"Great. Just walk out, naked, through the girls' dorm. What could possibly go wrong?"
The thought alone made me groan. Someone would see me. The chance of slipping out unnoticed was slim to none. If I got caught… no, when I got caught, there'd be no talking my way out of it. A naked guy sneaking out of the girls' dorm wasn't something you could explain away with charm or excuses.
I needed a better plan. Something bold. Something ridiculous.
"Alright," I muttered, taking a deep breath. "Let's get theatrical."
I activated my skill, Red Smoke.
The dormitory hallway was quiet, lit only by the warm glow of magic lanterns. Two girls stood chatting near one of the doors, their laughter echoing softly.
"Finally, Hina-senpai! Let's go to the hot springs already!" the younger one chirped.
"Sorry, Kotone," her companion replied, stretching. "Didn't mean to keep you waiting."
