Umarekawatta “Kensei” Wa Raku o Shitai

Aria had gone back to the girls' dormitory alone.

Aria was still troubled by the fact that Arta had reminded her not to tell Iris.

(I guess it's because the doctor is worried about Iris. ......)

That's how Aria feels as well.

It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your vacation.

But Aria couldn't do anything to stop Iris from going into battle. She knew that this was where she wanted to be and where she needed to be.

(So ......)

--I know that I should have told her. I'm not sure what to do, but I'm not sure what to do.

You can find a lot of things that you can do to make your life easier. She would surely want to stand next to Alta.

That's why Aria was conflicted.

She wanted to follow Arutha's instructions, but she couldn't ignore Iris. As she walked along with her worries, she found herself in front of the girls' dormitory. And there.

"Oh, Aria!

Iris, who was waiting for me in front of the dorm, called out to me.

"Iris, ......, what's wrong?

"What's wrong? I went to your room and you weren't there, so I looked for you. Where have you been?

"Well, I--I went for a walk.

Aria answered a little crisply. For a moment, she almost answered honestly, "I was at Arta's.

Hmmm?　Well, that's okay. There's still time for dinner, right?　I want you to go out with me.

Where do you want me to go?

I'll take you to a place nearby, somewhere a little bigger. I'd like to try something out. ......

...... Another sword fight?

No, it's okay. My training with Sensei is going well, you know.　I want to learn something that will surprise my teacher!

Aria couldn't help but laugh at how typical Iris was. She's always been obsessed with getting stronger.

She's always striving to surpass the swordsman she's aiming for.

I'm not sure what to make of this. He said he was as strong as his teacher. If Iris were to fight such a man...

Iris would not run away. He would face the enemy with all his might.

Even if the opponent was unbeatable, Iris would surely do so - Aria could see that.

"......

"Aria?　What's wrong?

What's wrong?　I'm sorry, it's nothing. Sword fighting practice, right?

Yes, I am. Are you okay?

Yeah, I'm fine. I'm going to help Iris become stronger than me.

Oh, come on, ......, I'm stronger than you now, aren't I?

I'm not so sure about that.

I'm not sure about that. I'm not sure what to do, but I'm going to do it.

If that was Arta's choice, then Aria decided to make the same choice this time.

I'm not sure what to say.

"Hey, Iris.

Hey, Iris!　What?

Iris. What does she think of you?

Aria said something that had been bothering her for some reason.

I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you have. She asked him on a whim, but he didn't respond.

When she glanced back at Iris, she saw that her cheeks were a little red and her gaze was swimming.

I'm not sure why you're asking me that.

...... Why the honorifics?

It's because you're suddenly asking weird questions!

I don't think it's weird. ...... Is that supposed to upset me?

I'm not upset, all right?

"......

I'm not upset, I'm not upset at all!

Aria brings her face close to Iris and gives her a sharp look.

"Iris ......, did something happen with the teacher?

I'm not sure what you're talking about. It's nothing. ......?

You're still acting weird, though. ......

I'm not weird!　Why are you asking me that?　Why are you asking me that? I think you have a crush on the doctor, too, don't you?

"You too?

"'You'?

I'm not sure what to say.

In the event that you're not sure what you're looking for, you'll be able to find it on the web.

And, ni, ka, ku!　All you have to do is keep me company before dinner time!　It got kind of weird, didn't it?

The only thing that's gotten weirder is Iris.

"Ugh, .......

She walked ahead of him, looking as if she couldn't even speak. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing.

This is a great way to make sure you are getting the most out of your time with your family and friends.

(I'd like to tease you about meeting the doctor a while ago, but ......)

Aria has already made up her mind.

I don't want to tell Iris about this, I want her to stay the way she is. That's what Aria wants.