Episode 12 – The Smile of the Person I Like

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603008595869 The day after Maho Shirasaki publicly declared her feelings for me. The moment I walked into the classroom, I could feel the stares of everyone around me—they were strangely intense. “Good morning, Kasugai.” “Good morning.” The male student who spoke to me glanced toward the hallway before even responding to my greeting. There … Read more

Episode 15 – Don’t make me out to be the bad guy

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603068864073 On Friday after school, on my way to the entrance, a first-year girl called out to me. It was the girl who had been with Mei. I think her name was Aizawa. She looked down the hallway awkwardly, then bowed her head slightly to me. “Segawa Senpai, I’m sorry. Mei is waiting in … Read more

Episode 32 – Flowers That Bloom at Night

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051601476634937 It had been a few days since Luciera left the capital. At Serena’s guild, it was a morning just like any other. “Good morning, Alt.” “Good morning.” Serena flashed her usual gentle smile. Seeing that smile, I naturally smiled back. “I guess we’ll start with sorting through paperwork again today.” “Yeah.” “I was … Read more

Episode 11 – I have a crush on senpai

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603008595869 Even before my part-time shift that day began, I felt strangely tired. I talked with Kotonoha in the courtyard, organized the cultural festival materials in the student council room, and left school while being half-watched by Himuro. Still, once I changed into my “Anemone” uniform, I couldn’t let my personal feelings get in … Read more

Episode 14 – The Day I Turned Down Senpai’s Request

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603068864073 It was after school on Thursday that the communication breakdown within the Cultural Festival Executive Committee came to light. On my way to the entrance with Shiori, I noticed that the hallway in front of the faculty room was unusually noisy. A few third- and second-year students had gathered and were checking something … Read more

Episode 31 – Someone Special

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051601476634937 The tour of the guild continued. The infirmary. The records room. The orphanage. Luciera looked around with keen interest. Each time, she turned to me and asked, “What kind of work do you do here, Lord Alt?” “Mainly organizing paperwork and looking after the children.” “Oh, really?” Luciera’s eyes sparkled. “The children really … Read more

Episode 10 – A Conversation with My Childhood Friend

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603008595869 Lunch break the next day. The message I received from Kotonoha was brief. “Can you spare a little time after school today? I’ll be waiting in the courtyard.” This must be a follow-up to what she mentioned at the store yesterday. I left the reply box open and let my finger hover over … Read more

Episode 13 – Pretending to Be Friends for Exclusivity

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603068864073 After school on Wednesday, I got a message from Mikoto. “Can we talk for just a little bit today? I’m really struggling with this thing about Sano-kun. If possible, just the two of us. Please don’t tell Miyahara-san.” The moment I saw that last line, I turned my phone face down. A few … Read more

Episode 30 – The Princess of a Neighboring Country

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051601476634937 A few days later. “It’s kind of hectic today, isn’t it?” Ever since morning, the guild had been noisier than usual. Guild members were coming and going in the hallway. Some were arranging flowers. Others were tidying up desks. It wasn’t usually this hectic. I called out to Serena, who was walking nearby. … Read more

Episode 9 – I don’t want you to get hurt

Source https://kakuyomu.jp/works/2912051603008595869 Once Kotonoha and Ren were seated, I set down water and menus in front of them. “Let me know when you’re ready to order.” “What do you recommend, Yuto?” “If you’re in the mood for something sweet, try the seasonal fruit tart. For a drink, I’d go with the blend.” “Okay, then I’ll … Read more