“Chapter 326: Decision”

    It’s been three days since I returned to Bay Road.

    I’ve done nothing but lay in my bed and rest. Rudra and Feria insisted I needed to rest my body and mind after these stressful months.

    Raksha and Roar took over the work while I was away so that I would be able to relax if I came back.

    – Good morning, Master. (Mike)

    – Hey. (Mumuruu)

    – Did you get some rest? (Akane)

    – I couldn’t really fall asleep. (Takaya)

    All three of them had been given special permission to safeguard me in case Nayuta decided to suddenly appear.

    – Hey… I have a favor-

    – No. (Mike)

    – No way. (Mumuruu)

    – Rejected. (Akane)

    – Come on. It’s been three days already…

    I was fully expecting to never be able to use my powers again after forcing myself to recreate Moonflower not once but twice.

    My Level must have increased by a lot during my stay at the whale because after a day of rest I was back to normal.

    – No is no. Even if you feel fine you need to keep resting. Give it one or two months before you go back to work.

    – One or two months…

    Everyone here knew about my situation, but they still insisted on me spending time here.

    I only have four more days left.

    – You don’t have to worry. Even if those two come to take you away from us, we’ll protect you. (Mike)

    – Tilchina-sama has arranged for every single high-ranked demon, including herself, to be ready to jump into action at a moment’s notice should you need help. (Mumuruu)

    – The sages, the Thundercloud crew, everyone from the Royal Capital, they’re all guarding you with their best efforts. There’s nothing to worry about. Just rest. (Akane)

    – …That means absolutely nothing. (Takaya)

    Even if every single warrior in this world tried to defy those two, it would be impossible.

    Nayuta’s ability is a cheat. We can’t win.

    Kouya and I found out that her ability had a slightly lesser effect on us since we’re not from this world, but even then Kouya was quickly overwhelmed as if he was a mere insect.

    – I’ve been thinking nonstop for the past few days. I’ve reached the conclusion that it’s impossible for us to win.

    Horribly gruesome images flashed in my mind whenever I imagined what would happen if I refused Nayuta’s invitation.

    – I’m glad that you’re all worried about me. I’d like to stay here forever. But…

    – … (M/M/A)

    – …I’m sorry.

    I wanted to be as positive as possible, but it was pointless.

    – Knock Knock –

    – Ahh, who’s interrupting? (Akane)

    – I’ll check. (Takaya)

    Leaving the three of them to continue with their chores, I went to open the door.

    – Who is it?

    – Hey, good morning. Do you have some time?

    – Meirir-san!?

    Standing there with a heartbroken smile was my first ever companion in this world.