After receiving my real chocolate from Lilim and Ferris, I went to my seat as if nothing had happened.

　Then, the next moment

"Hey, wait a minute!

　They shouted at the same time and grabbed me firmly by the shoulders.

"Yes, what is it?

The two pure-hearted maidens are bravely handing over their real chocolates!　I'm sure you'll be able to find something that works for you.

I'm not sure what to say.　I'm not sure what to do.

This is a great way to make sure you are getting the most out of your money.

I'm not sure what to say. I'm not sure what to do.

It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for. I'm sure you'll be able to figure out how to do it.

You're right, Lilim, but ......!

　The two of them shouted in protest, their voices trembling.

"The proof is right here.

　You'll be able to find a lot more information on the web.
　Then I opened the white box that lay there.

"There it is.

　As I had expected, there was a very small hidden camera in there.

"That's ridiculous. ......?

How did you know it was there?　I want you to explain it to me in detail. ......

"It's nothing to explain. I just know a little bit about hidden cameras, that's all.

　In card games such as poker and blackjack, being caught with your cards in your hand is an instant defeat.
　That's why I've been learning a lot from old man Take, such as where hidden cameras are likely to be installed and how to recognize them.

"Gosh, as expected of Mr. Allen: ....... You've got an ironclad defense, as usual. ......

The hidden camera that I had ordered was blown out of the water. ......

　I'm sure you'll be able to understand why.

(They were probably planning to have some fun by recording my reaction to receiving my real life chocolate. ......)

　Unfortunately, I don't fall for cheap tricks like that.

(But this one is a little more vicious. ......)

　(But this one's a little vicious. ) I think it's best to give them a little warning so that their "prank" doesn't get any more heated than it already is.

　I decided that, so I cleared my throat to get their attention.

But you got some 'good' shots.

"...... good stuff?

Yes. I'm not sure what to make of it. I think this has a lot of value.

"......!

　At that moment, both of their expressions turned pale.

　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.
　Ferris is a downer kind of beautiful girl with dark blue hair that hides her right eye.
　Although their lineage is different, there is no doubt that they are beautiful girls.

　This is a rare video of the two of them handing over their real chocolates while turning red in the face.
　The demand for such a video would be tremendous.

"Oh, Mr. Allen ......?　What the heck are you thinking with that evil look on your face, ......?

I'm sure you'll be able to understand what I'm talking about.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

I'm sure you're right. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for, and how you can use it. I'm trying to figure out how to put it to good use.

　With a deliberately distressed expression and gesture, he presented the two possibilities.

　Of course, I have no intention of doing such a terrible thing.
　This was a little mean to encourage the girls to reflect on what they had done a little too much.

　Then.

"What a cruel thing to think ....... Are you still human?

"Oh, demon, demon, Allen!

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

(No, the last word "Allen" is not a swear word. ......)

　(No, the 'Allen' at the end is not a swear word, it's .) I replied with a serious expression while making a mental comment.

I replied with a serious look on my face, "Hidden footage like this can be misused in any number of ways. Do you understand that?

"Well, that's ....... ....... ...... Sorry about that. I guess I was a little too naughty this time. ......

I'm sorry. Please have mercy on me. ......

　This is a great way to get the most out of your business.

I'm not sure what to say. I'm sure you'll agree.

　I'm sure you'll agree.

"Oh, Mr. Allen, you are such a ......!

"Well, thank you, but ......!

　The two men patted their chests and thanked each other.

　After lightly dealing with the pranks of the seniors, the regular meeting, or "lunch meeting," finally begins.

　However, this time, which should normally be fun, was filled with a heavy atmosphere today.



　First of all, the mood-maker, Leah, has gone silent.

(What's wrong with her? ....... When we arrived at school together this morning, she was as usual. ......)

　Around morning homeroom, she suddenly lost her energy.

　And the chairman is still acting strange.
　He kept glancing at her and then looking away the moment their eyes met, an incredibly strange behavior.

　Rose, on the other hand, is eating her lunch as usual, without any sign of concern.
　Also, Lilim and Ferris seemed to be enjoying this indescribably delicate atmosphere.

　In such a situation, I tried to talk to everyone in order to make the atmosphere a little better, but .......
　Unfortunately, I could not break the situation with my poor speaking skills.

　After I managed to get through the regular meeting, I made it through the afternoon classes without any problems.

　After school, I finally arrived at the school, and as usual, I devoted myself to the activities of the swinging club.

"Phew, ha, sei!

　As I was swinging my sword comfortably as usual.

(What's ......?)

　( What is it?) As I was swinging my sword with my usual ease, I saw trouble brewing around the main gate.

(...... Let's go there for a while.)

　There's a lot going on these days.
　Maybe the Kuro Organization has invaded again.

　So I show up at the main gate to find a completely unexpected person there.

"What ......?

"Oh, it's Allen.

　He's the one who was struggling with the guards.

"Hey, Idra, ......?

Yeah, long time no see.

　It was Idra Luxmaria, dressed in the pure white uniform of Shirayuri College.