I stood in front of the bed where Nagi was sleeping, clutching her hand and looked again at her status.

 

Then, I looked at the details of her AMS.

 

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Type: Disease

Title: AMS (Amyotrophic Mana Sclerosis)

Acquisition Difficulty: –

Effect: The body’s muscles become unmovable due to decreased mana.

Description: A disease where mana and the body do not bind well, resulting in decreased mana in the body.

Treatment:

Crush an E-Rank magic stone into powder and mix it with the same mass of the subject’s blood.

Transfuse an amount of that blood equal to 1% of the subject’s total blood volume.

After the symptoms improve, gradually increase the grade of the magic stone mixed in and supply the subject with a magic stone of the same rank as themselves. The symptoms should improve.

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The treatment was clearly written there. I couldn’t stop my tears; I fell to my knees clutching her cold hand.

 

“Nagi… you’ll get better. I’ll get you out of there soon. It might be a bit difficult for me… but if I tell it to someone smart, they should understand the treatment…”

 

I squeezed her cold hand as I cried.

Even though it was still summer, her hand was incredibly cold, but there was definitely a cure in it.

 

“Just wait a bit longer, Nagi.”

 

I called the chairman, Kagetora, and then Aya. I gave Yamaguchi-san, who had been caring for Nagi, the day off.

 

Fortunately, both of them were available, so I waited in the hospital room.

I thought that Aya would surely understand these symptoms better than I could.

 

I stayed in the hospital room and enjoyed the family time we hadn’t had in a while.

There was no response, but I kept talking to Nagi.

 

“Your hair still grows even when you’re asleep… Nagi. You’ve lost so much weight… when you wake up, let’s eat lots of delicious food.”

 

Her once-short hair had grown to about a semi-long, and her skin was a bit rough.

Still, she had the same beautiful face, perhaps inherited from her mother, and was sleeping soundly.

 

She was just sleeping.

 

“Seriously… it’s the job of a lively and cute younger sister to wake up her brother…”

 

I gently stroked the hair that fell over her face.

 

◇

 

“…Chairman Kagetora!”

 

Chairman Kagetora and Aya arrived at the hospital.

The arrival of a person as famous as the Prime Minister stirred up the lobby a bit.

Normally, one in his position would need a bodyguard, but the only ones who can guard the chairman are the other two S-Rank’s in Japan.

 

At the appearance of these big shots, Ijuin-sensei, the director of the hospital, greeted them.

 

“It’s been a while, Ijuin-kun. I’m just here to visit a friend’s family today.”

 

“It’s been a while, Chairman Kagetora. I heard from Kai-kun. I’m surprised that you and Kai-kun know each other… along with Tanaka-san, his network of friends never ceases to surprise me.”

 

“Haha, that’s true. He’s… a special kid.”

 

Then Aya stepped forward.

 

“I’ve heard that the room is 904 on the top floor, may we go ahead?”

 

“Yes, go ahead! Since you’ve already heard from Kai-kun, the elevator is over there—”

 

“It’s okay, we’ll take the stairs. We’re in a hurry.”

 

Saying that, Aya walked ahead, almost running up the stairs.

 

“Haha, I’m sorry. We came straight from home. Excuse us, Ijuin-kun. …Hey, Aya. I’m old, I know you want to see Kai-kun quickly, but…”

 

“No, that’s not it!”

 

“Haha! Just joking.”

 

Laughing, the two of them climbed the stairs.

Watching their backs, Ijuin murmured.

 

“Kai-kun… What on earth are you?”

 

◇

 

Knock, knock, knock

 

“It’s Aya. Is Kai-san there? My grandfather is with me.”

 

“Oh! Please come in!”

 

I stood up to greet them.

Aya and Chairman Kagetora entered the room.

 

“I’m sorry for calling you out here like this.”

 

“No, if you said you found something about AMS, of course we would rush over. It’s not just a national… it’s a global issue.”

 

Then Aya came next to me, looked at my sister, and bowed her head.

 

“Nice to meet you, Nagi Amachi-san. I’ve been friends with your brother since he saved my life. I’m Aya Ryuenji.”

 

Even towards my younger sister who couldn’t respond, Aya didn’t forget her manners.

Seeing that, I chuckled a little.

 

“Aya… haha, thank you. I really like that about you.”

 

“It’s only natural to greet your family… and, um…”

 

In a small voice, Aya mumbled something, looking embarrassed.

 

“…I might be your sister someday…”

 

“Huh? I didn’t catch the last part…”

 

“Le, let’s leave it for now! Kai-san, could you please explain quickly?”

 

“Got it. I wrote it down on this paper. Can you read it?”

 

I had written down the treatment for AMS that I saw with my own eyes on paper.

 

I thought it would be better for Aya to decode the contents as is, rather than me explaining inadequately.

 

“Excuse me.”

 

Aya spread the paper and Chairman Kagetora peered in from behind.

 

“…No way… Just like that… But indeed no one has ever tried… just this simple…”

 

Tears suddenly filled Aya’s eyes, and they overflowed.

She kneeled down while holding the paper, shedding large, flowing tears.

 

“I’m sorry, dad, mom… If I were more… If I was more careful… I could have found it…”

 

Chairman Kagetora gently patted Aya.

 

“Aya… Don’t worry about it. It’s not just you, geniuses all over the world couldn’t find it. It’s not your fault. Besides, let’s be happy now, we might be able to save millions of lives.”

 

Sobbing Aya wiped her tears quickly and stood up.

 

“I’m sorry, Kai-san. Whether it’s right or not, I do feel that this method can potentially supply magical power.”

 

Aya looked at me firmly, her eyes reddened.

I heard that her parents had died from AMS.

So, she must have feelings of regret as well.

 

“Shall we try it on your sister as a top priority? It would be like human experimentation, and this is a difficult issue. It’s against the laws of this country… but if we provide this method overseas, it could be immediate. No, this is not a new drug, so announcing it as a new surgery technique… What would be the best for you, Kai-san?”

 

Aya mumbled as if she was deep in thought.

 

“I’m not sure about it, so can I leave it to Aya? I don’t know if there are any rights or anything, but honestly, I don’t care. As long as Nagi is saved.”

 

“No, that’s not acceptable, Kai-san! It’s a groundbreaking treatment! Can you imagine how much money it would move? It’s a cure for the worst disease that torments the world!”

 

“No, that’s okay. More importantly, I want you to publish it as soon as possible so that people all over the world can receive the treatment. I’m not in any particular need for money right now, and there are people waiting for this treatment, just like me. People who are trembling in the dark, hoping for help.”

 

“…but…”

 

As Aya hesitated, Chairman Kagetora covered his head with his hand.

 

“Aya, Kai-kun wants to save people above all else. You know him, right? These words are not fake humbleness but come from his true heart.”

 

“Yes, I understand.”

 

At that moment, a lightning bolt struck me. A devilish idea, or rather, the only choice.

 

“Ah, that’s it! Announce that Aya discovered it! I heard she’s researching it, and I don’t really like standing out, you know, I can’t explain about these eyes. If Nagi’s treatment is successful!”

 

“No, that’s… it’s Kai-san’s achievement… it’s like stealing.”

 

“Aya, I beg you. I can only ask Aya… So, please.”

 

I gripped Aya’s hand and stared into her eyes.

 

“Ugh…”

 

Aya seemed to be struggling, but I pushed.

And I know, Aya is surprisingly weak against pressure.

 

“Aya… please.”

 

So, I stared straight into her eyes.

They were probably shining golden due to my concentration, and my gaze must have been intense.

 

Aya turned bright red, looked away, and finally gave in.

 

“…Ok, ok. If Kai-san insists, I’ll announce it. Hah… those eyes are unfair.”

 

“They’re eyes I worked hard to obtain. When I’m serious, it kind of glows.”

 

“Hah… I love them.”

 

“Eh? What did you say?”

 

“Nothing! I’ll take care of it! Leave it to me!”

 

Apparently, I had won. Is this the power of the Eye of God?

Aya seemed a little fidgety, but I decided not to worry about it.

She’s probably embarrassed about getting attention from the world.

I’m sorry, Aya.

 

“Ahh… my granddaughter is being more and more influenced by men. She turned out to be quite easy…”

 

Chairman Kagetora muttered in a voice that no one could hear.