Author: Suisei
Translator: Rinkage
Character page: Here
Chapter 101 – We were busted
The next day, I went to the guild with Gai and made our way straight to the reception where Clayman was.
“We’re here for a quest.” [Youki]
“Yo… you’re a hard worker, eh? It’s still early in the morning.” [Clayman]
Clayman looked at us with a look of exasperation. Dude, you’re in the middle of work, so why aren’t you motivated at all? Well, I guess it’s Clayman we’re talking about.
“I’d like to ask for a subjugation quest that can be done immediately.” [Youki]
“Before that, you have a visitor. They told me to contact them immediately when you arrived yesterday. I told them you would probably show up in the morning, so they came first thing in the morning and have been waiting ever since.” [Clayman]
“A visitor…?” [Youki]
Was it a job for Magic Knight of Black Lightning? It seemed to be urgent. Seeing as it was a direct request, could it be a complicated mission?
“Well, do your best. That person is waiting behind the guild. I’ll guide you there.” [Clayman]
“Sorry for the trouble. Let’s go, Gai.” [Youki]
“Um.” [Gai]
We reached the back door of the guild with Clayman’s guidance. Could the client be waiting here?
“Come on, go. I’m going to lock it up.” [Clayman]
“You don’t need to tell me that. As Magic Knight of Black Lightning, it’s not good to make a client wait.” [Youki]
As I exited through the back door, I heard a clicking sound, indicating that Clayman had probably locked it. I immediately spotted the client who was supposedly waiting for me, sitting on a wooden crate. She wore a nun’s habit, suggesting she was a sister from somewhere. However, the moment she stood up, I instantly realized it was a disguise.
“I’ve been waiting for you, Magic Knight of Black Lightning-san.”
“Uh, umm… you look good in that getup.” [Youki]
The person waiting for me was Cecilia, disguised as a sister. Although she appeared to be smiling, her smile didn’t reach her eyes. Out of nervousness, I ended up complimenting her attire, but she was undeniably cute in it.
“Thank you for your compliment. Let’s go. I have something that I’d like to ask you, so you’ll come with me, right?” [Cecilia]
“…Yes.” [Youki]
“Gai-san, please come along as well.” [Cecilia]
“…I understand.” [Gai]
“Ah, you noticed it…” [Youki]
Under the pressure of her words, Gai and I readily agreed, leading to a scene where two men with their faces hidden were led by a sister. The people around us would probably think that we were being led to a church for confession. It was mostly accurate, but it remained to be seen if we would really end the day with a mere ‘confession’.
The place Cecilia led us to was an old church.
“This church is scheduled to be renovated soon, but I have pleaded with the priest to use it for a short while. For now, please take a seat… Why aren’t you sitting on a chair, Magic Knight of Black Lightning-san?” [Cecilia]
Gai took a seat on a chair while I sat in seiza style. Considering the pressure she had emitted earlier, I felt more at ease assuming this position.
“…I can sit on a chair?” [Youki]
“Isn’t that natural? Why do you need my permission to sit on a chair?” [Cecilia]
“Ah, yeah. Please excuse me.” [Youki]
I took a seat obediently.
“Now then, there is no one else in the vicinity aside from us, right?” [Cecilia]
“Ah, yeah.” [Youki]
I strengthened my sense of hearing and smell, but no other presence was detected.
“I understand. Thank you very much. Now then, Youki-san. Wasn’t that supposed to be sealed off?” [Cecilia]
Her words struck me deeply. I had previously promised her that I would seal away this costume and bury my dark past forever, so I was undoubtedly in the wrong. I also knew that the moment I flipped my switch, I would be overwhelmed with shame and regret when I returned to normal. But, still!
“I’m aware that I’m an idiot. I feel bad that you’re forced to prepare this place to keep everything confidential, but… I want to lend a hand. For Gai’s sake.” [Youki]
“Kiddo…” [Gai]
For some reason, a friendly aura seemed to emanate from Gai, although it felt unnecessary. What I had hoped for was that Cecilia would be more lenient with us after hearing what I had said. The two of us – me, the Magic Knight of Black Lightning, and Gai, the ogre in fluffy clothing – sat before Sister Cecilia, feeling overwhelmed. We kept our heads bowed and cautiously stole glances at Cecilia’s reaction, but she didn’t seem angry, somehow.
“…I understand. I’ve said it before, but I didn’t want to restrict you too much.” [Cecilia]
“Then…” [Youki]
“But I still want you to refrain from putting on such a conspicuous getup.” [Cecilia]
“Ah, just as I thought.” [Youki]
Wearing this outfit would be highly disadvantageous. If I stood out too much, I might become a target for other countries. There was also a risk of my identity being exposed.
“Mmmm, but I am…” [Gai]
“Indeed, Gai-san can’t appear in public without covering his entire body. But, if by any chance, he were to reveal himself in public…” [Cecilia]
“Cecilia, what about me?” [Youki]
“Youki-san… Even if I were to say anything, you still wouldn’t stop, right?” [Cecilia]
She gave a resigned response. She wasn’t wrong, though. I wouldn’t be stopping this, would I?
“For the time being, I’ll be using this outfit in moderation.” [Youki]
“Sorry, it feels like I’m restricting you.” [Cecilia]
There would be a limit imposed, but the legend of Magic Knight of Black Lightning would live on. I didn’t need to seal it away anymore. However, the moment I take it off, how much shame will I have to endure?
“Well, it’s inevitable in Gai’s case. If I didn’t do this, he wouldn’t be able to leave the inn. It was a strategy that I came up with.” [Youki]
“…Would it work?” [Cecilia]
“I’m wondering that myself.” [Gai]
“Hmph, it’s a plan that I thought of. There is no way it’ll fail.” [Youki]
“Ah, I guess that’s typical of you.” [Cecilia]
That’s typical of me? I wonder how I should interpret that. I might have understood it deep down, but I couldn’t bring myself to say it out loud. There was no turning back for me.
“Kukuku, that’s right. I am Magic Knight of Black Lightning. I am willing to pay the price in shame for the sake of my friend!” [Youki]
“Hey, kiddo. Are you okay?” [Gai]
“In what way!?” [Youki]
“In various ways?” [Gai]
He was probably trying to ask if I was mentally sound.
“Hmph, this is the real me. Once my switch is flipped, I can’t be stopped anymore…” [Youki]
“Stop it.” [Cecilia]
“Gek!?” [Youki]
It seemed that Cecilia had delivered a chop to the back of my head. I did not sustain any damage thanks to the helmet, but the impact caused my head to shake inside the helmet.
“Didn’t I just warn you about being too conspicuous? You’ll attract too much attention if you keep this up.” [Cecilia]
“Mumumu… but right now, I’m Magic Knight of Black Lightning. There is nothing that I should fea-” [Youki]
“Youki-san?” [Cecilia]
“I’m sorry. I got carried away.” [Youki]
I immediately lowered my head and apologized. The one person who I shouldn’t offend was Cecilia. I didn’t want her to hate me.
“I don’t want to restrict you, but I hope that you can refrain from standing out too much. No, please avoid standing out.” [Cecilia]
“Kiddo, she’s right. If we attract too much attention, it’ll only invite trouble.” [Gai]
“…Outnumbered, huh? It looks like I’ll have to back down this time.” [Youki]
I should not forget to display my chuuni mannerism at all times. Or rather, please don’t take this away from me!
“If possible, I’d like to ask for the same this time as well.” [Cecilia]
“It seems that you’ll need to persuade him each time.” [Gai]
From the sound of it, the two of them were discussing ways to handle me. I hoped they didn’t think it would be easy to control me, the Magic Knight of Black Lightning.
“Hmph, don’t underestimate me.” [Youki]
“Youki-san, could you take off your helmet?” [Cecilia]
“I’m sorry. I got carried away again. Taking off my helmet will make me feel naked, so… please no.” [Youki]
The moment I take off my helmet, my face will be revealed. Even though I am still in my costume, revealing my face would be… impossible.
“Kiddo, wouldn’t it be good just to shut your mouth for a while?” [Gai]
“Hmph… that’s impossible!” [Youki]
I replied out of reflex.
“As I thought, let’s take off your helmet.” [Cecilia]
“Please just spare me from that, Cecilia.” [Youki]
I pleaded with her desperately.
“…So what do you plan to do now?” [Cecilia]
“Take up guild mission and make money.” [Youki]
This time, the goal was for Gai to earn money. Cecilia had said that as long as we didn’t cause unnecessary commotion, she wouldn’t restrict us. I decided to support Gai for about a week so he could become independent.
“Clayman will probably choose a suitable job for him.” [Youki]
Clayman does his job well. He should be able to find a job that fits him.
“Hmm, then let’s go.” [Gai]
“Please hold on. I’m still concerned.” [Cecilia]
“Eh…” [Youki]
Sister Cecilia stopped me. Was she still worried that my switch would flip? I promised her that there wouldn’t be any problem.
“It’s not just you. I’m concerned about Gai-san as well. It’s his first time in a human society, so he might encounter issues.” [Cecilia]
“…That is true. Something unexpected might happen, huh?” [Youki]
“So I’ll be accompanying you both in your missions until Gai gets used to it.” [Cecilia]
“Cecilia!?” [Youki]
“I’m worried if you’re the only one handling this… No, I’m worried about Magic Knight of Black Lightning as well.” [Cecilia]
She couldn’t rely on me if I was by myself. She was also concerned that I might cause trouble. I received a two-hit combo in succession. Nevertheless, I felt more at ease with Cecilia by my side. In fact, I would be happier, so it was fine. However, I couldn’t help but worry if such a ‘strong’ lineup was really okay…
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