Ah.
"Oh."
Around the time the bell rang to announce lunchtime on the campus of the Square School of Magic and Magical Arts.
Makin. Dressed in her sailor suit as a student of the magic department. Was reunited with Te. A member of the knight department. For the first time in several hours.
"I was going to have lunch with Mr. Tett as well. And it was just as well. Saved me the trouble of having to look for it."
". To. Would like to invite the princess to the Department of Magic..."
Mmm.
A. Wel. I was going to go get Makina.
Makina's coughing makes Tet hurriedly correct her words.
The school's spacious cafeteria is crowded with growing. Hungry students. The. Like Makina and Tette. Were placing their meals on trays and trying to find a seat at the long tables.
Thanks to the clamour. No one heard Tet call her princes. But she couldn't 'inadvertently' have her identity and position revealed. At least. Until we find the secret underground library.
Such a conversation between two people with something to hide was almost overheard. To the bespectacled girl with black braided hair who was brought by Makina from the magic class to eat lunch with Makina.
The intelligent girl walked up with her lunch on a tra. Followed by Makina. She then turned her attention to Tett. The strange student who was conversing with Makina.
"... Know you?"
I'm Tet-sa. A fellow adventurer. Tet-sa. This is Erica-san from the same magic department.
"Princess... It looks like Makina's taken care of. I'm Tet Crom. Pleased to meet you.
I don't take care of her. She just took to me on her own."
Makina can't help but smile bitterly as she is coolly dismissed. However. This attitude was the 'thankful' part for Makina.
In her first practical magic exa. Makina managed to perform a compound spell that amazed the elites of the magic department as soon as she transferred to the school. But it also ignited the intellectual curiosity and interest of her classmates. So much so that there was always a crowd around her desk during the breaks between classes.
It might be convenient for gathering information. But rather than Makina trying to ask about the underground library. The students were bombarded with a barrage of questions like "Where did you learn magic?. "What other magic can you use?. "Tell us about your adventures so far. "Do you have a boyfriend? I couldn't gather much information.
'Erik. You have amazing knowledge and skill in magi. And I thought it would be cool and cool...!
I can't take it as sarcasm coming from you.
Thu. Praising Erika will only be met with a cold shoulder.
Perhaps because of this personality. She didn't really fit in with her surroundings in class. It's not that she's disliked. Her classmates in the magic department recognized and respected Erika's ability. But they also knew her unsociable personality. So they didn't try to get involved with her too actively. Erika herself seemed to want that.
Makina was the one who spotted her.
"... Let's just find a seat and sit down. The cafeteria is always full. You'll have to eat standing up."
And just as Makina had intende. I was able to act as a classmates with Erik. Though not as friends.... I'm grateful to Erika. I really think her magic skills are wonderful. And above al. Erika wasn't so ruthless as to ignore Makin. Who had just transferred to the school?
I'm not sure what you mean by "...". I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not. But it's a good idea. You were friends with Tet?"
When the three of us were about to have dinner together with Erika. Two students approached from behind Tetteh.
"Kemmy. And Zeke."
Erika called his name with a surprised look on her face.
Kemm. With her fiery red hair. Who had changed from the black innerwear and light armour (armour) of the Knight Department to a sailor uniform now? And the two silver-haired Zek. Wearing the same blazer outfit as Tett. Appeared together.
"... What? Hmm? What do you mean?"
But Zeke's stomach was crying loudly. So they decided to sit down and have lunch first. And see how the five of them were doing.
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Most of the long tables were occupied. So the five of us sat around a round table in the corner of the dining room.
I am Eric. Eldest daughter of the Hynes family.
The most important thing to remember is that you can't just take a few minutes of your time and let the rest of the day go by without taking a few minutes of your time. She belongs to the Department of Magic and is in a position to act as a guide to Makina.
I'm her sister. Kemmy Hynes. People often say that I don't look like my sister Erica.
Kemmy is a female knight who is swinging her semi-lon. Slightly frizzy hai. And is boldly biting into a piece of meat with a bone in it. She is a female knight who was regrettably thrown away by Tet in a mock battle to test Tet's ability in the knight department.
"... I'm Zeke. I'm the brother... Of your sister Erika and your sister Kemmy. I'm your stepbrother.
While being intimidated by Tet and Makin. Who was he just me? The silver-headed Zeke slowly brings the bean soup to his mouth.
He was the weakest in the Knight Department. And Makina understood that he was the boy who had been knocked down by Tet with a thrusting blo. And who had bumped into Tet in the corridor and smashed his papers.
Wel. We've known each other since before our mother remarried Zeke's father.
The first thing to do is to take a look at the picture.
"He. I'm not crying my eyes out..."
What Zeke just said is a li. Makina.
What Zeke just said is a lie. Tet."
He. He. Hey!
In their close proximity as childhood friends. The Hynes sisters tease their brother-in-law (Zeke).
The two were sister and brother. Even if only in-laws. To Erik. Whom Makina had begun interacting with within the magic department. And to Kemmy and Zek. Whom Tetteh had crossed swords with in the knight department. The five of them enjoyed their lunch while chatting and laughing. Thinking that there are strange coincidences.
S. Tetteh and Makina are lovers?
As we talked in this way.
The unexpected question made Makina spurt out the citrus juice (orange juice) she was drinking with a "Goof" In her cup.
But Tetteh didn't change her expression at all and tore off a piece of bread and threw it into her mouth.
"Just old friends and fellow adventurers. People often mistake us for each other."
"O. No. I'm sure you've had that kind of relationship before! I'm sure Erika's sister thinks so too!"
Your mother's going to get mad at you again if you talk about such things while we're eating. Kemmy."
"Why don't you just stay home no. Mom? You're a health teacher. You're eating lunch in the infirmary or the teacher's office."
"... Are you all right. Makina-san...? It's just a towel...
O. Thank you...
However. In the meantime. Kemmy tries to find out the relationship between Tet and Makin. And also tries to find out Tet's love story that would be popular with the girls.
In this way. The five of us spend our lunch break around the table.
It was Makina's first time at the school. And it was also a valuable experience for her to have a friendly meal like this with other young people of her generation.
Princesses ate with the king (father. Queen (mother. Royalty and noble. Or alone. She had to pay close attention to table manners.
However. Eating lunch while chatting and laughing in this manner without any hesitation was very enjoyable. Just like Makina's idea of 'youth'. I'm not forgetting my mission. But I'm glad I was able to experience this kind of time.
Speaking of which. Makina-sa. Are you going to observe the knighthood class or something?
The most important thing to remember is that you can't get a good deal on a new pair of shoes without having to buy a new pair of shoes.
If I could make friends with a strong warrior like Tet and a pretty girl like Machin. I thought. How bright and colourful my school life would be… Just when I was thinking that.
He. Zeke. What are you leaving the meat for? You're still short!
A hand reached out from behind Zeke's back. Grabbed the meat he had 'saved for fun' on his plate with his bare hands. And disappeared straight from Zeke's plate into his big mouth.
O...!
The meat dish he had left for the main course was taken and gone in an instant. And Zeke turned around with a sa. A pained look on his face in despair.
A large blonde student was looking down at Zeke with a smirk and a nasty grip. His muscular body commanding even over his blazer uniform.
What are you doing? Keith?
The boy called 'Keith' neither reflected nor apologise. But rather. On the contrary. Lifted his eyes and revealed his displeasure.
He has about three other boys around him. Also of large build. Following hi. And he acts like a king.
Yeah? You left your food so I ate it for you! If you have a problem with that. Eat this!
The actual "I'm not a fan of the way you do it." He said. "But I'm not a fan of the way you do it. Either.
"Holy shi...?"
Zeke's mouth was filled with the taste of slightly putrid and sour fruit. The taste of other leftover cheese and spices also adhered to i. And the pungent level of flavour almost made him spit out the lunch he had been enjoying.
Hey! What are you doing with my brother? Keith?
However. Kemmy was not one to let his rough treatment of Zeke go unnoticed. He quickly stood up and glared up at Keit. But Keith wasn't much frightened.
You've got a loud voice. Orc-woman. You just transferred in and got tossed around by an adventurer!
Keith scrubbed his hands that had touched the leftovers with Zeke's silver hai. Making fun of Kemmy. Then he grabbed a handful of fine silver hair and pulled it up.
The hair follicles buzzed and Zeke's expression twisted in pain as he felt the intense pain.
"N. Stop...! Don't do i. Keith...!"
You're a knight too! How long are you going to let your sister take care of you? I'm not sure how long I'll be able to keep up with you. I'm not sure how long you've been taking care of my sister. Even though you're a knight.
Keith's cronies. The boy. Giggle at the vile words.
The most important thing to remember is that the best way to get the most out of your car is to make sure that you have a good car.
Witnessing such terrible malice and violence. Makina thought about using magic to help Zeke. However. It is against school rules for students to use offensive magic against others in the school. She was hesitant to cause problems so soon after transferring to the school and straying away from her original goal.
Keith's behaviour was also problematic. But he didn't punch or kick. It was at a level just barely in violation of school rules that could be deftly disguised if a teacher came along. The school is used to bullying. Or perhaps it was really a sneaky way.
You guys really need to stop...!
"Kemmy! Stop it!"
But Kemm. Who loves her brother. Clenches her fist and tries to raise it.
Her sister. Erik. Quickly raised her voice to stop him. But before she could -.
What the–?
Before Kemmy could strike Keit. Tet broke in grabbed Keith's wrist and twisted it.
"...?
"... I haven't said hello to you yet. I'm Tet Crom. Nice to meet you.
Tet forcefully shook hands with Keith. Who was also in the knight department? And smiled at him. But his handshake was so tight that it almost shattered Keith's hand.
Of course. This is also not a violent violation of school rules. Tet doesn't hit his classmates in the knight department on his first day of transferring. It's just a handshake. –The most important thing to remember is that you should not be afraid to use your hands.
Ow...!
Then Tet quickly let go and Keith instantly took a moment to distance himself. A greasy sweat on his forehead. Glaring at Tett.
Remember. You're the one with the....
"Your name's Keit. Right? I'm the type of guy who remembers faces and names quickly."
I brushed off the threat and watched Keith's back as he left with his cronies.
The situation was somehow resolved without any serious consequences. And both Tet and Makina felt relieved.
"... Good grief. You are oka. Ge. Ku...."
So when Tette was seated again and began to eat her bread and looked at Zeke.
Zeke was sitting upright on the floor of the dining room with his hands on the floor and his head bowed so low that his forehead scraped against the floor.
"... Discipl. Please...!"
The two sisters-in-la. Erica and Kemm. Were surprised by Zeke's sudden action. But they seemed to be generally in favour of his positive attitude. Which he usually does not show.
"Yea. That's a good idea. Zeke! You're gonna need a good workout around here!"
I think it would be reasonable for me to learn from adventurers with more real-world experience."
However. The two of them. Makina and Te. Who simply came to the academy to investigate. Were bewildered by the sudden situation with their mouths open.
"Yeah...?"