The transfer student, especially with Karas's involvent, caused so confusion for a while, but it passed sohow.
It wasn't an issue since I didn't see Dan Yerin or Karas every day, and everyone had their own tasks to handle.
Ti passed like that, and soon the start of the sester was just around the corner.
"Why won't this work...... It's not like this should drag on endlessly......"
Grace muttered gloomily, slumped over the table.
It looked as if a dark aura was creeping down on her head. She was expressing low pressure with her entire body.
"Uh...... Cheer up? But why can't it work? We even signed the contract."
Kara, sitting across from her, offered words of comfort while voicing her curiosity.
Currently, the contract with Grace had been completed. Kara and Ellie tried to interfere midway, but they couldn't stop her.
To be exact, they discussed it among themselves, and eventually, everyone agreed.
They even added a sympathetic look toward Grace. It was probably related to her trauma.
However, an unexpected problem arose from none other than the Committee's side.
"No matter if it's for protection, cohabitation between opposite sexes is absolutely forbidden. They say it leaves too much room for loopholes later."
"So, they're making rules now, aren't they?"
"Yes. If the Headmaster hadn't helped, it would have been even harder."
The Committee rejected it, claiming there was too much room for abuse. As a result, the situation beca a bit tangled.
The Committee isn't old-fashioned or anything. If anything, they acted on their principles despite knowing Grace's background.
Even Rod's influence ca into play to establish the rules. Considering this, it almost makes this side feel apologetic.
"Still, it's better than having no possibility at all. Do your best moving forward. Oh, and follow the Headmaster's instructions to the letter."
"I would never do sothing like that. I know it's overambitious of ."
Of course, just because it's Rod doesn't an he sided with us unconditionally. He also remained as neutral as possible.
As a condition for cohabitation, they plastered with restrictions that were not exactly restrictions.
First and foremost was Grace's safety. Since it involved cohabitation between opposite sexes, there were nurous risks.
If such an incident were to occur, not only would I be expelled from the Academy, but Rod would be too.
Rod took on the responsibility himself to allow the cohabitation. Because of this, the Committee had no choice but to accept.
"The Headmaster must really care about Sivar to take responsibility himself."
"That's why I plan to give him so good herbs soon."
That's why authority is great. But if it's overused, it will eventually harm Rod.
Though I don't plan to cause any trouble, I intend to ensure Rod doesn't suffer any consequences.
I don't care if soone curses at along the way. As long as no strange rumors stick to the people around , it's fine.
'Although it seems like the rumors have already spread.'
Judging by the penalty points imposed on Luna and , it's highly likely the rumors have already spread.
Therefore, I expect we'll draw attention once the sester begins.
If the cohabitation with Grace spreads on top of that, it will be quite a spectacle.
'First, I need to find the person who imposed the penalty points.'
I'll find that person and start by talking to them. As I said before, it's highly likely they're from our class.
Other class students wouldn't care, let alone know our faces.
If they're an upright student, well, I'll let it slide, but if not......
'I'll have to hear their excuses.'
As the sester approaches, it seems like there's more to do.
It's the sa for Dan Yerin and Karas, but the Colorless Magic Circle is still left.
There's only one left, and its location is also simple. It's the Stock Exchange, which I frequent often.
However, because of the sheer number of people there, causing an 'accident' under the guise of a mistake is difficult.
Even if I do cause an accident, I might be banned from entering for a while.
'In the ga, I could just destroy it openly.'
I might get dragged to the Committee for a bit, but I'd be released not long after.
But in this already unfavorable situation, who knows what would happen if I did sothing like that now.
In terms of honor, my fa and notoriety are evenly distributed. I need to be careful.
'If I ss up, I might spend half the sester on probation.'
Up until now, Rod has covered for well, but it must be reaching its limit.
The cohabitation with Grace was practically forced. It's unrealistic to expect a favorable view from the Committee's perspective.
"I'm heading off now. Tomorrow is the start of the sester, so I have a lot to prepare."
"I should get going too. What about you, Sivar?"
Lost in thought for a mont, I noticed Grace and Kara seed about to leave.
I planned to stay a little longer to talk with Luna.
"Later. With Luna."
"You're going with Luna? Got it."
"Then tomorrow...... before we et!"
Grace paused mid-goodbye and stretched out her arms wide.
Her expression was her usual confident look, but now it seed a bit shaless.
She was asking for a hug, very naturally.
"Before I leave, you know? Hug ."
"Sigh. How long are you going to keep doing this?"
"Until I'm completely healed."
Surprisingly, even Kara didn't try to stop her.
I don't know what kind of conversation they had, but it seems Kara is letting Grace's actions slide.
"Then how about I hug her first, and you hug her after? I'm kind of jealous."
"No. Then Kara's scent will be on ."
"......What's wrong with my scent?"
"I only want Mr. Sivar. Co on, Mr. Sivar?"
I stared blankly at Grace, who was insisting on a hug.
Her brazen smile made feel a bit dumbfounded, yet sohow, it was also a bit cute.
So I gave her a light hug. As soon as I did, Grace clung tightly, unwilling to let go.
Thanks to this, I felt a soft and tender sensation. I tried to act as if I didn't notice, but the corners of my mouth twitched.
"Mmm......"
Grace buried her face in my chest, rubbing against and doing whatever she could.
It seed like she was holding as if she didn't want to let go. It felt like a hug full of loneliness.
Grace, who looked tough on the outside, was soft and delicate on the inside, so I responded silently.
"Phew. Feels good. If I keep recharging like this, I'll probably get better."
"Sivar isn't so kind of herb, you know."
"He's a human herb."
I have no idea what part of looks like a herb, but if it works for her, I let it slide.
Kara snickered at Grace's response before turning her gaze to . I also t her gaze.
"Will you hug too?"
"Sure."
At Kara's request, I hugged her just like before. Perhaps because she's tall, she buried her face in my neck.
Up to this point, it was just an ordinary hug. But her unexpected action ca just as we were about to part.
Peck-
"......Huh?"
As Kara stepped back, she casually wiped her lips, still holding my neck.
It wasn't a deep kiss but a light peck, more of a show of affection. A bit flustered, I looked at Kara's face.
She wore a very sly smile, clearly having done it deliberately despite Grace being behind her.
Combined with her signature bronze skin, it exuded an even more seductive aura.
"Y-you! Wh-what are you doing......!"
"I'm heading out. See you tomorrow~"
Regardless of what Grace said behind her, Kara leisurely walked out.
Grace gaped at her brazen behavior, her mouth opening and closing without sound.
Then, she alternated her gaze between and Kara before hurriedly running outside.
"Hey, Mr. Red Sun! What's with the sudden move?!"
"What? If soone shows you kindness, you should accept it."
"Th-that is true, but!"
Now that I see it, Kara and Grace have beco close at so point. I thought as I watched their backs.
Fortunately, Ellie is not here right now. She is busy preparing for the start of school tomorrow.
If Ellie had seen this scene... hmm... from the perspective of a man like , wouldn't it have been a huge blessing?
I fumbled over the lips Kara had just kissed with and sat back down in my seat.
Since Luna's training isn't over yet, I plan to wait quietly.
"Ugh..."
"Good work. Your skills improve every ti we spar."
"Thank you..."
Not long after, Luna ca in a semi-exhausted state. Rod entered with a satisfied expression as an added bonus.
"I'll bring herbs that are good for muscle recovery, so just wait a bit. I have to go out because we've run out of herbs."
"Ah. I'll go myself..."
"You won't be able to find it. I'm asking one of my connections for it."
Rod went out to get the herbs. Naturally, it was just Luna and left alone in the room.
Luna, seemingly on the verge of collapse, let out a groan as soon as she sat down at the table. Her entire body was drenched in sweat.
Her white shirt was soaked with sweat, making her underwear completely visible. She didn't seem to care much.
"Luna."
"...What?"
"It's all showing."
"...Take a good look. I don't have the strength to cover up."
Luna, who acted as if it was no big deal. It sounded carefree if you didn't think too deeply.
"You've seen sothing bigger than mine, so what."
"... ..."
If only it hadn't been for the next sentence. It was almost self-deprecating, leaving unsure how to respond.
Anyway, I decided to quietly eat so bread until Luna regained her strength.
Having visited frequently during the vacation, Rod had prepared so. And in enormous quantities, too.
"...Ah. Right. Sivar."
"Hmm?"
It was when I was stuffing my mouth full of bread. Luna, who seed completely exhausted, called out to .
When I looked at her, Luna was smiling brightly. Combined with her fatigued complexion, it was a bizarre expression.
"This ti, my stamina increased by 5."
"Oh. Really?"
"Yeah. It seems they pushed hard since it was the last session."
Raising it by 5 is extrely difficult. As expected from soone with extraordinary talent.
I handed another piece of bread to Luna, who looked proud. Luna, perhaps bored, silently accepted and ate it.
"Munch munch. By the way, Sivar."
"Yeah."
"Where's the rest of the magic circle?"
"Stock Exchange."
Now we could talk about such things easily when we were alone. Trust had built up as we shared secrets.
Of course, I hadn't completely revealed my secrets yet. I probably wouldn't need to, either.
Upon hearing my answer, Luna nodded and asked another question.
"What does it look like?"
"Stock Market."
"What?"
This was precisely why it was troubleso. The magic circle was none other than the Stock Market.
It wasn't a case of "hidden in plain sight," but rather, it was blatantly there, and yet no one had noticed.
"The Stock Market is a magic circle? Then that's a bit of a problem."
"Yeah."
"Hmm... I'll have to think about it slowly. I visit there often anyway."
"How much money are you making?"
"...Actually, I'm at a loss."
"Oh dear."
Now she even uses the phrase "at a loss." Lately, Luna has taken a liking to stocks.
She doesn't ask but consistently reads the newspaper. I'm worried she might end up like Antonio.
'If things don't work out, I can always help her.'
I still have a lot of money left. Moreover, I've even secured stable deposits.
That ans there's no need to worry about money. Of course, I'll aim for jackpots occasionally.
'If the Academy Collapse happens, everything will plumt.'
Only two areas will skyrocket. Stocks related to Byzantium and military supplies.
With demons appearing, Byzantium's rise is a given, and civil wars and conflicts will erupt everywhere.
The world will be chaotic for a while as everything festering cos out all at once.
"Here, take this. If you drink it and rest well, your muscles will recover."
"Thank you, as always."
"No need to thank . You'll have to work even harder moving forward."
"Hahaha..."
A while later, Rod returned, and we even had tea. Honestly, it was quite bitter, making it hard to drink.
But Rod insisted that I had to drink it, saying it was necessary to control my strength.
Since Rod knew more about herbs, I couldn't help but drink it obediently.
"Tomorrow is the start of school."
"Indeed."
"Sivar."
"?"
It was while I was tasting the strange combination of bread and herbal tea. Rod called my na.
When I looked at him, Rod was gazing at with a kind expression. There seed to be a slight hint of concern as well.
"I sincerely hope this sester will pass quietly. Can you manage that?"
"I'll try."
"Well, even trying is sothing."
Rod chuckled and patted my head lightly. I also planned to keep my actions in check as much as possible.
******
However, that resolution beca aningless when, on the first day of school, I spectacularly caused trouble.
The problem was that the incident wasn't just a simple accident.
"Let's hear the situation first."
"... ..."
"Why did you hit a fellow student? For what reason?"
Not even a supervisor, but assaulting a fellow student landed in front of the disciplinary committee.
It was the massive incident everyone feared the most.
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