I Became the Must-Have Character of the Academy City - Chapter 83



82 – The Girl’s Nest

“Could I go to Tigrova today? I’ll be back as soon as I can.”

“Of course, its fine. Do whatever you want.”

Rohan gave a refreshing reply, looking at Sion, who seemed to be practically glowing.

He also gave thanks to Ichinose and Noah, who were watching the situation unfold.

“Thanks for helping. I’ll make it up to you.”

The two girls, on the receiving end of Rohans thanks, gave him a persistent stare, demanding an explanation.

Rohan had nothing particular to say on that matter, so he did his best to pass by, pretending not to notice.

Did she catch even the slightest hint of unnaturalness in his actions and flow?

The beast-girl who had been watching Rohan grew even more curious.

“Hmmm…”

Noah, who grew up freely in Tigrova, was not skilled at hiding and suppressing her emotions like Ichinose.

Caught between the intangible walls of curiosity and propriety, she struggled.

Her eyes, fixed on Rohan’s group, and her twitching lips seemed ready to ask a direct question at any moment.

“Noah. It seems that person’s business is finished, so shall we head to the dining hall now?”

“Ah!”

Ichinose, who noticed it first, grabbed Noah’s arm and quickly led her away.

This was also part of what Noah’s father had asked Ichinose to do.

Nose! Wait a moment…! Just for a moment!

It’s because of that moment that we can’t.

Rohan, confirming that the two girls were walking away with large strides, let out a deep breath.

“Whew…”

He never expected that a chance meeting would produce results in an instant.

In Abyss City, where Sion does not exist as a playable character, such a development was originally impossible.

Knowing information related to the Seolho Festival, he wasn’t too worried, but with a slight unease, Rohan asked.

“Sion. Shall we all go to Tigrova together?”

“No. I’ll go alone.”

In response to Rohan’s question, Sion shook his head with a smile.

Because now he knows.

It’s not something he can’t handle alone, and the moment he receives help with directions, he realizes that Rohan’s daily life, which he has maintained, will be disrupted because of him.

Looking like a piece of luggage is not the picture Sion desires.

“It’s true that I lack experience in living outside… but moving around is not a problem on my own. I’m not a child.”

“.”

“Besides, Rohan said the academy exam is just around the corner. Absolutely not.”

With Sion’s firm tone, Rohan and Clara naturally changed their direction of persuasion.

Even though they were worried, they thought he would manage well.

“Then we need to buy a cellphone before you go. Can you spare that much time? Let’s have lunch together too.”

“Oh, sister! I’ll search for the route, so let’s eat together!”

Even if Sion had boasted in front of everyone that he would leave today, how could he refuse this?

Sion showed his intention to prepare thoroughly and go, and followed Rohan, led by Clara who held his hand.

While walking like that.

His tightly closed lips opened.

“And I’m sorry, but… can we postpone the dinner appointment to another time? I’m really sorry.”

The excitement of being able to solve one of the long-standing problems that seemed insurmountable at an unexpected moment.

Caught up in that, he pushed aside the prior engagement Rohan had made and said he would go to Tigrova today, speaking arbitrarily.

Remembering his disgraceful behavior, the girl wanted to show that she was looking forward to spending the evening with her companions right now.

She didn’t take it lightly at all.

Uh, how should I say this…

Witnessing her own guilt, Sion felt her throat choke up and her mind go blank.

Why are you feeling sorry for something like that? You can celebrate when you come back, right?

That’s right!

Rohan and Clara responded simultaneously, as if sharing the same thoughts.

…

Every time Sion faced their kindness, she felt her emotions surge uncontrollably.

A contrasting light that seemed to tell her that her dark life until now was a lie.

The warmth was too much for a girl who had just gained her freedom to accept straightforwardly.

Shall we have something delicious for lunch so Sion can go and come back strong?

Yes…!

The three of them walked in a cheerful atmosphere.

During the meal, Rohan and Clara did not touch on heavy topics.

They filled their stomachs with warm soup that could be described as gentle in a comfortable air.

After the meal, without hesitation, they moved to the next destination.

Rohan opened another mobile phone line in his name and handed it to Sion.

…

Sion held the smartphone, which she had for the first time, with both hands as if cradling it, staring at it intently.

Her lips were as calm as usual, but her eyes sparkled with interest, properly expressing the girl’s inner feelings.

With this, I can stay in touch even while traveling to Tigrova!

There are two registered contacts. Ends with Rohan and Clara.

Nevertheless, it doesn’t feel empty. To Sion, the names of the two people give a feeling of fullness.

While eating, she learned the basic usage from the two, so there is no problem with calls and messages.

“Contact as often as possible. I’ll be waiting.”

“If you’re confused or can’t do something, please call anytime…! I can always answer! And, I can search quickly too…!”

A group was formed where the three could share messages.

Sion solidified her use of messages by pouring out meaningless consonants and vowels in that space.

She raised the corners of her mouth as she looked at the two.

“I’ll report even the smallest things.”

“Good. And take this.”

Rohan handed over a card and cash.

Sion, with her hands empty, firmly established her position and accepted it without a word.

Holding it dearly to her chest, Sion made up her mind.

“Today’s matter is personal, no matter what anyone says. I will somehow repay the amount used when I return.”

“I won’t add interest, so do as you please.”

Now, she can go to the dormitory, pack her usual clothes that have finished drying, and take her weapons to leave.

“Sion unnie. It’s cold in Tigrova, so dress warmly…!”

“Mm, I’ll keep that in mind.”

She naturally hugged Clara, who now felt as close as blood.

She hasn’t even spent a day yet, but she’s leaving.

Looking back, its not even funny.

Like a fool, I said Id leave today in front of Frozen Heart.

Now I have to leave and fulfill my long-cherished wish.

Sion was acutely aware of how heavy her steps were.

The girl was hesitating, holding onto Clara to spend even a little more time.

Rohan, who had been quietly watching, reminded the girl of the truth.

Sion.

Hmm…?

You have to go quickly so you can see each other as soon as possible.

A word filled with obviousness.

A word that traced the truth opened Sions eyes.

…

…

Sion, sis! This is the bus!

Having finished preparations at Rohans dormitory, Sion took the bus from the academy city with Clara, who offered to see her off to the station.

Rohan also expressed his intention to go along, but Sion and Clara strongly pushed him to attend his afternoon classes instead of skipping them.

Of course, it would have been nice if Rohan had come along.

But she knows this is the right thing.

Even though she knew, her heart wouldnt calm down, and she regretted not finding out the perfume Rohan used.

Just before departure, Rohans coat, which she had taken under the pretext of being cold, lay asleep in her bag.

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Just recalling its existence calms the ripples in my heart.

The Sky Train…

Sion double-checked the mode of transportation he needed to take from the bus.

There are various ways and means to get to Tigrova.

There are vehicles and railways on land. But compared to flying, it takes an absurdly long time.

It’s not particularly cheap either, so unless one enjoys traveling or moving by land, there’s no reason to choose it.

There is an icebreaker that can reach the ice-filled Tigrova pier by sea.

But this also takes a considerable amount of time.

The sight of breaking through the ice is spectacular and popular, but for Sion, who wants to finish his work as soon as possible, it’s out of the question.

In the end, there was only one answer left.

He decided to use the sky.

Through the app installed by Rohan and Clara, Sion booked a train floating in the sky.

A means of transportation using the specialty floating stones of the Sepia Archipelago.

Unlike airships, it has direct flights and is fast, which was the most appealing point.

He didn’t even consider the reviews about severe shaking. He thought of it as training.

Estimated travel time is 11 hours, huh.

A round trip would take a day.

That alone is longer than the time he had gained freedom.

He heard that Tigrova, the destination, has a significant time difference from the academy city.

…

Various thoughts dominated her mind for a moment.

Rustle.

Sion pulled out Rohan’s coat, buried her face in it, and breathed repeatedly.

“S-sister!?”

Clara, who was sitting next to her, along with the passengers who were paying attention to her beautiful appearance, were astonished by Sion’s heavy breathing and confident actions.

The elf girl, intermittently trembling, seemed quite excited.

“Sniff…”

The girl took a deep breath to calm herself.

She resolved with the scent of Rohan filling her lungs and mind.

As quickly as possible.

But without creating regrets out of impatience.

She would properly listen to the stories about her parents and cleanse any dishonor attached to the names of Tigrova Elf and Testarossa.

“Whoo…”

She exhaled into Rohan’s coat, reminding herself.

That her place to return was beside Rohan and Clara.

‘Sion Testarossa’s nest exists nowhere else.’

The girl’s eyes sparkled sharply as she lifted her head from the coat.