Teleportation skill.

We were searching for him with the others when he suddenly appeared before us, sending only me flying to a different location.

When I asked why he’d separated us from the girls... he said he wasn’t good around women.

And yeah, dealing with the opposite sex is tough.

Especially at our age.

Friends who are always cracking jokes suddenly go quiet when a girl is nearby.

I totally get how having the other gender around can mess with your head.

For me too, if we hadn’t ended up on this desert island, I probably wouldn’t have gotten close to any of them.

My relationship with Moyoko would have stayed platonic, and my progress with Chiga might have dragged on through university or well into the future.

"Still, that’s some crazy power. Can you fly other people along with you?"

Plus, the precision to aim exactly at the back of Micron while he’s flying is insane too.

Is it the ability adjusting itself, or is it just the skill level behind the teleportation?

"It's not enough to save everyone on the island."

"It's not that grand."

"Then my power isn't much of a deal, either."

"I get it. We both brought powerful abilities, right?"

Realizing that a contest of modesty would be a waste of time, I summed it up with a wry smile.

"...I haven't expressed gratitude for that, have I? If my memory serves me right, Kuano was the first to mention the abilities."

While it was Shouko's credit for spreading the word to everyone, this might just be taken as her being modest.

"Then... you're welcome."

"Now, to the main point. Please stop tracking my scent."

"Do you need any supplies?"

When I asked, the Senpuurin paused briefly in thought.

"...A trade? The only thing I can offer is information."

"That's what I want in exchange."

"But having a woman wandering into our operational area is problematic."

"Ah, I see."

"Let me be clear: I'm not looking at you in a romantic way. My taste runs much older, if anything."

Come to think of it, the Dharmachakra is quite rational.

Even in conditions like these, he keeps himself relatively well-groomed and has good circulation showing in his complexion.

The thought made me shudder—what if the Dharmachakra had found us while his mind was in a state of turmoil?

It could be called fortunate for our party that his preferences were outside of our age group.

But he has an older preference... Does he like college students or, say, career women?

No wait, Lumines-sensei is also in our class. If he considered someone like her a "woman"... does that mean his taste runs even older...?

"Then what about this? Suppose the information from the Dharmachakra contains the locations of the materials we need. I'll be the only one to retrieve them."

"If I teleport Takano, it will shorten the working time considerably... Not a bad proposal."

"Let's do that, then."

As I felt relieved at the deal coming together, the Dharmachakra cast a suspicious gaze my way.

"Why do you insist so strongly on trading with me?"

Indeed, going out of my way to actively search for other students might seem unnatural.

"It's because Sensei Luminas is worried about her students."

There was no need to hide it, so I told him the truth.

At my answer, Tenpou-in nodded vigorously, as if satisfied with the explanation.

"I see, it's for a woman, huh?"

"You're not wrong, but that phrasing sounds like it could lead to misunderstandings."

"It's nothing to worry about. In the face of love, status and age are irrelevant."

At his words, I couldn't help but react.

"Huh? Judging by that way of putting it... could it be that Tenpou-in..."

Tenpou-in hesitated for a moment, looking uncertain, before turning to face me.

"...If we're of the same kind, I'll keep my mouth shut about it. Yes, I'm seeing Sensei Tensei from History."

"Wait, really!"

But wasn't she in her forties?

Some people just have such a thing for older women.

"Unless a woman is that composed, I can't hold a proper conversation with her. It must be a hassle living with that many girls, being as wild as you are."

"It's noisy but fun."

"...Well, everyone is different. Anyway, for the sake of reuniting with my lover, I will definitely return to Japan."

I understood the rational reasons behind Tenpouren’s behavior.

It would be partly due to his mental fortitude, but there was likely another factor: he had no female romantic interests.

Ideally, I’d want to use Shiine’s "lie-detection ability" to confirm the truth, but here I decided to just trust her.

She didn't look like she was lying.

"Well, take it easy."

"Ah. We'll meet every three days. When the sun is directly overhead, I will be at the designated spot. The designated spot is right here where we are standing now."
"Understood. That works fine."

Soon, the others would come here. If it were Mashiro, she’d probably memorize this location and return to it.

"By the way, Takano, what if the option 'Teacher' came up again in the future?"

Like that mysterious blackboard presenting a binary choice at the end of each day.

The chosen entity would be deployed onto the island.

The entities deployed varied: terrain, food, animals, monsters, teachers...

"Right, you're asking what I'd do if Tenpouren presented a choice where 'Lover' was an option, huh? Hmm. Well, if it were me, I wouldn't choose it. I don't want to put someone I like through such hardship."

Hearing my answer, Tenpouren fell silent for about ten seconds.

「……I see, that makes sense. But have you considered another angle? What if we deliberately choose this, so we can both enjoy the benefits of the desert island?”

Benefits, huh.

「……It’s true, though. Our lifespan increases each day, and depending on the points, we can gain further perks. If I’m confident enough to survive unscathed, it could work.」

The desert island offers perks simply for surviving.

If one has the strength to actively pursue those benefits, deliberately choosing it might be viable.

The drawback is that we don’t know how the other party feels about it.

「That’s the point. If she gets summoned to this island in the future, Kuno, I want you to provide aid.」

Senpai bowed her head desperately, making her request.

「Supplies or a base? That wouldn’t be an issue, though.」

「If that’s possible, feel free to use me personally however you see fit.」

A teleporter effectively becomes an ally.

This is a substantial reward.

From her perspective, the age gap with her lover is a serious issue.

Extending one’s lover’s lifespan is a significant benefit.

Of course, the teachers have their feelings too... but once it comes down to a two-choice decision, one of them is bound to be summoned.

Just as the student vote had brought Teacher Luminous.

"...Understood. In that case, I'll persuade everyone to cast our team's ten votes for her."

"Thank you, Tamano."

Tenpou offered his hand, so I shook it.

"It was nothing."

"Not just about the deal. Thank you for not denying or laughing off my feelings for her.

A high school boy who has a thing for mature women..."

Honestly, there'd probably be people who'd laugh or recoil at that.

But I couldn't bring myself to joke about it.

"It's your freedom who you choose to like."

"---!"

Tenpou tightened his grip during the handshake.

"...What's wrong?"

"I can only conclude that we're going to be best friends for life."

"I-is that so?"

I didn't really understand it, but I'd ended up with a lifelong friend.

"...Sorry, but I'm leaving now. I'll take my reward next time."

「Hmm? ...Ah, Mashiro is closing in.»

Sand smoke was rising from a little further down the path.

At what speed are they moving?

"Although it was to speak with you this time, I acted unreasonably. I may not be forgiven, but please tell them that I have apologized."

That's right. I quickly realized the Tenpuurin had no ill intent toward me... but what about my companions?

Could they be coming here at full speed, worried about my safety?

Thinking about it like that, from my companions' perspective, the Tenpuurin must be the arch-villain.

「Ah... I see. I'll try to handle it smoothly when I speak with them."

With a light nod, the Tenpuurin vanished like smoke in the next instant.

Just then, my companions arrived.

Mashiro, Mikuron, and Kuryu Kyoo came to an abrupt halt near me.

"Soul!"

As soon as Chizuru jumped off Mikuron, she ran out and threw herself into my arms.

Tears welled up in her eyes.

I caught Chiyu and immediately held her close in return.

It was different from the monster battle just now, where I knew I was safe but still caused worry.

Without even knowing if I was safe, it must have been terrifying beyond words for them.

"Sousuke!" "Sousuke-kun!" "Sousuke-san!" "Master!" "So-suke!"

After Chiyu, Shouko, Shiin, Fukhou, Loa, and Serina pounced on me, and I finally couldn't take it and collapsed.

It felt less like being hugged and more like being crushed in a pile-up, but seeing everyone's tears and relieved expressions left me speechless.

The Tensouin wasn't a bad guy, and we even managed to establish a cooperative relationship, but...

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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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