Transfer Wheel Relocation.
While we were searching for him with the others, he suddenly appeared before us and teleported me to another location.
When I asked him why he separated me from the girls… he said he’s not good with them.
Indeed, interacting with the opposite sex is difficult.
Especially at our age.
Even my usual silly friends become quiet when girls are around.
I can totally understand being swayed by the presence of the opposite sex.
If I hadn’t come to this desert island, I wouldn’t have been able to get along with girls like this.
I’m only friends with Miko, and my relationship with Senyuu might have remained the same until college or even later.
“Still, it’s amazing power. Can you teleport others too?”
Also, the precision of teleporting to Micron’s back while he’s flying through the air is incredible.
Is it because of the ability adjusting itself, or is it due to the skill of the Transfer Wheel?
“I doubt anyone’s craft ability could save everyone on the island.”
“It’s not that big of a deal.”
“Then my power isn’t much either.”
“I get it. I guess I brought some pretty impressive power along with me.”
I couldn’t help but chuckle at how we were just trying to outdo each other.
”…I guess I haven’t been grateful enough for that. If my memory serves, it was Kino who first brought up the topic of our abilities.”
I didn’t want to seem like I was taking credit for something Shouko had done, but I couldn’t help it.
“Well, you’re welcome.”
“Anyway, to the point. I don’t want you to follow my scent any further.” “Do you need any supplies?”
I asked, and Zhenfa Lun thought for a moment.
”…A trade, huh? All I have to offer is information.” “I want to trade for it.”
“But I don’t want girls wandering around in our territory.” “Oh, I see.”
「I want to make it clear that I don’t have any romantic feelings for you. My type is more mature women, you know?」
By the way, Transcendental Wheel is quite rational.
Even in this situation, he’s wearing relatively clean clothes and looks healthy.
If he had found us in a mentally unstable state… that would be terrifying.
It’s fortunate for our party that his preferences are not within our age group.
But he likes older women, right? Maybe he likes college students or even older women?
No, we have Lumina Teacher. If he includes her in his ‘girls’ category… then his preferences are even older?
「How about this? If Transcendental Wheel’s information includes the location of the materials we want, I’ll be the only one to retrieve them.」
「If I transfer Koino, the work will be done in less time… It’s not a bad offer.」 「Then let’s do it.」
I feel relieved that the deal seems to be coming together, but Transcendental Wheel gives me a puzzled look.
「Why are you so eager to make this deal?」
Indeed, it might seem unnatural for me to go out of my way to look for other students.
「Because Lumina-sensei is worried about the students.」
There was no need to hide it, so I told the truth.
In response, Qianfanhuan nodded vigorously as if he understood. 「I see, so it’s for a woman.」
「That’s not wrong, but that phrasing could be misleading.」
「Don’t worry about it. In matters of love, position and age don’t matter.」
His words made me react involuntarily.
「Huh? The way you said that, could it be that Qianfanhuan…」
After hesitating for a moment, Qianfanhuan looked at me.
「…If we’re kindred spirits, I won’t spill the beans. Yes, I’m dating History’s Teacher Dianshi.」 「Really!」
But she seemed to be in her forties. There’s such a thing as too much of a preference for older women.
「Only a woman that calm can I have a proper conversation with. You’re doing well living with that many girls. It must be quite a hassle.」 「It’s lively and fun.」
「…Well, everyone’s different. Anyway, to reunite with my lover, I will definitely return to Japan.」
I now understand the rational reason for the Transmigration of the Law Wheel.
While his mental strength is certainly a factor, the fact that he doesn’t have a love interest is probably another reason.
Ideally, I’d like to confirm the truth with Shion’s ability to detect lies, but I’ll believe him here.
He doesn’t seem like he’s lying. “Anyway, nice to meet you.”
“Yeah. We’ll meet every three days. When the sun is directly overhead, I’ll be at the designated spot. The designated spot is right here.” “Got it. That’s fine.”
Soon, the others will be coming here. If it’s Mashiro, she should be able to remember this place and come back.
“By the way, Kino, what would you do if a teacher became an option again in the future?”
At the end of the day, it’s a two-choice mystery blackboard.
The one who chooses will be placed on the island.
The items placed there vary, including terrain, food, animals, monsters, and teachers.
“That’s asking what I’d do if I were the Transmigration of the Law Wheel and a love interest appeared as an option, right? Hmm. If it were me, I wouldn’t want the person I like to go through hardships, so I probably wouldn’t choose.”
The Transmigration of the Law Wheel was silent for about ten seconds after hearing my answer.
「…I see, that’s right. But what about this way of thinking? By choosing to do so, we can both enjoy the benefits of the desert island.」 Benefits, huh.
「…Indeed, our lifespan increases daily, and we can earn additional perks based on our points, so if we’re confident in surviving, it’s a valid option.」
The desert island offers us benefits for surviving.
If we have the strength to actively aim for them, choosing to do so might be a good idea.
The downside is that we don’t know how the other side will feel about it.
「That’s it. If she’s ever called to this island in the future, I want you to help her, Kino.」
Tendo bowed his head as if pleading.
「Supplies or a base? That’s fine.」
「If that’s possible, I don’t mind you using me however you like.」
Having a transfer ability user effectively become a comrade is quite a reward.
For him, the age difference with his lover is a serious issue.
Having his lover’s lifespan extended is quite a benefit.
Of course, the teacher’s feelings are also a factor… but once it comes down to a choice, one of them will definitely be summoned.
Just like how Lumina Teacher came here due to the students’ votes.
”…Understood. I’ll convince everyone to cast their ten votes for that teacher when the time comes.” “Thank you, Kouno.”
When Zhen Falun extended his hand, I took it. “Sure.”
“It’s not just about the deal. I appreciate that you didn’t deny my love or laugh at me.” A high school boy who likes mature women.
Indeed, there might be some who would laugh or be put off.
But I couldn’t bring myself to mock them.
“Who you like is your own business.” ”――――”
Zhen Falun tightened the grip in our handshake. ”…What’s wrong?”
“It seems we might become lifelong friends.” “S-Sure.”
I’m not quite sure, but it seems we’ve become lifelong friends.
”…Sorry, but I have to leave now. I’ll give you the payment next time.”
「Hm? …Oh, Mashiro’s approaching.」
A cloud of dust was rising a little further ahead.
I wonder how fast she’s running.
「This time, even though I wanted to talk to you, I did something I’m sorry for. I might not be forgiven, but please tell them I apologized.」
That’s right. I knew that the Law Wheel had no ill intentions toward me quickly enough, but… what about my friends?
Would they be running at full speed toward me, worried about my safety?
If so, then from their perspective, the Law Wheel would be the ultimate villain.
「Ah… sure. I’ll pass the message along.」
The Law Wheel nodded lightly and then vanished like smoke in the next instant.
Then, my friends arrived.
Mashiro, Mikuron, and Kuroryuuji came to a sudden stop near me. 「Sousuke!」
Chiyu jumped off Mikuron and ran to me, throwing herself into my arms. Tears were welling up in her eyes.
I accepted Senyuu’s embrace and returned it.
This was different from the monster battle earlier, which had made them anxious even though it was safe.
They must have been very scared, not knowing if I was safe.
“Souzou!” “Souzou-kun!” “Souzou-san!” “Master!” “Sousuke!”
After Senyuu, Shouko, Shion, Shinpo, Roa, and Serina rushed over and hugged me, I couldn’t take it anymore and fell down.
It felt more like I was being crushed than hugged, but I couldn’t say anything seeing everyone’s tears and expressions of relief.
Jihon was not a bad guy, and we were able to form a cooperative relationship…
But right now, calming them down is a priority.
Starting next time, we’ll be returning to a life on an desert island with nothing but girls, so please rest assured.
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