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[Break My Case] 2026 Happy New Year! login story translation 🎍
Translation by Kalos (@Kumonkunliker on X) Misora (@alcmisoyou on X) Imai (@bunnyandcomet on X and tumblr) Aca (@463ce6 on tumblr or @463ce6 on X) HMU (@hispereia on Discord)
Chapter 1 (by Aca) Chapter 2 (by Imai) Chapter 3 (by Misora) Chapter 4 (by HMU) Chapter 5 (by Misora) Chapter 6 (by Kalos)
kiho as sana sensei from yoshimaho
[Translation] - New Year 2025 Negotiation Dept.
Translation by: seo-julie (julie) Proofread by: imai (twt), aca (twt) , Misora (twt)
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Chapter 5
Characters: Riku, Kyoya, Arima
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Riku: …Alright. Now that we've had a nice drink, why don’t we play a card game to spice things up?
At a client's end-of-year event they had this bingo competition and this was the prize.
Kyoya: If we’re going to play, then there's no better opportunity to do so than at a New Year's party.
Arima: According to the manual… It's a game where you name the spirits that are drawn on the cards.
Flip a card from the deck and each time a new spirit appears, give it a name. When that same spirit appears again, call out its name.
Remembering the names will gradually become more difficult… I guess it’s perfect if you want to liven things up.
Riku: Well then, let's get things started…
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Kyoya: “Catherine"-san.
Riku: That was fast. I was the one who named it too.
Arima: Alright, am I next? (Flips a card) Ah, this is my first time seeing this child.
Since its hair color is amber, maybe I'll name this one “Mikan”.
Riku: Hold on. The red-haired child was “Ichigo”, and the green-haired child was “Mori”.
Aren’t Kiho’s names too simple?
Arima: At the end of the day, it's the simplicity of these names that will save you.
Riku: Ah… That's true.
Kyoya: Seems like I'm next… Oh, it's my first time meeting you. Well then…
Kyoya: “Pygmy Water Lily Sovereign Floating on the Surface of a Lake Illuminated by the Sun”.
Riku: I think this is starting to get weird.
Kyoya: This spirit reminded me of Monet's water lilies.
The words are fairly simple.
Riku: I guess that's true.
My turn? Ha…yah!
Kyoya/Arima: “Mori”-san.
Riku: …… Were you two waiting for this one to appear?
Arima: I'm next.
Riku: “Mikan”!
This child is still fresh from my memory.
Kyoya: Next is…
Riku: Py…
Kyoya: “Pygmy Water Lily Sovereign Floating on the Surface of a Lake Illuminated by the Sun”.
Arima: How unfortunate, I was just about to say that.
Riku: Alright, next.
Kyoya: It's our first time meeting you as well. Well Riku-san, what shall you name it?
Riku: …..
Riku: “Pyon-chan the Blue-eared Rabbit Who Has a Pet Fish With Purple Shoes”.
Kyoya: My my…
Arima: How interesting.
Riku: I won’t let you down, my child.
Arima: Alright, let's move on to the next one.
Riku: ! A rabbit who wears purple shoes…!
Arima: “Pyon-chan the Blue-eared Rabbit Who Has a Pet Fish With Purple Shoes”-san.
Kyoya: Ah, how wonderful.
As expected of you. It's a name with a combination of many descriptions that may be difficult to remember due to cognitive bias¹.
What an incredible name you came up with on the spot, Riku-san
Riku: Nice one, guys. I'm suddenly having so much fun.
Arima: It seems like this was more than enough to ‘spice things up’.
Kyoya: Indeed, right now is the perfect opportunity.
Riku: Alright, next!
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¹ Cognitive bias is a systematic thought process caused by the tendency of the human brain to simplify information processing through a filter of personal experiences/preferences. I think the first thing he says in jp, 「紫の靴」 or purple shoes, after Arima flips the next card was the information that stuck with him the most. Therefore because of cognitive bias, he simplified the name into a new one revolving around that information. This led him to come up with his half-baked response.
[Break My Case] Main Story translation
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Translation by Kalos (@Kumonkunliker on X)
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[Break My Case] 2025 April Fools' Day short stories translation 🤥
Translation by Kalos (@Kumonkunliker on X) Misora (@alcmisoyou on X)
Proofread and image by Aca (@463ce6 on X and tumblr)
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Translation by Kalos (@Kumonkunliker on X)
Proofread by Imai (@bunnyandcomet on X and tumblr), Aca (@463ce6 on X and tumblr) and Misora (@alcmisoyou on X)
Some card translations by Misora
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Kiho SSR
Kiho’s special day
Part 1
Kyoya: Good work, Kiho-san. Kiho: Oh, Kyoya-kun. You're already here. Kyoya: I have been looking forward to our appointment today after all.
I didn't even remember what the conversation was about. When I mentioned that I was planning to buy new tools for fortune-telling, Kyoya-kun just appeared to be very intrigued—
Kyoya: Hmm. A store specializing in fortune-telling tools, huh….. If you don't mind, may I join?
Kiho: (What’s gotten into Kyoya this time, I wonder…. Still…) I did tell you the other day that I was just going to buy a new horoscope board, right?
I implicitly said, "I don't think it would interest you that much," and Kyoya-kun nodded, seemingly understanding my message.
Kyoya: I simply wanted to see how you choose your work tools. I'd love to know what kind of particular detail you pay attention to. Kiho: There's nothing particularly special, though. That being said, it’s true that being particular about equipment does add to the authentic atmosphere. That’s why I want to be careful with my choice. Kyoya: I see how it is.
Kyoya-kun's smile deepened, the words “interesting” were written all over his face.
Kiho: …The shop itself is part of the owner's hobby, so it also sells antique items. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Kyoya: Oh. You’re raising my excitement even more now.
The shop staff kindly led me to a reception room where there’s a row of horoscope boards lined up on a table.
Kiho: (They're all pretty decent…) As always, you have a great selection of fine items. This one…isn't it an antique? Owner: I expect nothing less from your keen eye! It may look simple and unassuming at first glance, but it was made by a renowned craftsman. Kiho: Since I started coming here, I think I've developed a bit of an eye for things. All the items you purchase from overseas are wonderful after all. Owner: Oh, you’re giving me too much credit..! Kyoya: ……. Owner: Oh, that's right! I have something that just came back from the restorer the other day. It's not the horoscope board you were looking for, but would you like to take a look at it? Kiho: Is that fine? Then, by all means..
The item the owner brought over was a small box decorated with intricate silverwork. Its delicate craftsmanship made it immediately obvious it was an antique.
Owner: It hasn't been appraised yet, but I can assure you it was from a trusted source.
Kyoya: Amazing. The silver really stands out against the deep crimson… Oh, and it’s decorated with pearls? What a beautiful peacock green. Kiho: It's a sparkle that naturally draws you in. It would also be good for storing fortune-telling props.
As I was satisfied with Kyoya's eyes that sparkled with curiosity, I called out to the owner.
Kiho: As you've heard, this man has a great eye for aesthetics. He's also very knowledgeable in this field. Owner: I figured Arima-san’s friend would be anything but an ordinary person, but wow… This gentleman exceeded my expectations. If you have time, would you like to take a look at the rest of my collection?
Kyoya: …….
Kyoya-kun didn't answer right away, but instead looked at me with a questioning gaze. When I nodded back, indicating there was no problem, his smile instantly deepened.
Kyoya: Then, I'll take you up on your offer.
Part 2
While Kyoya-kun went to check out the owner's collection, I continued checking out the horoscope board. Some familiar staff members brought over more of his "treasured items" upon the owner's instructions.
Kiho: (….Ah, I wonder if they’re already back.)
Kyoya: Sorry to keep you waiting. I think the owner will be back soon. Kiho: I see. Arrangements for delivery are underway, huh? Kyoya: I’m sure Kiho-san already had a rough idea. Well, I had some great encounters so I bought a few of them. Kiho: Thanks to Kyoya-kun, I was also blessed with a wonderful encounter. After all, having friends with excellent aesthetic sense is nice.
When introducing Kyoya-kun to the owner, I thought there would be less explanation than calling him a "colleague" and there wouldn’t be so much prying, so I referred to him as my “friend”. Kyoya-kun was smiling beside me, however…
Kyoya: Kiho-san… You’re surprisingly cunning, aren’t you? Kiho: Haha. I didn’t expect to hear a vocab like that from Kyoya-kun. Oh, I get it. Must be Riku’s influence. Kyoya: I shall exercise my right to remain silent. Kiho: Silence is considered affirmation, no?
This exchange, even though we both knew how masked we were, was somehow comfortable. Wondering if I should continue this a little longer, I called out my "friend's" name.
Kiho: By the way, Kyoya-kun. There's a deck of cards here that a staff member left behind. That person wanted to know my impression of this item. Kyoya: Really? I didn't notice at all. Have you tried it yet? Kiho: Nope, I plan to. This is a simple deck of cards, so it's a little different from tarot. But now that we're here, I'd like to do some fortune-telling. Kyoya: Sounds nice. Actually, I've been hoping for that ever since I said I wanted to accompany you. Kiho: Well, aren’t you cunning yourself, Kyoya-kun? Kyoya: If you’re going to say that, you might as well call me your “cute junior”.
His response had not a single ounce of hesitation, I couldn't help but shrug my shoulders and laugh.
Kiho: Okay, my "cute junior," what would you like me to know? Kyoya: Where should I hang the painting I just bought? Please start with that. Kiho: (This kind of question is just so "Shido Kyoya.") …………………All right, let's get started.
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Without second thought, I drew a card from the deck carefully shuffled by Kiho-san and placed it face down on the edge of the table.
Kiho: ……
Kiho-san flipped the card over with practiced hands and silently nodded.
Kiho: …The Ace of Diamonds. I wonder if there are already any candidates for a place to hang the painting. Home? Villa? Kyoya: It’s still undecided. Kiho: I see. In that case, let’s focus on…
Kyoya: ……… (Reading the other person's thoughts through conversation and guiding them to the desired answer. That's the standard method of fortune-telling.) (But that doesn't apply to Kiho-san. He's clearly different from "those" people.) (The words he draws out of the person he's fortune-telling is merely a confirmation of the answer, it's like he's simply reading out the results of the cards…)
Kiho: ……That's what the cards told me, what do you think? Kyoya: I've decided. Villa it is. Kiho: Yeah. You should do as you wish.
This endlessly mysterious and truly fascinating moment, no matter how many times I experience it, I still find it spellbinding.
Kyoya: If you have time, how about we go out for a meal after this? Kiho: Did you make a reservation at the restaurant? Kyoya: I wanted to be the first to celebrate your birthday. Kiho: Well, aren’t you amazing, Kyoya-kun? Your schedule is perfectly aligned with the occasion for some reason. Kyoya: It really is just a coincidence that the date is the same. Today is just the day we both have free time, right? Kiho: Hmmm. If that's really the case, it’s even more impressive. That means you were able to turn the tide of the situation in your favor. That's what makes Kyoya-kun spectacular. Kyoya: (The same can be said for Kiho-san. That being said……) ……… Kiho: Kyoya-kun? Kyoya: No. It’s nothing.
Kiho: ..…Sorry, that’s my phone. Oh, it seems like we’ve got a second bar coming. That guy said he got some good sake. What a tactful offer. Kyoya: Then, let's ask Riku-san to offer us some of his treasured whiskey. It’s a celebration after all.
