We decided to return to our base after defeating Arvank.
I didn’t feel anything when we left, but the barrier gives a sensation like sinking into water when we enter it.
While watching my inexperienced comrades marvel at it, I returned to the barrier.
“Wow, Yorina’s barrier was amazing!”
As I came down from the platform, Mashiro reflected on the battle.
”…From my perspective, seeing Shouko with her phantoms and the Four Rods using such magic was pretty impressive too.”
“Thanks, Maboroshi. But this time, your help made the battle much easier for us. I think Shouko is impressed by that too,” said Shinpo.
”…Oh well. Then you should praise Koji for coming up with that strategy.” “Yeah. One ‘well done’ a day.” Don’t say it like that.
“Actually, Tsukasa-kun is really good at bringing out the best in people. I say I love cooking, but I can’t really do anything without Tsukasa-kun’s help,” said Shion.
“As Shion-sama said, I too thought my own power was merely for providing better service to my master, but Tsukasa-kun has elevated it to a means of making his companions happy,” said Roa.
“Indeed. Tsukasa-kun was the one who showed me how my power could be useful for gathering too.”
“I understand. I couldn’t even imagine getting wool from sheep-summoning,” said Shinpo and Shouko too…
Being praised is always a pleasure, but it also makes me feel embarrassed.
「…Yeah. I… I also think I wouldn’t have been able to learn ‘Erectile Strength Enhancement’ on my own. Thanks to you.」
Senyuu, you’re so different from the rest.
To begin with, I’m the only one who uses that magic.
「Senyuu, you don’t have to force yourself to say it.」
「I’m not forcing myself. I’ve known for a long time that you’re good at finding the best in people.」
Senyuu said it in a serious tone, so I had no choice but to accept it.
「S-so… Thank you.」
Mikuron rubbed his cheek against mine, trying to convey something.
「Tsukasa, you’re good at petting too, apparently.」 The servants translated for me.
「Haha, is that so? Good boy, thank you for this morning.」 I petted Mikuron thoroughly.
Then we went back inside and had some free time.
Shion and Roa were in the kitchen, Shinpo was studying in his room, Shozi was in the living room coming up with ideas for the next fluffy creature, and I was playing games with Chiyu.
I thought that Miko would either be with Shozi or in her room, but she’s sitting on the sofa watching me play.
A little curious, I start the game. “This healer has way too big of a chest.”
After advancing for a while and getting the healer to join our party, Chiyu says,
Indeed, her chest is huge, but Chiyu isn’t exactly small either.
“Maybe her healing spells could be a reference for you?”
“It might be useful. I’ll keep that in mind. Also, I’ll learn the spells of the busty mage and teach them to Minochan.” “That’s a good idea.”
After our first time together, Chiyu learned the ‘Pain Relief’ spell.
In other words, there are also spells that can be unlocked through experience, separate from the level of mastery over magic.
Maybe I should have noticed this when I learned ‘Energize’ though.
Depending on the situation, these spells might unlock, and prior knowledge could be helpful.
Even something as simple as playing a game like this can be beneficial on this desert island, more than just being fun.
「…There’s a treasure chest over there, down the right corridor.」
As soon as we started exploring the dungeon, the Dream World muttered. 「Oh, thanks.」 「…It’s nothing.」 「Do you like games too?」
I spoke to the Dream World while looking at the screen.
「…Sometimes I play solo games.」
「Ah, I get it. I’ve been playing less and less lately because I don’t like games that involve player versus player elements. It’s just too weird to feel like there’s a real person on the other side of the screen.」
「…I get it. People tend to get nasty after a win or a loss, and once they find out you’re a girl, their attitude changes. It’s really annoying.」
I see, so there are such issues when you’re a girl.
Of course, many people enjoy games in a healthy way, but it’s also true that a lot of people get heated up when there’s a competitive element involved.
Some people can fit in with that kind of atmosphere, while others can’t.
「But I do like ‘Persimmon Iron’ and stuff.」
「But when I play with friends, it’s different. When you’re with people you know, you can laugh off a little trash talk and insults. In fact, I’m starting to want to play it now that I’ve heard the title.」
「Want to take it home today? I can use my selection power to get you an extra controller.」
Going to the bonus area makes that possible. “Is that okay?” “Of course. Of course, of course.”
”…That’s from Shouko, isn’t it? The one that never caught on in the classroom.” Musubi responded in a low voice.
“It’s kind of catching on here.” “You’re kidding…”
“Hey, Seirina? Don’t say it didn’t catch on.”
Shouko, who had been working on the fluffiness, heard this and came over.
“No, everyone just kind of brushed it off because you said it, and thought it was weird.”
“T-That’s not true…”
“Ah, there are people who can get away with saying strange things and those who can’t.”
For example, if I said something like ‘Of course, of course’ in the classroom, it would definitely create an odd atmosphere.
When Shouko says it, it creates small laughter, a sweet atmosphere, and the conversation continues.
This isn’t unreasonable; it’s probably related to the atmosphere the person creates, the relationship with others, and various other factors.
“Shouko is definitely on the side that can get away with it.” “Exactly.” “What’s that, you’re praising me…?”
Shouzi’s stern gaze is directed at me and the dream world.
“I’m praising you, praising you. Thanks to Shouzi being here, this party is running smoothly.”
Thousand Heals tried to strengthen the party’s cohesion by promoting the harem.
With her bright personality, Shouzi lifts the party’s spirits and with her wide network and easygoing nature, she skillfully integrates new members.
Both of them are indispensable to the party.
Shion letting her guard down around me and Dream World agreeing to the trade also have a lot to do with Shouzi’s relationships.
“Huh, huh…? Well, I guess that’s fine.”
Shouzi’s face shows she’s not entirely displeased.
“By the way, I smell something good.”
As Thousand Heals said, a sweet aroma has indeed wafted over.
“Sniff sniff… This is cookies!” Shouzi reacts quickly. “Hehe, they’re fresh out of the oven.”
“I will summon Master Shinpo.”
Shion came into the living room, and Roa went to call Deep Law.
I saved the game and paused it, then stood up.
“Oh, right. If you want, you can play the game too, in the dream world.”
“…I’ll take that to heart.”
I felt like she was wavering for a moment, but she declined.
––Ah, she’s thinking about borrowing again, huh.
I want to respect her way of thinking, but it feels like she’s being too cautious.
Well, maybe I can’t do anything about it until we get closer.
“Sera, you have to eat the cookies. They’re treated the same as dinner.”
“Mm. Basic treatment for party members.”
“That’s right. I’d like you to eat too.” “…Okay.”
“I see. So playing games is also basic treatment for party members.”
「No, that was something I got through the rights I acquired.」 Umm, it’s quite difficult.
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