Episode 9 

After gym class, I was alone, pondering.

Takamine san’s reaching [100] and her meaningful attitude afterwards.

Shirakawa san’s calling me by my first name in her sleep and flashing [Unmeasurable].

Then, Hina chan’s defending me and it rises to [130].

Furthermore, the subtle reactions of Takamine san and Shirakawa san afterwards…….

I have a feeling that this is no longer a problem that can be brushed off as a mere bug in their abilities.

There must be some clear reason for the unusual likeability of these girls.

And the cause must be something in the past that I myself have forgotten.

“…..Remember, me.”

An after-school classroom.

I sat down in my seat in the empty space and closed my eyes.

Takamine san, Shirakawa san, and Hina chan.

I wonder if there was any special connection between these girls and me?

Elementary school? Junior high school?

No, I believe we were in the same class for the first time in high school.

At least, that’s what I remember.

Then, after high school?

What’s happened in the past year or so?

Entrance ceremony…..

I’m sure nothing special happened. I was just shrinking in the corner.

Cultural festival……

The class’s presentation was a cafe, but I was just behind the scenes washing dishes or something, and I didn’t get a chance to get involved with the girls…….

Sports festival…….

With zero athletic ability, I would have been invisible in the cheering section…

…..Not good.

I can’t remember anything.

My high school life is too plain.

I can’t think of any event that would bring me into contact with such glittering beings as these girls.

“Umm……”

Maybe it’s a really trivial event that I’m not aware of.

For example, helping someone in trouble on the street?

No, I don’t recall anything like that either……. I must have basically avoided getting involved with people my whole life.

Or did I do something that I didn’t know I was doing?

For example, was I unknowingly spreading pheromones?

……How is that possible ! I’m the epitome of an introvert !

“Kageno, you’re still here.”

I heard a voice and looked up to see Akasaka standing at the entrance of the classroom.

He seemed to be on his way home from club activities.

“A-Akasaka. Good work.”

“Oh. What are you doing? Are you having a good time?”

“No, I’m just thinking……. Hey, Akasaka. Have I done anything different since I entered high school?”

“Huh? What?”

Akasaka tilted his head with a dubious look.

Above him is [Akasaka Kenta: 74/100].

“For example, I saved someone, or I was very active……”

“No way. You’re still the same Kageno. Plain and gloomy, but well, you’re not a bad guy, just the usual Kageno.”

“That’s a terrible thing to say……”

Well, it’s true.

After all, I don’t have any idea about myself…….

“What’s with the suddenness? You still care about the likeability story?”

“Well…….I’m starting to think it’s more than just a bug.”

“Hmmm…….. Well, since it’s you, I’m sure it’s just a silly misunderstanding.”

Akasaka said as he slung the bag that was on his seat over his shoulder.

“Well, if there’s anything, just tell me. We’re best friends, right?”

“……Oh. Thank you.”

Akasaka smiles and leaves the classroom.

He’s up to [75/100]. All things considered, he’s a good guy.

If Akasaka doesn’t have any idea what’s going on, the mystery will only get deeper and deeper.

When it comes to exploring the past, where do we start?

I’d have to ask them directly……no, that’s impossible !

There is no way I can ask them, [Why do you love me so much?] !

It’s too embarrassing just to imagine it !

Hmm, it seems like I’m stuck…

At any rate, I may just have to continue to carefully observe these girls tomorrow.

There might be some clues hidden in the fluctuations in their likeability, or in what I say or do.

I sighed and stood up, taking my bag with me.

The solution to the riddle has only just begun.

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