Zongman, Rebirth of the Heaven-Defying Kirito

Although she confirmed that her brother was still the same as always, the seeds of a sense of crisis had already been sown.

It all stems from the thought that 'one day I will leave myself'.

Suguha knew it wasn't good to keep this to herself, but she couldn't very well talk to her brother face-to-face, could she?

No, just thinking about it makes me shy.

Then how about we talk to the classmates?

No, no, how could I possibly say that I like my own brother?

After much internal struggle, Suguha thought of two people—Umaru and Sagiri.

Ever since they learned that Suguha's 'older sister' was actually Kiriko, the three of them have become a close-knit group.

The other party frequently sends messages asking about Kiriko's next appearance time, which makes Suguha very confused. Will her brother really appear again?

But as their younger sister, I think they would understand if I discussed it with them.

After some deliberation, Suguha finally asked a question in the group chat:

[Suguha: Um... I've been really troubled by something lately, I wonder if any of you have encountered this?]

The message arrived quickly.

[Xiao Mai: What's bothering you? Tell us, maybe we can help you solve it.]

[Suguha: Well... my brother might have a girlfriend.]

[Xiao Mai: What? I thought it was something big. Congratulations!]

[Sagiri: Congratulations!~]

The other party had clearly misunderstood something, and Suguha quickly explained:

[Sugono: That's not the point!]

Umaru: Isn't it here? What's that?

[Suguha: Onii-chan is going to be stolen away by another girl!]

【...】

The group chat fell silent for a moment, and no one spoke again.

Even now, Naoya, noticing that she had sent a message, is still blushing.

It's been sent...sent out.

Oh no, will they both think I'm a weirdo?

At this point, someone spoke again in the group chat, and this time it was very direct.

[Umaru: So Suguha likes her brother?]

Suguha: No, no, no!

Suguha: What's with all the talk about liking...?

Suguha: At the end of the day, our relationship is just that of siblings...

[Umaru: I've seen through everything.jpg]

[Umaru: There's no need to hide anything, I understand.]

[Sagiri: I understand.]

The situation became extremely awkward once again.

In the end, Suguha resigned herself to her fate.

[Suguha: So what do you think I should do?]

[Xiao Mai: First of all, it's impossible for my brother not to find a girlfriend. Instead of continuing to worry about it, we should cherish the time we have together now.]

Suguha thought it made a lot of sense, since no matter what, she couldn't control her brother's life.

But some people jumped out to object.

[Sagiri: Why does my brother insist on having a girlfriend? Isn't it better to be with his sister?]

...The two remained silent, each sensing that someone else's condition was more serious than Suguha's.

[Umaru: Let's not talk about this anymore. Let's discuss how to get my brother to pay more attention to me.]

Suguha: I have no objection.

[Sagiri: Okay.]

Finally, the topic returned to its core.

[Umaru: I think if you want your brother to always pay attention to you, you have to learn the ultimate secret of Himouto!]

[The Ultimate Technique?!] Leafa & Sagiri

Although I don't know what she's talking about, the words "ultimate secret" instantly elevate her status.

The two waited quietly for what would follow.

[Xiao Mai: That's right, the ultimate secret is—strategic weakness!]

[Sugoro: What exactly does the so-called 'strategic show of weakness' mean?]

[Xiao Mai: It's simple, just deliberately make him feel like you can't live without him!]

what?

Can it still be like this?

At this time, not only Suguha, but even Sagiri was seriously studying this theory.

But her small eyes were filled with great doubt.

[Xiao Mai: For example, I always ask my brother to buy me a big bottle of Coke when he gets off work. Even though he keeps saying, 'I just can't do anything with you,' I still obediently stop by the supermarket on my way home every time.]

[Xiaomai: And also, every time a new game comes out, I whine and beg him until he buys it for me...]

Then Umaru shared all her experiences, big and small, as if she knew them by heart, leaving Suguha and Sagiri completely stunned.

Is this how younger sisters are these days?

While Suguha wouldn't dare call herself the pillar of the family, she is certainly responsible for preparing three meals a day, except in certain special circumstances.

Although Sagiri has kept herself locked in her room for many years, she has such great drawing skills that she can support herself by drawing illustrations online.

What kind of younger sister lives like a hamster?

Hey, you met me today.

Although I don't know if it will come in handy, I still made a note of it. If there's a place where it might be useful, I can use it as a reference.

[Xiao Mai: Okay, let's welcome the next contestant to share!]

[Sagiri: Huh? Should I say it too?]

[Umaru: Come on, come on! It's just the sisters sharing their experiences, so don't worry about Onii-chan and the others seeing it.]

[Sagiri: Okay, actually... I don't have any good methods either. If I had to say... wouldn't it be better to just raise my brother to be a siscon?]

The message was sent out, and the group fell silent.

The other two people in front of the screen had a look on their faces that said, 'What is this guy talking about?'

[Umaru: Is this kind of thing really possible in real life?]

[Suguha: Will this break the law or something?]

[Sagiri: What do you take me for? My brother just watched some... little sister-themed works, and through long-term exposure, he naturally became like that.]

Umaru: What?! I thought there would be a basement scene, and some unknown drugs injected into it. Haha...

It was clear from Xiaomai's message that the other party breathed a sigh of relief.

[Sagiri: Speaking of which, I have some leftover works here. They're just sitting there anyway, so feel free to use them if you need them.]

[Umaru: I want them! Watch me hide them all under my brother's pillow and give him a big surprise.]

[Sagiri: Where's Suguha?]

[Suguha: I still...]

She meant to politely decline, but unfortunately, someone had already answered for her.

[Umaru: Suguha, please accept it too. I already said it's just sitting there anyway. I'll bring it over next time I'm passing by.]

Having said that, it would be impolite to refuse, so I had no choice but to agree.

Suguha: Okay.

[Umaru: Next up is Leafa. Tell me how you usually do it?]

[Suguha: Huh? Should I say it too?]

[Sagiri: It's only fair if all three of them speak!]

Suguha: Hmm, okay.

Suguha begins to recall her memories with her older brother, which, to be honest, seem very ordinary compared to the two of them.

Even Suguha couldn't help but wonder if she really had something that attracted her brother.

In Umaru's words, she obviously doesn't have any unique 'little sister attributes'.

In fact, every word she said attracted attention.

[Suguha: I'm usually in charge of cooking at home...]

[Umaru: Wow! My little sister is in charge of cooking and stuff.]

[Sagiri: In my family, my older brother is in charge, and he's also responsible for serving the food.]

Suguha frowned slightly. Was this something to be praised for?

Suguha: We go to school together every day...

Umaru: It's a pity my brother has his own job.

[Sagiri: ...currently on leave of absence from school.]

Ah, this...

[Suguha: When we have free time, we often play games and practice swordsmanship at the dojo.]

[Xiao Mai: I'm so envious. My brother kept lecturing me. It's just that I played the game a little longer. If we could play together, it would be double the fun.]

[Sagiri: Indeed.]

Seeing that both of them had left messages, Suguha was a little confused.

Why does it seem like... I'm the one who has the best relationship with my brother?