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Chapter 122

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That ring from the other day caused no small disturbance within the party. Upon appraisal, it was revealed to be an “MP Ring”. However, compared with the one I was already using, it was two ranks inferior.

 

DEF: 1

MDEF: 1

MP +30

 

Giving an “MP Ring” to Emilia, who possessed no skills, would be pointless. Since it was a ring, that was somewhat disappointing. I therefore asked Mira or Haruka-kun if either of them might make use of it.

“Are you an idiot?” (Mira)

“No, in this situation, I could not possibly accept it!” (Haruka)

Yes, Haruka-kun’s decision was a wise one. After all, Emilia, Adelaide-senpai, and even Sofia had already been claiming ownership. That Sofia had joined the fray was entirely Mira’s fault, in my opinion. Was that not terribly unfair?

“As expected of Kouta-san. To draw from a treasure chest the very item I need most at present… truly, I feel this must be fate.” (Adelaide)

Adelaide-senpai, with her dusky skin flushed red, extended her left hand toward me.

“Silence! Be satisfied with that collar you are wearing, Adelaide!!” (Mira)

“Yes indeed! It suits you perfectly, that collar! Besides, was it not first promised that you would buy me a ring instead?” (Emilia)

Yes, that was Mira who said it. Not I. Emilia and Sofia pressed forward, glaring fiercely. The appearance of the ring was far superior to that of a mere “silver ring”. Moreover, with the additional effect of MP +30, it was certainly worth one million yen. I had had it appraised at the guild yesterday, just before closing. Because of that, I was unable to sell it in time, and had to carry home the goblin sword I had obtained last.

Until recently, the guild had been open 24 hours, but after the strike it had shifted to shortened hours. This had slightly reduced the burden upon the Self-Defense Forces. It was indeed a good development, but owing to that sword, I had been forced to return home once, missed the supermarket’s closing time, and now Muze was in a towering rage.

“Sell such a trinket and buy water instead!! Muze has not drunk Suntory in hours! There is a limit to how long one can endure with tap water!!” (Muze)

Well, that was a lie. Muze could live for a month without a single drop of water. She herself had said so when we first met, so it must be true. Moreover, she could generate water through magic. However, the water she generated was nearly pure, and according to her, such water was tasteless and unpleasant.

Have Muze’s palate grown refined…?

“This ring must be given to me, your beloved!” (Emilia)

“No! It should be given to me as promised!” (Sofia)

“I shall receive all of Kouta-san’s love, and prove myself worthy!” (Adelaide)

What did any of this have to do with love? Rationally speaking, I wanted to give it to Adelaide-senpai… would that not be best? …No?

“Water…” (Muze)

“Kouta, considering your rationality, Adelaide would indeed be the best choice. As for the other two, prepare something for them another time. It need not be expensive.” (Mira)

“Ah, yes.” (Kouta)

Mira, again with that maneuver?

“Very well! We have secured a promise from Kouta! We shall leave it at that. Sofia, Adelaide, forgive him.” (Mira)

“Yes, pressing him too far would be unkind. Forgive me, Adelaide.” (Sofia)

“No, it is quite alright. I am glad I could be of use to the two of you. I do not care to be cast in the role of true villain.” (Adelaide)

It seemed I had been deftly guided into position.

At the cafeteria during lunch, it had caused quite a commotion. Thanks to that, the gazes directed toward us were extremely unpleasant. Meanwhile, Muze was overjoyed, receiving various types of water from the kindhearted students.

“Kyaa♪ Kyaa♪ Kyaa♪” (Muze)

 

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