The fifth and sixth periods end.

The subjects were Japanese literature and mathematics. Both were the same as the content I had in my previous life.

However, in my previous world, I attended an all-boys school, and most of the teachers were male.

When it came to female teachers, the school nurse and the ALT teacher were women and incredibly popular with the boys.

However, here, both were beautiful female teachers.
Indeed, it's a feast for the eyes.
Perhaps it's because it's a girls' school, so there are many female teachers.

All classes have finished, so it's time for the closing homeroom.

"--That's all for the announcements. Everyone, please don't cause any trouble, okay? Well then, goodbye!"

Teacher Oniki waves his hand and leaves.

Don't cause trouble... Hmm, as the villain, I'm the one who needs to be most careful.

My second day of school has also ended without incident.

However... it was a more nerve-wracking day than yesterday.

After all, I met the protagonist.

Amagasa Minato.
A kind boy with a refreshing smile and natural consideration for others.
He truly embodies the protagonist, both in appearance and personality.

Even though I'm the villain, I haven't done anything villainous yet... If I continue like this, I think I can build a friendly relationship with Minato-kun.
Besides, there are many girls at this school, so I'd like to have some male friends.

And I also met the new main heroine.

Usano Shizune.
A beautiful girl with a pure appearance and elegant demeanor.
She gives off the impression of a young lady from a good family.
Also, her breasts are large.

Shizune-chan... is quite enigmatic in many ways.
What is she thinking behind that gentle smile...?

I should proceed cautiously to close the distance.

As I was reflecting on this and getting ready to go home...

"I was thinking of having a class get-together, what do you all think...?"

One of the girls in the class spoke up.

There was a moment of silence in the classroom, but then...

"I-Isn't that a good idea?"
"I want to get along with everyone quickly...!"
"It's better to deepen class friendships early on, right?"
"Yeah, yeah, I think interaction between girls and boys is important!"

Following that, many voices of agreement were raised.

A class get-together, huh.
This is also a typical school event.

However, I'm the only boy in Class E.

There are 30 students in the class, so if everyone participates... the gender ratio would be 1:29.

Oh... the gender ratio is indeed bugged.

Well, I think this is only within the school.

"Reito-san, will you participate in the get-together?"

Naoko-chan from the next seat quietly asked me.

It's probably because she needs to keep track of the actions of her assigned boy, as she's in a support role.

Naoko-chan is great for diligently fulfilling her support role.

Personally, I'd like to participate for information gathering and to get to know the girls in the class...

I look at Naoko-chan.

If I participate... it seems like Naoko-chan will also participate.

But if that happens, Naoko-chan will get tired.

She has to be considerate of me so I can fit in even at the get-together, and since she lives in the mansion and works there, she has to take care of me as my personal maid even after returning home...

As expected, it will be too much for Naoko-chan.

I need information to avoid the ruinous route... but I should be considerate of Naoko-chan right now.

"I'll go along with Reito-san..."
"No, I won't participate in the get-together. I'm going straight home today."
"I-Is that so...!"

When I said that, Naoko-chan looked somewhat relieved.

Oh, is Naoko-chan tired?
Perhaps she wants to go back to the mansion early and rest today.

"Eh, I heard Hasumi-kun isn't participating in the get-together..."
"I thought Hasumi-kun had a chance..."
"As expected, Hasumi-kun is wary of girls too, right...?"
"Well, boys never go to gatherings like get-togethers, do they?"
"Just having a boy in the same class is already lucky."
"Hmm, I won't give up. Our cohabitation life has only just begun."

Glancing around, it seems like the girls are all a bit dejected...

Even if the boys don't participate, it probably won't have that much of an impact.
It's just that the number of participants has decreased by one.

If it's a get-together, I think it's better without boys so there's no awkwardness.

The girls leave in a stream.

Naoko-chan and I haven't left our seats yet.

We had a plan yesterday... and decided to leave after most of the classmates had left the classroom.

This reduces the chance of us being seen getting into the same car home, and it prevents our relationship from being suspected.

"Naoko, shall we go home now?"
"Yes, Reito-san."

As we slung our bags over our shoulders and were about to leave the classroom...

Despite it being dismissal time... two students entered Class E's classroom.

"Ah, Reito-kun is still here!"
"That's good, Amagasa-sama."
"Yes!"

It was Minato-kun who appeared.
Beside him was Shizune-chan, likely as his support.

From their conversation, it seems Minato-kun has business with me?

"Minato, what's up?"
"Um, Reito-kun."
"Take your time, okay?"

Minato-kun looked a bit flustered, so I decided to speak to him.

"Um, I was wondering if we could walk to the school gate together... Is that okay?"

Minato-kun tilted his head and looked at me.

Minato-kun... Even though he's the protagonist, he's acting like the biggest heroine right now.

Still, I never expected the protagonist to invite me to walk home together...

It's a school full of girls, maybe he wants to be with another boy?
If so, I can understand that feeling.

"It's not a problem. I was also thinking I wanted to talk with you, Minato."
"Really! Then, let's go home together!"
"Ah, of course."
"Eheheh."

Seeing my firm nod, Minato-kun's cheeks relaxed.

He seems happy that I'm going home with him.
Minato-kun is a good kid.

...No, is it okay to just think of him as a good kid?

In any genre, when the protagonist smiles or makes plans to go home with someone, isn't it usually the heroine?

Wait, is there a possibility that I'm the heroine?

Nah, that's impossible, right? Hahaha...

I'm starting to have strange thoughts, so I'll try to think about something else... As I shift my gaze, I see Shizune-chan and Naoko-chan talking.

"Since Amagasa-sama and Hasumi-sama are going home together, we'll be going home together for a while too, Naoko-sama. I would be happy if you would talk with me for a bit."
"I also wanted to talk more with Shizune-san, so please!"
"Fufu, thank you, Naoko-sama."
"The pleasure is all mine!"

Shizune-chan and Naoko-chan laugh together.

This is the first meeting between the heroines, but... for now, the atmosphere is heartwarming.

Will there be a heroine race from now on?
I hope their relationship doesn't become strained.

If that's the case, depending on which heroine Minato-kun chooses, could it lead to my ruinous route?

I can't help but stare at Minato-kun.

"? Reito-kun, what's wrong?"
"No, it's nothing."

Well, if Minato-kun chooses a good girl as his heroine, both of them will be happy.

As the villain, I have no intention of getting in the way of that.

In other words, Minato-kun is definitely on the happy ending route.

On the other hand, I, the villain, need to choose my own path as well.

"..."
"? Naoko-sama, what's wrong?"
"N-No. It's nothing!"

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"Haa, we're already leaving the school gate..."

Minato-kun mutters with a hint of reluctance.

"What's wrong, Minato? Are you sad to be apart from me?"
"Yes."

I said it jokingly, but Minato-kun nodded seriously.

"Oh, right... I see. Well, let's save what we couldn't talk about for tomorrow, okay?"
"Yes, let's do that!"

After that, Minato-kun and Shizune-chan left in their respective cars, presumably their pickups.

"They both seem like good kids."
"Yes, Reito-sama."

Naoko-chan and I proceed towards the quiet, deserted alley where we got out of the car this morning.

"Reito-sama."
"Hm? What is it?"

I was a little surprised that she went back to calling me that... but I guess it's okay to go back to it now.

"Reito-sama, are your preferences... people like Amagasa-san?"
"Huh? Well, I think Minato is a good kid... but, preferences?"
"Yes. Is Amagasa-san to Reito-sama's liking?"
"No, I'd like to be friends with him, but..."
"A relationship beyond that...?"

A relationship beyond that...?

And why is Naoko-chan pressing me like this?

Did I mess something up?

I'm not some kind of oblivious protagonist...

"Naoko, what's suddenly wrong?"
"N-No, well... I'm sorry for asking so suddenly. I thought Reito-sama was getting along with Amagasa-san quickly... I'm not at all."
"? Well, we're both guys. Maybe it's easier to talk to each other?"
"Th-That's right. It's easier to interact with someone of the same gender, isn't it?"
"Yeah."

When I said that, Naoko-chan lowered her head slightly.

Hm? I don't know what Naoko-chan's intention was with that question...

"Besides Minato, I also want to get along with the girls in the class and... with you, Naoko."

This is not only to avoid the ruinous route, but also my true feelings.

For that, I need to raise Naoko-chan's favorability!

"Th-That's right. I also..."
"Hm?"

Is Naoko-chan's cheek a little red...?

"I also want to... get along with Reito-sama!"
"!!"

I couldn't help but widen my eyes at her words.

Did Naoko-chan just say she wants to get along with me?

It's not a mistake, is it? She said it, right?

Naoko-chan should dislike me, or at least feel a sense of discomfort around me.

Even when we first met, she seemed to avoid talking to me...

And yet, Naoko-chan said she wants to get along with me.

Does that mean Naoko-chan's favorability has increased?

Why... how?

◇ Brief Character Introduction ◇

Usano Shizune

Silky chestnut hair and a large bust.
A beautiful girl who combines loveliness and purity without question.
However, she is a person of many mysteries.

While she seems accustomed to interacting with men, she is often surprised by Reito's unthinking words and actions.
Also, it seems she has met Reito before...