"So, Mutsumi, are you getting jealous?"
Faced with the Mutsumi's question, Kamijou Mutsuki had no intention of answering directly, and instead threw the question back at her.
"Don't worry— I love both of them equally!"
"..."
The Mutsumi showed no intention of replying, instead attempting to pierce Kamijou Mutsuki's psychological defenses with a death stare.
"…If you keep this up, I'm going to sue you for the female gaze, you know, Ms. Wakaba Mutsumi~"
Seeing that the Mutsumi had no reaction at all, like a doll, Kamijou Mutsuki found it rather boring.
"But you're paying this much attention to other women… aren't you being a bit disrespectful to me, your fiancé?"
That's right—Kamijou Mutsuki was the Mutsumi's fiancé.
Which also meant that the Mutsumi was Kamijou Mutsuki's fiancée.
If someone who didn't know the truth heard this, words like "arranged marriage" or "childhood sweethearts" would surely pop into their head.
But in reality, the relationship between Kamijou Mutsuki and the Mutsumi—if not life-and-death comrades—could at least be described as complete strangers.
The one who actually had a close relationship with Kamijou Mutsuki was the Mutsumi's father…
Well, at least on the surface.
In fact, among the three bands in MyGO!!!!!, Wakaba Mutsumi's family background could be considered relatively well-off.
However, compared to families with more ordinary circumstances, Mutsumi's parents were actually easier for Kamijou Mutsuki to deal with.
For example, Take—though her family wasn't particularly wealthy, her parents wouldn't sell their daughter for profit.
But Mr. Wakaba, a well-known comedian who, despite being only middle-aged, still wanted to push his career further—that was another matter.
Of course, it didn't have to be put so harshly.
Mr. Wakaba was simply advancing his own career while also finding his daughter a good match. A win-win situation like that—why refuse it?
As for the Mutsumi's attitude…
What does a child know?
Parents are doing this for your own good. You'll understand in the future!
And so, while the Mutsumi was still nursing a heart wounded on both sides, she inexplicably gained a fiancé.
As for Kamijou Mutsuki's stated reason for approaching the Mutsumi…
Yes—having her voice his animation.
This was also why, when Kamijou Mutsuki explained himself, the Mutsumi's attitude became even more serious.
Having her wasn't enough, and he still wanted to make a move on Soyo—why not just take Sakiko along in one sweep?
"I…"
Faced with Kamijou Mutsuki bringing up his identity as her fiancé, the Mutsumi clearly showed signs of wavering, even temporarily losing the energy to worry about Soyo.
"For our first meeting, isn't it a bit inappropriate to keep talking about other women?"
"More importantly… Mutsumi, how do you see me, your future other half?"
"…You are my fiancé. My future husband."
Her opinion—what opinion could she possibly have?
In truth, because of his sudden appearance and his intention to approach Soyo, the Mutsumi's initial impression of Kamijou Mutsuki wasn't very good.
But what meaning did a doll's thoughts even have?
Or rather—how could a doll have thoughts of its own?
An oppressive upbringing since childhood had made the Mutsumi almost accustomed to obedience.
Thus, her attitude toward Kamijou Mutsuki was purely a matter of status—there was not the slightest personal judgment.
"So… that means you're not satisfied, huh?"
Kamijou Mutsuki, however, read a different meaning from her words.
"..."
Unexpectedly, the Mutsumi didn't refute him.
"In fact, at first, I wasn't really planning on this either."
Seeing the Mutsumi lying back in resigned compliance, Kamijou Mutsuki felt bored, and decided to drop a bomb.
"If you really aren't satisfied… how about I tell that old man, Wakaba, to cancel our engagement? After all, it's just verbal…"
That's right—even though he thought the "Cucumber Hero" was cute, Kamijou Mutsuki had originally approached her father simply to find a voice actor.
But, unfortunately, that old man had misunderstood and was zealously trying to marry off his daughter.
Even so, the engagement between Kamijou Mutsuki and the Mutsumi was only verbal—it carried no binding force whatsoever.
The old man's attitude was basically "let's just see how it goes," but the Mutsumi, being an obedient child, was stubborn.
"Cancel the engagement…"
Upon hearing Kamijou Mutsuki, the Mutsumi's golden eyes brightened slightly—but quickly dimmed again.
Even if she canceled the engagement with him, did a doll really have the right to decide her own marriage?
In the end… it would all be the same.
"I will fulfill my duties as a fiancée, and as a wife."
The Mutsumi looked as if she had finally made a decision, staring at Kamijou Mutsuki with resolve.
"So… you can't lay a hand on Soyo!"
Her own life was set, but at least she could protect Soyo.
Although Soyo probably didn't think highly of the Mutsumi—after all, that remark "I never really enjoyed playing in a band" had dealt a final blow to Crychic—she never took the initiative to contact Sakiko for her, only spoke politely.
But the Mutsumi didn't care about the relationship between Soyo and Sakiko—that was childhood friends, a soul half.
In fact, Soyo was already the person the Mutsumi cared about most, apart from Sakiko.
Even if Soyo scolded her, her thoughts still lingered on Soyo…
She really… I'm crying here.
"I thought Soyo was unbeatable, but it turns out someone is braver than her. Whose subordinate is she anyway?"
The Mutsumi's words almost made Kamijou Mutsuki laugh.
Previously, he had said Anon acted too normal to be a proper heroine, but look—here comes the Mutsumi, stepping in perfectly.
Soyo was already skilled enough to compete with Ryō-sensei for the top spot, but the Mutsumi was even more formidable.
"I never expected my fiancée to be such a casual person… honestly, it makes me a little angry."
"Not… casual!"
Kamijou Mutsuki's words clearly touched the pure girl's bottom line, and even a doll could show anger.
"Isn't this making you angry? What's the matter, dare to contradict me, but don't dare resist your father?"
However, facing the Mutsumi's dissatisfaction, Kamijou Mutsuki just smiled.
"..."
The Mutsumi had nothing to say.
"It's… different…"
After a long silence, she finally spoke in a low tone.
Listening to him, she thought—is he really my dad?
Oh… he really is!
"Alright then, let's leave it at that for now."
Kamijou Mutsuki didn't get angry. He knew that habits ingrained since childhood were not easily changed.
Besides, he was the one who had caused the Mutsumi's predicament. Even without ill intent, he hadn't refused—so to blame the girl for lacking initiative would be too petty.
After all, this was just the beginning. Watching a doll gradually transform into a true human—that was the real fun.
His reason for not refusing Mr. Wakaba? He wanted to see how this cute doll would react to the situation.
"But what I said before… still stands."
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