As Miyuki stepped onto the podium, a collective gasp of admiration rippled through the hall from every direction.
"As expected, no one can resist Miyuki's charm," Tatsuya murmured softly, his eyes discreetly scanning the surroundings to ensure everything was in order.
Not far from him, a cute girl with brown hair was stealing glances at Tatsuya. Her purple eyes sparkled beautifully, reminiscent of polished gemstones.
"Honoka, is that him?" asked another girl beside her. She was petite, with a flat yet cool expression.
"Mm. Shizuku, do you know who he is?"
Shizuku gave a small nod. "Tatsuya Yotsuba. The Prince of the Yotsuba Family."
"Eh? You mean the famous Magic Prince?"
"Mm. It might be difficult if you're planning to pursue him."
"Hah... of course. After all, he's from the Ten Master Clans. How could an ordinary girl like me even stand a chance?" Honoka slumped, looking utterly dejected.
Shizuku remained silent for a moment before adding in a teasing tone, "If you don't mind being a concubine, there might still be a chance."
"A concubine?! How could you say that!" Honoka's face turned as red as a tomato. She stood up abruptly to scold her friend, drawing the attention of the nearby students.
Realizing her blunder, Honoka froze and sat back down, looking bashful. Shizuku smiled faintly, reaching out to pat Honoka's head.
"Then, you'll just have to fight for him. If you fail, the concubine option is always there."
Honoka blushed furiously, but this time, she didn't deny it.
Ten years ago, the government had legalized polygamy specifically for talented magicians. The official reason was the empowerment of gifted mages, but many irregularities surrounded the passing of this law.
According to rumors, the Yotsuba Family was the one who initiated the rule. No one knew their true objective, but it was clear they had successfully bent the nation's laws using their untouchable prestige.
"A concubine... I hope I can do it," Honoka whispered under her breath. Even Shizuku, sitting right next to her, didn't catch a word.
By sheer coincidence, Tatsuya happened to be observing the two of them. He was interested because they were the main heroines in the "original story," but he accidentally caught Honoka's faint murmur.
'Is this destiny?' Tatsuya's heart raced, though he maintained his signature cool poker face.
On the podium, Miyuki caught sight of Tatsuya watching Honoka and Shizuku. A surge of jealousy flared within her, causing her voice to falter slightly—just enough to catch Tatsuya's attention.
When Tatsuya looked her way, Miyuki flashed him a sweet smile. It was adorable, yet it carried an underlying aura that felt menacing and dangerous.
'Ah, I'm in trouble.'
Miyuki continued her speech. Tatsuya didn't dare look away again, keeping his eyes fixed on his sister with a soft, steady gaze. Miyuki's cheeks flushed, growing warm under the intensity of his stare. Even though it was just Tatsuya's usual look, Miyuki's heart tended to overreact to his attention.
Fortunately, she managed to maintain her composure until the end, finishing her speech to thunderous applause.
The freshman orientation ended without further incident. Tatsuya and Miyuki were placed in Class 1-A, along with Honoka and Shizuku. However, they had barely settled into their seats when the Student Council summoned them.
The moment they arrived at the Student Council room, Miyuki entered high-alert mode. Her gaze was as sharp as a spear, leaving Mayumi momentarily speechless. After a brief introduction, Mayumi got straight to the point.
"How about you two join the Student Council?"
"???" Tatsuya's face was a map of confusion. Miyuki was equally puzzled.
"Doesn't the Student Council only need one new member? Why was I invited too?" Tatsuya asked.
Mayumi offered a smile so sweet it could cause cavities. Ichihara Suzune touched her forehead with a helpless expression, while Nakajou Azusa blushed and stole a shy glance at Tatsuya.
"Mayumi-san... don't tell me you just want me here for your own reasons?"
"Exactly! If Tatsuya-kun is here, Miyuki and I will be much more motivated to work!"
Tatsuya fell silent, completely at a loss for words. Meanwhile, Miyuki's cheeks turned pink—she was likely imagining something far too inappropriate to describe.
"I refuse."
"Why?!" Mayumi and Miyuki cried out in unison.
Tatsuya gave a small, wry smile. "Because I don't want to?"
"Onii-sama, won't you reconsider?" Miyuki pleaded. She looked so fragile that it was almost impossible to say no.
But Tatsuya had a trump card.
"Ah, maybe it's better if I talk to Auntie again about our living arrangements."
"No! It's fine if Onii-sama refuses to join the council! Just please, don't change that!"
Miyuki's eyes welled up as if she were about to burst into tears at any second.
'Ah, I might have overdone it.' Tatsuya smiled apologetically and gently stroked Miyuki's head.
Mayumi watched them with pure envy, her cheeks puffing out like a cute meat bun—practically begging someone to pinch them.
To be continued...
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