Chapter 4

“Miss, did you really bathe all by yourself…?”

“I’ll continue to bathe alone.”

“Huh…!”

Bellver spoke to the maid who had covered her mouth in shock upon seeing him come out after bathing alone.

It seemed astonishing that he suddenly didn’t receive the usual bathing assistance.

For him, it was an unavoidable choice.

—

After Bellatrix left and some time passed, a maid came looking for Bellver.She had arrived to assist with bath time as usual.She clearly expected to help him as before.At that time, both she and Bellver thought it would be fine since his body was female now.“Just close your eyes tightly, and we can get through it without any issues,” they reasoned.

But when the moment actually arrived, he couldn’t bring himself to accept being bathed by a young woman.Even though his body was now female, his heart was still very much male.He could never accept being cleaned by someone of the same age while n*ked.Though he’d been bathed many times before, it had always been by someone of the same gender.

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“I’ll head out now. Someone seems to be waiting.”“Yes! Please come back safely!”

Bellver put on neat leather shoes and headed outside the dormitory.With the feeling of livestock being led to slaughter, there was no way for him not to go.Since Bellatrix held the upper hand, if she said to go, he had no choice but to comply.

Before leaving, Bellver touched his lips one last time.When he tapped them lightly, thankfully, he wasn’t smiling but remained expressionless.He had struggled so hard to break the habit of constantly smiling during the night.If he didn’t consciously maintain a blank face, his expression defaulted to a smile.He hoped this wouldn’t happen outside either.

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“You’re here? I thought maybe you were told to stay and entertain me or something.”“Washing took longer than expected…”“Oh. You washed? How was my body? Wait…did you wash yourself?”“Yes…Please stop asking…”

Pushii. Bellatrix, giggling teasingly, felt as if she could hear steam coming off Bellver.He was so embarrassed that his face was buried deeply, ears turning completely red.Thinking it awkward, she grabbed his hand and led him away.She desperately restrained herself from teasing him further because he was just too adorable.They shouldn’t linger where so many eyes were focused.

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From the first day Bellver entered Bellatrix’s room, intense attention followed.Especially since Bellatrix—known as “that girl”—seemed flustered and bashful.This disrupted her plan to maintain her image in case she needed to return later.

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“Who’s the guy?”“No idea. But he’s quite handsome. So this is Miss’s type, huh?”“My goodness. What is happening here?”“Oh my…”

Bellver felt utterly miserable as people around assumed he had feelings for Bellatrix.His inner self was Bellatrix, but outwardly, he was male, making such assumptions ridiculous.He wanted to argue but couldn’t find the courage, feeling trapped.

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Praying for this embarrassing and humiliating time to pass quickly, he realized their future together would mean enduring such gazes endlessly.The overwhelming embarrassment made maintaining his usual stoic expression impossible.

—

“This should be enough. Lift your head now.”“Where are we?”“I don’t know. Some kind of square? Do commoners not know places like this?”“Oh, I see. This is Plaza One.”“Ah, let’s rest over there.”

Fortunately, Bellver recognized the area.It matched exactly what he’d seen in the game background.Plaza One was directly accessible from the dormitories, confirming its location.

Bellatrix guided Bellver to a bench.Thankfully, it was early morning before the first period, so there weren’t many people around.The dormitory residents were already buzzing about the unusual visitor.

Sitting beside Bellver, he looked exactly like someone who fit the term “flustered.”Clearly distracted, his gaze wandered aimlessly.

She wondered how the same body could differ so greatly.In the mirror, she always appeared cold, sharp, and untouchable.

Yet Bellver seemed soft and approachable.The sternness was gone, replaced by elegance and vitality.How could such innocence reside within a robust male frame?

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“Calm down already. Now, let’s talk about my experience exploring every inch of your body.”

“HIIK!”

Bellver trembled at the whisper near his ear.That familiar voice, laced with stickiness and mystery, sent shivers down his spine.His focus snapped back instantly due to the unwanted topic.

“How was it? A bit small, but women’s bodies are soft, right?”“W-What are you saying?! Stop with the lewd talk! Don’t discuss my body like that!”“Now it’s mine, isn’t it? And lewd talk? I’m simply suggesting an exchange of information. Should I start?”

“Don’t! Yikes! Why am I so weak?!”

—

Pata pata! Bellver frantically tried to cover Bellatrix’s mouth with his tiny hands.It was obvious she’d use his body to say inappropriate things.She’d tease him verbally using his own form.

Such conversations were poison to his pure nature, even if he knew it was all in jest.

Of course, trying to stop her with Bellatrix’s frail body was futile.

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“Incredibly large and firm, wasn’t it?”“KYAAAAAAH!!”“Just kidding. Don’t look so threatening.”“Is this really a joke?”“It is a joke, but the content is true, right? Wasn’t it really big?”

“Thi…this…!”“Hmm?”

“s*xual harassment!!!”

Finally, Bellver exploded.Luckily, there were few passersby nearby, sparing them potential embarrassment.To others, it might seem Bellatrix was accusing some random man of s*xual harassment.

—

Deciding to stop teasing after noticing Bellver’s teary frustration, Bellatrix feared pushing him to tears again.If that happened, there’d be no going back to their original forms.Even if they found a way.

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“Enough jokes. Let’s discuss our plans. I’ve thought about it, and until my dual major application is approved, don’t attend any lectures except those with me.”“Why?”“You wouldn’t understand anyway. I’ll teach you during this time.”“Ah, but I can understand…”

Bellver tilted his head.He knew he excelled academically.Based on games and novels, he believed he could smoothly pass all academy exams, including graduation tests.

Moreover, his knowledge of magic exceeded Bellatrix’s expectations.He knew everything about the spells and miracles implemented in the game.

Unaware of these facts, Bellatrix offered to teach him.

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“Alright, even if you do understand, I can’t leave you alone. I’d worry myself sick. It’d ruin my carefully crafted image. Besides, you’re acting too childish for someone my age.”“I’m an adult!!”“You suit ‘girl’ perfectly. Anyway, you’ll stick with me for now. Let’s head to my first class. Guide me to Training Ground Five.”

Bellatrix stood and headed toward the mysterious Training Ground Five.Despite her disdain for physical labor, she knew nothing about the required courses for the knight discipline.She merely followed Bellver wherever he led.

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Ignoring Bellver’s protests about being called a girl, Bellatrix noted how gracefully he sat—keeping her skirt modestly closed and hands neatly placed on her thighs.Who would believe this delicate figure was once a man?

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“That’s not the place!”“Thanks for the guidance.”“Just wait and see!”

*

After successfully delivering Bellatrix to Training Ground Five, Bellver wandered nearby to regain composure.Walking slowly for half an hour in the cool morning breeze gradually calmed his nerves.

Inhaling and exhaling fresh air brought peace to his troubled mind.Despite being teased by Bellatrix, he couldn’t deny enjoying some attention.Still, the embarrassment persisted, especially given her odd teasing.

“I’m totally manly. How dare she keep calling me a girl.”

Bellver firmly believed in his masculinity.Lacking diverse social experiences, his understanding remained limited.

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“Why are there so many people?”

During his stroll, Bellver noticed a crowd gathering near Training Ground Five.Why were so many spectators present at a normally private training area?Curious, he approached to investigate.

Upon reaching a spot with a clear view of the grounds, Bellver marched straight toward the commotion…

Face set in determination.

“Exactly what do you think you’re doing?”