After reading the messages in the group, Akane Nishino, who was sitting in the garden, was so shocked that her hand trembled, spilling the hot black tea onto her skirt.
"Ah!"
"It's hot—"
Feeling the sudden burning sensation on her thigh, Akane couldn't help but let out a sharp cry.
The maid waiting nearby, hearing her young mistress's cry, rushed over in a panic to check on her.
"Young Miss, are you alright?"
"Young Miss, should we call a doctor?"
"..."
Akane slowly looked down at her white skirt, now stained with tea, and her brows furrowed slightly.
"It's nothing, it just spilled on my skirt. I'll go back and change into a new one."
Akane shook her head, indicating she was fine.
She then got up and left the garden, returning to her room to change out of the tea-stained skirt.
After putting on a fresh one, she turned her attention back to the chat group.
At that moment, everyone in the group was discussing the situation in Akane's world.
[Dongfang Huaizhu]: I thought Akane Nishino's world would be an ordinary one without any supernatural powers. Who would have thought there'd be so many Demon Kings!
[Athena]: It is quite surprising. A world guarded by many Demon Kings... if they get the chance, they would definitely invade other worlds.
[Akane Nishino]: Ah! If they invade other worlds, wouldn't that make my place very dangerous?!
Hearing Athena's words, a look of horror flashed across Akane's face.
She didn't believe that human weapons in her world could withstand an invasion by those supernatural Demon Kings and monsters.
In fact, Akane's fear was correct.
In the original timeline's plot, there was a future arc where the male protagonist (Cid Kagenou), after being reborn in the other world, briefly returned to modern Earth.
By the time he returned, the modern world had already undergone drastic changes.
Mana—which shouldn't have existed—had appeared in the world, followed by the emergence of countless magical beasts, plunging human civilization into an apocalyptic era.
Correspondingly, humans also developed "Heroes" capable of using mana to fight the monsters. It is worth noting that Akane herself became one of these Heroes, fighting desperately for humanity's survival.
However, after Yuki obtained the information from the Shadow Garden world, he discovered that the future fate of the modern world hadn't changed much.
It was still destined to be invaded.
The only difference was the lack of the male protagonist to "save the day" or intervene.
The final outcome, naturally, was humanity being wiped out by the monsters.
And Akane's future also ended with her falling in battle against the overwhelming hordes.
[Yuki]: Akane Nishino, your concern is valid. In the future I saw, you will die in battle...
Yuki briefly explained how the future modern world would be invaded by monsters from other dimensions.
After listening, Akane felt her hands and feet turn cold, as if she had fallen into an ice cellar.
[Akane Nishino]: How could this be... This world is actually headed for an apocalyptic ending!!!"
Such an ending was naturally unacceptable to Akane.
[Artemis]: Don't panic, little Akane! You have us now, don't you!
[Saeko Busujima]: That's right. Yuki told you this news. Doesn't that mean you now have a direction to change your fate?
Hearing everyone's words, Akane came to her senses.
'That's right! I still have everyone in the group!
And Yuki-kun is so strong! He must have a way!'
Akane then hurriedly sent another message in the group.
[Akane Nishino]: Thank you, everyone! Thank you, Yuki-kun.
[Akane Nishino]: Yuki-kun, I want to become stronger. I want to change the future. What should I do?
[Yuki]: Go train in the other world. Establish an organization. Build up strength to resist the coming disaster.
Yuki gave a simple and direct answer.
[Akane Nishino]: But how do I get to the other world?
Akane had hit the nail on the head. As someone with no magical power and no ability to travel between worlds, how could she possibly reach the parallel dimension?
[Yuki]: That is indeed a problem. But it's fine. I happen to have some free time right now. I'll come over myself.
[Akane Nishino]: !!!
Hearing that Yuki would personally come, a look of pure joy instantly appeared on Akane's face.
The thought of finally meeting the Yuki she had been dreaming about day and night made the girl's heart flutter uncontrollably.
[Akane Nishino]: W-wouldn't that be too much trouble for you, Yuki-kun?
[Yuki]: It's no trouble.
Yuki simply replied to Akane, then stepped out of the bathtub.
With a light snap of his fingers, his body was instantly dry again.
Casually creating a brand new set of clothes, he manipulated the laws of the world to slow down the flow of time in the Date A Live universe...
Then, Yuki activated the Stargate, and his figure vanished from the spot.
....
Shadow Garden World, Modern Era.
Akane Nishino immediately wanted to prepare. She hurried over to her vanity, quickly picking up a comb to tidy her appearance.
Just as she was hesitating about whether to put on some lipstick, a mysterious Stargate suddenly appeared in her room.
Akane turned her head in astonishment and saw a figure slowly step out.
There was Yuki, treading upon starlight, surrounded by constellations, descending before Akane like a celestial being.
His face was handsome with sharp, chiseled features, and between his brows was a trace of pristine, unearthly coolness.
His long, slender eyes were like deep pools, sparkling with a light of wisdom akin to the vast cosmos, capable of captivating one's soul.
Beneath his high-bridged nose, the corners of his lips curved upward slightly, outlining a perfect arc.
His features seemed meticulously carved by the heavens, exuding a breathtaking charm.
Upon seeing Yuki in person, Akane's pupils instantly dilated, as if held fast by some mysterious force.
Her breathing grew rapid, a faint blush rose to her cheeks, and a surge of indescribable, turbulent emotion welled up in her heart.
Her gaze became infatuated and dazed, unable to tear itself away from his every movement, his every expression.
That look was like being lost in a dazzling sea of flowers, intoxicated by the enchanting radiance emanating from his beautiful face and extraordinary bearing.
Looking at the stunned Akane, Yuki smiled gently and said:
"Wake up, Akane Nishino."
"Ah?!"
The girl, jolted out of her reverie by Yuki, instantly snapped back to reality.
Noticing Yuki's faint, amused smile directed at her, Akane felt waves of mortifying embarrassment wash over her.
Her cheeks instantly flushed a deep red, as if scorched by flame.
Her heartbeat accelerated, and her breathing became agitated and uneasy.
Her eyes flickered uncertainly, not daring to meet his gaze directly.
"Yu... Yuki-kun, I..."
Akane's fingers unconsciously began to lightly fidget with the hem of her clothes, her heart filled with intense unease.
Yuki merely gave a calm smile. Knowing Akane's current embarrassment, he didn't bring it up.
"It's rare for me to visit. Isn't Akane Nishino going to properly play host?"
"Ah! Oh! Right, right, right!"
"Please, this way, Yuki-kun."
Only then did Akane remember she needed to entertain Yuki.
With Akane leading the way, Yuki followed her through the luxurious corridors and into the living room.