落とし穴１２４堀：脅威を目の当たりにする (Part2)
“Uh, no, really, it’s nothing major. It’s not worth bothering Rurua-san over…”
“Sit still and behave.”
“…Yes, ma’am.”
There was no way I could resist Rurua-san when it came to medical matters. Even our Princess can’t talk back to her.
Setting Amanda aside for a moment, I wondered who the beautiful girls standing next to Taiki were. Noticing my gaze, Taiki began to introduce them to us.
“Ah, this is the first time for Kagura and the others, isn’t it? These ladies are my wife, Airi, and my fiancée, Soel.”
“It is a pleasure to meet you. My name is Airi. Thank you for always looking after my husband.”
“A pleasure to meet you. You must be the Duke’s daughter from the New Continent. I am Soel, and I hail from the If Continent.”
I knew they weren't ordinary women, but of all things, they’re a Queen and a Royal Concubine?!
“The pleasure is mine. I am Kagura Kamishiro, a student of the Heiden Magic Academy. I have been appointed as a diplomat for Weed by the country of Heiden on the continent known as the New Continent.”
As I introduced myself, Mikos and the others followed suit with their greetings. Soel reacted with interest to our introduction.
“Oh, a Magic Academy? I actually attend the Lancer Magic Academy on the If Continent.”
“Lancer Magic Academy… Isn't that the same one Cleena and Samantha went to?”
“Yes, exactly. Speaking of which, what are you two doing, ignoring a long-awaited reunion with an old schoolmate?”
“Mhm. Groping Samantha’s breasts.”
“Will you cut it out?!”
Samantha shouted, peeling Cleena off her and holding her up by the scruff of her neck like a kitten.
“*Sigh.* It has been a long time, Soel-san.”
“Indeed. I am glad to see you are doing well, Samantha-sama. I heard that Cleena-san had married Yuki-sama, but you’ve certainly changed quite a bit.”
“…Hmm? I don’t understand what Soel means. I haven’t changed much. Well, my knowledge and techniques have improved vastly. But my appearance is the same.”
“I’m just surprised you’re speaking so normally. You were always so quiet, doing nothing but reading books in the library, weren't you? Whenever I spoke to you, you’d just nod. Now, seeing you clinging to Samantha-sama and groping her… at first, I thought you were a look-alike.”
Ah, I get it. Cleena has such a gentle, quiet face, but she’s actually quite touchy-feely. Especially with breasts. Ever since she took in her adopted daughter, Shuten, she seems to have become quite conscious of that sort of thing. Well, considering she’s surrounded by women with massive chests, I suppose it’s only natural.
“Mhm. I understand what Soel is trying to say. In that sense, I have indeed changed since then. But I don’t hate the current me. In fact, I like myself.”
“Yes. Aside from the groping, I think your transformation is wonderful, Cleena-san.”
“Soel is too soft. Once we get to the ocean, you’ll want to grope Samantha’s breasts whether you like it or not. You’re about to witness the sheer unfairness of the world.”
“Oh, that’s right. I heard the first day was the beach, but is there an ocean nearby?”
“Mhm. It’s on a different floor.”
“A floor? Ah, Taiki-sama mentioned that Weed utilizes ruins called a ‘Dungeon.’ Are we already inside the dungeon? How surprising.”
“Hmph. Yuki is amazing.”
“Why are you the one acting proud? *Sigh.* This way, Soel-san. We have a transport bus ready for you.”
“A ‘bus’… that square vehicle? Taiki-sama told me about it—an iron carriage powered by magic that doesn't need horses. How marvelous! If such a thing were used for logistics, it would be a revolution! Are there plans to sell these ‘cars’? If so, Samantha-sama, as an acquaintance, please consider my father’s merchant company…”
While Soel and the others were getting excited over the conversation, we were trembling at the word Cleena had mentioned: the ocean.
Mikos let out a worried mutter.
“…Are we really supposed to show off our swimsuits among those top-tier beauties? I mean, I have some confidence in my chest, but I don’t think I can compete with them.”
“Auau… W-would it even be okay for someone with a meager body like mine to do that?”
“Even I’m hesitating… they’re just too beautiful. Besides, over here, these ears and tails aren't even an advantage.”
I could hear their worried voices. It was natural; I had just been trying not to think about it. But I couldn't run away. Yuki said he wanted to spend time with me. So, the only option left is…
“…In that case.”
“‘In that case’?” the others asked in unison.
“I’ll just not wear a swimsuit at the beach to grab all the attention.”
That was the only way. Or so I thought, but…
“Alright, Kagura. Let’s stop the madness. I can’t follow you down that path. It’s fine if you want to show Yuki-sensei privately, but I have no intention of being naked in front of everyone else.”
“I can’t do that either…”
“Besides, it’s not about which swimsuit is better. The point is to have fun, right? Go to sleep and cool your head.”
*Thwack!*
Immediately after Enola said that, my vision went dark. You… you hit me, Enola. To think you’d get in the way of my love…
“Actually, I think she’s helping you. A woman who charges in naked when everyone else is in swimsuits would usually just creep a guy out.”
Is… is that so? It wouldn't make him fall for me?
“Not a chance. Now be a good girl and sleep.”
And so, my consciousness faded.
Playing at the beach. It’s fine for kids, but it’s not so simple for adults. Well, I don’t personally mind, but I’ve heard there are people who work out or try to slim down before heading to the ocean. It’s a lot of work.