I was back at the guild headquarters after finishing the elf's request.

　It's outside the guildmaster's office.

　I was going to report to Riff immediately, but there was no sign of him inside. When I asked the receptionist, she said she was out on an errand.

　I had no choice but to submit my request to the receptionist and return to the inn.

　It's been almost two months, and it's been quite a while since I've been to the royal capital.

　After the collapse of the Knights, there was a somewhat gloomy atmosphere in the city, but now there was a thriving business scene.

　Suddenly, I see Kåñëa and Sheila. They seem to have noticed my presence as well.

Yo. It's been a while.

Jade!

　Sheila jumps on me happily.

　She's like a puppy. I can see her tail wagging from side to side, where it shouldn't be.

'You've been to the home of the elves!　How was it?

Yeah, there were a lot of twists and turns, but I made it through.

Oh, heh, heh, heh, heh.

How did you guys do?

'That's okay. We cleared a few requests, but we didn't take on anything significant.

　Kåñëa answered my question.

　If you look at them, the girls were wearing loincloths and their equipment was thicker than usual.

　The reason they weren't taking on anything significant was probably to avoid getting injured before the upcoming exam.

'But it's a big event now, right?

Yeah, I got an S-level exam.

　Kåñëa's expression is hard. That's how determined she is.

　However, her body isn't as strong as a beginner's.

　She is moderately tense but also calm. She's in her best state.

　I don't think I have anything to say to him.

"I'm looking forward to it.

　Kåñëa said - you'll be able to compete with me on a par with me.

　I know you're steadily gaining strength, but with an S rank and a foil, you'll be at least as good as me in rank.

''Yes, look forward to it.''

　Kåñëa met my expectant eyes with a serious look, too.

　And Sheila, who would only be a rival to Kåñëa for the duration of the exam, whispered into my chest.

'Jide, I have a favor to ask you.'

What?

　Sheila's cheeks were stained with vermilion, and the corners of her eyes were troubled and debauched.

　I've seen that look of ecstasy before.

　It's bold, but it's actually the look I get when a novice Sheila makes me feel s*xy.

'If I pass the S-ranked exam--kiss me?'

' "Ki, kiss ......!

　His voice covered with Kåñëa.

　That's how shocked Sheila's 'please' was that she released it.

'Yes, kiss. No ......?

　Sheila's upward glance may be the most damaging attack I've ever taken: ......!

　I'm afraid I'm going to die in a hurry.

Why did you kiss her?

Because I don't want to lose to that b*tc*!　Aren't you sorry, too?　She stole Jade's lips first!

''I'm sorry ......!''

　I meet eyes with Kåñëa, whose face is as red as her hair color.

　He immediately turned his face away from me.

The best way to do that is to have a goal in mind, and you'll be more motivated and empowered if you have one!　So, no, I guess not, Jide: ......?

...... S rank is your goal, right?

　I felt like the results and the process were interchangeable.

　But Sheila shook her head from side to side at my point.

'My goal is to make out with Jide: ......!　An S rating is nothing more than a bonus.

　I'm going to make it clear with a thud.

　If I say it honestly, I'm happy for Sheila's feelings.

　But it's too straightforward for me to react. I don't know what to make of it.

"Or does Jade not want to make out with me ......?

　Sheila asks me anxiously as I was confused.

　She looks like a puppy on the verge of being abandoned.

'I want to .......'

　Polly's true feelings leaked out.

　Of course I want to: ......!

　Because Sheila is so cute!

　Your boobs are huge!

　Sheila is happily surprised when she hears my true feelings.



　Pitter-patter, and this time he jumped up and down happily like a rabbit.

　But Kåñëa didn't seem to be too pleased.

'Wait a minute!　It's a big test!　Do you think it's a good idea to involve a slutty promise?

　That statement is, well, correct.

　In the end, it is an impure thing, so when it comes to chastity, Kåñëa will have the upper hand.

　Sheila doesn't seem to think so, though.

'Eh. I think motivation is important, though.'

...... mmm!

　Kåñëa is silent on Sheila's objections.

　This is a personal choice, and I know it's not in the realm of Kåñëa's ability to speak from the side.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make it work.

　He wants me to stop Sheila. In fact, I'm the only one who can refuse a promise right here.

　That kind of intention was captured.

　No. .......

　But .............

　I'm trying to make out with you, ............!

　And if it motivates Sheila, I guess we can kill two birds with one stone!

　Isn't it a win-win situation?

　Sheila poked Kåñëa in the cheek as various excuses were made in my brain.

'Why don't you promise Kåñëa too~?　The reason you're upset like that is because you want to do Kåñëa too~

......!　I don't know. I don't know.

　Quena's angry?　and walked away from the scene, revealing

'Oh, don't get mad at me!　See you later, Jed!　Don't forget your promise!

　Sheila follows Kåñëa's lead.

　The girls are on their way to the S-ranked exam.

　I'll wave to them both for now.

　...... A kiss, huh?

　What a ridiculous promise you've made.

　I didn't do anything, but my face is on fire. My heart is pounding and thumping, too.

　With the excitement still lingering, I tried to return to the inn for the first time in a while.

　On the way there.

'Hmph, Jide, isn't it?

　A boy with a mixture of silver and peach hair color and large chestnut-colored, rolling eyes approached me.

　With his slender appearance, at first glance he could be mistaken for a girl.

　No, - you could mistake her for a girl of the human race.

　This guy's magic power is that of a demon race.