NOVEL NEXT Chapter 51.1
Stage 2-20. Do You Like The Student Council President?
The Kingdom of Lambdave is surrounded by the sea, a small country harmonizing with nature and rich greenery.
It’s popular as a tourist spot, and sometimes, even royals from other nations come here to escape the noise and refresh themselves.
By the way, the reason the Academy Magic Competition location was moved to Lambda Island several years ago was reportedly Frone’s suggestion.
She said that in the Kingdom of Lambdave, they could build venues and facilities dedicated to the Academy Magic Competition, allowing students to better develop their skills.
Apparently, she’s the very person who saved the Kingdom of Lambdave when it was once attacked by demons and has a deep connection with the royal family.
“――Or so it seems!”
Everything I learned from Mashiro, who read the tour guide.
She’s even checked all the good food and dessert shops.
She’s left no stone unturned. She must be really looking forward to it.
And seeing her agonize over what to buy with her small amount of money, I end up buying everything for her—how soft-hearted am I?
Now, we’re taking a break with cold drinks at a shop we came across.
“Ouga-kun, I’m sorry. I had you buy so much…”
Was she talking about the cakes covering the table? Or the mountain of paper bags on the floor?
Well, if it makes Mashiro happy, it’s fine.
I know she’s not just after my money, so a request like this doesn’t bother me. It’s almost like a father being asked for sweets by his child.
“Don’t worry about it. I’m happy if you enjoy it. Karen, you don’t have to hold back either.”
“Yeah, but I’m fine. If I eat too many sweets… well, you know? Since the cheering section has other nobles, I’ll be in formal dress.”
Karen’s gaze shifts down to her stomach.
…I see. I get what she means.
Especially since Karen used to dress like a guy, she probably wasn’t too concerned about how she looked.
But formal dress means a bit more exposure.
She’s a teenage girl, after all. I decided to steer the conversation without touching on it.
“Come to think of it, it’s been a while since I’ve seen you in a dress, Karen. I’m really looking forward to it.”
“Y-Yeah! I think you’ll like it too, Ouga. It’s really beautiful…”
“But you’re beautiful too, Karen.”
“～～!”
When I said that, Karen’s face turned as red as her hair, and she fell silent.
“Ouga-kun, you sometimes switch into prince mode, don’t you?”
“I’m just saying what I think.”
“So, how about me right now?”
“With the cake in your mouth, you look like a cute little animal.”
“Hehe, thanks. You look cool too, Ouga-kun.”
“Oh? In what way?”
“Well… all of you!”
After thinking for a moment, Mashiro said that.
I see, all of me, huh? I guess I’ve finally become someone entirely charming.
“M-Me too! You’re kind, strong, cool… I like you. Don’t you think so too, Alice?”
“As both Miss Riche and Miss Revetzhenka have said, Ouga-sama is the light that illuminates my world.”
…Being praised that much makes me feel kind of awkward…
Hearing such unadorned feelings made me blush, and I couldn’t think of a way to brush it off.
“…………”
“Oh, Ouga-kun’s blushing!”
“Really. It’s rare to see that expression.”
“I took a picture.”
Why?! Alice, that was fast!
Mashiro and Karen look at the picture Alice took, giggling and having fun.
That photo will probably end up in their hands.
I’d rather they didn’t, but accepting it is probably part of being a man.
I take a sip of iced tea to calm my flushed heart.
Lately, thanks to Reina, I’ve become a complete tea person.
I think I can finally distinguish between flavors. That’s why I can only think that what Reina made is tastier.
Lambdave tea has a unique aroma… it’s strong.