Nagumo Family Morning Part 3 ~University Life Daily Edition

It's been almost two months since spring break ended.

　The rhythm of life for those who have entered a new normal is finally starting to settle down, although it may be a little chaotic.

　Early in the morning, when the weather forecast says that the rainy season is approaching,

"There's a 'world of possibilities' that lies beyond the nine worlds, isn't it?"

　In the basement workshop of the Nagumo family, the sound of a work chair creaking echoed.

　The underground space, which was more than eight times the size of the original site and the size of a small baseball field, was still overflowing with objects and materials, making it a huge problem.

　A number of prototype-like golems of different appearances and sizes are lined up in a row, mysterious and majestic firearms and fantastical weapons are packed into wall storage, and some parts, ores, etc. are packed to fill the gaps. Materials are scattered.

　The floor and the 6-7 meter high ceiling were also carved with magic circles to aid in creation and research.

　Compared to when I first set up this underground workshop, it has expanded to the point that even my family is amazed.

　There is a small room separated by tempered glass relatively near the entrance of the underground workshop. The desk area is relatively uncluttered as it is packed with precision equipment such as PCs.

　A six-sided display shows a variety of materials, and the frame of the document shelf and whiteboard are also covered with memo papers.

　In such a space, Hajime took a deep breath.

"...don't think of the 'other world' we call at the level of 'one star'. Think of it more broadly as 'one universe', huh? Well, that's certainly true. Even in the desert world, outside the star is space. There is another star. In the vast universe, there may even be a planet rich in greenery and life."

　The ``other world'' that Hajime and his friends vaguely called it was by no means an ``alien planet'' that existed within a single universe, but a different universe itself, and was just one star within that other universe.

　Hajime once again stated his basic premise and threw out the tablet in his hand and placed it on the desk. Put your hands behind your head and lean your back deeply against the backrest. I stare into space as if trying to organize my thoughts.

"In other words, the 'nine different worlds' should be more accurately described as 'nine different universes'..."

　What was displayed on the tablet was a report from Kouki.

　In addition to the fact that it was a desert world, the information about the structure of the world heard from Fortina is well summarized.

　By now, Kouki is probably busy mopping up the ``infected species'' and ``dark ones.'' Judging from the progress report, it seems like we are nearing the end. It was worth it for him to keep sending out treasure chests filled with weapons, ammunition, and various types of energy.

　The progress report also included a follow-up investigation into the ``disaster'' that was the culprit. But so far, there didn't seem to be any traces or new information.

　Still, Hajime had already read the report over and over again. He doesn't want to miss even the smallest thing. He even memorized it.

"Is the 'calamity' a visitor from further outside of the 'nine different universes'?"

　That is one of the truths Fortina tried to mislead.

　They are not visitors from the Desert World, or from an alien planet somewhere in the universe where the Desert World exists, or even from the other eight worlds.

　Things that cannot exist in our world and must not be done. in the true sense of the wordForeign objectirregular.

"Well, I guessed it. Our world might be just a small part of the branches and leaves that grow from the World Tree. But..."

　A wry smile appeared on Hajime's face.

"It's certainly beyond human wisdom."

　Most of the story Fortina told me about the world structure was already known. Most of it was just information that supported Aularodde's story.

　However, there was one interesting piece of information that made me want to give up, thinking, ``Is there no point in thinking about this any further?''

　That is the existence of a "world of possibilities."

　He says that even the nine universes in which we exist are nothing more than a branch extending from the World Tree, like a branch and leaves that have grown far ahead, and there are similar branches and leaves in other neighboring branches and leaves. It seems possible that there could be a world in which a completely different civilization is carving its history in distant branches.

　On the contrary, if it were another branch of the great tree that grows from the world tree, it would be a world where humanity itself does not exist, a world where the laws of physics and concepts, and the worldReasonNoticeTherefore, it is possible for a completely different world to exist.

"I wasn't talking about the fact that there is a fundamental world."

　Even the goddess doesn't know the details or the whole story, and she can't. It's just that she understands that the world is like that from the moment she was born as the incarnation of the Great Tree.

　The way to know everything is to access the World Tree--that is, the fundamental world, but it seems that instinct or the soul warns. This is no good. It's beyond my realm. If you step beyond that, your very existence will be shaken and you will never be able to go back to normal.

"If even the goddess is like that, it would be dangerous to go through the trouble of checking with a compass..."

　Summons a compass at hand. I remember the time when I was vaguely toying with something that looked like a pocket watch in my palm, trying to find out what existed outside of the nine different worlds.

　The results are obvious. The compass showed no reaction.

　Is there a gap so strong that even a compass can't grasp it? Or was something in the world's rules preventing him from doing so?

　In any case, I wasn't going to go out of my way to find out.

　At least until I can ensure my own safety.

　Above all, what was most important about Fortina's story was something else.

"The problem is that the desert world's ``calamities'' are ``something'' that came from that ``world of possibilities.''''

　Hajime caught the compass he was using as a beanbag and was wrapped in crimson magic.

　It reacts to "infected species". Also for "dark ones". The same species as the one in the report with photos still exists, and you can get an idea of ​​where they are.

　However, when it comes to ``calamity,'' the reaction disappears instantly.

"...Should I be relieved? Or..."

　Take a deep breath.

　Even if you don't know his actual appearance, as long as he is recognized as a "god", you can find him based on that recognition alone.

　A visitor from outside the universe. An entity that is the cause of miasma. That alone seems to be enough as a search point.

　If so, you should be relieved that there is no reaction. Kouki and the others were also relieved when they told them the results of the compass.

　However, the fact that I was unable to detect the world outside of the ``9 different universes'' remains strangely in my head. It's possible that the power of the compass doesn't even reach those who came from there.

"No, you're definitely thinking too much."

　I shake my head as I put the compass away in the treasure room. His head felt a little heavy and he seemed tired. There's no point in thinking about it any more. In fact, I've been thinking the same thing many times since I received the report. It's rather barren.

　There's not enough sugar... Hajime says with a bitter smile.

　That was then.

"...Hajime?"

"! I was surprised. Yue? What's wrong with you? You're dressed like that."

　Hearing the sudden voice, Hajime turned his chair, looking a little nervous.

　The tempered glass door of the room was only half open, and Yue was peeking out with an even more scrutinizing look than usual.

　Through metamorphosis magic, he has grown to be around 20 years old.

　However, that was not what Hajime pointed out. I had heard for a long time that when I entered university, I basically spent my time outside in ``university mode'', looking like a 20-year-old. The only time it becomes its true form is when it is at home or at gatherings where only family members are present. It seems like she wants to enjoy college life with Hajime in a college-like manner.

　So, what Hajime was talking about was about the attire.

　She is probably also wearing a camisole and hot pants. Her pale pink frilled apron looks like she's wearing a naked apron.

　She has a captivating figure, holding a ball in one hand, her hair tied up with a scrunchie and hanging in front of her shoulders. She is a young wife who has come to wake up her husband.

　However, there was no smile on his face.

　Apparently, today's young wife is very dissatisfied.

"Would you like to play cosplay and play pretend before going to bed?"

"...I still haven't noticed. It's already morning."

"...Huh? Seriously?"

　Hajime looked stunned for a moment. I hurriedly glanced at the wall clock and saw that, indeed, the hands were showing that it was a little past seven in the morning.

"...I was waiting because I said I'd be back when the break was over, but in the end I slept alone last night. Even though I'm a new wife."

"Ugh, that's too bad. I just got absorbed in research and stuff..."

"...Recently, I've been falling asleep in the workshop a lot, so I came to wake you up, Niizuma-style, but I ended up staying up all night."

"No, that's why I keep forgetting the time..."

``――'Sweetheart, wake up.Breakfast is ready,' I said and kissed him, and after enjoying Hajime's cute little fuss, when Hajime woke up, I said, ``I see. Breakfast looks delicious!'' I was planning on being pushed down and saying, ``Yes, you♡ Enjoy♡.''

"Are your morning plans specific and not too erotic?"

"...Because I'm a new wife."

"Isn't Yue's perception of his new wife strange?"

"All new wives are supposed to be on alert 24 hours a day."

"I'm not going to ask you what you're prepared for 24 hours a day, but first of all, apologize to all the new wives in the country, you erotic vampire."

　Ever since we officially registered our marriage, my love for him has grown even more intense. She seemed to be in a bit of a better mood just by interacting with him like this.

　He smiled and ran over to Hajime and dived into Hajime's lap. Yue, who was in college student mode now, had magnificent breasts that were comparable to Shia's, so Hajime's face was filled with happiness.

　Instead of being excited, I felt sleepy all at once... What a tremendous sense of relief. And a feeling of happiness? I couldn't help but let out a yawn and say, "Wow!"

"...Are you going to take the day off today?"

　Yue, who had pulled away a little, asked while wiping away the tears that were seeping from the corner of Hajime's eyes with her fingertips. It's a weekday. Of course, there are university lectures.

　Hajime shook his head with a bitter smile.

"Don't spoil me too much. It's my own fault. I'll go as usual."

"...Hmm. Understood....Hajime, why don't we make a pseudo-sun like the Oscar mansion?"

"Hmm, the subtle changes in the amount of light are annoying when I want to concentrate. Well, lately I've certainly been losing track of time, so I guess I'll think about it."

　Yue stared at Hajime, who seemed to be very reluctant. She was hoping for the usual sweet stares...it was clear from her slightly worried look that that wasn't the case.

　While Hajime was smiling bitterly in his heart and thinking, ``You're being overprotective,'' a new visitor arrived.

"Myuu knows. Even when Yue-onee-chan says she's going to wake up dad, she almost never wakes him up."

　If they were to stare at her even more than Yue, they couldn't stand in close contact any longer.

　With an indescribable expression, Yue apologizes and says, "Ugh, I'm sorry..." and hits Hajime from above, and Myuu jumps in as if to switch places――

　I thought so, but I didn't dive and stopped right in front of me. She greets me in the morning with a ``Good morning'' look on her face.

　Since entering elementary school, she has already begun to act like an older sister. As a lady, I shouldn't jump into my father's pocket so easily.

　About 90% of the time, I realize after hugging him, and it feels good! Recently, I have started to open up again.

"Good morning, Myuu. That's too bad. You'll probably be late if you don't eat soon, so you came all the way to call me."

"I want to eat with you. Also, Yue-onee-chan! Shia-onee-chan was having trouble because she didn't have a ladle. She couldn't scoop the miso soup."

"Ugh, sorry."

　Niizuma-san apologizes to the little girl twice since morning.

　That aside.

"Myuu is great. Lately, she's always woken up before me. She's always ready in the morning."

"Ehem! She's my older sister!"

　Her wavy emerald blonde hair is shiny and perfectly styled today. Her outfit is also a simple pants look, but it has a good sense of both cuteness and coolness. She wears Lemire Select perfectly.

　In addition, even though it has been two months since the entrance ceremony, I am full of energy from the beginning of the morning and want to go to school early! The excited look hasn't changed at all.

　From the Nagumo family's point of view, who are not good at mornings, seeing Myuu excited as soon as she wakes up makes them happy to share their energy, but at the same time, they are a little envious.

"Are you having fun at school?"

　Hajime gently stroked Myuu, being careful not to ruin her hairstyle. Immediately, Myuu's expression, which had been pretending to be her older sister, suddenly disappeared.

"It's so much fun! In fact, it's nothing but fun! I've made a lot of friends and learned a lot of things I didn't know!"

"I see...that's good."

　Actually, I was a little worried. No matter how native Japanese she is, Myuu clearly doesn't look Japanese.

　I often hear that such children are likely to be ostracized in elementary schools.

　And it is also true that children sometimes show cruelty due to their innocence.

"...Even we can't match Myuu's communication skills. Hajime worries too much."

"Ah, those were definitely unfounded worries."

　Hajime shrugged his shoulders as Yue chuckled.

　That's certainly true. I don't understand the language, and I'm not even human.Chimi MouryouChimimo RyoThere's no way Myuu, who can develop friendships with others, would be bullied by her classmates――

"Ah, but there are kids who are mean to me."

"Tell me your name. I can find your address using a compass."

"...Hajime, don't hurry."

　Yue messaged me. The compass is also taken away immediately after being summoned.

"...But, Myuu. It's the first time for Yue-chan and the others to hear that. Are you okay?"

"Myu! You're totally fine!"

"But you're being mean to me, aren't you?"

"That's true, but...do you feel like you're not a bad girl? It's not like you dislike Myuu...you just can't be honest with me."

　Hajime and Yue looked at each other as Myuu spoke while putting her index finger on her chin and looking into the air as if she was reminiscing.

"...Myuu. Is that child a boy?"

"Yes!"

"...Let's go right away. I thought he would come someday, but it's early."

　As expected. It's like being mean to the girl you like.

　As Hajime's father, he can't forgive his daughter for having a bad influence, but he has no intention of interfering with the innocent friendships of elementary school students.

　In fact, as a man, I can't help but feel pity for the boy, who is probably viewed with a smile by his crush as a ``child who can't be honest.'' I'm sorry that my child is premature. The experience value is different...

　However, it's no lie that as a father, I have mixed feelings. I'm thinking about trying to talk to Tomoichi next time...

"...Hehe. I see. Don't you think Myuu hates that boy?"

"I don't hate him. He's mean, but he's also kind. Besides, I can't take my eyes off him..."

"You can't take your eyes off me, huh? Are you worried about that boy?"

　Dad, I'm shocked. I reach for my smartphone. Tomokazu-san, this time may have come a hundred times faster than you imagined! Do you have any plans for today? ?

　Yue looked at Hajime with a slightly disappointed look and asked Myuu, ``What are you worried about?''

　Then...

"Well, the ones I can't take my eyes off of are Nagisa-chan and the others."

"...What do you mean?"

"I'm saying he's not a bad kid...but every time he does something, Nagisa-chan and the others look at him like he's a murderer."

　It seems that the children, who have been very close to each other since kindergarten and went to elementary school together, are a little worried about how they are being treated like yakuza.

　Yue's gaze turned towards Hajime. Papa Hajime quickly averted his gaze.

　These kids often come to my house to play. It seems that the lawful wife's prediction that he was probably asking Myuu not to get infected with bad insects was a good idea.

"I don't hate Myuu, so I'm telling you all to get along, but you're getting even more quarrelsome."

"...Hmm. I guess."

　Myuu tilted her head to the side, seeing Yue's expression that she had fully realized the situation.

　By the way, at the elementary school entrance ceremony, as expected, there were a lot of children who looked at Myuu's hair color and looked at her curiously or pointed at her, but...

　Led by Nagisa-chan, Madoka-chan, and Hitomi-chan, a particularly Mewski trio, a group of girls from the same kindergarten group casually surrounded and guarded Myuu, and they also looked at everything with a look that didn't seem to be that of a new student. It's being suppressed.

　At best, it's like a queen and her royal guards, at worst, it's like a mafia boss and the assassins guarding her...

　Naturally, the teachers who saw this,

"Oh, there's a new student who just came in…"

　All of us were horrified. Needless to say, the teacher who was scheduled to be in charge of Myuu's class had a distant look on her face, as if she was escaping reality.

　Quiet talk.

"Um, how about I talk to Nagisa-chan and the others? Maybe next time we come to visit."

"Daddy doesn't want me to say anything!"

"eh..."

　Dad, I'm shocked. At the clear rejection of her beloved daughter, she suppresses her heart and flinches.

　Myuu also slightly arched her back. However, not out of shock, but to proudly hold out her chest.

"I'll organize my classmates by myself! Just like my dad! Just like my dad! Set your soul on fire! That's it!"

"Please stop. You'll die of shame."

　Dad, I'm shocked. The memory of the speech he gave at the Demon King's Castle, where even his parents made fun of him, peeks out at him and asks, "Did you call me?" It was necessary, but it's a bit of an embarrassing history to look back on. At least enough to cover his reddened face with his hands.

　Yue was pricking Hajime's cheek happily. What on earth happened to dad? What's so embarrassing about such a cool memory? Myuu said with a tinge.

　While doing that,

"Ah, it was Yue-san after all! Please return the ladle quickly! I mean, we don't have much time! Breakfast! We have to clean up quickly!"

　Shia also came down. This one is wearing a simple light blue apron over jeans and a blouse.

　The way she puts her hands on her hips and urges her to get ready in the morning is more than just a wife and more like a mother...

"Hajime-san, did you stay up all night again? You need to get some sleep and rest, not magic or Enadori, right?"

"Oh, oh. That's right. I'll be careful."

"I feel like we've been having this kind of exchange a lot lately…If you don't get your act together, I'll force you to fall asleep with a backdrop, right?"

"...It's not like I'm falling asleep. I'm unconscious. I'll be really careful, so give me a break."

　Hajime was annoyed, but his feelings of hard work could still be felt, so he honestly apologized.

　Shia looked like she couldn't help it and approached Hajime, and she casually kissed Hajime on the forehead and said, "Good morning, Chu!" she added with a big smile.

　She really looks like a new wife. Yue said with a bit of regret, "Shit, Shia. I'll do it."

　Shia quickly took the ladle from Yue, and while muttering something like, ``I have to wake up my mother-in-law and father-in-law too. Ah, busy, busy. It's a battlefield in the morning!'', she left the workshop with her slippers flapping. It happened.

"Ah, wait, Shia-onee-chan! Myuu will wake up the grandmothers!"

"Thank you! Yue-san, please prepare and don't make any plans to be attacked by Hajime-san."

"Oh, yes"

　Yue's eyes couldn't help but see through her intentions.

　Suddenly, my eyes met Hajime's. Inwardly, it was the same. She can already feel Shia's dignity as a housewife as she quickly carries out the morning housework...

``Well, that's it.He seems to be enjoying his college life the most out of all of us, even if it's not, and he's even more dignified?His sense of energy?I'd say he's living a fulfilling life. I have a great feeling..."

"...She has a good sense of womanhood. Shia is truly the embodiment of Riaju."

　strange. The only thing that makes her feel more realistic than me, who has registered my marriage and enjoys her new wife moves every day... Yue has a horrified expression on her face.

　In fact, it seems that Shia has made many new friends in the same faculty, and she is the only one among Hajime and others who is also in the club.

"Did you have any plans to go touring with your circle friends this weekend?"

"...Hmm. Shia...leave me behind and enjoy your bike friends. Leave me behind."

　It was so important that he said it twice.

　Yes, Shia joined a circle exclusively for female riders. It seems like girls who love motorcycles talk to each other and go touring.

　There are fewer than 10 members, the members are limited to girls, so it's casual, it's almost like a club, so the atmosphere is relaxed and there are no restrictions on the schedule, and when you visit, you can include seniors. He decided to join because he felt there were only people there.

　Furthermore, the name of the circle seems to be ``Gou-on!''. The reason for its establishment was that it was inspired by the high school girls who belonged to a certain high school's motorcycle club. I'm sure it makes a lot of noise every day.

"...I wish I could talk to you about it, but...it's a shame. It's hard to empathize with me. I think a car is safer, more convenient, and above all more comfortable..."

``Recently, I've been mostly into cars, too. I don't have anyone of the same sex around me with whom I can talk about motorcycles. If you can find someone with the same hobby, it'll be fun. Even if you have to borrow money from me, you can get a proper license and buy a commercially available large-scale bike. I even went so far as to buy a motorcycle."

"…You want to use your own money for your hobbies, right?"

"Yes. Well, I know how you feel."

　Shia used to love wearing revealing clothes, but recently she has been wearing pants-like outfits more often. The reason for this seems to be that her circle mates saw her riding a motorcycle in a miniskirt and she got scolded a lot.

　If Shia didn't know about her physical ability and her physical strength, she would certainly be noticed. No, don't ride a bike in a skirt, no matter how sturdy it is! is a very common sense point.

　By the way, there is another reason why I bought a commercially available bike even though I own Breeze, and this is the main one. Naturally, there are many opportunities to show off your bikes to your circle mates.

　No matter how you try, it's impossible to explain the impossible mechanism of magical power. Those in the know would be able to tell at a glance that it was an abnormal vehicle.

　How does it work! ? I mean, there's no way something like this would pass inspection! That would be completely illegal! ! There is no doubt that you will get some tsukkomi.

"Hajime-san! Yue-san! What are you doing?! The food is getting cold!"

　Hajime and Yue looked at each other again and giggled together.

　Whatever it is. The high school days when Hajime and his friends were surrounded by students who knew about their special circumstances, spent most of their time among their friends, and were kept under some sort of isolation measures were over.

　In university life, the number of people you come into contact with on a daily basis, and the number of people who don't even know about Hajime and the others, increases all at once.

　In such a situation, Shia's way of being, who was steadily increasing her friendships and the things she wanted to do, and enjoying her private life and university life to the fullest, was in a sense a good role model for Hajime and Yue.

　It's been like that since the Tortoise days, but Shia's lively demeanor always brightens and uplifts the two of them.

　Feeling refreshed somehow, Hajime stood up from his chair and stretched his back as much as he could, brushing off his sleepiness――

"Also, Tio-san! How long have you been in the bathroom? Please take it easy in the morning! You must be playing with the washlet anyway!"

"Tch, tsk, tsk, no!?"

　Daryu's voice was clearly upset, and I felt a little less refreshed.

　I looked at Yue and let out a sigh.

　Hajime changed his mind and came out of the tempered glass room, slowly thrusting one hand towards the back of the room.

　On the back of his left arm, a prosthetic arm that camouflages his natural arm, lines that look like computer circuits run with a slight glow.

　Yue blinked. Because it was my first time seeing it.

"Go back"

　The moment Hajime muttered that word, a silver fluid rushed out like a tsunami from all over the room, which could be mistaken for a pile of rubble.

"...Hajime? What is this?"

"Huh? Ah, haven't I told you yet? It's a new artifact that was completed just the other day. Well, it still needs adjustment and verification."

　Its appearance should be described as a silver slime or several large snakes swimming in the air. It swirled around Hajime, branched out, merged with other fluids, and drew many layers of elegant spirals.

　Yue looked familiar. The color is slightly different, but I definitely saw it. In the past footage.

　yes,

"…Mother's fluid metal?"

"Ah. It's one of the spoils from the holy land that I recovered along with the element conversion system. I added an electronic control system from Earth and the Mechanical World, and some age-of-the-gods magic and arranged it specifically for me."

　Walls and ceilings are peeling off. From the edge it falls, it returns to a silvery liquid. Apparently, it even has the ability to mimic.

"On Earth, there's no shortage of stories about nanotech from Terminus and Iron Ma. There were so many functions I wanted to add that it was a struggle, but it was worth staying up all night a few times."

　Fluid metal is sucked into the treasure vault. However, some of it was disguised as Hajime's necklace or belt, or absorbed into his left arm.

"...Maybe that left arm's camouflage..."

"Did you notice?"

　The part of his left arm that looked like flesh instantly turned into a silver arm. In fact, he even transforms into a sharp knife or shield.

"You can make battle uniforms instantly with just this one. Since the form is registered. You don't have to think about it, and you can always create a coat that is overwhelmingly stronger than the clothes made of metal thread and monster materials. With the floating ability, I can now fly to a certain extent, and I can also convert it into weapons and armor if necessary.''

"...yes"

　It can truly be called a masterpiece that combines technologies from three worlds.

　Hajime is very proud. Although there is still a need for verification and adjustment, he seems to think that he has achieved a successful result.

　The reason why I was sending it to the workshop was to verify the mimicry function and to see if I could process the materials using transmutation magic as programmed.

　However, in front of such a masterpiece, Yue's reaction is weak. It's not like he's not interested, it's like he's distracted by other things...

　Hajime seemed to be in a bit of a hurry to clean up the chaotic workshop since Shia seemed to be upset if he didn't go to the breakfast table soon, but he didn't notice Yue's state.

"Nogari"

"Yes, my lord."

　Make your treasure chest even brighter. A beautiful maid appeared to replace the fluid metal.

　Ms. Nogari was the one who chose courtesy, wearing a maid outfit with a classical and neat atmosphere, and looking serious enough to make you say, ``Huh? Who is she?'' or ``He's just an apostle of the original god.''

"I'll ask you to clean up the workshop."

"Your intention. Is it okay if I let my subordinates help with training?"

"Ah, that's perfect. Don't let me get you down, okay?"

"Please tell me a joke."

　If there were people other than Yue here, they would surely have said it all in unison.

　No, it's Nointo! It's Nointo, not Nogari! ! and. Nogari-san, who was always in full recovery, exuded an incredibly pure and serious aura.

"...who?"

　Yue can't help but cry out at this.

"Ma'am. I'm Nogari, your faithful servant."

"...What are you saying with that serious face? Are you sure you're Nointo?"

"I'm Nogari. I'm Nogari-tan, a super perfect elegance beauty maid who is loyal to everyone in the Nagumo family with all my heart and soul. From good morning to good night, I've been able to serve you in every way (meaningful)..."

"...Ah, that's enough. You're a slob. Anyone can tell."

"Extremely terrifying"

　The roots haven't changed. It's a very silly existence. A little relief.

　Furthermore, the reason Nogari changed her character to a more serious and neat one was because she couldn't stand the overlap between her character and Egari-onee-san.

　Quiet topicI seriously don't care.

"Come on, ladies! It's time to get to work!"

　Nogari's brooch shines, and multiple humanoid metal golems emerge from it. It looks like a female mannequin dressed in the same classic maid outfit.

　It is clearly different from Nogari, which mimics the appearance of God's apostle by covering a high-end model that combines Mother's body and biological golem technology with fluid metal. Is it easier to understand if we say mass-produced versus made-to-order?

　Those mass-produced maid golems,

--Aaaaaaaaaa! !

--Giiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii !

--Ooooooooooo! !

　He attacked Nogari without any hesitation.

　So, for the time being, Mr. Nogari silenced everyone with a powerful slap that caused their heads to rotate 180 degrees.

　It can't be helped because there's a devil inside. If she shows any chance, or even if she doesn't show it, it's no exaggeration to say that she has become a demon god. She wants to become the best maid for her master, so she takes on the challenge of ascendancy.

　Also, I really want the body of a high-end model made by my master! !

"Do you want this beauty? I'll give it to you. Work! You lowly female devils! Don't think you'll be rewarded without results!"

　Mass-produced maid golems that appear to be female devils begin cleaning while screaming in disgust.

``Now is the time to stay on track. I'll definitely steal that beauty from you.''

　There's also a demon who speaks fluently and telepathically. It's probably a named class devil like the one that appears in the Bible.

　Seeing that it's not going to happen right now, she backs down, but it's a little hard to believe when she sees Hajime and Yue being courteous to her and diligently cleaning up.

"Is that okay? Make a verbal promise to give up your appearance as an apostle. I didn't ask for your true name, but you're probably a big name, right?"

"There's no problem. I'm not Noint, but my master Nogari. I'm just dissatisfied with my previous appearance forever. Not to mention that I look the same as Egari-nee-san!"

"Your true feelings are showing. Let's get along, we're sisters."

"There are some things we can't put up with because we're sisters. So, we're currently working on a look that's both the master's preference and full of originality. Please look forward to it."

"I don't really care. Rather, I would like to improve our armament, including mass-produced types."

"It's so romantic!"

"Oh, romance!"

　They are masters and servants who seem to be a good match.

　In any case, it seemed that a powerful group of golems, not just the Demon Rangers and Grim Reapers, was forming.

　I'll ask you later.heelKibisuHajime replied and headed to the breakfast table this time. Go up the stairs to the ground.

"By the way, the biological golem itself was also upgraded. It was fused with the technology of machine soldiers from the mechanical engineering world."

"...Really? I think there were over 5,000 of them..."

"We haven't upgraded all of our machines yet. We're just trying things out with maid golems for now. If things go well and mass production becomes easier, we'll increase the number."

"...yes"

　It seems that the number will continue to increase and the functionality will also improve. The demon king's army's military expansion is dangerous.

　What exactly is Hajime aiming for? Who are the good and pacifist Japanese people?

　What is Yue thinking?

　I'm not surprised or kidding; I'm rather seriously concerned.

"...Hajime"

　He tightly grabbed the sleeve of Hajime's clothes and held him back as he ascended the stairs. Hajime looked back over his shoulder and was confused to see Yue's expression more serious than expected.

"what up?"

"..."

　Yue stared at Hajime as if she was sitting on Hajime's lap earlier. Hajime felt a little overwhelmed by the look in her eyes as if not overlooking even the slightest change in her expression.

"…Are you worried about something?"

　Hajime widened his eyes as if he had been asked something truly unexpected. There is no sign that he is trying to deceive or hide his inner feelings.

"Are you in a hurry? Am I?...Is that what you look like?"

　Seeing Hajime who seemed genuinely confused, Yue relaxed a little from her shoulders. Although she knew that it was impossible for Hajime to treat her, she still felt that Hajime was holding something back, and it didn't seem like he was hiding it.

"...I'm sorry. Maybe it's just my imagination."

　It was well known that staying up late due to being absorbed or absorbed was a bad habit of Hajime that was difficult to break.

　But somehow I thought.

　I'm already busy dealing with the negative effects of the resurrection of the King Tree, but lately I've been spending more time working on other things at the same time, even staying up all night.

　The same goes for the fluid metals I mentioned earlier, but it feels like they place more emphasis on developing weapons and armor than everyday useful tools.

　And in fact, there are still many days when I don't sleep well.

　With that in mind, when I look at how much I've been immersed in these days, I hear the usual words of romance and boasting about my work, but somehow it's gone beyond my usual enjoyment...well, it's a hobby if you will call it that. I got the feeling that he was working desperately, unsure if he would be able to meet the deadline, even though he was also working as a staff member.

　While honestly confessing these things, Yue continued, "And besides."

"...I was a little surprised that Myuu's special training was done in a way that made her age faster, even though it was only for a year."

"That's because Myuu's will was strong."

"...Hmm. That's why I agreed. But there were other things as well...for example, a simple learning experiment on Age of the Gods magic. I think it was quite hasty."

"Well, that's true. But I thought it would be okay if Amanogawa was my opponent."

　All actions can be explained. It's a well-reasoned action.

　So it must be Yue's imagination.

　``Doesn't Hajime normally do this?'' It didn't seem like he was slightly deviating from his behavior, but it was probably just a slight discomfort that was created by a series of actions that just happened to accumulate.

　Yue agreed and softened her expression this time.

"...I said something strange. I'm sorry."

"No, don't apologize. If Yue felt something, she might actually feel that way. As I said before, she would have been careful about the negative effects of the king's resurrection. And on top of that, there's also the change in the environment of university life.There were so many things I wanted to do and had to do, I guess I was feeling a little nervous...''

"...Hajime"

　Seeing Hajime take her words seriously even in the smallest of things, Yue's eyes became heated with happiness.

　When she got up on the same step as Hajime, Yue's face in college student mode was around Hajime's shoulders. His face is much closer than his original appearance.

　She wraps her arms around the back of Hajime's neck, hugging his head. Press your body into close contact.

　Hajime also wrapped his arms around Yue and held her tightly.

"Thank you for worrying about me. I'll be really careful."

"...Hmm"

　They looked at each other from a close distance, hugged each other so tightly that Yue's chest seemed to overflow from her apron, and kissed to their heart's content――

"I guess you're saying you don't have time!!"

"Yes, I'm sorry!!"

　Mama Shia got angry.

　So, Hajime and Yue only kissed each other lightly, and hurried up to Shia Mama, who was standing proudly on the stairs.