One-way traffic

Possessing the ability to defeat Imagine Breaker, he is also one of the unique beings in this world.

He knew that outside this world, there was some other dimension that was about to clash with him.

"Although I don't know exactly who has their eyes on our world, it must be someone even demon gods like the Queen and Nephthus couldn't handle, right?"

As he said this, Touma Kamijou seemed to unconsciously clench his fist.

"What exactly are those guys' goals?"

“…I’m talking about you.”

Upon realizing this, Accelerator immediately narrowed his eyes.

"You're not planning to suddenly interfere in this again, are you?"

"Huh? No, it won't work...?"

"Get a better understanding of the situation. What era do you think we're in now? And what do you think the current battlefield situation is like?"

The first person sighed, his tone tinged with displeasure.

"Listen carefully, even if you have that right hand, what follows has already exceeded the boundaries of this world, and it's beyond your ability to handle."

"But, but——"

"Although you have the power to change everything, that power can only be brought into play under the right circumstances. In the current situation, you are actually the least suitable person to get involved here."

The reason he said these things was because Accelerator had seriously considered Touma Kamijou's position in this situation.

He's definitely not the kind of person who can just throw things on the table.

Of course, this doesn't mean that Accelerator thinks Touma Kamijou isn't strong enough. Perhaps in Accelerator's heart, no one can compare to the hero's status.

But this is a cold and ruthless battlefield where we need to consider the actual situation.

Speed, strength, defense, physical strength, and mental level.

In terms of these things, Touma Kamijou is basically at the weakest level.

Aside from his right hand, which allows him to predict and evade enemy abilities based on their early signs and to neutralize supernatural powers, this spiky-haired high school student doesn't have much else to offer.

From a purely practical standpoint, even the most ordinary soldier, if not a person with special abilities or a magician, could easily capture the boy before them.

Accelerator did not intend to let him get involved in this kind of battlefield structure.

At least not yet.

"…that."

After hearing Accelerator's words, which sounded like a reprimand, Touma Kamijou looked over timidly.

He then raised his hand.

"You wouldn't be... worried about my safety, would you?"

boom--! !

No sooner had he said those words than Touma Kamijou realized that the empty soda can he was holding had vanished.

Ah, upon closer inspection, it seems to have flown into the sky at dozens of times the speed of sound and even burned up due to excessive speed.

Accelerator, standing in front of him, maintained a gloomy and unreadable expression.

"...Are you shy, or angry?"

"You can choose any outcome, and I will decide whether to throw you into the Pacific Ocean or the Atlantic Ocean depending on the outcome."

"Spare me! I'm a man who's swum out of the Arctic Ocean, after all. I really don't want to experience that feeling of being submerged in the sea again!!"

Although his words sounded threatening, Touma knew perfectly well that the person in front of him was just joking with him in his own unique way.

…It was probably just a joke, right?

"In short, I don't really know what you guys are busy with, or how many people are working on it."

Even though the spiky-haired high school student knew some of the details, he still couldn't find out more.

He looked at the first person with a serious expression.

"If there's anything I can help with, just let me know. After all, we're only able to get back to normal thanks to your help, so I'd like to do my part."

"...Even if it means facing danger again, you still have to do it?"

"If you want to ask me for help, I will definitely accept your request."

The two gazed at each other.

Then, Touma Kamijou seemed to notice something.

He smiled slightly and walked directly to Accelerator's side.

"Come on."

He gently patted his shoulder with his right hand and then walked away.

Then, Accelerator finally understood why Touma Kamijou did what he did.

"ah…"

A figure appeared in front of him from the side.

She was wearing the same Christmas outfit, which looked like a long dress, with red and white stripes and turquoise twin ponytails swaying behind her, making her an adorable figure.

"Does this outfit look good?"

Hatsune Miku stood in front of herself with a somewhat expectant smile, her hands behind her back.

"...When did you change into these clothes?"

"Just now! Oh right! I also bought a similar outfit for that girl named Index, and this too..."

She took something out of her bag.

"this."

It is a bracelet with a bright purple gemstone set in the center and an overall white gold appearance.

The girl took a deep breath.

He then slowly handed the bracelet in his hand to Accelerator.

"...This Christmas present was commissioned to be made by someone, but it seems...it's been made ahead of schedule. I was originally planning to wait until Christmas to give it to you..."

He took the bracelet the girl offered and stared at it intently.

"That one, Yifang."

then.

The girl in front of him looked at him with a slightly unnatural voice and a hint of nervousness.

"Could you... come with me to the rooftop for a moment?"

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He couldn't figure out what the woman was thinking.

Accelerator didn't try to probe her mind or see what she was thinking.

I simply accompanied Hatsune Miku to the rooftop.

The two were bathed in the falling snow.

Snowflakes drifted down the streets in the distance, and the Academy City, resembling a snow-covered city, was visible at a glance.

In just a short while, it was covered by ice and snow.

The snow in the sky gradually began to fall heavier, and the number of people on the streets gradually decreased.

At least from this street, there is no one else in sight.

and so.

Even if we say or do something here, no one else will bother us, right?

The girl was completely certain of this.

She took a deep breath, as if to encourage herself, suppressing all her indescribable emotions.

"I…"

Accelerator wanted to say something, but after seeing Hatsune Miku's expression, he stopped talking.

The girl, however, was gazing intently at him.

"The things we've been through together could never be fully recounted, even in three days and three nights."

…yes.

From the very beginning of the post-apocalyptic zombie world until now, what exactly has happened?

It really was a very long journey.

However, what was supposed to be a long time felt like a fleeting moment to Hatsune Miku.

For people who are constantly doing what they love, they are basically unaware of the passage of time.

“At the very beginning, I couldn’t do anything and I didn’t dare to do anything at all.”

In the very beginning, Hatsune Miku couldn't even protect herself, let alone fight.

What exactly has sustained her all the way to where she is now? What transformed that fragile girl into the strong person she is today?

The answer is right in front of you.

Hatsune Miku smiled gently, gazing at the person in front of her.

"One side."

I wonder if it's because of the influence of ice and snow.

Accelerator vaguely sensed that the girl's cheeks seemed to have become somewhat rosy.

"Would you like to know what I'll be giving you for Christmas this year?"

That's it.

The girl dressed in Christmas attire made her next move without any hesitation.

Gently, she placed her soft lips on the same spot on the white-haired, red-eyed man.

Although, it was only for a moment.

"Woo..."

The moment Hatsune Miku did this, she felt her breathing become rapid.

"This is my... Christmas present, do you like it?"

She slowly stepped back, ignoring Accelerator's expression and everything else.

"…I like you."

I can't even tell what I'm thinking anymore.

My mind went blank, but... that sincere feeling could never be hidden.

The girl dared not think about anything more; she was afraid that if she continued to do so, she would revert to that state of being afraid to do anything.

“I have seen everything that has happened so far. It was one side that helped me get to where I am today step by step.”

Even his voice was trembling slightly.

However, the girl did not back down.

"So... I love you! No matter what changes history or anything else, even if you disappeared... the person I love most in this world will always be you! Accelerator!!"

It was almost as if he was shouting, uttering all his words at once.

pat-

She ran downstairs as fast as she could, not paying any attention to the expression and reaction of the person in the first place behind her.

That's already the limit.

“Ooooo…!”

She felt her whole body burning up, her heart was pounding, and she couldn't think of anything.