I’m Really Starting to Want That Magic Book!
“Phew, that was a lot of food. But… I definitely overate…”
We finished eating and stepped outside with our bellies full.
Of course, it was a buffet, so it was cheap. And yet the taste was amazing—definitely a repeat visit.
Personally, I loved that it was mainly fish. If they had rice too, it would’ve been perfect, but I can’t be that picky.
“Let’s have dinner here again tonight, meow~”
“I agree.”
Milfie and Aqua casually said something outrageous.
Maybe the people of this world have stomachs made with spatial magic or something.
Speaking of which, Miss Bridget said we’d meet in Tia’s country.
As long as there’s no trouble, she should’ve entered the country, but she doesn’t show up on the map.
In the end, I still had no answer for how to meet Tia.
Back then, it was a secret sightseeing trip, and we weren’t officially invited.
If it were Miss Bridget, maybe, but ordinary adventurers like us would probably be turned away at the gates.
If I could at least say, “We watched the night view together,” that might help, but that’s tricky too.
For now, we decided to explore Rivana and gather information.
The biggest reason for that is—
“Tabito, how’s the progress rate?”
“It’s increasing properly. Still gonna take a bit more time, though.”
The second task of the new Guide Map skill, “Stamp Rally.”
It’s to reach 100% exploration of Rivana.
Structurally, as long as we pass reasonably close to areas, it’ll count—we don’t have to literally go from end to end.
“So basically, it’s Zigzag Tabito time.”
“Exactly.”
Just keep moving around, and eventually, it’ll be complete.
If it’s the same as the first one, completing this should unlock the third task.
And finally, I’ll get the super hyper magic book (hopefully).
On the surface, I replied calmly with, “Exactly,” but inside, I was super excited.
I mean, there’s a chance I’ll be able to stop time, you know?
That’s… come on! Isn’t that exciting!?
Fighting monsters would be easy.
And… well, you know, right!?
“Tabito.”
“Eh, wh-what, Aqua!? I-I wasn’t thinking anything shady, I swear! Not about that or that, or even that, okay!?”
“… What are you talking about?”
Crap. I mixed up reality, fantasies, magic books, and time-stopping all together. Calm down. Calm down, Tabito.
“It’s nothing. I was just excited about the magic book.”
But then, something crossed my mind.
Aqua loves magic. She’s searching for magic books—that’s part of her journey.
And yet, I’m kind of swooping in and snatching one away from her.
…If the roles were reversed, that’d be pretty upsetting.
Something you really wanted, suddenly ending up in someone else’s hands.
And that someone is a slightly shady guy…
No, no, I need to stay sincere at the very least.
First, I need to apologize.
“Sorry, Aqua.”
“For what?”
“Umm, well… I don’t really know anything about magic, yet I was all smug and saying how excited I was…”
Then Aqua stopped walking.
She turned around.
Expressionless as always, making it hard to tell what she was thinking.
But I doubt she felt good about it.
“Tabito, do you know why I love magic?”
“Eh? Uh, well… I don’t, sorry.”
“Don’t apologize.—It’s thanks to you.”
“M-Me…?”
“Yes. My memories are still muddled, and I can’t remember most things. But I clearly remember this—
You always praised my magic. Even for the smallest things, you said they were amazing.
That’s why… I’ve always loved magic. Of course, thanks to Milfie too.”
“Eh, m-me!?”
“Yes. Even if you don’t remember, it’s fine. It’s all firmly in my heart.
—So, Tabito, if you learn magic, that honestly makes me really happy.”
As if to reflect her words, Aqua smiled naturally.
She really is a good person. And as I thought, my past self was awesome.
After all, I got to travel with such amazing friends.
“Thanks, Aqua.”
“Aquaaa, I’m sorry I can’t remember! But I love you!”
When I expressed my thanks, Milfie ran over to Aqua and hugged her tight.
Those soft things pressed against Aqua’s face… so unfair. Jealousy intensifies.
Maybe now’s my chance to casually join in too—
No, let’s not.
… Come to think of it, isn’t there a magic that restores memories?
If so, that’d be the best.
All the more reason to finish the Stamp Rally.
And… I’m gonna enjoy these harem memories with a tiny bit of guilt!!!!!!
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Aqua
★★★★★
If Tabito masters Elmirah’s magic book, will he love magic even more?
If so, I’ll be happy.
Milfie
★★★★★
Magic sounds cool~
I wonder if I could use it too if I tried hard?
I wanna learn from Aqua~
Tabito
★★★★★
Memory-restoring magic… please!
Elmirah, I’m begging you!
Please, somehow, somehow!!!!
Bridget
★★★★★
This water bear… it’s soft and feels great…
Definitely buying this.
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