Vol. 9 - Chapter 477 - Reglam’s Fiance, relationship discussion and Caution! Bad for single’s heart!?

The morning of the first day of summer festival, I spent it with Lana and her entourage strolling around the shops, taking a look at the yagura at the centre etc.

Well, for the most, I followed the whim of Lana, checking out any attraction she pointed out. I also enjoyed myself to the fullest.

As for her entourage, they kept their usual setup like any other day, walking a step behind their master while keeping their eye on her. It would have been better if they also had some fun, so I tried to nudge them a bit.

"How about you guys try them as well? This hit the target game is quite fun."

"Please don't mind us, it's still morning and we are content to look after Lana-sama and Zephyr-dono."

"We have our own plans to enjoy the afternoon as well so you don't need to bother with us, Zephyr-dono."

"Yes, nothing can be better than Zephyr-dono and Lana-sama playing together-desu!"

Ah, I guess? I had an appointment with Lana to spend the morning of the summer festival with her, and would switch with another person in the afternoon.

Somehow, there was an argument over who would go join me on the tour of the summer festival.

Whoa, had I finally stepped into the popular normie phase!? Had the springtime of my youth finally knocked at my door? I was honestly wondering about that, but everyone's enthusiasm was so fiery—actually too fiery that it surpassed the comforting temperature of spring and directly transformed into the scorching sunshine of mid-June month—that the bud of my delusions shrivelled and died out before itt had a chance to blossom.

Ultimately, everyone decided on a rotation system.

Haa, I still shiver imagining that scene. But at least, I got to know how everyone was looking forward to the summer festival with me, which pleased me. for new novels

The first member was, as it was visible, Lana. Her three attendants were staunch 'wherever Lana is, there they will be' motto flower and hence were tagging along. I guess if they do have plans to enjoy later, then who am I to force them now, eh?

Lana and I also tried games like ring toss or darts and had fun with the presents we scored. It was my first time trying playing darts but it actually went more smoothly than I expected. I didn't feel so, but maybe it was a correction from my job? Employees etc, though, looked excited and all, so maybe there's no need for a headbutt with unknown for now.

It was the universal law; time flies faster when you're having, and true enough, it was afternoon in the blink of an eye.

"What, is it already the time? But we haven't even been around half... no, not even 1/4th of the venue."

"Or you can say the academy is just as stupendously huge. It's no wonder even practise ground and gymnasium has been transformed."

The venue of the summer festival wasn't just limited to the school courtyard, even other facility areas like training ground etc were taken in use. Yet, we haven't even been around the whole courtyard.

Shizu quietly creeped up to Lana.

"Lana-sama, it's time to switch. I am aware this is lamentable, but......"

"Ugh~, alright. But at least it was fun. Yeah, I am content."

"I also had fun sight-seeing and playing games, Lana. It's a pity time is short on our side."

"You don't have to console me. Also, make sure to not eat too much."

"Ah, thanks. I am also looking forward to what they have to offer. See ya."

It was 12 PM.

My time with Lana lasts only till here, and reluctantly, I part with Lana and move to another appointed location.

The next member was already waiting at the location when I headed for the exit of the school entrance.

"Hey, Zephyr-kun is here~."

Misato took her position next to Orihime-san swiftly as we started walking.

"I'm Misato, Orihime-san. Nice to meet you."

"It's my pleasure to meet you too."

"We can discuss other things later but do you mind if I ask how far the talk of your marriage has gone!?"

"Feel free to ask."

"But I object. Orihime, too, stop. We're in public, remember?"

"But I refuse, it's just an important matter. I have heard the guild <Eden>, that Reglam-sama is a part of, is a place composed of girls majorly. This matter can't be taken so lightly, and I must appeal that Reglam-sama already has a fiance."

"Tahahaha, so you heard Reglam-kun. It's important stuff."

"Reglam, give up. There's no winning in this argument."

"But, ugh......fine, it's just not my day huh......"

Misato seemed like she was having fun in all this, however Orihime-san's eyes were dead serious.

I presume she must have faced just not a bit of trouble due to his appearance, eh. ---Ah, Orihime-san quietly twirled her arm around Reglam's. She then turned her eyes towards the girls that were glancing at our way, and noticing her, they seemed to have shifted their gaze.

Orihime-san turned to Reglam with a grin, saying 'What I said?.' Reglam raised his white flag of surrender.

H-Holy damn, this person is the real deal, wasn't she...?

Afterward, Orihime-san stopped revealing the situation further at Reglam's plea to not do it in front of him. Though, due to that, our discussion steered into a different direction.

"The receiver of Misato-san's goodwill is......Mert-sama I take?"

"Pfft! Cough-Cough!"

Mert suddenly threw a fit of cough at the casual remark of Orihime-san.

"Tahaha~. Mert-sama and I don't have that relationship. Though, of course, it's not impossible either~."

Misato's face was slightly red as she said, however it seemed like she was also enjoying Mert's reaction. And it was when Mert's demonic hand impeded toward her hoping ears.

"Do you even have an idea what you're saying!?"

"Ugyaa!?"

Here it comes, Mert's signature move---sneaky ultra-fast rabbit-ear hold! How long has it been since I saw that?

His movement was quite sharp this time, at least by 50%, which gave the poor bunny no chance to escape. A perfect siege.

Wait, wasn't I missing something here? There was a pair of Misato and Mert, and Reglam and Orihime-san in this group and I was here......alone?

I was feeling a sense of alienation...when one of our guild members suddenly appeared before us, as if guided by fate itself.

"Oh my, Zephyr-san! What a coincidence, isn't it?"

"Hey, Rina. It's really fancy meeting you here!"

The member was Rina, the right-hand of <Eden>.