I Have been Reincarnated As a Lazy, Arrogant Noble, but When I Destroyed The Scenario Through Effort, I Became The Most Powerful With Extraordinary Magical Power - 41

041 – Shari and Alan’s Summer Vacation

“It’s hot…”

I love summer, but it’s harsh.

I’ve heard that up north in Yusei, even during this season, it’s comfortable, so I’d like to go there someday.

During the Esterm festival, the capital was bustling with more people than usual.

Everyone had a face that said it was too hot, but underneath, they were all smiling.

At this time, many unfamiliar faces are also seen, probably returning to their hometowns like us.

Most of them are families, and it’s sometimes called the “happy period.”

I stopped in front of the door with “Palmia Temple” written on it.

Next to it is the Palmia Orphanage.

When I knocked on the door, the usual smile greeted me.

“Oh, Shari, you came today too.”

The one smiling affectionately is Emma-san, a priestess here and the founder of the orphanage.

She is like Alan’s second mother, and I also love her.

She is gentle with children and values fairness above all else.

Her personality is one of the best I have encountered so far.

“How’s Alan doing?”

“He’s finally back to his usual self. It took him a while.”

“In that case, he’s in the usual… training place, right?”

“Yes, he’s been there since this morning.”

The temple interior has chairs arranged at regular intervals, and the ceiling and wall windows are stained glass.

There are paintings of knights and gods, and at the center is a statue of the goddess. Numerous candles are placed on the front desk.

I like this place. The main reason is…

“Hey, Shari big sister! Let’s play!”

“Later, okay?”

“Ugh, Alan’s just doing his ‘training’ all the time, it’s boring.”

It’s because of the children’s smiles.

There’s a door at the back of the temple that leads to the courtyard.

It’s open like a plaza, and it becomes a playground for children during lunchtime.

However, in the morning, it becomes his exclusive training ground.

“Hah! Take that! Haah!”

He swung his sword vigorously, fighting an imaginary enemy.

He’s already quite strong, so who does he want to beat even more?

…Is it still Weiss?

“Alan, good morning. Here, breakfast.”

“Huh? Th-thank you…”

I threw a fruit at Alan. It’s a mini melomelon, his favorite.

“Thanks, I haven’t eaten anything since morning.”

“I thought so. If you don’t eat, your muscles won’t grow, and you’ll get scolded by Duke again.”

“I got carried away…”

“Well, at least you look better now.”

“Thanks… I can’t keep moping forever.”

“Well, people make mistakes… I’ve been through that too. What’s important is…”

“Hey, Shari, do you think Weiss knew everything from the beginning? About Tucker?”

“There’s no way he knew from the start. You’re worrying too much, Alan. Well, Weiss is smart, so maybe he sensed something odd.”

“I see…”

Weiss wasn’t as rumors painted him to be.

He cares about his friends and is… kind.

He’s observant of others and works hard.

I was wrong.

He is a very sincere person.

But at the same time, I have concerns.

Why is Weiss trying so hard to become so strong?

I feel like he’s fighting something invisible…

“Aaaahhhhhhhhh!”

Suddenly, Alan started shouting into the sky.

Without knowing what’s going on, I looked at him, and he smiled.

“W-What’s wrong?”

“I feel refreshed… I’m thinking about what I can do. Thanks, Shari.”

“Hahaha. That’s… nice. Aaaaaaaahhhhh!”

“Sh-Shari!?”

“I feel refreshed too!”

Ever since the day Weiss saved my life, my mind has been a mess.

My life wasn’t a lie, but I couldn’t make sense of it.

Without Weiss, I would undoubtedly be dead.

The life I have now is only possible because of him.

I didn’t know how to repay this debt.

But, worrying about it won’t change anything.

I need to move forward as well.

“By the way, today Duke said he’s going to play with Karta-san to find out the secret of Weiss’s strength.”

“Haha, that’s so typical of Duke. We should learn from his straightforwardness.”

“He’s already too straightforward as a pair, Alan could use a bit more twist.”

“I wonder… You might be right. He might be as stubborn as Weiss.”

“Well, I don’t really know myself…”

The story of Alan and Weiss defeating a dragon has become a rumor around the academy.

But most people seem to think it’s a lie.

There’s no way they could do that. But I know.

Together, the two of them can turn the impossible into possible.

“Speaking of which… How’s your body? The… side effects…”

“I’m fine. So far, there have been no issues, and I’m trying to use my Gift ability as little as possible.”

“Don’t overexert yourself.”

“I wonder? I might overexert myself.”

“Fool.”

“Ehehe.”

An innocent smile, just like always.

Maybe he resembles Weiss a little bit.

…Just a feeling.

Alright! I need to learn from them too.

“Huh, Shari, what are you doing? W-Why are you taking off your clothes!?”

“If I don’t change, I’ll get all sweaty, so I’m changing.”

“Why here!?”

“Are you embarrassed now? You’ve seen me naked here a few times before.”

“T-That’s different!”

I was planning on taking it easy today, but I changed my mind.

I can’t lose either.

“Wait, still!?”

“You can open your eyes now.”

“Huh… What’s with that wooden sword? Did you bring it from the academy, Shari?”

“I don’t want to be seen as just the defense specialist with magic reinforcement. I’m tired of being a burden.”

“…I see. Alright, let’s do this, Shari! No holding back!”

“I’ll hold back a little. But not too much.”

“That’s a difficult request… Well, let’s do our best. We have to surpass Weiss. Our ideals are even more challenging.”

“You’re right. We might end up making him laugh again.”

Weiss Fancent.

The infamous and well-known noble.

Lazy, using his innate talents and power to do whatever he pleases.

But that was a mistake.

He is hardworking, strong, and has a straightforward heart.

As Alan said, I will do my best to not lose to him or Alan.

I won’t just talk about ideals; I’ll give weight to my words. And strive to stay on the right path.

“Alright… Alan, come at me.”

“That’s Weiss’s impression, isn’t it?”

“You caught that? Do I look stronger like this?”

“Come on, Shari.”

“Ah, you’re good at that.”

That’s my new goal.