Volume 1 Chapter 78 Press Conference (II)
"What do you mean?"
"""""What!!!"""""
Seeing Kagawa prompting a hesitant Sakurako to speak, the reporters were taken aback.
This was a clear breach of etiquette as it was Sakurako's time to speak.
However, Kagawa's statement... was actually 'directed by Sakurako.'
Why?
...Because by having Kagawa guide her, it would lead to the development Sakurako envisioned.
"...Let me explain in order. First, when Omega appeared on the 49th floor and assisted the C-class Seeker clan 'Valkyrie,' there was... that phenomenon where the 'Talking Monster Baron's' massive Flame Ball was instantaneously frozen. Omega called it 'magic,' but that is incorrect. That was an 'undiscovered skill' that has only just been discovered."
"""""W-What!"""""
The reporters in the venue couldn't help but exclaim at Sakurako's explanation.
And this reaction from the reporters was also 'as expected,' and everything was progressing according to the script.
"...So, it was a misunderstanding on Omega's part?"
Furthermore, Kagawa supported Sakurako's narrative development.
"Yes... but it's not just a *simple* misunderstanding..."
"What do you mean?"
"This is... something very difficult to say... it's like Omega's... illness."
"Huh? An illness...?"
"""""Illness?"""""
Sakurako's statement caused a stir among the reporters.
"Indeed. Omega is... a severe 'chuunibyou sufferer.'"
"Huh!?"
"""""Whaat!!!!"""""
Sakurako's statement froze not only the venue but also viewers at home.
However, the reactions in the 'bulletin board' were...
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...Responses from the D-Streamer bulletin board community (you all)
333: Anonymous D-Streamer
[Breaking News] Omega-sama has been revealed as our comrade.
Comrade
334: Anonymous D-Streamer
Yes!!!
Omega-sama, you were on our side!!!
335: Anonymous D-Streamer
I see.
So Omega-sama was on this side...
Huh?
What's that?
Sweat from my eyes?
336: Anonymous D-Streamer
>335
That's what they call happy tears.
337: Anonymous D-Streamer
>335
It's okay to cry.
338: Anonymous D-Streamer
What's that?
I heard Omega-sama has Chuunibyou.
I don't know why, but I'm really moved right now.
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Thus, a mysterious wave of emotion was sweeping over.
The story of Sakurako continues.
* * *
"In other words... the Omega known as Seeker wanted to call this skill 'magic.' As far as I'm concerned, skill and magic are pretty much the same fantasy thing, so I don't think it's wrong... "
"Chuunibyou... patient... In other words, Omega has 'severe Chuunibyou'? "
"So, that means, all of their past statements and actions stemmed from that delusional tendency... is that what you're saying?!"
"Are you saying that every statement made by Omega as Seeker was all... falsehoods?! "
Rustle... rustle... rustle rustle rustle rustle!!!
Once a quiet venue, it quickly turned chaotic as one reporter's question led to a flurry of inquiries directed at Sakurako.
"Please be quiet... please remain calm."
The host, Kagawa, calmly urged the reporters to settle down.
Well, since it was Kagawa who started the flow, it's a bit ironic to say, "Don't say that!" but none of the excited reporters noticed this.
After a while, the venue regained its composure... noticing this, Sakurako prepared to speak again.
"Now, what you all asked me is mostly correct. However... it's not 'a lie,' you know? For Omega, who suffers from a severe case of chuunibyou, 'undiscovered skills' are 'magic,' and that becomes 'reality.' ...That's how it is."
Sakurako said this, gently smiling with a hint of sorrow.
That smile was filled with a sense of tragedy, and the reporters finally began to understand what Sakurako was trying to convey through her expression and reactions.
"I see... Omega is suffering from such a heavy illness...!"
"Until just now, I thought, 'I will expose the truth about Omega!' or 'Omega is just a suspicious fraud!' How could I have such a petty and vile mindset... I'm so ashamed!!"
"I get it... I understand. I could have easily become one of those chuunibyou patients if I had taken a wrong step. Don't give up, Omega... ugh!"
"..."
Sakurako briefly shifted from her sorrowful expression to a calm gaze, checking the atmosphere of the venue.
Currently, in the press conference room, Sakurako's 'intended message'... that is, 'From now on, please don't take Omega's words too seriously. After all, he suffers from severe chuunibyou. Rather, please watch over him warmly (heart)' spread throughout the room, and simultaneously, a wave of 'self-loathing' swept over almost all the reporters present.
Everything was 'according to the script.'
And then, Sakurako continued her words, moving towards the 'final touch.'
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