I became a heart-stealing thief in Azure Files

The shadows that repented began to dissolve, turning into pale white specks of light.

These points of light then melted and coalesced, forming the shape of a canned item.

Amamiya walked over and took the canned item, which was surrounded by light, in her hand.

[Magic Fitness Fan]

[Type: Gift/Consumable]

[Description: A fitness powder that can significantly enhance workout results simply by consuming it. 'Strength grows from weak to strong, and so does physique. Only through consistent and persistent effort can you break through your limits.']

The information observed by his third eye made Amamiya raise an eyebrow slightly.

'With the resolution of the Impression Space's request, the opponents of the Aurora Grand Festival in the real world should gradually resolve their inner conflicts as well…'

'Give this to Sumire later, and let her pass it on to those students who have repented…'

Amamiya turned around and waved to Noah, who was observing and recording the scene.

"The matter is resolved. It's time to go back, Noah."

Chapter 79: My favorite episode featuring Noah.

Chievotos has finally welcomed summer.

The reason I have this feeling in a daze...

Just as Amamiya was about to wake the white-haired girl who was imprisoned and sleeping soundly, he suddenly noticed that... the morning light outside the window next to the girl could no longer be described as 'faint'.

As Amamiya tried to get up, she immediately felt Noah lying on his side, hugging her. Apart from the white lace that partially covered his chest and lower abdomen, which created a half-covered effect, Noah could be described as "completely naked." Even in his sleep, Noah was still making these subconscious movements.

She hugged him tighter, pressing Amamiya's cheek lightly against her chest.

"..."

The unease quickly faded. Soon, Noah's face lit up with a contented, sweet smile.

Although she maintained a 'stable' sleeping posture, Amamiya could clearly feel the slight increase in body temperature of the girl who was in close contact with her.

"...Noah, are you going to continue pretending to be asleep?"

Unable to move while being held tightly, Amamiya could only watch the halo that suddenly appeared and lit up above her head as she awoke, and sigh helplessly.

"The halo is already lit up."

【~???~】(Noah)

Knowing he couldn't keep up the act any longer, Noah squinted and sighed softly.

"Sensei...can be a little 'clueless' sometimes."

"Shouldn't we, like yesterday, play dumb a little and then sincerely show our true selves at this time?"

Amamiya thought to herself, "I can tell when to be oblivious, when to take the initiative, and when to play dumb."

After a intimate wash together with Noah, like a couple, the girl, having released her stress, seemed noticeably more refreshed.

"Thank you for the hospitality, Sensei..."

After a slight smile, the white-haired girl, whose hair was as neat as ever, sincerely thanked him: "...I feel that the gradual chaos and repression in my heart have been released at the same moment."

"So, it's time to get ready for a new day..."

"I'm still busy compiling the list of participants for the Akawa Grand Festival, confirming their intentions and situations... Sensei, do you have anything to do lately?"

Of course there are, but...

Faced with Noah's violet-colored gaze that 'completely conceals her gentleness,' Amamiya naturally couldn't be tactless and say things like 'I don't have any plans' or 'I'm running around deepening my bonds with the students.'

After a moment's thought, he gave his answer while tidying up Noah's hair, which she couldn't manage on her own: "Since the Grand Festival is about to be held, and for this important sports event, I will naturally do my best."

"Regarding the participation intentions of other colleges, and the students involved... I can assist in confirming and mediating."

Noah paused for a few seconds, then suddenly chuckled and nodded: "This is indeed something only Sensei could do."

"Indeed, I didn't consider this carefully... If the personnel are properly coordinated, the possibility of accidents during the Akawa Grand Festival will be further reduced..."

"This is what they mean by 'preparing for a rainy day.'"

"I'll have to trouble you with this... Sensei."

After making the solemn request, the girl disappeared from Xia Lai 'on time' as dawn broke.

Before leaving, she stood in front of the entrance to the Xia Lai Building, bathed in the morning breeze, maintaining a playful and cunning posture, and said a few words to Amamiya with her body turned slightly to the side.

—The first thing she said was, "I'm sorry, Yuka."

—The second sentence is, 'Keep this "record" safe in your heart, and don't tell Yuuka, okay?'

Spending time with someone you admire can unconsciously invigorate your inner world.

Even Noah, a literary girl whose true feelings are usually only revealed through a smile and whose inner thoughts are difficult to fathom, is no exception.

When the emotions in one's heart are satisfied, it is easier to do things that seem 'exceptionally cute'.

Watching the girl walk away with light steps, her figure gradually merging into the morning light, Amamiya finally withdrew his gaze.

Judging from the timeline, the members of the Rabbit Squad should already be preparing to infiltrate the other side of the millennium by now...

As is customary, after sending a message to Arius's team to come over for breakfast, Amamiya quickly finalized today's action plan.

'Glug glug...'

As the flames on the stove dimmed, wisps of morning fragrance began to waft from the boiling clay pot.

The sudden sound of the door opening interrupted Amamiya's 'schedule'.

As the kitchen door creaked open, a tall, blue-haired girl, who had hurriedly tied on her apron, peeked out from the doorway before naturally entering the kitchen.

"Sensei, let me help you."

As expected, Saori arrived the fastest.

After thinking to herself, "Just as I expected," Amamiya smiled and nodded to Saori, "Then I'll have to trouble you, Saori. I'm wearing glasses, and it's really uncomfortable when they fog up..."

As she joined Xia Lai, the girl gradually gained the intimidating reputation of "Xia Lai's Blade," but in reality, she was not as sharp and cold as she appeared to outsiders.

—On the contrary, whether it's Saori as the squad leader, or Akiko, Hiyori, Misaki...

They are gradually losing their "sharpness" and becoming more and more like everyday life.

This is a good sign.

Life, especially for them... is not just about 'thorns that need to be cut down and burned'.

There is also the breath of life that can only be felt when you put down the blade in your hand.

"Well……"

Noticing that Amamiya's gaze was fixed on her, Saori's expression quickly became a little unnatural.

"Sensei...is there something on my face?"

Amamiya smiled and slowly shook her head.

"Saori is gradually becoming 'cute'."

【~???~】(Saori)

Saori, who was preparing to cut vegetables for another breakfast dish, suddenly stopped.

"……Um?!"

After giving an unexpected "hmm," Saori pretended to be nonchalant and continued chopping vegetables.

However, perhaps due to the nervousness brought on by shyness, or perhaps due to the motivation brought on by her pleasant mood, she chopped the vegetables a little faster.

"Yes, yes..."

Amamiya shook his head again—but this time he remained silent with a smile because of Saori's extremely interesting reaction after being praised.

After working in perfect harmony with Saori to prepare breakfast for the four members of Ario's team, Amamiya suddenly looked at Saori just before the last dish was about to be plated and served.

"...?!"

Saori, who was more sensitive to gazes, immediately became somewhat suspicious and uncertain.

Is Sensei going to compliment me on being cute again...?

However, this time, Amamiya wasn't trying to make a sarcastic remark.

Considering Saori, and the previous concern shown by the other members of Arius's squad for the Rabbit Squad...

Let's try to get the Arios squad and the Rabbit squad to make further contact.

"Saori, would you like to go for a walk with me?"

Chapter 80 Valkyrie's Abnormalities...Omens

"Yay... Good morning, Sensei!"

When Amamiya took Saori to the Millennium Academy, she encountered someone...

No, it should be said that the entire carriage was filled with students from the Valkyrie Public Security Bureau.

The white-haired girl at the head of the group approached Amamiya with obvious familiarity, quickly taking a seat under Saori's surprised and wary gaze. She then smiled broadly and greeted Amamiya, saying, "It feels like it's been a long time since we last dealt with the Rabbit Squad..."

"Sensei, how have you been lately?"

It really feels so real and full of life...

Noticing the Valkyrie Public Security Bureau students, whose gazes were filled with either secret envy or obvious doubt towards Kirino, and their unanimous admiration for him, Amamiya slightly toned down the sunny and cheerful demeanor he should have shown towards Kirino, becoming a little more formal.

"I'd like to ask the Valkyrie people about that."

After gesturing for Saori to sit in the front seat, Amamiya hesitated for a moment before speaking: "Valkyrie, have you encountered any difficult problems or other troubles recently?"

Recalling the "shady deal" I saw in the Abydos Impression Space not long ago, and the comforting message Kirino sent when the Rabbit Squad was troubled by the thunderstorm...

Amamiya has reason to believe that Valkyrie must have undergone some changes recently.

Clearly, Kirino took Amamiya's meaningful question as just another instance of everyday concern.

【~???~】(Kirino)

"As a member of the Life Safety Bureau, I should have some authority to say how everyone in Valkyrie is doing..."

Kirino frowned and pouted, thinking hard for a moment before summarizing the changes she had noticed recently: "The disbandment of SRT Academy and the transfer of related students have been almost completed."

"With many SRT students joining Valkyrie, the police force has been greatly replenished... so everyone's stress has noticeably decreased recently."

"However, due to the increase in personnel, the equipment issue has become somewhat strained... Fortunately, it seems that Valkyrie has recently procured a batch of equipment through other channels, which should temporarily alleviate the equipment shortage problem."

Having reached this point, Kirino stopped and looked at the outline of the ancient autonomous region, which was already faintly visible in the distance.

She seemed to get excited, with an expression of enthusiasm: "But recently, everyone will be busy again - Valkyrie has deployed a lot of police force this time to ensure the preparation and safety of the Grand Festival!"

"This time, the Bureau of Life Safety will be the main force in maintaining public order!"

As she spoke, Kirino gave a thumbs-up, pointed to her fair collarbone that was partially exposed due to her summer uniform, and boasted, "And I... am one of the key figures in on-site coordination!"

Amamiya: "..."

In terms of direct combat, it's still too difficult for a player like Kirino whose "gun skills have reached the level of inaccuracy at the causal level".

However, she should be able to handle things like maintaining security and managing on-site operations.

Looking at Kirino, Amamiya gave a slightly forced smile.

"Then Kirino..."

He paused, then looked around at the students of the Bureau of Life Safety again, his voice gentle: "And everyone in the Bureau of Life Safety, keep up the good work."

【~???~】(Kirino & the students of the Bureau of Life Safety)

"Alright! Sensei, watch me—I will definitely restore safety to the entire Akawa Grand Festival!"

Kirino immediately stood up with a strong sense of mission, stood at attention and saluted.

Before Amamiya could say anything, the students from the Bureau of Life Safety all stood up and saluted in unison, their expressions solemn and dignified.

Saori, who was sitting in the front row, was listening silently and trying to understand the situation. She was stunned by this sudden turn of events and was at a loss for what to do. She even had an urge to imitate the situation and join in the fun.

After a moment's hesitation, Saori suppressed the strange impulse in her heart, lowered the brim of her baseball cap, and glanced at Kirino.