In the morning… the sunlight streaming through the window is blinding.
It’s the end of September, but it’s still hot, yet my heart feels refreshing.
After all, it’s because of yesterday’s events.
How should I put it? There’s nothing but hope for a bright future.
Even if, for some reason, it gets found out that I’m here at the shrine, I feel like I could chase them away with sheer momentum and willpower. I’m overflowing with happiness.
Uh, please don’t say anything like, “You’re dating or something, right?” I don’t have that kind of courage.
The fact that such a cute girl is happy to explore with me, that she worries about me, and even kissed me to encourage me—it’s enough to make me completely satisfied!
Please don’t call me a coward.
And right now, I’m in Amagi-san’s dorm room.
Of course, we’re here to discuss our personal training and growth.
This academy gives students a lot of freedom as long as they are serious about dungeon exploration. There’s no problem with any sort of impure relationships.
It’s not even a big deal if a student stays overnight in the opposite sex’s dorm—although I’m told that the gossip would be bad if a party broke up due to romantic entanglements, so we should be careful about that. It’s too free, right?
Since everything’s so free, there’s no problem.
We were getting low on money from always going to cafes, so we decided to meet in one of our rooms for planning instead. Today, I was cutely asked, “Come over ♡,” and came rushing here like a dog wagging its tail.
Then, she served me tea and told me to wait a bit while she went out.
Huh? Is it okay? I’m alone in a girl’s room… Does that mean she trusts me? I just need to make sure not to rummage through her underwear, right???
Ugh… There’s a dangerous scent wafting from the closet… no, it smells nice. Is this how a girl’s room feels like? I don’t have many personal items myself, and I’ve never been in anyone else’s room, so I’m not sure.
Ahh, what should I do!?
Why do I have to face this inner conflict in a place I came to in such a happy mood!!!?
My desires are leaking out… No! Control yourself, Tōma Yumeno!!!
“Sorry, Yumeno-kun.”
“Ah, ah, it’s fine, really. Yeah, I’m okay.”
Just as I was getting lost in foolish fantasies, Amagi-san came back. That was close…
“What’s wrong?”
“It’s nothing, nothing, nothing…”
“Did you do something bad in a girl’s room? I’m disappointed in you, Tōma -kun!!!”
Eek… help… Wait, huh?
“Saya-mura-san?”
“Good morning, Tōma -kun ♡”
“Ah, yeah. Good morning.”
“Looks like you had fun yesterday… you naughty boy.”
“Eh, wait, stop…”
“Eriina!”
“Ah, sorry, sorry. I just couldn’t help it.”
She’s so high-energy this morning… Her poking my side really hurts. These are the times when you realize the strength of adventurers. But why is Saya-mura-san here?
“Actually, I have something I want to talk about. I was thinking of having Eriina join the team.”
“Eh?”
What does that mean?
The two of them sat down in front of me. As always, Amagi-san is cute.
And Saya-mura-san is beautiful too…
But, wait. If they can team up, doesn’t that mean I’m not needed? Saya-mura-san is a mage who can also provide support.
Could it be… already today, I’m being told I’m unnecessary? That would be a bit shocking…
“Why are you making such a gloomy face? Is it bad if I join?”
“Uh, is it not okay? I mean, you two were just saying you wanted to do your best together, so sorry for suddenly interrupting.”
They looked at me suspiciously when they saw my reaction… Wait, am I not being kicked out?
“Uh, so you two are teaming up, so I’m getting left out, right?”
“Why do you have such low self-esteem?! The plan is that you’ll stay, and I’ll just join in too!”
“Oh, okay. That’s a relief~”
“That’s my line!”
“ Yumeno-kun, I don’t want you to be gone.”
It seems my worries were unnecessary. They hurriedly grabbed my arms and held me down. The proximity feels… good. They smell nice.
But, I’m not really that useful, am I…?
“I’ve got the magic resistance now. After being captured by Baalor the other day, I got the ‘Magic Resistance’ skill!”
“I see. So that’s how it is.”
That’s so enviable. Saya-mura-san is making a peace sign, and Amagi-san is smiling while looking at her. It’s cute.
Also, please, give me “Magic Resistance” too, please.
“So, Eriina has always said she wanted to team up once she got ‘Magic Resistance.’ I just wanted to confirm with you, Yumeno-kun.”
Amagi-san looks at me with a slightly apologetic expression while speaking.
Is this a fantasy creature? She’s too cute. Ugh… never mind, just look at me. I could forgive anything as long as you do that.
“Not a problem at all. With Amagi-san as the frontliner, me in the middle, and Saya-mura-san in the back, we’d be really stable.”
“Yeah, yeah! Exactly!”
“So, I can join, right?”
“No objections.”
“Yay~ ♡”
“Thanks. I’ll do my best. Please take care of me ♡”
Yes, this smile. This smile is the reward. I’ll try my best to not get discarded.
Please, don’t give up. And true love… well, let’s put that aside for now, and hurry up and meet the conditions to unlock my third unique skill!
