We pulled off another impressive win in our second event.

Having cleared the grueling requirement of a perfect record, we ended up with no less than five "Return Rights."

Combined with the one we got last time, that brings our total to six.

"Waah! I knew it! You guys are amazing..."

When I told them about the victory in the living room, Shiin clapped her hands in delight.

"Congrats! This party is literally the strongest!"

After celebrating the win, Shoube high-fives Moyoko.

"...This side was a breeze."

Mukagai acted nonchalant, but since she waited in the living room the whole time, she was probably worried her own way about us.

Near Roa, who wore a proud expression, stood Professor Luminous, looking far from happy.

"It's all good, Professor. The settings for this event made sure no one got hurt."

"Y-Yes, of course... Since we've secured the rights to return to Japan for five students, it is a matter of celebration, isn't it? Congratulations, everyone."

I probably had my doubts about the fighting between students, but since the chance of injury was zero, it was actually a safer event than the sports day.

The girls' team with Sumuho seemed likely to build a good relationship through trade, so that side shouldn't fall apart either.

As for the men I fought this time, they might stubbornly refuse if we proposed a deal, but it's not something to worry about right now.

"Oh, wait. Your teacher's words reminded me. My 'Return Right' is duplicated, so I'll transfer one to someone. We didn't specifically discuss it, but would there be any problem with transferring it based on party entry order?"

He looked around at everyone.

The four who had already obtained a 'Return Right' seemed to avoid speaking up.

"Of course."

"Moi!"

"...Wow, Takano-kun! I was moved by your kindness in not hesitating to lend a hand to your friends!"

"I... it's okay with me too."

Loa, Shoube, Mr. Luminous, and Genchu agreed.

"It's yours, so sure you can keep it. But is it really okay? If you return to Japan holding multiple, there must be some bonuses or perks, right?"

Yume said, as if confirming.

That's right. The specification was such that duplicated 'Return Rights' are converted into bonus points.

Given the difficulty of acquisition, it might be exchangeable for quite a significant perk.

For instance, you might even be able to change your nature to something like being beautiful, intellectually sharp, or having outstanding athletic ability.

"Oh, no problem.

I'm transferring one 'Return Right' to 'Doumi Shiine.'" "Sou-suke-k..."

For an instant, Shiine froze.

"Whoa, it's just like the time with Sōsuke!"

Shōko's face lit up in shock.

"It sure is, boy. Turn around over there. You've got that same look you got when Shio-chan was only showing one eye in photos—pure mortification."

"Ah... ah..."

I see, so this is what it feels like...

During the first event, I alone was summoned into a pitch-white void and asked if I wanted to use my 'Right of Return.'

It seems my consciousness took a bit longer to snap back at the base that time, leaving me standing there in a daze while everyone worried about me.

Because I transferred my right, Shion must have been summoned as well—her mind alone.

"...Hah. Right now, it's just me in this white classroom... wait, why is Sōsuke-kun turning his back on me?"

"Don't worry. We've died defending your pure maidenly heart."

"...? N-no way, did I make some weird face?"

"Sōsuke didn't see it, so no worries, none!"

"Ugh..."

"Ah, is it okay for me to turn around now?" "Y-yes. Of course."

When I turned back, there was Shion's usual endearing face.

"If you're here, that means he decided to hold off on the ritual."

"Hehe, naturally. I want to go home with Sōsuke and everyone else."

Shion smiled, walked up to me, and threw her arms around me in a tight hug from the front. "S-S... Shion?!"

"Thank you, Sōsuke-kun. I'm truly happy about this."

Tears welled up in Shion's eyes.

"I know! I'm happy too!"

Just then, Yoruko came over and hugged him as well.

"Mm. Knowing that I can go home anytime makes a huge difference mentally."

Chiyu followed suit.

"Wha—hold on, wait! I'm about to pass out here!"

As I started to topple backward, someone embraced me from behind to support me.

"Yeah... it goes without saying that we should all go home together, but realizing for myself that I can actually return is a big deal."

Fukuhō pressed her cheek and chest against my back as she spoke.

"Um... um, well, I'm the new one here, but you let me participate in such an important event right after I joined, and you've accepted me as a team member. That makes me really happy."

Was it Genchu? She placed her hands gently on my shoulders, supporting me.

"I see... so be it."

I felt like I understood the joy in the expressions of the five of them.

They had moved from days where returning home was a possibility of unknown timing to days where returning home was always an option.

Of course, I have no intention of leaving my comrades behind, and there are still many things I want to bring back with me.

But the psychological burden is vastly different depending on whether one has the certainty that they can return or not.

Even if they didn't show it outwardly, maybe everyone was anxious.

"Aah, I'll work together with everyone to get shares for the four of you too, so don't worry."

I told Roa, Mugen, Shoube, and Professor Luminas as well, making sure not to give the impression that they were being left out.

"I will do everything within my power."

"…………Mm-hmm"

"I really need to step up my game with all sorts of things too. Please tell me anything, seriously."

"Thank you very much. However, Teacher, we cannot leave the other students behind and go back..."

Each person likely has their own thoughts, but I want to avoid any jealousy toward those who have already obtained the "Right of Return" disrupting our unity.

Well, I think it's safe to say we're in good shape with this crew.

Besides, the fact that I transferred my rights to Shiina should have been valid, too.

With a party like this one, they must have understood that even if they couldn't obtain the 'Right of Return' directly themselves, it would eventually be passed down to them once their turn came up.

I hadn't intended it as such, but looking back on it now, I suppose that effect could also be expected.

At that moment, Shouko's stomach let out a loud rumble.

"Ah, ahaha... I guess I was starving."

"Heehee, I'll go make breakfast right away." "Hmm. I'll help out too."

"I shall assist as well."

Shiina, Sanae, and Roa headed toward the kitchen.

"After we're done eating, let's go catch some of those newly added river fish, and when that's over, maybe track down the remaining males and pitch them a trade."

"That sounds like a wonderful idea! I'll work hard to catch lots of fish myself to increase our trading stock!"

Professor Luminas was fired up.

He really is a good teacher who cares about his students.

"Kunono..."

Before I knew it, Yumekai had come right up beside me.

"What's up?"

"You're amazing, you know that?"

That gaze is tinged with a sense of respect.

"Hm? Ah, you mean the 'Right of Return'? Well, it's just part of that arrangement."

"...Hey. Say I made a promise to give half of my winnings if I hit first prize on the lottery. If I actually won, how many people do you think would really go through with giving up half?"

"Oh... You're implying that most people would let greed get the better of them and renege on their word?"

"Mm. Or maybe they'd demand a corresponding price for it. I think that feels more human to me. But you didn't hesitate to hand it over to Shion."

"The terms of transfer specify it must be done without compensation, after all."

"It's not about that. You weighed the benefits and chose Shion. That just shows how much she means to you." "Hm... Well, I suppose so, I guess."

It felt embarrassing being reminded of it again, but perhaps Dream Realm was right.

No matter how I looked at it, I couldn't have handed it over to just anyone.

"That's so cool."

"Ah, thanks."

If complimented sincerely, modestly declining would likely be rude.

Yet I felt a flush of embarrassment heat up my face.

"Well, I did make sure to pass the proper share to Dream Realm, though."

"..."

I said it to brush off the awkwardness, but Yumezai opened her eyes wide in surprise.

"Y-Yumezai?"

"...It's nothing. Ah, I'll go help with the cooking too."

Yumezai hurried out of the living room.

Her ears looked all red...

"Soji, you went and did it, didn't you?"

Mekako, who had been sitting at the table waiting for the meal to be served, shot me a withering look.

"W-What do you mean?"

"You gave Seon your 'Return Right' because she's important to you, right? So does that mean you're giving it to Seirina too?"

"—Ah."

It must have sounded to Yumezai like, "You are just as important to me as my lover, Seon."

"I didn't lie or anything, so let's call it a day. In fact, any further explanation is forbidden. You'll only hurt Seirina's feelings."

"...So does that make me the guy who suddenly started spouting cheesy lines?"

"Wouldn't that be better?"

Trying to explain myself and risk hurting Yumezai might not be worth it; leaving things as they are is probably for the best.

Because it was true—I did intend to give Yumezai the 'Return Right'.
"Yeah, you're right. Let's leave it at that."

"That's the way to go. Just make sure to take proper responsibility for it, okay?"

"...Hm?"

"Nah, nothing!"

Mekako flopped her arms onto the table with a heavy thud.

Like Chiyu, did he become a proponent of the harem setup?

Or was it just him giving up?

Either way, life on the desert island would continue for quite some while longer.

Today was still just halfway through Day Ten.

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We managed to win again at the second event.

We cleared the tough condition of winning all the time and got five "return rights."

Including the one we got last time, we ended up getting six.

"Wow! You guys are amazing..."

When I told Shion about our victory, she clapped her hands in delight.

"Congratulations! This party is the strongest!"

Shoubu congratulated us and high-fived with Haya.

"...It was nothing over here."

Mukai was indifferent, but she had been waiting for us in the living room the whole time, so she must have been worried.

Near Roa's proud face, Lumina-sensei looks gloomy.

"Don't worry, Sensei. No one got hurt in this event."

"T-That's right... We got five students' rights to return to Japan, so we should be happy. Congratulations, everyone."

The part about it being a conflict between students probably raised some eyebrows, but since there was no risk of injury, it was actually safer than the sports festival.

Since they seemed to have built a good relationship with the girls' team through a deal, there was no reason for that to fall apart.

The guys they fought against might stubbornly refuse if they offered them a deal, but that wasn't something to worry about right now.

"Oh, right. I remembered something from what the teacher said. Since my 'Return Right' is duplicated, I'll transfer it to someone else. I didn't really consult anyone about this, but is it okay to transfer it according to the order in which we joined the party?" He looked around at everyone.

The four who already had the 'Return Right' seemed to be avoiding speaking up. "Of course!" "Of course!"

"...That's wonderful, Kouno-kun! Your willingness to help a friend without hesitation is truly touching!" "I'm fine, too."

Roa, Shoubu, Lumina-sensei, and Genju agreed.

"...It's fine since it's Kouno's, but are you sure? If you keep multiple 'Return Rights' and return to Japan, you'll get some kind of bonus, right?" Muuki asked to confirm.

That's right. The duplicate 'Return Rights' could be converted into bonus points.

Considering how difficult it was to obtain them, it might be a considerable benefit.

For example, it might even allow you to change your own nature, like being handsome, intelligent, and athletic.

"Yeah, it's fine. I'll transfer one of my 'Return Rights' to 'Umi no Shion'." "Sou-kun—" Shion froze for a moment.

「Oh, it’s the same as before with Sohju!」 Shouko looks surprised.

「Sou-kun, turn around. Shio-chan, you’re making a face like when you got your picture taken with half-closed eyes.」 「Ah, ah…」

So this is how it’s supposed to look…

During the first event, I was the only one summoned to a completely white space and asked if I wanted to use my ‘return right’.

At that time, it seems my consciousness returned to the base a little late, and everyone was worried about me standing there dazed.

Because I transferred my right, Shion must have been summoned only mentally as well.

「…Hah. Right now, I’m the only one in this white classroom… Wait, why is Sohju-kun facing away?」

「Don’t worry. We’ve protected Shio-chan’s maiden heart.」

「…? M, maybe I made a weird face?」

「Sohju didn’t see it, so don’t worry!」 「Ugh…」

「Ah, can I turn around now?」 「Y-Yeah, of course.」

When I turned around, Shion’s usual delicate face was there.

「You’re here, so you must have put off exercising your power, right?」

「Hehe, of course. I want to go home with Kousuke-kun and everyone.」

Shion smiled and came right up to me, hugging me tightly from the front. 「S-Shion?」

「Thank you, Kousuke-kun. I’m really happy.」 Shion’s eyes were wet.

「I understand! I’m happy too!」

Then, there was also Suzuko hugging me.

「Mm. Knowing that I can go home whenever I want is a huge mental difference.」 Chiyu continued.

「Whoa, wait, wait, I’m about to fall over.」

As I was about to fall backward, someone hugged me from behind to support me.

「That’s right… Going home with everyone is a given, but being able to think that I can go home whenever I want is a big deal.」

Shinpo said this while pressing her cheek and chest against my back.

「Um… Um, I’m new, but I’m so happy to be allowed to participate in such an important event and to be accepted as a member.」

Is she a phantom? She pressed both hands on my shoulder as if to support me. "I see... That's right."

I could understand their joy.

They had changed from days when they didn't know when they could return to days when they could return at any time.

Of course, I didn't intend to leave my friends behind, and there were still things I wanted to take back.

But there was a huge difference in psychological burden between having the certainty of being able to return and not having it.

Maybe everyone was worried, even if they didn't show it.

"Ah, I'll get the four of you a share too. We'll all work together to get it, so don't worry."

To avoid giving the impression that they were left out, I also told Loa, Dream World, Makeup, and Lumina-sensei.

"I will do my best to help." "......Yeah."

"I really need to do my best too. You can tell me anything, really."

"Thank you. But I can't leave the other students behind."

Everyone probably had their own thoughts, but I wanted to avoid jealousy and discord among those who had already obtained the 'right to return.'

Well, I think we're safe with this group.

And, I believe transferring the rights to Shion was effective.

With this party, even if I don't directly obtain the 'Return Rights', I should have known that I'd receive them when it's my turn.

I didn't really plan it that way, but now that I think about it, it could have that effect.

At that moment, Shaki's stomach rumbled loudly.

"Ah, ahaha... I was hungry."

"Haha, I'll make breakfast right away." "Mm. I'll help too."

"I shall also assist."

Shion, Chiyu, and Roa head to the kitchen.

"After breakfast, I'll go fishing for the additional river fish, and then I'll look for the remaining boys and try to make a deal."

"That's a wonderful idea! I'll do my best to catch fish and increase the bargaining material!" Lumina-sensei is fired up. She's really a caring teacher. "Kouya..."

Before I knew it, Muuki had come over to me. "What's up?" "You're amazing."

That look in her eyes held a sense of respect.

"Ah, you mean the 'right of return'? That's what the agreement says."

"Say, if I promised to give you half the prize if you won the lottery, how many people would actually keep their word?"

"Ah, you're saying most people would break their promise because they'd be greedy?"

"Yeah, or they'd ask for something in return. I think that's more human, but you didn't hesitate to give it to Shion."

"The conditions for transfer are that it's无偿的.

「That's not what I mean. You chose Shiono over your own interests. That means you care about her a lot, right?」 「U... Well, I guess that's true.」

It's embarrassing to be told that, but maybe he's right.

I couldn't have given it to someone I didn't care about, no matter what. 「You're cool.」 「Ah, thank you.」

It's rude to be modest when someone compliments you sincerely.

But I feel so embarrassed that my face is hot.

「But I'll still give it to you properly, Dream World.」 「――――」

I said that to mask my embarrassment, but Yumika looked surprised. "Y-Yumika?"

"…………It's nothing. Ah, I'll help with the cooking too." Yumika hurried out of the living room.

Her ears looked red... "Sousuke, you did it."

Shakou, who had been waiting at the dining table for the food, gave me a sharp look. "W-What?"

"You gave Shi-on the 'right of return' because she's important to you, right? So you're giving it to Seirin too?" "――Ah."

So Yumika thought I was saying that Seirin was just as important to me as Shi-on.

"I didn't lie, so it's fine. Actually, you're not allowed to explain yourself. Seirin would get hurt."

"...So, does that mean I'm the guy who suddenly spouted cheesy lines?" "Isn't that better?"

It might be better to leave it as it is rather than risk hurting Yumika by trying to explain.

After all, I really did intend to give Seirin the 'right of return.' "Yeah, I'll do that."

"That's good. Make sure to take responsibility." "…………Huh?" "Nothing."

Shakou flopped her arm on the table.

Maybe she became a supporter of the harem, like a thousand recoveries? Or was it more like giving up?

Either way, life on the desert island still continues. Today is still halfway through the tenth day.

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