137. cheat keys (1)
“ha ha ha! Cain, you are amazing!”
“Siana you two. Record-breaking first place, as expected, you can’t stop it if you put your mind to it.”
Hahahoho, a peaceful conversation came and went.
Contrary to my worries, it’s not a bloody atmosphere… … long horns.
‘Is that a bent fork?’
I was shocked to see the bent fork in Cain’s hand.
That’s all.
On the outside, she smiled innocently, but without realizing it, Shiana’s surroundings were also filled with mana.
Even the slightest movement created a circle, and the ice pick was ready to shoot. It was hard to notice unless you had the same magical power sensitivity as mine, but you can clearly feel it.
Both Sianna and Cain were trying to somehow appear friendly in front of them.
So, it must be acting laughing like an angel while praising each other.
“Ahmut, Caindu suffered a lot.”
“Siana and you too. It would have been better if we had been partners.”
“haha. I know!”
Just like that, the conversation stopped as if it had been promised.
On either side of me are Sianna and Bell. At the front, Cain, who arrived late, quietly ate pasta and steak, while Marsh and Lorley sat at another table.
Originally, it was large enough for everyone to sit together, but for some reason, the two moved quietly.
‘I want to move too.’
I calmly sliced the steak, considering them both wise.
Since some time ago, when Siana and Cain were together, they caused a strange tension, and now even Bell was in the middle, helping out.
‘It will turn.’
It is a cushion of thorns.
If I say a word wrong here, it is certain that I will be bitten here and there and left in tatters.
However.
We can’t pretend we don’t know about their war of nerves forever.
These are the guys I will run into often, but whenever I see them, my emotions deepen.
‘I don’t know when it will burst if I leave it as it is.’
I need to step in and change the subject of the conversation.
I guess it’s because I’m the culprit of the fight… … .
I just wanted to rest. a little bit embarrassing If this is the karma of my Luck 1, then it must be karma.
Let’s sweeten it.
“I thought you, Shiana, weren’t interested in these things?”
Even if it wasn’t so, I was curious about the reason that Shiana became more active in this test, so I tried to change the mood.
“yes? yeah… … .”
For a fraction of a second, she saw Sianna’s eyes on Belle and back.
ha. Is this because of me too?
“Because it’s a test! Whatever you do, work hard! Hey.”
“I see.”
Shiana didn’t seem to have any particular intention of telling the truth. I didn’t have any reason to pursue further, so I kept my mouth shut.
It goes without saying, but I’m pretty bad in real life and in this world. Basically, he lacks social skills, so he can’t open his mouth skillfully in a situation like this.
Sometimes I envy Victor. What is that drunkard doing now?
“How was the test Aren!? Did you do well?”
The fortunate thing is that Siana always talks to me on her own. Also, Ciana is the best.
“ah? yes. I did just fine.”
“Yes. That’s right. So, what about the recommendation? What are you going to do now?”
“Well. I don’t know yet.”
Even if it wasn’t, I was thinking of asking for a letter of recommendation from Sianna, but I was grateful that she brought up the story first.
However, there are many eyes now. Let’s talk separately later.
“Then, let’s go see our professor with me tomorrow!”
“… … Well? uh?”
“Professors must have lined up to write candidates for Cain or Saint, but Aren is not. come with me! I will help you.”
No, if you openly do this, other friends will be dissatisfied… … .
“… … The magic world can’t help it.”
“Since you have already received the priestly order, there is nothing I can do to help.”
don’t have
“Is that so?”
Cain’s expression wasn’t very good, but he seemed to accept it inevitably, and Bell’s expression was expressionless. It was difficult to understand the inside.
“great! See you tomorrow at lunch!”
The ferocious mana surrounding Siana disappeared. Is it because I talked to you?
I rolled my eyes slightly to see what the other guys were doing, and Cain’s lips were sticking out.
For some reason, the way he cut the steak seemed like he wanted someone to talk to him too. Well, since you asked Shiana, it must be moral to talk to Cain as well.
“Cain, what about you?”
――Kikkik!
The knife clawed at the bowl and screamed. Cain looks at me in amazement.
“Um, ah. me? Did you ask me!?”
He blushes and averts his gaze again. I don’t know what’s so surprising about it.
“I-I’m fine too. Killiard, no, Gilead, ah, um, why? Although Gom Guan-nim’s last test was a bit difficult.”
Cain answered with gibberish and bowed his head again. Then she started to roll the pasta, the corners of her mouth curling gently along the side of the pasta.
‘… … What are these guys?’
After all, was it correct for me to intervene? Melting away at just one word is cute, cute.
Yes, it seemed better for me to change the topic by talking to them one by one rather than fighting among themselves.
It’s like finding a solution!
“I see. Rather, how is your family?”
“What?”
“I thought it would be noisy after the principal changed.”
This was a little bit my fault.
“Ahh.”
Cain shook his head as if he understood, and said, tucking his hair behind his ear.
“I can’t help it. It’s something the family should be responsible for. Bunga seems to disappear completely now.”
“… … I see.”
As planned, the branch disappeared, and the Abella family seemed to be undergoing a major change.
“Are you worried about me anyway?”
“uh? oh yeah… … right. Because I had a job.”
“Hehe. What is it?”
Cain smiles, Shiana pulls a chair toward me secretly with her eyes wide open, and Bell watches everything silently.
The relaxed atmosphere (?) made my heart feel lighter than before. I wanted to eat something sweet.
“I’ll bring you a drink. what more do you need? What about the saintess candidate?”
All three shook their heads softly. The glass was the same as the first time because we didn’t drink even once because we were fighting each other.
“Well then, for a moment.”
I got up and headed towards the chefs.
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“… … .”
“… … .”
“… … .”
After Aren left, the soft atmosphere like a flower bud in spring quickly returned to its original form.
The cold air of the desolate tundra enveloped the table where the three women were sitting.
There were no words. It was unnecessary, and I just endured it because I thought I would fight if I said it.
Aren will be back soon. In front of him, it is more important to show off a lovable and charming appearance than to show a filthy appearance.
Instead, the fight takes place secretly and fiercely where he cannot see.
So, Shiana radiated magic and threatened, and Cain quietly showed off his fork.
‘… … .’
On the other hand, Bell, who had been watching all of this from a distance, finally figured out how things were going.
So, rather than a burning love triangle, it was more like two women trying to keep each other in check while unrequitedly in love with a man.
I feel sorry for the fact that I thought Aren was a playboy. If being handsome is a sin, it’s a sin.
‘Don’t feel sorry for me.’
Bell laughed inwardly.
On the one hand, I felt sorry for Sianna and Cain. Even though I’m not even the owner yet!
‘And even better.’
Cuddles, dates, pretending to be hostesses, keeping bells in check out of the blue.
It was an amazing situation for Bell as well.
It’s not even that he likes Aren. It is unfair.
Then there is a feeling of tingling.
How to say it, the viciousness peculiar to the street people, who had to pay for what they suffered, was triggered.
‘I’ll pay you back for what happened.’
Just in time, Aren is returning with a drink. Seeing the two of them fighting, I can’t openly fight in front of Aren.
The opportunity is now.
“Ugh. everyone? Don’t fight too much over my ‘partner’. It’s a good spot.”
A word close to a nuclear bomb,
“… … !!!”
“!?”
Bell chuckled and threw it.
* * *
The contest was successfully completed.
To Ackerman’s surprise, he became a partner with the princess, Elise, and somehow it seemed to work out. In the first place, I had no worries about whom to partner with.
―This body used some strength. Still, being later than you is, your pride is hurt.
Because Ackerman had Acheron.
Also, it seems that Ellace was in charge of using the ‘brain’ that he lacked. Well, since she is the daughter of a duke, she must have a lot of common sense and knowledge. Elise herself seemed to have an extraordinary brain.
They were a well-balanced team in their own right.
With this, among the 2nd year of combat, it was me and Ackerman. And Cain went to the great festival. Originally, he was supposed to go all the way to Ponte, but he got eliminated because I got involved.
I’m sorry, Ponte!
From the top of Pribit Mountain, you can see the whole view of the academy. Warriors, dyed in twilight, presents an ecstasy that cannot be seen even with money.
Soon, the ‘Great Festival’ will take place in that beautiful place. It means that a big turning point for ＜Warriors Kingdom＞ is approaching.
The participants of the Great Trial will find the secret ‘key’ hidden inside the academy within the deadline, find the treasure chest, and acquire the information in the box to take the real test.
I know what’s in the box.
It is a teleport scroll to ‘Rascal Island’ where the final survival is held.
In other words, if you don’t get the key and the treasure chest, you can’t even participate in the real test.
And the real test that takes place. A storm awaits there.
Children disappear one by one, and several cadets are found dead. Siana and Hoya run to find them. monster attack. desperate struggle. Resurrection of Diamon… … . Awakening Bell. Finally, to Ackerman’s performance.
There will be a great fight like never before.
It is very complex and there are many things to consider. No matter how thoroughly I control it, there will definitely be things that deviate from my expectations.
have to endure
After all, my goal is only one.
To be taken as a sacrifice to Diamon instead of Ackerman, and to consume his power instead.
Uneasy. There were many things to prepare for the fourth act to go through safely.
‘I have to move diligently during vacation.’
When will I be able to rest comfortably?
still… … It’s half past, so it’s a relief.
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“You have suffered a lot because of my shortcomings.”
Nodding, Bell bowed down to me in front of all the followers.
Even when I panicked and told her not to, Belle made it difficult for me. The eyes of the devotees are stinging. At this point, I wonder if they’re deliberately screwing me up.
“The saintess candidate also had a hard time.”
“What. I was just a burden.”
In fact, Bell’s expression wasn’t that bright. From the beginning of the exam, even after passing the final gateway.
There were many difficult things in many ways, and it must be because of the disappointment in myself.
In the future, Bell will ponder over her faith and whether it is right to live as a candidate for a saint throughout her vacation.
It will be a long, long wandering.
‘Cheer up, Bell.’
Bell said she wanted to repay the favor, and left, leaving a message asking if she needed anything.
Cain also waved at me as her attendants came out to meet him and rode away in the carriage.
The surroundings became quiet.
“Finally, everything is gone.”
“yes?”
“yes? Nope! Aren, yes. What to eat tomorrow! Let’s eat before we go to the professor!”
As soon as my eyes disappeared, Siana quietly crossed her arms and joined me.
Really, why do I want to do skinship so often?
‘Am I the only one who thinks it’s strange?’
Shiana is crossing her arms as a sign of friendliness, but it felt like I was the only one rational.
If I take it off here just because it’s uncomfortable, they might think I’m a weirdo.
‘No, obviously… … .’
I remember the time we fell asleep together in my room during last vacation.
Then, again, Shiana’s intentions begin to become suspicious.
‘Your face is a cheat.’
The purest and kindest face in the world. I couldn’t stand it at all.
I eventually gave up on taking it off and walked down the street. Paying the price for the sin of receiving people’s attention.
“Tomorrow, okay. What do you want to eat?”
“Aren.”
“uh?”
A sudden change of atmosphere. Shiana stood still and looked up at me.
“Would you like to sit down on the bench and talk?”
“… … ?”
Is this Siana right?
Sianna went into angry girlfriend mode. I was so embarrassed that I was speechless.
I sat quietly on the bench and waited for Sianna to speak.
“Yes, Aren.”
What is this tension?
“yes.”
“You’re hiding something from me.”
Sianna’s red eyes pierce me. Although Shiana usually seems careless, she is actually a genius enough to be said to have learned the truth.
If such a person has ever asked me if I have anything to hide, it is virtually impossible to cheat.
‘Is it possible to detect the demon’s demonic energy?’
It must be the words you spit out after verifying it several times.
“… … You don’t have to worry about Shiana.”
“too bad.”
Shiana grabbed the lower hem of her school uniform skirt as if she were angry.
“What does Aren think of me?”
“It’s not like that.”
It’s something related to demons.
I couldn’t leave Sianna out for dangerous things. It wasn’t even my plan in the first place.
“Aren. I know Aren’s in a bad mood. I won’t pretend I don’t know anymore.”
Really. Looking at Siana’s eyes, she seemed to know that she was affected by the demonization.
After all, Shiana can’t lie. I guess I thought it was too easy.
“I feel it as soon as I get separated from the candidate saint.”
“… … .”
In fact, as soon as I separated from Bell, the horns started to itch again. Shiana was surprisingly able to catch it.
“What is it, Aren? Be honest. This is no ordinary magic. If you don’t speak… … At that time, I really won’t stay still.”
He cries and insists that he doesn’t fit in. When I saw Sianna’s gloomy expression, ha, my heart weakened.
In Act 4, Shiana intervenes at the last moment to sort things out.
Deus Ex Machina, like an angel of power, that fires lightning and meteo at the monsters that have intruded in large numbers.
She’s like that… … What if I clumsily dragged it in and at the critical moment, if Cyana couldn’t stop the invading monsters?
‘It’s difficult.’
Act 5 changes greatly depending on how Shiana plays at the end. This is because in Act 5, it is the difference between whether Shiana becomes an ally or a neutral.
In hindsight… … That, too, is Ackerman’s choice after all.
But now? Quite a lot has already changed.
Cyana has to participate in an unexpected grand festival, and in the highlight of Act 4, the one who will be captured by Diamon must be me, not Acker.
‘It’s already wrong.’
The trajectory was too far off to hope that the fourth act would flow normally.
From the moment I took on the role of the villain, there was no way the story would go the way it was supposed to.
Because they deal with demons and monsters in earnest, very complicated and difficult episodes continue.
It was too dangerous, and the main characters had their own roles, so I was preparing myself… … .
Cyanna, after all, has little to no role in the main story because I intentionally dropped her on Ackerman.
However, it is a great regret to rot her ‘power’. Because there are still many parts for Siana to play an active part.
Now that this has happened, wouldn’t it be better to actively use the genius magical girl’s power to prepare for the fourth act much more perfectly?
As long as it doesn’t stray too far from the story… … .
The moment I thought that, I gently covered the back of Siana’s trembling hand.
Shiana opened her eyes wide in surprise. I don’t know if this is really okay.
“Siana.”
“Hmmmm. huh? Aren, let’s just say he’s staring at me like that… … I’m not going to let it go this time… … ! Don’t look!”
Shiana blushed and put on a solemn expression. Anyway, I can’t stop it. things will work out. I take responsibility.
“Help me.”
I dabbled in cheat keys.
Took him ages jfc