It was my first holiday since I came to the Labyrinth Country. Melissa had gotten up early as usual to make breakfast, and I was allowed to help her.

　The Four Seasons were surprised and disappointed that breakfast was served, but they were relieved to see that the food tasted fine, even if I helped. When someone with Cooking 1 skills gives cooking instructions, there is no difference in the effectiveness of the finished product, even with an assistant - but when everyone else woke up, I was told to stay put, as I only get meal duty once a week. Sheesh. That being said, I can't relax if I don't do anything.

　After breakfast, the 'Four Seasons' will return to their quarters for a short break, and will meet at the 'Green House' before noon.

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　It was when we were in the lobby of the 'Green Building', the meeting place - Seraphina-san and Adeline-san entered the building later and came over here.

''Good morning, Atobe-dono.......I'm sorry, I'm sorry for calling you out on your vacation.''
''Senior, it really was just as you said, Third Lieutenant. Well then, I'll stay here........
'Didn't you say earlier that you'd follow me if I left you behind?　There's no point in getting embarrassed all of a sudden.
Private Adeline, by order of Lieutenant Seraphina, I am pleased to accompany you on your vacation!
I've been meaning to give you a shout-out and it's been a pleasure meeting you here.
Um, did Seraphina and the others know that we were going to a sanatorium?
'Yes, we have been notified by Third Lieutenant Kuzelka. He said that if we too had no other duties, he would allow us to participate...

　Cuselka-san, who seemed to be a stern person, gave Serafina-san and the others instructions for leave - it's hard to imagine, but I shouldn't make up my mind based on first impressions either.

It's going to be more and more lively.

It's a small island-shaped labyrinth called 'Small Island of Illusion'. It's a scenic spot, so besides playing on the sandy beach, you can also enjoy walking around the island.
''Senpai, I've brought my swimsuit with me. I'll just use the clothes we use for underwater training, right?
'Ummm ... if you're prepared, there's no problem. Excuse me, it's not a problem for us.
'If there's anything I'm missing, please don't hesitate to let me know. I hope you have a great day.

　Igarashi-san greeted Seraphina, and everyone else followed suit. Sion waited relaxed in a prone position until our exchange was over.

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　From the transfer station near the "Green House" we were transferred to the "Small Island of Illusion". There is a transition door inside a small building, and by operating the door, you can change your destination - Louisa operates it for us, and after opening the door, we proceed for a while in total darkness and find the door again.

　On the other side of it, there was a sandy beach with soft sunshine.

　One of the Guild managed recreational facilities, the 'Small Island of Illusion'. This is a labyrinth with a low level of danger and a 'safe designation', and the living demons are trained and bred in several parts of the island. For this reason, the number of them is not too great and stampede is not likely to occur.

　The accommodation is a water hotel, built by a craftsman - I never imagined before my reincarnation that I would come to a place like this foreign resort.




　Misaki thought she was going to be more excited, but she was so overwhelmed that she could only seem to be surprised. Igarashi-san also looked happy to see - or rather, there wasn't a single member who wasn't happy.


We can only accommodate a limited number of people at a time. There are two rooms for four, four for three, and two for two. Over there is the caretaker's house. In order to maintain the environment of the island, we have six guild staff staying there.
Louisa, you're like a guide. I really feel like I'm on a trip.
One night is a great trip for me and I can't wait to run on the sand... it'll feel so good to run on this white, silky sand!
'We've got a beach volleyball court set up I wonder if it's popular with the people who come here.
If you just take it slow, you'll get sick. I think it's good to exercise in moderation.

　Ryoko is already taking off her boa coat, probably because the weather is warm. I don't think I should see it, but the gesture of fixing the bite came into view and I unintentionally missed my gaze to the blue sky and sea.

''I can't help it guys... how tough is it to say that to your rear end?
Well, Master Atobe is the epitome of simplicity and strength, and he's far removed from worldly feelings.

　Igarashi-san and Seraphina-san are hitting it off - I think the only way to survive in the future is to become a saint.

'Arihito, you just put on the suit as it is... although it's a relief in a way.
'I brought a change of clothes with me, though. It's a bit of a shame we didn't get swimsuits, but as long as we don't swim, we're good to go... and then again, I'm surprised you guys have enough swimsuits for everyone.

　As I found out when we got to the point of leaving, Madoka had arranged for swimsuits for the shortage and made sure we had enough for everyone. I didn't see what it was like, but I guess I may or may not get to see it.

'Atobe-sama, how would you like your room assignment?'
'I'd appreciate it if I could have a room for two people by myself. Everyone else is free to have their own room assignment....
..........
Theresa asked why she was alone in a room with two people.

　Melissa's translation stabs me in the chest. Surely there shouldn't be any problems with the two of us sleeping together in a room for two people - if nothing happens.

''.........''

　That's when Theresa suddenly shook her head - the ears of the lizard's hood bobbed and weaved. Then it turned red as I looked at it, and ran off.

''I'm sorry, that wasn't my fault.''
'Oh, oh no Theresa, don't go too far!

　Then Theresia, who had run down the beach, stopped at the water's edge - apparently, she doesn't like salt water.

"Rear-kun, we'll discuss and decide on Teresia-san's room. Can we meet on the beach after we change?
'Yes. I'm sorry, Igarashi-san, but I'll take care of Theresa for you.

　Igarashi-san, Louisa-san, Ryoko-san, Serafina-san, and a lot of adults, so they're running things themselves without me having to say anything.

　I decided to go to the room I'm going to use for once and leave my stuff in there. I've brought a weapon with me, but it doesn't seem to be a situation where I'll be using it - although when it's said that this place is also a labyrinth, I also think it's a good idea to be careful.

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　When I went to the water hotel, I met a staff member who was making the bed and asked if there was any way to rent a bathing suit, I was able to purchase a half-pants type bathing suit called "Frogman's Pants". I was able to buy a pair of "frogman's pants", a type of half-pants, for five gold coins for every purchase, and apparently the sale of the swimsuit is also a source of revenue for the guild on this small island.

　However, I ended up wearing a shirt and trousers over my bathing suit - because I felt it was not very delicately dressed to go out in front of the ladies.

　There is a palm tree-like forest adjacent to the beach, where some people rest on wooden sunbeds placed in the shade, while others work on beach volleyball.

'Let's go ... that's it!

　We're playing a mini-game with me and Ryoko's team against Elitia and Melissa, two very athletic people. I pick up Elitia's serve while diving in - even the suit doesn't hinder my movements that much.

''Ryoko-san........!
Nice toss, Mr. Atobe!

　Ryoko uses her light footwork, even in the sand, to spike out of my toss. Melissa, who is in the enemy's rearguard, spins and receives it - just like a cat, and the crowd cheers as they watch.

'Go ahead, Ellie!　It's like tearing the space between your brother and Ryoko-san!
"What are you talking about...?

　Elitia's legs tangled as Misaki cheered, but as expected, she returned the toss without falling. Then Ryoko-san flew to the block.

''--Ryoko-san, 'I'll support you!

　It looked like it was out of reach, but with a bang, a wall of 'Supportive Defense 1' occurred and the ball went back over there.　

'Nice block!'
Yes, I'm the one who's nice, Mr. Atobe!
'Wow my brother's cheering even in the ballet... what's that all about?'
'When you're on a team with a teacher, that's what makes you stronger, I'm sure.

　As expected, I'm not sure about the rules, but it seems that beach volleyball in the labyrinth country can use skills as long as it's not dangerous. If the enemy's attack is subject to 'Support Defense 1', you won't lose first - but Melissa's solid defense is not easy to break.

''That's not enough to be sweet........''
Come on, Arihito.

　Elitia's quick attack from Melissa's toss - a truly lightning-fast attack. However, I, who activated the 'Eye of the Hawk', was able to grasp the two attacks and their trajectories.

''--Ryoko-san!
Yes....!

　And 'Support Linkage 1' - using my toss as a starting point, a counterattack pattern is constructed by having Ryoko-san link up the second stage.

''Huh........!

　The ball slipped past Elitia and fell in a position where Melissa couldn't react either. Ryoko-san had too much momentum and landed on her ass after landing.

''Kyah........''
Are you okay, Ryoko-san.......what's the matter with you two...?

　Aside from Melissa, Elitia is puffing out her cheeks - does this mean she's angry?

''Well, well, it's a match, so I can't blame you. Aricht, you'll team up with me later too, right?
"...I'd like to team up with you. It's a little frustrating to be treated so well.
'No, no I've been thinking it's time for me to stop using my skills too.
''I'm using 'Sonic Raid' too, so I don't think it's okay. I don't think it's a good idea to use too much magic, but as long as it's enough to recover in one night.
'Well, well, you two. Can we come in soon, too?　Brother, I'm starting to get a little tired.
'Well that's it then, you guys can go in the other court.

　Elitia seems to have been totally lit up - she must like sports in general.

'Elitia-san, be careful not to slip your swimsuit off, you're moving pretty hard.'
Yeah, well thank you, I'll be careful.

　Elitia is wearing a red, white and blue, striped bikini - she's wearing a light garment over it, probably because it's so revealing. She was definitely moving so hard that her waistband was loose, and Melissa noticed and tied it back on.


'Not really. All bathing suits are the same I get sunburned easily.

　Melissa was wearing a half-suit type swimsuit with a shirt on top. I've always had the impression that cats don't like to swim, but apparently she's not particularly bad at it.

　What I found out from watching her was that perhaps because there were only a few swimsuits themselves on the market, everyone was choosing from what they could get rather than wearing what they wanted.

'And yet........what is Kyouka getting away with? You have a style that looks great in that swimsuit, you should be confident.
''Well I wouldn't dare to go out in public in that. Louisa is quite something, too.
'Those guys ... well, okay, we'll go check on them after the ballet. And I'm interested in a walk in the woods, too.
Hey, why don't we just take turns having fun?
'Well, can I practice once?　I've never done ballet before in class.
Ibuki hits a jump serve it's amazing.

　The next match started and Melissa picked up Ibuki's serve beautifully and Elitia hit an attack. I watched it happen and called out my support.

''--Eritia, 'Nice attack'!

'Elitia-san, you're a picture-perfect tsundere!
'We're just cheering for you... but one word from Arihito-san, and my heart goes out to you...'

　When you call out to them, 'Support Elevation 1' is activated - I don't think there's any need to raise morale here, but it's not like there's any inconvenience in raising it, is it?

　◆Current Situation ◆

　Arihito activates 'Support Elevation 1' and the party's morale increases by 10.

　Right now, he didn't have the 'Light Steel Chain Grab' and the 'Eluminate Mounted Boots' equipped, so the amount of morale increase was small. Still, he had called out to them many times during the match, so his morale had risen by about twenty.

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　I walked to the hut where the guild staff who manage the island are said to be located once, so I decided to take a look at the hut - and when I did, I found a fenced off area.

"'Coral Pigo' breeding ground........

　This is probably where they keep track of the demons that go out to the island. When I think of coral, I think of coral, but I've never heard of 'Pigo'.

　Igarashi-san is taking Sion with her and staring at him from outside the fence - Adeline-san is also with her.

''Ah, Atobe-san...Kyouka-san, Atobe-san is here.
'Hold on, I can't take my eyes off you right now...'

　Adeline-san bids me goodbye, and I greet her lightly. I came up next to Igarashi-san and looked inside the fence - inside was the figure of a fluffy bird-like creature that waddled around on two legs.

''Wow ... it looks like a stuffed animal. Pigo was a penguin-like creature?
They're really cute....I wonder if these kids can't be kept on a farm...
'I don't know about that, but it says 'petting allowed' and I'm sure they'll let you touch it if you ask.
'What... are you sure?　Then ask the staff....

　Igarashi-san looked at me for the first time then - I didn't think much of it from the side, but from the front, I really couldn't find a place to look.

''Oh... oh, I'm sorry, Rear-kun, I was too busy looking at these kids...''
I'm sorry. I'm the one who...
'Atobe-san is like a bee drawn to a flower, so I can't blame her. It's a good thing that I was able to see it even though I'm a woman. The captain of our company is also great, but his swimsuit has a high level of defense.

　Adeline-san is also becoming much more talkative, perhaps because she's becoming more open due to her vacation or because Seraphina-san is not there. When you come to the labyrinth country, the expression is not more or less revealing in a swimsuit, but more or less defensive - and I think about that in the morning to distract myself from Igarashi-san.

　She wore a vertical ribbed sweater in the winter at work, and employees had once told her that she was emphasizing her breasts, or that she understood her weapons and was aiming for them, but it was clear from looking at Ms. Igarashi now that she was completely off the mark.

'Even so, Kyouka-san choosing such a bold swimsuit... I knew it was just because of Atobe-san's presence...'
I wanted to trade with Louisa, but I had to choose this one... I couldn't not wear it just because I was embarrassed by what Madoka-chan had prepared for me.
''Wha........okay, I won't joke about it anymore, it's close, it's close, Kyouka-san.

　I want to learn from Adeline-san, and I want to make sure I never say anything careless. Igarashi-san rarely comes close to me - even at that distance, I have to say that she's just a tyrant with her chest hitting me.



　It's time for Adeline-san to leave - Igarashi-san finally seemed to calm down after adjusting her pareo to cover her waist, and looked at me from the front.

''........It's so typical of you, Rear-kun, to wear a suit even at a resort.''
I hear there are insurance investigators out there who wear suits even in the desert.
'Hmmm........is that a movie or something?　Or maybe it's a comic book.

　I missed movies, comics, and everything else - it was a new discovery that people can get by without such entertainment. I'd like to tell my friends who said they'd die without the internet that it's not so surprising.

　There is a sort of network formed in labyrinthine countries through licenses, so they haven't felt that inconvenient. If I couldn't get in touch with someone at a distance, I would have been stranded in information transmission and my search efficiency would have dropped significantly.

'If it's Rear-kun, I can stay calm...'
Eh....
'Nah, it's nothing. Zion-chan has been quiet enough not to startle those girls, so let's ask her if she can show them now.

　Igarashi-san seemed to hide from me after she changed, but I guess that means she's getting used to it. Either way, I'll have to be careful not to look directly at her as much as my karma rises, so I'll have to be careful.