Atelier Tanaka

Book 6: Chapter 5 (1)

Academic City (3rd)

The meeting being held in Academy City that gathered representatives from various countries around the world was originally scheduled to last for only two days. However, due to the sudden attack on the city, the meeting was postponed for a few days. The person in charge of the meeting wished to continue, but the various representatives refused to continue until those responsible for the attack could be found.

Essentially, they were demanding an explanation.

Considering the purpose of the meeting, the ambassadors understand that its possible this attack was related to the Demon Lord and this could be the start of something bigger or just an attempt to delay the Great Holy Kingdom and the rest of the world from joining together. A collective decision was made to find the source as quickly as possible to determine the severity of the situation we were in.

This led to me extending my time here by a few days.

Only a day left, right?

Thats right.

An attack on the city isnt enough to delay the JCs due date for her report.

We only had until tomorrow, so I was working with Edita Sensei on the overall presentation. The JC is supposed to come see us in a little while and we hope to have a rough draft finished by then.

We were seated across from each other with paper spread out on a table in front of us.

Senseis thighs were positioned in the normal way which gave me a nice view of her plump thighs pressed up against each other. I wonder if theres something she wants me to do for her again. Id run through fire if she asked me to.

Goggoru-chan was also with us in her usual position on my bed. Thanks to her spending hours laying there every day, Ive been sleeping peacefully every night. Goggoru-chans scent is strong on the sheets and its helped soothe my broken heart after having my top heroine candidate stolen from me.

By the way, m-may I ask you something?

What is it?

Its something thats been on my mind and I really want to ask you.

Edita Sensei spoke with a hint of nervousness in her voice.

However, she was cut off by a knock at the door.

knock knock knock A sound coming from the door leading to the hallway.

Guha visitor?

Thats what it sounds like.

A horribly timed interruption that left Edita Sensei looking dejected.

Who could it be?

As I wondered this, Goggoru-chan jumped up from the bed. She walked to the door and stood in front of it like a Secret Service agent, reading the mind of the person through the door.

She then told me who was knocking.

Its the Hero of the East and West and Professor Journal.

I see.

I thanked her just the other day for reading a visitor through the door. This time, she took the initiative and did it without me asking. I cant help but love such a loyal pet.

That being said, with Ester-chan, Drill-chan, and the Kimoronge being in the city, it may not be the best idea to do so.

If its someone thats plotting against the FitzClarence family in the Penny Empire, Id happily allow Goggoru-chan to every thought that runs through their mind. Ive even asked her to do so in the past.

However, anyone that I consider a friend or ally, maybe even those that dont quite fall into that category, should be able to keep their thoughts to themselves. I think this is an important line to draw.

Not to mention that freely reading anyones mind will inevitably lead to people hating Goggoru-chan.

A random noble is fine, but not someone like Professor Bus or Pi-chan.

I dont care about anyone else as long as you stay.

Thats not a good way to think, Rocoroco-san.

Also, dont say something so powerful.

I know that shes just desperate for someone to talk to, but if she says stuff like that, I might accidentally fall in love with her. If she keeps it up, Ill end up kidnapping her and running off to have sex with her for the next thirty years.

Oi, w-what the hell is she talking about? Did you say something to her in your mind?

Edita Sensei was curiously glancing back and forth between us.

Ive been worried that something like this may happen which is why I wanted to restrict communication in my mind to only in emergencies or when were alone.

okay.

Thank you.

Sorry, Goggoru-chan.

Remember, if you try to reverse rape me, I wont resist.

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She fell silent and made no attempt to reverse rape me. Today might not be the day, but a busamen like me has to have hope. If I keep bringing it up, I believe that a day will come when it happens. My reward will come.

Are you intentionally leaving me out? Then, should I just leave so you two can have some time alone?

Sorry, thats not at all what I want.

really?

The slightly teary eyed look she gave me added to her charms.

Really. I wasnt being considerate of you.

H-Hmph.

I can guess why the two Heroes and Professor Journal are here.

I encountered the two heroes during the meeting and Im sure they want to know what Im doing here. The Professor and I may not have run into each other in this city, but the Heroes have most likely told Professor Journal that Im here. They must have checked with Professor Bus to find which room Im staying in.

We last met each other on the Dark Continent and havent seen each other since we said goodbye there. Well, to be more accurate, I saw them but they didnt see me. Im sure all of them will have many questions about what Im doing here.

Do you want me to ask them to leave?

No, thats a bad idea. Ill handle them.

I want to maintain a friendly relationship with all three of them.

I declined Senseis offer and walked over to the door.

Just as Goggoru-chan told me,  once I opened the door, I was greeted by the Heroes of the East and West and Professor Journal. They wore the same armour and robes I saw them wearing during the fight yesterday. They also wore their swords at their waist and Professor Journal was holding a staff. Theyre being cautious of me.

Well, I am a strange, flat yellow-faced man with a mysterious background.

Its nice to see you all.

I decided to open with a warm greeting.

I even offered them as pleasant a smile as I could manage.

However, the three of them offered no response at first. They remained silent as they stared at me before the Hero of the West finally spoke,

it really is you.

What is it?

I was told that you were in the city and I wanted to meet with you, Baron Tanaka. I know this is sudden, and I apologize if Im being rude, but I was hoping I could take a few minutes of your time.

Sure. We can do this inside.

I dont want to risk anyone overhearing us, so I invited them inside.

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