After leaving the Galdron Armory, I took my three students and walked down the main street of the city of Ravilton at night.

　The city is brightly lit with neon lights, even though it is night.
　The streets are still crowded with people, and the excitement of the city is far from over.

　As I walked around looking for a place to stay, I was thinking about the purchase of armor.

Hmmm... ...... should I choose performance or visual .......? If anything, I need more budget .......

　I crossed my arms and thought about it.
　Whatever you buy, it's a matter of budget first.

　You'll be able to get a lot of money for your participation in slaying the vampire lords, but even so, it's becoming clear that your pocketbook is a little tight for three high-quality armor.

　But since we had come all the way to Ravilton, we wanted to go home with no regrets.

　If that's the case, it might be a good idea to earn some money in this town.
　It might not be a bad idea to try to find some good information about the Demon Lord and quests at the heroes guild in this town.

　When I was thinking about that...
　As I was thinking about this, I heard a loud shout from the other side.

　I looked to see what it was, and saw that there was a large crowd of people in the central square of the city.
　The lights were flashy, and there seemed to be some kind of event going on.

　Apart from the cheering voices of the people, I could also hear the voice of a pretty girl, magnified by a loudspeaker.

"Thank you, everyone!

　After such a voice, the crowd cheered loudly.
　Waving penlights with built-in light magic, the crowd gathered in the square and shouted enthusiastically.

　Ah, so that's it.
　It's an outdoor concert.

　Rio tugged at the hem of my dress.

"Hey, bro, what's going on with that crowd over there?　It looks like it's really exciting.

　Rio asks me, and I put my hand on his head to answer.

That's a night performance of a stage idol. It's certainly very popular. Rio, Iris, and Maifa. Would you three like to take a look?

　I ask, and the three of them nod their heads.
　I guess they're genuinely interested in something they've never seen before.

　So I took the three of them and headed straight for the city's central square.

　As we approached, we found that the central square was still packed with people.

　Even though it was a standing-room-only event, the people surrounding the stage were all absorbed in watching the performance.

　I guessed that this was a free public event to attract new fans.
　No tickets were required, and I was able to join the audience.

　The next song was about to start and five idol girls were dancing and singing on the stage.

　They were certainly adorable.
　Seeing the girls in their pretty costumes singing and dancing with their radiant smiles, I can't help but feel that it's no wonder they're such a hit with so many people.

　But... I think...
　Wouldn't my three girls be prettier?

　If Rio, Iris, and Maifa were to stand on that stage dressed up in their special costumes...

　That's what I was thinking, and I shook my head.

　No, no, no, what are you thinking about?
　You just said yourself that you don't have time for idol activities at the Lisel Armory.

　And I know that the idol industry is not an easy world.

　The idols standing on that stage singing, dancing, smiling, and above all, the support of their fans.
　I'm sure it's not that easy, but it's what they've earned through their tireless efforts and hard work.

　But .........

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

　I don't think there is any excuse for this, even if you call it parental stupidity.
　No, I'm not the parent of these three to begin with, so am I a teacher fool ......?

　Incidentally, Rio, Iris, and Maifa were struggling against a "crowd" of people.

　We are on the outermost side of the crowd that surrounds the stage.

　In front of Rio and the others, there were a lot of adults who were crazy about idols, and it seemed that the three of us were having a hard time seeing the stage.

　Still, Rio and Iris seemed to be able to see if they stretched.

　The shorter Meifa, however, was jumping up and down and looked frustrated because she couldn't see the stage properly.

　In fact, Maifa is a little teary-eyed.
　She's usually cocky and cute, but she's also cute in this way, which makes me grin even though I feel bad for her.

I'm not sure what to say.　......I feel that this world is unfair ......!　It's not right that ...... short people are not granted human rights!

　Maifa pointed towards the stage and appealed to me with tears in her eyes.

　Mayfa's earnest plea was twisted in many ways.
　I can't help it.

All right, all right. Come on, I'll carry you on my shoulders.

　I said, squatting down and showing my back to Maifa.

　Then Maifa rolled her eyes as if there was hope in the world.

"...... brother. ...... I now know for sure. I like my brother.

"Well, thank you very much, princess.

"...... Mm, no pain.

　I made sure that Maifa was sitting on my shoulder and I stood up.
　I supported her legs with my arms and turned her towards the stage.

"......Oh, ......!

　Maifa looks at the stage and exclaims in admiration.

　I couldn't see her face because of her posture, but from the tone of her voice, I could easily imagine her eyes shining brightly.

　On the other hand, Rio and Iris looked at me and Maifa and showed a shocked look.


　He's looking at me with something in his mouth, looking at me with Maifa on his shoulder.

I'm sure you'll be able to understand what I mean.　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not, but it's a good idea.

　Iris asks, her cheeks flushing.
　I'm not sure.

I'm not sure what you mean by that.

"......?　I'm not sure what ...... Iris is trying to say.

　This is a great way to get the most out of your time and money.

　I'm sure you'll agree that it's a great idea.　We're not that old, are we?　I'm not sure what to say. I can't see Maifa's true intentions, let alone my brother's.

　And then.

"......mmm?

　Meifa suddenly moved above my head and made a shrill sound as if she had noticed something.

　Then she put her hands on my head and said in a panicked voice,

"...... Oh, brother!　...... I'm fine now, I just need you to put me down!

"Oh, really?　You haven't seen it that well yet.

...... Just put me down!　...... I think your brother is a bit of a natural at that!　I'm not sure what to make of it.　I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's a good idea.

"So what? Well, if it's okay with you, it's okay with me.

　I squatted down again and set Maifa down.

　I'm sure you're not the only one who has a problem with this.

...... No, no, no. I'm not sure if you're aware of this, but I'm sure you're aware of it. ...... That was really unconscious. ...... That's not what I meant.

"Hmm.
"Hmm.

　I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what I'm talking about.

　No, really, what are they talking about?
　I wish they would stop using abstract words.

　Anyway, it seems that all three of us were able to see the live performance of the idols.
　As a sightseeing trip, it seems like we came across a good scene by chance.

　So let's go... I was about to call out to the three of them, but

I was about to call out to the three of them, when I noticed something: "......, .......

　Maifa seemed to have noticed something and was looking in a certain direction.
　I followed her and looked in that direction.

　There, a strange girl - as short as Maifa - was jumping up and down behind the crowd, trying her best to see what was happening on the stage.

　It was as if she was reproducing Maifa's gesture earlier.

　However, she didn't seem to have any adult companions to help her, and the people around her and passersby didn't pay any attention to her.

　Eventually, the girl sinks behind the crowd and nods off.

　Ah .......
　I just can't help myself when I see kids like that.

　I put my hand on Maifa's head and say.

"If it's a human right, it has to be guaranteed to everyone.

　And then I go to approach the girl, but...

　Ba-ba-ba!
　Rio, Iris and Maifa stood in front of me in a panic.

I'm sure you'll be fine.　We'll take care of it!

We'll take care of it!" The teacher should take his time to watch the live performance of the idols!

"...... Whoo, whoo!　...... We'll guarantee her human rights, don't worry. ...... brother, stay back.

　I don't know what it was, but he did everything he could to stop me.

I'm not sure what to say, but I'm taller than you, and I'd rather carry you on my shoulders.

I'll be fine!

　It was as if all three of us were being scolded at once.
　What the hell is this?

　Anyway, according to my students, I'm not wanted.
　Well, if you say so, I guess I'll leave it to you three.

　Rio, Iris, and Maifa went to talk to the girl who was so distraught.

　Rio tapped the girl on the shoulder and said something to the girl who turned around, and the girl with red cheeks shook her head as if in panic.

　The girl freaks out and tries to run away, but Iris and Maifa block her escape route.

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

　...... It looks like some kind of bad pick-up game to me.
　Is that okay?

　Rio then half-heartedly took the girl, who seemed to be holding back, on his shoulders and stood her up.

　The girl panicked and flailed, but Rio, with his strong legs and power as a hero, was unfazed.

　Eventually, the girl seemed to have given up.
　She turned her eyes towards the stage where the idol was performing...

"Wow! ......!

　Her eyes suddenly lit up.
　Her eyes lit up and she began to stare intently at the stage.

　Seeing this, Rio, Iris and Maifa chuckled.


　The three of them look so happy.

　Watching them, I felt a smile on my face.
　They're really brave people, aren't they?

　I walked up to the girl being carried on Rio's shoulders and called out to her.

"Do you like idols?

　The girl shivered when I asked her that.
　Then she started to panic again.

I thought I had a bunch of beautiful girls talking to me, and now I have a handsome brother?　What kind of crime are we involved in?　Is this some kind of reverse beauty contest?　I don't have that much money!　Are you going to sell me?

　The girl seemed to be in a panic.