The Neighborhood High School Girl, Miss Isezaki, Is the Great Saintess Returned from Another World~ And I, Suddenly Awakened as Her Exclusive Mana Supply Uncle, Travel Between Earth and Another World with Time-Space Magic~ - 120. Supermarket Companion

120. Supermarket Companion

“All right, this is it!”

“Dimensional Seaweed Nori!!”

Let me explain! Dimensional seaweed is a space-time magic that changes the dimensional space to create an object that looks like seaweed. Of course, it’s only for appearance, so even if you wrap it around rice balls, you can’t eat them. And since you’re fixed in place by dimensional seaweed, eating plain rice becomes much more difficult! It’s truly a space-time magic that turns rice ball maniacs from heaven to hell!

“…No, this won’t do.”

While thinking I had come up with something foolish, I erased the dimensional seaweed from the spot. Then, perhaps because I was imagining rice balls, my stomach suddenly growled.

At the sound, I glanced out the window and realized that it was completely dark outside. It seems I was more immersed in rearranging the dimensional space than I thought.

As I continued to experiment, I noticed that because the Earth’s atmosphere doesn’t contain magical elements, my senses become sharper when using magic compared to the other world. Because of that, I inadvertently got more absorbed in the work.

To satisfy my hunger, I opened the newly replaced magic refrigerator.

Inside were eggs, yogurt, juice, alcohol, and in the freezer, several frozen foods essential for single men were stacked.

There are enough food items to fill my stomach, but since I upgraded to a larger refrigerator, it’s undeniable that the overall impression is a bit empty.

Hmm, even though I bought a big one, is it okay for it to be this empty…?

Isezaki-san had suggested expanding my cooking repertoire, so it might be better to stock up on ingredients a bit more.

Once decided, I quickly changed into outdoor clothes and headed to the supermarket.

—◇◇◇—

“Dimensional Teleportation—”

Rustling through the bushes in the park near the supermarket, I emerged.

Although ‘Dimensional Teleportation’ is convenient, finding a place that doesn’t attract too much attention is quite a hassle. Lately, even when walking around town, I’ve been getting into the habit of looking for such places.

As I brushed off the leaves clinging to my body and walked closer to the supermarket, I ran into Isezaki-san, who seemed to be returning home from school, wearing her uniform.

“Oh, sir!? ―Alright!”

For some reason, Isezaki-san clenched her fist tightly.

“Hey, Isezaki-san… Or, is something wrong?”

When I pointed to her clenched fist, she waved her hand as if to dodge the question.

“Huh? …Ah! No, it’s nothing! More importantly, sir, what a coincidence!”

I wonder if something good happened. Suddenly, memories resurfaced of when she had a similar reaction when she cleared the ultimate luck game called ‘Mine◯weeper’.

(Note:After researching a bit more it seems “Mine◯weeper” does involves luck.I do remember sometimes I have to guess,but despite all that I still think that is still “Skill Issue” even though it’s based on luck)

Well, even if it’s irrelevant, she doesn’t seem to want to be asked the reason, so I’ll just let it go.

“Yeah, it’s been a while since we met at the supermarket. Was club activities late today?”

“Yes, today’s club activities ran late! So, um… sir, you’re going shopping now, right? May I accompany you?”

“Of course, that’s fine. Shall we go in then?”

“Yes♪”

Saying that, Isezaki-san walked beside me with a bright smile on her face. From her innocent smile, I faintly felt an unconditional trust towards me.

Is this what it feels like to have a little sister who’s attached to her older brother? I felt a warm feeling envelop me as we passed through the automatic doors of the supermarket.

—◇◇◇—

“What did you come to buy tonight, sir?”

As usual, as I walked around the store, Isezaki-san peered into my shopping basket and asked. By the way, the only things in the basket were Lumado and Kaki Pi.

(Note:Lumado and Kaki Pi is both brand name in Japan.Lumado is known for its electronic gadgets and accessories, while Kaki Pi specializes in snacks and confectionery products.)

“Well, I recently bought a new refrigerator and stove, so I thought I’d gather various ingredients for cooking.”

“I see, that’s what it is. …Then, sir, do you remember our promise that I would teach you cooking?”

“Yeah, of course. I didn’t know you liked monster meat so much, Isezaki-san.”

In exchange for being taught dishes using monster meat, Isezaki-san also eats them together later.

At first, I wanted to refuse the lecture, but she said something like, “It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say I’m teaching you for the sake of monster meat!” So I agreed.

“Um, y-yes. That’s right. If you don’t mind… I thought I could assist you…”

Blushing, Isezaki-san muttered hesitantly. She seemed to be embarrassed to be known as someone who likes meat, even though she was so absorbed at the time. Let’s move the conversation forward.

“Anyway, I remember you’ll teach me cooking. Maybe you want to discuss the schedule?”

“Y-yes! S-so… how about tomorrow, if that’s okay with you? Or do you have any other plans…?”

“For an unemployed guy like me, my schedule is always open. Tomorrow is fine, of course.”

“Yes, then it’s settled! Since we’re both off school, I’ll come by around noon!”

With the biggest smile of the day, Isezaki-san answered, seeming very pleased. If that’s the case, I’ll splurge on some good monster meat for tomorrow.

Thus, the cooking class by Isezaki-san was suddenly scheduled for tomorrow. And if there’s a cooking class, of course, ingredients are needed.

I walked around the store, putting ingredients in the basket as instructed by Isezaki-san. The menu is a secret. Let’s look forward to tomorrow.

—After a while, I left the store with my hands full of bags and Isezaki-san.

“I’ll teleport us with ‘Dimensional Teleportation’, shall we go over there?” 

I pointed towards the park, but Isezaki-san crossed her index fingers and made a small ‘X’ sign.

“No, sir, you can’t. It seems… this is your first time going out today, right?”

“That’s right, but… can you tell that sort of thing?”

“Yes, your face looks a little puffy.”

“Huh? Can you tell I’m swollen just by looking at me?”

As Isezaki-san laughed mischievously while lifting her eco-bag and patting her face, I couldn’t help but join in.

“Haha, it’s because it’s you, sir. I can tell right away. Lack of exercise is poison to the body. So, how about we walk back this time?”

Certainly, with the ability to teleport to ‘Dimensional Teleportation’ and no need to commute, it seems like the opportunity to walk has decreased.

I haven’t paid much attention to it before, but I guess now that I’m in my mid-twenties, I need to start paying attention to my health… 

“Yeah, let’s do that. Sorry for making you worry.”

“Don’t worry about it. Besides, it’s been a while since we walked home together like this, so I’m really enjoying it.”

Smiling while peering into my face, Isezaki-san said. Come to think of it, it’s been since that day we were transported to another world that we walked home together. A lot has happened since then.

And so, Isezaki-san and I walked leisurely home, reminiscing about the recent past, on the quiet night road.