The Guy Who Messed Up Is Gradually Doing His Best - Chapter 78: (Mendou Mil's Perspective)

The third and fourth periods were regular classroom lessons, so as I was watching from the back corner of the classroom, it was time for the break.

Everyone is quickly moving the tables and lining them up… I see, so they’re all going to eat together.

Taketo-sama said that he doesn’t need a bento for himself, but it might be a good idea to prepare one for Mil-san. Is this what he meant? Everyone is taking turns preparing bentos, right?

Madam Kaori also understood, so she didn’t force herself to make a bento, right?

When I think about such things,

“Mil-san. Mil-san, let’s eat together over here.”

I received an invitation from Taketo-sama, but what should I do?

This figure has an unnecessarily wide width, so it is inevitable that it will be in everyone’s way.

I was so confused that I thought about declining, but…

“Mil-san, over here. This way, please.”

The one who called out to me was, if I remember correctly, Saori-sama, who is both the committee chairperson and a member of the band with Taketo-sama. And now, Saori-sama is beckoning me.

Saori-sama’s seat is at the corner where the desks are arranged. I see, if I sit next to her, my wide frame won’t be in the way.

“Thank you, Saori-sama.”

“No, I wanted to talk to Mil-san too.”

Since it was mentioned, we haven’t prepared a bento for you, but we have plenty of desserts ready.

Mini crepes filled with fruit and cream, biscuit sandwiches, and cookie sandwiches.

Since I hadn’t fully grasped your preferences yet, I prepared plenty, which turned out to be fortunate.

Given the nature of Taketo-sama, it is highly likely that if it were just one serving for Taketo-sama, they would have refrained from eating it out of consideration for everyone else. No, they definitely would not have eaten it out of consideration.

“It’s dessert.”

When I lightly plated the desserts and arranged them in front of everyone, they all looked puzzled about where they were coming from. Of course, even Taketo-sama.

Hehehe, once you get used to using psychic, you’ll be able to perform at an Aport.

Well, even the use of psychics itself requires a national qualification…

It’s nice to hear people say that guardians are amazing.

I am the protector of Taketo-sama. I cannot allow myself to be underestimated.

“Taketo-kun. Everyone can go to the studio today… How about you, Taketo-kun?”

“Taketo-kun, let’s go.”

After school, Tsukune-sama and Sachiko-sama, who sat next to each other, invited Taketo-sama to the studio.

“Yeah, I was planning to go to the studio anyway, so I’ll go with you.”

Taketo-sama looked over here. I had heard beforehand that he might stop by the studio on the way back, so there was no problem. I nodded in agreement.

I understand everyone’s eagerness to upload the new song video of the Armed Girls quickly. Actually, I’m looking forward to it too.

While talking about the song with Saori-sama, Nanako-sama, Tsukune-sama, and Sachiko-sama, Taketo-sama headed toward the studio.

As for me,

——There they are.

I spotted several suspicious individuals moving awkwardly. Depending on the situation, I might have to eliminate them…

It seems they are only observing from a distance. It appears their goal is information gathering.

So, I took out the sound-blocking thought guide I borrowed from Akane-sama.

This gadget is the worst-case scenario for those trying to gather information using thought abilities from afar.

Once I used it, I noticed the anxious expressions appear on their faces. At that moment, I silenced my presence and heightened my vigilance.

I was wary of suspicious individuals resorting to direct measures since they could no longer obtain any information.

——Have they disappeared?

However, the individuals chose to retreat instead. It’s unfortunate; if they had come toward me, I could have eliminated them altogether… Not being able to leave this place carelessly is rather painful.

“Mil-san. This is the studio we’ve been using.”

“Yes.”

“I wonder if Nene-san is here. I’d like to introduce Mil-san to Nene-san as well.”

As Taketo-sama muttered that, he entered the studio. The others followed behind him.

Once I ensured that the strange individuals’ feelings were no longer visible, I entered the studio.

“Oh! So you must be Mil-san! I’m Matsukawa Nene, and you can call me Nene-chan!”

Nene winked at me with a closed eye.

She naturally extended her right hand, and thinking it was a handshake, I reached out my right hand as well, only to have it firmly grasped.

“Eh.”

“Since you’re Mil-san, from now on, you’re Mil-chi! Nice to meet you, Mil-chi!”

Mil-chi? What is this person? The color of her feelings toward me already indicates affection, which is similar to how women feel towards men. What does this mean?

“Ah~! Mil-san, be careful. Nene-sana’s into women.” 

Taketo-sama told me, having heard it from madam Kaori. Into women? W-What? This is bad, I don’t understand. More importantly, the way she sees me feels like my disguise has been seen through. Who is this person?

“How rude. I like Taketo-chi, alright. Oh, I see that face; you think I’m lying, right? That’s fine, I’m going to sneak into the bed of Kaorin and Taketo-chi sometime. Hehe.”

“Ahaha, please don’t do that!”

“What should I do? I like both Kaorin and Taketo-chi… Hehehe.”

“Haha, I like Nene-san too! But enough with the jokes; I was able to properly introduce Mil-san to you, so I’ll head to the studio now.”

Taketo-sama seems to think it was a joke, but from my perspective, where I can see the colors of emotions…

“Mil-chi is a guardian, right? There’s a special seat, so let’s watch everyone from there together.” 

“Yes.”

Being called Mil-chi makes me feel a bit restless, but since she seems to get along well with Taketo-sama and madam Kaori and isn’t a bad person, I guess I’ll just let her say it freely.

“Mil-chi. This way!”

The spot she guided me to was a sofa placed a little distance from the performance stage. Since there were no guests around, I could see everyone just fine from this location.

“!?”

They started by performing “By Your Side,” and then they sang while coordinating for the new song. The live performance was amazing. The impact was entirely different.

I was unexpectedly moved to the point of tears from the first song. Nene-sama noticed and gave me a kind smile…

The second song, “A Smile to You,” filled me with joy and happiness. 

I couldn’t quite understand why I felt so happy, but I felt a warmth inside as Saori-sama, Nanako-sama, Tsukune-sama, and Sachiko-sama cheerfully played the music while Taketo-sama sang with a joyful expression, prompting me to feel cheerful as well.

Nene-san suggested that it wouldn’t be a bad idea to record and upload something next time, which made everyone very happy. It’s nice to see everyone sharing their joy.

“Mil-san. Thank you for your hard work today. I’m sure it was tough since it was all new to you.”

When I returned home with Taketo-sama, madam Kaori, who had arrived earlier, welcomed us back.

I immediately thought I had to hurry and prepare dinner, but…

“Hehe. It’s okay. I wrapped things up early today.”

“I’m sorry, madam Kaori.”

“No, no. Don’t worry about it. It must be quite difficult for you to adjust to this new environment, so let’s just take it easy and get along.”

“Yes.”

We had dinner together with the three of us and spent a relaxing time in the living room. I found myself reflecting on how long it had been since I ended a day feeling this calm.