Chapter 100

"But... now that we've bought so many things from Japan and brought them here, I guess all that's left is to want to go back as soon as possible. However, everyone has become too accustomed to the daily life in this different world."

"Yeah..."

I haven't heard it directly from Moshin, nor has he said it to my face, but I've heard it through the grapevine. Some of my classmates are suffering from homesickness. Some even suspect that I might be secretly hiding a way to return to Japan. However, after summarizing everyone's opinions and my actions, it seems that the voices have become quieter.

According to other stories, some people want to go home, but the situation where they are needed by others... has become more comfortable than modern Japan. While there is the sadness of not being able to see their families, they are starting to choose the excitement and comfort over the life plan of studying hard in Japan, going to university, and getting a job. It doesn't matter whether my story is true or false; as long as I can bring them the things they want, that's fine.

Well, it's more profitable than working part-time, and the reason is that the world's brand-name accessories are within reach. The intensive training camp was also fun, like a trip...

"Well... I don't know what will happen from now on, but let's try to reach the point where we can choose whether to stay or return, as I discussed with Hagizawa."

"Yeah..."

I look at the mountain of doujinshi and goods and then at Moshin. Moshin scratches his cheek and looks away. Is this what we need to do to return to Japan from this different world? ...The answer is already there, but I can only deceive myself for the mental stability of my classmates and the people of this different world.

"Thank you, Hanahashi! My treasure has increased!"

Blackmoto-san was very excited, received the spoils of Comiket that I bought, and, as promised, gave me a hundred times the purchase cost in points. The magic of 500 yen doujinshi becoming 50,000 yen. With over twenty volumes, is it worth spending over a million points? ...Well, whatever. Everyone has different values.

"Everyone! We'll read and study in turns!"

Don't use the word "study." You're just reading for entertainment. Ah, Ito, who came with me, is starting to do a dogeza again. Ito is pitiful... I feel partly responsible.

"I understand your feelings, so you don't have to... I'm scared of winter."

Winter will probably ask me too. I hope we can return to Japan by then...

"I'm really sorry! If possible... yeah. I want to show results so that I don't have to rely on Hanahashi! I'll challenge Miki with all my might!"

"Alright... just hurry up and do your best."

"Then, Hanahashi, let's go hunting together right away!"

"I'd be happy to go if you invite me like that."

"It will take three days to move. Until then, please work on the country's side."

"Yeah, there are others who want more spoils, so I'll answer the visitors."

By the way, Lamres-san peeked at some of the spoils and was a bit taken aback. Female-oriented doujinshi often have quite risky erotic scenes that aren't rated 18+.

It seems there is a gender difference in this perception even in this different world.

"Are... are the country's knights thinking about this?"

"Should we consult the king about banning homosexuality?"

"Umm..."

Lamres-san and the game-loving knights were all in a dilemma. Blackmoto-san's evil hand was already reaching into the gaming community. It was too late to buy female-oriented games.

Well, let's stop this topic here. Just remember that a certain type of person and a trend emerged. Mainly noble women... there was an episode where those who were skeptical of the different world became allies. Just think that the noble women evolved into otaku.

Some of the noble women participated in events hosted by Blackmoto-san and enjoyed videos of female-oriented games. The money and points they spent were not insignificant, and before they knew it, even the queen was affected...

We might have dominated the country with subculture, but according to Lamres-san, they still maintain a distinction between public and private, so it's not like they've completely lost their judgment. ...I'm still quite worried. I don't think I've ever felt this strongly about the problems caused by the abilities I've been given.

A few days after I gave the doujinshi to my classmates.

"Ta-da! It's complete!"

Hagizawa came out of the room excitedly and announced.

"What? What happened?"

Hagizawa was holding a flask with a liquid inside and had a very mischievous smile. He had been traveling around the country with combat-oriented people, adventurers, and knights, and I thought he had finally returned, but he had been locked in his room, mixing various chemicals. Moreover, he borrowed points from Moshin and said he was going to make a great invention or something... What did he complete?

"Growl?"

Kumako is currently practicing a trick where she rides a ball, balances it on her head, and juggles it. I don't know how much she's into it, but it's Kumako's hobby, so I'm going along with it. Of course, I also go hunting and spar with Ito. Since Ito and the others are on the move, I'm waiting in the workshop. Not at the counter, but in the back of the workshop.

Hearing Hagizawa's words, Kumako stopped practicing and got off the ball. Ah, Lamres-san and the others are still playing games in the corner of the room. The generator is quite noisy.

"What? Did you make something good?"

Moshin asked Hagizawa, who was proudly holding up the medicine. Honestly, I'm getting worried that we might get involved in another strange incident after the last one. But from the look of it, I don't think Hagizawa will ask me for anything strange. He just wants to show off his creation.

"Yeah! I finally achieved a result that is almost equal to my ambition! It's not an exaggeration to say it's just in time."

"Just in time?"

Was there a deadline or something? It feels like he's about to say something not good. He has the same vibe as Blackmoto-san.

"That's right. I've had a reservation for a long time. Even if that went well, it wouldn't mean much if this wasn't completed."

"Hmm... so, what did you make after all?"

Moshin asked Hagizawa, who was dancing with the flask in his hand, with high spirits.

"Don't be so dramatic."

"Hehe, the experiment isn't over yet. Be happy, Hanahashi, this is also a token of my sincerity."

Hagizawa pointed at me. Just that made me very uneasy. Is it because he's targeting me?

"...What are you planning to do?"

Something instinctive is setting off an alarm. I don't want to get involved. He has the same vibe as Blackmoto-san. Should I run away early? Should I escape to Ito's side using the transfer?

Hagizawa, for some reason, squatted down to meet Kumako's eye level.

"Kumako, do you really like Hanahashi?"

"Growl!"

Kumako nodded and barked strongly. It's a bit embarrassing to be nodded at like that. Kumako is really smart. She's popular with everyone, and I haven't heard of her having a bad relationship with anyone. Actually, it's Kumako who has Shii-san wrapped around her finger. There's apparently a Kumako plushie at Shii-san's house.

Anyway, during battles, we call each other partners and fight together. Kumako tends to take the lead in combat, but that hasn't changed even with Ito's recent help. Hagizawa turned his gaze to me.

"Well, it was tough to procure the tears of Nereid."

"Huh? Isn't it a gem or something?"

"No, it's the key material for this medicine. I had to gather a lot of other things too. It cost me three million points in total, and I could only make a few bottles, but I have no regrets!"

Is he crazy!?

What did he make with so many points!? And what does he want Kumako to do!?

"I'm giving Kumako a choice."

Hagizawa showed the liquid in the flask to Kumako.

"If you drink this medicine, Kumako, you can become closer to a human. This is a humanization potion that makes monsters more human-like. What do you think? Do you want to drink it?"