Local Netizen Elf’s Life In Another World

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.

''No, it's a thing to be proud of, right?''

''T-Thank you. Anyway, let's talk about the country's current leaders, who you will often meet and collaborate with.''

Aris clears her throat and then draws the silhouette of two people in the air, ''We have two queens, Anastasia Aris and Christina Aris. They currently don't have any children together—''

''No, wait, wait,'' Hanako interjects.

''Yes?''

''Two... queens?? How are they going to make an heir?''

At the absolutely dumbfounded woman, Aris giggles a bit before pointing roughly to her lower stomach area. I can see her cheeks tainted with a lustful peach color and her eyes squinting seductively.

So Luna was already a pervert at this point, huh...

''Some ladies here, I tell you... they have the thing between their legs.'' She whispers, covering her mouth with her hand. ''You know, the same little boy that males have...!''

''W-What—no, like... er...''

It's a bit amusing to see myself stammer, looking like her brain has just got blown out of her skull. After being frozen in the same Pikachu surprised face for a bit as she contemplates the universe, Hanako finally snaps out.

''F-For real...?''

And, as expected, she immediately turns into a horny mess.

Yeah, this is me, alright.

The two degenerates spend the next few minutes discussing the topic, and once that is finally over, they move on to other issues. Unlike the current [Aria], where there are conflicts between territories, be it of mankind or not, this civilization is peaceful.

I suppose it is thanks to Aris's care that the continent is united.

''Since there is no reason to rush, feel free to accommodate yourself here for a while,'' Aris says to Hanako with a big smile.

Oh, I damn wish my reincarnation was this peaceful. Well, the first seventeen years or so were, to be fair.

Either way, taking Aris's advice, little Hanako begins to explore the city as she likes, starting with the royal palace. With Aris accompanying her, no place is impossible to visit.

''A helper, you say...''

In the throne room, a pair of orange cat ears can be spotted. As Anna ponders to herself, her ears keep twitching and turning, making me and good ol' Hanako really want to touch them. Beside her, there's also one beautiful red-headed lady who's covering her mouth with a fan.

Both of them stand obediently before the visitors instead of using the thrones since... you know, Aris is a goddess.

In the corner, I also spot another lady with two-tone hair, her slit silver eyes breezing through the documents in her hands.

Again, it's strange to see them like this, but I guess there is also the element of 'freshness' from inheriting the memories as well, so it's even stranger.

After introducing herself and shaking hands with them, Hanako and Aris move to the main church of the city.

''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.