Chapter 2 : Preparation

*Attention, POV will be changed to third person*

After getting enough information, Sirius and Rurie returned to the academy. The two of them, looking at it. Although they could defeat that person, they realized that they would not be able to escape the others. Therefore, Sirius decided to return first.

"Now, how am I going to do it? Should I just wait until that person himself does it... If so, it's just like I'm putting Professor Athena in danger."

Sirius was in a dilemma that confused him, he did not want to put Professor Athena in danger, but what would happen in the future could not make him choose.

If Sirius did it here and managed to keep professor Athena safe, it would be a great relief. But, he would definitely be targeted by the night finger organization.

"If that's how the professor is saved, I just have to do it. Night finger or whatever it is, I will crush it to the ground. You're with me, right, Rurie?"

"Of course! I will be by your side, Sirius-sama!"

Sirius finally chose, to do whatever could keep professor Athena safe. He would fight them (two fingers), not by attacking carelessly, but with the right strategy. With Rurie by his side, Sirius was confident that he could defeat them.

The next day, after class, Sirius approached Professor Athena.

"Professor, do you have a moment?"

"Of course. What is it Sirius?"

Sirius thought all night about what he was going to do. And this was one of the ways he thought of. Approaching Professor Athena, and trying to make contact with 'that person', the man who was a member of the two fingers.

"Tomorrow, there will be a carnival in the capital. Professor, would you mind going with me?"

Sirius asked. Professor Athena's face suddenly turned red, and she spoke nervously.

"W-w-what, are you asking me, Sirius?" Professor Athena replied with a stutter.

"Yes. I want to go with you, Professor."

"Wh-what do you really want?" Professor Athena asked again, as if she did not want to believe what Sirius said.

"I really do." Sirius answered immediately without thinking.

Professor Athena looked confused, her face red and at the same time confused about what to answer. A part of her felt like. However, her professor self felt that it was not good enough to go with her own students.

But, finally Professor Athena accepted the invitation from Sirius.

"Alright. Then, what time should I meet you?"

"Really? Thank goodness you are willing, professor. Tomorrow, 10 o'clock at the town hall. How about it?"

"Okay."

After that, Sirius excused himself because his goal had been achieved. In this case, what Sirius was aiming for was Professor Athena's feelings.

In addition to bringing himself closer to the contact of 'that person', Sirius was also aiming for the feelings of professor Athena. He remembered that in the original story, Professor Athena was trapped because her mind was controlled. Her weak mental condition made her easy to control. Therefore, Sirius thought of emphasizing his existence to professor Athena. According to him, feelings like love can make the mentality against negativity strong.

Even though it sounded bad, like making the professor fall in love with him for a certain purpose. However, Sirius did not think too much about it. Because that might be the only way to save Professor Athena.

The next day, Sirius immediately prepared to head to the town hall, visiting the carnival with Professor Athena. Today, the academy was on vacation and the students were free to go anywhere. To be honest, Sirius did not think about the possibility of meeting other students at the carnival. All he thought about was his destination.

When he almost arrived at the town hall, Sirius saw professor Athena already waiting for him.

"You're quite early, professor. Sorry, was I the one who was too slow?"

Sirius asked. Actually, it was still 9:30, which meant there were still 30 minutes left from the promised time. Therefore, Sirius was a little surprised that professor Athena was already here.

"N-no. I just arrived too." Professor Athena replied nervously.

For Sirius, it was rare to see a professor wearing her casual clothes.

"You're very suitable in that outfit, professor."

Said Sirius, who was trying to praise her. Inside Sirius, he wanted to say that the professor was very beautiful. But he decided against it. There was no need to be so explicit in the beginning, he thought.

"H-hu?... T-thank you."

Professor Athena's face turned red again, she did not expect that Sirius would talk about her clothes.

Smiling, Sirius invited Professor Athena to leave immediately. They immediately headed to where the carnival was.

"Wow... I didn't expect it to be this crowded." Professor Athena said.

Carnival in the capital has been famous by many people since long ago, this is because there are so many things to do here. There is even a martial arts tournament. Sirius also intended to enjoy the spectacle of the martial arts tournament with professor Athena, he had secretly arranged it.

Sirius looked at Professor Athena's overjoyed face. She was like a child who was invited to have fun for the first time.

"Let's do everything you want today, professor. Let's have fun."

"Yes! Ah, Sirius. Shall we get something to eat first? I'm a bit hungry."

"Sure. What would you like to eat, professor?"

"Hmm, that looks delicious! Let's go there."

"Okay."

"Ah, this is so good! What do you think Sirius?"

"Yes, I think it's very good. This is my first time eating it."

The two of them tried everything at the carnival, having fun all day.

At that moment, Professor Athena felt something different in her heart. She felt happy with Sirius. However, since she had never felt that way before so she didn't know what she was feeling.

"Professor, there is a tournament here that will start soon. I've reserved a seat, want to watch it?" Sirius asked.

"Yes, I would like to. The martial arts tournament is... It must be exciting, I've never watched it before." Professor Athena replied.

Soon after, they went to watch the tournament. Sirius, enjoyed the tournament. There was one participant who caught Sirius' attention. She was a girl with two swords. The large sword was very striking, and what was even more surprising was that the person carrying it was a girl.

"This is really great. Everyone is so strong, it's so thrilling." Professor Athena said with a big smile.

"Yes. Especially that person, the girl using the two big swords. Her movements are very fluid and agile with such large swords."

"Ah, that's right! I've been watching her too. If it were me, I definitely wouldn't be able to lift one of her swords..."

"Hahaha, you also have a prowess that only you have, professor."

"That's right." Professor Athena smiled.

After that, the tournament was over. It also signifies that it's at the end of the day. Sirius and professor Athena exited the arena and walked back.

"It seems like today is enough, professor. Did you have fun?" Sirius asked.

"Yeah. I haven't had this much fun in a long time. All because of you, thank you Sirius."

Professor Athena smiled, very beautifully. Her face was so soft and beautiful like morning dew. Sirius, unexpectedly became nervous in front of her now. However, Sirius still tried to hide his nervousness.

"It's good that you're having fun. I'm also grateful to you, professor. For accompanying me. If you don't mind, we'll have fun again sometime."

"Of course. I'm really looking forward to it!"

After that, Sirius and Professor Athena continued to talk during the journey home. Until they finally arrived at the academy grounds. They separated from each other and waved goodbye.

Sirius, returned to his dorm room and lay down.

"Rurie."

"Yes, Sirius-sama."

"Next time, let's go with me for fun. Not in the shape of a necklace, but in your true form."

"Ah- hehe... Yes! I will, Sirius-sama."

Sirius smiled, and before he knew it, he fell asleep while lying down.

The next day, Sirius was in shock and disbelief. He did not understand what had happened.

Because,

Professor Athena had disappeared.