— — — — — — —
"Huh? Is someone cosplaying in that classroom?"
At Shuchiin Academy, a blonde girl dressed like a gyaru looked on curiously.
"Ah... they're gone."
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Supernatural Research Club
Lynn retracted his wings.
Impersonating the Governor of the Fallen Angels...Kinda interesting, but not really.
What mattered most was the growth of his peerage.
The zombies in their base in the 'Apocalypse World' were nearly wiped out.
If this kept up, his peerage's efficiency in farming experience would only decline.
Maybe it was time to consider changing locations?
Still, no rush. He'd wait for Saeko's report first.
Now that Saeko had reached the Mid-Class Devil level, he had sent her out for solo exploration in further regions.
Hopefully, she'd find something—maybe even a better base for the peerage.
Also, now that she was a Mid-Class Devil, Lynn wasn't sure if zombies still provided her with any experience.
He opened his system panel.
The [Devil's Contract] skill remained completely inactive.
No idea when he'd get access to a second world.
At least, right now, his peerage was thriving. Owning an entire world meant they weren't lacking ordinary resources.
Lynn even had his peerage gather valuable materials and sell them in the main world.
That way, they could at least sustain themselves comfortably.
Even after graduation, none of them would have to resort to getting normal jobs.
Actually... his apartment was starting to feel a little too small.
But Sona had given him a house before, so that was fine.
...
Speaking of Sona, he couldn't help but think about Rias.
"Come to think of it, Rias really gave me quite the gift this time."
The Flare Gun suited Mahiru perfectly.
The advanced lightning magic? That was Rias' way of testing out Utaha's abilities.
And this time? Just one casual compliment and she handed him such a valuable weapon?
Rias really did consider him a friend.
Thinking about it, Lynn felt it was only right to maintain a good relationship with such a generous friend.
He pulled out his phone and found Rias on his contacts.
[Lynn: "Rias, the gift is perfect. Thanks a lot! I owe you a meal sometime!"]
After putting his phone down, he rubbed his chin.
That should be good enough, right?
Just then, his phone buzzed.
At first, he thought it was Rias, but it turned out to be a message from the 'Lynn's Harem familia Chat Group.'
[The Traditional Woman of the Busujima Family: "Master, during my exploration, I found a woman who claims to be Takagi Saya's mother."]
[The Traditional Woman of the Busujima Family: Image.jpg]
Lynn clicked on the picture.
A mature woman with long purple hair and an elegant demeanor appeared on screen.
Though, she looked completely exhausted.
[Drill Twin-Tail Girl: !!!]
[Drill Twin-Tail Girl: That's my mom!!]
Lynn's expression turned a little odd.
"Well, damn... it really is her."
If he remembered correctly, Takagi Yuriko was supposed to have a temporary safe zone.
Thinking it over, he sent a message in the chat.
[Sigma Man: What's her situation?]
[Traditional Woman of the Busujima Family: By the time I found her, she was exhausted and about to be surrounded by zombies. I saved her.]
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Apocalypse World
Takagi Saya anxiously stared at the chat messages.
[Sigma Man: In that case, bring her back.]
"Mmm!"
Takagi Saya covered her mouth as tears streamed down her face.
Mom was safe!
— — —
Meanwhile, at Kuoh Academy
Sona sat in silence, staring at Rias.
Rias, holding her phone, stiffened. She awkwardly brushed a strand of hair behind her ear.
She had left her phone on the table, so when Lynn's message came in, Sona saw it.
And now, this atmosphere...
Sona spoke in a low, almost ghostly voice. "Since when... did you two get so close?"
Dinner? Nah!
That was a date invitation!! Yep!
And what's this about a gift?!
Did Rias secretly give Lynn a present behind her back?!
"Ahaha... it's just a small thing, nothing worth mentioning."
Yes, the powerful Flare Gun was now nothing worth mentioning.
Rias composed herself and explained, "I've been helping Lynn out a little lately, so it makes sense for him to treat me to a meal, right?"
She carefully observed Sona's reaction.
Seeing that she wasn't overreacting, Rias sighed in relief.
Then, she solemnly declared, "Don't worry, Sona. He's yourfiancé. There's no way I'd make a move on him!"
Hearing Rias' assurance, Sona felt a strange sense of relief.
She had no idea why, but she did.
Still...She had overlooked something.
Ever since that first awkward encounter, Sona had been avoiding Lynn.
Even when she wanted to give him something, she did it through Rias.
And now? Rias and Lynn had grown closer than ever.
But wasn't she the fiancée?!
This couldn't go on!
Bottom line—
Seeing Rias getting along with Lynn so well made her feel uncomfortable.
Sona knew she needed to make a change!
— — —
Apocalypse World.
"It's an honor to meet you, Lord Lynn. My daughter has been in your care these past days."
Lynn's expression turned strange.
This mother and daughter... really had a knack for kneeling.
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