When I opened my eyes, I was under the sea. All sorts of fish were swimming around, the sunlight was blinding me when I looked up and the darkness was below.

I mean, if I was under the sea, I would die!

I thought so, but I'm breathing normally. Apparently, just like Lily's time, this place seems to be a special place.

But unlike that time, Aeon is nowhere to be found. What's that supposed to mean?

Mr. Tact!

Aeon's voice came from behind me. Good. You're here... na...

When I turned around, I saw Aeon, who had grown to the size of a junior high school student in a pseudo-dragonized state. Moreover, her breasts had grown rapidly, and for some reason her clothes were dark blue school water. The name tag read 'Ion' on it.

Such an Aeon hugs me.

''It's good. I found myself alone... and lonely.''

Mr. Tact...

Ion closes his eyes and moves his face closer to mine. I shut my eyes too.

'You're preparing a pretty nasty ordeal.

I say this and Ion stops moving.

'What are you talking about?　Mr. Takut.

'You can't fool me. The Aeon I know would never say she's lonely on her own. She's the kind of girl who cares about me and the people around her while she's lonely and desperately trying to be sweet. It's about time you showed up, why don't you?　Lord Zekkai Dragon.

When I said that, the ions in front of me turned to bubbles and disappeared. And then a voice came from below.

'As expected, you understand my family members very well. I'm sure you'll be able to fool them..............

Long-bodied dragons like snakes that illuminate the darkness of the deep sea with blue light swim around this world with ease. This Dragon King, this Dragon King, is far bigger than the Holy Bright Dragon King. His body has already covered the entire visual range, but I still can't see the end of his tail!

''That's only natural. I am the Absolute Dragon, the Absolute Dragon, the dragon that represents absolute truth to the world. I'm the dragon that represents absolute truth to the world.

Demonstrate absolute truth? So is that why you can't see him?

That's right. Absolute truth is something that does not exist. The world is interesting because it's not absolute, it's relative. I like navy blue squishies, but I'm a dragon who likes them in other colors too.

What are you blabbing about? The dragon.

I'll be honest with you. I'm basically a dragon who hates humans. Humans pollute the ocean for their own reasons. But they also create the culture of squash. So you must test the waters. That's why we must put you to the test.

Am I disqualified for refusing to wear school suds?

No way. I know you got a kick out of this.

What? No, the destructive power of the squadron's ions was indeed great.

''You're right!　That's why I have to admit that you're not fooled by appearances, but by the truth.

Oh! So I guess I've passed my test.

As for you. But not my family.

Inside the water ball held in the Zekkai Dragon King's hand was the figure of an ion.

What was the state of the ion inside that water ball?

''Tact-san, please ahhh!''

Mr. Tact, I need your ear buds.

Mr. Tact, hold him in your lap, please.

What is it? What about the ions in this dada sweet state?

I've been spoiled all the time, and now I've got a vision of you, and this is what it looks like. I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make your life easier. It's a good thing that my family is so clumsy that it makes me cry.

Is this what happens when you spoil Aeon all the time? I suppose that's one thing, but I still wish Ion would support me and Lily, who are no good.

''Oh. That's the nature of this guy, isn't it? Then my dream time is over.''

Aeon's dream time is over as Zekkai Dragon King-sama breaks the polka dots.

''Mr. Tact, brush your hair.

Should I?

'Yes!　Would you like to...?

'Hey. You awake from your dream?　Dada Sweet Attendants

Jeez, Jeez, what happened to you?

I'm having the same reaction as Lily.

'Oh... that?　I....I was just...

It's a good thing you're not the only one. Your master saw through your fake breasts and your big-breasted swimsuit, and now you're a failure in this whole ordeal.

What... what?　Wait, wait, wait, wait!

'I won't wait. And by the way, I've made sure that he saw you in your dumbass form. I'll be pampered like that for a long time.

What?

Aeon looks at me with a red face and teary eyes. Well, well, you know... what is it?　I looked as hard as I could. Ion covers his face with his hands. He looks really embarrassed.

But Aeon tells Zaikai Ryuoh-sama, "I demand you to retake the exam!

''And I demand that you retake the test!　That's not at all like the test Lily gave you!

'On the contrary, I ask you. Why do I have to take the same test as the other Dragon Kings?　And what in the world is going to be tested of you with a test that you know the content of?'

That's not...

Remember. Remember, lass. The sea creates life and takes it away. They are both the sea, therefore the sea is not absolute. That's why I will test you in a different ordeal than the other Dragon Kings.''

So you're going to show absolute truth by preparing a different test than the other Dragon Kings.

That's it. You're not one of those snarling, useless soldiers, are you? But I don't want to destroy my promising family members like this either.

So!

'Hmm. I'll recognize you if you put on this squash and confess your love to the summoner over there.

Ion exclaimed, his face turning red.

'So what!　That ordeal!

'What?　You don't?　Can't you be prepared for this?　That's not a good story. After awakening to the light dragon, young lady was prepared to abandon her current form to become the Lord's power, right?''

I'll do it!　I'm ready for that, and I can even confess it!

Aeon, you're still being pushed around by the Supreme Sea Dragon King.

''Then, this is my present to you. Here.

Aeon's outfit changes to a school swimsuit.

'd*mn... that's too much, Mr. Tact... not much.

"No, Gaze at it. Or you're out of the test.

As long as you've told me, I'll just have to look at the ion.

So I suddenly wondered. Why does this dragon care about squash? I'm sure there are plenty of other types of swimsuits out there...

At the moment I thought that, I interrupted Aeon who was about to confess, and the Zekkai Dragon Lord came in front of me.

''Ki, you... what did you just imagine!

'What?　What do you mean, a swimsuit other than a bathing suit?

'There is such a thing!　The only swimwear in this world is supposed to be squeezing water!'

Are you... Are you okay? This world.

When I asked for details, I found out that in this world, women are wearing swimsuits and men are wearing a loincloth. I didn't want to know the information about men.

He said that since the skills and items exist in the first place, there isn't much advantage to bother with underwater equipment because they can act underwater with their clothes on. But if underwater equipment wasn't made, then it would be a mystery what kind of abilities would be attached to it.

''So...so...gokuri. What kind of swimsuit do you know about?''

What's the...

''Um. Is it time for me to get really angry?

Aeon is on the verge of exploding when her confession is suddenly interrupted.

Well, wait. I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that. First, let's talk about the other swimsuit.

I will not wait!　Mr. Takt!

Yes!

I couldn't help but make a funny sound at the serious Aeon.

'I've loved you ever since the first time you summoned me!　I love you, Tact, for encouraging me and relying on me to be weak!　I love you!

I like you too, Aeon. I care about you.

'The answer is enough for now. There are many people in Takuto-san. I think Lily, Setia, and Love Fire all love Takht-san, too. But I, I won't lose!

I'm painfully aware that Aeon is a really strong girl.

'Hm. ''You look a little better... all right. I'm sure my family is ready for this, and I've certainly seen it through!　I will do as you ask, and I will awaken the dragon's blood in Aeon!'

Aeon's body emitted a blue light. Then the evolution began.

When the evolution was over, there stood Aeon in a pseudo-dragonized state that had grown to about the junior high school age he first encountered.

He was dressed in a dress that was also black based on blue. This alone makes her look much more mature. Her proud twin-tails have grown a bit too. Her breasts are growing. It's not a rapid growth, though.

''Ah, um... tact-san...''

"Hey. Your evolution is over, and you're useless. Goodbye. Keep up the good work.

The ions start to glow.

"What?　What the hell is this?　God!

Ion is gone. Ahhhh, I'll have to follow up after that, I guess.

'Is that the continuation of the swimsuit story that you left me with?　Or should I thank you for having the backing of Ion?

Just like Aeon is clumsy, Zekkai Dragon King-sama seems to be clumsy as well. Confessing is definitely one of the trials and tribulations, and it would take a lot of determination. I think it's great that Ion did that.

But in reality, Zekkai Dragon King-sama is encouraging Ion to confess.

In other words, Ion was already ready to hear Lily's ordeal and awaken the dragon's blood. There was no point in trying to test his readiness.

If so, I guess I'll just say that I've decided to push my clumsy subordinates to the back.

''Hmph. I'm a king too. I'll take care of my clumsy family members. But you'll have to listen to the story about the swimsuit.

So when I tell him what I know about the swimsuit, the Zekkai Dragon King is very satisfied. And I was able to learn a bit of history from Zekkai Dragon King.

It seems that long ago he tried to make swimsuits compulsory for his female followers. But the truth is that the king is not absolute.

His male kinsmen were in favor of the idea, but his female kinsmen were against it. The men who agreed with the plan were beaten to a pulp by their female counterparts, and as a result, the scrubby harem plan could not be realized.

'But these swimsuits can go!　I'm going to make a new chapter in history!

Good luck.

I will. "and lead him on.

I recognized that this dragon is a king too, for some reason. He's a much different king than the Holy Shining Dragon King, though.


I go back to the original field. Then I saw the evolved Aeon sitting in a gymnasium and cowering.

''Ahhhh...Aeon.''

"...leave me alone for a while.

He looks much more depressed.

''What is it... to be forced to confess to me... dressed like that... hmmm... I'll be laughed at for the rest of my life...''

I feel like Aeon is about to go dark! Dude, you okay? For now, let's take a look at the evolved Aeon.

Name Aeon Drago Newt Lv 30 -> Drago Newt Envelope Lv 1

Life force 40 to 60.
Magic power 62 to 82
Strength 33 to 53.
Defensive value 22 to 32.
Agility 84 to 104
Dexterous value 70 to 85

skill

Two swords Lv 23 Spear Lv 1 Throwing Lv 6 -> Throwing maneuver Lv 6 Flight Lv 4 Underwater action Lv 10 -> Swimming action Lv 10　
Water Blade Lv11 → Ice Blade Lv11 Continuous Attack Lv1 Water Magic Lv1 Blue Wave Lv1 Dragon Technique Lv4　
Pseudo-Lyonization Lv 5 -> Lyonization Lv 4 Sea Dragon's Blessing Lv 1

Envelope means envelope, etc., but here it probably means something to wrap around. An entity that gently envelops us. I think that's what it was named for.

The strength has definitely gotten stronger. What I'm seeing for the first time is the spear, throwing maneuver, swimming action, ice blade, blue wave motion, and sea dragon blessing.

The spear is the one Kego uses. The harpoon seems capable in underwater combat, and it's useful in mounted combat as well.

And the spear is probably covered by a throwing operation. If you can manipulate the projectile at will, I feel it's quite powerful.

The swimming action would probably increase the swimming speed. Swimming is a word used primarily with fish. It's like Aeon's underwater combat has been enhanced.

What's the ice blade? Since it's a water-blade evolution, does it send ice slashes flying? The blue wave motion would be a light wave water version.

I'm a little concerned about the sea dragon blessing. I'm not sure if it's the same as the holy dragon's blessing.

When I finished checking the status, Mel and the others arrived.

The only thing that matters is the fact that you have to be able to see it.　I'm finally home!

Brother!　You can't just go away without permission!

Brother. Do not run away.

Huh? What do you mean?

According to Mel and the others, they were going to have a victory party after that, but I was nowhere to be found. In the end, the party was held without me, but without a planner, it didn't seem to be as exciting as it could have been.

Aha! I'm going to send an email to all of them explaining why and apologizing.

Mel and the others have confirmed that I'm safe, so I'm going to log out. I'll apologize to them later.

I'm about to head to the flower garden I found today with Aeon, and Aeon says.

"...fold your arms.

What?

I'm not moving from here until you fold your arms.

You're getting selfish... I was impressed with Aeon's unusual smile as she moved around with her arms folded to get in a good mood.