I ended up being late coming back because I was showing Suzumi around the bath.
When I was met with suspicious glances, I explained to clear up any misunderstandings.
…Well, in reality, I did end up seeing her naked, but there was no contact like everyone was suspecting.
Even if it were to come out through the girls’ gossip, I wouldn’t be the one to spread it.
After somehow getting everyone to understand, I took my seat again.
“Alright, let’s divide into teams. Our party has nine people, but you can’t make a team with less than five, so only five of us will participate.”
“Hmm. I’ll participate. Healing and strengthening are especially useful in consecutive matches.”
“That’s true. Even if there’s a break in between, we’ll be using up a lot of stamina since it’s a full-on battle.”
“Do games usually reset things like that when the match changes?” asked the servant.
“They do. However, in that case, one of our advantages would be eliminated. Still, the healing and strengthening abilities are excellent on their own, and it’s also nice that we can treat injuries and fatigue during the match.” “Ah, that’s true.” The servant seemed to agree.
“I think it’s better if I don’t participate this time. Of course, if I can be of help, I’ll do my best.”
In the previous event, when we didn’t know the situation of our classmates, Shion’s ability was a huge help.
By accurately spotting the lies of classmates who wanted to be friends, she managed to avoid being misled.
“Saion’s ability is wonderful, but since this event clearly has a competitive element between transfer students, it might be better to solidify your abilities in fighting.” Shinbo gently suggests.
“Today’s rule explanation mentioned that if this turns out to be a psychological battle, I’ll rely on Saion. Is that okay?” “Yeah…!”
Saion smiled, seeming to think that her ability could be useful.
“I’m sorry, but I don’t think I’ll be able to be of much help either.” Loa said sadly.
“Don’t worry about it. Saion’s ability and mine will be useful in future negotiations.”
The ability to understand what the other person wants is incredibly effective in negotiations.
“I appreciate your concern. I will do my best to help in any way I can.”
Our party consists of people who are all positive and willing to help their teammates, understanding their strengths and weaknesses.
“By the way, I’m going to participate too. Since the opponent is also a five-person team, if we can neutralize five people, we win. Since it’s simpler than last time, we can weaken the enemy’s strength just by dropping the stone cage.”
A cage surrounded by stone on five sides, with just an air hole opened. It’s placed directly above the transfer student and traps them inside.
Most people can be neutralized this way.
「I’ll join too! It’s not me, but Mashiro and Mikuron will definitely be a huge help!」
Shouko cheerfully declared her participation. “Yeah, we’ll need you.” “Of course!” Two more people, then.
Of course, depending on the rules, the optimal members will change, so we’ll have to arrange them with that in mind.
As I said before, if it’s a psychological battle, we’ll need to include Shion, so we’ll have to decide who to replace her with.
“I’ll join too. I can handle both offense and defense with magic, so I think I’ll be useful.” Shinpo raised her hand. “Yeah, please do, Shinpo.” “Of course.”
Besides, Shinpo can also attack from a distance. This is a clear advantage.
Of course, we can’t attack other classmates from a distance, so we’ll probably use it for intimidation.
“Um… I’m sorry. I feel bad about this, but I can’t fight other students.” Lumina-sensei said apologetically, shrinking back.
“Of course, that’s fine.” I said.
I didn’t want to force her, and even if I did, she wouldn’t perform well. “Is that okay?”
She looked surprised, not expecting to be allowed so easily.
“After all, you’re the mediator, right? You’re a member of our party, but you also need to earn the trust of other students. If you attack or obstruct other students during the event, you won’t be trusted.”
「Indeed, that’s true, but…」
「So this time, I was planning to have you stay behind.」
「Y-Yes, thank you…」
Thanks to the teacher, it seems like the lighting issues will be resolved.
Since she’s contributing outside of the event, that’s enough.
「…So, I’m participating?」 The last one left is Yurina.
「Ah. Yurina’s barrier ability can be useful in battle, and it would be helpful to have her there.」
「Sure, I’ll participate. It’s a chance to pay back Kouya.」
「And, if we win all the matches, we’ll get the ‘right to return’ this time.」
「I know. But, I’m also officially in Kouya’s party, so I’ll follow the rules.」
「Yeah, yeah, let’s all go back together, Yurina!」 The maids hugged Yurina. 「Ugh, what…?」
「Because Yurina’s blushing now, right?」
「Huh? What made you think that?」
「When I said I’d stay for us?」
「Don’t go changing my words.」 「But it means the same thing, right?」
「~~~~~~~~. Just leave me alone.」
The Dream Realm pinched her cheek. 「Ah, she’s back to being aloof.」 「She was never that affectionate to begin with.」 The two of them were still on good terms.
「Still, there are concerns. If the five of you leave and the remaining four stay, you’ll be in a base without a barrier for a while, won’t you?」
Everyone made a face.
When there were many people, you had to consider the remaining members as well.
「…You’re right. Depending on where the event sends us, my barrier might be removed.」
「So I’ll ask the mystery blackboard, and if necessary, I’ll stay behind in the Dream Realm.」
「Sure, it’s still a contribution to the party.」
Even though staying behind meant losing the possibility of getting the “Return Right,” the Dream Realm agreed.
「Ah, in that case, I’ll join in too.」 Shion said.
「Alright. Then let’s go with that.」
Just as they were finishing up, Shoubu returned.
「I’m out of the bath! This house is great!」
She had put on her clean uniform instead of the clothes she had prepared.
She was carrying the clothes under her arm.
「I feel bad for saying this, but I’m thinking of building a new house now.」 It was finally time for her new home again.
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