Episode 203: Sunny Morning
Good morning!!!!!!!!!
It’s such a refreshing morning!!!!!!!
“Good morning ^^ Even though I haven’t slept, but hey…”
Mizuki Senpai is the same.
She seemed to have had a tough meeting, and we can’t overburden just her.
I’ll contribute by taking down Fake Siera in secret…
“Truly impressive, My Lord. However, if you were to fall ill, it would be troubling. You mustn’t overdo it. Make sure to take proper naps.”
“A warm-bodied Loli Ciera who takes naps does exist.”
“Of course.”
Perverts shouldn’t resonate with each other like that.
Besides, there’s no way I’d overdo it.
As long as this heart holds the brilliance of beautiful girls, I am immortal!
After performing some mysterious moves in front of Tourak and having breakfast with Hikari and Mizuki Senpai in the morning…
There’s no way I wouldn’t be energized!
So, from here on out, the three of us are going to study about the Sanctuary.
None of us know anything about Sanctuaries.
Don’t call us the trio of idiots!
“Heads-up, even Solciera is cute when she tries too hard to do mysterious moves but ends up spinning her wheels ^^”
“There are plenty of heartwarming episodes, My Lord.”
There aren’t plenty.
Don’t create derivative works based on Solciera.
“Ah, look over there! The pamphlet says we can study about the Sanctuary there!”
“Huge, isn’t it? …Someday, I want to build something as grand as that with Phectom.”
“I agree.”
The three of us walk side by side.
And yet, Kroma is incredibly crowded even before nine.
This is the effect of the cultural festival…
“But even with all these people around, Solciera remains the cutest, doesn’t she?”
“My Lord truly is supreme.”
Heh heh… thanks, guys!
“Edokko?”
“An Edokko type who laughs while rubbing his nose?”
Teyandee.
I’m a born-and-raised beautiful girl!
“Kei, look at the top of that tower! It’s beautiful, isn’t it? Is that a mineral?”
“…Yeah, that’s the control system for the Sanctuary. It uses relics as computational devices.”
“Wow, you’re knowledgeable. Truly impressive, Na Takikai family. Have you studied this area?”
“Just happened to.”
“How was it?”
“The beginning of the Sanctuary? Current Sanctuary users? Methods to control the Sanctuary? Investigated!”
All your sources are weak…
Put more effort into it, will ya?>_<
"But I'm not interested. It pales in comparison to Demons Gear..."
"And besides, it can be tampered with whenever one feels like it..."
I'm really glad you guys aren't enemies. Seriously. Because sanctuaries shouldn't be destroyed so easily.
"Then how about mastering it? I'd like to see Solciera using the Sanctuary, My Lord."
"It should lean more towards the dark side rather than the Sanctuary. Or an infinite space without up or down would be good. Transfer the opponent to that place and unleash your ultimate attack."
That's cool. Should Solciera try making a technique that changes space like that?
"Should I carry around a Dungeon Core? Then when we use it, I could interfere and freely alter it for you ^^"
Star Reader's Staff casually does amazing things, huh.
"I can do what my younger sister can, obviously."
A slightly smug Star Reader's Staff is reliable as always.
Just then, my original work sensor sounded a loud alarm.
Emergency! Emergency!
"Whoa, it's loud."
"What's this sound...!? How is it actually sounding. No, is it really sounding!? Does this sound exist here...? What kind of mechanism is this...!?"
Looking over, there were the usual suspects: Tourak, Lutra, and Mihaya from the original story.
What bad luck, we're about to meet the protagonist of the original story again!
"Could it be that you're investigating Fake Siera?"
"Kei, what's wrong?"
"No, nothing..."
Mizuki Senpai noticed my reaction and called out to me.
Mizuki Senpai, who doesn't miss even the smallest changes... I like her...!
"Mizu x Sol?"
"Again? Creating couples reflexively without consideration isn't good. I've learned that's a common human understanding."
"Why is the Lolicon acting like a normal person...???"
Kame is dependable in moments like these!
"Relax, My Lord. I'll guarantee all your peace from morning greetings to bedtime. Of course, I'll pat your head too."
Guess I'm on Star Reader's Staff's side after all.
Well, we can't stay here like this.
If we keep going, it'll be awkward running into Tourak and the others.
Since I left so stylishly last time, I don't want to run into them just yet!
"...Let's hurry. I hear it gets pretty crowded there."
"Mu, is that so? Then let's hurry."
"Let's hold hands so we don't get separated!"
Hikari steps in between us, holding our hands, and we dash off.
We need to hurry before Tourak spots us ^^
"Woo hoo ^^"
"Be careful not to trip, My Lord."
As we joyfully dash, Mizuki Senpai's Dive Gear suddenly sounds.
Looks like she received a message.
"Wait a moment... Hmm, apparently Miuye wants to join us."
"Miuye-chan can play with us too!?"
Yesterday, Miuye went to help with the super huge robot at Jilnias Academy.
It was supposed to end tonight, but it seems to have finished much earlier than planned.
Impressive, the number one genius beautiful girl in Phectom.
Impressive indeed!
"Let's ask her to teach us ^^"
"Calm down, count with your fingers, My Lord."
How stupid do you think I am?
If I study properly, I can be among the top students too.
"Committee President Solciera teaching the failing protagonist after school, that works. 'Your poor grades lower my evaluation too,' while enjoying those study times deep down inside ^^"
Stop creating random scenarios in my head.
"Apparently, Miuye is already in that tower. Let's go quickly and meet up with her."
"Yes! Shall we hurry? Ah, should we jump!?"
"It's dangerous if you get hurt, so let's not."
"Yes!"
At my warning, Hikari nods energetically.
What a good girl...
"Then, let's go."
We dash off again.
Miuye, wait for us ^^
"Red-mark-only protagonist being tutored by Committee President Solciera after school, that works. 'Your low grades lower my evaluation too,' while secretly looking forward to those study times ^^"
Stop randomly inserting situations into my mind.
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The super huge tower was surprisingly empty.
Is it because it's early in the morning, or simply because no one comes here to study about Sanctuaries at this time?
Anyway, it's good.
"Over here!"
At the entrance, Miuye waves at us while eating a sandwich.
Seems like she's having breakfast right now.
Could it be that she's been the busiest one in Phectom...
"Handling the expansion of the autonomous zone in Phectom and maintenance of Dive Gears. Helping with research on sister's revival and various projects at Jilnias Academic Institute. Without a doubt, she's overworking herself. On par with Mizuki, if not more so."
Impressive, Miuye.
But make sure to rest properly.
"Anti-Miuye Overwork Squad, established!"
I'll give her a Solciera-style knee pillow again.
"Good morning, all three of you!"
"Yeah, good morning."
"Good morning!"
"Morning. You look exhausted from working this morning. Are you alright?"
Clearly, she looks like she pulled an all-nighter, yet Miuye makes a peace sign and smiles.
"I still have plenty of energy! I can't wait to learn about the Sanctuary. After all, it's magic that connects with the soul. Investigating this might bring me one step closer to completing 'Good Morning Older Sister Zero Type.'"
"...I see. If there's anything I can help with, let me know anytime."
"I'll help too!"
Hikari raises her hand enthusiastically.
Her presence is very appreciated when the atmosphere might turn somber.
Beautiful girls should smile.
Even if it's my ego talking.
"Still, it's perfect timing that you're all here too. Who would've thought you'd also aim for here?"
"Yeah, we wanted to learn about Sanctuaries. Why are you here, Miuye?"
"Ah, one of Jilnias' exhibits got moved. It just happened to be brought here... Apparently, there was an incident where a fake Solciera wreaked havoc at the original exhibition venue. So, it was moved to the safest location."
But a Fake Siera second form came here yesterday.
The security isn't great here!
This is bad!
"This place is guarded by the Student Council President, so it's trustworthy. Honestly, it feels uneasy to display That Thing carelessly."
"What is 'That Thing'?"
In response to Hikari's question, Miuye brings up a window and shows an image.
It looks like a giant gemstone.
"A gemstone?"
"It's a computational device. The core of the giant robot created by Jilnias' Student Council. By installing this, King Jilnias activates."
"King Jilnias! That's cool!"
A robot that excites kids.
Seems like there was something similar in the original story...
"When they tried to exhibit the giant robot, it was rejected due to space constraints... In the end, only this is on display. Besides, there's this Ultra Alloy DX King Jilnias."
Saying that, Miuye pulls out a fairly large robot toy from the expanded area.
Instantly, Hikari's excitement reaches its peak.
"Oooh! That's cool! Is there any plan to sell it!?"
"It'll be sold at the main festival. ...Actually, if you want, I can give it to you."
"No! There's meaning in waiting in line to buy it! ...Ah, please keep it a secret from Clam."
"Got it."
"You two as well?"
Me and Mizuki Senpai nod similarly.
Hikari, I understand the coolness of such robots too.
"So, let's head inside immediately. Time is money! The Sanctuary is extremely intriguing!"
With her curiosity stimulated, Miuye strides confidently with sparkling eyes.
That's when it happens.
"---Yume-chan? No way, why...!?"
Turning at the sound, there stood a familiar beautiful lady.
Ah, Lady Nei, good morning!
By the way, that shopping bag in your hand clearly looks like it contains alcohol.
Also, your face seems slightly flushed.
"By the way, didn't someone just say 'Yume'?"
"Yume-chan!"
Lady Nei dashes forward and tightly embraces Miuye from behind.
Surprised by the sudden action, Miuye struggles but can't break free.
"Eh, what's going on all of a sudden!?"
"I'm so relieved...! You're alive...! W, I couldn't do anything back then... I'm sorry...!"
"Eh, what!? Why is a drunkard here!? Someone, please call an adult! A drunkard is bothering me! And what's worse, an exceptionally handsome drunkard!"
There's a clear temperature difference between Miuye and Lady Nei.
We three can't do anything but watch as Lady Nei celebrates their emotional reunion.
"What's going on!?"
Only Miuye's cries echoed in the area.
