Episode 41: Archangel Elisa

I apologize for not posting a new chapter of noble reincarnation today, I’ll post it tomorrow along with another world is full of happiness

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　After school.

　Today was the first day off from Amelia’s training in a long time, so I showed up at the Environmental Research Club. Since I was the one who originally set up Amelia’s support group, I should make sure I’m active, even if I’m busy with various other things.

　The place where the activities are taking place is the Environmental Research Club, but it’s not the usual club room. The usual one is for boys, and there is actually a club room for girls next door.

　It wasn’t used because there were no female club members here, but now it serves as the headquarters of the Amelia Support Group.

“Elisa. You’re early.”

“Yes, …… I came a little early.”

　When I entered, I found Elisa working alone on making a happi coat for the supporters. She seems to be very good at sewing, and she’s taking the initiative in doing it. I really can’t say enough good things about her.

　I was expecting the time to be sparse in the afternoons, since we each have different tests to take, but …… even with that in mind, I thought Elisa was fast.

“Elisa. How did you do on the test?”

“Uh, …… I think it’s well done, I guess?”

“I see. Well, I’m not worried about Elisa, but …… the problem is Clarice. It looks like she’s had an all-nighter after all.”

“Yeah…… I’d like to say her to stop, but I can’t help it.”

“Well, I hope she’ll take the opportunity to reflect on this.”

“Yeah”

　Elisa said with a smile on her face.

　Since the first time we met, Elisa has spoken and smiled a lot more. I am happy to see that my friend is enjoying her time at the academy.

“Alright ……, I’ll take this one.”

“Did you finish it?”

“Yeah. It’s almost done. The head of the department, plus the other members of the club and …… Evi and Clarice helped me with this. And also Ray, you’re busy, but you did your best to show up.”

“No, I’m sorry that I had to leave it pretty much up to Elisa, even though I originally launched the story …….”

　I bow down.

　My job as a management committee, plus training and undercover research for Amelia. I also needed time to study for the test and I took Elisa up on her offer to leave it to me. I’m sure I’ve put a big burden on her. With that in mind, I apologize, but Elisa denies it with a buzzing wave of her hand.

“No!　It’s totally fine. I’ve been alone for a long time, and I’ve been watching the …… Magic Swordsman Competition by myself every year, and I thought, …… I’m alone again this year again. After meeting Ray-kun and everyone else,…… I decided to do some things on my own. And I’d be happy to do it for Amelia!　I can’t be as strong …… as Ray-kun and even Amelia, so I thought it would be nice if I could support her in this way …….”

“…… ugh, Elisa! ……”

“Hey, what’s wrong !!?”

　I hold my eyes and wipe the tears from my eyes.

　What a surprise. So that’s why Elisa took part in this activity.

　I was genuinely moved by it …… rather than feeling sorry.

　I didn’t know that there was such a pure-hearted person in this world.

　Elisa is truly an angel. No, an archangel.

　My master may look like an angel on the outside, but inside she’ s like a gorilla.

　On the other hand, Elisa’s appearance and everything about her, both inside and out, made me think that she was an angel herself. No, I don’t think so. Elisa is the angel herself.

　It’s the Archangel Elisa. A perfect match.

　Now, let’s worship her. The preciousness of the Archangel Elisa…….!

　I informed her as I bit down on her preciousness like that.

“Elisa. I don’t want to apologize, I just want to say thank you to you. Thank you. And let’s give the utmost support to Amelia!”

“…… yeah!”

　There couldn’t be any more shadows on Elisa’s face.

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Okay, …… we’re all here.

　Once again, all of us were gathered here at the headquarters.

　The members are the head of the department and the members of the department. In addition, Evi, Elisa, Clarice and I.

　As we all sat down on the chairs in front of the long table in the middle of the room, the head of the department told us this.

“This year, we’ll be doing some activities in the Amelia Support Group, but …… the freshmen will also be doing the traditional thing.”

“What is that thing? ‘Sir,”

　I asked. We’re all together today because we have something important to talk about, but what is ……?

“You know the stalls are lined up for the Magic Swordsman’s Tournament, right?”

“Yes. Apparently so.”

“That’s where we put out our annual grilled corn. My folks are into farming as well. …… That’s where we’re supposed to sell our corn in the summer. Of course, my folks will be there. And we always are just kind of supporting that.”

“I see. …… I see.”

　Selling grilled corn or …….

　The Magic Swordsman Competition is one of the highest scale events in the kingdom.  If that’s the case, it’s only natural that there will be stalls …… but if we’re going to sell, we still want to achieve the best results.

“Will you do it?”

“Of course.”

　I said, and Evi, Clarice and Elisa followed suit.

“Alright!”

“W-Well, I can do it for you ……!”

“Wi …… will do ……!　Oh, but are you okay with game times and such…….?　If you get covered or something, Amelia’s support is at ……”

“We’ll be fine. We work mainly before the game. I’ve asked my family for permission to watch the game during the game. We will not hold you up that long. And we’re going to pay you well.”

　So we’re going to be an Amelia support group as well, but we’ll be selling at …… stalls or …….

　Hmmm …….

“Director.”

“What’s up, Ray?”

“I am okay with the grilled corn, but how about we put that sauce on it and sell it?”

　I tell them, and they start buzzing around me.

“What ……?!”

‘Right!　Sauce, then it would be!”

“Oh!　It will be the devil’s corn!”

“Ray, you’re a genius after all!”

　And the head of the department also chuckled.

“That’s what I was going to suggest, too.”

“Shall we get on with it, then?”

　As I said this, I brought out the secret Ainsworth-style sauce that I keep in my original club room. Then, when everyone was outside, the head of the department was to smear the sauce on the corn he was holding and each of us was to roast it with magic and eat it.

　I couldn’t use my magic well, so I asked Elisa to do that for me.

“Yes. Ray-kun …… please.”

“Thank you, Elisa.”

　And when you take a bite of that corn with a nice sauce seared on it, …….

“…… is!!?”

　What is ……? ……?

　The consciousness was flying ……. And the next thing you know, the corn in my hand was clean and gone. All that was left was the core. But there is still a definite taste in my mouth.

　No, it’s not just delicious …… This is just the devil’s corn!

　And it seemed the others did as well.

“Oh, yummy!　What’s going on here?”

“‘Umm, yeah …… that’s amazingly delicious!”

　The girls who were eating that sauce for the first time were also quite raving about it. And as they all ate their corn, the head of the department approached me.

“Ray. With this sauce as the mainstay, we’ll sell the corn, but can you mass produce …… it?”

“Yes, I’ll check with the …… production source. But I’m sure it will be fine, so let’s stick with this policy.”

“…… Okay. Copy that.”

　The grilled corn policy was firmly in place. But I still had a few cards left to play.

“Sir. I have a further suggestion…….”

“Hmm?　Say whatever you want.”

“What about the vendor?”

“Normally we do it at random, but ……”

“There are two pretty girls here …… no, I’m sure there will be three on the day.”

“You don’t think you’re going to go that far ……?”

“Yes. If you’re going to do this, you’re going to have to be thorough with ……, right?”

“Huh. You’re the ace of your division, aren’t you?”

　Sellers are important. I was told by a mentor before this that, after all, if you’re selling something, the atmosphere is better if a woman is there or something like that ……. That’s why I thought I should do my best.

　And I should also show that my female attire isn’t just for uniforms, it also shines through in other outfits. And for once, I’m sure I can do it without a care in the world.

　FuHahaha!

“Seriously, Ray, you’re going to put that …… thing out there. …… You are seriously serious.”

“Well, you can’t be talking about ……, Ray. Are you going out with that thing?”

“Ray-kun …… free that figure ……?”

　All three of them stare at me as if they are looking at a monster.

“Of course. Now, would Elisa and Clarice be okay with that?”

“Well, …… I don’t really know …… when someone says corn burned.”

“Oh!　I actually have a couple of …… its …… costumes. ……”

“What!　Is that true!”

“U…… Yeah!　I like clothes and things like that, and I make my own clothes and buy commercial items for reference, so I actually have …… rather a lot of it. ……”

“Do you have anything fancy?”

“There is …… but ……, you know, it might be embarrassing?”

“I don’t have that kind of shame already. Then let’s go with that.”

“Umm, yeah ……!”

“What?　I’m going to wear an embarrassing one too……!　Wait, my opinion is ……!”

　So, this Mage Swordsman Competition was going to be a lot of fun.

　The steering committee, the Amelia supporters, and then the corn sales plus the vendor’s job.

　Plus, I still had two more stages of cross-dressing left to do. And every time I dress as a woman, the beauty of this increases. I mean, …… you know what this means, right?　I’m going to be the greatest transvestite warrior ever…….!

　There’s a lot of work to be done, but let’s enjoy it to the fullest!

　FuHahaha!

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Episode 40: Noble Girlfriend

I’ll use the vol 2 cover from now on

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　After that, Miss Ariane went alone to the training grounds for the match. On the other hand, she said I could watch the game, but she also told me to take care of Miss Tiana, so naturally I’m going to take care of the little girl.

“Sis, you know. She’s strong!”

“Is that so?”

“Yeah!　I’ll show you the strength of the three great lords.　She often says that!”

“Hmm. That’s just like Lady Ariane.”

“You know what? So, you see. I want to be strong, cool and kind like my big sister!”

“Yeah. You will be. I know Tiana-chan can do it.”

“You mean it!?”

“Yes. I’m still a good judge of character, you know?”

“Wow!　Lily-oneechan is really amazing too!”

　Currently the two of us were on the move, hand in hand, and we were having such a conversation. Though Miss Tiana talks about cute stuff about Miss Ariane but, Miss Ariane was also an aristocratic person full of grace.

　And she also seemed to represent the aristocratic constitution in a good way.

　Even when I revealed that I was a commoner, I didn’t see any condescending attitude, and she spoke to me as a normal entity as an equal.

　There is pride in her being a nobleman. But it’s not a conceit.

　I wonder if it’s a refined aristocrat who embodies what one should be like at this age. I could understand why Amelia was wary.

　They were such opposites.

　If Miss Ariane was the sun, could Amelia be metaphorically compared to the moon?

　And Amelia is moving forward with such a conflicted view of herself. Miss Ariane, on the other hand, seems to be moving forward and forward with confidence.

　But I think there’s room for Amelia to grow as well. That’s why this match will need to be burned into my eyes.

“Ah!　It’s your sister!”

“There you go.”

　When we arrived at the training grounds, the two people who would be fighting were already about to face each other.

　Miss Ariane’s opponent was a male student, but he looked like he had a lot of power. He was well over one hundred and ninety centimeters tall, and his muscles could easily be understood through his clothes. That bulk is not something that is hard to acquire ……, which seems to go hand in hand as people who love the same muscles.

　When compared to such an opponent, Miss Ariane looks slender. No, it’s not that she’s not trained. I know she is also well trained, but …… still, there is a clear difference between men and women.

　It’s obvious that there is a large magical element to bridging this gap.

　Now …… how will this battle play out?

“Ah!　It’s happening!　Hey, big sister!　Come on!”

“……”

　Miss Tiana bounces up and down next to me and cheers, but I stare at the match with a serious look in my eyes.

“Oooohhhh!”

　The first strike is a must. The male student is more likely to close the distance in one fell swoop and slash at Miss Ariane with an unimaginable force from his physique. As I thought, from that appearance, it’s a swordsmanship type that is good at close quarters combat.

　Although there are three types of magic swordsmen, sword-fighting type, balance type, and sorcery type, males are more likely to be of the sword-fighting type. This is because they are able to make full use of their physical specs and mainly use internal codes, so they have less of a magical burden.

　Of course, there is no such thing as which type is best.

　This is because it changes depending on the person you are dealing with, and also because the personality aspect of the person is involved.

“Now, will you dance in front of me?”

　When a faintly muttered voice entered her ears, Miss Ariane took the sword fight head-on. Instead of passing it off, she accepted it. That shows that she has equal or even more power than her opponent.

　After all, is the internal code also used at the actual battle level? But with this skill level, is Miss Ariane a swordsmanship type?　Unusual for a woman, but …….

　And then their sword fights became even more intense with each other. There is no longer an element of magic interfering, and their speed is gradually increasing as well.

“Fufu ……”

　In the midst of the fierce exchange, I saw Ariane Olgren smiling at me. And the next moment, countless ice crystals appeared on his legs as if they were entangled. The other party couldn’t deal with it on the spur of the moment, and he lost his balance and fell down as it was.

　Of course, it’s not her to miss it. Quickly closing the distance, she slashed the rose decoration fixed to his chest vertically.

“Ooohhhhhh!”

　The moment the match is decided, there is an exclamation of admiration from those around her. She seems to be famous both in name and reality, waving her hands to those around her as she walks away from the lingering scene. Those platinum hair that dominates and looks so beautiful. And I have the impression again that she knows how to behave herself, that she knows how to behave.

“Awesome!　Sis, she beat someone that big!”

“Yeah. That’s great. I think your sister is a very amazing person.”

“Hehehe!　That’s right!　My sister is amazing!”

　And Miss Tiana stretched her little chest out.

　It wasn’t even lip service that I mentioned it. But purely, I judged her skills to be at the top level among the students. To be able to use that much magic in the midst of that sword fight is honestly a tip of the hat. At first glance, it appears to be just high-speed magic, but …… that doesn’t seem to be the case.

　In that battle, Miss Ariane had the luxury of using magic. Her opponent didn’t have that kind of time and probably didn’t have it in mind to take care of her.

　This is what Ariane Olgren is all about.

　Her real strength is probably still hidden, and I could get a glimpse of it, but …… I couldn’t envision a future where Amelia could win now.

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“Thank you for your help earlier. I’m glad to see that Tiana was able to get home safely.”

“No, I don’t mind. I’m glad, for my part, that Miss Tiana left happy.”

　What we are currently in is Miss Ariane’s own room. The room is not much different from our dormitory, but perhaps because it’s the three great aristocracies, it’s a single room, and the room’s floor plan is quite spacious. The decorations weren’t very flashy, but they seemed to have been kept clean.

　After that, Miss Tiana seemed to have contacted her parents’ house and had someone come to pick her up, and she went home with that person.

“Bye Bye!　See you later!”

　And with a buzzing wave, she left, smiling and laughing.

　By the way, my tone of voice has been changed back to that of a man as well, since we are alone in the room. Earlier, she asked me to make it a woman, but she said it was no longer a man or anything else.

　She said, half-amused, though.

“Miss Tiana is a very good girl. I’m sure she’ll grow up to be as beautiful and personable as you are in the future.”

“……”

“What’s the matter?”

　Her pure white skin was slightly tinted with vermilion as I spoke frankly about what I thought. Her face is also downcast, and she deliberately avoided looking at me.

　Mu…… Couldn’t this be something I’ve done?

　That’s what I was thinking, and she immediately opened her mouth.

“It’s not really a problem.　Do you …… always say that to women?　You’re used to it, though:……”

　She stares at me and I answer honestly again.

“That’s obvious. You know, I’ve been taught that women are to be complimented anyway.”

“…… I see. Well, my good looks are well deserved.”

“Oh. It must be.”

“…… is going to be crazy.”

　Then, sipping on the tea on the table, Ariane takes a breath and begins to speak. By the way, we’re on a first-name basis with each other.

　She said, “I like you. It’s specially only for you, you know? ” .

“So what did you think, Ray?　About my fight.”

“…. Right. The skill to take the opponent’s sword fight head on. Your handling of the internal code is pretty amazing. But what’s worth noting is the magic that was activated. I’m surprised that you can afford to use magic in that sword fight. …… Actually, that’s delayed magic. Probably the moment the sword fight started, the ground was already lying on the ground with the magic activated. All that’s left to do is lure the prey to a designated position and end ……. It’s the fighting style of a smart, skillful man with a built-in tactic.”

“Oh, I’m surprised …… you could see that far?”

“In the case of delayed magic, it’s a quirk in the flow of the first pledge.”

”Haha …… that’s also great. More importantly, you’re sure you’re not going to be in the Magic Swordsman Competition.”

“For a number of reasons. Right now I’m on the management committee, but on the side, I’ve also been keeping up with Amelia’s training.”

“Amelia?　That Amelia-Rose?”

“Yeah. Amelia and I are friends.”

“….. I see. Then you came to this academy to investigate me for Amelia.”

“Yes.”

　Ariane’s eyes widened a bit and she looked surprised.

　Is it really that surprising?

　Moreover, she wasn’t so surprised that I had seen through her magic, but rather the moment I said I’m Amelia’s friend. Instead, when it came to magic, she was only mildly surprised, but this time she was really sincerely surprised …… I had that impression from her.

　They should have known each other since childhood. There is no way that such an Ariane would not know about Amelia. That’s why the reaction was a bit curious.

　Amelia’s past? Maybe I could hear it from Ariane here …… but I can’t do that. I think I should wait until Amelia speaks for herself one day. That is what friends are for, and I believe in that.

“…… I see. I see that Amelia has made a friend like you.”

　She seems to be deeply moved, and that’s exactly what she tells me as she stares into the void. It must be reminiscent of the past.

　Then Ariane pauses for a moment, smiles lightly and continues to talk.

“However, …… you know I only know you as someone dressed as a woman. Fufu”

“We’ll be meeting on that day, but me as a male. And I’ll be on the management committee.”

“Huh …… you are really weird.”

“Is that true?”

“Yes. Obviously, an oddball doesn’t think of himself that way. But …… I’m a little jealous of you and your friend Amelia. You’re a very funny person.”

　She smiles at me.

　It was easy to see from that beautiful smile that it was not flattering to me and that it was purely her feelings.

“It’s okay. I already intend to be friends with Ariane, too. Wouldn’t you agree?”

“Huh. …… Well, including that part, …… Ray is substandard. Normally, when you’re in front of the three great aristocrats, you’re supposed to shrivel up, you know?”

“I see, …… but I’m willing to go along as an equal friend.”

“Hmm. Well then, since I’m a friend, it’s nice to meet you from now on.”

　Smiling, she offers me a handshake across the table. The sweet scent of womanhood spreads to my nostrils from the faintly swaying, vertically curled platinum hair.

　Of course, I respond to that as well.

“Amelia is going to be strong. And she’s going to win the rookie competition. Unfortunately, Ariane will get a taste of defeat.”

“I’m looking forward to …… to see it. And then I’ll return it to you in its entirety.”

　We were hostile to each other, but there was no animosity there.

　We just stared at each other as competing rivals.

　Ariane Olgren. It would be no mean feat to surpass her, but I’m sure Amelia would be able to defeat her. The Ainsworth-style boot camp was just a start. What Amelia lacks is confidence. If she can gain that unwavering confidence, she can go further.

　And then Amelia will be able to spread her wings to a bigger sky.

　That’s what I believe, and that’s what I’m going to do.

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Episode 39: Older Sister is Watchful

Sorry about changing onee-sama to sister. I changed where it felt good sounding.

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　Somehow, I was now walking around the school holding hands with Tiana-Olgren, Ariane-Olgren’s sister.

　Currently, it’s a holiday, so there don’t seem to be many people here, but the qualifying round of the Mage Swordsman Competition is being held at this academy as well.

　Perhaps there will be more people in the afternoon. ……

　Before that, I’d like to manage to make contact with Ariane = Orgren. And if I can, I’d like to see the match in the afternoon.

　But even if I cannot see it, the information I can get just from actually seeing the person in person is going to be quite much. Since rumors have already spread about her signature magic and fighting style, I would like to have more private information about her.

“Hey, Lily-oneechan, you’re so tall!”

“Yes. I also think that I’m tall for girl.”

“Your legs are slender and so beautiful!”

“Fu fu. Thank you for compliment. Tiana’s also very pretty, you know?”

“Really!?”

“Yes. You’re going to be very beautiful girl one day.”

“Yay!”

　The reason why I’m tall is because I’ve always been a man …… and there’s no way I can say that being the reason, so I walked through the school holding hands with Tiana. Occasionally a student passes me by and gives me a scary look, but I appreciate the fact that they just go right through.

　But still …… my appearance and a little girl walking around will be a bit noticeable.

　I’d like to find Miss Ariane as soon as possible …….

“Where to, young lady?”

　As we were walking along, talking to each other, we encountered a group of boys. And the one who came to the front and spoke to me was a student who looked like a very good-looking ……. From the way he behaves, there is no doubt that he is an aristocrat.

“I’m looking for someone for a bit.”

“Okay. I see. Would you like us to help you two beauties?”

“No, thank you. We can’t just  bother you. ……”

“No, it is not a bother at all. We’ll do our best for a pretty flower like you that blooms in this academy.”

“…… I see. Thank you.”

　I smiled and the faces of the boys in the room turned bright red at once.

　It feels very good.

　It’s kind of like I’m opening a door that shouldn’t be opened, but …… further confirms my pride in the perfection of my cross-dressing skills.

　And so, just as I was about to continue the conversation further, …… the next thing that appeared was a group of female students.

“Hey, you boys!　Onee-sama is feeling troubled!”

“On…… onee-sama ……hmm?”

“You need to keep your mouth shut!”

　A group of girls come up to us, kicking the boys out of the way. Then gently taking my hand, she smiles softly and tells me

“Oneesama, may I have your name?”

“My name is Lily White.”

“Lily onee-sama ……”

　Her eyes were completely captivated by me. But not only the opposite sex, but also the same sex is fascinated by ……, my good looks are troubling.

　And as I was inwardly thinking to myself, I suddenly noticed something.

“Umm, you know you got a crooked tie”

　As I said that, I fixed it, which was slightly off …… furthermore, the schoolgirl showed her appreciation by collapsing on the spot.

“Lily-onee-sama …… how precious you are ……!”

“What a wonderful lady you are!”

“And this beauty ……!　Oh, I want to be stepped on by those beautiful legs……..”

　Yeah …… Well, I guess I went a little too far.

　As I’m reflecting on my previous behavior, Miss Tiana squeaks and tugs at my sleeve.

“You’re irresistible, Lilly oneechan!”

“Yes, …… I guess I’m sinful girl.”

SINFULGIRL ……?”

“Yes. But we must go and find Tiana’s sister.”

　I didn’t have time to waste here, so I politely greeted everyone and left the spot.

“What a pretty ……”

“Aan!　Onee-sama! !”

　I pretended I didn’t hear that voice.

　Well …… yeah …… I was a little too uptight too.

　Let’s reflect on that …….

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“Ah!　There’s my sister!”

　Miss Tiana said, and then she released my hands and ran with a ta-tah, just like that.

　Out of the corner of my eye, I saw a girl on the terrace having tea while wearing sunglasses.

　I understood that she was Ariane Olgren, even if the sunglasses didn’t allow me to see the whole thing.

　Her platinum hair was curled vertically as if it were still there, and her distinctive appearance was quite eye-catching. And from a quick glance, the proportions are good, or maybe it shows where it should be, and it’s tighter where it should be tighter.

　I show my admiration because I know that it takes a fair amount of effort to produce that body shape.

　And so I run out of the school building, following Miss Tiana, and I also follow her out of the school building …… to the side where Ariane Olgren was seated on the terrace.

“Well!　What’s going on?!　I can’t believe Tiana is here!”

“Heh, heh,~~, I’m here~.”

“Do our father and mother know about this?”

“I came here secretly!”

“Huh …… you’re a really spirited girl, aren’t you?”

“I want to see your play, sister!　That’s why I’m here!　Ah!　And, by the way, that sister helped me!”

“That sister ……?”

　Miss Tiana, who was hopping up and down on Miss Ariane’s lap and making a lot of noise, said that and pointed at me. And Miss Ariane’s gaze turned to me as well.

　First impressions are important.

　I bow my head and walk up to the girls and introduce myself to them.

“It’s nice to meet you, my name is Lily-White.”

“Did you bring her here?”

“Yes. I saw Tiana crying at the school gate. We came here together.”

“Well!　That’s very polite of you to do this …… and you’ve been a great help to my sister.”

“Not at all. I’m totally fine. Tiana was a very nice girl, too.”

　Miss Ariane came to bow to me without hesitation.

　As I was analyzing …… another high-powered young lady …… not necessarily that high-powered, she suggested something.

“I’d like to thank you, so would you like to have tea with me?”

“Are you sure?”

“Of course. I’m just going to treat you to a treat for bringing Tiana here.”

“Then I’ll take your word for it……..”

　And when we got to the same table, Miss Ariane went out of her way to buy us drinks from the nearby concession stand. I’d heard that she usually has a lackey in tow …… but today she seems to be alone.

　But this isn’t good …….

　This is because if I speak to her directly like this, the risk of being caught in cross-dressing goes up. Originally, I was planning to blend in with her lackeys and gather information from afar …….

　But when I made the choice to help Miss Tiana at that time, I was prepared for this. And it’s not natural to go somewhere here.

　Well, if they found out here, the worst thing that could happen would be to get pinched out.

　Just as I was thinking that, she comes back.

“Was it alright to have tea?”

“Yes. Thank you.”

　Then I got my tea and I sipped lightly, but I felt Miss …… Ariane’s gaze sharpen a little.

“Tiana. You can play over there for a bit. You can practice your magic, if you want.”

“Really?!”

“Yeah. Have a good day.”

　Then, with a tata, Miss Tiana runs a little further away.

“Well. Let’s hear it straightforwardly, shall we? You are not one of our students, are you?”

　Spot on.

　I input the information that she is not just a young lady, but also she seems to have a good head on her shoulders.

“…… No, I’m actually too sick to come to the academy much ……”

“No. It’s a lie. The way you walk, and the way you behave, it is hard to believe that you are sickly. Besides, if there was a woman in this academy with such good looks as you have, how could I not know about it?”

“…… You’re a brilliant woman, Lady Ariane.”

“Yes. I’m the one who has everything. I wish you wouldn’t lick Ariane Olgren so much.”

　The way she smoothly swept her platinum hair back, I thought she was really confident. It’s the opposite of Amelia.

　Amelia still has some hesitation. I could see that even in the past few weeks of training.

　But not this Ariane Olgren. Everything she says and does is full of confidence. It’s surely not a kind of pride. She is showing it as a pure fact. She understands what it is like to be the eldest daughter of the three major aristocratic Olgren families.

　Realizing that it’s impossible to deceive her, which is aristocratic in a good way ……, I decided to confide in her honestly. Of course, I had assumed this case as well, so I didn’t hesitate too much.

　It’s not that this kind of infiltration is a traditional practice, so …… she would understand.

　They usually end up being kicked out.

　If I hadn’t met Miss Tiana, things would have gone more smoothly, but …… this would be fate too. There was no choice but to not help her there.

“So, what academy are you from?　There are a lot of these people these days, but …… I don’t run or hide. So I think you should be honest, too.”

“Oh. I’ll let you. I’m sorry for the deceitful way I’ve been acting. Ariane-Olgren. You are truly a noble woman. I honestly respect you.”

　I stop the female voice and act as Ray-White as usual. But the moment I make the male voice, Miss Ariane looks at me with a pokey look on her face.

“What about ……?”

“What’s wrong?”

“No, no, no, no, I mean …… and that voice is ……”

“Hmm?　Ah. I’m sorry. I’m sorry, I forgot to mention it first. My name is Ray-White and I attend Arnold School of Magic. My gender identity is male, so bear that in mind.”

“Dude, a guy ……?　Wait a minute. …… You, indeed, seemed to be quite tall, but the …… skeletal and muscularity of the woman herself is not …… ?”

“This is an internal code application. Well, it’s not going to last very long.”

“This …… voice!　How are you doing with your voice!”

“This is not sorcery. In modern times, the art of men producing women’s voices is already well established. This control of the larynx is the trick……..”

“Ha …… ha …… no, its …… really male, what is it?”

“How. The reason I was dressed as a woman was to hide my identity, but for the sake of …… Miss Tiana, I had no choice. I didn’t really want to make this much head-to-head contact.”

“Well, I appreciate that, but I can’t thank you enough……..”

　And then Miss Ariane suddenly raised her voice.

　It was as if she remembered something.

“….. Ray-White. I know your name. As I recall, I heard rumors that you’re the first civilian at the Academy, but your combat skills are high …….”

“Oh. I didn’t expect such a rumor to reach this academy. This is a little embarrassing. ……”

“The gap between that look and that voice is a little too big……. It’s driving me crazy.”

“Now, how about this?”

“You can have a woman’s voice right away at ……. Who are you?”

“I’m both a civilian and a member of the organizing committee for the Magic Swordsman Competition.”

“I see …… then it’s nothing more or less than that.”

“Yes”

”I was a bit amused, but I like…… you, I really am impressed. The other academy spies so far have been too sneaky, but I want to thank you …… for being so open for my sister and allowing her to watch the game afterwards, okay?　Oh. Of course, you’ll have to stay with Tiana.”

“That’s a very good suggestion for us as well. But are you sure?　Even if I have to show it to the game.”

“It’s fine. To begin with, if I lose based on the extent of your research, then that’s my limit. I’ll show you the style of a champion.”

“That’s exciting.”

　The atmosphere is truly the style of a champion.

　I could sense the first quality leaking out of Miss Ariane’s body, faintly.

　With this personality, even if one analyzes the information gathered from rumors, she is …… definitely the leading candidate to win. I understood that the opponent Amelia had to surpass was more formidable than I had expected.

　I’m going to see with my own eyes what Ariane-Olgren is actually capable of.

　Well, that and ……Once again, it’s been too long since I’ve dressed as a woman, and I can’t deny that I’ve gone a little overboard. Let’s call it …… and say that the result is okay.

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Episode 38: My Surroundings as a Maiden

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“Fu fu……”

　　It’s perfect. I am totally a girl now.

　I was proud of that because as I walked down the street, I felt the eyes on me.

“Hey, that’s ……,”

“I’m in uniform, but I wonder if she’s a …… model?”

“Whoa, ……, wow, she’ s pretty.”

“Ahh, ……, that’s dangerous (for my heart). ……”

　Women and men alike scream like that every time they see me.

Fufufu…..Fuhahahaa

　I felt great.

　After all, my cross-dressing skills hadn’t diminished. I’ve been working on a lot of things with my mentor …… and Abby and Carol, and I never thought I’d see the day when I’d be able to put it to use as a student like this. I was a little impressed with the situation.

　I’m on my way to the Diom Magic Academy by the way. The Arnold Magic Academy is located in the center of the northern district of the kingdom. The Diom Magic Academy is located in the west of the northern district, and the opposite east of the northern district is the Merklos Magic Academy.

　But even though it’s the same northern district, it’s still a good distance away, so I’m in the middle of making my way to the carriage that leads to the Academy. ……

“Ge ……”

　I couldn’t help but notice a bare voice.

　Yes. That’s because the person I was looking at was Carol.

　Maybe it was because she’s a celebrity, or maybe she’s wearing her signature styled sunglasses, but I could completely recognize her. It didn’t take a second for me to recognize that.

　As usual, she was wearing an outfit that was wide open at the chest and her skirt was strangely short. She seemed to be wearing long boots today, and at first glance, she looked like that guy was the real model.

　And her peach-colored hair, as usual, was gently curled lengthwise and looked faintly shiny, as if she’d been oiled or something.

　Well, …… actually does that job as well, so I’m convinced of that look. ……

“……”

　Let’s get the hell out of here. If it was in my past she could easily notice my crossdressing and probably even now. And so I try to walk past Carol, who is sitting on the bench.

　She’s completely unaware of me. I felt a sensation as if I’m blending into the landscape.

　This turned out to be quite a battle……

　It’s not that I’m fighting, but …… somehow I can’t help but think that my genes are rejecting the idea of being around this woman.

“…… Phew.”

　I took a breath.

　It seems like I’ve made it through …… successfully, but I’m approached from behind.

“Hmmm?　Excuse me, beautiful lady, may I have a word with you?　Capi☆”

　She comes in her usual high-spirited voice, but I adamantly refuse to listen to her.

“I’m sorry …… I’m in a hurry. ……”

“Hmm?　Ah!　After all, you look and sound just like that!　You must be Ray-chan!　No, ah sorry Lilly-chan, right?

　A moment later, I escaped like a rabbit out of the woods as fast as I could without a second thought.

　As expected of Carol. Even with my current cross-dressing, she can easily see through it──!

　But it’s not me who isn’t prepared for this case. When I’m found out, I’m going to run for real. That’s the only way to do it …… but I’m not my usual self right now, and I’m not used to this woman’s body and the new shoes I’m wearing.

　On the other hand, Carol is her usual self, and she may seems to be a researcher and a recluse, but she’s actually very athletic. Or rather, she’ s the kind that has completed a full course of military training.

　If such two people were to compete with each other,……, of course, the loser would be me.

“I caught you!!　Hmmmmm… You should tell your sister you know〜☆ …… about what you’re doing. Okay?”

“……”

　I was quickly secured, and I knew that refusal here would not release me at all. So I’ve already decided to speak honestly. At any rate, I prayed to be released soon, …….

“Heh!　Interesting!　Undercover work.　This is actually the time of year when these things happen, and it’s an unspoken agreement, but …… I didn’t expect to see you dressed as a woman. With the level of Ray-chan, you’ll never be noticed!”

“Yes. So could you let me go quickly?　I’m in a hurry.”

“Yeah. But, you know I want to spend more time with you.”

“Don’t be silly. You have a job to do, don’t you?”

“Yes, ……, I’ll be interviewing you after this. ……”

“Right?　Then let’s part ways here.”

“But first……..!”

　Carol pulled out a makeup kit from the pouch.

“It’s a bit crumbly and the detailing is a bit sweet, so I’m going to adjust it …… ☆”

“I’d like to thank …… for that.”

　Maybe it’s a quirky day job, but Carol’s hands have made my makeup even more polished. At first glance, the differences might be hard to understand, but those minor differences can make a big difference.

　As it turns out, it’s probably a good thing this guy caught me. I’m lucky today, and it looks like he’s going to be released soon.

“Then, Ray-chan. Good luck☆ I’ll be cheering for you☆ Capi☆”

“Yes, thank you very much. I’ll be off then.”

 I already turned into a woman in my tone, I thanked Carol and headed to the Diom Magic Academy this time.

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　After being rocked by a carriage for a some over 10 minutes.

　The thing that came to me was the Diom Magic Academy. The size, or rather the basic structure is the same as the Arnold Magic Academy, so although there is not that much difference …… I sensed it.

　The quality of the students in this academy is clearly different.

　In this case, the quality in this case means the atmosphere that they wear. That’s exactly what makes it clear that they’re putting more emphasis on the actual battle as rumored. Even from the outside, the way the students work out is well understood. The boys’ muscle mass is easy to see through their uniforms, but …… the female students should not be underestimated either.

　They have slender legs and long arms. They have a strong spine and a beautiful way of walking.

　I’m sure the students of this academy can’t be underestimated …… because of those characteristics, and I’m going to try to sneak in.

“Okay, let’s go …….”

　 I can’t just walk in through the school gates with impunity. This time of year they’d be wary, and I wouldn’t do something so risky.

　I quickly climbed the nearby fence and safely infiltrated the grounds, but …… there was still no doubt that a magic trap was placed there. A quick look at it, it’s some kind of delayed sorcery, but …… it’s not me who would fall for such a thing. It’s cleverly hidden, but the first pledge is leaking out slightly.

　And while avoiding that delayed magic ……, I suddenly encountered a student.

“Hmm?　It seems to have just moved …… well, is it my imagination?”

“……!”

　I stand still and stop moving.

　After a while, the student leaves the scene.

　Why I was left bare…… it’s because I’m in a cardboard box. According to my teacher, cardboard is excellent for carrying and hiding. Although, it just doesn’t seem right to have cardboard boxes in strange places, but in this case they were bypassed even if they were in the bushes.(TN: Snake, is that you??)

　Normally, people don’t try to touch anything strange, even if it’s there.

　Hmm? Ahh, …… a cardboard.

　That is the end of the recognition to the degree. And so I safely emerged near the school building after passing through the bushes where the delay magic was set up.

“Phew …… that’s clear for now.”

　Once out of the cardboard, I fold it dexterously before hiding it in the bushes. After doing so, I let my hair dominate lightly and begin to investigate the Diom Magic Academy.

　My target is Ariane Olgren.

　Her appearance is distinctive, she has a platinum hair color, but it is apparently wrapped vertically. It’s a so-called ringlet. This is a hairstyle that Carol used to do, so I guess I can discover it by appearance …….

　With that in mind, I was about to enter the school building …… when my eyes fell on the little girl in front of me.

“Whaaaaaaaaaaaa!　Sisterrrrrrr, whereee areeee yyou!　Uaaaa!”

　It was a child who was crying. She is still very young …… that’s probably about 5 or 6 years old. It’s not that strange to have family members come to the institute on holidays, but …… did she come alone?

　　Her platinum hair reached to her shoulders, and her skin was very beautiful, probably because she was so young. Her nasal lines are nicely defined and her eyes are bright. I’m sure she will be a beautiful woman …… in the future, but right now she’s crying and that face is ruined.

　Since my mission is the priority here, I can ignore her. Even the few students around us are determined to remain quiet.

　If this is true, it would not be wise to speak to her here. My purpose this time is to obtain information on Ariane Olgren. That’s why I don’t want to act too conspicuously, but it’s against my principles to leave …… a crying child alone.

　Even if this leads to being found out, it would also be fate.

　So, I decided to call out to her, without any worries.

“Little miss, are you okay?”

　Without hesitation, I kneel on the ground and make eye contact with her. Then, while patting her head to calm her down, she gets into a listening position for now.

“Uh … Gus … my older sister … I don’t see my older sister …”

“Okay. So, do you want me to come with you to find her?”

“…… eh!　Really ……!?”

“Yeah. Of course.”

　I nodded with a smile. In addition, her face was awful with tears and snot, so I wipe it away with a tissue.

“My name is Lily-White. What’s your name?”

“My name is Tiana Algren!”

“…… Yeah. So you want to come with me, Tiana?”

“Umm!　Thank you!　Lily, oneee-chan!”

　I take her little hand in mine and go straight into the school building, but it’s not like I haven’t noticed …….

　This girl is definitely Ariane Olgren’s sister. To be sure, I had also looked up the family structure, and as I recall, the younger sister, who is a few years younger, is named Tiana.

　Will I be able to contact Ariane Olgren smoothly …….

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Episode 37: My Means of Being a Maiden

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“We’ve had a lovely cup of tea today.”

” True, right?”

“Yeah.”

“Everyone, I’m so excited.”

“Yes, indeed.”

“Yes. It smells so good.”

　Early morning. Although today is a holiday, there was a gathering in the gardening club this morning. Naturally, as planned, I’m going to go to the Diom Magic Academy afterwards to do some research.

　I also promised Amelia that I would do some research on Ariane Olgren.

　But have you noticed it? In fact, that …… I was …… in the conversation just now.

　And so, while everyone in the gardening club is enjoying their tea and scones, Sera-senpai walks in, looking flustered.

“I’m sorry, too ……!　I’m so late to the party: ……!”

“It’s all right, Deena-san. We have a minute or so left.”

“I see. That’s good.”

　Sera-senpai feels relieved to hear that from Rebecca-senpai.

　She sits down in her usual seat and gets her tea as it is …… suddenly, her gaze meets mine.

“Oh?　Rebecca-sama. Is she a new member of the club?”

“No. It’s Ray-san.”

“Huh?”

　Since she seems to be popping up, I greet her again.

“Sera-senpai. It’s been a while. It’s a me, Ray-White.”

“Hmm …… mm ……!　No, no, no, no, no. …… You’re kidding, right?　Because you sound and look like a girl!!”

　That’s what she says, so I turn my voice back to the man I was.

“Ahm…… n…… yes. How about this, senpai?”

“Wow!　Don’t make that noise with that look!　Holy shit!”

“So, I’ll just put it back, okay?”

“…… Rebecca-sama, this is …….”

“Actually ……”

　So, Rebecca senpai gave an overview …… separately, but that’s not a big deal. It’s simply that I came to this gardening club gathering dressed as a woman. Of course, it’s also for the mission that’s coming up later.

　And I also wanted to make sure that my cross-dressing skills hadn’t diminished. I haven’t used this kind of technology much since I already changed my voice. I used the make-up tools I had kept in my room, just in case, to put on my makeup, and I also had new uniforms for the girls from each academy.

　This was also actually …… when I talked to the director.

“I see. Let me take care of it.”

　And the next day I was provided with a girls’ uniform that was my exact size. Being quite tall, a girl’s uniform of this size would have been difficult to assemble, but the director …… handles it with ease.

　Maybe the head of the department is not just a regular guy …….

”…… Okay, I understand. Let’s admit that he looks good in women’s clothing at a hundred paces. Originally, he has a slightly neutral face and thin lines, …… but it’s the voice!　How can you make that sound?　And the skeleton!　You have a weird bone structure and you’re losing some muscles, that”s crazy!?”

” Even men can make a woman’s voice if they train for it, right, senpai?　Physique and muscles are an application of the internal inside code. Anyone trained in undercover work should be able to do some physical changes, but I’m a little …… good at it, shall I say that?　Well, as expected, I can’t be as tall as I am.”

“Re-Really……..?”

“Yes. Because I have been trained so bloody hard to do it, too.”

“Well, that’s fine, but …… why do you need a woman’s voice?'”

“Sometimes it’s better to change your gender when you’re working undercover.”

“…… Yeah, okay. I’m not going to ask you in depth about you. ……”

　So I’m fully dressed as a schoolgirl, and I’m responding in a female voice.

　I wore a long wig with beautiful chestnut-colored brown hair and also a whole lot of makeup. However, if it’s too dark, I won’t look like a student, so I kept it to a minimum. The rest of the time, I put the stuffing in my chest and it’s done.

　My master had drilled into me the art of cross-dressing, but I didn’t expect it to come in handy here.

　I was reminded of the greatness of my master.

“Ray-chan, you’re so cute!”

“Yeah, yeah. Stay in that outfit the whole time!”

“He’s cool when he’s a boy, but when he’ s a girl he’s amazingly cute!”

“Here. Do you want some snacks?　Would you like a cup of tea as well?”

“Everyone. Thank you very much.”

　For some reason, my cross-dressing was a big hit with these seniors.

　This is a solid response.

　Apparently, my skills are not inferior, either.

　When I reaffirmed that, I quickly got up from my chair.

“Senpai, I have a few things to do so I’ll take my leave now ……”

‘”Oh, I see. Please come again, Ray-san.”

“Yes. I’ll be back to talk about the flowers. Now, seniors, please excuse me from …….”

　I bow reverently and walk out of the club room.

“Ray is …… seriously cute. ……”

　Finally, I heard Sera-senpai blurting out, and I reflexively took a guts pose.

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Earlier, I was in the Arnold Magic Academy’s uniform, so I was returning to my room to change into the Diom Magic Academy’s uniform this time. Just then, Evi also woke up or yawned and was pacing around the room.

“Oh, Ray? It’s amazing that you’re always running …… hmm?　No, who is it?”

“I’m not ……. Gosh!　It’s me.”

　I adjusted my voice and quickly returned to my usual male voice.

“….Hmm?’　Are you Ray?”

“Very much so. I am Ray-White.”

“But, but, but …… you’re a woman!”

“For a few reasons. I’m dressing up as a woman to head out on a mission right now.”

“No, wait …… wait …… I can’t get my head around this ……”

“It’s okay. Just let it go.”

　While talking like that, I quickly change into the uniform of the Diom Magic Academy. And then I check my appearance again with a full-length mirror.

　The brown hair that reaches to your chest and the translucent white skin. And those lips are not dark, just enough to make your blood color look good. The eyelashes were also turned up nicely (raised with burlers), creating a perfect schoolgirl without a single wrinkle or blemish.

“Okay, perfect. Well, I’m off. I’ll be back in the evening.”

“Ah, …… umm.”

　He seemed confused, but well, it was inevitable. People were surprised at first.

　And so I just wanted to check out …… Amelia’s condition before I left this academy. It’s not that I don’t believe in her, but I wonder if she’s still working hard at training today …….

　And I was heading to my usual training ground.

“Mu…….. a good job. But is that …… Elisa and Clarice?”

　Amelia had apparently been doing the training I’d imposed on her since early morning. But this time, Elisa and Clarice were also next to me, apparently helping with the training. It’s a simple process of melting the ice generated by yourself, but the actual preparation and post-processing is a hassle, so …… that’s what Elisa and Clarice are doing …….”

　That’ s a great friendship …… and, as usual, I talk to Amelia, feeling like an instructor.

“Trainee Amelia!　Looks like you’re doing well!”

“Ranger!　We are training hard today, sir!　Yeah. ……?　What ……?”

“Eh, that voice just now is …….”

“It’s Ray-kun. …… Eh?　Eh?”

　I continue the conversation as it is, while everyone is poking around.

“So Elisa and Clarice are helping out too? That’s great. It’s just Trainee Amelia. Don’t lose focus, okay?　Don’t be flaccid just because you have a friend.”

“Re, Rengaaa?”

　She stares at me with a look of puzzlement, so I quickly break the story.

“Oh …… I’m sorry. I’m going on a mission now. I decided it would be better to dress as a woman on that occasion, so I’m dressed like this.”

“””EEeeeeeeeehhhhh!!??”””

　The voices of all of them echoed in this place as they overlapped each other. All three of them seemed to be astonished, and even Elisa was holding her mouth down. However, is it really that surprising? In case you’re wondering, I think the original model is still intact …….

“Wait, wait a minute!　Are you …… seriously Ray?”

“Huh. …… What do you think, Clarice? Isn’t my cross-dressing pretty cool too?”

“No, I’m not saying you’ re cute or anything, but…　It’s prettier than most girls out there, but ……!”

“U …… yeah, I’m a little surprised …… or maybe even a little scared ……”

“…… Yeah. You’re both right. It’s hard for me to believe that …… that Ray has changed so much.”

“Huh. That’s good to know. It wouldn’t do any good if they found out.”

　On this mission, I actually considered diving as a normal male student, but I decided that the same sex would be a better way to get close to …… Ariane-Olgren than the opposite sex. Apparently, she has a sort of cronyism around her, and she doesn’t attract many male students.

　That’s why I dressed as a woman.

　The only thing I can’t do about my height is that I can’t help it, so I tried to take advantage of that now. The skirt is a little shorter so that the slender legs stand out, and the socks are also shorter in length. This way, the length of these legs will stand out the most.

　This would be something that only a woman could see from any angle.

　Of course, the unnecessary hair treatment is perfect. I took a shower as soon as I woke up today, and I shaved everything carefully.

“Ah!　But what about your voice?”

“Clarice-san. How about this one?”

“Oh, my God!　Huh?　How do you get it out!”

“There’s already an established technique for men to produce a woman’s voice. It’s hard to say because it’s …… a sensory issue. It’s just a matter of practice, you know?”

　I’ll tilt my head back a bit and dare to make a woman’s gesture. Once I get over there, I’ll have to seal the gesture to the man’s voice. Let it sink in while we’ re at it.

“U…… wow …… you have a prettier voice than me for some reason!　And it’s fake, but it’s also kind of disgusting that you have big chests!”

“…… I’m a little unsure of myself, too: …… maybe ……”

“Ray, where the hell are you going to go ……?”

　It’s a three-way reaction, but it’s a good one. Amelia is looking at me like she’s looking at something completely deformed …… well, it’s a good response.

　I’m going to have to get my hands dirty. It’s time to move on.

“Amelia. Expect something interesting. I’ll get you the information on Ariane Olgren!　Well, goodbye everyone!”

　So, I headed to the Diom Magic Academy with great enthusiasm in this cross-dressing outfit.

　There is not a single regret in my cross-dressing!

　Hahaha!

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Episode 36: The Time of Formation

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“President!”

　I open the door with a bang.

　I’m in the club room of the environmental research club. Although the reason for coming here today is that it’s a club activity, this time I wanted a favor.

“What’s up Ray?”

“President…..No, I’d like to ask you all a favor.”

“Alright. This is about you, the next ace. Just say it.”

“Yes, actually…”

　Without a second thought, I spell out the words.

“I want to form the Amelia Support Squad!”(TN: It’s a cheerleading group, but these guys are muscle head so I used Support Squad)

　Moments later, a murmur spreads through the club room.

“……..Amelia-Rose?”

“One of the three great aristocrats.”

“But can we form a support squad?”

“Ah. Those three great households are so sensitive.”

“But she’s quite pretty, isn’t she? I’m actually a bit of a fan…”

“You too?　As a matter of fact, so am I….”

　The response from the club members didn’t seem to be too bad.

“I see. So, why did you rely on us?　I have my job as an operator, too. But that goes for Ray too, doesn’t it?”

　Those overwhelming muscles seem to wrap around me as if to ask me a question.

　Well … we had already taken off our clothes. It’s no longer an act of consciousness. Unconsciously, the subconscious mind, which is imprinted on this body, spoke to us telling us to do so.

　In this overwhelming space, clothes are just a hindrance.

　We had naturally begun to speak in this bulk.

“Support … it’s important to feel that way, but I think the volume of your voice is also important.”

“Keep going.”

“And furthermore, I figured its overwhelming presence was also an important factor in the support.”

“I see…”

“You can fight with the presence of those who are supporting you. That’s a great strength. And I’ve come to understand that that presence is … the very muscle.”

“….”

“The heart of the universe is a muscle.”

　I am no longer conscious of what I am saying. I’m merely embodying this passion in my heart in the form of words.

“………Huh. I see, so that’s how it is.”

“I think we have the best bulk in this academy, and I think we can provide the best support.”

“Hey, guys do you want to get in on this?”

　The head of the department glances back and the members of the department agree with him.

“Of course!”

“Oh!　Let’s cheer her on with our best bulk!”

“Amelia’s Cheering Squad….hehe, that’s awesome!”

“Yes!　Let’s do it!”

　I’m glad I said that after all…….that’s what I thought.

　Apparently, after investigating again, it seems that each player has a cheering squad like this. Even among them, it seems that the one building a major force is Rebecca senpai’s cheering squad. I’ve heard that it even exceeds the framework of the academy…. After all, Rebecca senpai seems to be a great person.

　And the one leading it is Sera-senpai. She’s been hanging on to something, but she said it was her reason for living, so I was strangely convinced that it was a way of life too………

　I was inspired by them, and thus I thought of establishing the Amelia Support Group.

“Well, Ray. Let’s start with the appearance.”

“Appearance….?”

“Ah. That means … starting with making a support squad uniform.”

“I see … I am learning something new.”

　The head of the department, showing off his overwhelming bulk, walked straight to the window with the curtains. Then he turned around and told all the members of the club.

“Listen up!　We’re going to do this, and we can’t afford to be half-assed!”

[Ooh!]

“Amelia Support Squad, come on!　Let’s show them how it’s done at the Magic Swordsmanship Competition!　Our overwhelming bulk!”

[Ooh!]

　So, we got to work on that as soon as possible.

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“Wow………!　What is this!!”

　Then, a little later, Evi arrived. But as soon as he opened the door of the club room, he seemed strangely surprised.

“What … what are you doing, this?”

“Evi. Let me explain.”

“Ray… what the hell is going on here, man?”

“We are working on a hachimaki, a happi coat, and a banner.”(Hachimaki a Japanese headband. Happi Coat is a traditional Japanese long coat)

“No that may be true but why are you doing it?”

“Amelia’s Support Squad has been formed.”

“Amelia Support Group?　Do you mean that literally?”

“Yes. I’ve formed a support group for Amelia. Mostly the Environmental Research Department, though. Evi will be joining in, I hope.”

“Huh … I see. It’s a silly question. Of course I do!”

“Fufufu….Okay. So let’s get Evi to help us with that.”

“Let’s go!!”

　We are all currently sewing together. We do not write ‘Amelia Support Group’ with a pen on Hachimaki.

　We sew by hand.

　For some reason, the head of the department had a sewing kit and a lot of cloth. He said he had experience in making clothes, so he would do everything from making patterns to designing them for us.

　The other members of the club may be accustomed to this kind of work as well, but the strong men gathered together to do the detailed work for each of them.

　This must have been the result of daily muscle training.

　And so we too are engaged in that work.

“Excuse me…”

“Oh I’m sorry to interrupt you……………..”

　Then another few minutes later, it was Clarice and Elisa who came in. I’ve already told the two of them what to do and they’ve agreed to it. It was no use if it was all men, so the two of them were asked to join the Amelia support group as well.

　They just wanted to support Amelia, so they both said it would be a good opportunity.

“Oh!　Well done to both of you for coming!”

“Wha…?　Wait, why you’re naked…..!?　I mean, aren’t you all wearing clothes…!”

“…e!?　eh!?”

“Don’t panic, you two. I’m wearing boxer shorts.”

“That doesn’t matter!　You’ve got two girls here, so you better get it right!”

“Mm……..sorry. Director, there seems to be the case!”

　When I tell him this out loud, the head of the department, who is chiming in on his sewing, looks up.

“Hmm?　Yeah, I’m sorry about that. I’m usually dressed like this. Hey, guys, we’ve got a first-year girls here!　Each of you will wear a uniform!”

“Oh!”

　So I asked Clarice and Elisa to step outside for a bit and we put on our uniforms again. Once everyone has done so and resumed their work, I invite them back into the club room.

“I’m sorry, you two. Come on in.”

”Enough!　Watch out for it!”

“Muscles … lots of muscles …”

　Once again, the entire Environmental Research Department, plus Clarice and Elisa, and the Amelia Support Group is now in full swing.

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“Hah … hah … hah … hah … hah …”

“Trainee Amelia. Let’s call it a day.”

“Ra, Ranger!”

　Today was another day of training with Amelia. Currently, the physical strengthening was almost complete, and we have entered the next stage, the week of magic strengthening. This is actually where the true harshness of the Ainsworth-style boot camp begins. Of course, the period of physical strengthening is also quite tough…….but this week of magic strengthening is the toughest.

　That’s mainly because they train thoroughly in the process of processing, even within code theory.

　Currently, various forms of ice work were placed in front of Amelia’s eyes. And when I create the one I specified, it will melt it within a specified time. Of course, blowing them up or otherwise shattering them is out of the question. The process of slowly dissolving it from the inside with heat…….in other words, the process of vibrating the molecules inside and generating heat is built into the code, and then the magic is exercised.

　This was what I originally thought, but Amelia tended to make the process of processing a rough process in her code theory due to her large magic capacity.

　Rather, sorcerers with smaller magic capacity tended to be more careful in their processing processes…….but still, it was because of the large magic capacity that detailed processing was necessary.

　Amelia has made up for it with her ample talents until now…….but that’s no longer the case.

　I would like to gather my own research on the Mage Swordsman Competition, especially the data of the students who would be competing against Amelia, but it’s difficult to narrow down the target because everyone has considerable skill. That’s why a more delicate skill in magic is required from here on out.

“Rehydrate yourself.”

“Oh thank you….”

　Handing over the water bottle, Amelia poured it down her throat in one go, and then poured the rest of it down her head. Perhaps she’s quite feverish, if not out of control in the magic domain. Besides, it’s this weather. The scorching heat of summer is unrelenting and shines down on us.

“What do you think?　Is everything okay?”

“I know how randomly I’ve been doing magic all this time…”‘

“To be honest, Amelia is too messy. It’s fine if it’s at the student level, but the level at the Mage Swordsman Competition is quite high. And the eldest daughter of the Orgren family seems to be quite formidable. This level of skill would be basic.”

“Did you look into Ariane?”

“Oh. Ariane-Olgren. She’s 175cm tall, and more importantly, her reach of her limbs is quite long. This is a considerable advantage in battle. What’s even more notable is the delicacy of her magic. I heard that she could use Holy Grade magic as well. However, in the Mage Swordsman Competition, high speed magic, chain magic and delay magic are important. But the opponent would be aware of that. However, this is information that can be gathered by anyone. Therefore, tomorrow I will infiltrate the Diom Magic Academy.”

　When I tell her that, Amelia’s expression turns a single color of astonishment.

“………Eh!　What, infiltrate…?”

“Yeah. I’m on it. I’m used to this kind of sneaking mission. I’ve been in enemy territory, infiltrated enemy facilities, sabotage, and espionage all over the place, and my mentor has beaten me to it. I’ll make sure you get the best results possible.”

“…Is that okay?”

“Of course. Trust me.”

“That’s not what I meant but I’m going to stop you anyway, so that’s fine, but do I have to do my usual training on my day off tomorrow?”

“Yeah. Just do it on your own. You’re not going to skip work, are you?”

“Of course!　Well good luck with that Ray….”

“I’ll take care of it.”

　I want to do my utmost for Amelia. In order to do that, I’ll only collect the data of the winning candidates who will be competing in the rookie competition of the Magic Swordsman Competition.

　 On the other hand, I could do some sneaking, but that depends on the situation……..

　Then I began to prepare for tomorrow’s mission in various ways.

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Episode 35: Insight

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Night. I and Evi had a light chat before we went to bed.

“Ray, are you okay?”

“Hmm?　What are you talking about?”

“You’re on the management committee and you’ve been training Amelia, right?”

“Yeah.”

“Isn’t it hard?”

“Well maybe it’s relatively hard. Honestly, I don’t have much free time. I haven’t had much time to read. I do at least some muscle training, though.”

“Right. You’ re back in the room too late these days. Is there anything I can do to help?”

“…hmmm. No, I’m good. I’ll be able to count on you to help me out if I ever need anything else.”

“Oh!　I’ll take care of it then!”

　We talk about it in our own room and we lie in bed. Then we turn off the lights and a pitch-black space dominates the room. But it’s a clear night today, and the moonlight is shining through pleasantly.

　Thinking back, this is the first time I’ve lived my life as a student… but I’ve been feeling rather fulfilled lately. The work as a management committee member is what is called a chore, but I didn’t feel bad about it. It was a strange feeling to not use magic to help someone else, but it was still a definite sense of fulfillment.

　Besides, if the training sessions with Amelia could also help her, it made me happy. I know she has something on her mind. But I also know that she’s not sure whether or not to confide in me about it.

　Amelia-Rose is considered to be a perfect human being, good-looking, smart and charismatic. But in fact, she sometimes escapes training with me, laughs a lot, and whines a lot.

　For me, I have the impression that they are just good friends.

　The other day’s training…

“Hey!　Amelia!　One more!　One more!　It’s all right!　You can do it!　Go!　Hurry, Hurry, Hurry!”

“Hmmmmm!　I can’t, I can’t, I can’t.”

“You can do it!　Amelia can do it!　Hey, come on, come on, come on, come on!”

“Nnyaahhhhhh!”

　Physical Strengthening Week.

　Amelia is tasked with a modified version of Ainsworth-style boot camp, but at this time she was working out her entire body in a full-body workout. Every day she would change parts of her body and push it to its limits by training her muscles in different parts of the body. It is done so thoroughly that even the military would run away from it.

　Amelia whines and runs away, but she still makes an effort to follow me to the end. That’s why I want to repay her for that.

“It’s okay, Amelia.”

“Oh I guess I’m done for the day!　Yes!”

“No, you’re done with abs. Let’s move on to the legs. Well, break time’s over. Let’s go!　Trainee Amelia!”

“I hate it already!”

‘I told you the response was “Ranger”!”

“RENJAAHHHHH!”

─ ─ This kind of exchange was an everyday occurrence.

　It’s not that I want to hurt Amelia either, but if you want to obtain the power, you’ll have to pay a certain price. It’s not possible to gain something big easily.

　But Amelia will be able to do it.

　That’s what I believe. We’ve only known each other for a short time. I’m not even sure I understand her completely. And yet………I had complete faith in Amelia. I don’t have any proof, but my gut feeling as a friend…….no, I genuinely think Amelia is wonderful as a person. That’s probably why I want to believe in her.

　And she would make it to the top of the Magic Swordsman’s Competition, I thought, and I let myself fall asleep. 

　◇

　The semester was already coming to an end, and now the testing period was coming closer than ever. Of course, in the meantime, the school’s qualifying rounds for the Magic Swordsman’s Competition would continue to progress, so I was doing my job as an executive.

　In the afternoon, I cleaned up the training grounds with Clarice and checked the environment around us. Then I report the results of the matches held in the presence of the teachers to the headquarters, and I spend my days keeping track of each player’s results. Right now, the students who were going to participate in the rookie competition were almost fixed, and in a few more matches, the contestants for the Magic Swordsman Competition were about to be confirmed.

　Incidentally, this would be the same for the main competition as well. And Rebecca-senpai also seemed to have confirmed her participation in the Magic Swordsman Competition, which made Sera-senpai happy.

　Unlike the rookie competition, only six of the second to fourth year students could remain in the main competition. That would be an uncommonly competitive rate compared to the freshmen. A single loss could have quite a bit of repercussions later on. In such a situation, Rebecca senior, who has already been selected to participate in the tournament, is probably not the champion of last year’s tournament.

“Hm?　What’s that?”

　I had one test today, in the morning, and I was free until the afternoon hours, so I was going to study in the library… just there, Elisa and Clarice were there. It’s a shared space near the entrance of the library, where private conversation is allowed.

　Private conversation is strictly forbidden in the space further back and I was thinking of going there, but if your friend is there, it’s a different story.

“May I interrupt you?”

“Ah………Ray-kun……..”

“Hmm?　Oh, Ray. It’s fine.”

“Well, excuse me.”

　The three of us sat down to face each other. Then it seemed that Elisa was teaching Clarice to study.

“Is Clarisse being taught by Elisa?”

“Yeah, but it’s bad?”

“No, it’s not that bad… but you seem strangely impatient.”

“If I don’t get good grades, they’re going to cut my allowance… and my mom’s going to be mad at me…”

“I see. That’s earnest.”

“Ray seems oddly comfortable…”

　Clarice stares at me with her bright red eyes. Her beautiful twin-tails, which are always quimsy, feel a little droopy, and her skin feels a little rough, as do her bright red eyes. I wonder if she hasn’t slept much, if I can guess.

　And her trademark twin-tails were slouching, so I immediately noticed something wrong.

“You haven’t been sleeping?”

“Well I can’t just sit back and do nothing!　Damn, I know Elisa is smart…….but why is this brainiac so smart too!”

　This is a terrible thing to say.

　By the way, I didn’t have much to study anymore. The content of the lessons in this semester was reviewed accordingly, and originally the master has beaten the things related to study into me. So apart from that, it wasn’t hard at all to get into the habit of studying at the institute again.

　Probably, I’ve almost finished the test this time, but I’m proud to say that I did well enough that there will be a few subjects with perfect scores…….

“Was Elisa being driven around?”

“Umm … well … Clarice-chan came to me suddenly and asked me to help her study … So I”m helping her.”

“I see. Is Elisa good at her studies?”

“Yeah it’s almost over and so is Ray-kun, right?”

“Yeah.”

“Awwww!　How can you guys be so relaxed!”

” You have to work hard. Clarice, you haven’t done a good job of reviewing.”

“Ugh…..”

“It’s true that there are rare people who are geniuses… who can remember and understand everything just by taking one class, but that’s usually impossible.” “That’s why the only way to do it is to build on it steadily.”

“G………I can’t even gag…….”

“I have work to do this afternoon as a management committee member again. You can hang in there until then.”

“Ohhhh!　Enough!　I shouldn’t have been on the management committee, oh no!”

　Clarice screams, scratching her head. She’s probably very desperate. Her usual cute twin-tails are shaggy.

“Already. It’s no good. Clarice-chan……..your hair is getting so shaggy…….!　Jeez!　I’ll fix it for you!”

“I’m sorry, Elisa.”

” Instead of sorry, perhaps a thank you…?

“Oh, thank you!　Hey, is this good!?”

“…Yeah!”

　Elisa stands up and undoes the twin-tail once, combing it back in and tying up her long blonde hair again. I guess she’s used to it, but it soon becomes a divine twin-tail as usual.

　Hmm……..I see. That’s helpful……..

　And while looking at the scene from another perspective, Clarice sighs.

“Huh……..If I wasn’t a management committee member, I could have learned more…….”

“For my part, I’m glad I met Clarice. I’m a little sad to hear that.”

“No….no, I don’t mean that!　Don’t get me wrong!”

　With a pout, Clarice turned her face to the notebook as it was and ran a scrawny pen over it.

“Elisa, did I say something wrong?”

“Hmm. Well, you’re always like that, Ray-kun… but I think it’s okay… yeah… …”

“Is that so?”

“Yeah….I think you’re fine as you are, Ray-kun…”

“Yeah. It’s a relief to hear that. Speaking of which, is Elisa coming to watch the Magic Swordsman Competition?”

“…of course!”

　I felt like she was leaning much closer to me and her cheeks were strangely red, too. Normally we maintain a certain distance between us, but this time we are very close. That’s how special it is.

　Besides, this is the first time I’ve seen Elisa so excited……..

“Ji……..Actually, I spectate the Magic Swordsman Competition every year!”

“Oh. Really?”

“Yes!　So this year, Amelia is going to be there and I want to support her!　I thought!　Famous players have their own cheering squad… and it’s a hell of a lot of fun!”

“Oh that’s great. I’ve got some work to do as a management, but I’ll look forward to it too.”

“Mm-hm!　That’s good…!”

“We’ll watch the game together when you’re free. All of us, of course.”

“….Uh-uh!　Watching the game with your friends will be fun, I’m sure!”

　Elisa still seemed to be excited and remained quite excited. Clarice, on the other hand, was mumbling and studying hard, as if her concentration was breaking through the limit.

　But, hmm……..I see.

　I suddenly got an insight──!

　So I immediately put that insight into action.

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Episode 34: You can do it!

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—Amelia’s PoV—

　Today, as usual, I wake up before the alarm clock goes off.

“Ugh … um … sleepy … yi …”

　To be honest, I don’t have a very strong morning. Yet I’m forced to wake up at 4:30 AM. Because … Ray’s training is still going on.

　It was too tough, and the one time I ran away to skip training at lunchtime…..After that, I was normally secured, preached to, and had to do twice as much menu work….　

　I don’t want to have to go through that again, so I do my best to get up for the day.

　The meeting time is five o’clock at the school gate. By the way, the sound of the whistles and clanging of the metal can no longer be heard. According to the head of the girls’ dormitory, he got scolded or something…. But that was really bad for me and I’m glad it’s gone.

　Then, after putting on a minimal amount of grooming and brushing my teeth quickly, I changed into light clothes and went outside as is.

“……..Phew.”

　I take a breath.

　The sun was already rising and the birds were chirping. Summer was coming, I thought, but I hated it.

　But I don’t like summer. Because summer is the time of year when all the aristocratic parties are held. Even though it’s summer vacation, I don’t feel like taking a break at all.

　But since I came to this academy, I’ve felt a little differently.

　At first, I thought that I would solidify my surroundings with my noble friends just like the previous school…….but for some reason I didn’t do that. The next thing I knew, I found myself with Ray and the others. That group, composed of him and others, was so dazzling to me.

　Normally, I wouldn’t try to join them there.

　I would just envy them and watch them from the outside. I would just stare softly at them from inside the cage…….but for some reason I am with them now.

　Like Ray, Evi is a nice guy (great muscles) and Elisa is super cute (fluffy and cute). She has big boobs and I’d love to take a bath with her someday. Of course, a swimsuit would be acceptable!

　And Clarice has been with me a lot lately, and she’s super cute in her funny, twinkly but sometimes delirious face (cute twin-tailed).

　And this is how I feel like I’m having an uncharacteristically fulfilling student life.

　I’ve always hated school.

　Because there is no place for me there.

　Because there is something there that isn’t me, called Rose-sama.

　But now……..I’m still anxious, I’m still lost, I’m still frustrated……but I feel like I’m just a little bit fuller. It’s the first time I feel like I have a friend that I can truly and truly trust.

“……..Am I changing as well?”

　I mutter to myself, what a mutter.

　I want to change. I want to get out of the cage. I want to flap my wings in the free sky.

　It’s with this in mind that I am now receiving training from Ray. I wanted to know the secret of his strength. And I wanted to grow and develop myself to a higher level. That I could never grow by bloodline alone, but by acquired effort.

　I wanted to feel that I could live as Amelia.

　So today, I move on.

　◇

“…Enough fore action. Isn’t that wonderful, Trainee Amelia?”

“Ha. Thank you very much, sir.”

　And then I salute him.

　I’ve come this far and I’m desperate. With that in mind, I’m going to try to convince myself that I’m a fully trained soldier and do something disguised as role-playing.

　I know there are already rumors about it.

　The eldest daughter of that Rose family is distracted or something. They say she would never ask a commoner to help her learn, and various other rumors are spreading.

　Not that I’m mad about it. I just want to live my life the way I want to live it. That’s why I don’t care about what’s going on in the world at the moment.

　And what made me a little happy was that Ray’s opinion of me was changing.

“Hey, did you hear that?”

“Is this about that?”

“Oh, what is it, that a commoner is teaching that Amelia-Rose…”

“Isn’t it the other way around?”

“But there have been a lot of sightings. I’ve seen one myself.”

“Does that mean he’s a great guy?　I’ve heard he’ s pretty good at the actual battle. Maybe they’re right.”

“Oh. Maybe that guy just does it better than I thought.”

　It was only recently that I heard about such conversations.

　Ray doesn’t really care about rumors, but I don’t want to hear about my friends being made fun of either. So I was happy to see that such rumors were changing for the better. I don’t hear the withered wizard wizard on campus anymore.

　He certainly can’t use magic well in his current state. But while there are things he can’t do, there are things he can. It was kind of nice to be able to get a fair assessment of that, as if it were his own… but still, there was also a sense of envy.

　He’s seen as Ray-White.

　He’s not like my kind of bloodline.

　I reached out to him in such a dazzling way, and I’ve come so far…….

　Well I’m really struggling right now. No……….really……..

“Alright then……..let’s take a roll call. The number──!”

“I… ..!!”

“Hmm. Everybody’s here.

　Yup. I don’t know how it’s possible to be alone with all of them, but I’ve gotten used to it.

　It’s like a formality, too. Besides, this formality is unexpectedly important, and I feel strangely uplifted when it starts with a loud roll call like this.

　I may be surprisingly addicted to it. I’m going to train like this with him.

　I really hate sore muscles, but…..

“Then let’s go on our usual course!”

“Ranger!”

　So I’m going to do the 20km course again today.

　◇

“…phew.”

　I’m back at the academy. It’s no surprise that Ray isn’t always out of breath at all, but I feel like I’m also feeling a little better. I used to feel like it was the end of the world after it was over, but now it was getting a little easier…I felt like it was.

“Amelia. You seem to be gaining quite a bit of strength.”

　And now that the morning’s training is over, Ray talks to me normally.

“Right. I’m surprised at myself…”

“No, you’ve always worked hard. And it’s nowhere near as noticeable as it is now.”

“I hope you’re right…”

“Well, the Magic Swordsman Competition is less than a month away.”

“Right. We have less than a month to go…”

“It’s time to make the switch.”

“What?”

“We’ll be training in physical strengthening at the same time, but it’s time to start training in regards to magic. But you have followed me well so far. I honestly admire you.”

“Yes I’m sick of training for a while, you know.”

“And you got away once. In fact, I was expecting a higher number of escapes.”

　When Ray smirks at me and laughs, I laugh back at him in response.

“Hmmm … yeah. That was, well I was wondering what would happen if I ran away for a bit.”

“It’s a nostalgic memory but it’s time for you to start your magical training. From now on, you’ll be strengthening your physical body and magic, and once you’ve reached a certain level, you’ll be given a graduation exam to complete your studies. So, how’s your sorcery?”

“Sorcery…”

“Does Amelia have any sorcery that she is good at?”

” A specialty in sorcery…”

　I’m not quite sure what I’m good at when I’m told that I’m good at magic. That’s because, since I’m a member of the Rose family, the leader of the three major aristocracies, I had a tutor from my childhood, and I learned everything I could about sorcery.

　For that reason, I don’t have any particular weaknesses, but I don’t think I have anything that is outstanding……..

“I’m not sure. No, maybe I just don’t realize it, but……..I don’t have my own perception of being good at this…….”

“Yeah, well you don’t know that.”

“What do you mean?”

“I believe you have an aptitude for fire magic, in my opinion. From what I’ve seen in your classes so far.”

“Is that so?”

”Ah. But……..if you really want to master the fire attribute, I guess…….acceleration will be important.”

“Acceleration?”

“Roughly, but you know that temperature is determined by molecular vibrations, right?”

“Well it’s only common sense, but…”

“I’ve also built deceleration into the code when I use the Ice Blade. Just learning this will expand the scope of your sorcery. Being able to incorporate a more detailed code is an absolute advantage. That’s why I want Amelia to learn acceleration.”

“… acceleration,hmm”

“Oh. Then your fire-attribute sorcery will improve by leaps and bounds. In fact, our academy director, Abby-Garnett, who is a scorching magician, because the essence of Abby-Garnett is in acceleration. I’m not asking you to do the same thing, but that’s what you should be aiming for in this short period of time. Plus, being able to incorporate more processes in the process of processing code theory is an absolute advantage as a sorcerer. If it’s for the future, there’s no harm in working on it here. Besides, Amelia has a large capacity. I’m sure You can do it.”

“…I see. Well then I’ll have to try my best!”

“Oh!　That’s the spirit!”

　To be clear, I’ll put the logical issues on the side for later… right now I just wanted to move on.

　Up until now, I had just done what was imposed on me without a care in the world.   But thanks to my talent, I was able to do everything with dexterity.

　When I did that, people would praise me. They would compliment me.

　I was happy when I was little. But as I grew up, it became less and less. No one would be harsh with me.

　They just complimented me as if it were a normal thing to do.

　But Ray was different. He had no mercy on me. I could tell that he was seriously dealing with my feelings.

　I haven’t yet revealed my true feelings…….but will there come a time when I will be able to talk to everyone like him…….or not?

　While thinking about this future, I continue on with my life today.

　Together with my dear friends.

　◇

“Oh, and by the way, do you think training in sorcery is easier than physical enhancement?

“Eh … is it different?”

　Eh … is it different?

　My voice and my inner heart match. I was actually shaking with joy at finally being free of this harshness. I would be able to get rid of that muscle ache now…or so I thought.

“When it comes to the severity of training, sorcery is tougher. It’s not physical, it’s the brain that’s overworked. Well, I’ll keep a safety margin, but don’t expect it to be easy. I’ve actually been through this Ainsworth-style boot camp myself, and the sorcery was harder.

“….I think I have a stomach ache. I’m not feeling well today, so maybe I can’t.”

　I backed away a little bit and I tried to run out of there… but Ray’s hand was firmly reaching out to my right.

“Mm. I won’t allow you to escape anymore. Well, Trainee Amelia!　Let’s move on to witchcraft training!　Follow me!”

“Ugh, oooohhhh!　Even harsher than this, impossible!”

“The response has to be Ranger!”

“RENGAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!”

　After all, it seemed that there was no time for my mind to rest during this training……..

　Tohoho………

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Episode 33: The Beginning of Progress and Escape

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Early the next morning after I started training with Amelia.

　I was on my way to her room. The women’s dormitory is forbidden to boys. It’s not an open prohibition, but a tacit understanding…or so it seems.

　Of course, the men’s dormitory is also women’s restricted.

　However, there are still people who meet each other through the eyes of others.

　I’d heard rumors about this, so I would normally invade the women’s dormitory from the front. Since it exists relatively close to the boys’ dormitory, I quickly reach the girls’ dormitory and head to Amelia’s room. I’ve already figured out Amelia’s room through my own investigation (I asked Elisa).

　By the way, it seems that Amelia has a one-person room. She said that it’s like that because she’s one of the three great nobles, but for once it’s just fine.

“Trainee Amelia!　Wake-up time!　You have one minute to get ready!”

　Piiiiiiiiiii, whistle, and even more so, the bottom of the frying pan in my left hand with the ladle I’m holding in my right hand, Kang Kang Kang!　And keep ringing.

　This metallic sound and whistle sound actually works quite well.

　In fact, when we were working on Ainsworth-style boot camps, the sound was so traumatic for everyone. Of course, I was one of them. However, after a while, it’s a strange thing with humans to be able to wake up with a reflex.

“Umm….no….it’s only five o’clock…but…?”

“What are you talking about?　I told you the response should be Ranger!”

“U…hmmm…hmmm…?　Well, the…?　Eh…?”

　Amelia came out, rubbing her eyes, holding a small stuffed bear and wearing a cute pair of pajamas with stars scattered everywhere. By the way, the nightcap on her head was also matching her pajamas.

　Normally, it would be polite to compliment her on her loveliness.

“Amelia. That stuffed bear is cute. And those pajamas are very cute, as well. I especially like the nightcap.”

　I’m tempted to say that.

　But I’m an instructor and Amelia is a trainee.

　That’s what it means to be strong. I need to immerse myself in hard training, and I need to face myself. That’s why I……..needed to be ruthless because she’s my dear friend.

“What the hell are you doing!　Hurry up!”

“…　Re, Ranger!”

　Perhaps understanding the situation, Amelia quickly returns to her room and begins to change clothes with a flurry. 

“You’re……..late.”

“Cause I wasn’t told you were going to be doing this early in the morning and…”

‘I told you the response was Ranger!”

“Re, Ranger!”

“Well. Let’s just do a quick 20-kilometer run in the morning. You’ll be fine. I’ll be running alongside you as a pacemaker. Let’s go, then!”

“Re, Rang…..”

“You’re losing momentum!”

“Ranger!!”

　So today, we continued our training.

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When I came back to the dormitory after that, I was caught by the head of the women’s dormitory, Sera-senpai, who took me into the counseling room.

　I was impressed that she had a lot of things on her mind when she came banging on the desk to question me.

” So what are you doing?　What about that odd behavior?”

” Odd behavior, eh?”

“Yes. Not only did you break into the girls’ dormitory with an open mind, but you’re also making metallic noises and whistles…that’s a big deal!

”Mm……..It’s true that I didn’t pay enough attention to the surroundings. I’m going to go around this evening to apologize to all the students in the girls’ dormitory.”

“Well your sincerity is good, but don’t do it in the future.”

“The Ainsworth method of waking up?”

“I don’t care what it’s called!　In the meantime, stop going into the girls’ dorms!　Just in case it’s an unspoken no-no!”

“But is it okay to meet in secret…?”

“It’s well … it’s a tradition. Besides, it’s important not to bother the people around you. From now on, if you want to do anything, just meet up outside the dormitory.”

”…..Well that’s true. It seems that I didn’t pay enough attention to this one thing. I’m sorry.”

　I bow my head deeply.

Apparently, having decided to imitate my master, I’ve gone a little out of control. This isn’t an army, this is a magic academy where students live and study. It would be my fault for not being completely considerate.

“Be……..I hope you understand otherwise!”

” Yes. I will use a different approach to handle Amelia in the future.”

“Hmm. You’re taking care of her. It’s strange to see you as the coach of the three noblemen for so many reasons…”

“Well yes. She said she wanted strength.”

“Well, the Magic Swordsman Competition is special.  Also, this upcoming holiday, why don’t we go buy some new flowers?”

“Mmm….holiday….”

　I’ve become friends with Sera-senpai, going out on holidays. We talk surprisingly well together, and she’s been a big help to me in many ways, but I’m an instructor now. I guess we should focus on Training Cadet Amelia here.

“I’m sorry … there’s a lot going on until the end of the Mage Swordsman Competition …” –

 “I know you’re on the steering committee and you’re busy…

“But during the summer holidays, there’s plenty of time for that. How about then?”

“…hmm. Well, time will tell. But give me some time, okay?　You’re the first male member of the horticulture club, so you’ll be learning a lot.”

“Roger that.”

　I bowed again at the end and I parted with Sera-senpai.

　Now I could plan to go bug hunting with Clarice and go shopping for flowers with Sera-senpai for the summer holidays.

　Hmmm … isn’t this just like a student?　

　Hahaha!

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“Mm, whos’ that?”

　Lunch break. Today we didn’t gather in the school cafeteria because everyone just had to run an errand.

　By the way, since the trainee Amelia is trying to escape (she left while glancing at me at the end of the morning class), I plan to secure her later.

　As such, I bought lunch at the purchase and came to the rooftop to have a meal once in a while…….but just there…….Mr. Allium was standing there alone, staring at the sky.

”………”

　There was nothing to ignore. He might have some thoughts, but I decided to take the initiative and talk to him.

“Hi. Hello, Mr. Allium. Nice day, isn’t it? Not a cloud in the sky today.”

“It’s you.”

“Are you alone?　Usually you seemed to be with your friends…”

“Sometimes you need to be alone.”

“Right. Well, that’s true too.”

　Standing next to him, I started my own meal.

　Then he glanced at me and bowed his head to me. It was a deep one, and I knew immediately that he really did feel sorry.

“I’m … sorry.”

“Is this about that incident?”

” Ah. Even though the teacher said a lot of things to me, I did a terrible thing. It’s not something I can just apologize for but I’m really sorry.”

“I accept your apology. I was a bit unpopular at times, too. It’s mutual, Mr. Allium.”

“…call me Albert. You may call me by my name.”

“Then I’m okay with Ray.”

“Okay…..”

　Silence again. He had witnessed my abilities, and besides, I had told him that I was the Ice Blade Magician after that debacle. It had been a long time since I’d seen him since I’d promised to keep quiet about it then.

“Hey, aren’t you going to compete, Ray?”

” In the Magic Swordsman Competition?”

“Oh … you could…”

“As I told you, I can’t do it. My magic domain overheating, you know?”

“yeah that’s that…So, even you haven’t reached the top of the world?　The truth of sorcery…”

“Yeah. I’m still developing. And so are the other seven great magicians. Even the highest level of magicians does not necessarily mean that they have a complete grasp and understanding of magic. It’s only in the framework of being human.”

“…Hey, what am I supposed to do?　Up until now, this noble bloodline was all that mattered to me. But………in reality it wasn’t. I was just conceited in this small world of nobility… a fool…”

　Was that what he was thinking about?

　I knew he was thinking about something as he fought his way through the intramural qualifiers. I could see that he wasn’t conceited like he had been, but rather just determined to move forward in a steady manner. That’s probably why he was able to fight well in the match against Amelia.

　But Albert still has a lot of doubts.

　Therefore, I…..I’ll tell him what I think.

“Albert. You will become stronger. Stronger than you are now. If you recognize that fact and face yourself, you can go further.”

“…Are you sure about that?”

“Yeah. I’ll vouch for you. The Magic Swordsman Competition has been confirmed as well, right?　You can make it.”

“Well I guess I’ll just have to start all over again.”

“Right. This academy is a place where you can start over again and again. This is because this is not a battlefield where the slightest wound can cost you your dignity or even your life. That’s why I’m rooting for Albert as well.”

“…I see. No, you’re that kind of guy.”

　With that, he throws a carton of milk at me and leaves the rooftop without further ado.

“Is this good?”

“Yeah. I don’t need it. Just a little thank you.”

“Okay. I’ll take it.”

　He is not yet completely looking forward.

　His mind is wandering.

　But I’m sure he will continue to move forward, struggling and progressing just like me.

　And so I spend this time alone, looking up at this clear sky.

　But I still have things to do… so after a quick lunch, I went out to secure Amelia as soon as possible.

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“Hmm….”

　It’s inefficient to search through this crowded school compound searching for traces of Amelia with an empty stomach.

　That’s why I……………………………………..release a bit of my abilities.

　When I followed Amelia’s prima materia that I remembered, I arrived at an empty classroom at the far end of the school building.

　When I opened the door with a rattle, I found Amelia quietly having lunch at the back.

“‘H-……..How did you find me here!　No matter how much it’s too soon!!?”

“I used my abilities a little.”

“What…?　You’re going that far!”

“It’s the instructor’s duty to secure the escaped trainee.”

“Ah ha ha no, I didn’t mean to run away, did I?　I just want to have lunch by myself…”

“The answer must be Ranger!　Now, I’m going to add a penalty for escaping today. Your muscles will be sore tomorrow, but good luck with that.”

“No, no!　Ughhhhhh!”

　I quickly close the distance and hold onto her hand tightly as Amelia tries to escape through the back door of the classroom.

“Ah……..”

“Well, let’s go, shall we? I won’t let go of this hand until we get to the training grounds.”

“No, it’s just… it’s embarrassing, but…”

　When I looked closely, I saw that Amelia’s face was red. But if I let go of her hand, she would try to escape again. It might be conspicuous, but I have no choice but to let her go.

“Be patient. Then let’s go, Trainee Amelia!　Hurry up!!”

“Ughhhhhhhh!!”

“How many times do I have to tell you that the response is Ranger!!”

“RE, RANGAERRRR!!”

　So, with Amelia’s reluctant hand in hand, we headed for the training ground.

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Episode 32: The Training Begins

Here comes the training Arc.

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—Ray’s PoV—–

Since then, the school’s qualifying rounds went smoothly, and some students who had already been confirmed to participate in the Magic Swordsman Competition began to appear.

　Among them, of course, was Amelia.

　So far, she had won all the matches.

　Most of her matches were less than a minute long. The only fight against Mr Allium had taken about five minutes, but she still grabbed the victory with ease.

　Even if she didn’t compete in the rest of the fights, Amelia’s participation in the Mage Swordsman Competition was confirmed. But I still had concerns.

　Amelia might be…..feeling impatient.

　Impatience. No, it could be something else……..but she’s fighting while having that feeling. What is one’s strength, how on earth can I become even stronger………………….It seemed that she was fighting while holding such questions.

　Then………there is something I can do as a friend.

　I can just say it’s none of my business, but I decided to at least try to talk to her and I was waiting for Amelia.

“…Ray, what’s the matter?　Got something to do here.”

　Amelia won this game as usual and was ready to pull up immediately. I was waiting for her in front of the passage leading to the waiting room.

　Folding my arms and leaning against the wall I look at Amelia with a sideways glance.

“Congratulations. Looks like you won this time, too.”

“Yes. I’ve already decided to participate in the Mage Swordsman Competition, and I can’t afford to skimp.”

“But somehow … it doesn’t feel right. You’ re feeling impatient. Do you think you can keep going or is this the right path for you……..?”

“…ah”

　She gasped.

　The way she looked at me was enough to tell me that my point was approximately correct.

“……Do you want to be strong?”

　I said those words.

　Then, what appeared in front of me … wasn’t the usual Amelia.

　She had something inside her heart, just like me. It was easy to understand that. And I knew that what she was looking for … was strength.

“……..The rookie competition at the Mage Swordsman Competition, I’m sure the eldest daughter of the Olguren family of the three great noble families will appear. And she’s……..stronger than me…….”

“I see… so that’s why you were impatient…”

“… yeah.”

　She’d a sharp look.

　It’s so sharp that if it weren’t for me, I’d be terrified. It wasn’t the usual expression on her face. And I could somehow understand that the answer was not all about her.

　Amelia-Rose is the eldest daughter of the Rose family, the first of the three major noble families, and she is an honorable being in both personality and magic. …I heard that’s what she’s described as…….but I’m sure we don’t know that yet. What is hidden deep within her heart?

　But I’m going to wait for her to reveal it. It’s not something I can pry out of her. And that’s why I can be of help when it comes to strength.

”Well there’s less than a month left until the rookie competition in the Mage Swordsman Competition, but I can coach you.”

“Are you sure?　Because you’re….”

“That’s fine. I don’t need to release my abilities if I’m just teaching. Besides, I owe this to my master.”

“…What’s that?”

“It’s an Ainsworth-style boot camp menu. I’ve built the foundation of my current capabilities through this.”

“…your origin, you mean?”

“Yes.”

“…you’re going to teach me that?”

“Oh. But this is the Shura Way. Even among the adults, this is a grueling training that even those mighty soldiers would run away from.”

“But Ray got over it, didn’t he?”

“I already completed this at a very young age.”

“I’ll do it.”

“Well that’s a good spirit. Then follow me, Amelia. It’s going to be a tough road from here on out. But if you can overcome it, you will become stronger. More than you are now.”

“Okay.”

　Amelia’s mood was as tense as ever. But I could understand that she had a strong craving for something. Then let me help you.

　If my friend was in trouble, I would help her. It’s a natural thing to do.

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—-Amelia’s PoV—-

　Vain.

　Is there any meaning to this victory?

　I just plainly repeated the process that I couldn’t even call this match.

　They all stare in awe at me before they fight.

　Even though they were willing to fight it was clear that they had already admitted defeat before they fought.

　Frightened, terrified, impatient, I know it’s in my hands.

　But, of course, I won’t cut corners either. I just kept on going, ruthlessly, victory upon victory.

　And so I had already decided to participate in the Mage Swordsman Competition. Along the way, Albert-Alium , who had fought with and seen Ray’s fight, had trained himself and was more skilled than before, but…….he still was defeated without much difficulty.

　　Probably it will end up being a total win.

　It was only natural. If you were the eldest daughter of the Rose family, it was natural. Ever since I was a child, I’ve been told that. That the Rose family is the family that stands at the top of the sorcerer’s ladder.

　So I should always be at the top of that pinnacle with room to spare, they said.

　It’s fine to focus on the bloodline.

　But I wanted to say it.

　Are there any of the Seven Great Sorcerers among the nobility today?

　And.

　I’ve got the answer. The seven great sorcerers are not among the three great aristocracies, or any of the big ones for that matter. If they were, they would make a high public display of it.

　That the blood of the nobles is precious and the pinnacle of all sorcerers.

　But few of the current seven great sorcerers are open about their identities. I’ve never heard of a nobleman occupying that position, even in rumors. What is the pride of a nobleman if he can’t even stand at the top of that list?

　I wanted to spit that out.

“Amelia. You’re excellent. I’m looking forward to this Mage Swordsman Competition.”

“Yes. Father.”

　I was called into my father’s study to report that I had been selected to compete in the Mage Swordsman Competition. But there was no praise. Just as if to say that’s normal, my father tells me matter-of-factly.

“Speaking of which……..it seems that Amelia had a lot of losses to Miss Ariane of the Olgren family in the actual competition, but…….”

“At this year’s Magica Swordsman’s Tournament, I’m going to be the one to lead this time.”

“That’s the spirit. Don’t be defeated. You are the eldest daughter of the House of Roses, the greatest of the three Houses. And you should know that.”

“…Yes, Father.”

Ariane-Olgren.

　One of the three great noble families is the eldest daughter of the Orgren family. She, like me, also carries the weight of the three great noble families. But … there is one thing that is decidedly different. Ariane feels proud of it and turns that into her power.

　You could describe her as unattended, but to me, she seems like a bird flying free in the sky.

　Yet I am a bird in a cage. I’ll never get out of this cage. A poor bird.

　So today, too, I’m going to put my mask on and – in this cage of aristocracy – I’m going to crouch.

　As a fool…

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“…Ray, what’s the matter?　Got something to do here.”

　Just as the match was over, I was walking down the hallway back to my dormitory and there he was.

　Ray-White.

　He is from a civilian background, and although he is derisively called a withered wizard on the school…….he doesn’t care about that at all.

　He has slightly bluish black hair and a neat face. The fact is, that neutral-looking face mask is popular even among the female students. He’ s also 180cm tall and has a slender body, but there are rumors that he is actually amazing when he takes off his clothes.

　At first, he was shunned for being a civilian, but his personality and the fact that he’s a sorcerer with a great deal of real-world experience has gradually earned him the respect he deserves. But what people around him think of him is the perception that he is a good sorcerer for a common man.

　But……..he wasn’t just an ordinary person.

　That’s right. Ray is the one who is claimed to be the strongest in melee combat among the seven great magicians…….

　He was the “Ice Blade Magician”.

　I saw that ability clearly with my own eyes. A non-standard sorcerer who possessed the unrestrained Bingsword and an impossible magic that completely nullified magic. His strength was so overwhelming that it was understandable why he was touted as the strongest in melee combat…….no, it was so overwhelming that one would think that there was no mage stronger than him.

　He was one of those free people, too. 

　Talking to him now was a little painful.

　The only reason for this is because it seems to me that I am being confronted with my own inadequacies.

”Congratulations. Looks like you won again this time.

”Yes. I’ve already decided to participate in the Magic Swordsman Competition, and I can’t afford to skimp.

“But … it doesn’t feel right. You’ re feeling impatient. Do you think you can keep going or is this the right path for you……..?”

“…ch”

Although he wasn’t able to see through all of it – he was mostly right.

　I feel impatient. Can I really win the Magic Swordsman Competition? Can I win against the, Ariane = Orgren? I was just so anxious and worried about that.

　So I tried to hide it in the fight, and I kept fighting… but kudos to him.

　I guess Ray could easily see how upset I was.

”……..Do you want to be strong?”

When I heard those words, I was a little lost.

　Do I want to be strong?　However, as I continued to wander, there was no choice but to go on.

　I believed that my true self was beyond the strength.

　I believed that the day would come when I would get out of this cage.

　I accepted Ray’s proposal.

　◇

“Well, Amelia.”

“What are you up to?”

　I thought we were going to the training grounds, and for some reason we were standing at the school gates. And somehow Ray was wearing a khaki-colored outfit with burnished pockets, although it wasn’t a military uniform. No………maybe it’s a military training outfit…….

　And he also wears a whistle around his neck. Furthermore, he even has a backpack next to it.

　What in the world is he going to do with it…?

“You’re going to go to Ainsworth-style boot camp. But this is too grueling. As I think I’ve said, even a military man would be reduced to nothing more than a helpless man in front of this. Would you still do it?”

I’ ll do it. I’ll do it.”

　I didn’t hesitate.

　I just didn’t want to stop.

　So if he was willing to help me I would accept it.

　Ray has always been serious, companionable, and a valued friend. If he was willing to help me, there was no reason for me to refuse him.

“Well Amelia. I’m an instructor from here on out. And you’re going to be a trainee. The response is Ranger. Is that clear?”

“What…?　What does that mean…?”

“I told you the answer was rangers!　Trainee Amelia!”

“….eh?”

　His atmosphere changed completely.

　His face was really sharp like a soldier’s, and it was very different from his normal face.

　Eh?　Huh?　

　What the hell is going on…?

　I think, but he is relentless with his words.

“What about your reply!!”

“Re, Ranger!

“Good. Now, we’ll start off by going around the perimeter into the Kafka forest and then back here. It’s going to be a light twenty kilometres or so of running, but don’t use the strengthening magic, okay?　You got that, Trainee Amelia?”

“…and 20 kilos without strengthening?”

“I told you the response was Ranger!”

“…the RANGER!!”

　So, without understanding the reason, I ran out of the academy with him.

“ha…….ha…….ha………dangerous…..I’m going….to die”

 ” Trainee Amelia, hydrate.

　When I came back after just finishing the 20km run, Ray handed me a water bottle in a swoop. I wondered why he was carrying a backpack on his back, but I was a little impressed with how prepared he was for a lot of things….

　But why is he running with it on his back and not nearly out of breath……………..with no signs of using physical strengthening……

”Hmm……..gulp…….gupl…..”

　Delicious. As soon as I realized that water was such a good thing, we moved straight to the exercise area. From there, it was more hell.

“‘Hey!　Come on, come on, come on!　One more!　You can do it, you can do it, you can do it!　Hey, hey, hey!　Come on, Amelia!”

”Hmmmmm~~~~~~~~!!!”

　From that point on, it was muscle training hell. Work that just kept hurting my whole body. Now I had Ray holding my legs and doing three sets of 100 sit-ups. And when I finished the last one, I spread out in a large figure in place.

“Alright that’s it for today.”

‘Ha … ha … ha … ha …’

“Cadet Amelia, salute!　Stand up!”

“Re, Ranger!”

　I stand up with all the energy I can muster, and I salute to Ray.

“Alright, that concludes our training for today.”

“yeah … this makes sense … hah … hah … hah …”

　After the training was over, I decided to ask Ray, whose mood had softened.

　Now he doesn’t seem too scary……..

“Of course. Listen, combat by magic swordsmen is still based on basic physical skills. Many mages try to rely on magic such as body strengthening, but the last thing that matters is how to train the body. I don’t want to sound too gut-wrenching, but it’s important to train your entire body from a psychological standpoint as well. No matter how strong your mind is, it’s meaningless if your body doesn’t follow you. That’s what my master told me when I first started.”

“Well that’s the way it is…”

　It is true that the perspective of physical strengthening is not widespread in the current academy and among the nobility. That’s probably because the main focus is still on magic.

　But he is different. He is a person who has actually stood and fought on the battlefield as a soldier. That’s why he’s a specialist, especially in battle. Without a doubt, that experience has led to my current teaching.

“Well, Amelia. We had a light session today, but we’re going to get serious tomorrow, okay?”

“What..!.?　Now that’s a light session!”

“I told you it was the Ranger in response!”

“Re, Ranger!”

　And so the tough days began………

　I might die……..mainly from muscle pain……..

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