The Witch Trial Begins with the OO Buckethead Zombie

The plan is not complicated, but the simpler the plan, the more room there is for flexibility.

Conversely, the more complex the plan, the more likely unexpected events are to occur.

However, Hoshino Utsunomiya felt that there shouldn't be any mistakes.

According to his memory, the conversation he had just heard started this morning.

In other words, it was time for the owl to explain the situation.

Next, Arisa will likely express her disgust for herself with a cold laugh, the owl will allow everyone to ask questions freely, Emma will raise her hand like a good child and ask questions seriously, Heero has not yet displayed her amazing wisdom, and Meruru is still by her side.

Everything was so chaotic, yet orderly.

Very well, let me look up and see where they are in their conversation.

“I see, I understand now. You intend for us to distrust each other, don’t you?” The blonde, golden-eyed, elegantly dressed stranger gave the owl a confident and triumphant smile: “But I will not let you have your way.”

"I will protect everyone!"

...?

Who are you?

……

Hoshino Utsunomiya couldn't help but rub her eyes, trying to reset the character model she was seeing.

But no matter how many times he blinked, rubbed his eyes, or looked at her repeatedly, he still saw a strange woman.

She has asymmetrical, light blonde short hair that leans towards brown, and a pretty face with sharp features and a sophisticated air.

Adorning the short, golden hair, at the tips, was a hair ornament that was difficult to discern whether it was an ear of wheat or some kind of insect.

Judging by her face alone, she is undoubtedly a beautiful woman who can be recognized at a glance.

Judging from her clothing, the blonde girl was wearing a prince-style military uniform that complemented her pretty face.

A shawl matching her hair color, with chain-like patterns, and an exceptionally long coat that draped straight down to knee height, with a sharp sword hidden in its sheath at the edge of the overlapping double belt.

He wore fitted black trousers, thick-soled cloth shoes, and black gloves on both hands.

A very distinctive person, but compared to all these outfits, temperaments, and styles.

The first thing that caught Utsunomiya Hoshino's eye and drew his attention was the one that immediately drew his gaze.

...Actually, it's the slight curve created by the slightly tight-fitting outer garment.

It's very light, really light. If you were to measure it with a ruler, it would be hard to say whether it has a 15-degree inclination.

But it was the subtle curve that drew my gaze.

...Should he say that he's finally seen a girl with a normal figure?

I never expected to see this on a Takarazuka-style, dashing cross-dressing man.

Thinking back on the girls I've met since I came here, Nikaido Hiro and Sakura Emma seem to be still in their developmental stage, and even wearing off-shoulder clothes can't save Arisa Fujito, you can see her little black tank top at a glance.

The only one that seems decent is Meruru on Ice.

Unfortunately, she was wearing very thick clothes and always covered her chest with her hands. The only chance to measure her fullness was when a hand holding a dinner knife was blocking the way.

...Tsukishiro Yuki?

Who?

Oh, it's Tsukishiro Yuki.

He is 1.5 meters tall and weighs 60 kilograms.

There's not even a need to say much; just stating this number should be enough to tell you that the witch simply doesn't have any extra weight to allocate to her superfluous organs.

It's not that I'm sexually repressed.

Lately, all the girls around me seem flat-chested, and after looking at them for a while, I feel like my perception of them is a bit off.

Emma is actually quite clingy to me. As a well-behaved, cute, and pretty girl, it's hard not to be moved by her efforts to get closer to me in an almost ingratiating manner.

Unfortunately, Hoshino Utsunomiya didn't feel particularly attracted to her.

Although he had seen Emma's pitiful state all along, and although Emma usually seemed to be enjoying her meals, even the dividing line of their supposed friendship was drawing a clear line for him.

...But upon closer examination, the key may actually lie in...

With her short hair, preference for masculine self-references, and flat chest, Emma is hard to recognize...

She is actually a young girl.

But let's put Emma's matter aside for now and get back to the main topic.

This cross-dressing beauty, with her charismatic and dashing presence, is...

Where did it come from?

"...Excuse me for a moment, but may I ask a question?" As the blonde girl tilted her head back and gently placed her hand on her chest, Utsunomiya Hoshino took a small step forward: "...Who were you again?"

Although it's impolite to interrupt someone when they're so full of energy, let alone ask who they are.

But Hoshino Utsunomiya could no longer suppress the doubts in her heart.

Who are you anyway? When did you arrive? I didn't see you before!

"...?" The girl glanced around, trying to gauge others' reactions, and paused for a moment. But she quickly composed herself and snorted, "Hmph, that's true. It's really hard to believe someone who's never met you yet says they want to trust and protect you."

"Because the timing wasn't good, I didn't have a chance to introduce myself earlier."

"Since you've asked this question, I'll start by introducing myself."

She gently placed her left hand on her chest.

"My name is Hasumi Ryoga." Hasumi Ryoga introduced herself, then raised her hand towards Utsunomiya Hoshino with a slightly exaggerated gesture: "And you? The only butler?"

Her exaggerated movements were filled with a strong desire to perform, and her voice had a deep, undulating tone.

...A stage actor?

From a somewhat dusty and insignificant area of ​​his memory, Hoshino Utsunomiya gleaned a vague recollection and realized he might have heard the name before.

But that's all I've heard of it.

Ryouya Hasumi.

Where did these roadside stage actors come from?

"Utsunomiya Hoshino." After simply giving her name, Utsunomiya Hoshino asked again, "Hasumi Ryoua, I feel like I've heard that name before. A stage actress?"

Why are stage actors here?

To be precise, what Hoshino Utsunomiya wanted to know was why things were different.

However, compared to what he wanted to know, Hasumi Ryoga was clearly more concerned about something else.

"Mai, a stage actress..." For some inexplicable reason, Hasumi Ryoga's face flushed for a moment. She coughed lightly and looked away. "Thank you for your recognition, but unfortunately I can't be considered a stage actress yet. However, it is true that I am active in the theater troupe."

Utsunomiya Hoshino:?

So what's the difference between a stage actor and a theater troupe actor?

He didn't quite understand, but judging from Hasumi Ryoya's reaction, she seemed quite happy to be called a stage actress.

"As for why I'm here... the warden should have already mentioned it, right?" Putting aside her obvious joy, Hasumi Ryoya then answered another question that she could actually hear: "Everyone was arrested because they tested positive for the so-called witch factor."

"...By the way, you are an exception."

The only man imprisoned along with the girls.

This uniqueness makes it hard not to notice.

In fact, ever since she was released from prison, Ryota Hasumi had been paying attention to Hoshino Utsunomiya.

Although everyone was dressed in extremely glamorous attire, even among all of them, Hasumi Ryoya felt that Utsunomiya Hoshino's outfit was the most eye-catching.

Its subtle and unique aesthetic would make it stand out among normal people, but it would only be unexpectedly eye-catching in a prison with this style.

Her appearance was secondary; what truly made her notice was her reaction.

Despite being locked up in this inexplicable prison, he acted as if he hadn't woken up yet the whole way to the reception room after being informed by the warden and asked to explain the situation.

He let the girl, who was overjoyed to see him, hug him, and they walked intimately together in front of everyone to the reception room. He remained silent until just now, when he seemed to wake up from a dream.

The first thing they said was, "Who are you?"

...Full of mysteries.

As the only male present, and even with the warden's personal instruction to exclude the witch from the disguise, he should have been the most suspicious mastermind.

But it was precisely this reaction that made Hasumi Ryoga feel that he was the least suspicious person.

“Since we’ve already set an example by introducing ourselves, let’s all take turns introducing ourselves,” Hasumi Ryoya said with a smile. “After all, this is the first time we’ve met, and having names will make it easier to leave an impression.”

"I want to trust everyone, and I want everyone to trust me. Trust requires mutual understanding, and starting with names is obviously a very good choice."

She began to guide everyone.

"Um..." But just then, the owl, whom she had just accused of wanting to sow suspicion among everyone, spread its wings and said, "Although I may have interrupted your friendly exchange, the lovely warden is going home now~"

"In short, that's the explanation. Whether you believe it or not, the result won't change."

"If you want to know more, you can consult the Witch Encyclopedia."

As it spoke, the owl flapped its wings and disappeared through the ventilation duct.

This aligns with Hoshino Utsunomiya's memories.

...But why is there an extra Rhea?

The brief conversation did not answer his questions; instead, it only increased his confusion.

Even the moment his attention was finally drawn away from the very noticeable Ryota Hasumi, this confusion began to swell again.

Because he finally noticed the other people around him.

—It's not just Hasumi Ryoua who's been added.

Following the guidance of Hasumi Rhea, after Ice Meluru, Sakura Emma, ​​and Nikaido Hiro successively announced their names.

The blue-haired girl standing next to Hoshino Utsunomiya happily raised her hand.

"Hi hi~! I'm Tachibana Sherry, Tachibana Sherry is me!"