4-85: Childish Quarrel (3/5)

4-85: Childish Quarrel (3/5)

Huff Huff Huff

Haa Haa Haa

It was curious for how long they continued that childish fight, but before they knew it, they were on the ground in front of Takeshis moms grave, breathing heavily.

They naturally found themselves looking up at the sky, and it was just as cloudy as the expression they wore.

So, who actually are you pining for? Or do you still have someone else?

After fixing his breathing, Takeshi asked that question calmly.

This time there werent any hints of teasing or jealousy in his voice.

He just honestly wanted to know what this childhood friend of his thought.

There was even a warm tone behind that question that suggested he was willing to help.

But Shinichi just shook his head after seemingly thinking about it.

Its frustrating, but I cant choose. If its someone thats going to be following me around, then I cant choose just on feelings alone.

Oho? So you like this person that much?

The first half conveyed sadness, while the latter half conveyed happiness.

But of course, the true meaning of those words only made sense to the people in question.The source of this content nov(el)bi((n))

But of course, they were referring to completely different things.

Ha ha, how about making a harem in this world for real?

When Takeshi continued to pester him about his harem, Shinichis temples shook, and he said.

If youre going to drag that subject, then Im going to make a fake picture of you and your servant as a couple and distribute it to some fujoshis.

!?!? A-Anything but that!! I-im serious, okay! Dont do it! Its true I hate people, but I still like women, you know! My relationship with Ein is already under suspicion as is!

The result of Takeshis incessant poking was a terrifying threat. He knew Shinichi quite well since theyve been best friends since young, so he knew that this boy was definitely the sort to do it.

However, what really caught Shinichis attention was the name that slipped out of Takeshis mouth.

Hmm Ein, huh. Thats one in German, right? Heh, number one (ichi), huh.

Seriously

Out of loneliness, theyd each given their best friend and their younger sisters name to a completely unrelated person.

From that came embarrassment, shame, and disgust for themselves, and the two boys collectively sighed.

It was curious who first suggested it, but regardless, they agreed to drop the subject.

Takeshi didnt want to talk about all the reckless stuff he pulled just to look for Shinichi, while Shinichi understood that, and at the same time, realized that he would lose out as is.

So really, on his part, it was a strategic retreat, though Takeshi actually noticed that.

Thats why the conversation naturally turned that direction.

So, in the end, where were you? You werent at Garesto at all yet you still happened to meet an Amaryllis? How does any of that make sense?

At that, Shinichi went quiet. He didnt know if he should say it or lie, but after gazing at the cloudy sky up above, he found his answer. There was no point in hiding it.

To be more precise, Takeshi probably understood already.

A world of sword and magic.

Ah That one, huh

It was curious what else Takeshi had considered, but regardless, he accepted Shinichis explanation without question.

Were it someone else, even if it was this kind of modern world where another world like Garesto had become commonplace, they might have still dismissed Shinichis answer as mere nonsense. However, for Takeshi, there was no need for that. Be it emotionally or logically, there was no need for it.

So you followed the stereotypical plot, huh. I guess you became one of those magic warriors from those fantasy stories then? Thats pretty darn cool.

For some reason, Takeshi was smiling proudly for his friend, but Shinichi just shook his head.

Unfortunately, I() cant use it at all. Theres just this device thats really good at doing post calculations.

Hey.

Takeshis eyes opened wide, and he looked at Shinichi with shock.

All sorts of unsettling possibilities flashed through Takeshis minds when Shinichi said that.

The way he saw it, Shinichi had performed countless feats that defied explanation. Feats so absurd that magic should have been the only explanation for them, yet the person himself was saying that he couldnt use magic.

If so, then whatever this device that Shinichi referred to couldnt possibly have been anything decent.

After all, bridging the gap between what ones inherent traits, talents, and training allowed and performing extraordinary feats was no simple matter. If it were true that such a device existed and allowed Shinichi to perform world-altering actions, it could only imply that highly unethical and inhumane procedures had taken place.