Vampeerz ch36

p1
>>The theme Ichika has picked for the independent study portion of her summer homework is...

>Phew...

>I guess I should start with the ones that are easier to ask~

>>Ichika's Room

>...Okay.

p2
>>Study of Vampires

>>Unravelling the history of lilus.

p3
>Khara-chan~, do you have a...

>Ah...
>Wha-

>Sorry!!!

p4
>Khara.
>Born in a deserted village in Eastern Bengal.

>It was in 1707, so...
>You're 312 years old.
>...
>I can't process this...

>>New Recording #1
>I became immortal when I was 18.

>Heh, I thought we were about the same age.
>>14
>I had a stunted growth.
>There wasn't much to eat, after all.

p5
>I was an orphan who was picked up and raised by thieves.
>The thuggees named me Khara, which was associated with the goddess they worshipped.
>I have no idea what my actual name is.

>I did what they ask and they give me a share.
>I didn't know of any other way to live.

>And then one time, I messed up and me and my cohorts were publically executed.

>When I saw everyone's eyes aimed squarely at me,

p6
>I decided that if I was reborn, I would definitely try to make people happy.

>I was supposed to die there and then, but when I opened my eyes, I had come back to life.
>...
>That's heavy...

>The one who gave me their blood simply passed on their knowledge on immortality before leaving.
>I've forgotten their name and face, and I have no idea if they're even still alive.

>You already told her everything about us, right?
>Yeah.

p7
>I first met Aria in London.
>Tell me more!
>...

>I heard that she was the leader of the immortals and seeked her out.
>It was during the 2nd World Fair, right?
>Yeah.

>She found me a place to live, but it was disappointing how cold she was...
>Back then, we weren't aware of the trouble being caused by Ghika's revival.

>...Um,
>since I assume Shadi-chan was watching, I have to ask...

p8
>You were in love with Aria-chan, weren't you?
>Eh?
>Ah... well, erm...
>Tell her.

>Sh-She was, how do I put it...
>someone who made you feel like wanting to help her.

>I did come to like her at first sight...
>but it was more like admiration.

>It's not like what she has with you, Ichika...
>Hmmm...

>By the way...

p9
>Have you two still only gone as far as kissing?
>Fweh!?
>Eh? Really?

>Well, I mean,
>that kinda thing should be saved for when we're adults...
>Even though you've been kissing like crazy?
>Hey, don't you feel like wanting to do it?

>We've been watching you, so be honest with us.
>Gh
>Afterwards, they had absurd amount of love gossip.

p10
>Day 2.

>I'm really busy today and tomorrow.
>Couldn't snag her.
>I wonder what she's busy with...?

>Ah.
>Hm?

>...

p11
>D-...
>Did you write all of this, Jirou-san?

>Yeah...
>It's my hobby.
>Math is your hobby!?
>Please do my homework for me next time!

>...You should do that yourself.
>...Yes, sir.

p12
>Jirou.
>Born in Tokyo in the 7th year of the Meiji era.
>I guess it's been 145 years...

>My father was a soldier, and my brothers and I joined the army.

>When I was 21, I became injured and seperated from my regiment while crossing the continent.

>It was Aria-sama who saved me from the brink of death.

>After that, I forgot all about my family and began serving her.
>...That's all.
>Talk about brief!

p13
>...So you drank Aria-chan's blood, huh?
>That's right.
>Hmmm.

>Everyone almost died when they were humans...
>Is it just coincidence?
>Why do you think you became a lilu?

>As I told you before, I don't know.
>All I can say is that I got lucky...
>I'm just grateful towards Aria-sama.

>I can do all the math I want now.
>And lately I can freely exchange ideas will people around the world via the web!!
>...That's amazing.
>I knew that.

>Ah, that's right. What about you and Arthur-sa-...

p14
>...Hm?
>Uh, never mind.
>Oh crap, oh crap, oh crap...

>Since we're reunited,
>let's forget about the past and become friends again.

>I wonder what happened between them...

p15
>Whatcha doing?
>>Gya
>Dwah!

>What were you doing in a boy's room?
>Hah.

>Eh, what, are you jealous?
>You're so cute<3
>...

>Forget it. I'll just ask Jirou.
>Wait! I'm sorry! I'll explain!

p16
>Please enjoy your food.
>Thanks for the grub<3

>He was teaching me about the Meiji era!
>For my social studies homework!
>It wasn't technically a lie, but I still deceived her...

>...
>But well, I'm glad she's cheered up again<3
>Yummy.

p17
>Maybe I'll take this opportunity to ask her...
>...Hey, um.
>Yeah?

>?

>Is it good?
>I just said it was yummy.
>You're weird.

>Glad to hear it.
>On second thought, I should ask her later...

p18
>Maoa.
>Born in Henan approximately 9000 years ago.

>I was basically a kid who loved eating.
>I had pretty much eaten every dish in the world by the time I was 4.

>How did you get involved with Aria-chan?
>We met at the end of the 19th century in Qingniwa,
>around the time it was incorporated into what's now known as Dalian.
>She hired me for my cookery skills.

p19
>After war broke out, we moved to Yokohama together.
>Is that when the castella incident happened?
>...Yes.

>Is there anything else you'd like to ask?
>How did you become a lilu?

>I don't want to say.

>...Erm.
>Ichika-san, I'm grateful to you for accepting me with open arms.

>But I won't talk about that.
>I'm sorry.

p20
>No, I'm the one who should be sorry...
>That was impolite of me.
>I love how honest you are, Ichika-san.

>In life, there are some wounds that you can't share with others.
>If you're going to continue your research, you should bear that in mind.

p21
>Okay, Shiki, tell us about your upbringing.
>...

>...
>...

>...
>...Let's move onto the next one.
>>Shiki
>>Lost her mind due to a failed attempt at becoming a lilu.
>>Cause of failure unknown.
>>Interview impossible.

p22
>Arthur, born in 15th century England.
>Son of a Winchester carpenter.

>Became a mercenary for hire and got unlucky.
>I was severely wounded by a Barnett and was saved by the whims of the old ones.
>Among lilus, I'm known as "the shadow of the immortals at the front."
>I drink blood freely.

>I didn't have a full education, but I've loved poetry since birth.
>I've hopped from place to place, devoting my infinite time to the written verse.

>Shall I recite some for you?
>Eh? S-Sure... Go ahead.

p23
>Five minutes later.
>And when you eat the meat, the peat mellows and sweetens the beat...
>So long...

>Am I boring you?

>N-Not at all...
>It's fine.
>Just because I like it doesn't mean I have good taste.
>Thanks for listening anyway.

>Well whaddaya know... I pegged him as some idiotic noble, but he's actually kinda nice.
>That poem just now was dedicated to my little kitten.

>Hm?
>Or in modern terms, my ex-girlfriend.

p24
>What about Jirou-san?
>You already know, right? He's my ex-boyfriend.
>I have a poem about him too, if you'd like to hear it.
>No thanks!!

>I heard that my lilu "parents" fell into Ghika's hands.
>Ghika...
>Those bad guys, right?
>Indeed. Led by someone named Al-Kamil.

>A dark queen who was alienated by the orthodox lilus.
>Cunning and inhumane.
>Despite being an abnormal sadist, she was able to gather many like-minded followers to form the Ghika family.
>It seemed to put an end to their struggle with the orthodox faction, but the truth remains unknown.

p25
>And then, at the end of the 17th century, they manipulated the treasured sword users of those days into slaughtering the old ones.
>This was known as the Great Purge.

>Now only two ancient Lilus remain, Aria and Al-Kamil.
>According to Jirou, Aria is apperently her "parent"...

>At the very least, they've clearly had a deep connection since ancient times.
>...

>Don't tell me Aria-chan is your ex-girlfriend.
>Hahaha. Perish the thought.

p26
>No...
>Seriously, she isn't.

>Please calm down...

>My ex-girlfriend is...

>>giggle

>You're on the right track, Ichika-chan.

>>Next issue, a possible catfight!!