After the semi-finals, Rose and I were on our way to the infirmary to treat the wounds we sustained during the match.

　Rose was walking unsteadily.
　I was walking slowly next to her, matching her walking speed.

　Then

"......

　Suddenly, Rose, who had wobbled a lot, came swaying towards me.

"Are you okay?

　I hurriedly helped her to her feet.

I'm not sure what to say. It's just that I used the scarlet cherry beyond its duration,........ I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　Rose said, and began to walk slowly again.

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.

Well, ....... So let's walk a little slower.

"Yeah, thanks, .......

　Then, for a while.
　The two of us walked down the hallway in silence for a while.

"It's ...... frustrating. I couldn't win again. ......

　Rose muttered in a low voice.

...... If we do it again, who knows what will happen this time?

　This time I happened to win, but you never know what will happen next time.

...... Allen is really sweet. But ...... I know the difference in power. I'm sorry, but I still can't beat you. ......

　She shook her head quietly as she said this.

But I'll train harder and harder and one day I'll definitely beat you. So ...... will you fight me again sometime?

"Yes, of course. I promise.

Well, thank you .......

　Rose smiled gently.

"Oh, .......

　It's not the dignified smile she usually has, but a soft, warm smile.
　This is a great way to make sure you are getting the most out of your time with your family.

When I got to the infirmary.

　When I got to the front of the infirmary, I knocked on the door.

"Come in.

　A young woman's voice answered, so I said, "Excuse me," and opened the door.

Welcome. I wonder if you were also injured in the One Year War?

　The infirmary doctor looked at Rose and me quickly and said, "Yes, please.

"Yes, please.

"Hmm, you've been busy today, .......

　She shrugged her shoulders and stood up, stopping her paperwork.

I'll be back later, so you can take care of Rose first.

"Yeah, okay. --Okay, Rose. I'm sorry, but could you come with me, please?

Yes, ma'am. ...... Thanks, Allen.

Don't worry about it.

　Rose then followed the doctor to the back of the infirmary, where the beds were.

You stay there. Don't come in here by mistake, okay?

　The teacher said briefly, and made a partition with a white curtain.

Now, ......, I'm going to sterilize you, so take off your clothes.

Yes.

　I heard their voices coming from behind the curtain.

　And then.

"......

　The angle of the light was wrong, but Rose's silhouette was clearly visible through the curtain.
　I reflexively turned away and put my hand on my chest, which was beating loudly.

(It's okay. ....... It's safe to say that I haven't taken my clothes off yet,.......)

　After that, you can hear the sound of clothing rubbing, and spend a somewhat uncomfortable time.

".......

　I heard a sharp, short exhale.

It's going to sting a little, but be patient. If you don't treat it properly, it will heal slowly.

　A few moments later, the curtain was opened and the doctor came back in.

　Rose was sitting on the bed with her arms and legs bandaged and her body upright.
　At first glance, there seemed to be nothing wrong.

Doctor, how is Rose doing?

"There were a lot of lacerations. ....... None of them are deep, so nothing serious. Her general fatigue is ...... probably due to her reckless use of her soul gear.　I'm sure you'll feel better as soon as you rest.

So, thank you.

　I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one.



"Okay, you're next. I'm going to disinfect you, so take off your clothes.

　She said and began to prepare a brown bottle labeled "Disinfectant" and a cotton cloth.

Okay.

　I did as I was told and took off my top uniform.

"...... What?

　I finally realized what had happened to my body.

　There wasn't a single scar on my body, which should have been there.

(Speaking of which, ....... (Speaking of which, the dull ache I had at the end of the game has disappeared before I knew it: ......)

　When I was touching myself, the teacher saw it and tilted her head curiously.

I'm sure you've heard of it.　I thought you were injured?

Yes, I was. ....... I was supposed to, but .......

　I must have gotten a lot of wounds in my fight with Rose.

　But the reality is that there is not even a single laceration on my body.

It's weird. ....... The blood on my clothes is still damp. ....... Just in case you were wondering, this is ...... your blood, isn't it?

　The teacher asked this as she touched the bloodstained uniform from the inside.

Yes, I'm sure.

"Hmmm ....... I'm not sure if you can use a restorative soul wear?

No, no ........ I haven't manifested my ...... soul armor yet. ......

So. I'm sure you'll be able to find something that works for you. ...... The human body is still full of wonders.

　I'm not sure what to make of it.

　But I had an idea about this strange phenomenon. 　

(Could it be that he cured me? ......?)

　It was during the Great 5th Holy Festival.

　I was supposed to have been mortally wounded in the fight to the death with Shidou-san, but .......
　I'm not sure if you've heard of it or not.

(...... No, thinking about it here and now won't get you anywhere.

　Fortunately, he's not that quiet.
　Fortunately, he's not that quiet. I'll ask him again when I'm in soul-dressing class.

(Now, I'm also curious about how the match between Leah and Tessa went: ....... I'll be back soon.

　As I put on my uniform again, I decided to say a few words to Rose before going back to the underground training ground.

Rose, I'd better get back.

Okay.

I'll see you later.

　And so, as he turned to head back to the stage of the One Year War.

"Hey, Allen.

　Rose grabbed my right hand gently.

"Hey, what's up?

"...... I want you to win. ...... I don't want anyone else to beat me.

"Hmm. Yeah, okay. I'll win, I promise!

　I thought, "That's very Rose.

I'll see you later.

"Yeah, good luck.

　I shook Rose's hand gently and left the infirmary.




....... I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that. I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.　I think you might be my type. ......

You can't let a teacher touch a student,.......

I don't know.

　In the underground training grounds, the battle between Leah and Tessa was entering its final phase.

"Zantetsu-ryu-deokugi-zantetsu!

"Haou-ryu - Gougeki!

　The two swords clashed fiercely.

"Ggh, noooooo, ......?

"Haaaaahhh!

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not, but it's a good idea.

I'm not sure what to say.

　This is the first time I've ever seen such a thing.

　The sword slipped from his hand with a clank.
　There was no hope of continuing the fight.

"The winner, Leah-Vesteria!　But it was overwhelming!　It was truly overwhelming!

　As the student announcer announced the victory, there were loud cheers of praise for Leah.

　And mixed in with that.

"Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa!　Tessa!

"d*mn it, ....... That was a good game, .......



"d*mn, ......, nice fight, ....... You were a real man, you know that?

　A number of low tones asserted their presence from a section of the audience.

　Apparently, Tessa is loved by the senior members of the judo club.

"Now, whether you cry or laugh, this is the last of the One Year War!　We will now begin the final match between Allen-Roddle and Leah-Vesteria!

　In the midst of the tremendous cheering and shouting, Leah and I looked at each other quietly.

I've missed .......

"Yeah, it's been four months ........ I'm not sure how long it's been. ......

　The day I entered the Thousand blade Academy, Leah and I crossed swords in this great underground training ground.

(Really ...... many things have happened ......)

　I'm not sure what to make of it.
　Life as a Mage Apprentice.
　The incident at the Daidoushou Festival.
　The summer camp organized by the student council.
　The establishment of the swinging club and the club fee war.
　Three battles in the Kingdom of Vestellia.

　My life as a student began with living with Leah, and every day was filled with turmoil.

Allen. I'm sorry, but I'm not going to let you win this time.

I'm sorry, but I can't afford to lose too. ......

　And so, as our conversation came to a close.

I'm sorry, but I can't lose either.　The final match is about to begin!

　The start of the match was announced.

　I slowly drew my sword and took a Seigan stance.

　Lia, on the other hand, thrusts her right hand forward.

　At that moment.

"Invade - Fafnir!

　A beautiful black and white sword appeared, tearing through the empty space.

"Come on, let's go, Allen!

"Come on, Ria!

　And so the final battle of the One Year War began.