Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
Iren, who was listening to the exchange between Mizer and Miko Arian, is suddenly caught by Miko Arian’s gaze and her eyes blinking. Nevertheless, she listened to the conversation properly and managed to reply.
”I-If there’s anything I can do... Should I be looking for materials?”
And Miko Arian’s answer is a gentle smile to Iren, who can only think of what she can do to help.
”No. But I want to use the archive room. I need this to tell you something in private... May I borrow her for a moment?”
”...depending on the subject. What do you want to talk about with Iren-kun? As Branch Chief, I’m responsible for managing the staff”
Although it was unlikely that the Goddess’ Priestess would do anything to harm Iren, it would be unacceptable if she forced her to do something terrible, so Mizer questioned Miko Arian’s intentions. Moreover, there are some people in this world who are willing to pay a price for their powerful effects. So, be wary and stay out of trouble.
”To get through this situation, I will give her the strength to fight. After all, there is a way to alleviate her condition, though it will only be temporary. But I can’t tell you how to do it because it’s classified information...”
”What... alleviate... my... condition...?”
”How is that possible...!?”
Iren, who had been suffering from the aftereffects of the Breathless Disease, was stunned by Miko Arian’s unexpected words, while Mizer, who knew of her affliction, muttered in astonishment. Then, as the adventurers who didn’t know what was going on looked at him in confusion, Miko Arian asked again.
”Branch Leader, if I may? I’d like to treat her before the monsters attack again...”
”Branch Leader...!”
Miko Arian’s proposal was like a dream come true for Iren, who had given up on being an adventurer because she thought she would never be able to use magic again. On the other hand, Mizer, who knew her well, could not say no to her expectant gaze.
”Please take care of Iren-kun”
With that, Mizer entrusted Iren to Miko Arian.
However, if he knew the specifics, he would not have entrusted her, but he had no way to know that, and he only expected to increase their strength to overcome this situation.
And because of the feeling, Iren is able to realize that she might actually be able to manage her aftereffects, and her eyes moisten. As the first attempt went well, Shinji, with a feeling of inner relief, let go of her hand.
”Really... It’s amazing... I can generate magic power now...”
”This will take care of the aftereffects, if you can believe it. However... I need to touch Iren-san’s whole body as well”
Iren, who was in tears, soon retracted her tears. Then, Iren’s cheeks slowly flushed as she looked at Shinji with a very unhappy expression on her face.
Still, she understood that she needed to be touched all over by Shinji in order to heal.
”Isn’t there anyone else who can do it?”
”I’m sorry, but currently, I’m the only one who can do it. So, if you can’t handle it, we can stop. And as long as you keep your mouth shut about what I just said, you won’t have any problem with it”
Shinji looks at Miko Arian as he says this. The look in his eyes seemed to say, “Of course it’s impossible”. Iren, who saw this, guessed that he didn’t mean it either. In fact, he did.
”Iren-san, we will respect your wishes...”
If she refuses, she won’t be blamed. But Miko Arian’s murmur made Iren think.
She was in love with Mizer, and she felt she should refuse. But more than that, there is the allure of being able to use magic again, the sense of responsibility to face the threat before her as a fellow Hateyama staff member. More than anything, the thought of Alvin, the embodiment of her former dream, rekindling in her mind, pushed her back.
”...I’ll do it. Right now, I need every bit of strength I can get”
Having made up her mind, Iren affirmed clearly, though her cheeks are blushing.
A story in the reference room, an introduction.
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