Chapter 59 - Chapter 55 - Seaside School 6

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The black drone's eyes glowed, and it attacked me and Honne, who I held in my arms.

(S-Stop! Stop!)

I desperately stopped time. There was no other choice in such a sudden situation.

"......"

"It-It stopped..."

Somehow, I managed to stop time before taking the attack. If I hadn't been in a similar situation during my fight with Rin, I might have been killed. Even with insurance, I certainly didn't want to get hurt. And, most importantly...

"Even if I can rewind time, I can't involve Honne...!"

In my arms, Honne was safely held, frozen with wide eyes. Seeing her, I felt a sense of relief for the time being.

"It's unforgivable enough for a female to defy me, but she dared to scare my Honne..."

I didn't understand why Tabane, who as a woman should have considered me absolute, tried to kill me. But anyway, she tried to harm my adorable Honne.

"Considering her attitude towards Cecilia earlier, that trash woman who tried to hurt my possessions needs to be punished."

But first, I had to move Honne to a safe place. I held Honne and escaped from ground zero.

"A safe place...on second thoughts, next to Chifuyu."

Chifuyu seemed to be important to Tabane, so Honne would be safe next to her. Of course, entrusting Honne to Ichika was never an option from the start. I didn't want Honne anywhere near someone so dirty. She'd be tainted.

After carrying Honne to Chifuyu's side and confirming that everyone else was also in a safe place, I glanced at the still-stopped drones.

"...Normally, I'd think of cool fighting styles or dramatic presentations, but this time, I'll just make them vanish with a cheat."

I used my modification ability, and looking at Tabane's drones, I willed "Blow them away," and then I restarted time.

......Zzz…Zzzzz…Bwoooooom…

The world slowly regained its temporal flow, and the drones, which had been accumulating energy, regained their movement, emitted unpleasant noises, stopped again, and then blew up.

Dooooom!!

"Whoa!!"

"Kyaaah!?"

"What in the world was that!?"

Everyone, who had been frozen in time just moments before, couldn't even comprehend what had happened and covered their faces at the sudden explosion in front of them.

After the shock of the explosion subsided and I confirmed that all the drones had ceased their operations, I slowly walked towards Shinonono Tabane.

"...Amazing! Amazing! You really are amazing, Masakun! As expected, someone Tabane-san admires!"

Whether she knew of my anger or not, Tabane seemed to be deliberately provoking me, expressing joy that made it hard to believe she had just tried to kill me.

(First of all, what's with "Masakun"!? It's unpleasant to be called that by you!)

Everything about this woman in front of me — her attitude, her actions so far — was irritating, but her persistent use of that nickname was the most unpleasant.

"What do you think you're doing, huh?"

There were many things I wanted to say, but if I had to sum it all up, it was this one phrase.

"Ehehe~♪ That's, of course! By killing Masakun, who should be the greatest existence in this world, even superior to Tabane-san, I plan to monopolize him forever!"

"...Huh?"

The culprit in front of me seemed to have completely lost her marbles. She started spouting incomprehensible nonsense.

"Tabane-san is a chosen existence♪ Until now, there was no one superior to Tabane-san, and all of Tabane-san's plans went exactly as intended. But! I never thought that someone even more amazing than Tabane-san would appear! It was an identity collapse~"

"..."

The woman in front of me stared at me, her intended victim, with a dazed look, continuing to babble incomprehensibly. It seemed my modification had worked. ...However, the result of it working was a level of insanity far beyond that of a normal person.

"That's why♪ If Tabane-san turns Masakun into a star, Masakun will live on forever as the greatest in Tabane-san's heart! Yay! V!"

Saying that, the calamity made an out-of-place V-sign and flashed a full smile.

(I never expected her to be this insane...)

However, after listening to all her chaotic excuses, what needed to be done was clear. Punishment.

"But I thought I could get him by concentrating my attacks on his unprotected body before he equipped his IS... Maybe Tabane-san's thinking was still too naive☆ Next time, I'll make sure to turn him into a star for sure☆ Well then, bahaha~i!"

"!!"

After doing whatever she pleased, Tabane vanished in an instant.

I immediately stopped time and looked around. I didn't know what trick she used, but Tabane had moved instantly and was heading towards Ninjin.

"...This is the first punishment. I'll teach that arrogant piece of trash who thought everything would go her way a lesson in reality."

I strongly willed in my mind, breaking that woman's will.

[Prohibit harming me]

[Prohibit calling for help]

[Prohibit escaping from this place]

I set rules to prevent Tabane from getting her way and then resumed time. I'd show her how powerless she was before a god-like ability.

When time resumed, Tabane's body, forbidden from escaping, fell straight down and landed on the sandy beach.

"Oh, huh? That's strange?"

For the first time, a look of panic appeared on Tabane's face as she suddenly couldn't escape. I calmly closed the distance and looked down at Tabane.

Tabane's expression changed to one that seemed to say, 'This is the first time I've ever been cornered and looked down upon.'

"Ah, ah, ahahaha..."

"...Hey, what do you think about the people who became unfortunate because of your selfishness?"

I asked her the question I had always wanted to ask directly. Because of her, I had to live a miserable life. Not only that, but a terrible society where men were oppressed just for being men was born, and many people became unhappy. I would interrogate the culprit about what she thought of it.

"Huh? I've never even thought about that."

"......"

The answer I got was, honestly, exactly what I expected.

I made a fist and swung my arm, filled with an uncontrollable surge of anger.

"I hate you."

Smack!!

"!? Ah...!?"

I slammed my fist into Tabane's cheek, who couldn't escape.

"Ah!? Eh...!? Ah..."

Tabane was sent flying pathetically across the sand, then collapsed there, unconscious.

(......My hand hurts.)

After punching her and taking a deep breath, that was the first thing I thought.

(When you punch someone hard without wearing an IS or using body enhancement, your own hand hurts, huh...)

Even so, to faint from one punch from a man who wasn't used to fighting. It was probably some kind of damage, not physical, but psychological. She was the embodiment of arrogance, so maybe being punched hard by a man was a shock.

(Now, what to do with this trash woman?)

Punching a beautiful woman felt a little bad, but more than that, I wanted to vent my resentment. It didn't feel very satisfying though.

"Kiyono! Are you alright!?"

The first to rush to my side was Houki, clad in Red Tabane. And behind her, everyone else followed. Chifuyu glanced at Tabane's unconscious form and then asked.

"Tabane... is she unconscious?"

Chifuyu cautiously peered at Tabane.

"I-It's an emergency! Orimura-sensei!"

Just as I was wondering what to do next, Maya rushed over in a panic.

"What's wrong!?"

"Y-Yes! During a joint exercise between the American and Israeli forces, the IS under development, Silver Gospel, went out of control and is approaching us!"

"What...!?"

I didn't know anything about a unit called Silver Gospel, but from Maya's explanation, it seemed like a runaway IS was heading our way.

(I see... so this is what caused the chaos in the previous world. And given the timing, it's definitely this one's doing.)

I looked down at the culprit sleeping on the sand and was convinced.

Afterward, Tabane was restrained by Chifuyu, and the training was canceled. An emergency countermeasures headquarters was set up, centered around Chifuyu.

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"...And so, we must stop the Silver Gospel, which is approaching Japan."

Dedicated IS users were gathered in a ryokan room, serving as a command center, and Chifuyu explained the situation. Next to Chifuyu, Tabane was unconscious, securely bound to prevent escape.

"Now, as for how to stop it, Shinonono! I'm sorry to throw you into a real battle suddenly, but your Red Tabane's mobility is necessary."

"M-Me!?"

Houki pointed at herself in surprise at Chifuyu's nomination.

"Yes. Red Tabane's specs allow it to approach the target, and from there, Orimura's Byakushiki will aim for a single fatal blow. Plus, Byakushiki and Red Tabane are well-suited for combined operations."

"Me and... Houki..."

"Orimura, Shinonono, it's a dangerous and makeshift plan, but your strength is needed."

(Well, I guess I'll observe for now. Ichika moving means I can mess with him. And it would be amusing to crush that Tabane's plan right before her eyes.)

For now, I decided to remain silent.

"Alright! I'll do it!"

Ichika, perhaps seeing this as a chance to clear his name, was full of motivation.

The two quickly discussed the plan with Chifuyu, then left the room and departed.

"...Sister."

Just before leaving the room, Houki looked at the bound Tabane and whispered softly.

"I don't know what you're thinking, but... I won't forgive what you just did...!"

Houki said only that and then left the room.

(Chifuyu and Houki are angry for me. That feels good.)

With Tabane's appearance, many things began to move. I decided to wait calmly, with the room that comes from having power.

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"Let's go, Red Tabane."

On the sandy beach, Houki deployed her IS and gazed up at the sky.

"Houki, don't overdo it. I'll protect you."

Ichika was determined to protect Houki and clear his name.

"It's alright. This IS is strong. We can win...!"

Houki also felt exhilarated wielding her newfound power. The enemy was strong, but her and Ichika's IS were compatible. She was confident they could win.

"...Hey, Houki."

"Hm? What is it?"

"No, well... after this battle is over, there's something I want to tell you."

Ichika looked at Houki with a serious expression and said. Houki also sensed that Ichika was seriously facing her.

"...Understood. Then, we need to end this battle safely."

"Ah, yeah!"

The two donned their IS and flew into the sky, heading to intercept the runaway IS, Silver Gospel, that was approaching them.

(...Alright! I said it...! Now, I just have to win, and then confess to Houki!)

Ichika had intended to close the distance with Houki during this summer training camp. He stoked his fighting spirit even more, planning to protect Houki in this battle, win, and then convey his feelings.

'Shinonono, Orimura! You'll encounter the target in 2 minutes. Any problems?'

"Shinonono, no problems here! Ready anytime!"

"Same here!"

Chifuyu's communication came in, signaling that the battle was close, but there was no wavering in Ichika's heart.

'Listen! Don't be reckless! Shinonono will confuse them with speed, and Orimura will deliver a decisive blow. Focus only on making a calm and accurate decision.'

" "Understood!" "

The two braced themselves and headed towards the target. Eventually, an IS clad in silver armor, as its name suggested, seemed to be waiting for them and met them over the sea.

"Is that it...!"

"Here it comes!"

Recognizing the two, the Silver Gospel scattered energy blasts in all directions.

"What!?"

"This level of attack right off the bat!?"

The two barely dodged the dense barrage and closed in.

'Are you two alright!?'

"Shinonono, alright!"

"I'm fine too! But... we need to finish this quickly, that thing is dangerous...!"

"Yeah, Ichika, let's make this a quick battle!"

Seeing the Silver Gospel's attack, they realized a long battle would be disadvantageous and decided on a quick decisive battle using Byakushiki's unique ability.

"I'll create a diversion! Ichika, look for an opening and finish it!"

"Houki! Don't be reckless!"

The two, with coordination born from being childhood friends, decided on their roles and skillfully evaded the attacks.

(As expected of Ichika...! He's grown stronger than before...! He's even reading my thoughts well!)

Houki felt a surge of happiness at their compatibility, watching Ichika's movements.

The Silver Gospel, trying to shoot down the dodging Houki, once again charged energy for a wide-area attack.

"Ichika! Now! It's wide open after that big move!"

"Alright!! Ah!?"

Houki dodged the large attack in front of her and contacted Ichika. Ichika responded, trying to deliver a blow, but suddenly stopped and swung his blade on the spot.

"What!? Ichika!? What are you doing!?"

Houki was indignant at Ichika's halted action and chastised him over the comms. Their precious opportunity had been wasted.

"Houki! A ship! There's a ship on the sea! It'll get caught in the blast at this rate!"

There was a ship behind Ichika. If Ichika hadn't stopped his attack, that ship might have been shot down.

'A ship!? We should have sealed off this area!'

Chifuyu exclaimed in surprise upon hearing Ichika's report.

"Perhaps it's an illegal ship... Ichika! Dealing with this thing is our priority right now! We can't afford to lose while worrying about someone who broke the law!"

"B-But...!"

"!? It's coming again!"

The Silver Gospel began to charge energy for another omnidirectional attack.

(Damn it...! I don't know if I can block it again...! But I can't abandon them...!)

"Ichika!!"

"Ku... Damn it!!"

The Silver Gospel unleashed its energy. Houki barely managed to avoid the attack, but Ichika tried to block it and took the full force of the blow.

"Gah!?"

"Ichika!? Why did you protect those people!?"

Without responding to Houki's pained cry, Ichika fell straight into the sea.

'Orimura!? Hey! Respond! Ichika!'

"Ichi...ka...?"

'Tch! Shinonono! Retreat for now!'

"B-But Ichika is...!"

'I can't lose you too, Shinonono!'

"Ku...! Damn it!"

Houki wanted to save Ichika who had fallen into the sea, but Chifuyu's order forced her to retreat, tearfully.

(Ichika, you idiot...! Why did you disobey orders...? Damn it!)

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"Ku...!"

Ichika seemed to have been shot down, and Chifuyu clenched her teeth in front of me.

(Oh, Ichika-kun, you're too fast. You got shot down even without me doing anything.)

I secretly smirked in my heart upon hearing of Ichika's defeat.

However, it's Ichika we're talking about. A miraculous comeback and reversal are possible from here. This is where I'll make a grand entrance.

"I'm going."

"Kiyono!? W-Wait! It's dangerous!"

"Just leave it. Chifuyu, you stay here and keep an eye on Tabane."

I held back the agitated and worried Chifuyu and prepared my training unit for sortie.

(I'll comfort Houki, who lost because of Ichika, and then I'll defeat the opponent Ichika couldn't. This is getting exciting.)

"Kiyono-sama!"

"Hm?"

As I was imagining my victory fanfare and fantasizing about what would happen afterward, Cecilia and the others approached me with determined faces and took my hand.

"We will go too! We will definitely protect you, Kiyono-sama!"

Having my hand covered by smooth hands and being pressed by their plump IS suits wasn't a bad feeling.

(That's right... Well, it's necessary for them to tell tales of my awesomeness.)

"Understood, come with me!"

"Y-Yes!"

"Leave it to us!"

"I'll do my best!"

"I shall protect Kiyono-sama."

"Kan-chan, please take care of Masakun~"

"Yes... Leave it to me...!"

Unaware of my calculating thoughts, my harem enthusiastically rose to their feet.

"Hey! You all! This isn't training! It's dangerous!"

"...Let them go, Orimura-sensei."

"What!? Even Yamada-sensei...!?"

"It'll be alright with Masaru-kun there. Right?"

Chifuyu tried to stop our reckless sortie, but Maya restrained her and let us go.

(Even without using modification, she sensed my intentions and acted accordingly. As expected of Maya.)

I smiled back at Maya, who smiled gently, believing in me, and then dropped a kiss on her forehead.

"I'm going."

"Yes, be careful."

"O-Oi!"

Maya and Honne saw us off, and we left the ryokan, deployed our IS, and launched.

(Alright! First, I'll comfort Houki, then quickly blow away the enemy, and then I'll have to punish that arrogant rabbit!)

"Let's go, Kiyono-sama!"

Leading Cecilia and the others, we took flight, first aiming to rendezvous with Houki.