episode_0061

Karen and I chattered excitedly like children going out to play in the city. Even though I had to pass a lot of things without a chance to stop and look, the important thing was that I had Karen by my side.

The interrupter named Becky was also able to have some quiet time alone thanks to her chatting with others.

It was such a fun time that the travel time to the destination felt so short.

“Wow, are those all academy buildings?”

I admired a little as our destination slowly came into view.

Traum Imperial Academy. Several buildings surrounded by strong walls looked down upon us with a noble appearance.

As I got closer, I felt like I could clearly feel the majesty and the aura of a prestigious educational institution competing for the best on the continent.

“It’s really cool… .”

Karen’s eyes brightened like a baby deer as she said that.

“I heard that Catherine wanted to work here when she was young.”

“Really?”

“Yes. Although I later realized the reality and gave up.”

It was something I brought up while drunk. After building a career as an adventurer, he wanted to retire at an appropriate age and become an academy instructor.

It was an ambition unimaginable to Catherine, a married woman now in her thirties.

Unlike her usual mischievous self, seeing her with her shoulders slumped and talking self-deprecatingly made me feel like I wanted to comfort her.

I hate to admit it, but having a human face made me feel better even though I was in a dire situation.

I unconsciously grabbed Catherine’s hand that was on the table.

Shocked.

Catherine looks at me with a surprised face. A blush appeared on my cheeks, perhaps because of the alcohol.

A few seconds of silence.

Suddenly, a strange current flowed between us.

Feeling strange, I hurriedly said a few words of comfort and let go of his hand.

Catherine opened her lips as if to say something, but ended up closing them completely.

If she wasn’t married… .

I cut off the continuing thoughts. What would have happened if she wasn’t a married woman?

It is a meaningless assumption. Thinking about other women when Karen is next to you is just a waste of energy.

“When we return to Quien, let’s talk to Catherine about the academy. I’m sure you’ll like it.”

“As expected, Karen is pretty and has a kind heart. good. When I go back to Quien, I have to brag to my sister.”

Karen chuckled.

“I have a good relationship with Catherine.”

“We get along well. I guess it’s because he’s the person I’ve known the longest in Quien.”

“Isn’t that what it is?”

“It’s completely different. To be honest, I’m just going along with it.”

“Is that so?”

“That’s right.”

Karen smiled softly without saying a word. I felt embarrassed because it seemed like I was looking at a child who was acting cutely.

I cleared my throat once and changed the topic.

“Anyway… … .”

Even as I continued the conversation with Karen, Catherine’s face still lingered in my mind.

She is someone who helped me in the past and a good friend… But now it is also an obstacle to love.

Although she is a married woman and is not in a position to behave as unruly as Becky and has a better personality, she needs to be wary of impure touches that approach her under the guise of a friend.

It would be nice if he came to his senses while I was gone… .

I plan to put it on the watch list for now and watch the progress.

‘It’s not a good idea to try to cross the line when you have a handsome and kind-hearted husband.’

You should know that if you are too greedy, you can lose what you already have.

She was truly a foolish woman.

‘… … .’

… .of course.

Of course, it’s not that I haven’t imagined something like that.

Although Catherine may be a bit immature, she is basically a good person and looks good, so I sometimes, very occasionally, thought this way.

What if I was Catherine’s man?

If she was single, if she didn’t have a husband.

Maybe I could have become a husband. They don’t become a couple by receiving an official marriage proposal, but they have a child first and get their noses pierced.

I don’t know anything else, but it didn’t seem boring. Because I wasn’t a boring person.

Of course, in reality, Catherine was already married, so it was nothing more than an empty delusion.

Well, aren’t there often times in life when you think about ‘what if’? This is just a story at that level.

It may seem obvious, but Karen is the only person I have right now. She is my only woman.

‘And honestly, compared to Catherine, I’m a waste.’

Even if I remove my emotions and look at everything from an extremely objective perspective, I still think I’m better than Catherine.

“Phew.”

I sighed and let out the random thoughts that were messing with my head. Karen asked curiously at the sudden sigh.

“What’s wrong?”

“Just… I felt like I was in the capital again.”

“Aha. Well, I’m still a bit dazed.”

Before I knew it, the top had almost reached the main gate of the academy. A white structure reminiscent of the Arc de Triomphe greeted us ahead.

“The academy has a grand entrance.”

“That’s a deal that’s been around since the academy was first established.”

“Really? It’s been so long.”

“Yes. It seems bigger than what I saw in the book.”

While we were admiring like country bumpkins, there were several conversations with the Academy staff at the front of the group, and then the front door slowly opened.

“I didn’t know I could get into the academy. I just wanted to go and I’m lucky.”

“Ahaha… .”

Karen smiles awkwardly. if?

“Did Karen know?”

She nodded awkwardly.

“Sorry. They say confidentiality is the rule… .”

“You even have to apologize. You mean that you devoted yourself to your work? It’s better because she’s a woman who does her job well, right? And it feels like a surprise gift.”

The corner of Karen’s mouth twitched at my words. It looked like he was trying hard to hold back his laughter, but it was all visible.

It was obvious that Karen was happy, but I pretended not to notice and admired Karen’s expression.

“… There’s something strange about the way you look at me.”

After all, it’s cute.

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“Damn… .”

“Why are you so sore?”

“Becky, please be quiet.”

“I tried to talk to you because I was alone for a long time, but wasn’t the response too cold?”

I ignored Becky who was scoffing next to me and sighed heavily.

“I miss Karen… .”

“If anyone sees it, they will think that we have been apart for a year. We’ll meet soon anyway, but I’m afraid.”

“Haaa… .”

It was good when I just entered the academy. It was a place I had wanted to visit for a long time, and having Karen by my side was just the icing on the cake.

But the happy times did not last long.

Not long after entering the academy, Karen and I broke up.

Among the group, the driver, the top staff, Karen, and the two librarians entered the academy with the luggage they were carrying. As for the rest… .

Of course, we weren’t left behind, and a woman wearing a butler’s uniform appeared from somewhere and was leading us.

“As expected, it’s because it’s a famous academy, so it’s big, isn’t it, oppa?”

“Ha… .”

“I wonder if a young person keeps sighing like that. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity has come, but are you going to keep drooping?”

If you just listen to me, you’ll think I’ve lived a long life. I glanced at Becky.

“How about the bed? It won’t creak, right?”

She shamelessly said what she had to say without paying any heed to the stares.

The place we are going now is the guest accommodations inside the academy. This was where I would stay while staying in the capital.

“You live, live, sleep all at the academy.”

Becky said excitedly.

“If you like it that much, why don’t you take the entrance exam now?”

“Ehey. Why are people so crooked? A tough man is not popular.”

“Haaa… .”

I had to deal with Becky’s nonsense until I got to my accommodation.

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In front of a building, a woman wearing a butler’s uniform stopped and turned towards us.

“This is where you will stay.”

“Oh… Is it really okay?”

Becky muttered, looking up at the building.

“Two people share one room and meals are provided free of charge.”

“I guess they give us food for free.”

“Please keep in mind that basically entering other areas of the academy is prohibited. However, it is possible to enter some places by applying for entry in advance and receiving permission.”

The woman listed the accessible places.

“Oh. It wasn’t as clogged as I thought.”

“Be quiet.”

“And since going out at night is restricted without a justifiable reason, I would appreciate it if you could understand this.”

“Finally.” The woman continued speaking.

“Is there any adventurer who would like to spar with an academy student?”

The adventurers looked at the woman with dumbfounded faces due to the sudden sparring. Even with all the eyes focused on her, the woman didn’t move at all.

“There is no need to worry. Not only will we limit your mana, but even if you get injured, we will take responsibility and treat you. It will be conducted under the supervision of a professor, and we promise that we will not be held responsible under any circumstances for the results of the sparring.”

The conversation continued.

“It’s great for students to be able to gain combat experience with veteran adventurers, and I think it will be a valuable experience for you as well.”

After finishing speaking, the woman made an expression that said, “Ah.”

“It may not be much, but you will be compensated, so we ask for your participation.”

I could feel the eyes of some adventurers changing when they talked about compensation. After all, there is nothing like money to lure adventurers.

“Oppa, are you going to do it?”

“Well. I’ll have to think about it a bit. What about you?”

“I will do it. I’ve been wanting to hang out with an academy student for a while now.”

I clicked my tongue lightly.

“Don’t cry when you get beaten.”

“Ha, you just have to see how long and short it is.”

“They say you are brave if you are ignorant.”

“Now I have to show my skills.”

What on earth do you believe and why are you so confident? Even though they are younger than us, they are talented people who have been recognized for their talent, so I think we are taking them too lightly.

Of course, it is unlikely that they will send out a top tier team, but wouldn’t their basic skills be outstanding?

Honestly, there is nothing bad about it. If the opponent defeats Becky, I would welcome it. I want to humiliate him as much as possible.

The woman in butler clothes, who was carefully watching our reactions, opened her mouth.

“The sparring is scheduled for three days later, so if you are interested in participating, please let me know by the day after tomorrow. My room is on the first floor of the accommodation. Well then, rest in peace.”

With that said, we were assigned a room and had some free time.

Departure for Quien is approximately 10 days later. Until then, I plan to stay in tourist mode and make the most of it.

“What are you going to do, oppa?”

“I need to rest today. Tomorrow, when I have time, I will go on a date with Karen.”

“Do you want to play with me too?”

“Nothing.”

“That slut is expensive.”

“What?”

Becky shrugged her shoulders in a virtuous manner.

“No, that’s right. How many times have you cummed in my pussy? Do you still have chastity?”

“You… !”

I quickly looked around. Fortunately, no one seemed to be listening.

Jerk.

Becky took a step closer. As the distance gets closer, the difference in height and physique becomes more noticeable.

A faint desire flickers in the gaze looking down at me. The lips twitch, creating a subtle sneer.

She spoke with an expression that only those with an upper hand over their opponents could make.

“I don’t care if my brother goes on a date or builds up his pride. All you have to do is stop when I tell you to stop and fuck when I tell you to fuck.”

“… … .”

Suddenly Becky appeared in the face. My body stiffened from the force I felt from her.

“Don’t criticize people on the subject of being a rag. Do you understand?”

“… … .”

Eat.

Becky raised her eyebrows and stepped back.

“It’s cute. See you later then.”

With just those words, she left without hesitation.

“… Bad bitch.”

I bit my lip, looking in the direction Becky had left. He was really, really an unbelievable bastard.

How much will they demand of my body in the future? I was already worried.

“Ugh… .”

How did the highly anticipated trip to the capital end up like this? One loach ruined everything.

“No reason to get involved with a woman like that.”

I sighed, I don’t know how many times, and went back to the room I was assigned to.

But I didn’t know at the time. Becky wasn’t the only one who had to be careful.