I Was Reincarnated As An Instructor In An R18 Game... - Chapter 18

The next day, after arriving at work and spending a little time there, I head to the headmaster’s office.

This academy, when viewed from the outside, has the appearance of a fortress.

The building is three stories with two towering spires, and it’s said in rumors that one of them is the headmaster’s residence… or so it’s said.

The headmaster’s office is at the very end of the third floor, in a room at the dead end.

Standing in front of the door, I knock a few times lightly and then speak.

“This is Reid.”

“You may enter.”

I used polite language because I wasn’t sure who was watching, and I thought I should keep up appearances.

After hearing the response, I enter and close the door.

At that moment, Croana wrapped her arms around my neck.

I was a little surprised, but I lightly embraced her back and enjoyed the feeling of Croana’s chest pressed against my own.

Croana’s shiny black hair gives off the scent of books.

However, it’s not the smell of dust. It’s, how should I say, a nostalgic scent.

It’s different from Niimi’s scent, a comforting fragrance that brings back memories of my childhood.

So, even though I thought it was different, I asked Croana while still holding her.

“Croana… I know this might sound foolish, but can I ask you something?”

“What is it?”

“…Um, have we met somewhere before? I smelt a nostalgic scent that made me want to never let go.”

“You…?”

She pulled her face away from my neck and looked at me with a troubled smile.

Is Croana using magic? Even though she’s moved away from my neck, I don’t feel any weight in my arms.

…Could it be that she’s floating again?

She gave me a light kiss that only touched my lips, tilted her head, and smiled gently.

“Why do you say such things that make me feel so fond of you?”

“No, it’s just that it’s really nostalgic…”

“…I’ve been living here in the royal capital since I was 14. It wouldn’t be odd if we had crossed paths.”

“Didn’t you say you don’t go out much?”

Croana laughed with a joyful chuckle and pointed to the nearby sofa.

I moved to the sofa, sat down, placed Croana on my lap, and she straddled me, facing me.

She wraps both hands around my neck and starts talking.

When Croana was 13, she had a talent for magic and magic item crafting that was superior to those around her.

As a result, she mastered magic like invisibility spells and disguise magic.

It was scary for her to go outside without using magic, but it seems she didn’t avoid going out altogether.

..I really want to know, who was it that called her ugly?

Croana, seeing my expression, gently narrows her eyes and speaks while gently stroking my cheek.

“It takes courage to talk about it, you know? To face oneself. So, please wait a little longer?”

“…I’m sorry.”

“No, it’s fine. By the way, I called you here today to give you this.”

She takes out a key and hands it to me.

It looks like an ordinary golden key, but since Croana is involved… it must be a special key.

Perhaps it was amusing to her that I was staring at the key so intently, as she chuckled softly and explained.

“That is the key to my home. I’ll invite you on the next school holiday… no, I want you to come.”

The way she looked so embarrassed was adorable, so I pulled her closer and kissed her deeply.

I savor Croana’s small lips for a little longer, then pull away.

I made Croana, with her dazed expression, sit beside me.

I reply that I’ll definitely go, then leave the headmaster’s office.

–

While I’m instructing at the training grounds, as usual, I hear a sound of something misfiring.

It was a light sound, but a noticeable misfire. When I looked in the direction of the sound, it was Roy and Lucy.

It seems that Lucy’s magic isn’t activating properly, causing a misfire.

Lucy, with tears in her eyes, is being comforted by Roy.

…This event is happening fast.

I immediately call Roy over and whisper in his ear. Roy, his face turning red after my whisper, bows and runs toward Lucy.

This event is something that happens after Roy and Lucy unite for the first time.

If I leave things as they are, Lucy, not knowing the cause, will become discouraged and deceived in the upcoming events.

If she relaxes and takes it easy, this symptom will go away in less than three days.

…Well, I guess it’s just that Roy’s way of comforting her isn’t very effective.

I can tell Roy is desperately trying to comfort Lucy.

Suddenly, Lucy glanced at me with tears in her eyes, so I nodded deeply.

Huh, you’re blushing over that?

It seems that Roy and Lucy have managed to calm down. They lifted their heads and started a different training session.

Yes, that’s good. When you’re not feeling well, you should change things up.

“Instructor Reid, is now a good time?”

A crystal-clear, beautiful voice calls my name, and I turn to look behind me.

There were three female students standing there, each with red hair.

The first girl was Winn, with a short cut and slightly droopy eyes.

Aurora, with semi-long hair slightly longer than her shoulders, neatly styled to the side and a sharp expression.

Rain, with her waist-length hair tied into twin tails, has a mischievous devilish charm.

These three have begun to make a name for themselves as idols, rising to fame as songstresses in the region.

By the way, all three of them have the chest size of an apple.

The reason these girls entered this academy wasn’t just for academics, but to receive combat training as well.

In the world before I was reincarnated, it wouldn’t have been necessary, but here, monsters and bandits exist.

If you can’t protect yourself when something happens, you won’t survive.

The one who came to talk to me was Aurora, the leader of the group.

I start speaking while making eye contact with Aurora.

“What’s wrong?”

“Instructor… do you know how to project your voice?”

“I’m sorry… Could you explain it to me?”

“Sorry…”

They don’t have a teacher to guide them. They’ve reached this point through self-study.

However, the places where they showcase their singing are usually open spaces.

Compared to other famous singers, they seem to feel somewhat inferior.

…Well, it’s not like there are concert domes or microphones here.

“Please forgive me if it doesn’t work… I’ve heard that you should project your voice from your stomach. Could swimming help? To increase lung capacity, maybe?”

“…I see.”

“…If you’re that worried, you can practice here.”

“””Eh?”””

All three of them look at me with surprised expressions.

The sight was amusing, and after a small laugh, I continue to give advice.

“You should split it in half—combat training and singing practice. There are many students here who are nobles’ daughters, merchants’ daughters, or have something special about them, and their ears are quite refined. If it goes well, it could build your confidence too.”

Upon hearing my words, the three of them start whispering and talking amongst themselves.

I glance sideways at Erika, and as our eyes meet, so I looked at the three of them as if to guide her gaze.

Afterward, I look at Erika again, and it seems like she’s whispering something with a twisted expression on her face.

I can easily make out what she’s muttering: “Eh, does this mean my work is going to increase?”

See, Erika… I’ve been giving you preferential treatment, just like I said I would, right?

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