Chapter 122: Welcome to the Eikou Club
[In a place you are unaware of, a certain female knight has finally confirmed her feelings.]
The atmosphere inside the girls' vehicle suddenly turned strange.
The pure Bradamante, her face still flushed, had yet to recover from the shock that the video had caused.
Even Jeanne Alter couldn't figure out what exactly had shocked her so much.
And so, time quietly passed for a long while.
"I… I remember that…"
Bradamante spoke softly, full of embarrassment,
"The Great Knight of the Round Table — Sir Gawain — once said something… 'Even though I do not forget the partner I had in my previous life, I also cannot ignore my freedom as a Servant!'"
"So… can I take that as Sir Gawain encouraging me to pursue the free love of a Servant as well…?"
"Encouraging my ass! Even if those are the words of your idol, you shouldn't believe them blindly! He only said that for his own convenience! Anyone shameless enough to say such a thing has nothing to do with the word 'great' at all!"
Jeanne Alter's sarcastic words came out in a rapid, relentless stream.
"I won't think too much anymore, I have to go meet Eikou right now and confirm my feelings for him!"
As if she had reached enlightenment, Bradamante immediately decided to confess her love.
After all, she was never the type who could restrain herself.
"In short, once I hear his answer, the two of us can make an eternal vow together… Haa, I'm a little nervous, but I can do it!"
What kind of energy is this?! She's even planning to make an eternal vow with Eikou already? Does Eikou himself even know about this?!
Even blinded by love, her heart was still too pure and traditional! Must it really be a love that leads directly to marriage?!
"Miss Bradamante, you can't do that."
Jeanne White spoke in a deep and serious tone, carrying the calm demeanor of an older sister:
"We all understand your feelings well, but you still lack the most basic understanding of my younger brother, and he knows absolutely nothing about you. Confessing to him out of the blue right now would be inappropriate."
"That's right, hurry and stop her." Jeanne Alter, for once, agreed. "Also, he's not your younger brother."
"If you want to know more about my younger brother, and also wish to date him… then first, please join our Eikou Club!"
Jeanne White declared solemnly.
"How the hell did this conversation turn into that?!" Jeanne Alter was dumbfounded.
"Miss Bradamante, if you join our club, you'll immediately be able to grasp all the latest information about my younger brother. You'll also learn who the competitors and potential dangerous rivals are, and we can share updates and intel about him together. How does that sound?"
"That sounds exactly like a bunch of perverts comparing medical records with each other…" Jeanne Alter muttered wearily.
"Ah, then I'll join!!" Bradamante shouted.
"You seriously want to join?!" Jeanne Alter couldn't help but yell. "Even if you really want to, at least ask a few more questions first! Doesn't this club seem suspicious to you?!"
These women are seriously sick.
At this rate, it's probably only a matter of time before Tomoe Gozen falls into the same love trap.
Jeanne Alter sighed.
She decided she needed to quickly send a message to Eikou, warning him to keep a safe distance from Tomoe Gozen.
After all, Tomoe Gozen was a member of the Shadow Disciplinary Committee — the real reason she joined this camping trip was to monitor and investigate Eikou. If he did anything remotely improper, the consequences would be unimaginable.
At best, he could kiss his chances of joining the Student Council goodbye; at worst, the school might start investigating him for "chaotic private life."
But if things went the other way — if she ended up falling for Eikou… then the result would be even worse, a kind of "unimaginable consequence" on a whole different level.
She'd have to issue a strict warning!
...
[In the place where the girls were having fun without your knowledge, only Jeanne Alter wasn't enjoying herself at all.]
[Meanwhile, you, on another vehicle, suddenly felt a growling hunger and took out the nutritional meal that Scathach had prepared for you.]
[Because your exam results this time were excellent, Scathach decided to spare you for this vacation, suspending your special training. But in exchange, you still have to eat on schedule the massive nutritional portions she made for you.]
[Sea cucumber, leek, oyster, sea cucumber, leek, oyster, sea cucumber, sea cucumber, sea cucumber...]
[Just looking at that ingredient list was enough to tell how much desire and expectation Scathach had placed in you.]
[Your mood was still pretty good; the skill "Disaster With Women" had been effectively suppressed. Today, not only did you avoid causing any trouble, but you could also chat comfortably with Tomoe Gozen.]
[However, something felt a little off — things were going too smoothly, to the point where it made you uneasy.]
While Eikou was focused on eating, his phone suddenly vibrated.
He picked it up and saw that it was a message from Jeanne Alter.
"The thing is, your current situation is actually very dangerous."
The content of the message said:
"For your own good, you'd better keep your distance from that Japanese white-haired Servant. She's a member of the Shadow Disciplinary Committee, and she's here to investigate you. Whatever you do, don't do anything that might offend her."
"If you offend her, the consequences will be very serious — not only could you be removed from the Student Council candidate list, but it might even affect your studies."
What the hell is this? There's someone that dangerous sitting right next to me?
Eikou, a bit skeptical, immediately typed a reply: "Why is she investigating me? What's the reason?"
Jeanne Alter: "...you'd better not ask about that!"
"Again? Are these people causing trouble behind my back again? How annoying..."
Looking at the newly arrived message, Eikou muttered.
"Listen, Eikou,"
Sitting next to him, Tomoe Gozen — the white-haired woman with the gentle aura and grace of a devoted wife — spoke in a serious tone like a parent,
"You shouldn't be playing with your phone while eating, that's basic manners. Whatever you do, you must give it your full focus and do it properly."
"Chew... Yes."
"Don't answer while eating, swallow before you speak. Don't forget to chew thoroughly before swallowing."
"Yes..."
Damn it, this feels exactly like being nagged by my mom!
Instead of saying that, shouldn't she first point out that eating on the car is rude in the first place? That's obviously even more improper!
But out of courtesy, Eikou quietly nodded.
Especially after knowing her true purpose, maintaining manners was clearly the best choice.
'What a shame, Tomoe Gozen... if you're trying to grasp my weakness, you're going to be disappointed, because I already know your true intentions.'
Eikou thought to himself.
Besides, today the "Disaster With Women" skill didn't activate — truly heaven-sent. Without that ticking time bomb, as long as he behaved properly, he could get through this ordeal peacefully.
"Eikou, although there are many things I'd like to ask you personally..."
Tomoe smiled and said,
"But I'd like to start by asking the friends around you. I want to understand the real you from their perspective."
"..."
You're gonna ask that bunch of idiots?
A bad feeling welled up in Eikou's chest.
Hopefully, they'll at least say something nice and leave Tomoe Gozen with a good impression of me!
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