Chapter 99 Negotiation

Haru and Chinatsus classmates invaded. I guess their purpose was the materials of the newly discovered monsters nesting in this dungeon, the stone giant and lion-shaped golem. After all, they will have to bring back the proof of the subjugation. But for now, Ill pretend I didnt hear a word from Haru and Chinatsu and pretend I dont know their purpose. I want to check their stance on this.

So, what were you doing? Were you planning to let us defeat the boss and then steal the treasure? The one here is Duke Orthos daughter, Therese Batten. If you tell a lie, it will only make your crime worse.

I said so to the four people with murderous intent in my tone of voice. On the way, we decided to leave the negotiations to me, so Haru and Chinatsu dont say anything here. The perceptive Therese also doesnt say anything. As for Nell, she hurriedly hid behind Therese.

O-Originally, that was supposed to be our duty

Oda, shut up. Im rather serious about it. After all, our lives may be at stake here.

I remember their faces, but Ive forgotten their names. Lets see, that Eyeglasses-kun is Oda oh well, whatever. Interrupting Eyeglasses-kuns words, the small boy stepped forward with a harmless smile on his face. He slightly raises his hands, maybe he wants to show that they meant no harm.

First of all, well apologize. We are sorry for the act of peeping, but we are by no means your enemy.

Eh, I want to fight, though?

You shut up too, Touko! I told you to leave the negotiation to me!

The pain from the kick probably has reduced, Touko is complaining to the boy while looking dissatified. Ahh, Im starting to understand him a little better. If comparing it with our side, hes in a position like Chinatsu. Not everything is a misfortune, there will be good things in the future, so cheer up. Im not going to show consideration though!

So, you see, we are classmates of Katsuragi Haruna-san and Rokusai Chinatsu-san over there We are classmates at the same school.

Yeah, I know. I talked directly with Touko yesterday. Harus classmates are those who insulted her and exiled her, right? Especially Eyeglasses-kun over there, you seem to have said a lot of things, huh?

Ugh

Eyeglasses-kun awkwardly turned his face away. His expression is saying that he knows what I mean.

Deris-danna, if you say that, Im also guilty, you know?

You are right Well, you apologized yesterday and it seems that you can fulfill Harus desire head-on, so thats fine. Also, you werent hiding your presence at all. Anyway, the three of you have caused a fuss in front of the headquarters of the knight order before. Isnt it natural to be wary?

I think thats a fair point. Therefore, we would like to apologize to Katsuragi-san

Daah! Its irritating! Fuchi, you are talking too long!

W-Wait, Touko-san?

The pitiful boy was taken aback by Toukos sudden shout. Before Fuchi could do anything, Touko shouted in quick succession.

Eh?

Also, shes holding Eyeglasses-kuns head with her right hand for some reason.

Deris-dannaaa!

Y-Yeah?

Its completely our fault for peeping secretly like perverts! Its also our fault that Oda and I insulted Haruna! Doing something stupid at the knights headquarters, to be honest, thats out of the question! First, please let us apologize! We are really sorry!

Fuga!?

Touko kneeled down, bowed her head, and slammed her forehead against the stone paving floor. She seriously bowed her head that the floor cracked and blood splattered from her forehead. As if telling Eyeglasses-kun to do the same, she slammed his head, which she has been holding with her right hand, against the ground. Oh, his eyeglasses sank into the ground

U-Um, I will apologize too. Im sure Im also as guilty for silently watching Katsuragi-san being insulted and not stopping Oda-kun as his friend. Im sorry.

Mani-kun Yeah, you are right. At any rate, we should have shown our sincerity first. I will also apologize. Im sorry.

Following Touko and Eyeglasses-kun, the pitiful boy and the plump boy also bow their heads in the same way. They are kneeling down on the ground. Im sure its something hard to do for high schoolers because their pride will get in the way. Eyeglasses-kun was half-forced to do it, and I feel that the pitiful Fuchi did it after reading the mood. Still, I can feel that Touko and the plump boy did it sincerely. They didnt commit any crimes like Satou and the gang who had done a lot of things. Normally, we can just forgive them here.

Hmm?

However, the target of the apology, Haru, is not angry with them in the first place. Theres no reason for them to kneel down, so shes troubled about how to react. In fact, shes looking up at me with an expression that as if asking what to do. As for Haru, shes happy if she can knock down her classmates who got stronger than her and overcome the wall. In short, an apology is not what shes seeking.

I understand the situation. However, Haru wont be satisfied with that. Im taking responsibility for educating Haru. In other words Touko, you know what I mean, right?

I asked so while putting my hand on Harus head. Ive told Touko that Im Harus master, and Im sure that she knows that Haru is getting stronger. As a self-proclaimed rival, she seems eager to fight since some time ago. If its her, Im sure that she understands what Haru wants.

Eh, ah, educating!? I-Im sorry, but I cant imagine it

For some reason, Touko suddenly turned red and her behavior became suspicious. Huh, did it not conveyed?

In other words, I want you to fight Haru. You see, its a mock battle. You know that Haru loves to fight, right? It can be 1 vs 1 or 1 vs 4. Thats the greatest atonement you can make for Haru.

A-Ahh! So thats what you meant! Yeah, I knew that, you know!?

Touko suddenly affirmed it and nodded violently. What, so you knew after all. Is there something else other than that?

So, what will you do? Will you fight Haru?

Um, I just want to confirm it, but Katsuragi-san, are you okay with it?

Me?

I make eye contact with Haru that she can answer it.

Yep, rather, Im happy with that! Fuchi-kun, I think you somehow understand it since you are good at reasoning.

Well, yeah

Fuchi put his hand on his chin and was deep in thought. He seems reluctant to fight Haru. You are not thinking that its hard to hold back against a village girl who was level 1 until two weeks ago, are you? If you are like that, Haru will trip your legs, you know?

Im sorry, but I want to choose to fight together. If I have to do it, Id rather fight Katsuragi-san in a 1 vs 4 match.

Haa!? What kind of nonsense are you saying!? If you are going to do it, do it like a man! Its 1 vs 1, you know!?

But then Fuchi chose a fight that would put Haru at a disadvantage. It was a bit surprising. On the contrary, Touko is raising a voice of dissatisfaction this time.

Touko-san and Katsuragi-san are girls. Besides, I dont want to die because of the pride of a man. Setting aside Touko-san, we will definitely lose if its 1 vs 1. I can see that future. I wont give up on this, okay?

Tch, I wont force you. But, at least, make it 1 vs 1 for me.

Thats a deal.

You guys seem to have reached an agreement.

As a result of the discussion, Fuchi group, the trio men, will fight first.

If Hull wins, she will recover and then fight with Touko. Its really an ideal development.

Huh, what happened!? Just what did I!?

Oh, Eyeglasses-kun was safe, huh.