I became a heart-stealing thief in Azure Files

【~???~】(Shimiko)

A deal was struck with Shimiko.

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After exchanging a few pleasantries with Shimiko, Amamiya left the antiquarian library and went outside, where the festive atmosphere was becoming increasingly palpable.

During the school festival, the probability of various incidents occurring at Trinity College, as well as the frequency with which students travel through the streets, has significantly increased.

And in the morning... especially during peak student traffic hours.

Having learned from the previous 'lesson', Amamiya was smarter this time and activated "Invisible Presence" as soon as she went out.

Amamiya hadn't forgotten her goal after receiving the request from Mina.

'The original plan was disrupted, so let's stick to the previous plan this time and go make contact with Sakura...'

Chapter Seventeen: Is Your Idol Project Serious?

When Amamiya arrived at the Sisters' Great Cathedral, the sacred sounds of morning prayers were already filling the cathedral.

As for the content of the morning prayer, it was different from the past—Amamiya could tell that it was the ancient text of 'Givotos script' that Sakura had recited last night at midnight.

"Now, gods, please listen carefully; I have no intention of taking your life or your power."

"Because the existence of life is the choice of all things."

"Even if I am not chosen by fate, I still implore you to give hope to the world."

"Though we know there is no good left in the world, forgive those who long for forgiveness and offer them hope."

……

It truly lives up to its reputation as an ancient classic; the prayer, recited in ancient script, naturally evokes a wondrous sense of sacredness in onlookers who are unaware of the context.

But if you knew the true content of this prayer, it would feel rather strange.

Is this really... a prayer?

Amamiya vaguely understood why some forces were unwilling to see this classic work reproduced.

The recitation was so powerful it could cause a splash at Trinity College—thankfully, it was Sakura who was reciting it.

Upon entering the cathedral, Amamiya saw that the large wooden benches were filled with nuns, all wearing black veils, with dignified appearances and solemn expressions.

Amamiya had no intention of interrupting the prayer ceremony; after taking a look, she went straight backstage.

Although I don't know why she's holding this kind of 'limited-time rerun' event, Sakura must have her reasons for doing it...

Using this excuse to avoid making irrelevant guesses, Amamiya found the nun's kitchen and, while they were praying, prepared some "holy communion."

This is a Holy Communion that truly incorporates 'holy' materials.

The materials dropped by the shadows of the other world are varied and strange, but they all follow the same principle—shadows whose prototypes are 'angels' or other similar 'holy' types will naturally drop materials with holy attributes.

Just as the morning prayers ended, Amamiya arrived at the meeting room that Sakura had brought him to before.

Looking back, Sakurako mentioned the 'idol project,' which was something that happened several months ago.

At the time, Amamiya thought, "It's absurd that doctors would team up with nuns to start an idol group at the school festival."

Now it seems... but it's not entirely without feasibility.

After waiting outside the meeting room for a while, the silver-haired, purple-eyed nun arrived immediately after morning prayers.

It was the same 'configuration' as last time, with Mary brought along as well.

Upon seeing Amamiya at the conference room door, she relaxed somewhat, which had initially seemed a bit anxious and agitated.

“Sensei… I’m sorry to have kept you waiting.”

After a polite exchange of pleasantries, Sakura, who was already prepared, took out her key and opened the conference room door.

"The matter is somewhat urgent, so let's get straight to the point."

After their eyes met, Amamiya, as always, caught Mary's barely concealed unease.

With a look that said, "Don't be afraid, I'm with you," Amamiya followed the hurried Sakurako into the conference room.

After Amamiya took her seat, Sakurako, who was already prepared, took out a proposal from the drawer of the conference table. The proposal had the same appearance as Mina's proposal, but the style was obviously different.

"Sensei, this is my proposal... Please take a look."

Perhaps it was agreed beforehand with Mina that she would resolve the conflict herself?

Taking Sakurako's idol project proposal, Amamiya quickly scanned it, while simultaneously comparing it to Mina's proposal, which he could already recite from memory.

……

Mina and Sakura's project proposal, well... the high EQ way to put it is: "Each has its own unique characteristics."

In fact... their proposals were so rough that even Amamiya, who wasn't a professional idol producer, had a very... indescribable feeling about them.

Mei Yige is a normal person.

Well... if we compare it to idol anime that Amamiya knows...

Amemiya's anticipated typical idol project: something like "nG Dream!" or "The Idolmaster".

At the very least... it should be a 'school idol' in the traditional sense, like Lovele!

result……

Sakurako's proposal, also described according to Amamiya's understanding of idol anime, was in the style of "Macross".

It's like... the kind where you pilot a mecha, sing, and save the world.

This person... while he could be considered a pioneer of the unconventional 'idol' anime genre, well... at least in Amamiya's personal opinion, he's quite strange.

Mina's idol project, in comparison, is a bit more normal...

Well, relatively speaking.

Zombie Land Saga is a normal idol anime...

First of all, it's incredible that this idea even came about.

However, the normality of Zombie Land Saga is in comparison to the mecha elements of 'Macross'.

After all, 'zombie idol' at least doesn't seem as outrageous as 'singing in a mecha'.

As a complete 'outsider', I think... at least in Amamiya's opinion, most people are probably more accepting of 'zombie idols'.

Anyway, with makeup and dressing up, you can't tell the difference from a normal person... As for having a cold body temperature, you don't need to interact with the fans in the audience, so there's no way to find out.

Of course, there are fan meet-and-greet sessions and other similar events, but you can always find a way to gloss over them.

As Amamiya flipped through the proposal in his hand, his expression remained unchanged, but his inner thoughts were anything but calm.

After he finished reading, a slightly nervous Sakura couldn't wait to ask, "Sen... how was it?"

"Very..."

After considering it for a moment, but unable to find any suitable words of praise, Amamiya forced a smile and said somewhat awkwardly, "...Very unique."

【~???~】(Sakurako)

Mary cast a worried glance at him, but Amamiya ignored it for the time being.

"In my opinion, both Sakurako's idol project and Mina's idol project have their merits, but..."

Setting down the project proposal in her hand, Amamiya looked at Sakurako with a subtle expression that made her unsure whether to say it or not.

"...Sensei, feel free to voice your opinions. I can handle them."

Amamiya lowered her gaze and asked tentatively, "Sakurako, do you usually... not know much about 'cute things'?"

Sakurako's forehead broke out in a sweat from the question, and she leaned back slightly, looking a little awkward.

"Hmm... Sensei's opinion makes sense."

"After all, as nuns of the Sisters' Order, we tend to be more inclined towards retro styles... um."

Mary, standing to the side, twitched her cat ears, trying her best to maintain a slightly embarrassed expression.

At that moment, Amamiya made a judgment about the gap between Mina and Sakurako.

It seems that Mina's 'girlishness' is much stronger than Sakura's... After all, Mina's proposals are relatively more normal.

"Does Sensei have any... suggestions for modification?"

"Indeed."

Amamiya nodded seriously: "And it's the same opinion... The one who understands the idol best in the Rescue Knights is probably not Mina but Serina."

"And the nuns... if we're talking about idols, why not ask Mary?"

Mary: "Huh?!"

She came along as an observer and to lighten the mood, but she never expected that she would have her own story to tell.

Sakurako was visibly stunned at first, then cast a thoughtful glance at him.

“Sensei’s words seem to make sense…”

“...Mary was indeed the most popular nun in the convent.”

"Eh, eh... Me, me?!"

Suddenly entrusted with this important task, Mary was at a loss and stammered, trying to explain: "An idol or something, I..."

I'm sorry, Mary...

"In my opinion, both Sakurako's and Mina's proposals have their shortcomings. However... if they are supplemented and integrated, they may become more perfect."

Seeing that Sakurako was somewhat interested, Amamiya asked in a tone that sought her opinion, "How about leaving this problem to Mary and me?"

"Hmm... then..."

If the idol project were entirely entrusted to Sensei, it would naturally be done better, but if it were known that 'Sensei did it,' then the efforts of the nuns and the Knights of Rescue would seem somewhat... insignificant?

However, if Sensei is a 'significant participant' rather than a 'fully responsible planner', then there is no problem.

After thinking it over, Sakura finally nodded in agreement with the suggestion.

"Then... let's leave it to Sensei and Mary."

I felt Sakura's trust...

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Mary, who was about to offer an explanation, was stunned, seemingly not understanding why the decision had been made so hastily.

After her expression turned serious, she didn't complain about it, but instead tried to figure out the intention behind it.

Sensei must have had its own deeper meaning in doing this...

Yes, although it is undoubtedly a heavy task for me.

However, this also completely eliminates the possibility of a completely "abnormal" idol project.

"I understand……"

The cat nun, entrusted with this important task, tried to be serious: "I will... work hard with Sensei and do my best to live up to everyone's expectations."

Chapter 18 Commander, the vehicle is ready!

"So that's it..."

Outside the Great Cathedral of the Sisters, the orange-haired cat sister breathed a sigh of relief after hearing Amamiya's thoughts.

"This year's Trinity College School Festival is, after all, a 'special large-scale event' that invites other schools to participate... We can take this opportunity to learn about the plans of students from other schools in advance..."

"By visiting club activities, I can broaden my horizons and gain insights into my idols..."

"Indeed...it's a good idea."