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She really was like a storm. I don’t know about the others, but are all goddesses that noisy? That can’t be true, because if it were, the world would end in three days.
But it’s great to know that things are going well so far. The fact that Niiro’s favorability rating has risen is more than enough to put my mind at ease.
I’ve learned that even if we deviate a little from the original story, as long as we can make corrections, things will work out. However, it’s safer to stick to the original story where possible, so I’ll continue to follow the original story from now on.
Having the original story as a reference makes it easier for me to act, which is a relief. Without it, I might end up breaking down from all the improvisation. I’m a modern kid, so I can only do what I’m told. But my grandmother praised me for being a good kid who does what he’s told, so I don’t mind.
Setting that aside, I’ve been assigned to attend an orientation retreat, but I don’t have the necessary items for the retreat. So I need to go shopping. In other words, this is my first errand since reincarnation. I’ll do my best to return safely.
A typical extrovert would go with friends, but I’ll naturally go alone. If I went with my classmates, I’d have to constantly worry about their feelings, and my mind wouldn’t be at ease. The biggest advantage of going alone is that I can act however I want. Having to consider others’ requests is exhausting.
After shopping, I plan to watch a movie, go to a bookstore, visit an arcade, and check out a used goods shop. Shopping is just a side note—the real fun comes afterward. I’ll wrap up shopping quickly to make time for enjoyment.
I should also research what’s around here. I need to make sure I know where the dentist, bike shop, post office, and bank are, since I’ll need to go there someday.
Alright, let’s go!
Wow, this is huge. I didn’t realize shopping malls were this big. Before my reincarnation, I always shopped online, so it’s been a while since I’ve gone out to buy something. I’m so excited, but what if I get lost? I guess I’ll just have to walk around and explore. One of the advantages of being alone is that I won’t inconvenience anyone if my plans suddenly change.
I really hope I can relax today without running into anyone.
The essentials for the retreat are listed in the itinerary, so I just need to buy those, but I’ll also buy anything else I need.
I need a toothbrush set, right? I can’t bring the one I use at home, so I’ll buy one. I’ll also buy a towel and underwear.
Insect repellent is definitely necessary. I’m not particularly afraid of insects, but seeing insects with lots of legs is tough. I used to touch insects all the time, but as I got older, I couldn’t do it anymore.
By the way, I’m more of a stag beetle person than a rhinoceros beetle person. When I was little, I thought rhinoceros beetles were cool, but as I got older, I suddenly became a stag beetle person. I don’t really want to touch them, though.
Since there’s a chance of getting injured at the camp event, I should also buy band-aids and disinfectant.
“Huh, Mizuno?”
Ugh.
I heard the voice coming from behind me, but I immediately recognized whose voice it was. If this weren’t here, I’d be happy, but right now I didn’t want anyone to notice me.
“Wow! It’s Sarasa-chan!”
I immediately flipped a switch inside me and shifted gears to respond to Niiro. That was close. If Niiro had been a little closer, I might have heard the click of the switch turning on.
I really didn’t want to see anyone today. But Niiro’s new outfit is really cute. I’m happy, but I’m not happy. I want someone to tell me what this feeling is.
Anyway, isn’t it the protagonist’s role to happen to meet the heroine while shopping? Why am I, the best friend, the one who happens to meet the heroine?
“What are you doing here? Oh, did you come here to see me?”
“I just happened to be here, so I came over to talk.”
“Really? Then this must be fate.”
“That’s… a bit exaggerated.”
Eh, are you angry? Are you embarrassed? Are you embarrassed because it’s too cheesy? Normally, I’m the one who should be embarrassed.
But isn’t that a little exaggerated? I thought I was being pretty exaggerated.
“So, what are you doing, Sarasa-chan?”
“I just came to buy some things I need for the orientation camp.”
Same as me.
“Same as me! This must be fate! We’re connected by something invisible, I’m sure.”
“I guess so…”
There’s no way! The orientation camp is coming up, so it’s no surprise we bumped into each other while shopping! Also, feel the fate with Saotome. Are you confusing me with Saotome?
This is why I’m afraid of things outside of the original story.
But I’ve confirmed that Niiro likes Saotome, so I feel safe and secure. Niiro really likes Saotome.
So what I need to do now is enjoy Niiro’s private clothes. Niiro’s private clothes are more cool than cute, and I’m captivated by this gap.
There were some voices saying that Niiro’s private clothes are not skirts, but don’t impose your interpretation on Niiro. I’ve always thought that.
“Sarasa-chan’s private clothes are cute. What’s up? Are you going on a date after this?”
I make a square with my index fingers and thumbs and peeks into it like a camera. On top of that, I whistle.
Wait a minute. Isn’t this guy too creepy? I think Shota Mizuno is too creepy. Even if he’s just acting, he’s too creepy.
“It’s always like this.”
Niiro, who I complimented, touches her clothes while fidgeting. Is she happy about this? If she’s happy about something like this, then Saotome will be a pushover if she compliments her properly. I have to assist her and make sure Saotome doesn’t compliment her. He won’t praise her unless I say something, because he’s that insensitive.
Just to clarify, the Mizuno in the original story doesn’t necessarily like the heroine. He’s just a playboy who praises any girl.
“I’m looking forward to the orientation camp.”
“Yeah.”
“We’re in the same group.”
“Yeah.”
“I hope the weather will be nice.”
“Yeah.”
“I want to get along with everyone at the camp.”
“Yeah.”
No, it’s normal for her to leave me quickly, saying something like, “Well, I’ll be going now.” Do I have to bring it up myself? If I do that, it might hurt Niiro’s pride, so please bring it up yourself, Niiro!
“Does Sarasa-chan have business at this store too?”
If I say I don’t, she’ll naturally say, “Then I guess we’ll part ways here,” and we can go our separate ways. I’ll give Niiro a nice pass.
“Yeah, I came here too.”
“Oh, that’s too bad. I’m already done shopping.”
I was too naive! I should have prepared a second arrow! Now I can fade out naturally.
“I have something else to do, so I’ll have to say goodbye here.”
I don’t want you to misunderstand. It’s not that I don’t want to be with Niiro. It’s just that there’s no reason for Niiro to want to be with me, so I’m breaking it off.
Look, she’s looking around nervously and seems eager to go home.
“I’m going too.”
“Huh?”
It’s not that I didn’t hear her, I just didn’t understand what Niiro was saying, so I asked her to repeat it.
I waited for Niiro to speak, hoping that what she said earlier was a mistake on my part.
“! I said I’m coming too!”
…Really?
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