COTE: Collect All the CGs Chapter 61: Telling Hiyori a Horror Story

Novel: COTE: Collect All the CGs Author: MikuDayo Updated: Jun 16, 2026

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Now reading: Chapter 61: Telling Hiyori a Horror Story from COTE: Collect All the CGs, a Comedy novel by MikuDayo.

There was still so ti before evening, so Shiki Natsu returned to the dorm to grab his book, and then went out to the library.

He was going to see the little angel Shiina!

With a relaxed and happy mood, Shiki Natsu arrived at the library and happened to see the girl reading a book. While reading, the girl appeared exceptionally quiet, a faint smile on her calm face.

Hmm, even though she was reading a mystery-suspense novel, the girl's brows did not furrow, and the expression on her face didn't change much. Perhaps the girl was re-reading a book she had read countless tis before; even if she knew the plot of the mystery novel, she could still read it with relish.

Shiki Natsu didn't speak either. Of course, this was a library; if he made too much noise, it would attract a lot of attention. At least, Shiki Natsu didn't want to see that "you're being a nuisance" look from others.

Soon, Shiki Natsu walked over to stand in front of Shiina Hiyori. Sensing soone approaching, Shiina Hiyori looked up slightly. When she discovered the arrival was Shiki Natsu, a flicker of delight flashed in her purple eyes.

Shiki Natsu hadn't been to the library for two days. To be honest, Shiina Hiyori was a little disappointed. After all, she had finally found a book buddy she could communicate with.

"I've been a bit busy these past two days. I've finished this book."

Shiki Natsu placed the book Shiina Hiyori recomnded to him on the table to the side. Of course, Shiki Natsu had already completed the return record when he ca in.

"Mm-hmm."

Shiina Hiyori nodded with a shallow smile on her face.

"Let's go to the discussion room."

Shiina Hiyori picked up the books and stood up. There were two books; one was what Shiina Hiyori was reading herself, and the other... was she planning to recomnd it to him?

Following Shiina Hiyori to the discussion room, it was just him and Shiina Hiyori there. It felt almost like a small world for the two of them.

"Did Shiki-san finish that book? What are your thoughts?"

Shiina Hiyori put down the book in her hands, clasped her small hands together, and looked at Shiki Natsu with a very expectant gaze.

Being looked at like this, if he said sothing like "I didn't read it at all," he would definitely feel very guilty.

"I finished it..."

Since Shiki Natsu decided to co see Shiina Hiyori, naturally he was prepared. Not only did he finish it, but he also summarized his own views. There was absolutely no problem.

As expected, after hearing Shiki Natsu's thoughts, Shiina Hiyori revealed an obvious smile. Then she happily exchanged her own views on the book with Shiki Natsu.

Having soone with the sa hobbies is a very lucky thing.

Shiki Natsu could feel that the girl really, truly liked reading books.

"Does Shiina-san have any other books to recomnd? I find that my reading tastes are quite similar to Shiina-san's."

"Yes, I do. I recomnd this one."

Shiina Hiyori quickly picked up a book to recomnd to Shiki Natsu. Actually... this book was originally intended to be given to Shiki Natsu yesterday.

It's just that Shiki Natsu didn't co yesterday, so the girl had to put away the book and the anticipation of giving the book to Shiki Natsu. Although she had his contact info, the girl didn't want to disturb him too much.

Perhaps having heard the girl's wish, Shiki Natsu actually ca to the library again today.

Shiina Hiyori was also quite glad she hadn't been reading in the discussion room, but instead chose a more conspicuous spot. That way, Shiki Natsu could see her as soon as he walked in.

"Okay, thank you, Shiina-san."

Shiki Natsu nodded and accepted the book Shiina Hiyori recomnded to him.

"I'm very happy that Shiki-san likes the books I recomnd!"

Shiina Hiyori's smile was extrely healing. An angel, this is definitely an angel!

"Shiina-san has read so many mystery and suspense novels, you must also be interested in horror novels, right?"

"Horror novels? I don't think I've read many of those."

The novels Shiina Hiyori read, strictly speaking, definitely couldn't be counted as horror.

"Then let tell Shiina-san a relatively short horror story."

Shiki Natsu seed quite interested.

"Mm, please do."

Shiina Hiyori smiled and nodded, showing no sign of resistance on her face.

"One night, a strange phone call ca in..."

Shiki Natsu deliberately lowered his voice. Unfortunately, he hadn't obtained the talent for telling horror stories yet, so there was no sense of atmosphere at all.

That skill might seem useless, but who knows when it might co in handy? Just like this ti.

Anyway, Shiki Natsu didn't have a limit on skill slots. What Shiki Natsu hoped for most was to beco an all-around master.

"When the call was answered, a groaning sound was heard."

"After hanging up in a panic, the other party never called back."

Shiina Hiyori's little expression beca sowhat serious at this point. It sounded like it would be a horror story about a phone call. When listening to horror stories, one's attention is always heightened. Whether they found it not scary or scary, their attention would definitely be focused on the story.

"But because I was too concerned, I tried calling back."

Hearing this, Shiina Hiyori was greatly confused. In this situation, is calling back really the right thing to do?

Hmm... this is based on it being a horror story, so this is the normal judgnt Shiina Hiyori made. If she didn't know it was a horror story, Shiina Hiyori felt it was possibly soone's prank.

"Then... after the call connected, there was no sound at all."

"But..."

But what?

Shiina Hiyori beca even more focused. Would it be sothing scary? However, having read so many mystery novels, Shiina Hiyori had a certain immunity to general horror atmospheres. Right now, Shiina Hiyori didn't feel much fear.

"For so reason, the phone bill was as high as ten thousand yen."

Shiki Natsu couldn't help but smile after saying this last sentence.

Hearing this, Shiina Hiyori's little eyes were clearly stunned for a mont. This story was indeed a bit unexpected.

"Fictitious billing is indeed quite terrifying too."

Shiina Hiyori was amused by Shiki Natsu's story. It was quite reasonable. He said it was a horror story, but he didn't say it was a story with a horror atmosphere. This kind of telecom fraud is also quite terrifying.

Having 100,000 yen deducted without realizing it... hmm, very terrifying.

"Haha, right?"

Shiki Natsu looked at Shiina Hiyori's smile with great satisfaction. This was exactly the effect he wanted.

"Next ti, I'll tell Shiki-san a horror story too."

Shiina Hiyori picked up her book and looked at Shiki Natsu.

[Ding~]

[CG22: Telling Ghost Stories (Shiina Hiyori)]

[It's my turn to tell a ghost story next ti~]

[Congratulations, Host. You've obtained the Skill Card: A House of Gold in Books (For every book completely read, you obtain 1,000 yen, not points)]

"Mm, I'm looking forward to it."

Shiki Natsu smiled and nodded. This skill was quite good too; after graduation, he wouldn't have to worry about money problems.

"It's ti to get ready for dinner. Would Shiki-san like to join ? It's my treat this ti~"