The Star Girl and the Fool’s Proposal

Yokugama: Let's go to the academy. Ooo, there are so many people here. But what’s with those badges on their chests? Maybe they’re student council members or seniors. Wait—she’s a little girl, so why does she have that badge? As far as I know, my elder brother and sister don’t have one. Hmm, maybe I should ask directly.

Yokugama: Mmm... Ooo, I see. That badge is given to those who have an extraordinary amount of Natura Ki. That means—hey, little girl, which class are you—Little Girl: Hey, mister! What did you just call me? Don’t get too friendly when talking to someone you just met!

Yokugama: Araaa, is it what I’m thinking? What is this girl—a tsun... tsundere?Little Girl: Hey! Are you even listening to me? Hey—Yokugama: Let’s get married.Little Girl: Huh!? Are you serious? Wh-Why are you suddenly asking me to marry you out of nowhere!?

Yokugama: Because I like you. Will you go o—no, please marry me.The other students nearby whisper to each other.

Student 1: Hey, it’s the loli Hoshizora.Student 2: That guy’s dead... It’s rumored she beat up a boy from the senior class just because she didn’t like his face.Yokugama: (thinking nervously) What are they talking about... Beating an upper-class student? Don’t tell me I just walked straight into a lion’s cage.

Little Girl: Let me introduce myself properly. I’m Hoshizora Yama, second year.Yokugama: Wait—my brother told me to avoid that person at all costs! What am I doing...? Sorry, brother, I couldn’t follow your words.

Hoshizora: Let’s settle this with a match.She transforms, her form shifting into a tall girl with long hair, a beautiful face, and a confident smile.Hoshizora: My name is Hoshizora Yama. Let’s settle this when we fight each other in the final round.

Yokugama: She’s asking for a match? None of my brothers or sisters mentioned anything like this!Hoshizora: Don’t give me excuses that you didn’t know.Yokugama: I know.Hoshizora: Then tell me—which class are you in? I’ve never seen you before in this academy.

Yokugama: I’m a freshman. So let’s settle thi—Hoshizora: Like that’s going to happen. Let’s make it interesting: the winner can ask for anything from the loser.Hoshizora: But wait—you said you’re a new student, right? Let’s see if you can reach the top in the freshman competition. If you can, then we’ll duel in the special match held by my family and the academy.Yokugama: (thinking) If I’d known she was this kind of person, I wouldn’t have talked to her at all. Damn my curiosity! Well, what’s done is done. I’ll defeat this arrogant girl. She’ll regret looking down on me just because she has that special badge on her chest.

Hoshizora’s Perspective.                  Who is he? Does he think just because he’s new and has a good face, he can do whatever he wants? I’ll crush him. But... his Natura Ki is strong—very strong.However, the flow of energy inside his body is unstable. It could eventually damage his brain and his Natura Ki circuits. I’d like to help him... but let’s see first if he’s worth my attention. 

Meanwhile, in the Crowd A girl whispers softly.

Girl: I have to save him... from my sister.

Her name is Hoshikage, the little sister of Hoshizora. Unlike her sister, she failed to advance to the second year because she was constantly bullied by upper-class students—the same ones her sister once punished.

the upper student who was punished by his older sister now in their family prison for that act, Hoshikage was left alone. In this academy, bullying is considered a crime.

Now, Hoshikage waits outside the weapon preparation room, where Yokugama is getting ready for the royal battle tournament.

Yokugama’s Thoughts-How should I fight her? It looks one-sided, but in the last moment I will win by chance, . Let’s see how she fights first. If there’s any threat of my secret being exposed, I’ll fight without holding back.