NOVEL FROG Flaming Drum Solo
There were white underwear and a one-piece pajama dress laid out, so I decided to put them on. It seemed like they suited Forte’s body better. I struggled to put on the bra—it felt uncomfortable and scratchy, which told me right away that I was doing it wrong. After several attempts, I finally found a way that felt right. I think it's on correctly, but I still worried it might be upside down or something.
When I returned to the room, Tenuto had woken up. He smiled at me with gentle eyes, and at that moment, my body began glowing again. C-could it be?! After the third time, I finally understood: whenever my heart flutters for a man, my body starts glowing! I’m a man, I don’t want to admit—no, I can’t admit that I’m attracted to men. No, no, no! It’s terrifying, as if my heart’s being seen through, and I can’t even find the words to describe how overwhelming it is.
"The butler told me. You took care of me so diligently. Thank you."
Since I couldn’t speak, I pinched the hem of my pajama skirt and bowed deeply.
"By the way, I can’t see colors the way I used to. It’s like a colorblindness of sorts. I can tell where people and things are, and I can distinguish between red and blue generally, but I can’t perceive the intensity of light. Maybe the witch cursed me when I tried to protect you."
I was worried for him, but I was also relieved that he hadn’t noticed my body was glowing.
At that moment, the glass window suddenly shook violently as a deafening roar reverberated through the mansion.
"Did you really think I’d let you live and escape so easily?! I’ll burn this mansion to the ground!"
As the crazed voice bellowed, a fiery red-black force shot toward the window, cracking the glass with a sharp, piercing sound. The room's temperature skyrocketed, and a scorching heat enveloped us, making it feel like our skin was burning.
"The witch! She’s back for revenge... I was too lenient with her. I shouldn’t have shown mercy. I should’ve finished her off!"
A cold fear ran down my spine, but that fear was shattered by the sound of a bold voice, followed by a cocky smile.
"Nice to hear you say that. I didn’t think I’d get along with you, but maybe we do have something in common after all?"
The door was flung open, and standing there was... Forte, looking exactly like me. His presence seemed to change the atmosphere of the entire room.
"Largo! Why are you here?"
"I sensed the remnants of the witch's magic. After pretending to part ways with you, I tracked her. I found her hiding deep in the forest, healing her wounds. I followed her here, right to the front of this mansion."
Hearing this, Tenuto gasped slightly.
"So, it’s time for another trio performance, huh..."
"Hmph. You and the sickly girl stay here. I’ll finish this by myself!"
With a confident declaration, Forte conjured a vibrant holographic drum set. Despite sharing my body, he somehow looked far more masculine than I ever did. I felt a slight twinge of frustration, but at the same time, I couldn’t help but feel reassured by his presence.
"Something’s strange. The window should have shattered by now," Tenuto said, frowning with suspicion.
"Sharp eye, pretty boy. I wasn’t just following her. I was messing with her recovery, using the low bass of my kick drum to disrupt her healing. She thinks she’s fully recovered, but she’s in for a rude awakening."
"You cunning trickster!"
The witch’s venomous voice echoed again, filled with rage, but Forte’s eyes glinted coldly.
"You should’ve been grateful for Forte’s mercy, but I’m not so kind. Your time ends here!"
Forte twirled his drumsticks, and as the rhythm began to resonate, the entire mansion trembled. His male-voice magic flowed out in intricate rhythms, and with every beat inscribed on the holographic drums, a gust of wind twisted through the outside, reversing the direction of the flames.
"GYAAAAHHHH!"
The flames were swept back by the wind, hurtling toward the witch. In an instant, her body was engulfed in fire, and her dying screams echoed through the night sky.
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It seems Witch Aria has been defeated. Well, unexpected situations do arise, but in fact, this outcome is more than favorable for us. We’ll save on labor costs. With that, we can hire new assassins and invest in research, both of which are crucial for maintaining and expanding our organization.
The three who killed Aria, especially the Cobalt Princess, are dangerous. We must eliminate them as soon as possible. I will order both Edgehope Corporation and Edgeguard Corporation to dispatch assassins.
By the way, it appears someone has stolen the feminization drug from Edgehope Corporation, but for now, we'll let them be. If the Garnet Prince awakens, we may eventually use him as a weapon. A feminized man will change the shape of warfare.