Kengi’s showing interest in me, and even Shin’en, who I was supposed to meet for the first time, is giving me a passionate look. It feels like I’m in my prime.
No, if I’m in my prime, it’s been a while.
Even I can understand that I’m a rare man on this desert island.
It’s nice to be liked, and in such a special environment, I want to accept what’s offered.
“Brilliant! Brilliant, everyone!”
Once we headed to the living room, the others gathered as well.
While drinking the tea that Shion made for us, we shared information about our next actions.
Also, I’ll let everyone know that we’re going to visit the Clear Phoenix party’s base tomorrow morning after breakfast.
Luminous-sensei is moved by the transfer of the “return rights.”
There was also a transfer within the party, so it’s a bit complicated, but at the moment, the “return rights” have been distributed to all members.
Among them, I and Sen’yuu and Shinpo each held two.
So, there are a total of three to distribute.
They both seem to be okay with the transfer.
“But how will you decide who to give them to?” Shinbo looks thoughtful.
“I’ve thought about it a bit, and I think it would be better to give them as a ‘reward’ for future considerations.”
“Hmm. For future governance, that would be better.” “Future governance?”
“As expected of my master.”
Behind me, Roa proudly says as I tease Chiyo.
She says that as a maid, she wants to be there to support everyone.
“That’s true. That way, other boys will be more willing to accept it, and they’ll probably work harder in the future too.” Shion agrees.
I considered giving priority to those who had caused trouble for the girls, but…
While it would remove the danger, it would make it seem more like an exile.
I judged that giving them as a reward for doing good would be better for everyone involved.
“Other guys besides So-suke are all pretty much the same, anyway.”
「I get it. The guys were really annoying when I was at Ryouka’s place.」
Jumemu agrees with Serina’s cold remark with a weary expression.
The members of the Sumika party had been suffering from harassment by some of the guys.
That’s why they were disappointed with the guys, and that’s why they were being nice to me, who seemed different from the others.
「Hmm, I see. Hey, is it okay to send the girls from Ryouka’s place back?」
Shouko asks the question as if it’s a simple one, tilting her head.
「I did ask around, but apparently there were no volunteers for the trip back.」
When I first talked to Seiho, I was told that some kids wouldn’t be able to adapt to life on the desert island.
But just now, when I asked, I was told that there were no volunteers at all.
Maybe it’s because of the changes in the environment, like talking to Mr. Lumines, receiving Chiyu’s healing magic, and feeling at ease with our party’s base nearby.
「…I think they changed their minds after seeing how Koun works.」
Genju said that while looking at me.
Her expression was soft, and it seemed to convey her trust in me, which was kind of ticklish.
“Knowing how much you treat girls with care, I think everyone felt reassured.” Shion smiled.
“Mm. If everyone feels safe, then this desert island environment is acceptable.”
“Ah… Your lifespan increases each day you survive, you can study and train as much as you want, and you can aim for rewards during events. When you calm down, you might start to see those benefits too.”
Your lifespan increases by one day for each day you survive.
And if you manage to bring back your memories, you can also bring back all of your experiences on the desert island.
If you can ensure your safety, it wouldn’t be strange to want to stay.
“With you around, we can live comfortably and safely. No downsides.”
“That’s not how it works. Besides, it’s thanks to everyone that we’re comfortable.”
Thanks to Sera’s barrier, we’re able to fend off normal monster attacks.
If we’re talking about safety, isn’t the benefit of the barrier ability greater? “That’s so like you.” Senyuu smiled faintly.
“You are fortunate to have students like you.”
Mr. Lumina looked around at us, his eyes brimming with tears.
“Let’s start by giving ‘return rights’ to the guys who haven’t caused trouble for the girls.”
With that, we began to prepare.
“Who’s coming with us? I’m definitely going.”
Since Serina’s ‘ability to create a barrier’ is essential, I have no objections.
“Right. Also, I want to confirm that Shion’s ability can be used immediately after giving out the ‘return rights.’ Is that okay?”
“Sure! I’m happy to be useful for something other than cooking.”
Shion smiled genuinely. “Healing, strengthening, and calming too.”
“Heh, I’m also bringing Senyuu.”
“Me, too… I’m coming, right?”
Not being as assertive as Serina or Senyuu is typical of Shinpo.
“Yes. And the phantoms… Can I ask Mr. Lumina for help too?” “Of course!”
I figured it would be easier for him to accept if the teacher told him rather than a classmate.
“Um, um. If I go instead of Hiroyou-kun… would that be okay?”
Genjuu’s voice gets smaller as he continues.
After he finishes speaking, he turns bright red and looks down.
He must have gathered the courage to make the proposal. “Please, Genjuu.” “Y-Yes!”
Genjuu nods vigorously when he looks up.
“Good for you, Mia. Oh, by the way, Souzou, isn’t Mia the only one with a last name?”
Genjuu’s shoulders jump at Shouko’s words.
“I was a little concerned, but the timing just hasn’t been right…”
“Then change it now. How about you, Mia?”
“I-I, if Kouno’s okay with it…”
“Of course. Well then, nice to meet you, Miyoo.”
「～～. U, uh… s-sure, Suke.」
Her face had turned red as if she had been blushing, but her expression was softening as if she were bashful.
「Hehe, it feels nostalgic. We used to call each other by our last names at first, didn’t we?」
「No, you started calling Sousei by his first name right away after you started talking to him, didn’t you? I remember it clearly.」
It seemed like repeating the latter half of a sentence was becoming a trend among them, like when she was full and puffy.
「That’s right. I started calling you by your first name before you did, so you were flustered and it was cute.」
Shion looked at me as if she were seeking my agreement, so I nodded dramatically.
「Yeah, it was cute when you were flustered.」
「You’re mean! You’re both making fun of me!」
「Meanwhile, I was wiping away the white fluid left by my childhood friend.」
Indeed, on the first night, I had received it from Chiyu with my hand.
Shouko and Shion had arrived just before the act progressed further.
Shiyou was wiping her body inside the hut, right behind me.
It feels like it happened a year and a half ago even though it hasn’t been that long.
”…Hehe, so that’s why Shiyou-chan took so long to come out.”
“Since the first day of the transfer… Souma, you’re too perverted.”
Shion smiles and Shouko gives me a glare as they look at me.
Damn it, I was supposed to be teasing Shouko, but somehow I’ve ended up in a difficult situation.
“All right, now that we’ve decided the members, let’s go!”
It’s a crude way to cover up, but fortunately everyone went along with it. Everyone got up from their seats.
I approached Shinpo and leaned in close to her ear.
“I haven’t forgotten about the ‘training.’ When you get back, can you make time for me?”
Shinpo suddenly pulled away from me, covering her ear and turning her red face toward me. “I’m looking forward to it.”
Hearing such a cute thing from her, my own anticipation also rises.
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