Local Netizen Elf's Life In Another World

Case 285: Little Hanako and the cultural shock.

Case 285: Little Hanako and the cultural shock.

''Hm... let's begin with giving you a body first.''

''Oh? I thought I was gonna be some sort of guardian spirit, heheh.''

As per every isekai, the character selection period ensues. In this section, it can go in a few directions—either the god is mean as fuck and just throws you in a random body, or you get to choose.

Fortunately for both that Hanako and this Hanako, we get to choose.

''Er... I'll take my old body.''

And so, the old Hanako chooses to resurrect her old body. I'd go ahead and assume that she didn't die of cancer like I did because if not, she'd not be so fond of her body.

Then, Aris lets out an elegant chuckle, ''Understood, Miss Hanako.''

Let's see... oh... she's quite pretty, isn't she?

What comes out of Aris's divine magic is a woman who looks like she's in her early twenties, with typical Asian black hair and black eyes. She does resemble me a bit—understandably, since we're basically the same.

Once Aris finishes pushing Hanako's soul into her body, a brand-new Hanako is then born.

''Oh... this is amazing. My left hand is moving again!''

No, seriously, what did she do in her past life? A samurai?

''Do you wish to change anything else?''

''Probably not.''

Posing a radiant smile, the old Hanako is officially set for adventures.

A bit later, the scene changes and both of them arrive on a tall beacon overlooking the capital city of the Aris Kingdom.

Yeah, it's the same as the capital I remember from the VR game, just much, much more vibrant and peaceful.

''Whoa... the sight is incredible, Aris!''

''Heheh, I'm glad you like it. Now then, shall we go over some important details?''

''Bring it on!''

Afterward, they spend considerable time talking about this civilization. Since I don't know much either, I try to listen intently. Aside from that, it's also apparent that this Hanako comes from a pre-modern Earth. I haven't heard a single comparison featuring modern stuff on Earth, so.

Aside from having a slightly strange manner of speech, particularly adding weird noises in between some sentences, Hanako talks just like me.

''Muh... so this country is called 'Aris,' which I assume is named after you?'' She asks.

''Yes, embarrassingly...'' Aris shyly nods.

''Greetings to Your Holiness.''

'''' Greetings to Your Holiness. ''''

''Fufu, I told you not to be so stiff.''

''How could we show such an attitude to our savior?''

''Alright, alright...''

Here, we meet the remaining actors of this stage—Lucia, Liana, and Emy.

Lucia seems much better than she was in the game. Her hair is now of a proper silver shade, brimming with lustrousness that reminds me of the current Eva. The other two are pretty much the same.

''Oh, my... a helper, how precious,'' Lucia exclaims, gently grabbing Hanako's hand. ''We will do our best to assist you, Miss Hanako.''

''T-Thank you. I hope we can get along, ahahah...''

Don't think I didn't notice your eyes wandering down to their crotches, lil Hanako... because I do that, too.

I mean, isn't it incredible that this dumb-looking specimen will seduce all seven of these women later? What a strange life.

In any case, Aris then takes Hanako to various other places, letting her try the food, the clothes, the books, etc. The more they travel together, the more I sense this elevating gust of wind brewing in me. It is as if I am really here, experiencing all these wondering things.

I'm not sure if this Hanako knows it, but the reason she's so happy is probably because of Aris.

Aris has been with her since the start, and it is only because of her presence that everything seems so lively and fun. That's what companionship does to people.

I know because I'm her. She's enjoying being with Aris.

''Whew... today was fun!''

''Heheh, I'm glad.''

Sitting together on top of the beacon while showering in the moonlight, the two continue their seemingly endless conversation.

''I never thought there was another world like this.'' Hanako smiles contently, her long gaze gleaming. ''It's... it's really good. I don't know how to describe it. Thank you, Aris.''

''...Me too. I didn't think I would enjoy a company as much as this.''

''Is that so...''

The two look at each other for a bit before both of them break out into laughter.

''Then, do you want to go out together tomorrow?''

''Sure.''

It is at this point that I realize... the romance probably starts here.