Episode 31
It’s a bit different, but
As soon as I became ‘Xian’, I swore that I would spend the holidays without headaches.
‘I don’t work on holidays!’
Life needs a break
I want to refrain from the feeling that my head is complicated even while lying down.
That’s why I thoroughly observe only holidays.
Classes at the academy are usually 6 days a week.
Required subjects are evenly distributed over the six days, and the remaining subjects can be taken by the student upon request.
And the rest of the day is a holiday.
‘If you think about it, even in a world like this, 7 days a week… … . You’re very careful.’
Anyway, one day during that precious holiday of youth.
I went out into the street
Of course he wasn’t alone. It doesn’t mean Emily sticks by her side.
This time with a friend.
‘Well, it turned into a voice asking me to go play in return.’
Previously, Celidia had asked me to go out with her when she had free time.
Somehow, I ended up fulfilling that promise.
As a concept of return.
During the dungeon appearance incident in Chapter 1 of the main story, I was helped by Celidia.
It was only her pure will that helped me.
Being completely ignorant made me feel somehow uncomfortable, so I asked Celidia if she wanted anything in return.
As soon as she heard that, what Celidia brought out was that we should go out to the streets together this holiday.
‘I don’t have to ask for something like this.’
Wouldn’t it be okay to ask for things like gold coins or something like that?
(Xian doesn’t know what.)
What do you mean you don’t know?
‘Okay, don’t bother me. Emily.’
(Oh my God? Why would you do such a thing? Rather, I plan to quietly watch today.)
Somehow, the sound of happy laughter is annoying.
(Because I will quietly watch you play until tomorrow morning.)
‘Don’t talk nonsense! I plan to go home the same day!’
Anyway, as promised, I went out with Celia to the streets of Jedo Island.
“… … This is the city of Islands.”
Next to me, Celidia licks her cat ears and looks around.
When a passer-by happens to pass by, Celidia reflexively moves behind me.
It’s like a kitten knocking on the window and it’s the first reaction you see when you let it out.
“I guess it was the first time I was really out on the town.”
“huh. I’ve never been out… … . When I came to or moved to the academy, I was only in the carriage.”
Celidia is 16 years old this year.
I wonder if it’s too late for a first outing, but considering her personal circumstances, it would be a big deal.
It wasn’t long ago that Celidia was carrying the risk of not knowing when the elemental spirit within her might explode.
There are facilities within the academy, and even the buildings do not move with moderate power.
But downtown, where there are many civilians, is different.
Not only did Celidia need permission to go out, much less did she have much attachment to the outside world.
Above all, at the time, she would not have had the peace of mind.
“I never thought about playing.”
“What did you do on holiday?”
“I continued to practice the theory of spiritism. I practiced and devised a way to control it somehow.”
“ah… … . That’s it.”
When I found this guy, I just remembered the scene where I had failed in spirit control training.
If I did that over and over again, I probably wouldn’t have the time to spare.
But now it’s different.
Earlier than the original scenario, I learned the tricks and settled down too quickly.
As a result, there was a leeway that was not available at the time of the original destiny.
“I can get permission to go out now.”
“That’s good.”
However, when a person who has not been able to afford in life suddenly has free time, he does not know what to do.
Even crossing the front gate of the academy would be a hesitation for this cat-eared lady who had never been outside properly.
“Sian, are you really okay? Aren’t you busy?”
“On holidays, I don’t have anything to do. It’s to the point where I’m sorry to have to reply. If you want something else, you can ask for it today.”
“are you okay. Enough of this.”
“Well, then I won’t have to say anything else.”
Possible intentions are respected.
“Is there a place you want to go?”
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“huh! There is a store that I heard about when other kids were talking about it.”
“Then we can go there.”
However, it would be a bit cumbersome to walk.
The system is wide, let alone wandering around aimlessly with a girl.
“It’s just fine.”
“… … huh?”
“Would you like to ride that?”
What I pointed at was a stop where several streetcars that were just waiting to run were parked.
The means of transportation generally available here is basically a carriage or walking on two feet.
Propulsion using steam engines and magical powers, and independent mechanical engineering are also being researched, but it will not be enough to spread to the private sector yet.
Even trains operated in the empire were basically operating routes connecting the islands and each major city on a trial basis.
However, it would be a shame not to show off the skills you have at best.
Therefore, in the system, ground lines were laid throughout the city, and trams were operated to enable movement in each city.
‘It seems more like a means of tourism than a means of transportation.’
A technique that is meant to be shown to the last.
As a result, city trams are not profitable even if the fare is empty, unless it is for tourism purposes.
Perhaps the operator is also aware of it, and rather than a convenient means of transportation, it seems to be regarded as an eccentric vehicle that allows you to sit and watch while moving through the streets of the island.
That’s why I rarely use it normally.
However, today the purpose is the purpose.
“I heard there is such a thing. It’s my first time riding it.”
Inside the streetcar, which moves slowly and leisurely, Celidia glances out the window as if her body is itching for some reason.
“Never mind, you can look outside. Because that is the purpose.”
“baby… … It’s the same.”
“You’re right, right?”
“I’m a year older than you.”
“So you’re a kid.”
At least by my standards, she’s a kid.
Celidia hesitates for a moment, loses face, and watches the slowly moving scenery.
Somehow, kids can’t take their eyes off the window when they ride something like this.
“Awesome… … . Without using words or magic, the wheels are rolling on their own.”
“Well, it’s a technology that His Majesty the Emperor is actively promoting.”
Technologies such as organs and machines were gradually increasing their presence thanks to the emperor’s active push.
“Still, the empire is still only a latecomer.”
In terms of mechanical technology, the Empire is a shameful latecomer to its name.
There is a representative country that has advanced this technology.
Willoth Malkenius, the foolish prince who had previously been beaten by me for arguing with me.
That fool’s motherland, the Kingdom of Malkedil, is the place.
It is called the Kingdom of Gears.
“There seemed to be a lot of great things over there. The most masterpiece of them all… … ah… … . It looks just right.”
“huh? … … uh.”
the shade is gone
It wasn’t overcast. Today was a spotless blue sky as if to enjoy a holiday.
The thing that covered the sky was an object with a huge presence.
“Airship… … was it?”
Celidia tilted her head and asked if she only knew what was in the textbook.
Sightseeing flying cruise ships that fly over the islands at fixed times and days.
“It really is flying.”
“… … uh. It really is. That kind of thing manages to fly around.”
Celidia and I would have slightly different meanings of surprise.
She was genuinely shocked that such a huge object was flying.
I am… … .
‘That type of airship in this era?’
It was a shock to see what I know of modern Earth flight mechanics.
Although it is an airship, its wings are thin and small.
It would be better to compare the sight of it slowly circling the sky as if almost standing still, almost like a ship.
“They said that ship was built in that kingdom.”
“Can’t you make it in the Empire?”
“As far as I know, probably.”
The flying cruise ship was given as a sign of friendship by the Kingdom of Malcedil.
Even after receiving such a gift, the Empire still hasn’t even launched a proper balloon.
Instead, it seems that he decided to give up the sky and focus on the ground, and he started to put the tanks he was riding on.
“I’ve seen it pass by from a distance a few times, but it’s huge after all. It is bigger in reality.”
“Does Xian like that?”
“If I had to ask, I don’t hate it.”
A ship of gigantic machines that sails through the sky.
“Somehow, you’re in good shape.”
Although he doesn’t particularly have a romantic interest in air travel, there is something strangely stirring about the man’s heart in the vehicle itself.
“… … I see.”
Somehow he nodded and muttered as if he wanted to remember, but he probably didn’t even notice.
“Well, for kids like us, there’s no way yet.”
“expensive?”
“They don’t officially sell tickets or not.”
The flying cruise ship was more of a symbolic existence than a tourist product.
Maintenance costs are formidable, and technicians are rare, so maybe it’s only once or twice a month that I can float it in the sky.
Not to mention, those who use it at that time are nobles, so they have nothing to do with kids like us.
more than anything
‘… … It’s hard to get on that boat.’
Chapter 6.
The stage where the scenario of Chapter 6 of the game will unfold.
To put it bluntly, by the time you get on it, it’s sightseeing and nothing to worry about.
‘It’s still a long way off.’
Now is the time to focus on the events of Chapter 2.
“… … ?”
“I think it will arrive sooner than expected. Let’s get off.”
“huh.”
Coincidentally, the streetcar stopped at the destination, and I stood up first and held out my hand to Celiadia.
The hand she held obediently.
* * *
Recently, I arrived at a cafe that is said to be gaining popularity in the system.
As soon as she enters and secures a suitable seat, Celidia begins to scan the menu with twinkling eyes.
“I heard rumors and wanted to come and see you.”
“Well, it’s a bit difficult to come alone… … Is this a place where kkong is needed?”
Because of the atmosphere, I was hesitant to come in alone.
Even when I looked around the other guests, no one came alone.
It’s all two or three.
‘Rather, the eyes turn off this way… … .’
The back of my head tickles as I feel like I’m looking at you with pleasure.
“… … what’s the matter?”
“It’s no big deal.”
While we waited for a while, our orders came out, and we ate dessert while paying attention to our surroundings and chatting about things that weren’t too trivial.
Something about class. Or something about everyday life.
Things that aren’t particularly important.
“… … .”
“Celidia?”
Somehow Celidia was paying attention to what I ordered.
“Do you want to try it?”
“… … Not at all.”
Just look at it. He looks hesitant because he seems to be coveting someone else’s property.
I sighed lightly, and without much thought, dipped a little onto a fork and handed it to Celidia.
“Why don’t you come and look at me now? I ate this and that until now.”
“… … .”
“why?”
“… … no.”
Somehow, I wondered at the slight surprise, but Celidia soon stopped a little and accepted what I offered her with her mouth open.
Somehow, it feels like giving food to a baby bird.
“… … Then Xi’an too.”
“ok?”
Are you asking for more? But that would not have been the case.
For some reason, Celidia scooped up her portion with her fork this time and served it to me.
“Eat?”
“no?”
“It seems like a different problem than that.”
I’m kind of embarrassed.
Only then did I understand why Celidia had stopped a moment ago.
If you refuse, you will vomit.
I can’t help but take it in my mouth carefully.
Isn’t it kind of awkward?
For some reason, it seems that the back of my head is itching more and more.
“delicious?”
“… … Well, it’s sweet.”
youth is good I mean, I can handle this kind of party without any problems.
“draft.”
“ok? What else are you going to eat? I want to speculate. ship out.”
“It’s not like that.”
Celidia, who was glancing at her with eyes that seemed to wake up somehow.
“What’s going on?”
Ask as if changing the topic lightly without context.
“What’s going on… … .”
“Xian looks busy these days.”
dont have to be busy Keep preparing and preparing for something. You’ll know right away just by watching that it’s simply preparation outside of class.
‘But I can’t tell you…’ … .’
It’s not that I distrust her.
‘Honestly, I don’t think it matters even if I know.’
If I try to explain, I have to say too much, and I’m still not sure what the consequences will be.
Is that really the right thing in her life?
There are things in the world that you don’t know.
“… … You can tell me if anything happens.”
“If you say?”
“Anything will help. like back then.”
Celidia said as if it were natural.
“If you don’t want to tell me why, you don’t have to.”
“Then be fooled by a strange man.”
country or something?
country or
“You can cheat.”
“… … .”
He said it so clearly that I was at a loss for words.
“hey… … . Anyway, I know what I’m talking about.”
“Sian is fine. Because you helped me without saying anything. So I can help even if you don’t tell me.”
trust.
At least, if I were a human like ‘Xian’ at the time of the game, there was no way I would ever hear it.
“… … Don’t forget.”
“Yeah, tell me anytime.”
Celidia smiled quietly and said something like a one-sided promise.
“Even if Xian doesn’t tell you, I will go to help if anything happens.”
“… … Don’t forget.”
I don’t know who’s getting an answer like this.
I averted my gaze and put the dessert back into my mouth.
Also sweet.
Still, it’s much better to spend time leisurely like this than chewing on something tasteless in a dungeon or something.
to stay like this in the future.
I hoped and hoped for a peaceful future in my heart.