Otherworld TRPG Game Master chapter 88

88 – Epilogue: Aftermath ~Love Front~

The Red Spire mage Selvier, who was hanging upside down, wrapped in tentacles, thought while suppressing her skirt, which was trying to flip over with passive anti-gravity magic that did not consume magic power.

“Venette, pass!”

“Don’t pass it on to others because you’re too lazy to deal with it!”

[Venette, if you’re okay, I’ll ask for mine too!]

“Leave it to me.”

“…You bastard, why are you reacting differently to Niole?!”

…What are they doing flying around like that?

She knew that the trio was taking a crazy mage’s liberal arts lecture. She remembered that two weeks had passed, so they had just finished two classes, but their emotional exchange was not a problem.

Their individual abilities and teamwork were unrivaled in this classroom. They were already in the upper ranks at a time when they could only get through the tentacle maze with three people. How did she come to such a judgment? You could tell just by turning your gaze slightly to the side.

“eeek!! aaagh!!”

“Pi, Philip! Damn it, let go of Philip, you tentacles!”

“I hate being slipperyyyyyyyyyyy──!!”

A group of ordinary students who were being torn apart in real time. Students with neither strength nor power were captured and subdued by the tentacles one by one. Some of the smarter ones, who realized that the tentacles would dig in even more if they resisted Violently, hung upside down like Selvier.

Students who lacked such observation skills were barely and precariously passing through the area that was not suitable for young boy viewers.

“Number 32, 33. Advance.”

“Groan…!”

“Think of the gold coins you receive every month. Give your faith and sincerity as much as you receive!”

The golden faction led by the disciple of the Golden Spire was steadily destroying the tentacle maze by throwing students one by one. In other words, it was judged that it would be difficult to get through without sacrifice.

“Protect the princess! Don’t let a single tentacle invade!”

“Don’t back down, for the one you serve, fight here with the resolve to die!!”

“Recall your oath of loyalty, I mean, recall the princess’s compassionate heart!”

“…Ah, no, you don’t have to go that far…”

The Rose Curtain faction led by the only daughter of the White Lotus Duke was sticking together and defending themselves, advancing one step at a time. The number of factions exceeded several dozen. The proportion of nobles among the members was also high.

Nobles are generally superior to ordinary students. It means that it is necessary to have that much manpower, take a defensive posture, and cooperate in order to break through.

And…

“‘Freeze’.”

A pure white girl who froze the tentacles and leisurely broke through the maze. The blue spire mage, who is already known to have reached the realm of fable, Selvier’s rival in spirit⋯⋯ Snow White.

A genius who blossomed into a fable at an early age, a strong person who can compete with a professor. That’s how much it takes to break through alone.

Since this was a maze of such insane difficulty, the sight of the three of them breaking through in a row was quite noticeable. Especially Niole.

The other two, Selvier didn’t know much about them, so they might have hidden powers. She could say that they were originally strong or whatever. But she knew Niole’s abilities and personality well. Aren’t they roommates? She also knows that she has excellent observation skills.

However.

Even if a disgusting tentacle suddenly flew towards her face, she would dodge it by tilting her head without blinking an eye.

Or, without hesitation, she would poke the tentacles that resembled a human head in the eye with her finger.

The original fragility, or should I say human touch? It felt like it had all evaporated. In Selvier’s eyes, Niole now seemed like a ruthless and cold-hearted killer.

“What on earth happened to you…?”

And above all.

[Venette. Just now, a tentacle brushed against my chest, and a few buttons fell off.]

“I don’t have any sewing tools with me right now.”

[If you look this way, you’ll see my sternum.]

“…Be careful.”

[That’s not what I’m saying.]

Something, didn’t her s*xiness increase tremendously? Wasn’t she this kind of character…?

It’s a transformation.Change is not always good, but it is essential for those who have a reason to climb higher.

Selvier had a goal to become the direct disciple of the Red Tower’s master in order to obtain the power of the Red Tower, and to do so, she had to reach the realm of Fable.

The catalyst for Niore’s great change was the popular lecture… ‘Exploration of the Otherworld’. It seemed that applications were still being accepted. Selvier made up her mind to jump into the crazy wizard’s lecture. She needed a catalyst for growth.

…First, after getting out of the Tentacle Labyrinth!

—- —-

Tara stretched out her body.

“I got out! Ugh, it feels weird to be all slippery.”

The priestess’s uniform was pulled up, revealing Tara’s armpits. Depending on the angle, her side breasts would be fully visible. Her custom-made priestess’s uniform had not changed, but the intention of wearing the uniform had changed a little.

Now, it was not to spy on the church, but to attract someone’s attention. Tara opened her squinted eyes slightly and looked at Bennett’s expression. He was looking at the distant mountains.

Yes, that’s what it means to look away. Tara was satisfied.

Rather, it would have been the worst if Bennett had looked at her indifferently. Doesn’t that mean that she’s not appealing at all?

…Should I add a little more?

Just as Tara was about to sneak up on Bennett, Niore spoke up. It was a perfect timing.

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[Still, it wasn’t that difficult. It seemed like a good way to kill time.]

“……….”

Since the telepathic magic she used in the other world no longer worked, Tara rummaged through the church’s warehouse and brought a necklace with a built-in telepathic function to Niore as a gift.

It was an item of dubious value that Tara could bring without permission, so its performance was not good. There was a limit to the number of hours it could be used per day, and its range was short.

Despite these limitations, Niore still carried a whiteboard and pen, but it was enough for the three of them to have everyday conversations.

But who would have thought that the gift would become a poison?

Tara’s suspicions had been growing ever since Niore had been coming in at strange times. Is this really not on purpose?

“Certainly… the difficulty level wasn’t that high. Even if you get hit, your limbs won’t fly off.”

Bennett said, looking at the empty space between Tara and Niore. It was because his nipples were caught between the custom-made priestess’s uniform and the unbuttoned shirt.

The trio chatted as they left the classroom. Leaving behind the pitiful screams of the students inside the exit.

As a result of being soaked in the session and then taken out, their difficulty-sensitivity had become dull.

—- —-

On the way back, Bennett said to the two of them in a casual manner. It was said lightly, but the content was very heavy.

“I’m going to tell the professor. About the black magicians’ plan and the impending danger.”

Niore was startled and grabbed Bennett’s sleeve. When he looked back at Niore, she looked up at him with worry.

[Does that mean… you’re going to reveal that Bennett was a black magician?]

“I have to reveal it. If I don’t reveal the source of the information, they won’t take it seriously.”

[It’s dangerous. Bennett might be attacked. In the worst case, he could be imprisoned and sentenced to death…]

“I’ll have to take the risk. Of course, I don’t think it will be that bad. A double agent is useful. The Academy would rather use me than kill me.”

Niore stepped forward and blocked Bennett’s path. She stretched out her arms to the sides, determined to make him step on her if he wanted to pass. Niore didn’t want him to take the risk.

There were countless ways to warn the Academy of the danger anonymously. Why did he have to reveal his own fault?

[Don’t do it.]

“Niore.”[You saved the world by sacrificing your soul, didn’t you, Bennett? No one in this world knows about it, but we definitely did something great. So.]

If it’s because of belated guilt, isn’t it merit enough to bury it?

“That’s not it. I just want to get rid of the aftermath. The black magicians must have evidence. Evidence that I fought under their orders.”

[…]

“If my betrayal is revealed, they will accuse me in any way. It’s going to happen someday. It’s better to tie the knot now.”

[Bennett…]

Blink. Blink.

Niore could read the look of concern in Bennett’s clear eyes. It wasn’t a concern for himself. He was worried about Tara and Niole.

He was worried that the two people who would be close to him when his identity as a black magician was revealed would be involved and harmed. He was worried that even the innocent ones would be harmed for no reason because they were with Bennett.

He wanted to clean up everything that could be a problem.

“Okay, do whatever you want.”

[Tara…?!]

Niore turned her head sharply at Tara’s dry voice. Unlike her voice, Tara’s eyes were blazing with determination.

“But, Bennett. You keep making fun of the title of saintess… I’ll get you out somehow. If you get caught as a black magician, I’ll bet my position as a saintess and shout that you’re not a black magician even if you die. Do you understand?”

“You don’t have to go that far.”

“It doesn’t matter if you want it or not, Bennett. I’m going to do it!”

“…”

Tara glared at Bennett for a long time, then grabbed him by the collar and shook him. It was the result of not being able to endure the rising anger gauge. What did he mean by going into the fire alone?

Bennett shook silently, then said quietly after about 3 minutes of shaking.

“…It’s confusing.”

“I’m dizzy too, me too!”

Tara sighed and muttered. There was a hint of moisture in her words. She was annoyed that Bennett didn’t know her mind.

“…You, do you really not know why I’m doing this? How I think of you…”

“I know.”

“…Huh?”

“I said I know.”

While Tara was bewildered, Bennett gently released Tara’s hand that was holding his collar and straightened his clothes.

“If you’re not a complete idiot, you can’t help but notice. I’d like you both to restrain yourselves as much as possible in the future. It’s hard to endure.”

“…You, you?!”

[…!!]

“I didn’t mean to die sweetly. I’m not that kind of person. If the academy tries to kill me, I’ll do my best to escape. I have dreams to fulfill and missions to complete. But… “

Bennett paused for a moment. He lowered his gaze as if he was ashamed and said.

“I wanted to get rid of the past and face you guys straight on.”

“…”

[…]

Tara and Niole were stunned by Bennett’s surprise attack.

The crazy wizard who was hiding and stalking the trio also clapped his hands in admiration, and the tower lord patted the wizard’s back, thrilled with the sweetness that exceeded the recommended daily intake.

Bennett neutralized the two with a single word and walked away leisurely.

Tara and Niole, who were standing blankly at the epicenter, were able to restart their brains after a long time. A subtle awkwardness and tension flowed.

“…That’s right.”

[…That’s right.]

Niore thought for a moment and then offered Tara a handshake. Tara took her hand with a question mark on her face at the unexpected handshake request.

Niore said with a grin.

[Shall we compete fairly from now on?]

“Uh, yeah… Over Bennett, right?”

[Let’s not get in each other’s way.]

“Yeah, and no matter what the outcome, let’s accept it cleanly⋯⋯ Well, I don’t think I can.”[Actually, I feel the same way. I think it’ll be really regretful.]

If that’s the case, then there’s going to be a war from now on. The opening of the love front, where means and methods are not considered in order to win love, was just around the corner.

Nevertheless, between Tara and Niole, there was a strong friendship that had overcome life and death and pain together. The two shook hands tightly.

“Even so, we’re friends.”

[Of course. Then shall we disband now?]

“…”

Tara was troubled by something, a lingering irritation in her mind. What is it? What am I missing?

“…huh?”

The words ‘let’s compete fairly from now on’ mean that it wasn’t fair until now. And among the numerous clauses, the one that said ‘not to interfere with each other’ was brought up… What about the interference until now?

“You did it on purpose too-!!”

[As friends, you’ll forgive me, right?]

“Come here, you punk-!”

The fallen saint chased after Niole, who was running away over the wall. It was the season when youth was in full bloom.