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Ivy Melty Chapter 21

DISCLAIMER: I just deepl and google translated my way through this because I wanted to know what’s going on, so there are definitely mistakes but I believe I managed the general gist of the story. Anyway, it’s just a fan-made translation solely for entertainment purposes. Morganatic Idol belongs to Cybird and ABC Frontier, Inc.

In the end, my contract with Aegis came to an end without anything being done since then.

(I worked so hard and longed for it so much. The time to quit went by so fast ...)

(How did this happen?)

--flashback--

Ivy: From now on, we will be together forever. I will protect you. You don’t have to worry about anything.

Ivy: I will protect you from everything that tries to take you away from me …

--flashback end--

(It's true that I was subjected to unreasonable treatment at the company, and I was also talked behind my back. And on top of that, there was that incident with Yamauchi-san ...)

(Is Ivy-san right, was Aegis not right for me? Was this really the right choice?)

... I don't know. I can't think straight. My head has been in turmoil ever since that night.

And then.

Ivy: Rina-chan, I'm coming in.*

When Ivy-san came into the room, he smiled happily.

Ivy: Your contract with Aegis has finally ended. I'm so glad you're free.

He sat down next to me and hugged me gently.

Ivy: I am very proud of you. That's great.

Ivy: I'll protect you from now on. You don't have to worry about anything anymore.

("Protect." That word again ...)

He says he will protect me, but put his arms around me so tightly as if restraining me.

I can't help but feel a certain discomfort in his words and demeanor ...

(But ... Ivy-san is really worried about me.)

Because I knew this, I couldn't refuse his gentle hand that had supported me all this time.

Rina: ...

Ivy: What's wrong? I'm right here with you, so there's nothing to be worried about.

Rina: Ivy-san ...

Ivy: Ah, that's right. I have to tell you what's going to happen next.

In a cheerful voice, Ivy-san begins to talk about his future plans.

... I couldn't believe what I was hearing.

Ivy: Corsa has been contracted to produce the CM.

Rina: Is Corsa the Corsa Agency?

It's the largest advertising agency in Japan, even larger than Aegis.

(I believe they were a strong candidate for this competition as well. I remember they were talking with exe at the Essence show before.)

(But I never thought I'd see Corsa's name mentioned here ...)

I couldn't hide my surprise, but Ivy-san continued his explanation.

Ivy: In choosing Corsa, I had three conditions.

Ivy: First, we need to use the project that you have created. Second, I want you to be the director of the project.

Rina: !? W-wait a minute.

(I was only a staff member, so it would be absurd for me to be a director. No, it's more than that ...!)

Rina: That's not going to happen. The plan has certainly been rethought for re-presentation.

Rina: But the main idea was created when I was at Aegis. I believe the rights to the project still belong to Aegis.

... He seemed to calm down and consented to my words.

Ivy: Of course, I've already thought of that.

Ivy: The third condition is that Corsa has to settle the rights for the project with Aegis.

To my surprise, Corsa seemed to have met these conditions.

Ivy: Corsa was eager to talk to Aegis because they wanted to get this deal.

Ivy: It may take a little longer, but I think they'll make sure they give up their rights.

(Certainly, Corsa, the largest company in Japan, may be able to take advantage in discussions with Aegis ...)

Ivy: The production of the CM will begin as soon as we reach an agreement in this discussion.

Ivy: Until then, we'll be on standby for a while, so let's get ready for what's to come.

(Corsa is the producer of the CM? I'm the director? I'm not even sure what I'm supposed to be doing ...)

The situation was so unexpected that my mind couldn't catch up with it.

Ivy: There are a few things we need to do regarding your new contract.

Rina: New contract ...?

His words confused me even more.

Ivy: You and I will make a direct contract.

Rina: !?

Ivy-san proposed that he be contracted as my employer and I work for him, including the CM.

Ivy: From now on, your job will be mainly to assist me.

Ivy: I'm going to need your help with a lot of things, including preliminary research for exe offers.

Ivy: But don't think too hard. It's not that different from before, and I won't force you to do anything you don't want to do.

Rina: ... Is that what you meant when you said before that "I would be working for you"?

Ivy: Yeah, it's a good idea, right? I can always protect you with this.

(It's not a suggestion ... it's already decided in Ivy-san's mind.)

The proof was in the smile on his face as he looked at me. He probably had no idea that I'd reject him.

Something was rising up from deep within my chest.

Rina: ...

Ivy: Rina-chan, what's wrong? You think it's a good idea, don't you?

Rina: ... I'm glad to be by your side from now on.

Rina: But aren't you being too pushy? At least consult with me first ...

Ivy: Rina-chan ...

Ivy: I'm sorry. But I couldn't help myself when I thought of what I was doing for you ...

Although smiling kindly, there was something off about Ivy-san's words. ... The sense of discomfort was growing.

A personal contract with him. Not so long ago, that would've made my heart flutter. But now ...

(Why do you decide everything on your own? You could have consulted me a little ...)

A hazy feeling spread thorugh my chest. Ivy-san held my hand firmly.

Ivy: I know you may feel uncomfortable in your new environment, but I'll be there for you.

Ivy: I will make sure that you're protected and that you can work in a relaxed environment. You can rest assured.

Rina: Ivy-san, but I'm ...

Ivy: I know, Rina-chan. I love you. ... I don't want anyone to hurt you.

When he stared at me wistfully, I was a at a loss for words.

(I can tell by the look in his eyes that Ivy-san is really thinking of me.)

(All for me ... Then, is that right?)

Is it enough if I just follow his lead, pulled by his gentle hand?

Ivy: You love me, too, don't you? You told me you'd be there for me.

Rina: ... Yes. I love you. But ...*

Ivy: Then you'll understand, won't you?

Rina: Ah ...

He hugged me gently again. As soon as I was enveloped in the marine scent, my heart pounded and my chest heaved.

(... I'm sure this feeling isn't a lie. I'm sincerely thinking of Ivy-san.)

(But ... something feels different.)

Even when he hugged me like this, I didn't feel as happy as I did that night when we confessed our feelings for each other.

I like him, but I can't get rid of my anxiety ...

(Why do I feel so insecure? You take such good care of me ...)

It's as if my thoughts are covered in moss. I don't know my own mind.

(What am I supposed to do ...?)

He gently wrapped my body, which was trembling with confusion and anxiety.

Ivy: There's nothing to be afraid of. It's all right, everything's all right.

He clung to me lovingly, but kept his distance.

Ivy: And ... Rina-chan, I think you should move out of here.

Rina: What? Why ...

Ivy: It's too noisy here. You can't live peacefully with the other members, can you?

Ivy: And I need you to focus on supporting me.

Ivy: Because it makes me a little jealous to see you taking care of the others ...

Rina: Really?

Ivy: Yeah ... I guess I'm more jealous than I thought.

Rina: Ivy-san ...

Ivy: But I don't want to leave you, so I think it would be better if we moved into the same apartment.*

Ivy: That way, I can see you whenever I want.

Ivy: As soon as a room becomes available, we will make arrangements to move in. Of course, I'll pay the rent.

I couldn't think straight and couldn't respond to his suggestions.

Still, Ivy-san's eyes sparkled as he talked about our future life together.

Ivy: I will wake you up every morning. If I come home early, we'll have dinner together.

Ivy: It would be nice to do some walking together at night, like we did before. ... Oh, I'm looking forward to it.

He laughed, looking really happy.

Ivy: ... I can't wait. I want you all to myself..

Ivy: I'll try to find a new apartment as soon as I can. ... The truth is, I don't want anyone else anywhere near you, not even a little bit.

Rina: Eh, that's a bit ...

Ivy: I told you, didn't I? I'm a jealous man.

Ivy: The members of exe, or Gem, nor the guys at the office. I don't want anyone to see you.

Ivy: I can't bear it to think of you smiling at someone other than me while I'm gone ...

Rina: Ivy-san ...

I looked up at his face, aghast, as he expressed his thoughts and feelings in anguish.

Ivy: ... Hey, Rina-chan. Please don't see other men.

Ivy: Don't leave this room until I get back from work.

Rina: !? I-I can't do that ... no matter how much Ivy-san asks me.

(Because then it's like ...)

He stared at me in amazement ... and chuckled.

Ivy: I'm kidding. That's just like being locked up.

Rina: ... Right.

But there was danger in his eyes now that couldn't be called a joke.

Ivy: Don't be so anxious. I won't do anything you won't like. But ...

Ivy: I can't lock you in, but I'll put a foot shackle or something on you.

Rina: Huh ... ah!

... With a low guttural sound, I was pushed down on the sofa.

It was so sudden it caught me by surprise, and caused my body to stiffen.

He opened my collar and brought his lips to my now exposed skin ... and sucked hard.

Rina: Nng ...!

Ivy: ... You're sensitive. And your skin is so white, so you've got a nice mark on you.*

Rina: W-what are you doing?

Ivy: It's a hickey. Over here.

After the soft sensation of his lips, they sucked hard.

Rina: Ah.

When I wept, his arms held me around my waist and restrained me from moving.

Rina: Ivy-san, please don't do this ...

Ivy: No, stay still.

While sweetly chastising me, he carved his marks without mercy.

Hickeys were repeatedly and obsessively place on my neck, collarbone ... and anywhere else my skin was visible.

My body shook with tears in my eyes at the painful stimulation.

Ivy: Fufu, I guess you can't go out in public anymore.

Rina: ... Why are you doing this?

Ivy: Because I love you.

Rina: !

Ivy: You love me too, right? Then you'll accept me, won't you?

Rina: That's ...

I couldn't deny it, because even after this treatment, my heart was beating wildly.

Every time he touched me, my body and mind trembled uncontrollably.

(This is crazy. It's probably not a good thing ... but I can't let it go.)

Ivy: I'm glad you accepted me. We're going to be together forever. I'll do anything for you ...

Ivy: I love you, Rina.*

I couldn't respond to his smile, which seemed to be utterly happy.

Note 1: Wow, he isn't even asking anymore.

Note 2: I just want to note here that Ivy actually used 'tsuki' which I translate as 'like', but 'love' fits him better, while Rina uses 'daitsuki' here, which basically means 'big like' aka love, so she really says love.

Note 3: ... You've been together for ... about a week? That's ... just wow, I'm completely at a loss for words here.

Note 4: Dead eyes Ivy unlocked.

Note 5: Three things. First, thanks Ivy for destroying my Note 2. Second, he skipped honofirics completely now, which is the most personal you can get in Japanese. Third, he used 'aishiteruyo' here, which is the most meaningful use of love. I'd normally use 'adore' in that case, but that's too gentle for the situation.

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Ivy Chapter 20

The next morning ...

Ivy: Morning, Rina-chan.

Rina: Good morning, Ivy-san.

Rina: Thank you for last night. I feel much better thanks to your help.

Ivy: That's good. But don't push yourself too hard. ... Let's take you temperature first.

Ivy-san took my temperature with a thermometer he had brought with him.

(I don't feel feverish, I think it's going down already.)

Ivy: Hmm ... it's still a little high. You'll have to take a break from work then.

Rina: What?

(I'm not feeling sluggish or feverish ...)

But if Ivy-san, who measured my temperature, says so, then he must be right.

(And it's hard to see Yamauchi-san after what happened ...)

Rina: ... I understand. I'll take the day off.

Ivy: That's good. Oh, the termination date ... when is it?

Rina: This is my last week.

After hearing my answer, he smiled.

Ivy: I'll take care of that, too, together with the presentation result.

His smile is very encouraging in my eyes.

(If the result of the re-presentation is communicated, I won't have to quit Aegis once and for all ... I'm so glad.)

Rina: Thank you very much, Ivy-san.

Ivy: It's for your own good, of course.

He sat down on the edge of the bed and looked into my face.

Ivy: I'll take care of everything. You just stay here and rest like an adult today. Okay?

Rina: Y-yes ...

He gazed upon me sweetly from close up. ... When I answered with a nervous heartbeat, he smiled in satisfaction.

Ivy: Good girl.

Then, he kissed my forehead.

Rina: ! Ah, Ivy-san!?

Ivy: Hehe, sorry. I just thought you were so honest and cute. ... Well, it's time for me to go.

With a mischievous smile, Ivy-san left the room.

Rina: Hah ...

Ever since we got together, I have been at the mercy of Ivy-san's pace.

(But I don't mind at all. I want to know more of him ...)

Alone in the room, I let out a sweet sigh.

When I took my temperature at night, it had gone down completely.

(I think I could do the housekeeping job. With being in Macau recently, I haven't been able to clean properly.)

Then, while I was cleaning for the first time in a while ... Hitaki-san came in.

Hitaki: I heard you were in a bad shape, but you seem to be doing okay. Are you feeling better already?

With a smile, Hitaki-san pulled me closer to him.

... I remembered what he did to me before, and I couldn't help but be wary.

Hitaki: Have you thought about what we talked about before?

Rina: That's ...

Hitaki: I'm asking you to be my partner, both publicly and privately, exclusively for Gem.

Hitaki: I will treat you like a woman and not like a sister and never make you feel tired. That's what I said, right?

Hitaki-san almost hugged me again, and I hurriedly moved away.

Rina: I refuse. It's exe I want to support.

Rina: Besides, unlike back then, Ivy-san doesn't think of me as a little sister anymore.

Hitaki: Heh, he said that?

Rina: Yes. He told me that me and his sister were similar, so he was piling us on top of each other ... but now it's different.

I thought I had firmly rejected Hitaki-san's advances, but ...

Hitaki: ... I feel sorry for you.

And yet, he offered me a sympathetic smile.

Hitaki: You totally trusted him, got trapped ... and you were imprisoned.

Rina: ... What do you mean?

Hitaki: Ivy-san isn't who you think he is. He's a very scary person.

Rina: ...?

(I don't know what that means ...)

Rina: No, of course not. There's no one as kind as Ivy-san.

I remembered him shaking last night as he hugged me.

(How can someone who cares so much about me not be kind?)

Hitaki: He's kind, sure, but his kindness is an addictive that holds you, a bridge that keeps you in.

Rina: What are you talking about ...!?

Hitaki: Oh, and one more thing ... Ivy-san doesn't have a sister.

Rina: What ...?

(It can't be. Because ...)

Hitaki: You'll see. ... By then, it'll be too late.

After saying this, Hitaki-san left the room, leaving me confused.

(What in the world is going on ...?)

When I returned to my room with a hazy feeling, I saw a notification on my phone that I missed a message from Ivy-san.

[I'll be late for work tonight, so go ahead and get some rest. I'll check on you in the morning. Good night.]

I felt lonely, but at the same time, I felt a little relieved.

What did Hitaki-san mean when he said that?

... I went to sleep that night thinking about that.

... The next morning. As promised, Ivy-san came to my room.

Ivy: You still have a fever, so you'd better take the day off.

He took my temperature the same way he did yesterday and said so, but ...

(That's strange. I'm feeling fine now.)

... I felt a slight tug of war with my own senses.

Rina: I think there might be a mistake. I'll measure again myself.

I measured my temperature, and this time it was normal.

Rina: I think I'm okay after all. Here.

I showed Ivy-san the thermometer, but he just stared at it ...

Ivy: It's true. It looks like I misjudged earlier.

Yes, he smiled. His usual smile. There was nothing strange about his smile.

(... and yet it feels strange.)

... I turned away from it, feeling a faint sensation of discomfort.

Rina: Well ... I think I can make it to work.

Ivy: Yeah, you can. ... Be careful.

... I came to work with an unsettled mind.

As soon as I arrived at work, I headed for Mori-san's office.

Rina: I apologize for taking yesterday off.

When I apologized, Mori-san let out a sigh.

Mori Eiko: Suddenly feeling sick is a little too much of a distraction, isn't it?

Mori Eiko: Don't be discouraged just because your contract is about to be terminated. Just do your job responsibly until the very end.

Her words startled me. ... I noticed that the people around me were still looking coldly.

(The contract hasn't changed ... Have we received a response from the presentation yet?)

--flashback--

Ivy: I'll take care of that, too, together with the presentation result.

Ivy: I don't need any thanks. It's for you, my dear, so you deserve it.

--flashback end--

Ivy-san certainly said that.

Maybe they are still in the middle of talking, so it may take some time for the message to get across.

... I was thinking so, but slowly, I began to feel anxious.

--flashback--

Hitaki: Oh, and one more thing ... Ivy-san doesn't have a sister.

...

Ivy: It's true. It looks like I misjudged earlier.

--flashback end--

Memories of various scenes rushed through my mind along with the discomfort I have been looking away from ...

(... Essence just hasn't told us yet. I'm sure they haven't.)

(It's all in my mind. I believe you, Ivy-san ...)

As I was desperately trying to shake off my anxiety, the section manager entered the office.

Section Manager: Everyone, the results of the competition have arrived from Essence.

(Thank goodness! They just got the call!)

... But the next moment, I heard these incredible words.

Section Manager: Unfortunately, our presentation didn't go through. It seems the CM has been decided elsewhere.

Rina: !?

(Now, what ...?)

As if to break my confusion, the section manager further continued.

Section Manager: You, Kawanaga. Your contract expires this week, right? Make sure you finish up your work before you quit.

Rina: ... Uh, ... yes ...

... My mind went blank and I couldn't get anything done after that.

I returned home in a state of confusion and waited in Ivy-san's room for his return.

(There must be some mistake. There has to be.)

Ivy: Rina-chan, I'm home.

Rina: Ivy-san ...!

I asked Ivy-san about the presentation. I hoped he would drown out my fears, but ...

Ivy: Yeah, I turned down the presentation.

He said this matter-of-factly.

Rina: ... There's a reason for that, right? Ivy-san has his own ideas, and ...

Ivy: Of course. I knew you understood me after all.

HIs words add to my confusion.

Rina: Why ... Ivy-san, you told me I did well.

Ivy: Yeah, so I made it work.

Rina: ... What do you mean?

Ivy: You shouldn't be there.

Ivy-san said with his usual kind smile.

Ivy: A workplace with mean-spirited employees and dangerous men is not a good environment for you. You should quit.

Ivy: You don't have to be there to make the CM. Rather, you can make it under my direction.

Ivy: Then you'll be safe in the knowledge that I'm always there to help you if you need anything.

I can't get my head around his words.

Rina: I don't understand ... what you mean. Does it mean you're giving me a job at Aero under your supervision?

Ivy: No, not like that. Not at the office, but at my place.

(What are you talking about ...?)

Ivy: Your project has already received the okay from the members. If you go through an agency other than Aegis, there will be no problem.

Ivy: Why don't you join me as a director?

Rina: Oh no ...!

It has always been my dream to make a great CM at Aegis.

Ivy: ... Aren't you happy?

Perhaps not expecting my reaction, Ivy-san's face clouded over.

Ivy: Why? ... This is for your own good.

As soon as he said that, he hugged me tightly.*

Rina: ...!

I choked on the force of the pain.

Ivy: I don't want to lose anything important ever again ...

Ivy: When you were in danger, I was scared. ... I lost my sister in the same way.*

Rina: !

Rina: Lost ...? What do you mean? You said your sister is about my age ...*

Ivy: Yeah ... if she had lived, you would be around the same age.

Rina: !

Ivy: My sister died when we were little. She was always with me, and I should have protected her.

Ivy: The moment I took my eyes off her ... she died in an accident.

Ivy: That's why ... you should never take your eyes off the things that are important to you.

Ivy: I have to protect you from anything dangerous ... from anyone who tries to take you away from me ...

Rina: Ivy-sa ...*

Ivy: Rina-chan, you promised me that you would always be by my side, didn't you?

... Ivy-san's gentle arms embrace my body. They are tightly entwined, like a cage.

Ivy: From now on, we will be together forever. I will protect you. You don't have to worry about anything.

Ivy: I will protect you from everything that tries to take you away from me ...

... Speechless, I looked up at him.

His eyes, as deep as the deep sea, were filled with unfathomable thoughts, and they gazed only at me ...

Note 1: At this point, the game switches to a CG (which, by the way, unlocks after chapter 21, don't ask me why), where Ivy hugs Rina with his signature dead eyes and he has them for the rest of this chapter.

Note 2: Omg, my assumption was correct, I can't believe it.

Note 3: Sorry for all my blabbering, but with the drama increasing, I just have so much to say. Anyway, no girl, he never said that. He said she's probably around Rina's age. Which was also the first sign for me that something's off.

Note 4: Not a typo, the hiragana for 'n' is missing

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Ivy Chapter 19 Normal Attire Story

Ivy-san, who was more upset than I had ever seen him, continued to hold me tight, but ...

Ivy: ... It's all right now.

Eventually, with a wry smile, he let go of my body.

Ivy: I'm sorry I'm so distraught. You were the one who had a hard time, but I can't be like this.

Rina: No way ... I'm glad you're worried about me.

Ivy: It's a relief to hear you say that.

Ivy: ... I won't let him get close to you, and from now on, I'll protect you.

Rina: Thank you very much. Ivy-san ...

His gentle smile finally brought relief to my heart.

... At the same time, I felt something strange in my body.

(Somehow it feels strange.)

Ivy: ... What's wrong?

Rina: I felt relieved ... but now I feel a little feverish.

When Ivy-san heard this, his expression clouded.

Ivy: That's terrible. It may be because of everything that's happened.

Ivy: You'd better go to bed. I'll get you something to drink. In the meantime, you can change your clothes.

With these words, he hurried out of the room.

Meanwhile, I change into my pajamas and go back to bed.

Within a short time, he returned with a plastic bowl, water bottles, and towels in his hands.

Ivy: I'm back. I see you've changed your clothes.

Ivy: Here, take a sports drink.

Rina: Thank you very much.

I received a plastic bottle that he had brought for me, and was grateful to drink from it.

The cool, sweet moisture seemed to seep into even the most strained heart.

Rina: ... It's delicious.

Seeing me let out an involuntary sigh, Ivy-san smiled.

Ivy: I'm glad. You'd better make sure you drink enough water.

Ivy: Now, lie down properly afterwards.

He gently pats me on the head and lays me down on the bed.

Ivy: How's the fever?

With that, his face came closer and our foreheads were pressed together.

Rina: ...

I forgot to breathe as I stared at the well-shaped face at close range.

Ivy: ... You're still feverish. That must be why you feel so tired.

Rina: Y-yes ...

Ivy-san said in a concerned voice, but I didn't have time to worry about that.

(Because ... he's so close.)

My heart was beating wildly and my face was getting even hotter ...

Ivy: You need to take it easy today and go to bed.

Ivy: Don't worry. I'll be there for you so that you won't be lonely.

Rina: I'm glad you're here, Ivy-san ... but I'm not a child, okay?

Ivy: Of course, I understand.

Ivy: Come on, you need to lie down now.

Rina: Okay ...

After that, he continued to take care of me ... wiping my sweat, placing wet towels on my forehead and so on.

In the past, I might have felt depressed that I was being treated like a sister again.

But now I know that he's thinking of me from the bottom of his heart ...

(I'm glad Ivy-san is taking care of me.)

The fever and the exchange with Yamauchi-san earlier may have taken a toll on me.

And then ... my head was being stroked by a gentle hand.

Before I knew it, I fell asleep.

A little later ...

Hitaki: Oh, Ivy-san?

Hitaki stops Ivy as he comes out of Rina's room.

Hitaki: I was told this is her room, right? You were a little noisy just now. What happened?

Ivy: Oh, she has been feeling a little under the weather, so I've been taking care of her.

Ivy didn't elaborate on the details of the situation.

Hitaki: Oh? I'm worried about her. I think I'll go visit her later.

Ivy: She doesn't need it. ... She has me, so it's okay.

Hitaki gazed at Ivy, who smiled at him with the face of a dependable leader as usual.

Hitaki: ... Is that so? Well, that's all right.

Ivy: Yeah. ... Okay, then.

As he was about to leave ... Ivy suddenly stopped.

Ivy: I remember you telling me before, Hitaki.

Hitaki: Huh?

Ivy: "Sometimes the most precious things that we take for granted can suddenly disappear one day."

Ivy: You were right. I knew exactly what you meant. ... No, I knew it, but I forgot.

Ivy: ... I hope I never have to go through that again. Don't let anything precious be lost ...

Ivy: I have to make sure to protect her properly.*

Hitaki: ... What are you talking about?

Ivy: No, I was talking to myself ... Well then. Good night.

Hitaki: Eeh ...

Ivy quickly returned to his 'normal smile' and turned away from Hitaki.

Hitaki: ...

... Hitaki stared at him as he left with light steps.

Note: Do I even have to tell you that Ivy said this with dead eyes?

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Ivy Chapter 19

The day after the re-presentation.

When I went to the living room to get ready for work, exe was just about to leave for work.

The other members were already gone, and Ivy-san, who was the last to leave the room, noticed me and smiled.

Ivy: Morning, Rina-chan.

Rina: Good morning.

Ivy: ... Huh?

As he approached, Ivy-san touched my cheek.

Rina: Ah, Ivy-san?

Ivy: You look a little pale. Haven't you slept much?

Rina: Oh, that's ...

... Last night, he and I had a chance to be together. I couldn't sleep because I was so nervous when I remembered that.

When I honestly told him that, he smiled blankly.

Ivy: Oh, I see. ... I thought something had happened.

Ivy: But it's the same for me. Your words made me so happy that I remembered them over and over again.

Rina: Ivy-san ...

Ivy: ... I have to go. I'll call you later. See you.

Rina: Y-yes. See you later.

He patted my head, and left the room.

... His demeanor wasn't only gentle but also sweet, which was clearly different from his previous behaviour.

(I really have a chance to be in love with Ivy-san ...)

Joy fills me with a sense of realization.

(I'm so happy that my re-presentation was a success ...)

I went to work feeling happy, but ... I soon regained my composure.

Yamauchi Kota: Kawanaga-san! Why didn't you reply!?

Yamauchi-san rushed up to me and looked at me in dissatisfaction.

Rina: How ... did you know my contact information? I didn't tell you.

Yamauchi Kota: I asked Mori-san. I told her I had a job offer for you.

(You mean you lied to get it out of herß9

Rina: Please don't do that.

I said this out loud, feeling a sense of discomfort welling up inside me.

Yamauchi Kota: Eh ...

Rina: If you want to talk about work, ask me during work. Please don't send me any more messages.

At that moment, I received a message on my phone.

(! Maybe from Ivy-san.)

Yamauchi Kota: K-kawanaga-san. I'm ...!

Rina: I'm sorry. Excuse me.

I walked past Yamauchi-san and headed for my desk.

When I checked my phone, the message was indeed from Ivy-san.

[I'll be back at the condo early today.]

[I need your help gathering materials for work. What time do you think you can get home?]

... The image of his face came to my mind, and my surging heart calmed down.

[I don't have to work overtime today, so I'll be able to go home on time.]

I received a reply immediately.

[Got it. Good luck for your work today.]

Even casual exchanges such as this one make me smile.

(I can't wait to see you ...)

... By the time I finished messaging with him, I no longer cared about the discomfort I had felt just before.

Yamauchi Kota: ...

After that, I finished my work on time as scheduled and left the company.

However, as I was walking toward the station, I felt a strange presence behind me.

When I quietly checked, I saw Yamauchi-san following me at a certain distance.

(Did he follow me from the office?)

The moment I realized that, a chill ran down my spine.

(I'm scared ..)

His incomprehensible behaviour filled me with an indescribable unease.

(What should I do? I can't go back to the apartment.)

He would know where I live, and above all, I must keep it a secret that I'm living with exe.

(It can't be helped, I'll take the long way around. I hope it works ...)

... I held back the fear that welled up inside me and started walking in a different direction from the station I usually use.

Ivy: ... She's late. You said you'd be home on time.

With this in mind, Ivy launched the location sharing app.

Ivy: ... are you on a different train than usual? Are you stopping somewhere ...?

Ivy: Rina-chan ... is something wrong with you ...?

... It was already quite late because I had been running around trying to shake off Yamauchi-san.

(I guess he's not here anymore. I'm glad I was able to lose him successfully ...!)

I almost collapse from exhaustion.

(It's well past 10pm. Ivy-san must be tired from waiting. I need to go home soon.)

But ... just as I was about to head to the apartment ...

Yamauchi Kota: Kawanaga-san.

Rina: !?

The voice coming from right behind me made my heart skip a beat.

Rina: Ya-yamauchi-san ...

I turned around and saw Yamauchi-san standing unexpectedly close to me.

(I thought he was gone already ...!)

There was a thick, obsessive look in his eyes he had fixed on me.

I don't know why he looks at me like this.

Yamauchi Kota: You finally turned around ... why are you ignoring me? You knew.

Yamauchi Kota: Don't run away from me. I just want to talk to you.

Rina: W-what are you doing?

My voice trembled with fear. I wanted to escape, but my legs were too weak to move.

Rina: Please don't follow me. How could you do this to me ...

... At that moment, he opened his eyes wide and cried out.

Yamauchi Kota: It's your fault!

Rina: Eh!?

Yamauchi Kota: Why are you trying to get away from me!? You know how I feel about you, don't you!?

(What are you talking about!? I'm scared ...!)

I had to escape. I ran forward on shaky legs, but within a few shaky steps, I was grabbed by the arm.

Rina: No!

Yamauchi Kota: Don't run away!

The arms pulling me closer to him gave me goosebumps.

Rina: Let go of me!

I swung my arms desperately to escape, and a fierce scramble ensued.

Yamauchi Kota: Why do you hate me so much!? You're always so nice to other guys, but you think I'm stupid ...!?

He was furious and pushed me away.

Rina: Aah!

The force of his oush caused my body to stagger and I fell over onto the roadway.

The lights of the cars coming toward me with their horns blaring burned my eyes.

(I will be killed ...!!)

... At that moment, a large hand grabbed my arm and pulled me up strongly.

Ivy: Rina-chan!!

With the same momentum, he hugged me tightly. Right after that, a blaring car was driving by.

Ivy: Are you okay!?

It was Ivy-san who saved me just in time, just before I was about to be run over by a car.

Rina: Ah, Ivy-san ...

Rina: I ...

Shocked and relieved, I relaxed ... and clung to his chest.

Ivy: I know you were scared. It's all right now, everything's okay ...

He wrapped me in his arms.

And ...

Ivy: Do you ... do you know what you've done?

Ivy-san turned his angry dragon-like eyes towords Yamauchi-san, who was standing frozen next to us.

Yamauchi Kota: No, no, it wasn't my fault! If she'd behaved herself ... I wouldn't have done what I did!

Yamauchi Kota: It's all her fault!

Rina: !

Yamauchi-san was extremely distraught and accused me.

Yamauchi Kota: Because she ignores me! I was the only one who was nice to her when the rest of the colleagues at work were shunning her!

Yamauchi Kota: I'm the one who took pity on you and supported you because you had no place in the company!

Yamauchi Kota: You told me that your contract was terminated, and I consoled you! And you turned me down ...!

... I'm struck by the words of obsession and anger.

(I can't believe he thought that ...)

Ivy: Shut up, that's enough.

However, Ivy-san interrupted him.

Ivy: That's your fantasy. Don't force your selfish thoughts on her.

I could see that Yamauchi-san was taken aback by the overwhelming force.

Ivy: This isn't a girl you should touch.

Yamauchi Kota: ...

Ivy: Go away and never come near her again ... or I won't forgive you.

... His voice was chillingly cold and filled with an anger I had never heard before.

Yamauchi Kota: ... shit!

... Perhaps in fear, Yamauchi-san fled the scene.

Ivy: ...

Ivy-san silently glanced down at me in his arms to make sure I was okay. Then ...

Ivy: Rina-chan ... thank goodness ...!

He twisted his face and pulled me even closer into his arms.

(Ivy-san ...)

I was hugged with so much force that it hurt ... and noticed how his body was trembling.

Rina: I'm sorry. Thank you so much, Ivy-san ...

... I could only apologize.

... Afterwards, I received treatment from him in my room.

Although nothing serious, I had sustained minor injuries when I fell down after the collision.

Ivy: I got home late, so I checked the app and saw that you were acting strangely ... I thought something was wrong, so I rushed over.

Ivy: What the hell happened? How long has he been following you?

Ivy: And what was that about the contract termination? ... Tell me everything.

I could no longer afoord to feel bad about it ...

Rina: Actually ...

I received numerous messages from Yamauchi-san, to whom I hadn't given my contact information.

And that my contract at the company was terminated ...

When I told Ivy-san everything, he looked grim.

Ivy: ... Why didn't you tell me?

Unable to bear the accusing gaze, I find myself becoming frightened.

Rina: I didn't want anyone to misunderstand my situation with Yamauchi-san.

Rina: And I didn't want to worry you when you were going through such a hard time ...

(But that's why we ended up like this ...)

Rina: I'm really sorry ...

Ivy-san let out a deep sigh and wrapped his hands around my own.

Ivy: What do you think would have happened if I had gotten there too late?

Unlike usual, his palms were extremely cold. I looked up to see him staring at me with a tearful face.

Ivy: When I saw you lying in the driveway, I thought my heart would stop ...

He hugged me tightly.

Ivy: I don't want to lose you ...!

The arms that clung to me were different from the usual Ivy-san who protected and reassured me.

Ivy: Don't go anywhere ... don't leave my side. You promised, remember?*

Rina: Ivy-san ...?

I had never seen him like this before. I could see how much it had worried him.

While I feel sorry for him ... I am also glad for his deep feelings.

(I can't believe you're this worried about me ...)

Rina: ... I'm not going anywhere. I will always stay by your side, Ivy-san.

Rina: This time, I mean my promise ...

Ivy: ... Rina-chan.

I promised again and hugged him back with the strong feeling that welled up in me ...

Note: Thank you Ivy for giving me a chance to quip in again. First of all, dead eyes Ivy is back again.

Second of all, since I had already played chapter 19 when I translated chapter 18, I knew the location sharing app would come in handy. It's still extreme but it actually saved Rina's life though she probably wouldn't have been in this situation if she had just talked to Ivy. Anyway, I can understand why he's angry even though he's victim blaming her here. But definitely not as extreme as Yamauchi. This man is absolute scum.

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Hi, I'm the same one who asked about Ivy and Luke from ikepri route being similar with them being older brothers who loves their little sister's dearly, but something tragic happened to them which is the turning point of their route. As of now, Ivy's sister isn't revealed yet or is she even still alive?

Reading chapter 18 I guess the only difference I see in Luke and Ivy is Ivy is more possessive maybe even close to yandere.

Yeah, it seems like this to me as well. I actually have an assuption what could've happened to Ivy's sister and why Ivy acts so much more possessive than Luke.

I put it under the cut, just in case.

First of all, I believe his sister is dead. Without this, my assumption doesn't work.

Ivy practically raised her because of their parents working all the time. I have the feeling that his sister died while Ivy was taking care of her. Sadly it's common, that his parents would then shift the blame on him. So if that's actually true, he is scared to shit to lose another loved one, but also has has inferiority complex, because it's very likely then that his parents shunned him. That would also explain why Ivy is way more extreme than Luke. Ivy was the 'direct' cause of his sisters death, while Luke was a victim himself.

The modern setting also adds to his bahaviour. Like, I knew chapter 18 was confession time, but the location app thing had me sitting there stunned for solid 5 minutes.

Well, we'll see.

#ask #morganatic idol #morudoru #morudoru ivy #resa's rambling

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About Ellis' age

Obviously has major spoilers, you've been warned.

Seems I was wrong and Ellis is indeed older than I thought.

Ellis has to be 24 years old.

Roger told Kate that Ellis' brother had the accident when they were 10 old and died 2 years later at the age of 12.

Ellis told Kate that he has killed his brother 12 years ago.

12 + 12 = 24

I'm bummed, not gonna lie about that. I really thought he was 21/22 and to be completely honest, I continue to headcanon him as such.

#ikemen villains #ikevil #ikemen villains ellis #ellis twilight #ikemen villains spoiler #resa's rambling

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Ivy Chapter 18

Ivy: ...

(Huh …?)

There was Ivy-san, who looked at me with the coldest eyes I’ve ever seen …

I was stunned and couldn't believe what I saw before my eyes.

But it was only for a moment.

Ivy: ... Come on, guys, cut the crap.

He quickly put this look behind him and approaches with a smile that's kind like always.

Ivy: If you overdo it, you'll mess up her hair. That's enough.

He gently released me from Finn-san and the others and brushed my hair.

Ivy: Are you okay, Rina-chan? I'm sorry about them.

Rina: Yes ... I'm okay. Thank you.

(That's Ivy-san as usual. Was I mistaken earlier ...?)

The members booed at him.

Jace: Well, that makes it sound like we're annoying you, Aegis-chan.

Xeno: I'm just trying to help this girl get some results.

Finn: Yeah. Let me pet you a little more.

Hugh: ... I want to celebrate.

Ivy: I think that stroking her that much was enough to convey your feelings of blessing, right, Rina-chan?

Rina: Umm ... yes. I'm really happy about your feelings.

When I answered in a puzzled manner, Ivy-san said with a smile.

Ivy: Then I'll let Aegis know the results of this presentation via Essence at a later date.

Rina: Yes! Thank you all so much.

I bowed to them once again.

After taking a bath that night and freshening up. I wiped my hair with a towel, I remembered everything that had happened.

(It's been a tough time ... When I failed in the presentation and lost my position in the company, I thought I was finished.)

(But because Ivy-san was there, I was able to do my best.)

(It's also thanks to Ivy-san's help that I was able to successfully hold a second presentation.)

(I'm so glad I met Ivy-san ...)

While I was thinking about that, there was a knock on my door.

Ivy: Rina-chan, may I come in?

It was exactly the voice of the person I was thinking of right now.

Rina: Y-yes! Come in.

When he came in, his eyes widened when he saw me.

Ivy: I'm sorry, I must have picked the wrong time.

Rina: Hm?

Ivy: You hair ... it's wet.

(Oh, come to think of it, I haven't dried it yet. I don't think I can continue talking like this ...)

Rina: I'll dry it right away. I'll come to your room later.

Ivy: ...

He looks at me with a somewhat thoughtful expression.

Rina: ... Um, Ivy-san? What's wrong? Is there a problem ...?

He interrupted me and made an unexpected suggestion.

Ivy: How about ... let me dry your hair.

Rina: What!?

Ivy: I think it would kill two birds with one stone, because then we could stay together and you could dry your hair.

Rina: Well, that's true.

(It's a bit embarrassing ...)

Ivy: I'm sorry for asking you to do something weird, but I'd like to do it. ... Don't you like it?

Ivy-san peeks at me as if to ask me a question.

(Come to think of it ... I remember when he asked me to pet his head before, he was like this ...)

(I guess Ivy-san is a bit naive after all.)

Rina: ... I understand. If that's what you want, please go ahead.

Ivy: Thank you.

When I said this shyly after some hesitation, his face lit up.

Ivy: Then sit down over there. Here's the hair dryer.

He set up the place with excitement.

(It's a little embarrassing, but if you look so happy, it's okay.)

Ivy: Then let's get started.

Rina: Okay.

Ivy-san carefully ran the hair dryer through my hair and dried it.

(... It feels good.)

His long, supple fingertips glide softly through my hair.

His hands are so gentle, and I could feel his gentleness in every caress ...

(What should I do? I'm restless.)

I couldn't help but feel my heart pounding in my chest at the unusual contact with him.

Ivy: Is it too hot? Are you okay?

Rina: I'm fine.

Rina: Are you ... by any chance, used to this kind of thing?

Ivy: Hmm ...? Are you jealous, maybe?

Rina: Eeh!? No, that's not why. You're just very good at it ...

Ivy: Haha, too bad. ... But yes, I guess I am.

Ivy: I used to dry my sister's hair like this.

Rina: Really?

Ivy: Yes. Our parents both worked, so they came home late.

Ivy: We were always together and it was my job to take care of her.

Ivy: So I used to dry my sister's hair like this after her bath.

Coughing, Ivy-san squinted nostalgically in the mirror.

(you really are a kind brother, aren't you?)

He looks nostalgic and kind ... his expression as an older brother makes my heart ache.

Rina: ... I wonder if Ivy-san still sees me as a little sister.

I couldn't help but let those words excape my mouth.

Ivy: What ...?

Rina: Ah ... I'm sorry, it's nothing.

(Oh my god ... I didn't mean to say this.)

I'm touched by the person I like. That alone should make me happy.

Moreover, he's a super idol, someone I'd never have been able to get close to in the first place.

(I know, but I want a different relationship. I'm really a complimentary person ...)

I was overcome with regret ... And then.

Ivy: ... You know what? I have something to tell you.

Ivy-san turned off the hair dryer and put his hand on my shoulder.

Ivy: At first, I certainly thought of you as a kind of sister.

Ivy: I couldn't leave your hard-working, slightly fragile self alone, so I ended up taking care of you.

Ivy: But ... that's not the case now.

I'm startled by the seriousness of his eyes as he stares at me through the mirror.

Rina: Ivy-san ...

Ivy: You're so pure and brave ... You always go the extra mile for me.

Ivy: I found it cute and ... found myself drawn to you.

His words take my breath away.

Ivy: I want you by my side all the time, and I want to protect you.

Ivy: ... I like you, Rina-chan.

Rina: Huh ...

(I ... can't believe it. Ivy-san, you're saying this to me?)

(I can't believe that a super idol, who is loved all over the world, likes me ...)

I can't believe it. But the look he's directing at me through his sharp eyes is serious.

His eyes, which are somewhat passionate as if he's gazing at something he loves, make it clear that he is serious about what he says.

Rina: I-I ...

As soon as I started to speak, I felt a burning in my chest.

Rina: ... I like you too, Ivy-san.

My feelings for him overflow with joy, and they slip out of my mouth of their own accord.

Ivy: Rina-chan, are you sure about that?

Rina: It's true. I've always liked you.

I thought it was a feeling I shouldn't convey. Our positions were too different.

(But Ivy-san told me he likes me. Then ... I want to tell him too.)

Rina: Your kindness has been there for me ever since we first met.

Rina: Your concern for me always saved and healed me ... I found myself falling in love with you.

Ivy: Rina-chan ...

Ivy-san smiled faintly.

Ivy: I'm so happy ...! We feel the same. It feels like a dream to hear you say that to me.

Rina: I'm the one who feels like in a dream. I never thought Ivy-san and I would fall in love with each other.

Rina: I'm so normal ...

Ivy: What are you talking about? You're a lovely, wonderful girl. You just don't know it.

Ivy: That kind od unawareness ... it's cute, but it worries me. I also worry about how hard you try.

Rina: Ah ...

He hugged me slightly from behind.

The gentle warmth and fresh maritime scent of him made my heart beat wildly and painfully.

(I'm so happy ... it really is like a dream.)

Ivy: ... With such small, thin shoulders, you've worked so hard to ... get through so many things.

I can feel the care and concern he has for me.

Ivy: From now on, I'll protect you. I'll never let you have any hardships.

Ivy: So don't leave me, Rina-chan.

A low, sweet voice is like a devil in my ear.

(What should I do ... I'm so nervous I might go crazy.)

As soo as our feelings were reciprocated, I felt like I was going to be drowned in the warmth and affection he lavished on me.

Rina: Of course ... Ivy-san.

Ivy: Yeah, thank you.

It was an enthusiastic, righteous smile.

Ivy: I'd love to hold you like this longer, but I've got to dry your hair soon.

He comes back to himself and says shyly, and my face starts to blush.

Rina: Y-you're right.

Ivy: Haha ... sorry. I stopped in the middle. I'll continue. You'll catch a cold.

Rina: Okay ...

Ivy-san resumed blow-drying my hair.

(... I'm more nervous than before, I don't feel at ease.)

Having shared our feelings, I became even more aware of the feeling of his hand.

Ivy: I love your hair, it's so soft and smooth and I want to touch it all the time.

Rina: You think so? I think it's normal ...

When I answered shyly, Ivy-san laughed as if in trouble.

Ivy: I think it's cute that you're unaware of your own attractiveness, but I'm still worried about you ... Like earlier.

Rina: Earlier?

Ivy: Like casually letting someone into your room after taking a bath.

Ivy: I'm glad it was me, but you can't let another man see you like that.

Rina: You're worrier, aren't you, Ivy-san?

Ivy: Because it's you.

Rina: !

... I'm happy to hear such enthusiastic comments.

Ivy: Finn and the others were patting you on the head ... so you have to be careful with that stuff from now on.

(I'm sure everyone is fine with that ...)

Ivy: Rina-chan, I beg you, don't open yourself up to other men.

Rina: Okay ...

Ivy: It's a promise. ... And also a suggestion.

Ivy: Why don't you install a location sharing app?*

Rina: Eh, why?

Ivy: Just in case something goes wrong.

Rina: That's a little too much to worry about.

Ivy: I don't think so. ... Is that a no? I'm worried about you.

It feels like an exaggeration, but his eyes are scary serious as he looks at me through the mirror.

(Maybe that's how much he thinks of me ...)

Rina: ... I understand.

When I accepted, even though I was puzzled, Ivy-san smiled happily.

Ivy: Thank you!

Satisfied with my answer, he begins to brush my dry hair.

Ivy: Ah, what beautiful hair ...

Ivy: They messed it up, so I have to put it back together properly ....

Ivy: I wish I could've washed your hair where they touched it, and made sure it was all washed out ...*

While mumbling that, he brushed my hair carefully again and again.

(...? What is this feeling?)

The same gesture as before. Ivy-san's smile is gentle and warm.

... Something that I can't explain left a rough and uncomfortable feeling in my heart.

Note: Do I even have to tell you that Ivy went from smiling to serious with his dead eyes in these sentences? I have a talent for spotting the possessive ones. And yeah, his issues are totally healed. Protip, mental health doesn't work like that xD

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Ivy Chapter 17

That week after returning from Macau. The day finally came.

The manager called me and told me that the contract would be terminated at the end of this week.

(I'm running out of time ... I have to hold another presentation soon.)

--flashback--

Ivy: … Thank you. I may not be the most reliable leader, but I’ll try my best.

Finn: Yeah. Of course!

Xeno: I’ve been saying that from the beginning. … Absolutely.

Hugh: Yeah. Good …!

Jace: We are no good without Ivy.

Ivy: Haha, I’ll be there for you. I’ll support you guys.

--flashback end--

The members of exe, who communicated with each other in Macau. That scene gave me the idea for the re-presentation.

(If the presentation is successful, I'm sure I won't have to leave Aegis ...!)

As I pondered this, Yamauchi-san approached me.

Yamauchi Kota: Cheer up. I'm sure there are plenty of other jobs out there.

Rina: Yamauchi-san ...

(It's been a long time since I've been spoken to. You've been avoiding me lately ...)

Yamauchi Kota: Hey, why don't you come to dinner with me today? Let's have a drink and blow all that shit out of the water.

Rina: ... No, thank you.

Yamauchi Kota: ... If you're refusing my advances, is it because you have a boyfriend?

Rina: ? What do you ...

(Why are you asking me that?)

Rina: I'm not in the mood for that right now. I'm sorry.

Although I was concerned abou Yamauchi-san's subtle expression, my mind was occupied with the impending termination of the contract.

And that night.

Ivy: Rina-chan, I'm home. What's wrong? You look so serious. Did something happen?

Rina: Welcome back, Ivy-san. In fact, I have a favor to ask you.

I waited for Ivy-san when he came home from work, and I began to talk to him.

Rina: Would you be willing to present the Essence perfume project again?

Ivy: ... Well, you finally got your plan together.

Rina: Yes. I'm sure I can make a presentation now that you will be satisfied with.

The recent unification of exe inspired me to make a re-presentation.

(If we put this idea together, I am sure we can come up with something good.)

(Now if I can just get a chance to present again ...!)

Rina: Please. I will never disappoint you!

Ivy: I was thinking about how you were thinking while helping me with my work. You're really good at what you do.

Ivy: I'm glad you asked me to help you with your re-presentation. I'll talk to the others right away

Rina: Thank you very much!

Ivy: I'll adjust my schedule. Can you let me know when would work best for you?

Rina: I'll check back soon.

The moment I opened my phone ... a message arrived on the messenger app.

Rina: !

Startled, I refexively open it.

(Who in the world sent me a ... eh, Yamauchi-san!?)

(I didn't give him my contact information. How?)

Ivy: ... What's wrong?

Ivy-san asked but ...

Rina: Oh, umm, I got a call about that job.

I lied to him. I promised not to hide anything, so I felt guilty, but ...

(I don't want to be misunderstood in a wrong way ...)

Rina: It's nothing, so don't worry about it.

Ivy: ... Really? Then it's all right.

Rina: Yes. I'm sorry, I'm in the middle of something. Here's the schedule for the re-presentation ...

I told him a few convenient days.

Ivy: I'll tell everyone. Just leave it to me.

I was delighted to see Ivy-san smiling at me.

Rina: Thank you very much! I'll make sure I give a presentation that will convince everyone!

(I'm glad I consulted Ivy-san! I'll finish the documents today.)

I clenched my hands together in a surge of enthusiasm.

Ivy: ... By the way, Rina-chan. Changing the subject, I actually have a present for you.

Rina: Eh?

Ivy: This ...

He presented me with a leather notebook. It had a classy design, and the quality of the notebook was obvious.

Rina: ! Oh no, I can't take it.

Ivy: Don't say that. Take it. I really appreciate everything you did for me the other day.

Ivy: Without you, I'd still be struggling with the feeling of inferiority to my fellow team members.

Rina: Of course I'll take action. Because if it's a concern for you, it's important for me too.

Ivy: Rina-chan ...

Ivy: Thank you. I'm very happy to hear you say that.

Rina: But ... I really feel bad about that. I always get things from you, Ivy-san.

Ivy: No, don't. You've given me so much.

Ivy: In fact, this present isn't even worth what you gave me.

Ivy: I can't let my feelings get the better of me if I don't do something. So I thought you'd help me out ... right?

Rina: Ivy-san ...

(I can't believe you think so much of me ...)

Rina: ... I will take good care of it. Thank you very much.

Ivy: Yeah, do that.

Then I received the notebook, he smiled happily.

Ivy: I'm glad. I wanted to thank you somehow.

Ivy: I was very happy that you solved my problems, but I was also very happy that you promised not to hide things from me.

His words made my heart ache.

(I promised you, but I hid Yamauchi-san from you earlier ...)

I wondered if I should still tell you about it ...

Ivy: I don't want you to be shy with me. If you have any problems in the future, please let me know.

Rina: ... Yes.

(I can't be bothered with this little thing any more when I'm relying on you for the re-presentation.)

(And ... I don't want to be misunderstood too much.)

... I felt guilty, but in the end, I couldn't talk about it.

exe gets into their car after recording a music program.

Sakura Eito: Next we're shooting at a studio in Minato.

Jace: I'm tired. But didn't it feel great?

Xeno: Yes. We performed as planned, if not better.

Hugh: Yeah ... was fun ... and the talk too ...

Ivy: Hugh was more active in the conversation today than usual. He usually looks like he's sleepy.

Jace: Xeno was quite involved in the conversation, if you ask me.

Jace: Usually, it's just me and Ivy, and sometimes Finn, too.

Finn: Yeah. I think it was the first time we've had that much fun during a talk corner.

Xeno: ... Maybe so.

Sakura Eito: The program director was also happy, He said that he was able to capture exe in a more harmonious and friendly atmosphere than usual.

Sakura Eito: It was a good vibe from my point of view, and it still is.

Ivy: Even now?

Sakura Eito: Because in the past, these travel times were spent either in silence or doing whatever you wanted to do.

Ivy: I guess it's true what you say.

Sakura Eito: Hm? I haven't seen you guys talk to each other in such a soft atmosphere since you were formed.

Sakura Eito: Exspecially Ivy has changed. I feel that you lost your self-consciousness.

Ivy: ... Hm. I feel much better than before.

Finn: I guess that whole Macau thing must have worked, huh?

Jace: I think it's thanks to Aegis-chan that we were able to do this. If we had been on our own, we wouldn't have even noticed Ivy's problems.

Xeno: Without her work, we certainly wouldn't be where we are today.

Hugh: Housekeeper-san ... awasome ...

Ivy: Yes. I can't thank her enough.

Sakura Eito: I was very impressed by what she said. It was a good decision to invite her to the aprtment.

Sakura Eito: The members are getting to know each better, and Kawanaga-chan is doing an excellent job. I can't say enough good things about her.

Sakura Eito: Even before the presentation, I knew she was different from the others.

Finn: I'm thinking it's about time we heard a re-presentation of the situation.

Ivy: !

The members, oblivious to the wide-eyed Ivy, are all in favor of the idea.

Jace: That's good, isn't it? I'm sure Aegis-chan will come up with a better idea than the last one.

Hugh: Yes. Housekeeper-san knows us very well ..

Xeno: I'm sure she'll do a great job. I'm interested to see what she'll do with the re-presentation.

Finn: I know. Don't you think so too, Ivy?

Ivy: Yeah ... I guess so.

Ivy: ... I was so impressed with the way she was able to change the atmosphere of the room. Is this her power, too ...?

Finn: Ivy? What's wrong?

Ivy: ... I've been just asked by Rina-chan to help her with the re-presentation.

... And so.

All members were in agreement, and a date was set for the re-presentation.

... A few days later.

With all the members gathered, it was time for my re-presentation.

(Ivy-san made this chance for me. I will do my best and grab it!)

Rina: Well then, everyone, please take a look at this document first ...

... I put everything I had into the presentation.

For the new project, I further expanded on the idea of personifying jewels.

exe, who has become more human through the perfume, clash and struggle with each other.

Through this process, trust is born in them ... and they change.

The members listened intently, sometimes interrupting with pointed questions. And then ...

Xeno: ... It's a novel idea. I think exe deserves to take it on.

Finn: Yeah, I'm in.

Jace: Sounds like fun!

Hugh: I agree ... I'd like to try it ...

Ivy: ... I'm with you. I thought your idea was great.

They all accepted my presentation and gave me a pass.

Rina: Thank you very much ...!

The joy welled up in my heart, and I couldn't help but burst into tears.

(You all recognized me, we can make the CM. I'm so happy ...!)

(I'm sure I won't have to quit my job now ...)

Rina: Really ... thank you so much ...

Finn: What are you crying about, you idiot? That's the part where you laugh.

Rina: Huh!?

Finn-san starts to stir my head, and then everyone joins in ...

Jace: I'm happy for you, Aegis-chan. You did a great job preparing for the presentation.

Xeno: It was a good presentation, but don't get carried away. The hard part is just beginning.

Rina: Of course!

Hugh: Yeah, good luck ...

With a warm smile or a soft look in their eyes, the members encouraged me.

(Oh, I have to thank Ivy-san as well.)

(I'm grateful to Ivy-san, who has supported me throughout the entire process, for helping me achieve this result.)

... I turned my head and saw a scene I had never imagined.

Ivy: ...

(Huh ...?)

There was Ivy-san, who looked at me with the coldest eyes I've ever seen ...

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I have to correct myself, Ellis wasn't referring to himself in that scene.

Still, I believe he's not much older than 22. I don't know how canon the events are, but in VILLAIN'S NIGHT (last years halloween event), Ellis mentioned himself that 20 years ago, he finally started to speak. So far he seemed to have a rather good childhood until stuff happened, so I don't think he could've been older than 2 at that point. Normally children start to speak earlier.

Hi!

As far as you have translated, is Ellis' age revealed? Someone told me that he is 24, but Idk

So far, I haven't noticed anything apart from Ellis saying that he was at his happiest 20 years ago. I don't know the exact context of the sentence but I do guess he's at least 22.

If I find out more, I'll let you know.

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I am so confused right now.

I just finished playing Ivy Chapter 20 and I got a CG, but there was no CG icon in the chapter list (which is ALWAYS the case) and it wasn't saved to my album ...

Like, what's going on here?

Let's see what happens tomorrow. I'll start with Ivy's Melty Route and chapter 21 has the CG icon. Maybe it's that CG I just got?

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Ivy Chapter 16

Ivy: There's lot of noise outside my room.

Rina: Well ...

The voices outside were getting closer and closer ... until I could clearly identifiy the exe members.

Ivy: What's all the fuss about?

That moment, Ivy-san let out a sigh, got up, and opened the door ...

The rest of exe rushed inside the room.

Finn: Ivy. do something about them. They're so loud!

Hugh: Shush ... come ...

Jace: What is it about us that makes us persistent? You're the one who's going too fast.

Xeno: I'm just trying to be reasonable. You're the ones who need to stop this!

The room becomes noisy at once at the sound of four voices.

(What the hell!?)

Ivy: Don't fight. What's the matter?

Finn: It's their fault! They're trying to get in the way of me and Hugh.

Jace: I'm gonna get in your way! I know it's not going to work.

Hugh: You never know ... until you try ...

Xeno: The result is obvious! You guys are too short-sighted to begin with.

Finn: Shut up, you're going to have to hit and break these things!

Hugh: Finn is right ... I'm not good at thinking.

Jace: Think about it for a second. Finn and Hugh always act too spontaneously.

Xeno: It's the same on stage. Both of them are habitual offenders who change their dances at will and cause trouble.

Finn: You're telling me it's a nuisance? You guys can't even call people names like that. Just the other day ...!

They were arguing and arguing and arguing, and nothing was getting done.

I was almost at my wit's end when I heard a loud clapping sound.

Ivy: That's enough!

The members who had been arguing suddenly look at Ivy-san.

Ivy: Calm down a little bit. We can't solve anything in this situation.

Ivy: Let's discuss it properly. You aren't children. Can you do that?

Finn: ... Tch. All right.

Jace: Maybe I got a little overzealous ...

Xeno: ... I'm sure. It was unbecoming behaviour.

Hugh: ... Hm.

Ivy: Good.

(It's amazing ... you can calm them down in no time ...)

(I knew he was the leader ...)

The members notice me, as if they can now see their surroundings.

Finn: It's Rina.

Hugh: Housekeeper-san ... there you are ...?

Xeno: It's long past our meeting time.

Rina: I-I'm sorry.

Jace: I was starting the discussion because you didn't show up. Then this happened ...

Ivy: Discussion? ... Rina-chan, what are they talking about?

Rina: Uh, well ... that's ...

Finn: We were talking about ... you.

Ivy: Huh ...?

Jace: Oh, he said it.

Xeno: ... I'm not going to let this happen.

Jace: Aegis-chan told us that you are having trouble and feel threatened by us, Ivy.

Ivy: !!

Xeno: If it is so bad that it is even affecting your composition, it is a serious situation. We can't just leave it at that.

Ivy: ...

Ivy-san was speechless with surprise.

Rina: I'm very sorry, Ivy-san. I ...!

Finn: I'm telling you, Rina said it was supposed to be a secret. I had to force her to tell me.

Finn: You can't leave us alone, can you? You're our leader.

The other three nodded to Finn-san's words.

Xeno: If you, as a leader, are not doing well, it will lead to exe's failure. That's why we discussed countermeasures.

Jace: But we couldn't come up with a good idea, and we talked about how we wanted to reduce your workload.

Finn: So we decided to stop relying on you as much as possible.

Hugh: Instead, I had Housekeeper-san ... help me ...

Ivy: ! That's why Rina-chan was like that today ...

Hugh: But ... even in Macau, you were not in good spirits. All the time ...

Jace: We thought this was a bad idea, so we decided to have an emergency meeting at the hotel.

Ivy: I didn't know that ...

Xeno: Aegis didn't show up on time, so we went ahead and statet meeting on our own. But ...

Jace: We couldn't come to an agreement at all. We were getting heated, and it was like a fight ...

Xeno: Eventually, Finn got fed up and stormed out of the room, saying he would talk to you in person ...

Finn: It's become a bit of a muddle. You have to say what you want to say directly and clearly to convey what you want to say.

Hugh: Me too ... agree ...

Jace: How short-tempered you are. ... Xeno and I wanted to make a move with more thought.

Jace: So we came here, stopping them ... and that's pretty much it.

(That's why all that fuss ...)

Ivy: ... In other words, I was the cause of the fight.

Ivy: I'm sorry guys ... Maybe I'm not a good leader after all.

(What!?)

The other members and I were flustered when Ivy-san laughed without a care in the world.

Rina: There's no way you were the cause of the fight ...!

Rina: You're important to us all, Ivy-san. That's why we don't want you to worry or suffer ... that's all.

Ivy: I'm important? Why ...? I'm not that special.

Rina: Ivy-san ...

Xeno: Why are you so down on yourself? I recognize you as a part of exe.

Finn: Yeah. We've never underestimated you.

Jace: That's right. I really like the music you write. There's no need to feel inferior.

Hugh: Yeah ... you just have to be ... Ivy.

Ivy: ... But I don't have any talent.

Ivy: My composing skills are also mediocre. I'm just an average person who puts in a lot of effort and puts on a good front just like you guys.

Ivy: I'm the only one who isn't "special". I'm diffrent from the rest of you ...

The sad look in his eyes reminded me of something he once said to me.

--flashback--

Ivy: Xeno, Jace, Finn and Hugh … they all have special talents.

Ivy: I’m the only mediocre one. I can sing, dance, compose … nothing really great.

Ivy: They are all special. I’m different from them …

--flashback end--

Then as now, his words were tinged not only with a sense of inferiority but also with a sense of loneliness.

I can see why when I think of the kind, brotherly gaze that Ivy-san always gives his members.

Rina: Ivy-san thinks he's different from the other members of exe ... that's why it's so hard for him.

Rina: "I am inferior to you, my precious friends, in terms of ability, so I am not able to be a true friend to you all."

Rina: You think so, don't you?

Ivy: !

He looked at me as if flabbergasted.

Rina: That's why you're worried, and that's why you feel shy and reserved. Am I right?

Ivy: ...

He bit his lip tighty and let out a defeated sigh.

Ivy: ... That's right.

Ivy: For me, exe is an irreplaceable place.

Ivy: That's why. I can't forgive myself for being different and inferior to everyone else ...

... A lonely little cough brings a look of astonishment on the members' faces.

(I'm sure it was this feeling of loneliness that was at the root of his inferiority complex.)

With this thought in mind, I spoke up once and for all.

Rina: That's not true.

Ivy: What?

Rina: You are not alone. How can you say that you aren't one of them?

Rina: Because exe wouldn't exist without you.

Ivy: I don't have that kind of talent ...

Rina: It's not just about talent. You are the spiritual pillar of exe.

Rina: No matter how good you are at singing or dancing, that's not enough to be a leader.

Rina: Without you, exe would be in shambles. They were fighting like that just now.

Ivy: That's ...

Rina: You can only become 'exe Creed' with your presence and the songs you write.

Rina: Ivy-san is already "special" to the members.

Rina: The fact that they are all working so hard to encourage you is proof of that.

Rina: I'm sure you are the only one who could move people like this.

The members also agreed.

Hugh: Ivy, kind ... without Ivy, I can't do it ...

Jace: If it wasn't Ivy who was depressed, maybe we wouldn't be so desperate.

Xeno: Exactly. ... Ivy's malfuntion is directly related to exe's malfunction.

Finn: And I don't think anyone else would have asked me to do so much. It's because of you.

Ivy: ... Everyone.

With a look of disbelief on his face, Ivy-san looked at them all. They all looked at him intensely in return.

Rina: Do you still consider yourself unfir to lead?

Ivy: ...

He choked on his words.

His clenched hands conveyed the many emotions that must be running through his mind ...

And ... eventually he looked up and said with a tearful smile on his face.

Ivy: ... Thank you. I may not be the most reliable leader, but I'll try my best.

Everyone laughed at the slightly awkward expressions that differed from the usual gentle smiles.

Finn: Yeah. Of course!

Xeno: I've been saying that from the beginning. ... Absolutely.

Hugh: Yeah. Good ...!

Jace: We are no good without Ivy.

Ivy: Haha, I'll be there for you. I'll support you guys.

Ivy: I think I finally understand my role in exe ...

(Good ...! I'm so glad.)

I'm almost in tears.

(Surely now exe Creed is truly united as one.)

(This could be a hint for my presentation ...!)

As I looked at the happy members clapping each other's shoulders, I had an idea in my mind ...)

And ...

... after a successful trip to Macau, we returned home.

Ivy: I'm glad it was so good, even though there was a lot going on. I was able to talk to everyone, and ... my heart was lightened.

Ivy-san looks radiant, as if a burden has been lifted from him.

Rina: I see. But I'm sorry for telling everyone about your problems.

Ivy: It's okay, I know you were thinking of me.

Ivy: Thank you, I owe it all to you. You've always taken care of me ... and I appreciate it.

Rina: I'm glad. ... Ivy-san is feeling lighter.

Rina: And I'm so glad I was able to connect with all of you.

Ivy: ... You're really great. I can't believe you understand me so well.

Ivy: But that's not all. You helped me solve my problems, you saved me ...

He looked at me as if he was looking at something very serious.

Ivy: ... You are my "special" after all.

Rina: Ah, Ivy-san ...!

His heart-melting smile made my heart flutter.

Ivy: But ... even though it was for my sake, it was still lonely knowing that you were hiding and acting in secret.

Rina: I know. I'm really sorry.

Ivy: Yes. So ... from now on, don't hide anything from me.

Ivy: If something happens, tell me everything. I'll do the same for you. ... Okay?

Rina: Yes, I understand.

Ivy: It's a promise.

Ivy-san said happily.

His somewhat innocent smile and honest feelings of loneliness were something he had never shown before.

I'm sure this is also due to the disappearance of love.

(I'm glad, I hope we will be able to see more of Ivy-san's unknown face from now on ...)

Exe has changed and so has Ivy-san. I'm sure that their relationship with him will become even better.

... That's what I thought at this time.

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