164 – I am the best (2)
It was quiet inside the roundabout going to the Knights Faculty. In the first place, almost no one came to the Faculty of Bravery during the Academy Festival.
‘Apart from Noctar and the children, and the children living in the dormitory of the College of Bravery, there will be no occasion to ride the circular carriage to the Faculty of Knights.’
With that thought in mind, I arrived near the Knights Faculty in a cycle carriage that I had reserved.
It was the first day of the Academy Festival, but it was already crowded with many people.
“Try to burst the water balloon~. If you explode all 12 within the time limit, you will receive a cute prize!”
“Have a hamburger with meat grilled with spices that resembles the Eastern Empire made by the Faculty of Alchemy. Limited sale only during lunch time~!”
“Are there any more applicants for the beauty pageant? Closes soon! Challenge yourself to become the best beauty of Ellinia Academy!”
Wow, there are too many people.
There used to be a lot of people near the Faculty of Engineering, but now there are too many.
If it’s like this on the first day of the festival, it’s going to be crazy on Thursday when the martial arts competition is held.
‘Let’s find Aisha for now.’
As for Eisha, she’s on the special stage of the Academy Festival, so there’s a high probability that she knows the schedule very quickly.
Above all, Aisha is planning or supervising. She likes to wear armbands, so to speak.
“Huh.”
But where can I find it? Even in this work, it is not revealed where Eisha is at this point.
When I was looking around like that.
“Kyaaa~ Theo!”
A high-pitched female voice came from afar.
‘Siddaeng.’
A very characteristic tone of voice.
In an instant, her people’s attention was focused on her.
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“Where have you been? I missed you so much!”
Siena, who was far away, came running towards me.
No matter who is around, Sienna wants to hug. I said, avoiding her hug with a familiar gesture.
“I went to the association’s academic seminar. What is that outfit, Sienna?”
I kept my distance from Sienna, who didn’t know when she might run into her again, and watched her.
Siena wasn’t wearing her academy uniform. She had a slit at the side of her pelvis, and was wearing her see-through, authentic female Wood Elven garb.
Since the level of exposure is very high, it is a so-called ‘inspiring fan service’ for the users of this work.
‘Anyway, why are you wearing that outfit?’
Faculty of academy students can be easily distinguished by shoulder straps. So, the students of the Faculty of Bravery wear the academy uniform even during the festival. Even if you don’t say anything, it’s because you can get people’s envy.
Siena, it’s the style that doesn’t care about the people around you, but… Why are you wearing that outfit? Gaze processing is difficult.
“Oh, this? I was practicing for the academy special stage, and Eisha told me to wear it, so I wore it.”
Sienna said indifferently.
“When you’re practicing, don’t you wear comfortable clothes? It looks like it will be difficult to move.”
“Whoa, are you worried about me right now? But don’t worry about that~ I’ve been wearing this outfit for over 100 years, so it’s rather comfortable. And-“
“And?”
“Even when Eisha practices, she says she has to do it like the real thing, so I wear it. How are you, Theo? Aren’t I pretty?”
Sienna smiled broadly.
Of course it’s pretty. The setting of the elf’s appearance in this work is described as ‘a blessing bestowed by the heavens’. It’s strange that Theo doesn’t lose in a face-to-face match with an elf.
True to the setting of this work, the elf does not look at the ears unique to her race, and just by looking at her face, she is a good man and a fairy enough to distinguish that she is an elf.
Anyway, Sienna and Aisha are on a special stage together. It is also very different from the original work.
“It suits you well. But I don’t know where to put my eyes, Sienna. Is Eisha nearby?”
“Yes. It’s time for a short break right now, Aisha is probably around too? Oh, there is.”
As if she had figured out Aisha’s location in an instant, Sienna smiled casually.
‘The Spirit is a real fraud. I need to learn tracking magic or skills for a long time to be able to use spirit magic.’
I said while staring at Sienna’s face.
“Can you tell me where it is?”
“Hmm~? Our Theo must be really curious about where Aisha is right now, right?”
“I’m not that curious.”
“Is it okay not to say that? Then I won’t tell you.”
“I’m curious.”
“Whoops, Theo is always cute.”
Sienna smiled and held out her hand to her.
The intention was obvious. He must be taking advantage of this opportunity to have skinship. As expected, he is an elf who is faithful to his desires.
But with so many people, holding hands is a bit daunting.
Sienna smiled broadly.
“Whoa, what are you doing? Hurry up, Theo. I have to catch him to take him.”
“I understand.”
I held Sienna’s hand.
Sienna squeezed my hand tightly. It feels soft to the touch.
“Uhuhuhu~ Aisha is over here.”
“Yes.”
Siena held my hand and moved her steps with dignity.
On the other hand, I feel like a cow being led to a slaughterhouse. Her knuckles suddenly missed her.
* * *
Inside a classroom in the Faculty of Engineering that is being used as a temporary practice room for the Special Stage Team of the Faculty of Bravery.
“The full competition schedule for the Academy Festival?”
“Yes, Aisha. And I’m thinking of participating in one every day and winning the prize within 3rd place, so it would be nice if you could recommend a promising competition.
“Why? She told me from a young age that if you are a member of the Balderg family, you must have weight.”
“Don’t ask why. I will explain later.”
“Hmm, I understand. Then, let’s see…”
Isha narrowed her eyes at Theo’s request and looked at her tournament schedule. Her eyes quickly scanned the event schedule.
“There are at least 50 competitions at the Academy Festival, and there are quite a few unique ones among them, Theo. You know that?”
“Of course.”
“So, from my point of view, there are a few competitions where you can win prizes even if you participate right away…”
While Isha was speaking, she caught a glimpse of Theo’s face.
Theo, who did not let go of that gaze, opened her mouth.
“What is it, Aisha?”
“Because most of the tournaments are like I would get angry if I told Theo.”
“I will not be angry. We’re running out of time, so tell me, Aisha.”
“First of all, this.”
Isha held up her finger and pointed to her tournament calendar.
[Ellinia Academy Beauty Contest]
Participation condition: All Ellinia Academy students
Time: First day of the Academy Festival, 3:00 PM
Reception: Ellinia Academy beauty pageant booth located near the main entrance of the Faculty of Engineering
How to apply: Visit the booth and apply to the person in charge
Application Period: Until 2:50 PM on the first day of the Academy Festival
Theo frowned at her.
“···Do you want me to participate in a beauty pageant?”
“Ah…! She just said she wasn’t angry. Do you remember, Theo?”
“I wasn’t angry.”
Theo suppressed his anger and continued.
“I know that the winners of past beauty contests have all been women. Unless the contestants are meant to make memories, I think they are all women.”
“Of course, Theo. No matter how subjective the standard of beauty is, it is a tournament officially held by Ellinia Academy. Winners shouldn’t be ridiculous.”
Aisha spoke clearly.
“I have one more question, Eisha.”
“What is it?”
“As far as I know, most of the judges in beauty contests are male. Even if I participate, won’t it be difficult to win the prize?”
“…Ugh.”
Aisha gave a small sigh and looked at Theo.
I don’t know, true beauty is recognized regardless of gender or race. No matter how different each person’s taste in appearance is, there is a beauty that goes beyond taste.
And even if Theo’s looks were to be counted on one hand in the entire continent, few people would dispute it.
It is said that he looks similar to himself, but Theo has a much sharper and more elaborately refined appearance.
“Never mind that, Theo. It will remain suspicious.”
“I believe you, Eisha.”
“Well, as long as you believe, you are free. If you get suspicious, I won’t know if you shoot me in the face.”
“If you really want to become prime minister, I will give you a shot, Aisha. But if something goes, something comes. If you are shamed for not being suspicious, you will have to deal with the aftermath.”
Theo growled.
As Isha looked at Theo, she smiled involuntarily.
Theo must have taken a shower, his face without a make-up and his hair untidy. However, as she is, even if she participates in a beauty contest, she is within 3rd place and wins.
“There is no deception like this.”
“What do you mean?”
“Okay, Theo. First of all, let’s start with reception. There is not much time left before the application deadline. I just apply and simply set up my skin and hair.”
“Yes.”
“I’m coming too~! I think it will be fun.”
Sienna, who was next to her, joined.
Theo, Aisha, and Sienna. The three of them moved to the reception desk for the beauty contest.
“See that booth over there? You can sign up over there, Theo.”
“Hmm, I see. Wait a minute.”
Theo moves to the booth and wants to apply.
“Oh, Theo. What are you doing?”
A man spoke to me.
“What are you doing, Andrew?”
It was Andrew. Next to him was Sally.