Chiyu Mahou no Machigatta Tsukaikata ~Senjou wo Kakeru Kaifuku Youin~

Plains area .

It was a dangerous place with numerous monsters .

This was where the Maou armys encampment was . Of course, the Rescue Squad had also set-up something akin to a clinic here .

We had tents and various things in the cart . We mostly brought things that would be useful . Because we were transporting by carriage, the luggage was kept simple . However, Bluerin would be staying at home . Afterall, he might not be able tell who was friend or foe in a war like this .

It was currently evening and I was sitting down on a chair inside the Rescue Squads camp . The camp itself was being guarded by soldiers on patrol . The chair made of wood wasnt very comfortable to sit on but I didnt particularly mind .

I had nothing to do at the moment .

Rose went with Sigris-san and the others, Tong and his group were sleeping . Orga-san and Uluru-san were with the other soldiers .

These grim looking guys, they sure are taking it easy and sleeping even though the Maou army could come at any time . Whats more, they also stated Umm yeah, its that you know, were resting in preparation for the important fight or something like that .

Rose also said you should just rest .

Just how should I rest?

Well, Im aware of how odd I am for asking . But if I thought about it carefully, were there any instances where Rose let me take a break? Nope, not at all . During training times, I would keep going until I collapsed from exhaustion . It was the same when I was thrown into the forest . Even if I included that time I was with Inukami-senpai, I still didnt really get much time to rest . And now when I finally receive a day off, I didnt really feel like taking a break .

When I had holidays off in my former world, I would be lazy, play games, and sleep . That should normally be the case but now I wonder just how much have I adapted to this worlds lifestyle?

Pardon the intrusion!!

Yes?

A man in armor arrived inside the tent . I could recognize that energetic voice; it was the guard who previously escorted and searched for us when Inukami-senpai and I went missing .

Ooh, Usato-dono! Where are the others?

Theyre not here right now, you know? But If you wait around a bit, the Leader should be coming back soon

No thats fine, I actually came here with someone who wanted to deliver a message .

A message Was it something urgent?

Straightening their back, they gave a bow as the person behind said,

I, Alek Girdle, have been entrusted as your guard for this battle!! I will protect all of you no matter what, even at the cost of my own life!!

. Y-yes, I also look forward to working with you, Alek-san .

As expected, this guy was really a good person .

I understood this not because of his emotions but rather his actions . This might be where the enemy will strike first which was why if possible, Id like to have people I could place my faith in .

Somewhere along the way as the war starts, Ill be entering the battlefield . Thats why Ill be entrusting my comrades to you guys .

Rest assured and leave everything to us! Well then, I should be getting back on patrol .

Do your best .

After giving a final bow, Alek-san exited the tent . Yupp, theyre a lively bunch, I hope that they dont suffer any injuries in this war .

I was spacing out and still sitting in my chair as I stared at where Alek-san exited . You could say that I shouldnt be so carefree since the battle was just ahead but I felt that not doing anything was also fine . As they say, you dont have time to spare . I guess this counted as taking a break for me .

After some time passed, someone entered the tent once again as I was still spacing out .

It was a figure with long and beautiful black hair that swayed as they entered the tent Inukami-senpai looked this way and while a cool smile and while broadly grinning, she started coming closer to me .

Hey, Usato-kun .

Hello, Inukami-senpai .

The senpai who was currently approaching me had donned on silver armor that glittered . I wonder if it was something like a lightweight-type, it was armor that placed importance on being able to easily move around in .

As she noticed my line of sight, Senpai showed a proud expression and puffed her chest out with pride .

Fufu, this? This is Do you want to know? You want to know right?

Its fine .

Of course you want to know . Then Ill tell you! Ill make an exception this time!!

Could you listen to what people are saying?

This armor has a support magic imbued into it which supports my lightning magic! In addition, it was made in a way so that it would not hinder my movements . Its an excellent piece of equipment!

You look somewhat happy .

Of course!

This person couldnt be swayed .

It was almost similar to a child who was boasting It was a little irritating .

Fufun, how do you like

Senpai, youre not very feminine huh?

Wh What are you saying?

I mean, how delighted you look about your armor, normally girls wouldnt have your reaction, right?

No Youre wrong Usato-kun I mean, even I like things that are cute you know!?

Well, I know that .

After all, you desperately try your best to touch Bluerin . But you always get knocked back and sometimes you get completely crushed by his weight .

Thats right! Its not a bad idea if I just take Usato-kun who can completely heal me!!

Eeh!? Taking me by your side!?

I mean, wouldnt it be great if you could heal me!?

Im sorry, I have no idea what you mean at all .

What was with this change of attitude? It was like if I cant get Bluerin, Usato-kun is here isnt he?

Inukami-senpai was gradually creeping closer to me . Somehow I felt somewhat afraid and slowly stood up from my chair, separating myself from Inukami-senpai .

The battle is approaching, its a good suggestion I think!

I absolutely think otherwise .

Stubborn! However Usato-kun, I wont retreat so easily today!

To begin with, you never pull back .

Fufun, I understand now! Youre just embarrassed and trying to hide it In other words, youre being Tsun right now!!

For some reason, todays Senpai was behaving recklessly . Now that I took a good look at Senpai, her eyes werent focused .

However, she was conscious . As expected of Inukami-senpai Her annoyance is limitless .

Please calm down, Senpai . Youre acting strange right now .

Im not acting strange at all .

Are you alright?

This was bad . Somehow, this was really bad .

I wonder if Inukami-senpai harbored fear for the upcoming battle and that was what led to this . Or rather, you could say it would be strange if she didnt . Even Inukami-senpai was just a high school girl before coming here . On the surface she seemed firm but on the inside she might be considerably scared .

I desired this situation, where Usato-kun would be refusing and putting resistance as I try to take possession of him .

Never mind, I was wrong . You were already strange to begin with .

Ah, this person doesnt have any fear at all . Unlike Kazuki, she was definitely broken somewhere . It really makes me question if she left a part or two back in our previous world .

Like I said, Im not acting strange at all .

. I understand . I understand so, could you please stop where you are for a moment? Humans are creatures that can communicate by talking, lets talk through this .

Even Inukami-senpai had a diligent side as the president of the student council back in our school . Shell surely settle down and well be able to talk .

See, even now her movements were slowing and she seemed to be thinking

At times, using strength is necessary . That time has come .

KAZUKIIIIII!! SAVE MEEEEEE!!

I had to call for help immediately Kuh, with the exception of my strength and stamina, I couldnt match Inukami-senpai in anything else . Calling for Rose would be kind of pathetic which was why my only other option was Kazuki .

If he hears this then hell come to save me . Mai furendo Kazuki .

Usato, whats wrong!?

You actually came!?

Different from Inukami-senpai, Kazuki was wearing heavy armor and came into the tent with a flustered expression . I felt moved because of how fast he came here .

Kazuki saw that Inukami-senpai was also here, he made an expression as if he had finally found her and pointed towards her .

! Inukami-senpai!? You were here!? I was searching for you! Sigris-san is holding a meeting with everyone to form a plan for the upcoming battle .

Its alright, once I take possession of Usato-kun, Ill immediately head there .

Just what are you saying?

This person was uninterested in concealing themselves .

Kazuki had no idea what was happening and could only incline his head to the side .

Right now Inukami-senpai is deranged!! Take her away immediately, Kazuki!

I-I dont really know whats going but Ill do as Usato says!

Once again, just how much influence do my words have on Kazuki? However, this time his judgment was nice . He bound Inukami-senpais arms behind her and started dragging her away from the tent .

Muu, as expected, youre the biggest obstacle!! Let me go, Kazuki-kun!

Just what are you trying to do!?

I completely agree with that statement, Kazuki . Just what are you trying to do, Inukami-senpai?

Afterwards, please dont call for me to save you .

Release me~!

T-then, see you Usato!

Thanks, Kazuki .

Similar to a storm, Inukami-senpai had left . Im really grateful to Kazuki, seriously It wouldnt be strange at all if I got suppressed by Inukami-senpai just now .

Shes not a bad person at all . We unexpectedly get along because of similar interests, her personality isnt bad either . Instead, I get a good impression from her because shes not perfect .

But I wonder why she was aiming for me . I dont know the reason for it, I dont remember triggering any flags like in thoseGalgeseither . I didnt have any communication skills either .

Yup, I have no idea .

This case will go unsolved I guess .

Well, I didnt really have the spare time to think about it right now . Until the scouts get back, we wont really have a good estimate of when well be fighting .

I had to brace myself for whatll come . However, Rose did say this . Since the Maou army was rebuilding the bridge, the time when theyll advance should be

Tomorrow morning

I had to make preparations .

As for the guard from before, they would have a rough time with a wild Inukami-senpai .