How to Participate in a Fireworks Show?
"On the 25th, it seems there's nothing we can do."
After hearing Ren's story, Gabriel finally let go of the last bit of luck in her heart.
She still prayed that the fireworks show could take place on the 31st.
"Yes, we were all at home then." Vigne nodded in agreement.
"Oh."
Ren was mentally prepared that Gabriel wouldn't be able to participate.
After all, she had reminded him long ago, and now it was just to confirm this issue.
"Next year, let's go to the fireworks party together during the upcoming summer holidays."
After a moment's thought, Gabriel could only promise like this.
Besides, she couldn't think of any other way.
"Yes."
It's just a matter of waiting for another year, a very simple thing.
Ren has been imprisoned for ten years; would he still be missing this year?
"By the way, Gab, how's your latest review?"
After continuing the conversation about the fireworks show for a while, Vigne remembered this key question and asked.
"It's okay; I've been studying diligently." Gabriel said guiltily.
Previously, she had planned to make Ren smile without reviewing the lessons at all.
"That's good."
Vigne didn't realize that Gabriel was lying but was pleased that she was studying.
"By the way, Vigne, when are you going to give Satania her birthday present?"
To avoid accidentally exposing, Gabriel changed the topic.
"On her birthday. It's easy for me and Satania to meet." Vigne replied with a chuckle.
"Almost forgot about that."
As Vigne actually didn't behave like a demon, Gabriel almost forgot that Vigne was actually a demon.
"Don't just talk about me; are you ready for her birthday gift?" Vigne asked with concern. "If you're not ready, I can help you choose."
"Don't worry, I plan to surprise Satania." Gabriel promised.
"That's good."
She didn't know if it was just her imagination, but she always felt that Gabriel had malicious intent when she said the word 'surprise.'
"How about Kamikawa? Are you ready?"
Vigne looked at the silent Ren.
"I've ordered, but it hasn't arrived yet."
After returning from the date with Gabriel yesterday, Ren immediately ordered the rocket launcher from the brochure shown to him by Satania.
However, express delivery is still on the way and will arrive in a few days.
"Um."
Seeing that he's ready, Vigne felt relieved.
Now she should complete what Satania asked her to do.
Satania cared a lot about this; yesterday, she specifically visited her to inquire about the preparation of their birthday gifts.
"Raphi is also ready. When Kamikawa's gift arrives, we can take some time to give Satania her birthday present first."
She asked Raphiel in the morning, so she could say this confidently.
"After the final exams, we'll leave right away."
"Yes, I think so too." Vigne agreed.
Gabriel realized a problem and reminded, "After we finish delivering the gifts, Vigne, please remember to keep an eye on Satania and don't let her open the present first."
"Even though we're giving her a birthday gift, we still have to open it on her birthday."
Gabriel didn't want to give Satania a chance for revenge.
"I'll do my best."
Vigne's tone was somewhat forced; she wasn't 100% sure about this.
Especially under scrutiny was Satania.
"Anyway, don't let her do that while she's here." Gabriel emphasized.
"Gab, did you prepare something dangerous for Satania?"
If the goal was just to make Satania wait until her birthday to open the gift, there was no need for the last sentence.
"It should still be within the safe range."
After thinking for a long time, Gabriel gave a vaguely reassuring answer.
Because she hadn't tested it beforehand, she didn't know how potent it was.
"If you say so, I think it's already very dangerous." Vigne became more worried, "What exactly are you planning to give Satania?"
"The Holy Light Cross necklace." Gabriel said confidently, "I'm sure Satania will like it."
She went to the church yesterday just to "bless" her with this necklace.
"Are you going to kill her?"
Satania is a demon, so what does it mean to give her a Holy Light Cross?
"It's not that bad yet."
Gabriel didn't believe that a cross alone could purify Satania, the foolish demon.
"Anyway, Gab, you better give her another gift. Even a regular prank toy is better than this."
Vigne didn't want to see Satania eagerly anticipating a birthday gift like that.
"Because you said that, I'll listen to you and give her a prank toy." Gabriel said with a bright smile.
"It's okay... Wait a minute, you're not going to say that I asked you to give it to me, right?"
Vigne realized something was off and clarified with her.
"I will say that I came according to your advice." Gabriel confidently stated.
"In that case, I hope you can prepare a small extra gift for Satania besides the prank toy. At least it will make her feel better." Vigne suggested.
"For Vigne's sake, it's okay to prepare a small extra gift for her."
...
Evening, at the cafe.
"Why did you invite me on a date?"
Seeing Raphiel sitting across from her, Gabriel was slightly suspicious of her intentions.
"Gab, you surely know about the fireworks show scheduled for August 25, right?"
Raphiel didn't answer her question but asked herself.
"I know." Gabriel whispered.
"I remember you and Kamikawa made a promise to attend the fireworks show together. What are you going to do about this?"
"What can I do? I can only give up."
"Gab, don't you want to participate in this fireworks show?"
"Of course, I do, but I can't come. We'll still be in heaven on the 25th."
Talking about this, Gabriel suddenly guessed and asked hesitantly, "Raphi, is there a way for me to participate in the fireworks show?"
She made a special promise with Ren; she couldn't just ask these boring questions outright.