Fireflies

Time swiftly passes by.

The forest expedition lasted for one week and tomorrow is the last day.

I think back on the events that have happened so far as I got into bed.

During this expedition, I’ve fought against monsters that can use multiple types of magic and even Luluna. I think this trip was good for my growth.

“….I can’t sleep.”

For some reason, I just can’t sleep.

I continued to toss and turn in bed.

The rustling of the sheets is the only sound that could be heard in the room.

I’m the only one in the room.

It’s not like I’m being treated special because I’m in the advanced class. Each of the students in the general class has their own room as well.

That’s simply because this building is huge.

“Lute…are you awake….?”

As I was thinking about this, I could hear a voice from outside my door.

That voice…..Luluna?

“I’m awake. Just a minute.”

I turn on the light in my room and open the door.

After opening it I saw Luluna, Tsurugi, and Patricia. The full force of Class A assembled outside my room.

“What’s wrong? At this time of night.”

“If you’re feeling better Lute-dono, we wanted to invite you to see the fireflies with us.”

“Fireflies? Are there fireflies around here?”

“Geroppa!”

I”m not sure if that’s a yes or no, but I’m guessing it’s a yes because of the smile Patricia is showing.

“We heard about it in the bath today and wanted to go together. Ah, of course, if you’re too tired you don’t have to come.”

“I’ll go!”

I answered right away.

Are three beautiful girls inviting me to see the fireflies with them in the middle of the night? What kind of amazing dream is this?

As might be expected, I’m really having trouble keeping a clear head in this situation.

Maybe that’s just because I have trouble saying no to a friend.

Considering I never had any friends, I doubt that’s the reason.

***

I went outside, following behind these three people.

There is a chance of encountering demons here, but it seems the teachers were thorough with their search the other day. If we encounter any demons they will just be ordinary types.

And if it’s the four of us, ordinary demons don’t stand a chance.

This isn’t me being proud. Rather, these are just the facts.

“This is the place!”

Luluna stops.

“Waa….!”

Before my eyes, there were many yellow-green lights dancing in the sky.

The natural lights dancing around are amazing and impossible to describe their beauty. I can’t take my eyes off of them.

The four of us just silently stood there at the amazing sight of the fireflies.

— And that’s why none of us noticed.

There was something else there besides us and the fireflies.

There was a sudden rustling sound that caused me to return to my senses.

From the place that the sound came from, I could see a shadow.

“Wh-Who’s there!?”

I yell out toward the shadow.

Though the shadow appears to be human; there is still a chance it is a demon.

If that’s the case, battle is unavoidable—

“Hello, Class A. It is I”

I heard a clear voice that was very strange for a man.

As far as I know, there’s only one man with a voice like that.

In other words…

“Elgil? Is that you?”

“Yes, it’s me.”

Elgil was standing there.

This guy….I was worried it was a demon and my body went cold.

“It’s rather dark, I doubt you can see my face. Do you need me to introduce myself?”

“No, why would that be necessary? We already know you’re Elgil, right?”

Elgil nods after hearing Luluna’s words.

Ah, it seems like we don’t have to worry about his long self-introduction this time.

“That’s right. It must be an honor to know my name. That’s why I’ll say it once more. I am Elgil, Elgil von Istria — a man that stands atop all other adventurers.”

This guy can’t help but introduce himself. I feel like he has some kind of disease.

In front of Elgil, as his cloak flapped in the wind, three girls stood there in confusion.

“Kerokero–”

No, maybe Patricia is just her usual self. This girl really does things at her own pace.

***

“Elgil-dono, did you come to see the fireflies?”

“Yes. It’s the obligation of a noble.”

“I’ve never heard of such an obligation.”

That’s definitely a lie! Rather than it being an obligation, he just really wanted to see them!

Of course, I didn’t say this out loud when I responded to Elgil.

In response to me, Elgil just laughs and waves his hands at me.

“I’m joking, that’s all. It was a joke. Look at me, Lute-kun.”

Elgil said this and stood right in front of me.

He just looked like his normal, good-looking self.

In fact, due to the light of the fireflies, he looks even more handsome than usual.

“Well, I think I saw it?”

To my answer, Elgil opened both his arms out wide.

“Well, aren’t I shining brilliantly?”

“….Haa?”

Is that really his reason for being here?

“Between the fireflies and I, which one is shining more? That’s why I came here today.”

This guy’s way of thinking is ridiculous.

“Hmm, where is the rest of Class B?”

“They declined to come with. I’m sorry, I thought they’d like to come here as well.”

…..Maybe Elgil isn’t that close to the other members of Class B?

If that’s the case, I’m sorry. At first, I thought he was a bad guy, but now I don’t think so….

I looked at Elgil, feeling a little sad for him.

“Hmm? Why do I feel like you’re looking at me like you pity me?”

“I bet it was painful, Elgil. It’s okay though, I’m here now.”

I clapped my hand on Elgil’s shoulder.

I understand the feeling of not having any friends.

I had my grandpa when I was growing up, but it’s possible Elgil didn’t have anyone like that.

Ah, he’s so pitiful….

“What is this misunderstanding? I’m popular everywhere I go!”

“Eh, is that so? For some reason, I can’t believe that.”

“Lute, you can say some unexpectedly cruel things….There’s no way I wouldn’t be popular. What about you guys? What do you think about me?”

Elgil waved to Luluna.

“You’re amazingly conceited.”

“Geroppa kero”

“Maybe a hot-headed narcissist?”

They didn’t hold anything back.

“I…I will not cry….! I am a strong boy….!”

Elgil trembles and clinches his fist while biting his lip.

I could see something slowly dripping from his eyes.

Luluna sees this and gently tries to talk to Elgil.

“I’m sorry, Elgil. We may have over did it a little. So, please don’t make that face……The stimulation might be a bit much for me….!”

That girl, she looks like she is desperately trying to hold something back as she watches Elgil cry….!

“You are……Luluna-san? You’re kind, thank you.”

“Uee…..that’s not….You’re welcome.”

I’m not sure she’s kind, rather it looks like she’s on the brink of death from trying to suppress her inner S…….Well, it’s probably best not to fix this misunderstanding.

My first friend is something I truly can’t understand.

“Hmm, what’s wrong Lute? Your eyes look distant.”

“No, everyone is just too sharp.”

“Sharp? If you’re talking about how I’m shining, I understand what you mean.”

That’s…not quite what I meant….

Is there a requirement to be strange in order to join the advanced class?

I let out a sigh.

Compared to everyone else, I….

“My character is just too normal.”

When I voiced my grievance, Luluna and the others tried to comfort me.

“What are you worried about, Lute? You’re a very kind person that brought me to the Academy. Even if you’re just a background character, you were my first friend.”

“Yes, thank you, Luluna.”

It hurt a little being called a background character, but I’m happy she cares about me so much.

Then, the other two, Patricia and Tsurugi, called out to me.

“Lute, you’re a funny person kero. Sometimes I don’t even notice you at all, but I’m glad you’re my classmate kero.”

“Lute-dono is a very hard worker! The way you can almost completely erase your presence is amazing! I’d like you to teach me it someday!”

“Thank you, both of you. I’m really happy.”

But, first of all, I don’t have the ability to completely erase my presence.

It’s just like I thought, I’m just too normal….

It can’t be helped, but I can’t deny it’s a little disappointing.

“Wh-what’s wrong, Lute? Are you feeling better?”

Luluna looks at me with an expression mixed with worry and pleasure.

Her face was looking tense and she was starting to sweat. She’s, really trying to fight against her inner S.

And then, we could hear a loud yell from behind us.

The loud, “Uuuuooo!” could be heard clearly. The members of Class A stood there silently.

“That voice! Is it a demon!?”

The only person that still seemed concerned, was Class B’s, Elgil.

“No, it’s something else. Elgil, this voice is…”

“Uuuuooooo!? Hmm? Why are you all here?”

Of course, it was Bagiran.

His voice is as loud as usual. Does he not know it’s nighttime?

“Why are you yelling so much?”

Luluna asks an obvious question.

“If demons were to attack while I’m watching the fireflies, the mood would be ruined. I wanted to lure out any demons by making it clear I was here.”

I’m not sure that entirely answered the question, nor do I completely understand his reasoning.

“It’s unexpected that Sensei likes fireflies kero”

“It’s just something I enjoy.”

It’s fine if Bagiran likes stuff like this, but with his face and physique, it is surprising that he’s interested in something like this.

“It’s the same way I feel! Sensei is so pretty! You’re like a single flower!”

“Is that how you see me…?”

Bagiran looked at Tsurugi with a puzzled expression,

This is possibly the first time Bagiran and I have had the same expression.

Then, Bagiran turned his gaze to Elgil.

“Oh, you’re Elgil, right? I’ve heard a lot about you from the teacher of Class B. You sound very promising.”

“Thank you very much. Well, it’s only obvious I’d be promising. I’m a natural.”

Elgil showed a fearless smile after saying this.

I wouldn’t mind some of his confidence.

“I’ve mainly been with Class A, but Class B also seems to be exceptional compared to an average advanced class. There are so many wonderful students this year. As a teacher, it’s great to see…..Well, I should be leaving soon.”

Bagiran turns around, even though he only just saw the fireflies.

“Eh, you’re leaving already? You just got here.”

“I’m glad I was able to get even a small look. Besides, there are many things the teachers need to prepare, for tomorrow. Make sure you all get to bed soon so you don’t oversleep. Bye.”

After saying this, Bagiran left.

Then, Elgil begins to laugh.

“Fufufu….Bagiran Sensei remembered my name. You know what this means, Lute.”

“I have no idea what you’re talking about.”

“It means Sensei has acknowledged me as a member of Class A!”

“You’re amazing.”

This guy makes no sense at all.

“Elgil is a gerogero kero”

“You must be, Patricia-san? What exactly is a gerogero…?”

“Gerogero is gerogero kero. Geronkerokero has a similar meaning to it kero”

“I..I see……I definitely understand. After all, I’m a nobleman!”

There’s absolutely no chance he knows what she is saying. Nobody knows what she’s saying.

As I stood there dumbfounded, Elgil quietly whispered to me.

“Hey, Lute, what does gerogero mean exactly?”

So he really didn’t understand….

Please don’t involve me in this.

“I have no idea, maybe she’s praising you? Again, no clue.”

I tell him what I think it may mean.

After hearing my words, Elgil’s eyes begin to shine.

“I see….! Patricia-san, you’re a great person!”

“Th-thank you, kero…….I”m sorry I said something so terrible like gerogero a moment ago kero”

Patricia apologizes like this.

Ah, so it wasn’t praise after all. Well, it would be weird to compliment him in that situation.

“Lute-kun! That wasn’t a compliment!”

Even if you tell me that, I still don’t know what gerogero means. Besides, this is why I didn’t want to get involved from the beginning.

I just wanted to see fireflies!

Right, let’s concentrate on the fireflies for now.

I looked up at the fireflies in the night sky. They’re also trying their best in this moment.

***

“The fireflies are very beautiful.”

“Wait a minute, Lute-kun! Are you listening to me Lute-kun!? Look at me Lute-kun! I’m more beautiful than the fireflies Lute-kun! Lute-kuuunnnn!”

Elgil turns into a machine that appears to only be able to shout, “Lute-kun”; I just ignored him and continued to watch the fireflies.

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True Personality

“Alright…..Begin!”

At Bagiran’s words, our battle began.

I first used【Anti-wall】to launch myself over Luluna to create some distance between us.

Luluna uses nullification magic; so it’s best if I keep my distance from her.

However…

“Hmm? Lute, you went behind me? I thought you’d come straight at me.”

Luluna comes closer to me as she says this.

“Honestly, I thought about doing that, but….you also know many different forms of martial arts.”

At the same time Luluna approaches me, I run the opposite direction and place【Thunder Trap】between us.

But, Luluna just walked through the 【Thunder Trap】without even noticing it.

That’s because【Thunder Trap】never activated.

“Ah, I guess you did something just now. I’m not sure what it was, but that doesn’t matter.”

Luluna says this and shows a sweet smile.

It’s just like her normal smile, and yet…..I feel terror looking at it.

I can feel a shiver run down my spine…

“It’s just as Lute said. My magic can’t be used to attack, but I needed a way to defend myself. And so, I trained myself in martial arts.”

Even though I am nothing but an amateur in terms of martial arts, I can tell that Luluna is very skilled.

Even so….I see Luluna’s feet step on my trap and nothing happened.

This is due to her nullification magic. After all, it really is difficult to deal damage directly to her using trap magic.

I also seriously doubt I can beat her in hand-to-hand combat. I’ve never really even practiced martial arts.

….What should I do?

“He~y, are you not going to come at me? If not, then maybe I should come to you?”

Luluna charges towards me.

At the same time, I used【Anti-wall】to launch myself backward.

My【Anti-wall】activates just before Luluna reaches me.

If she gets close enough, my【Anti-wall】will be completely disabled. I’ll be left completely defenseless; I need to do whatever I can to avoid her attack!

I continuously used【Anti-wall】to fly around Luluna.

Fortunately, when we had shown each other our magic, I was able to learn the range of Luluna’s nullification magic.

“Not bad, Lute. Luluna won’t be able to catch you if you keep that up.”

“I don’t really have a strategy beyond this.”

I can’t beat Luluna by just flying around her.

I can’t even attack her. How do I…..

As I was beginning to tire, I could hear Luluna’s voice.

“But if you keep using it that much —”

Luluna suddenly turned in my direction and ran towards me. The distance between us was suddenly gone and【Anti-wall】disappeared.

“Wha-!?”

I’m unable to keep my balance and fall to the ground.

When I was finally able to stand, Luluna was right in front of me.

“Lute, you gave me too much time to see your movements. Even I would be able to see the pattern given that much time.”

“A-As expected of Luluna…”

I can feel a spasm in my cheek after falling on my back. I looked up into Luluna’s eyes.

Bad, this is very bad….!

“Thank you for the praise. Now then, shall I go?”

Luluna stuck her pink tongue out at me, then licked her lips.

She formed a small fist and swung at me.

“Uwaa!?”

I roll to the ground and somehow manage to avoid it.

However, I’m not sure I’ll be able to avoid the next one.

I can see Luluna looking around nervously.

“That face, it’s causing my inner sadist to come out! This is a lot of fun, right Lute?”

Luluna was laughing wildly.

Her cheeks are starting to turn red.

“…Luluna hasn’t your character changed a bit too much!?”

“Is that so, gehehehe~.”

Her voice is still pretty, but her face is still flushed.

“You were an extreme S!?”

“Of course not. I just get a little excited when I see someone suffering or in trouble!”

Luluna puts all of her power into her next punch that connects with my stomach. I fall to the ground in pain.

“Gah….T-that’s exactly what an S is…..”

Her punch hit me right in the torso, I looked up at her through teary eyes.

“Lute, don’t look at me with that face…! I’m getting excited….!”

Luluna stopped and looked at me with glazed over eyes.

Oh my god, I have no idea what she’s saying.

I thought Luluna and I were part of the alliance of normal people at the Academy….but that’s definitely not the case!

Before Luluna could hurt me anymore I ran and climbed up a nearby tree.

It doesn’t matter how I just need to get away from Luluna.

“Oh, nice idea, Lute. I’ve never climbed a tree before!”

Luluna tried to climb the tree but quickly fell back to the ground.

Luluna gave up trying to climb the tree and kicked the tree out of frustration causing the tree to shake.

“Come down Lute, pleas~e! Weren’t we having fun together?”

“Luluna’s terrifying! Luluna’s terrifying!”

Why is such a cute voice so scary!?

I’m desperately continuing to climb upward despite the tree shaking.

Finally, I was able to climb out of the range of Luluna’s magic.

“【Anti-wall】!”

I again use【Anti-wall】and fly away from Luluna.

That was dangerous…..I’m glad she only managed to hit me once. I have no idea what would have happened had she hit me more than that.

I’m definitely going to win this….!

***

I lower my altitude and continue to circle around Luluna, just outside the range of her magic.

I need to stay away from her. I definitely can’t get caught by her again.

I shift my weight and jump.

I repeat this and my speed steadily rises.

I won’t fall for Luluna’s feint this time. I won’t make the same mistake twice.

“Lute, you’ve already fixed your mistake from earlier! This is troublesome for me.”

Luluna said this and didn’t seem to be able to predict my movements.

However, I’ll get nowhere like this.

Once I have enough speed, this battle will be decided.

The moment I was behind Luluna, I used【Anti-wall】to change direction and aimed myself at her.

Thighs, knees, calves, and feet.

I put all of my force on the lower half of my body.

“Here I come, Luluna!”

Only “magic” can be invalidated by her nullification magic. That means, she can’t do anything to stop my momentum.

“Wha-! So fast….!?”

Luluna desperately tries to avoid my attack, but she can’t keep up with my speed.

I awkwardly smash into her.

My body crashed into her and we rolled across the ground together.

This is it, it’s all or nothing!

I stopped myself with my legs and straddled Luluna.

“Haa…..haa…..! E-even Luluna has no counter for this kind of attack!”

I say this to Luluna as she lay on the ground.

Luluna tried to move her arms, but eventually just let out a sigh.

“….Right, it’s my loss.”

“It was a nice match, but Luluna needed to be more decisive at times. You would have won earlier if you weren’t playing around with Lute. And Lute, you need to keep your eyes open at all times. During the battle, you need to watch your opponent’s every move. Other than that, I have nothing to say. It was a hard fight.”

Luluna and I collapsed to the ground after hearing Bagiran’s assessment of the match.

“Is your stomach okay?”

“Yes, I’m fine.”

I lift my shirt to show Luluna my abdomen.

There’s a large red mark, but nothing that will require a doctor. This type of injury will heal in a day or two.

I’m not sure if it’s just my imagination, but Luluna’s eyes look like they’re entering S mode again…..It’s just my imagination, it is definitely just my imagination.

“I enjoyed the fight. I wanted our fun to last a little longer.”

“It was definitely long enough for me…Was that your true personality?”

“Your true personality, is who you really are?”

“Is that really your true personality?”

Luluna laughed at my words. She’s really cute.

“For the longest time now, whenever I fight, my personality changes. The longer a fight goes on, the more enjoyable it becomes….”

How can this girl be so cute, yet say such scary things!?

“But, I return to normal pretty quickly.”

“I’m glad for that…”

Honestly, I’m relieved to hear that.

But even this relief left me as I looked at Luluna’s face.

“….I’m sorry. I’m a scary person. I can no longer be Lute’s friend…”

Luluna looks down and tears form in her eyes.

I’ve never seen her like this, and so, I start to panic.

I stand up and try to comfort her.

“No, I wasn’t scared, I was just surprised! Well, I was scared, but I wasn’t afraid of you. I was even a little happy! I could tell that you were really into our fight! So, Luluna is definitely my friend!”

After hearing my panicked words, Luluna smiled and wiped her tears away.

***

“….Thank you, Lute….!”

“N-No problem!”

The smile she showed is the one I’ve gotten used to seeing from her.

That’s good. I’m relieved.

I was disappointed in Luluna for another reason, but I didn’t say anything.

I was only sad that we could no longer be in the normal alliance together, but that was all.

After all, it’s not particularly a bad thing. I honestly believe it will be a useful characteristic in battle.

“He~y, so you enjoyed being hit by me~”

“Wai-! Where did you get that idea!? Luluna you definitely misunderstood my words!”

Does she think I’m as big a pervert as her!?

Then, Tsurugi and Patricia came up to us.

“Luluna and Lute-dono are so strong. I’m envious. I definitely need to train more!”

Her eyes looked dignified as she looked toward her future.

Tsurugi is such an honest person.

“I want to be a better singer as well kero!”

R-right. What is she talking about?

Luluna’s true personality was unexpectedly found out, but the practice battles were a success.

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Lifelong Rival

I restlessly look around the area.

It appears that I’m in some kind of medical office.

And it’s just me and Elgil here….why?

“Umm, why are you here?…..Where’s Luluna?”

“It’s bathing time for the girls right now, but she was here earlier. The teacher has gone to treat other injured students, so it’s just you and I for now.”

Elgil says this and elegantly crosses his legs.

I was thinking he was trying to show off his long legs, but maybe that’s just my imagination.

“I’m here because of our bet.”

Elgil played with the tips of his blonde hair.

I guess he’s talking about the time trial.

“Ah…then it’s your win.”

I say this to Elgil.

I don’t know exactly how long we took because I passed out right when I crossed the finish line. But, there’s no chance we beat Class B’s time.

It’s sad that we lost, but I don’t regret my decision.

I can’t imagine what would have happened to those students had we not helped.

Still, a defeat is a defeat.

Even if the situation with the demon hadn’t come up, I’m not sure we would have won.

I admit my defeat.

“As I said before, you do not have the power to change the class you’re in….”

After hearing my words Elgil’s shoulders started to shake.

“Don’t make a fool of me, Lute-kun.”

“Eh?”

I was surprised at the sudden change in tone. Elgil uncrossed his legs and held out his hand towards me.

“Some people would say what you did yesterday was foolish. Some people may think it’s sweet, but I think it’s a wonderful thing and I misunderstood you. You’re a fine person.”

“Hah….T-thank you.”

I never expected him to praise me….

I was somewhat embarrassed, but I grabbed his outstretched hand.

Honestly, I thought this guy was rather unpleasant at first, but maybe we can actually be friends.

Then, Elgil began to speak with a big smile.

“And that’s why I’ve decided that you will be my lifelong rival!”

“…..Hmm?”

How did he get to this conclusion?

Elgil again crosses his legs and throws his head back.

“I actually admitted it. Go ahead, you can show how proud you are. You’re happy right, Lute-kun?”

“No, wait a minute. Why do you think I’m your lifelong rival?”

Lifetime rival? Me? You?

When did this happen?

Elgil looks at me puzzled.

As Elgil looked into my eyes he laughed fearlessly and stood up from his chair.

“I have too much honor to accept the victory given the circumstances. We must have a rematch later — No, next time it will be a one-on-one battle. Next time we will fight one-on-one on a stage where there will be nothing that can get in our way.”

“…..Right, I understand.”

I still don’t understand his thinking, but I can tell that Elgil really isn’t a bad person.

Elgil raised his arm high in the air and pointed towards the heavens.

“And when I win, I will obtain a ticket to Class A…!”

“Again, you can’t just decide that on your own!”

Please, just talk to your teacher if you want to switch classes!

“Anyway, our match will have to be decided at a later time.”

“I’ll decide where the rematch will be.”

I don’t know when we’ll have an opportunity for a rematch, but I’m glad Elgil would like to have a fair rematch.

…….Wait a second? There was no reason for us to have a match in the first place….

Elgil quickly turned his back to me to stop me thinking about this.

“Then, I’ll be leaving. It would be bad if you kept straining yourself.”

Then, Elgil began to walk towards the exit of the medical office.

I’m surprised he could be so considerate.

“…..Ah”

Elgil suddenly stopped moving once he reached the door.

“Is something wrong?”

“I just remembered, I forgot to tell you my name. It’s my mistake.”

“……..? You’ve already told me!”

I couldn’t understand what he was saying, until I looked into his face and I suddenly understood. This guy always introduces himself when he leaves!

“I’m Elgil, Elgil von Istria.”

“How many times do you have to introduce yourself!?”

“You ought to remember it. It is the name of the man that will defeat you. Then, we’ll meet again, Lute-kun. Fuhahahahahaha!”

After Elgil was finished with his self-indulgent exit, he left the room with a bright smile.

“I suddenly feel so tired…”

What a strange person….

I let my body fall back into bed.

I roll over in bed several times.

I’m tired, but I just recently woke up so I can’t go back to sleep….

Now that I think about it, there should be a wound on my stomach. But, there’s only a small trace of where the demon bit me.

That healed rather quickly.

The doctor must have taken care of it. I don’t know who they are, but I must remember to thank them later.

*Knock**Knock* There was a knock on the door.

“Can we come in?”

It was the voice of Luluna.

I guess she and the others were coming to check up on me.

I answer, “It’s okay.” There’s no teacher here now, so it should be fine for me to respond.

Luluna and the others entered in their pajamas, I guess they had been getting ready to go to sleep.

Luluna’s pajamas were pink and frilly, Tsurugi’s were a simple white, and Patricia’s pajamas were green with a frog hood.

If I think about it, it’s only natural that after taking a bath, they would be getting ready for sleep. So it makes sense that these three would be wearing pajamas, but still it caught me by surprise.

The stimulation from seeing these girls in their pajamas is too much!

“Are you okay? Are you still in bad shape…?”

“N-no, I’m okay! I’m completely fine!”

I quickly sit up in bed and respond to Luluna.

“Well, we passed Elgil on the way here….Did something happen?”

“No. It seems Elgil has become my lifelong rival.”

Once I remembered our conversation, the strength left my body again…

“Umm, well….Congratulations….uh, is that a good thing?”

“I’m not unhappy, but….”

“Geroppa! Lute-kun, it’s geroppa time kero!”

“Sure, I don’t have the strength to go against you. Geroppa.”

After hearing my geroppa, Patricia crossed her arms in satisfaction.

Patricia was staring at me intently, so I casually averted my eyes.

***

“Ho~…..That was an impressive geroppa kero. You may even have the potential to conquer the world kero.”

“Hahaha, thank you….”

Dear Grandma and Grandpa.

Apparently I can conquer the world with my geroppa.

Thinking about it seriously, it seems better if I put more emphasis on the “ge.” It sounds better compared to the rather flat feeling of the “ke” in kero.

“Ah, I see. Thank you, Patricia.”

I don’t know what she’s talking about, but I suddenly feel the overwhelming urge to slip into unconciousness….

“Lute-dono, your eyes look distant…”

“Peti, maybe we should give him a break…?”

“Kero? So-sorry, kero, Lute-kun!”

“Ahaha, it’s alright. I’m fine.”

And like this, the second night of the forest expedition ended.

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Goal

Ten minutes later, I could hear something moving in a nearby bush. I stare cautiously at it.

This is bad, if more demons appear now, this will be the end…

“Lute, you’re okaayyyyy!”

Ah, it is a demon…..No, it’s just Sensei.

“Ah, Bagiran Sensei…..”

I recognized the figure of Bagiran, relief swept over my body.

Ah, this isn’t good. I can’t pass out now, Sensei will try to carry me back!

I managed to focus the remaining energy I had left and forced myself to stay conscious

“I’m fine, but I don’t have enough magical power to finish it off…..”

I say this and move my eyes toward the fallen demon.

The demon had come close to escaping the traps, but because I had squeezed out every last drop of magical power and had placed several traps on it, the demon still remained on the ground.

Fortunately, it seems the demon was out of magical power as well. It has only been able to let out the occasional groan and claw at the ground.

It’s also gasping for breath, it seems the demon has used its last remaining energy trying to escape from the traps.

However, I don’t have enough strength left to finish the demon off.

“Leave it to me. Hmph!”

Just like that, Bagiran activated his strength enhancing magic.

Bagiran’s already massive body increases even further in size.

Skilled users of strength enhancing magic can make their skin as strong as iron armor.

And Bagiran proceeded to beat the demon with all of his strength.

Ah, truly Sensei. His strength is amazing and he’s only using strength enhancing magic.

“I can carry this thing. Can you walk?”

Bagiran says this while carrying the dead body of the demon.

“Somehow, if I take it slow.”

“If not, I’ll have to lend a hand and you’ll be disqualified.”

That’s right, I’m in the middle of the time trial. I completely forgot…

For the other three, I need to finish.

I slowly stand up, and begin walking to the finish.

***

I speak to Bagiran as I continue advancing through the forest.

“Sensei, that demon used water and lightning magic.”

“What…..?”

Sensei’s voice became serious after hearing this.

“There are such demons in the world.”

There was no demon like this in the forest under the house where I lived.

There was a strong Big Bear, but that demon was nowhere near as strong as this demon.

After this experience, I had become keenly aware that the world is vast.

“That’s right, there are demons in this world that you and I do not know….Come on, just a little further.”

“Right.”

I have to finish first.

For those three people, I can’t get disqualified.

***

Then, dozens of minutes later, I reached the finish.

“Haa…haa…I’ve arrived, haa….”

Finally, I somehow reached the finish. I sat down right at the goal line.

I can see three people running towards me.

“Lute, are you alright!?”

“Everyone….I’m fine, I’m glad that everyone made it back safely.”

I raise my trembling arms and try to tell them I’m fine.

After this I am supposed to go with Bagiran to the doctor, so I don’t want to worry these three anymore than I already have.

“I’m so glad…..!”

Luluna sighs with relief.

I’m kind of happy to see she was so worried about me.

I noticed that something cold was gently patting me….Is this….a hand?

“What are you doing, Patricia?”

As I noticed her, Patricia continued patting my body.

“Kerokero, are you really fine, kero? Even if you don’t notice it while fighting, you might be injured and not realize it kero.”

“Gah, stop it that tickles, I’m really okay.”

I’m glad that she’s worried, but this is really ticklish.

As I was trying to get Patricia to stop tickling me, Tsurugi spoke to me.

“Lute-dono, they wanted to express their gratitude to you.”

As she said this, she turned to the people from the general class standing behind her.

“Umm, thank you very much! Honestly!”

Ah, are these the students that were injured back there?

It seems they’ve all received treatment, and they appear to have all recovered completely.

With this bright atmosphere, I’m guessing nobody died or has been seriously injured.

I feel relieved knowing this.

I felt a heavy burden fall from my shoulders. If any had died I would have regretted it for the rest of my life.

“Thanks, but I wasn’t the only one that helped you….”

After I responded to the student I could feel my consciousness slowly start to slip away.

Huh? Am I really this tired….?

I could no longer remain awake, and collapsed on the ground.

“Ah, Sensei! Lute!”

“Oh, don’t worry about him. He’s used up all of his magic and is completely exhausted.”

Ah, I get it.

Sensei answered my question.

“Don’t worry, take as much time as you need to rest.”

As I was just barely able to make out Bagiran’s face, my consciousness faded to black.

***

“…..Hnn.”

Apparently I was asleep. The last thing I remember is the face of Bagiran…..I was so tired it was like I fainted. No, I may have actually fainted.

Well, either way it’s fine.

I still feel a little groggy. I get up slowly and rub my eyes.

My blurry vision gradually begins to focus—

“Hey, Lute-kun.”

“….Eh?”

For some reason Elgil was sitting in a chair next to my bed.

….What kind of situation is this?

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