"Don't just stand there. Sit down." Orimura-sensei said upon noticing how I got stuck standing by the door.

She's in her usual attire; a tracksuit, typical of most PE teachers. However, I find her a little different than normal.

I don't know how to describe it properly but her womanly charms seemed to be overflowing. There was no change in her attitude but for some reason, my eyes were immediately drawn to her cool beauty and her curvy figure.

Of course, this might just be the result of having that experience with her. I couldnt help but get drawn in by her.

Whether its the same for her or not, I had no idea. But considering her gaze at me didnt linger for too long after she opened the door for me, she was probably intentionally avoiding prolonged eye contact with me.

To get a clear answer to that, I should reel myself in and see how this meeting will go.

"Sensei, you look great today."

Following her words, I intentionally blurted that out as I moved from the door and took a seat on the long couch in the middle of the room.

Orimura-senseis office wasn't that much different from Eguchi-sensei's. She had her curtains drawn, blocking the light and scenery from outside. There were pieces of gym equipment lying around on the side like a dumbbell, and a jumping rope that one could use to exercise even in a small space like this. Theyre all related to the subject shes in charge of.

They all seemed to be properly used and maintained which meant she was probably exercising here during her free time. Or, shes also using them to get some inspiration for her lessons.

I also spied a rolled-up training mat on another corner next to a cabinet. If I have to guess, shes also keeping some of her clothes in there. Because of that, it wont matter at all even if she gets sweaty in her lessons. Thinking about it, it makes sense that she also showers after club practices.

Anyway, I expected Eguchi-sensei to be here with us. However, I forgot that she has a class today. Our classs PE subject is tomorrow so it slipped my mind.

I ran into her on my way here. Looks like its a blunder on my part. They were expecting me during the lunch break but I didnt come here until the last few minutes. On top of that, I ended up reporting to Hayashi-sensei first.

Because of that, this meeting became one-on-one between us again.

Is what happened last time gonna repeat itself? Not likely.

This should be me fulfilling her request to allow her to correct my ways. Thats what shes going to focus on.

And sure enough, my remark was received poorly by Orimura-sensei.

Standing behind her table, the woman crossed her arms and shook her head disappointedly.

You and your tongue, shameless brat. Have you forgotten why youre here?

Hearing that, a small smile was drawn from my lips. I could answer with just a nod but wheres the fun in that? Shes going to try and apply corrections to me, I cant let her have it easy.

I do remember. But sensei, do you mind if I ask you for a reminder? You know I mightve interpreted it wrongly.

Whats there to interpret wrong? This brat. I I told you. I have to pull you back to normalcy. Its not good for you and the girls around you if you continue this way.

What way?

Your womanizing ways!

Ah. Look at her, were just starting and her blood is already about to boil.

I guess this was the reason why she put this much distance between us. She anticipated herself to be angered by my words or actions.

I see. Thanks for the reminder then, sensei I understand. You believe its a problem even though Ryouko-san is also fine with this.

Shes not fine with this. She simply doesnt have a choice. Out of any other man she can fall in love with. Why does it have to be you?

From a certain perspective, that does make sense. If someone took the time to understand her, she wouldnt be drawn to me. Ill simply become her outstanding student. Unfortunately, were way past that.

I believe only Eguchi-sensei can answer that, sensei. Can I say something in my defense?

Go ahead.

On second thought, this isnt a defense. These are simply my thoughts on my situation. Sensei can interpret it in any way you want to I paused momentarily, relaxed my posture, and then stared at her intently. Sensing that she was invested in hearing my words and she wouldnt avert her gaze again, I continued. Is it so bad to fall in love with someone and have it realized? Why is it that were only supposed to devote ourselves to only one?

Im aware that includes hypocrisy on my part since I wont be able to stand it if my girls also fall in love with another guy while remaining in love with me. But my point still stands. We simply just fell in love with one another. It just so happened that they all accepted my situation even after I told them about it.

And even then, they still have the freedom to choose whether to stay with me. And for the few girls who I considered to be someone I cant lose like Akane, the choice doesnt matter to them since they will never choose to part with me.

Orimura-sensei contemplated for a while. When she finished, she released a sigh and sat down on the chair behind her.

I see. So thats how you see it, huh?

Yes, sensei.

Youre right. Theres nothing wrong with feeling that way. And its not entirely uncommon. You can find one or two in any given area. However, you shameless brat, you have no limits. You will keep this up even though there is already a throng of women waiting for you. Even if you say you can make it up to them, it wont be enough.

Shes not wrong. I fully acknowledged that. But its actually not the girls who think like that. Its me And yet, despite Shes not wrong. I fully acknowledged that. But its actually not the girls who think like that. Its me And yet, despite acknowledging that fact, I cannot put a lid on my desire.

Even at this very moment, its functioning quite well, measuring my current favorability with this woman.

Alright. Lets say you do have a point there. Tell me, sensei. How will you stop me? Or whats your plan for correcting my ways? You specifically requested this for me so at the very least, Ill try and accommodate you. It doesnt matter if what you suggest is something I will normally reject outright.

In hindsight, her choices are limited and they will undoubtedly fail in the end considering I have a firm belief in myself and our current arrangement.

My plan Orimura-senseis voice trailed there. She didnt look unprepared. Shes just gauging my interest. After a few seconds of testing me whether I would flinch or not, she continued.

First off Onoda, tell me your plans for the future.

Is that necessary?

It is. I need to know how serious you are about what youve built.

I see. So you can break it down before we realize what were building for the future. Gotcha.

Un. Its good that you understand. This time, a small smile peeked from her lips. Most likely, shes satisfied that Im following her line of thought.

In any case, its not hard for me to answer this. Lets see if she has a method to break it down.

My plan for the future is simple, sensei. To marry all of them and live together until the end.

Heh. Thats pretty ambitious of you.

I know, right? But thats how it is. Do you have an idea how to break it down now?

... Lets see. All it needs is for a woman to make you fully devoted to her, enough to forget the others.

Thats true. But no one can fit that bill, sensei. Im fully devoted as it is to everyone. And I love them equally. No one can be greater than the others.

Mhm. Ive already mentioned this a lot of times before. And I certainly wouldnt change my mind about that. Even if its a princess or a queen of a country. Thats because I always give 100% to everyone.

Orimura-senseis small smile was maintained as though she already expected that answer. However, her next words surprised me a bit.

You seem confident. Then allow me to test that, shameless brat.

Mhm? Youre going to test it, sensei? How?

I Ill make you devoted to me. Enough to forget about everyone.

This Did I hear her wrongly? She said devoted to her, not Ryouko-san

Her goal. She hasnt realized that it has already changed from how it originally was.