A white void, with a blackboard floating within it.
Only desks and chairs were present, and those summoned were the party members.
There were six of us: me, Chiyu, Yobiko, Shiin, Fukaho, plus Loa.
”…So you’re saying that people who are moving together really do get called out as a group?”
Roa was surprised, as this was the first time she had come here with others—excluding the initial visit.
“Day six has ended.”
[A monster addition is announced]
The phrase displayed on the blackboard sent a tense atmosphere through the room.
“——Ugh…!”
…So it finally came to pass…
I had predicted this before, but I didn’t think it would actually happen.
This desert island is another world, and the purpose of the mysterious blackboard is to observe us.
They want to see how we adapt; they don’t want our lives to be monotonous.
“They give us new hardships right after we’ve gotten used to surviving here. What a jerk.”
“Hold on, hold on. What’s a monster? Like… wait, you mean monsters from manga or games are actually going to show up? Slimes and goblins and all that?”
“I’ve been trying not to think about it, but if Mashiro-kun exists, there’s a chance enemy monsters like Fenrir could appear too, right…”
Hearing Shion’s words, Miko went pale. “Eh?! No way…!”
“I’m not an expert on the subject, but does it mean imaginary creatures are appearing within the island?”
“It’s extremely dangerous for those without combat capabilities, and even those who have secured a base need to divert their attention to defense.”
Fukaho and Rorua remained calm, though they wore pensive expressions.
‘Regarding Monsters
Monsters are added at irregular intervals.
The monsters placed will be selected by all participants using the “Question” time.
Monsters harbor malice toward humans.
Monsters can be defeated.
Monsters vanish once their life functions cease.
Those who defeat monsters will have points added to their score.’”
“Points… I see. So if I have a positive point balance when returning to Japan, there’s a bonus?”
Conversely, if it goes negative, the penalty is a coma lasting as many days as the deficit in points.
“It’s not just that additional dangers are thrown at us; they’re even preparing rewards. It’s getting increasingly insidious.”
”…The fact that they won’t disclose the specifics of the point system really drives home how shady it is.”
Shion agreed with Chii’s complaints.
“That’s to be expected, in a sense. If it became clear that defeating monsters earned ‘1’ point, people with troublesome minds would start appearing, wouldn’t they?”
“Huh? Minoriin, what do you mean?”
Shouko tilted her head, and I answered.
“Remember when we discussed the penalties earlier?” “Yeah. What about them?”
“Actions involving murder, including suicide, carry a penalty of minus ‘1825’ points. That’s roughly five years. If the points gained from monster hunting were made explicit here—calculations would become possible.”
“C-c-calculations… You don’t mean that some kid is planning to kill someone and then hunt monsters to offset it? T-there’s no way they would—”
While Shouko’s willingness to trust her classmates was a commendable trait, I felt the need to account for the worst-case scenario.
For one thing, we had just encountered someone who started firing guns during the previous event.
From the other party’s perspective, it might not be any different from me, who imposed the stone cage.
“Let’s say this is just a hypothetical scenario. Besides, don’t some people try to use suicide instead of killing others? Since you can return to Earth even after death, what happens if you earn enough points there to have your penalty canceled?”
”…Ah! You can go back to Earth with zero risk!?”
“Exactly. It would be the same as obtaining ‘Return Rights.’”
“I see, I get it. That’s why you weren’t elaborating on the points.”
Shouko seemed to have accepted the explanation.
Since the amount of points obtained is unknown, and there is no way to check the total accumulated points, the participants cannot make that judgment.
It seems they intend to treat it strictly as a factor determining whether you can obtain additional bonuses upon clearing.
If one goblin was worth “1” point, it might be worth fighting for, but if it were only “0.1” points, I wouldn’t have the motivation to actively hunt them.
“The addition of monsters is also a concern, but does ‘the time for questions’ refer to binary voting? In that case, there will be days when monsters are added instead of elements that would be beneficial to us.”
Rao’s concern was well-founded.
The days where only favorable elements were arranged for our benefit had come to an end.
From now on, troublesome matters would increase.
“We might have to rely more often on Mashiro, Micron, or Deep Law’s power.”
“Yes, leave it to us…!”
“Uu… I know, but there’s nothing we can do about it…”
Shouko was likely worried about the summoned beasts. I understood how she felt.
I didn’t want those two to get hurt, either.
“What’s the definition of a kill?”
Chiyu asked, seeking clarification.
“The individual who dealt the final damage at the moment a monster ceases its life functions is recognized as the killer.”
“And what constitutes damage?”
“It refers to any interference that results in injury.”
——Those capable of fighting certainly had the advantage, but this meant non-combatants could earn points too.
All they needed was to cooperate with their companions to carve even a single small wound into a dying monster with a knife or similar tool.
After all, the point went to “the one who dealt the final damage.”
“Question. Between soybeans and corn, which is essential for our future lives?”
Everyone had been bracing for impact, but they let out a collective sigh of relief.
It doesn’t look like any monsters have been added.
“Soybeans / Corn”
Still, as usual, the questions came without any warning…
We hadn’t even finished processing the monster situation yet.
”…Looks like today’s different,” he muttered.
「I’m not a sadist who would force immediate implementation on a whim, am I?」
“Hey everyone, normally you vote for what you like, but could I please get you all to vote for soybeans today?”
Shion’s expression was earnest.
They’re essential for making both soy sauce and miso, so it made sense that our head cook, Shion, would want them.
Not that we didn’t want them too.
We exchanged glances and voted for the soybeans.
However, the overall votes were split, with corn momentarily taking the lead.
Apparently, to the rest of our classmates, corn seemed more appealing because they could pull it off the stalks and roast or boil it right away to get a meal in their bellies.
“Since we’ve exceeded a majority, voting will now be closed.”
“Soybeans have been secured for the environment starting from Day Seven.”
“Good…!”
Shion clenched both fists cutely in delight.
It looked like soybeans had somehow managed to win.
The fact that we alone held six votes probably played a part in that.
However, it seemed the number of people voting for soybeans had spiked all at once—was that just my imagination?
So, if things continue as they are, Day Seven will begin…
We know that we can ask questions to the mysterious blackboard during this brief respite.
“You said there were conditions for taking back the memories gained on this island, but what happens to our physical state? Will the wounds we received here be reflected when we return?”
“Physical information from the main island is reflected upon return. Injuries, scars, physical abilities, sexual experience, pregnancy, etc., will be updated as if they had existed from the start, so please take note.”
“Furthermore, since all mental disturbances are deeply linked to ‘memory,’ they will not be reflected unless the conditions are met and inherited.”
If we were to divide humans into body and mind.
The body is inherited as is, updating our bodies on Earth.
The mind can only be inherited if certain conditions are met.
That seems to be how it works.
In other words, will my toned physique and enhanced stamina also be carried over?
Part of me is grateful, while another part feels a little scared…
“Which means, condoms were mandatory.”
Sena muttered it under her breath, causing everyone’s faces to flush.
But it was an important point.
Pregnancy on this island means inheritance.
”……They say physical information is inherited, but what happens if someone actually gives birth here?”
Setting aside issues like whether she would become pregnant or how long she would spend on the island before a child was born, it was clearly a point that concerned Fukumi.
“The infant will be processed as information linked to the mother’s ‘body’ and reflected upon return.”
“Separate ‘return rights’ are not required.”
Immediately after that response, the field of view was washed in white.
“Day Seven begins.”
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even if there are actions, it won’t turn into a dark atmosphere with monster battles, so please rest assured.
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