Part 34: Episode 34: Behind the Scenes, Part 1

Episode 34: Behind the Scenes, Part 1

Unacceptable! I billed this as the Vert Comedy Hour, how dare they later cut the episode in such a way as to make that inaccurate!
I don’t even know what you’re talking about.
Part 1? Does that mean we’re on the hook for another one of these after?
Do you have to ask? Last time, we joined up with Nepgear’s party. Now, on Neptune…



Hm.
You look well. I’m glad. Sorry I couldn’t save you sooner.
Don’t worry.
By the way, Rom and Ram did a great job!
There’s no way I could’ve done it without them.
Uh-huh.
(As…talkative as ever, I see.)
(She didn’t talk to me much three years ago, either. Maybe she doesn’t like me?)
Not true.
What the goodness!? D-Did I say my thoughts out loud?
Not really. They’re written all over your face.
O-Oh. I see…

Oh, and Neptune, your sister is a lot cooler than you.
What?



Do you mean it?
You’re diligent and polite. You’re pretty smart and strong. No reason to dislike you, but…
You lack the forwardness Neptune has that can tear down barriers between people.
I think I can understand that. Maybe I should learn from her.
Don’t. I’d hate to imagine a world where two fruitcakes like her exist.
Don’t? Then what should I do?
Don’t do anything. You’ve changed immensely since three years ago, for the better.
Do you think so? I can’t judge myself.
Fine. I’ll try to talk to you more. We’ll have a long-term friendship.
Th-Thank you.
I finally got through to Blanc. Have I really changed that much?

Yeah, have to agree, much more like a main character.
N-No she’s not! I’m the best main character there’ll ever be!



I’m not sure about the safe part, but yes, I’m back.
I was never worried to begin with. Your personality is not quite cute enough to be killed off so easily.
I see you’ve brushed up on your social skills.
If being cute gets you killed, there’s no way I want to be cute.
How have things been over here? Were you able to handle everything?
All but the things requiring your approval have been performed well.
And things that don’t need my approval make up for less than half, right?
I suppose that may be the case. Perhaps.
Ugh, that’s quite the miscalculations. I though I’d get a moment of rest.
You’re very good when it comes to work. That’s why I appointed you as Oracle, despite your socially inept tendencies.
I didn’t think someone as blunt at you would need my approval on her work.
I only hesitate so as to not infringe upon the CPU’s authority. After all, I claim to be your loyal vassal.
Coming from you, that sounds sketchy. Oh well. If my signature is all that’s required, bring me the documents.
They have been stacked in the next room. There are far too many to carry.
How…many?
You’ve been on vacation for three years. Did you expect a single binder?
I was on vacation, was I? Would you like to take the same three-year vacation as I did?
If the nation can operate smoothly in my absence, yes. With pleasure.
Are they on bad terms?
Who knows. They’re always like that. It’s mysterious, but all of their work turns out flawless.
Oh…

I mean it’s just how things are.



I’ll need to start my studies from scratch.
Who knows which actress is popular these days.
I’m sure my favorites from three years ago have mostly retired.
The ones left over are the so-called stars. What a compassionless industry.
I’ll have to update my cosplay wardrobe, too. It’s far too embarrassing to dress up like characters from three years ago.
In the same vein, I must start my research by reading their original manga.
Jeez! I’ll never have enough time!
At least now I know what I need to do. Knowing is half the battle.
My sister looks like she’s researching something intensely. It’s probably better if I leave her alone.
Somehow I doubt its importance.

I’m really quite jealous. I wish I had a little sister like that.
Wait, so that weird lady isn’t actually your sister like she says?
Oh, heavens no.



Yes. You’ve kept so busy, even after getting rescued.
Although I can’t be held responsible for the world being this messy.
Hmhmhmm. Did you miss me? I apologize for leaving you alone.
No, not a problem, not at all! Because today…I get all your time.
Okay, is the PC working properly? I’ve not booted it for three years. I’m worried. Needs updated parts, too…
Huh? V-Vert, you can care for your PC anytime.
I would leave it to you, but you simply cannot handle this kind of task.
All right, updating this bad boy will take me the whole day.
…
Urk… *cough, hack, wheeze * M-My symptoms are returning… The only cure is Vert’s attention…
If you’re sick, it would be best if you lie down on the bed.
*hack, hack, snort * Th-That’s all you can recommend!? Vert, you’re unbelievably cold…
It’s been three years since I last saw your dying act. It’s so nostalgic. You did it when I left before, too.
Since I’ve already seen you try it, it won’t trick me ever again.
Ugh… She’s figured it out.
No need to be so juvenile about it. I’ll pay attention to you once I’ve taken care of my computer.
Before that, though, I must go out and purchase the games released these past three years and get their achievements.
Whew. I wonder when I’ll ever find the time to relax.
I…I won’t give up. I’ll definitely get her attention!

You should be careful, Neptune, I’ve actually been thinking of trying to steal your sister.
Nope, no way. Not gonna happen.



Don’t distract me right now! I’m in the midst of a guild war! I can’t miss a single line of the log.
Vert, let’s go shopping together today. If my memory is correct, a new entry in your favorite game series released.
I pre-ordered is from NISA’s online store. I have to stay here to sign for it when the package arrives.
Vert, I think I want to try my hand at an online game. If you don’t mind, could you be my coach?
The server is down for maintenance. That means I can concentrate on a single-player game today.
Ugh. It’s been days and she hasn’t even given me a moment of her time.
I’ll try it once more… *cough, hack, sniffle * I think I’m terminally ill…
It’s just a cough. The syrup is on the second shelf.
Tch. She still won’t pay attention to me. No…maybe my acting isn’t quite up to her standards!
Let’s go even harder. * vicious cough, phlegmy hack *
(How’s that, Vert? Do you believe I’m faking that? O-Oh…I really am starting to feel nauseous…)
* this cough’s legit! *

It’s just not fair, though, that I’m the only one without a little sister.



Ugh… I feel lightheaded… I can’t breathe…
You were trying too hard, dear. WebRx would self-diagnose it as hypoxia. Anyway, please lie down!
S-Sure…
Are you okay? My, don’t scare me.
I’m sorry, Vert. You could notice when it wasn’t fake?
Of course. How long do you think we’ve lived together?
My darling Vert…
Heavens, I’ll have to watch over you all day today. You must take it easy.
All right. Actually, I’m kind of hungry…
Yes, of course. I’ll fix something up.
If you wouldn’t mind, I feel so weak… Perhaps you could…feed me by hand?
You’re quite a needy little baby. If you’re a good girl, I’ll feed you.
Score!

Wait, why do you just want to steal Neptune’s sister? Is something wrong with mine?
If you just asked I’d give you the little brats about half the time.



Oh my, welcome. Hmhmhmm. It’s rare for one of the little sisters to visit me.
Please make yourself comfortable.
Thank you. Wow, this room is more amazing than I imagined.
Really? It’s a normal room, right?
Definitely not. Maybe it looks more surreal because the less decorated rooms were already elegant.
It’s a guest room. Of course I try to keep it clean.
Still…I see. I didn’t know that was how you saw it.
I only keep the things I love here.
You choose what to put in this room?
Of course. However, perhaps only about two percent of my belongings are here.
Um, where would the other 98 percent be?
Tossed in the adjacent room.

Nobody’s stealing Nep Jr. or anyone else!



Goodness…
Goodness, indeed. Chika is so cruel. She never bothered to tidy up that room while I was away.
It’s dusty, damp, and… What should I do? I’m afraid if I move anything else in there, I’ll find mold.
I have no comment.
Since you’re here, why don’t I show you the other room, as well?
N-No thank you! I’m plenty satisfied with this room!
Hmm, I suppose there isn’t enough space for us both to stand in that room.
Whew. Thank goodness.
I’ll be sure to make the necessary space in time for your next visit.
I’d definitely enjoy experiencing the humidity of that room together with you.
P-Please don’t look forward to such strange things.

Shame, we didn’t even get to my best scene. It has art and everything.
What? Why does she get an art scene and we don’t?
Do you have to ask?
This is so lame!
I still have no idea what any of you are talking about! Next time, same Nep time, same Nep channel: Behind the Scenes, Part 2.