The changes within the Shinomiya family seemed to have no impact on Shuchiin Academy.
The students were still chatting and laughing as they walked through the halls, unaware that the Shuchiin board of directors now had a new owner.
Student Council Room.
Kaguya sat on the sofa, her crimson eyes filled with seriousness.
"President."
She suddenly spoke, "I remember we were supposed to approve two more activity rooms for the Supernatural Investigation Club?"
Asuna paused what she was doing.
That was a promise she'd made to Lynn without authorization.
But…
As the Student Council President of Shuchiin, it wasn't unreasonable to use that level of authority.
It's just that…
Asuna sighed helplessly.
Kaguya, are you going to challenge President Lynn again?
"I don't think two activity rooms are enough!"
"...?"
Asuna looked at Kaguya in surprise, wondering if she'd heard her wrong.
"Kaguya, what did you just say?"
Kaguya replied seriously, "Two rooms aren't nearly enough to support the Supernatural Investigation Club's operations."
After thinking for a moment, Kaguya added, "Isn't the renovation of the old school building nearly complete?"
She suggested, "Why not allocate the entire old building to the Supernatural Investigation Club?"
"…??"
Is this still the same Kaguya?
For the first time, she actually contradicted her past stance and advocated for the harem club she'd always resisted?
Yuki also looked at Kaguya in surprise.
Weren't she and Lynn nearly at odds before? Why the sudden shift in attitude?
Her eyes flickered as she recalled a rumor from home.
The Shinomiya family…
Was it really taken down by 25 people?
Lynn Group…
Yuki narrowed her eyes.
Just hearing that name made it obvious—it was connected to Lynn.
Combined with Kaguya's shift in attitude today...
Fujiwara walked over, placed her hand on Kaguya's forehead, and asked curiously, "Did Kaguya hit her head?"
This wasn't the Kaguya she knew.
Kaguya calmly brushed her hand away and picked up the teacup on the table.
Suddenly, her slender fingers paused slightly.
"Why… is it white?"
Kaguya's pupils contracted, as if recalling some unpleasant memory. Her lips tightened.
Yuki explained, "Chika said she wanted to try tea with milk."
Then added curiously, "Though the taste is kind of weird…"
"Any problem?"
Kaguya was silent for a moment before saying reluctantly, "No, it's fine."
Still, she placed the milk tea back on the table.
She had already had enough this morning.
Yuki didn't notice her subtle change in expression.
She was more focused on Kaguya's relationship with Lynn.
And the Lynn Group...
The Suou family also had connections with that group.
Unlike the Shinomiya family, their deep heritage gave them insight.
They could tell Lynn's business wasn't ordinary.
Like that scarlet ore—
Definitely not a common mineral.
And the claim that it carried sun properties?
To most, it sounded like typical exaggeration.
But the Lynn Group's name made them take it seriously.
So they watched quietly.
Eventually, they bought some for testing.
With the help of a special agency, they confirmed that it did carry sun-like properties.
Weapons forged from it could harm vampires.
That alone convinced the Suou family:
The Lynn Group was a supernatural force.
As they considered how to approach Lynn for collaboration and entry into the supernatural world…
They got bad news about the Shinomiya family.
It was hard to believe, but there's no smoke without fire.
Today, seeing Kaguya's attitude, everything clicked for Suou.
It confirmed the truth:
The Lynn Group must be owned by Lynn.
But what exactly did Lynn do to subdue a giant like the Shinomiya family in mere days?
More importantly, what was Kaguya's relationship with him now?
Yuki didn't hesitate and asked directly, "Kaguya, what's your relationship with Lynn now?"
"...?"
Asuna was startled by the question.
Fujiwara froze, her eyes turning contemplative.
She clearly had heard about the Shinomiya family too.
Kaguya answered calmly, "I am now Master Lynn's personal maid."
"...Personal maid?"
Yuki was stunned.
Being a maid was one thing, but… personal maid?
Hold on!
The once aloof and proud lady is now someone's personal maid?
Yuki's expression turned strange.
Lynn, you've got some real tastes...
Fujiwara opened her mouth to say something, but in the end stayed silent.
Seeing her friend like this made Fujiwara sad.
But her family had warned her—don't provoke Lynn, and definitely don't stand up for Kaguya.
Clearly, the Fujiwara family knew more than most.
Only Asuna remained confused.
The Yuuki family was still a newer clan, and lacked insider info.
So, she didn't know the full story behind the Shinomiya downfall.
She was simply shocked that Kaguya had gone from ice queen to personal maid.
Still, Kaguya didn't seem the type to lie.
And if what she said was true...
That would mean even the Shinomiya family had fallen.
How else could they let their eldest daughter become another man's personal maid?
Asuna stayed silent for a long time before finally accepting the reality.
So Lynn had acted?
Asuna pondered quietly.
Having seen Lynn in action, she figured it wouldn't be hard for him to take down a major family.
But...
Was it because of something Kaguya said?
"Kaguya..."
Fujiwara looked at her, a little worried.
Kaguya remained indifferent, "Don't worry. I'm fine now."
Aside from a few embarrassing duties as a personal maid, she was actually quite content!
Her scarlet eyes swept over Asuna, Yuki, and Chika.
With Lynn's authority, Kaguya could feel the heat from the Evil Piece in her chest.
These three... were all excellent Peerage candidates!
Kaguya recalled Ai's words.
Forming a group of devil maids...
This was the perfect chance!
But considering Yuki and Fujiwara's personalities...
They didn't seem very suitable.
Their business skills were probably on par with hers.
If more clumsy maids showed up, Ai would collapse from stress, right?
Asuna might be a better fit.
That gentle nature... clearly suited to becoming Master Lynn's personal chef!
Kaguya's crimson eyes gleamed.
She suddenly raised her finger.
Buzz—
Cold air began to gather at her fingertip!
Yuki's eyes widened.
"Huh?"
Fujiwara was stunned. "Kaguya, what are you doing?"
Without a word, Kaguya pointed toward the cup on the table.
Crack—
A crisp freezing sound rang out.
The steaming milk tea was instantly frozen solid!
"...It's a supernatural power!!"
Yuki shouted.
Fujiwara's eyes sparkled. "Wow! Kaguya, that's amazing!"
Asuna gaped, staring blankly at the frost on Kaguya's finger.
So it really was supernatural?!
But... how?
Wasn't Kaguya just an ordinary person like them?
Asuna fell silent.
The biggest shock...
Kaguya had become Lynn's personal maid!
So that was the reason?
Yuki naturally thought of this and asked, "Was it because of Lynn?"
Kaguya nodded.
"Even though I nearly caused a disaster, Master Lynn still granted me this power without holding a grudge!"
As she spoke, Kaguya carefully observed their expressions.
No one can escape from being a personal maid!
Yuki stood stunned.
She used to mock Kaguya's ignorance.
Yet now, Kaguya had taken the lead in gaining the supernatural power the Suou family had long sought?
Damn it!!
She felt jealous.
The Shinomiya family lost everything, but somehow, it felt like they gained even more.
Asuna fell deep into thought.
So if you became a personal maid… you'd gain power?
Then...
Was Senjougahara Hitagi in the same situation?
Asuna squinted, thinking she should confirm it.
Fujiwara clung to Kaguya's arm, her eyes glued to her frost-covered finger.
She was even tempted to touch it.
But Kaguya quickly retracted her hand.
"Kaguya, you're so stingy!"
Fujiwara pouted.
Kaguya gave her a blank look.
This airheaded girl with nothing but boobs—wasn't she afraid of frostbite?
Fujiwara pouted and clung harder, but Kaguya remained unmoved.
Eventually, Fujiwara calmed down and asked expectantly, "Hey Kaguya, can I get powers too?"
The entire room went silent.
Yuki and Asuna pretended not to care, but their ears were clearly tuned in.
Supernatural power…
Who wouldn't want it?
Kaguya narrowed her eyes.
Exactly the reaction she wanted.
"Of course."
She felt the signal from her Evil Piece and nodded without hesitation.
"As long as Master Lynn bestows his gift, you can be just like me."
"But..."
Yuki and Asuna took note but stayed quiet.
Still, they listened closely.
"How to receive his gift... that's up to you."
Yuki thought for a moment and said, "Just like you? Become Lynn's personal maid?"
Kaguya said nothing, but gave her a meaningful glance.
That was all the confirmation they needed.
Fujiwara slapped her forehead, then her eyes lit up.
"Oh, I got it!"
"Why don't I just marry my sister off to him?"
"…?"
Kaguya was speechless.
(To be continued.)