Sorry for the delay.

Its been a while since I had so much fun while writing a story, and accidentally the amount of text grew so big. Anyway, Im splitting it into the first and second halves.

This one is the third-longest chapter. {tln: yeah, I noticed}

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<Nana is in a good mood today.>

<I cant wait for it to get started.>

<Time is passing so fast.>

<Come on, come on, come on, come on, come on.>

<The comment section is exploding, and now I can say NURUPO!{Error sound}>

<Gasp!> {this is retort exchange originated from 2chan dammit how to explain this}

<Your response is too fast>

The time is 7:55 at night.

The total number of viewers who had gathered to watch Nanas stream exceeded 400,000 before the stream began. The stream itself will officially start at 8:00 pm.

Most of them were curious people who had seen the video of Nana destroying Bari-Bari Health-kun via social networking and review sites or news sites.

Even so, considering that the average number of viewers to Nanas channel is about 1,000, this current number was certainly off the charts.

<Whoa?>

<It begun? >

<A little early.>

<Its started?>

<Nana!>

<Hmm?>

With such a large audience, the streaming screen lit up unexpectedly even before it was time for the show to start.

What was shown on the screen was the girl that everyone was looking for.

She had plain black eyes, and her hair was short and neatly styled. She also wore a black hoodie with the HEROES logo.

Everyone who came to this webcast knew this was [Nana].

Because these hundreds of thousands of viewers are here because they have seen the video of her smashing the machine.

Although.

The Nana they saw apparently looked different from what they imagined.

She was sitting on a large chair with her mouth slightly open and her eyes looking in the direction of the day after tomorrow.

At a glance, one could see that her expression was either blank or absent-minded. It was clear that she didnt realize the recording had started.

<Ive never seen such a blank look on her face.>

<Theres not a trace of tension in the air, lol.>

<Cute. lol.>

<Unexpectedly cute ?>

<She looks spaced out>

<Nana is too unfocused.>

<Im pretty sure its Rinnes doing. Shes probably the one whos controlling the camera. She might be thinking that its funny to see her spacing out. lol.>

<I know shes her best friend, but shes really doing whatever she wants to do, streaming her sleeping face, taking pictures of her face too, and now showing her stupid expression.>

<Indeed, watching her spacing out for this long make me smile.>

<But we dont know yet if it really Rinnes doing.>

<I can hear her giggles.>

<Nanas skin is as glowing as ever.>

<Her hair is also smooth.>

<Its too funny that she doesnt move a muscle.>

<Its about time someone told them. Lol.>

After two minutes became amusement material for the comment section, Nana finally noticed something.

She furrowed her brow and tilted her head slightly.

Why are you laughing, Rin-chan?

, Im not, Im not laughing.

Youre lying. Youre holding back your laughter.

Its just your imagination. Theres no way I did.

Mmm, if thats what you say, Rin-chan.

<Thats it?>

<*shocked*>

<Dont give in that quick if you want an explanation.>

<I knew it was Rinne!>

<She really did it.>

<I knew it>

When Rinne insisted that she had done nothing, Nana stopped pursuing her and began to space out again.

However, she soon realized that something was wrong, and she again looked doubtful.

What have you been glancing at since a moment ago? Maybe the stream has already started?

Yes, of course. It has started.

..ee!

<This girl is a real jerk, lol.>

<Rinne lol.>

<Shes definitely playing you.>

<uh-uh!>

<Theyre playing with us.>

<Stop with the couple comedy.>

< I dont think that counts as a couples comedy.>

<Just a bit prank.>

<Well, it was more comedic than I expected.>

Seeing Nana surprised by Rinnes teasing, the comments were again lively.

Not many current viewers ever watched Nanas video when she was interviewed.

If they had seen it, they would have understood that Nana has more normal sensibilities than they thought, but she is seen as a monster who destroyed a punching machine in many viewers minds.

Thats why they were surprised at how funny the stream began, and their prejudice about what kind of monster Nana is quickly dissipated.

Um umm good afternoon?

<Hello.>

<Its good evening here.>

<Its still morning in my country.>

<Its just noon for me.>

<Its funny that the comments are only in Japanese, but there are obviously people from other countries.>

<I see, the translation option for all languages is turned on today.>

<Dont use the fucking expensive options with so ease.>

Ive got plenty of money. Also, your comments cannot be seen by Nana.

Rin-chan is helping me with this stream. I was the one who asked for her help today.

Then Nana giggled. She is certainly in a good mood.

Nana is used to streaming on WLO, but she has only streamed a few times in the real world, so she leaves the settings to Rinne to make sure nothing is out of place.

Therefore, Rinne, who is fully responsible for the operation of the video camera and streaming, can see all comments from viewers, but Nana can only see Rinne operate the tablet device and camera.

She decided to leave what she should answer to Rinne.

By the way, the all-language translation option is the most expensive option on LIVERS as a video posting site.

It is a function that automatically translates the language into the official language of all countries where the video can be viewed in exchange for a hefty fee of 100.000 yen per use.

If you are watching in Japan, all words, including comments, will be displayed in Japanese, and if you are watching in the UK, they will be in English.

Viewers themselves can also choose a translated language that is not an official language, as long as it is a language that is supported by LIVERS.

This is a useful option for companies when streaming worldwide, Rinne has anticipated audiences from various countries, which is why the function is used now.

Rinne also showed herself in front of the camera.

<Rinne is bothered to do that?>

<I dont like this. Our Rinne should be more arrogant.>

<Where is Rinne who likes to abuse her money power?>

<Is that how she is normally?>

<Oh, I know, this is a fake Rinne.>

Im going to start banning the ones that talk shit to me. You guys okay with it, right?

<Hiieee!>

<Its real Rinne!>

<This is how it has to be.>

<As expected of Rinne.>

<Im done for.>

<Whats up with you guys, I mean those guys who always make fun of Rinne?>

<Sorry.>

<#LuckyMe.>

<Ive seen people get deleted before they can comment.>

Well, no need to be concerned with me today. You didnt come here to see me either.

They may have never seen Nana, but some have seen Rinne.

Rinne tries to shift the focus of these viewers to Nana, the star of the show.

Seeing this, Nana denied it while shaking her head.

I think there are many people who want to see you, Rinne.

Lets ban the first person who makes a comment like that.

No, you cant, okay?

<Nana is so sweet.>

<If only Rinne had a fifth of this kindness.>

<Nana is kind ?>

<At first glance, yeah, you dont know the true nature of the bludgeoning Oni girl.>

<Shes someone who can smash a goblins head while laughing.>

<A woman who can kill a rabbit with an iron ball from 200 meters away.>

<Oni that indiscriminately overrun the whole battlefield with her kanabou.>

<A demon who dares to punches a poor girl in the face.>

<ee?>

<I knew it! I knew it! I knew it!>

<Stop manipulating impressions! Lol>

<But not a single thing that said was a lie.>

Ufufufu.

Whats wrong?

Everyone says Nana is sweet.

Ehehe, is that so?

<Dont tell lies to the streamer, lol.>

<Its terrible when Rinne acts as intermediate.>

<Too many twists.>

<Well, shes kinder than Rinne>

<Rinne is not that strict.>

<Shell ban you right away.>

<Its still worse to be the victim.>

Well, Nana, Lets get down to business.

Sure.

As the excitement in the comments section accelerates, Rinne quickly move on with their schedule.

Originally, the purpose of todays stream was to let people get to know [Nana], which is somewhat different from the usual [just chat] session where they will respond to peoples comments.

For Rinne, its her job to simplify this event so that Nana would not be overburdened.

In contrast to Rinne, who was surprisingly attentive and supportive of the stream in spite of her teasing, Nana kept her relaxed atmosphere.

It was around 8:00 pm when the stream began, and the number of viewers had already exceeded 450,000, but she remained all smiling and happy.

She is not even a bit nervous about the fact that she is under the gaze of hundreds of thousands of viewers, and thats because Nana is not aware of this.

For Nana, this stream is just another session of playing with Rinne.

Thats why Nana is in a great mood today.

Well, once again, thank you for coming today. Im Nana from the HEROES and VR department. Nice to meet you.

<Nice to meet you!>

<HEROES, huh.>

<I didnt know that because I hadnt seen Rinne on the game side.>

<You [joining through connections], right?

<With her ability, I think if HEROES didnt get her, she would have easily been accepted somewhere else.>

<Her specs couldnt be better for a muscle person.>

<Her muscles dont show, though.>

<The flesh looks like that of a normal sports girl.>

<Too slender?>

<More like flat.>

<Stop it lololol.>

<Well, shes got the body of a child.>

<(confused) Cant they erase the flat-chested related comment? >

Ive seen your questions before this event started, and Ill pick a few and answer them. As you can see in my background, were in a gym. We are doing it here because it fits the content. Sorry in advance, because I will not reply to your comment right away.

<I see.>

<Better than being careless.>

<Heres hoping for this to go smoothly.>

<Its okay.>

<I can see the markings here and there. Isnt this the private gym in Rinnes apartment building?>

<Something that she had but never uses? >

Ill read the questions then. The first one is this.

[Please give us as much of your profile as you can answer. Height and weight if possible.]

Im Nana, 21 years old. As you can see, Im a female, my birthday is July 7, my height is 155, and I weigh about 42 kilos right now.

<So light.>

<Is the weight proportionate with the appearance?>

<Im surprised you could tell us that so easily.>

<Youre lying about being 21 You look like a middle or high school student.>

<Rinne and her are the same age, so theres no doubt about it.>

<Youre not so young as you look.>

<a baby-face.>

< Its almost your birthday then. Happy birthday.>

<I see, congratz!>

<Happy birthday.>

<Surprisingly, she was born earlier than Rinne.>

<I dont know when Rinnes birthday is.>

<8/8, I believe.>

<Easy.>

Nana read had her physical measurements taken in advance since this is a sports gym. Now she only needs to read it out loud.

Hearing this, Rinne tilted her head slightly.

I thought Nanas weight had basically stayed the same, but youre much heavier than you were in middle school?

I think I might have gained about five kilos. Well, you see, I wasnt that strong then.

Its as if time has stood still, doesnt it?

Thats just the way it is.

Thats the way it is.

<Whats wrong?.>

<I think its strange that youve gained five kilograms and look the same at your height.>

< Thats just the way it is>

<I feel pressured even though its not a power word.>

<Its awesome.>

Ill post your detailed profile on the official HEROES website after I take measurements again.

Thank you very much. Ill read the next question.

[How did you acquire such extraordinary power?]

I knew this question would come. But I guess I can only answer that I was born with it.

Yeah.

I dont have any specific training or anything. I have never taken any lessons or participated in any club activities.

Nanas words are not false.

As far as physical ability is concerned, she has grown so much just by being alive.

She had part-time jobs, and she had learned how to use force so as not to kill people by accident, but as far as physical ability is concerned, she had never experienced any training that enhanced her power.

Considering that she had the power to kill a brown bear with a single blow when she was in elementary school, the only explanation she could give is that she was born with it.

<Youre lying.>

<Obviously, its not a power youre born with>

<Its not something you can train for either.>

<Thats right.>

<Youre not a boxer or anything, are you?>

<her straight punch will wipe out her opponent from the neck up.>

<A simple straight right hand could become an unguardable special move.>

<Still, the punches dont crush the target upon landing but pierce and shatter, so I think thats a little weird.>

<I thought you were doing some kind of martial arts.>

Nana has only practiced how not to use force against others, right?

Thats right. Whether it is sports, martial arts, or weaponry, once I see it, I can reproduce it. So, aside from learning how to use them, I have never practiced the techniques.

<hee>

<Dont say it.>

<Shes like that, you know, the strong character you always see in sports manga.>

<And the protagonists team will break her with one cunning move.>

<Too much talent.>

<Can you use a sword or a spear?>

<If you watch many martial arts videos, you could be the best.>

When Nana was little, mother used to show her a lot of martial arts videos.

Rin-chan said it was boring and went to bed.

Because it was boring.

Rin-chan will definitely fail to practice it, right?

I know, right?

<Whose mother it was, Nanas? Rinnes?>

<You can tell its Rinnes from the way she called her.> {she was using ohaha-sama}

<Education for the Gifted one!>

<Has Rinne been athletic level been low since she was a child?>

<Theres no level in her athletics!>

<[Definitely fail]. Thats an apt description for her athletic level.>

<If she throws a ball, it will fly backward.>

<A woman whose world is in the opposite direction of Nanas.>

<Im sure Nanas taken it all from her.>

<Im confident I can beat Rinne on this one.>

<Its the only flaw Rinne wont deny.>

Exercise is the only thing I cant do.

Im here to replace you, so its fine.

In contrast to Nanas athletic prowess, Rinne is hopelessly incompetent at exercise. Even just running is enough to cause her to be exhausted.

It is a well-known fact, and Rinne herself believes that there is nothing she can do about it.

Still, she has no desire to improve because of she believe that her best friend, Nana, will always beside her.

The fact that there is room to rely on each other is a blessing for both Rinne and Nana, so they had no reason to fix it.

I dont see any reason to dwell over this. Lets go next!

[If the punches in the video are not fake or processed, you must have a reasonable amount of muscle strength. I would like to see Nana lifting something heavy, like a barbell. With that much power, of course, you can lift 500 kg weight, right?]

Hmmm. Thats quite a long sentence. I wonder why they put this 500 kg standard on it?

I think its because the world record for weightlifting is less than 400 kg. The point is, hes taunting you.

Oh, I see.

<Rude.>

<I can understand why they might be skeptical.>

<But its what we all want to know, isnt it?>

<Yeah, still, you dont need to be so sarcastic in your writing.>

<Agree, I dont get the point too. What did they gain by using that sarcasm?>

Thats what the gym is for. Ill go grab some barbells.

Okay. Dont hurt yourself.

<Is there a difference between the power to punch and the power to hold something heavy?>

<I dont think so.>

<After all, muscle solves everything.>

<Lifting weights takes skill.>

<Even punching requires it, though.>

The power of a punch is basically speed x weight. So, its a little different from lifting heavyweights. Even if you dont have muscle strength, your body weight will increase the power of your punches. However, your body has to be strong to lift a weight, so its not irrelevant.

<I see.>

<If you know that, why cant you exercise?>

<One of the Seven Wonders of Rinne.>

<Big brain time.>

<What are the other six wonders?>

<her the source of the money perhaps?>

The sound of metal scraping against metal echoes through the gym.

Nana appeared on the screen with not ten or twenty but more than the human eye could count with a glance. She has barbell shafts held in both arms.

She did it as if she were carrying a pencil, but it was a bizarre sight to anyone who could see it.

To explain briefly, the term shaft refers to the bar that holds the barbell. The shaft alone weighs at least 10 kilograms, and if it is a heavy one, it must weigh at least 20 kilograms.

In other words, the dozens of shafts that Nana was comfortably carrying weighed well over 200 kilograms.

I brought it!

Welcome home.

I brought a lot of stuff because I found some cool designs. What do you think? Does it look like it weighs 500 kilos?

<Arent you already at home>

<Amazing.>

<Yeah.>

<Is that real?>

<Thats at least 30 sticks.>

<Thats MCs super-heavy barbell!>

<Its that MCs super-heavy barbell. Lol.>

<I thought those were ridiculously expensive?>

<The shafts alone cost 400,000 yen each!>

<So expensive!>

Correct, this is Muscle Corporations (MC) super-heavy barbells. I had a chance to talk to an executive there for a while, and he recommended them to me, so I bought them. But none of the kids in my apartment would use them. And, of course, I also cant. They also said that the shaft is much heavier than conventional ones, so its very uncomfortable.

Usually, you need to put weights on both sides.

I think so? Well, Im not interested in that, so I dont know.

<I see.>

<I wonder if a muscle-training fanatic would know what Im talking about.>

<Hmm.>

<Say what you want, but just so you know each one of those weighs 40 kilos. >

<ha?>

<mm-hmm?>

<Fake?>

<I mean, whats the point of making imitations of that?>

<So youre saying that what Nanas holding right now weighs a crazy amount?>

<There are 34 of them, so thats 1,360 kilograms.>

<What are you saying? I dont understand.>

Im not faking it. Nana, throw that on the floor for a second.

Its fine, but you have to stay away from them. Its dangerous.

Nana holds the 34 shafts horizontally, and holds them together, then releases them to the floor.

As soon as the shafts hit the floor, a gong ! The concrete surface of the floor shattered slightly.

<Whoa!>

<Yup, the floor is >

<There was a heavy thud.>

<It sounded like thunder.>

<It could have been a ton or so.?>

<What the hell is going on?>

<whatthehelllllllllll(shudder)>

Eh, I cant keep my hands on it if I put them vertically!

While the viewers were horrified, Nana was a bit shocked.

No, of course not. Put it down sideways.

I will

Well. I guess we know its real for now, dont we?

<Half-convinced.>

<I think its bad enough that you can make me half believe it.>

<I know what you mean.>

<Even if it were real, what kind of power she has?>

<Even with piledrive, its tough to cause that amount of damage.>

<For me it looks real.>

I really want to show you something that didnt look like a fake, but this is though, how can I prov

As Rinne was tilting her head to think what to do with the viewers comments, she suddenly heard a sickening cracking sound echo through the air.

She looked back and saw Nana smiling happily while holding a shaft that had been shredded in two.

Rin-chan, this is amazing! It feels sturdier than steel!

Nana, what are you doing?

Oh, sorry. I was just curious. I thought it might break, but it just bent and didnt break, so I tore it.

<Hiee!>

<Hiee!>

<Hiee!>

<Its all metal all the way through, isnt it? (blank eyes)>

<It sounded really bad.>

<And here I am having trouble with disposable chopsticks. >

<What a sturdy thing.>

<Shes a real monster.>

<Bent twice, twisted and tore?>

<Is that how metal is supposed to break?>

<Even if it were plastic, its impossible to do that!>

<Its a real monster, and I cant help but laugh.>

<Too scary.>

Rinne, who had been paying attention to the comments, did not see Nana actually tearing the shaft, but the viewers in front of the screen captured the moment well.

She lifted one of the shafts from the ground, held it near the middle with both hands, and twisted it inward with a quickly.

After a very natural motion that did not seem to require any effort, the metal rod gives up all too easily.

Nana looked at it, tilted her head, folded it back the other way, and finally tore the shaft, shredding its brittle center.

The whole operation took less than two seconds. It all happened in the blink of an eye.

Fufufu, youre stronger than before

While everyone in the room, including Rinne, was donned in awe, Nana had a very happy expression on her face.

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Tl note:

still one more chapter at this length dammit.