After showing off, it was time to harvest.
Just like Zunzun said before, farming is simple in theory: the crops grow, absorb nutrients, and mature. But for the harvesters, there's always a lot to consider.
Two kids? The harvest was definitely too much for them alone.
Unexpectedly, Sister Soketto came to help.
Not only that, she brought friends.
"I'm Hululu — a great mage, soon to wield advanced magic, and daughter of the Crimson Demon Clan's number one blacksmith!"
"I'm Hualala — a great mage, soon to wield advanced magic, and daughter of the Crimson Demon Clan's top coffee shop owner!"
"I'm Honglonglong — a great mage, soon to wield advanced magic, and daughter of the Crimson Demon Clan's best innkeeper!"
Zunzun stared at the three girls striking ridiculous poses, especially since they looked like the Ginyu Force but all wore Sister Soketto's school uniform.
His face twitched involuntarily.
What was this? The Wind, Rain, and Thunder trio?
At the same time, he was thankful to have been spared a weird nickname at birth — although "Zunzun" wasn't exactly great either.
By the way, Sister Soketto herself was the daughter of the clan's number one fortune teller.
"Sister Soketto, who are these three?"
"They're the people I asked for help. I was worried since you, Zunzun, haven't been playing like a normal child because of your farming."
"Help? But Sister Soketto, didn't you say the farming had to be secret, so no one would notice?"
"Oh, right… Sorry, I forgot." Sister Soketto scratched her cheek, looking a little sheepish.
Zunzun realized his sister could be a bit naive.
"Don't say that," said Hululu, the girl with low double ponytails. "She cares about you a lot and begged us until we reluctantly agreed."
"That's right. You should be nicer to your sister!" Hua Lala, the short-haired goddess, grabbed Zunzun's cheek, thinking it felt nice. She squeezed and played with him even harder.
"Mmmmm—" Zunzun couldn't resist and could only make pleading sounds, begging Sister Soketto for mercy.
"Okay, okay, let him go!" Honglonglong rescued Zunzun from Hua Lala's grasp. With her black hair tied by a red butterfly and her gentle red eyes like Sister Soketto's, she instantly earned Zunzun's goodwill.
But it didn't last.
"I heard from Soketto that you want to conquer the world. How cute."
Uh—
That gentle but slightly mocking smile made Zunzun feel like a lovesick teenager dreaming wild dreams.
This one was definitely black-bellied! Zunzun's inner alarm bells rang loudly.
More than that, he felt embarrassed.
It was like your mom finding your secret diary under your bed and instead of throwing it away, proudly sharing it with friends and neighbors.
Too much, Sister Soketto!
"That's right! My Zunzun has such grand ambitions and has actually started achieving them! Isn't that amazing?" Sister Soketto suddenly beamed with pride.
Zunzun was surprised by her sincerity — but then he realized.
It was just a difference in perspective.
The Crimson Demons, obsessed with second-year syndrome, didn't mock Zunzun's talk of world conquest like normal people. To them, it was downright cool.
So—
"I am Zunzun, and I will be the strongest Crimson Demon ever! To conquer the world, I'm building strength by farming! Big sisters, if you help me, I might just enthrone you as my Four Heavenly Kings after I conquer the world!"
Zunzun struck a strange pose unique to the Crimson Demons and introduced himself proudly.
"Wow, so cute!" Hua Lala hugged him lovingly.
Hululu exclaimed, "What a great goal!"
"This is the Crimson Demon Clan," Honglonglong nodded approvingly. "At first, I thought it was just talk. But now? Since you have such lofty goals, I'll lend you a hand!"
…What? She wasn't black-bellied after all, just trying to recruit him for their second-year syndrome club.
The misunderstanding was cleared, and Zunzun breathed a sigh of relief.
Meanwhile, Megumin was completely ignored — but she wasn't upset. Instead, she stared in awe at the big sisters' broad pectoral muscles.
Including Sister Soketto, these four carried a noticeable weight — perfectly explaining the saying, "Birds of a feather flock together."
Zunzun thought Megumin might ask about the muscles again, but instead she just clenched her fists and nodded, like she'd made up her mind.
Thanks to Sister Soketto and the Wind, Rain, and Thunder trio, the 100-square-meter cornfield was harvested in a single day.
As the sun set, the trio stretched from the day's work.
"Alright, let's call it a day and head home."
"Wait, don't be in such a hurry."
Sister Soketto stopped them. "You've worked hard today. Come to my house for dinner. Let me tell you a secret: Zunzun is an amazing cook!"
"Oh, if you say so, I have to taste it," Honglonglong said, eyeing Zunzun with interest.
Sister Soketto, your brother is definitely being targeted...
Invited by Sister Soketto, Zunzun happily went home — after all, helping with the harvest deserved dinner.
Back at home, Zunzun cooked a sumptuous meal starring freshly harvested corn.
His skillful cooking quickly won over the three older sisters' stomachs.
"It's delicious!" Hua Lala exclaimed, then shouted, "Zunzun, why don't you come cook at my place? With your skills, you'd make tons of money!"
Wait, isn't her house a café?
"It could become a restaurant — not a big deal. Soketto, just let Zunzun help! Better yet, make him my child!"
"No! Zunzun is family! No one can take him away!" Sister Soketto clutched him protectively.
Well done, Sister Soketto!
Because when Honglonglong saw Soketto's fierce reaction, the mischievous glint in her eyes vanished, and she gave up the unrealistic plan.
After dinner, Sister Soketto sent the Wind, Rain, and Thunder trio off, giving them some freshly harvested corn as thanks.
The three left happily.
Zunzun watched their backs and said to Sister Soketto, "They really are a good group of friends."
"Really? You think so too? I'm so happy." Soketto smiled.
Zunzun pursed his lips.
Sister Soketto had worried he wouldn't make friends. He, in turn, worried about her sacrificing her own time for him.
"Sister Soketto."
"Hmm?"
"Thank you."
"Hmm."
Brother and sister smiled at each other.
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