Unlikely Spy

Chapter 6

As Shingo approached the base of the Death Busters, he couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. He had been working for them for weeks now, but he still didn't know what to make of his situation.

Shingo: "Reporting for...uh duty, Kaolinite."

Kaolinite: "(angry) Well, about time. How is it going with Hotaru? I keep receiving orders from Professor Tomoe
to keep her safe, but I have yet to receive any updates from you."

Shingo: "Uh, yeah...about Hotaru. She's been really nice to me and we've been hanging out a lot. But I don't think she suspects anything."

Kaolinite: "(smirking) Good, good. Keep up the good work, Shingo. And if anything does come up, you know what to do."

As Shingo made his way to the break room, he couldn't help but feel conflicted. He was supposed to spy on Hotaru and report back to Kaolinite, but he was starting to genuinely like her. And he wasn't so sure about this whole "Death Busters" business anymore.

Mimete: "Hey, look who's here! It's Hotaru's little boyfriend!"

Tellu: "I hope you're not slacking off on your duties, human."

Cyprine: "We wouldn't want to have to report you to Kaolinite, now would we?"

Shingo: "(sighing) Yeah, yeah. I'm doing my job. Can I just get some lunch and be left alone for once?"

As Shingo sat down with his lunch, he couldn't help but feel isolated. He was starting to realize that he didn't really fit in with these villains, and maybe they were just using him for their own agenda. But what could he do? He didn't have any powers like the Sailor Scouts, he was just a regular human caught up in this mess.

But maybe, just maybe, there was something he could do to make a difference. He just had to find the courage to do it.

As the day went on, Shingo found himself spending more time with Hotaru. Although she was still shy and reserved, she seemed to genuinely enjoy his company.

Shingo: "Hey Hotaru, want to go to the arcade later?"

Hotaru: "Sure, that sounds like fun."

Shingo grinned. He was determined to make her smile and have a good time.

As they walked down the street, they suddenly ran into Shingo's sister Usagi.

Usagi: "Shingo! What are you doing with Hotaru?"

Shingo: "What do you mean? We're just hanging out."

Usagi: "I can't believe this. Hotaru and my little brother, it's so strange!"

Hotaru watched curiously as the two siblings bickered back and forth. It was almost comical to her.

Shingo: "Hey, leave us alone Usagi. Hotaru's my friend."

Usagi: "Friend? Are you sure that's all she is?"

Before Usagi could say anything more, Shingo quickly shushed her.

Shingo: "Um, yeah. Just a friend. Let's go, Hotaru. We don't have to listen to her."

Hotaru smiled at Shingo as they walked away. She was grateful for his kindness and didn't care what others thought about their friendship.

Shingo: "Don't worry about Usagi. She's just being silly."

Hotaru: "It's okay. I understand what it's like to feel out of place."

Shingo: "Yeah, but you're not alone. You have me now."

Hotaru's cheeks turned pink as she smiled. Maybe, just maybe, being a spy for the Death Busters wasn't all bad if she got to spend time with Shingo.

The two continued on to the arcade, ready to play some games and forget about their troubles for a while.

After leaving Hotaru at her house, Shingo was suddenly ambushed by Tellu. She teased him once again, calling him Hotaru's "little boyfriend".

Tellu: "So, what were you doing with Hotaru today? A little date, perhaps?"

Shingo: "It was just hanging out. And why do you care anyway?"

Tellu: "Because I need your help on a mission. But first, we have to take care of Sailor Uranus."

Shingo had no idea who Sailor Uranus was, but he followed Tellu obediently to watch as she confronted the Sailor Guardian.

The fight was intense, and it quickly became clear that Tellu was outmatched. Shingo watched in horror as she was blasted away by the powerful Sailor Uranus.

Without thinking, Shingo ran towards the fallen Tellu. He had to help her.

Shingo: "Are you okay? Let me help you."

Tellu: "(coughing) What are you doing? You're just a human. You can't possibly face a Sailor Guardian."

Shingo: "I don't care. I can't just leave you here."

With all his strength, Shingo picked up Tellu and carried her away from the scene. He had no idea where he was going, but he knew he had to get her to safety.

Tellu: "Why did you do that? You could have been hurt."

Shingo: "It doesn't matter. You're hurt, and I couldn't just stand by and watch."

Tellu was surprised by his bravery and determination. Maybe there was more to this "human spy" than she thought.

As they walked down the dark alleyway, Shingo couldn't help but feel a sense of fear. He was in over his head with the Death Busters, and he didn't know what was going to happen next. But for this moment, he felt like a hero, and that was enough for him.