NOVEL NEXT Chapter 6.1
Stage 1-6. The Pain Will Be Over In An Instant
“Haa…”
Comfortable.
Even though she used to stick to me constantly, ever since what happened this morning, Alice has been spending more time away from me.
Thanks to that, I’ve got some free time and can enjoy my academy life without stress.
I need time alone to plan for the future, after all.
“Alice must have started to understand how I feel… I’m glad to see her growing.”
From the way she acts around me, I know she’s not disappointed in me.
So, I can relax and enjoy my tea like this…
Since it’s lunch break, I’ve moved from the classroom to the café terrace.
Few students use this place, far from the main building and close to the old school building.
“I don’t have to deal with those rude stares either.”
Being called useless doesn’t bother me; I got used to it at the black company I worked at in my previous life.
The department manager’s catchphrase was literally ‘useless.’
I’ve developed the skill to ignore that kind of thing.
Besides, I don’t care what some random people, whose names I don’t even know, say about me.
“The real problem is with Riche. How do I get closer to her…?”
“――Ouga-sama!”
A shout shatters my elegant tea time.
“As expected of Ouga-sama. You’ve already noticed, haven’t you…!”
“…Of course. Did something happen…?”
It’s a lie. I have no idea.
But since she seemed flustered, I decided to go along with it.
“Miss Riche! She’s been taken to the old school building by those three guys!”
“…! Tell me the details as we move. Lead the way!”
“This way!”
I follow Alice as she leads.
I still don’t grasp the whole situation, but judging by how hurried she is, Riche must be in some kind of trouble.
An empty old school building. Three tough-looking guys and a busty girl.
The conclusion is…
“There’s a high possibility they’re doing it…?”
“I think so too.”
No way! That’s not okay!
The plan to add Riche to my harem will fall apart!
I won’t let those tough guys have their way with her…!
“Good observation, Alice.”
“No, I was just following your orders to watch over Miss Riche since the incident the other day.”
“…?”
“I was just obeying your words, ‘Don’t miss the decisive moment’, Ouga-sama.”
“…Excellent, Alice. You truly are my sword.”
…So that’s why! I finally figured out why Alice would sometimes disappear!
I didn’t mean it like that at all…
I was just trying to say something that sounded good at the moment to maintain the status quo…
But thanks to Alice overthinking things on her own, I’ve got another chance to get closer to Riche.
I can’t let anyone else have their way with her.
I was the one who set my sights on her first.
Once I’ve decided I want something, I’ll get it by any means necessary.
Mwahaha, what a devious move—perfect for someone aiming to be a villain like me.
She can’t refuse after being rescued twice.
[Hii!?]
“”—!!””
I heard Riche scream.
In an instant, we dash toward the source of the sound.
“—Found you.”
“Huh? Why are you here…!?”