"Why, Master ......?

　--Inside the King's castle, Futa's private room.
　One of them is a girl who vaguely touches the windowsill and murmurs as if she is thinking about something.

　The girl's mumbling is like that of a trapped princess in a deep window, and Futa, who is staring at her from behind, chuckles.

I don't know what to do about that.
"What?

　I'm not sure what to do.
　It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your vacation.

I've been asked to take care of this today!

　It was this morning when I received a request.
　This is not a day-care center, but he had heard from somewhere that I sometimes take care of Ruri, and that Ayame often comes to visit.

　Futa asked her what she would do if he left her with her, but Izuna just laughed at him.
　He said that she would be safe in your care, but he couldn't ignore his words, so he took care of the confused Motisuke.
　I took his word that he was not in any particular danger and that he would be back in the evening, and thus I spent the rest of the day with the unusual guest.

　That was all well and good, but the problem was the air.

　She sighs once a minute-more accurately than a clock.
　Even though he was wondering what to do about it, Futa had no idea what to do.

　I don't remember doing anything to her, but I do remember her being strangely hostile, or rivalrous, or pitted against me.

Mochisuke, if you're free, let's have some fun.
No, thank you.
You can't just stand there.
No, thank you.
Let's talk about old times with Izuna.
...... No, thank you. Master, you don't seem to like Colosseum stories very much.

　You are right.
　It was an unsuccessful attempt to attract Motisuke's attention.

...... I'm in trouble. What should I do?

　He looked next to him as if he was pinning his hopes on him.

"...... what?

　In the place where you should have been a moment ago, there is only a maid-shaped blank.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

It's not that you need to worry about Motisuke. Don't worry about it.
You're not going to have time for ...... that, are you?

　You'll be able to find a lot more information on the web.
　I'm not sure what to say.

I'm used to it.
I'm used to it." "Jesus, Izuna, you're a cold one.
Please take it back.
"Oh?

　The look on Motisuke's face as he looked back at me was unpleasant.
　When I blinked my eyes to see if I had misspoken, she looked away uncomfortably.

Please take it back. ...... Master is rather too concerned about Motisuke. --I'm sorry, I didn't say that enough. Motisuke was used to it before he met the Master.
I didn't know that. Well, he's a rowdy one. ......
"......

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　You'll be able to find a lot more information on the web.
　He had heard from Izuna that he had picked her up, but he had no idea where she came from.

Can I ask you what you did before you met Izuna?
"Yes, as long as it doesn't violate any security codes. I understand that Futa Pomodoro is concerned about Motisuke's time. ......

　In the event that you have any questions regarding where and the best way to get in touch with your loved ones, you can contact us at our own web site.

It's a good idea to keep your eyes peeled for the latest news on the web. Since then, in accordance with orders--warning, security code violated--...... can't tell you much, but he's been in one facility the whole time. I've been waiting in a pod until I got the order, so I'm used to having time on my hands.
"...... I see.

　For a moment, the light went out of her eyes as soon as the word "warning" appeared, and Futa was momentarily pressured by the eeriness of her voice, as if she were a talking doll.
　Even if she can't speak, it's like she's being controlled by someone else.
　Futa put his hand on his chin and said, "How much does Izuna know?

"How much does Izuna know about this?
"Not much different than what I just told Futa Pomodoro.
"Really?

　--It's not as if he could tell Izuna more.

I wonder... I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.　It's not like not being able to ...... talk about it is a disadvantage.
......

　I've never thought about it," he said, rolling his eyes.
　I'm not sure what to do about it.

I don't know. At the very least, it's unlikely that information from the past will have any useful consequences in the present. ...... Just.
"Just?
No, nothing.
Hmm?　Well... Well, if you need anything, just ask Izuna.


...... yes.

　There was a slight pause before he nodded.
　It was not a denial or a struggle, but a heartbreaking one, and Futa let out a breath.

　I don't know about her, but Futa already has a certain amount of affection for Mochisuke. Partly because he's Izuna's partner, and partly because he's an important person to him.

　The fact that he also had a significant other made his feelings for him all the more intense.


Back to the topic at hand.
Yes.
"Isn't it true that Izuna gives too much attention to Mochisuke?
Yes, Mochisuke said so.
Then you don't have to be so upset about ...... this time, do you?
........................ Haa... ...
"Wow, what a sigh!

　It's already a grand, petty mockery of it.

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

"...... Futa Pomodoro. I'm disappointed in you.
So much?
So much.

　I'm not sure what to make of this.
　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.

I'm not sure what to make of that.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find something that works for you.
　But.

But Motisuke doesn't want you to do that. I just want to help the Master.
"......
I'm sure you've felt the same way.
...... Oh, is that why you said you were disappointed?
Yes.
...... That's not quite right.
"......?

　Fouta is a little relieved.
　I don't want your attention, I want to be useful.
　I don't understand that feeling. But...

"Yes, there are times when I want to be useful. I wish I could help you with your dreams.
......
But it's a fragment, it's just one of my thoughts.
What do you mean, "......"?

　He smiled at Motisuke, who looked surprised.

I want you to be happy. I want you to be happy. I want you to smile. I want you to be happy. I want you to laugh. ...... That's the best thing for me. That's why I want to help you with your dreams. I want to be useful and I want to support you.
"What is ............ happiness?
What's ...... that, I wonder?
.................. Huh.
Can you please stop sighing?

　Happiness is an individual thing.
　But if there is a smile on your face that you can feel from someone you love, then that is happiness. That's probably happiness.

　For example.

"Meido!

　A wagon rushed through the door with a bang.
　A cool, yet fragrant lunch to match the fresh season.

I've made it just the way you like it. Want some?
Thank you.
Here you go, Mocchi.
It's not Mocchi. It's Mochisuke.
Don't go into details.

　He tapped me on the shoulder and invited me to the usual table.
　The food is laid out on a table used for entertaining, and the fruit juice is poured into chilled glasses.

　I took a sip, and the taste of freshly squeezed citrus spread in my mouth.

"......!
"Good?
...... Yes.
"Good.

　The maid smiles at you.
　The maid is smiling and smiling.

"...... Why?
"Huh?
I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that. ...... Do you look happy?
"Meido?

　I tilted my head back and looked up at Futa sitting next to me.
　If you look up at Futa, who is sitting next to you, he just smiles bitterly.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.



I'm alive.
"......?
"This maid almost died. ...... And Mocchi saved her, didn't he?　Then, if you can make something that he likes, it's good.
That is.

　It reminds me of a story from a while ago.
　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.
　Although Huta's gratitude at that time was a memory of victory that I will never forget, I was certainly satisfied with that and dropped the subject of what Corona had to say about it.

"The maid...

　"Maids," she muttered, wobbling her feet on the couch.

I'm just happy to be alive right now. I don't need anything else. So thank you .......
"...... happy.
"Yeah, yeah.

　You'll be able to find a lot more than just a few things to do.

　He's sitting next to her on the couch.
　She smiled a little shyly as she looked up at the tall man, and Futa smiled too.

　The distance between them is quite short, and Mochisuke in the front thinks.

　If happiness is something that Izuna needs.
　Can I really help her?

You can.

　Futa's words, as if reading his thoughts.
　You can do it," Futa said, as if he had read his thoughts. When Motisuke looked up as if he had been hit, he continued.

Even I could do it.

　It's not that I could actually read it.
　But this man is sensitive to the feeling of powerlessness.

　"Now Futa is proud of what he was able to do even though he had no job.

　"He will continue to strive to do what he can even though he has no job.

　I don't know what Mochisuke's occupation is, but...

You can do it too, Mochisuke.
"............

　He rolled his red eyes.
　I was about to nod and say, "Let's go for it.


　He shook his head.

I was about to be impressed by Futa Pomodoro.
"No?
"No! ...... Oh, yes.

　Then Motisuke remembered.
　Why am I competing with the man in front of me?

　He realized. And how Izuna found her happiness.


"Winning against you is Motosuke's supreme mission.