ahhh…”
Her pale pink lips, drawing closer, looked so moist and soft that I ended up closing my eyes.
“Yoojin…”
“Catherine…”
Is, is this my first time? Is this how I experience my first kiss? Well, if it’s with a blonde beauty, it’s not so bad… hehe.
Flick—
“Ouch!”
“You’re too naive.”
“That hurts…”
I was expecting a sweet kiss, but what I got was a flick on the forehead.
Completely unprepared, the unexpected flick was painful. Really painful.
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“Yoojin, did you fall for my acting?”
“L-Liar! What happened to the rules of Paradise!?”
“The rule is about deceitful ‘relationships,’ about lying with malicious intent to deceive and exploit others. It doesn’t apply to lies filled with good intentions like this one.”
“What’s that supposed to mean…”
Rubbing my slightly swollen forehead, I looked up at Catherine, who had returned to her usual expressionless face.
Was that really just an act? Why is she acting like a sister? With a face like that, she should be an actress…
“Yoojin, listen carefully. You’re already a ‘Stella‘. Because you shine brighter than anyone else, you’ve become one of the stars that everyone yearns for.”
“So?”
“Therefore, there may be lambs of Paradise who harbor intentions of possessing you. They’ll whisper sweet words, coated in good intentions, but filled with lies.”
Catherine’s voice and expression grew more serious as she continued, making it hard to believe she was lying.
Airi said that all the students here are kind…
“For your sake, please cultivate a sense of suspicion towards others so that you may remain in the sky for a long time. If you are easily deceived like this, you might end up being kept as a pet in someone’s house someday.”
“…You’re joking, right?”
A pet? I’m a human! Even if that’s the case, isn’t that going too far?
“I, I don’t want to be a Stella anymore.”
“Even a star that has fallen from its nest still shines, and there will always be those who covet it. Would you like to test it?”
“…No.”
Grandma, I’ve been scammed.
Not only did I get tricked into joining some weird club-like thing, but I might also end up as someone’s puppy if I’m not careful.
Ah, if only I had my phone, I could call and escape… My phone?
“Catherine, you said I could buy a phone with those ‘Talents,’ right?”
“That’s right. However, it’s exclusive to Paradise, so you can’t contact the outside world.”
Why is this place so thorough? This leaves me with no option but physical escape.
“Sigh… Forget it. Where should I go now? To a classroom to study?”
Thinking about it any longer will only give me a headache. I’ll definitely try to escape tonight, but before that, I need to act like an innocent student as much as possible.
This choker is a bit bothersome… But if I run away in the dead of night, even Catherine won’t be able to stop me.
“Yoojin, you’re now a member of Stella, so you’ll be doing things befitting of that role. First, let’s return to Keroom.”
What kind of things are befitting of that role? Sitting around and eating macarons? I wish it were that simple.
Ah, before that.
“So, Catherine. Why are you helping me so much? You said the love at first sight thing was a lie.”
“…You’re persistent. Just know that I’m indebted to your grandmother.”
My grandmother? From the way she picked me up at the entrance, it seems like there’s something between them… I’ve never heard of this before.
Ugh, the list of things I’m curious about just keeps growing. Even if I ask, she probably won’t tell me… I’ll have to ask Grandma when I get home.
After returning to Keroom, Catherine had me sit down and disappeared somewhere.
What am I supposed to do, abandoned alone in this large room? I have no phone, no comics… I’m bored…
Creak—
“Catherine?”
The door to Keroom opened, and a moment later, the person who entered was Choi Seoa.
It’s difficult to talk to her; she has this aura about her. I’d almost prefer Josephine…
Does Choi Seoa also have no interest in me? After glancing at me once, she returned to her seat and rummaged under her desk.
Of course, I’m bored, so I’m very interested in what she’s doing.
Rustle, rustle.
The item Choi Seoa pulled out from under the large round desk was a waist bag.
Choi Seoa stared at the bag for a moment, then left Keroom without a word.
But I saw it. The slight smile on her face when she looked at the bag.
…Should I secretly follow her? Catherine abandoned me and disappeared, so she can’t complain if I disappear too!
The moment I ambitiously stepped out of Keroom, I was grabbed by the back of my neck.
“Where do you think you’re going?”
“C-Catherine…”
Of all the timings…
“I specifically told you to wait quietly in Keroom.”
“I, I had to go to the bathroom!”
I feel like I’m getting better at lying thanks to Catherine. Well, it’s not really a lie since I do need to go.
“…I didn’t consider that. I apologize, Yoojin.”
“Don’t mention it. So, where’s the bathroom?”
“Normally, I would guide you to the Stella-exclusive restroom, but just this once, please use the general restroom at the end of the hall.”
Whoa, there’s a dedicated restroom? That’s extravagant.
“I’ll be back!”
“…Please, be careful.”
I skillfully slipped out of Catherine’s loosened grip and quickly walked towards the bathroom.
Of course, my real objective is to figure out where Choi Seoa is going. Honestly, I’m curious, aren’t you? It might not be anything special, but still.
‘…She’s going upstairs?’
Thanks to my quick pace, I was able to follow Choi Seoa as she ascended the stairs.
Despite her leisurely pace, she clutched the waist bag tightly, looking rather excited.
I’ve only ever seen her with a blank expression staring at the ceiling, so I didn’t know she could make other expressions.
Well, I want to follow her, but Catherine’s waiting, and I also need to use the bathroom, so next time.
Click—
‘Phew, no one’s here.’
Even though it’s been a while since I was reborn, it’s still awkward to be in a women’s restroom.
Ah, this isn’t the time for that. I need to quickly do my business and leave…?
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Hearing footsteps and voices approaching from outside, I dashed into a stall.
I didn’t do anything wrong, and I’m a girl now, so there’s no problem, but it’s still a bit awkward to see other students in the bathroom after that greeting.
“Cecilia, did you see her too?”
“Yes, of course. The newly born star…”
Crouched on the toilet, unsettling words reached my ears. Star? Stella?
“I was a fan of Karin, but I’ve decided to switch this time. I never imagined such a cute person would come…!”
“Fufu, Clara, you have good taste. I can’t resist those cheeks that look like I could eat them in one bite!”
“Oh, if I could just touch that chest that doesn’t match her small body even once, I wouldn’t regret spending a fortune…”
What the, these girls are scary.
They’re talking about me, right? Are they talking about touching and eating me?
Airi, you said the kids here were nice. Where did all the nice kids go and die!? Downgraded back to stupid perverts.
“Clara, since we’ve met as comrades… I’ll share a little of my collection with you.”
“T-This is… a picture of Yoojin!”
“I bought it from the photography club for a hefty sum of Talents. Isn’t her slightly trembling appearance cute? I’m thinking of printing it large and putting it up in my room.”
“Cecilia! Please, share your grace with me too!”
“Fufu, we’re already comrades, of course I will.”
“Kyaa! As expected, having friends is always a good thing!”
Catherine, hurry up and get me out of here. If they find me here, I think I’ll be eaten alive… Scary.
Click—
The two continued their conversation for a few more minutes before finally finishing their business, closing the door, and leaving the bathroom.
When Catherine mentioned the Stella-exclusive restroom, I thought it was just extravagance, but it was for survival.
No wonder Catherine told me to be careful just to go to the bathroom…
“Yoojin, did something happen?”
“A lot, a lot of things happened…”
“…I see you’ve had a hard time. The restroom for Yoojin will be finished soon, so don’t worry.”
After finishing my business and returning to Keroom, seeing Catherine’s face gave me a sense of relief.
This school is a den of beasts… I can’t let my guard down for a second.
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