I finished reporting to my family.
Just like always, it was kind of sufficient; I got a reliable answer.
Particularly, Roxy and Lilia might have some place in their mind about Gisu, but they didn't show any complaint or disapproval, and were in agreement with the fight against Gisu.
President Orsted is the next person to have the staff meeting with.
Even if I say staff, Ariel, Cliff, and Miko are not here, but.....
Still, Sylphy, Roxy, Eris, and Aisha - with these four people, I was sitting with Zanoba to have him make something for me.
While moving with the horse-drawn carriage that is owned by the Mercenary Group, I picked up Zanoba in the middle and am now on my way to the office.
"Then, Zanoba, I'll be relying on you about the matter concerning the Magic Armor."
Along the way, we were planning about the powering up of the Magic Armor.
Resuming development of 『Mk. III』.
One more thing to add to that is the matter of the preparation of a trump card. After watching my Magic Armor, Gisu might come up with something; I want to add measures on this side for once as well.
"I understand Master, since the amount of workers has recently increased here, it might just be possible."
"In that case, let me help you out as well."
While listening to my plan, I entrusted Zanoba, who was striking his chest.
The one who cut in our conversation was none other than Roxy.
"I have also been increasing my knowledge regarding magic battle formations; I think I can assist you on that."
An assistant, huh?
Certainly I would be grateful, but is it ok?
Honestly, its construction and maintenance is very complex to the point that even I am not able to do it sometimes.
"Is it really fine? ...I think it's too difficult to just dabble in."
"Geez, Rudi, just who do you think you're facing towards and inquiring with?"
"S-sorry, that was rude of me!"
I recovered the balance of my mind! [9]
Even though there is no such thing that Roxy-sensei isn't capable of doing!
Just what am I saying?
I am a foolish guy! Good grief, it would have been good if I died!
"Even I have been continuously studying for Rudi's sake.
I could help out with the maintenance and improvement after looking at Zanoba's or Cliff's research papers....."
"Sensei......."
Come to think of it, she was depicted as a Fire Saint Class in Magic in Shirone, right......?
It was not because she was able to do that in the former days; it could be that doing Magic training after coming back from Magic University might have given out results.
"I understand. I'll let you look after the Magic Armor and entrust my life to sensei!"
"Entrust it to me."
I was thinking that the Magic Armor's progress would not advance much further since Cliff is not here; it's a pleasant miscalculation.
If Roxy made the Armor, it would be tremendously strong.
Even if the raw materials only consist of cardboard, perhaps it would be able to crush three Orsteds put in order? [10]
"Don't underestimate me like that just because Cliff is not here."
While saying that, Roxy puffed her breasts.
Looks like she has self-confidence in this. If that's the case, then the plan for improvement may also become true.
"Hahaha, I just can't match up to master's master!"
With Zanoba's single sentence, the entirety of the carriage was wrapped up with laughter.
"......"
Inside it was an unexpectedly quiet character.
It's Eris.
While deep in thought, she is looking outside the window.
Eris might also be recalling the things regarding Gisu.
Eris said one thing or another and fairly got emotionally attached to Gisu after meeting by chance with him in the Great Forest.
There is also the memory of her getting taught cooking by him.
Eris's compatibility with various people is poor; Gisu was someone who matched her rhythm.
"......?"
Sylphy, who was sitting next to me suddenly grasped my arm tightly.
"Rudi, you alright?"
".....Eh? Ah, I'm alright."
I didn't quite get in what way or how I'm alright, but for now I gave that answer.
The matter regarding Gisu was a big shock, but still it's alright.
Sylphy's stomach has also increased a little bit from before.
It was discovered that she was 3 months pregnant; it's been 1 month since then, so estimating some more time, it can be assumed that she's more or less 5 months in.
"What about Sylphy?"
"Unlike others, I was not particularly acquainted with Gisu, so..."
"I see."
That was not something I was expecting to hear, but I guess it's fine if that topic is not touched upon.
She might have some composure because there is a second person.
However, caution is advised.
A long time ago, Hitogami also said that.
Something about how fate becomes ambiguous during pregnancy, so it becomes easier to kill women with strong fate.
The fact Hitogami said that remains, so a Demon Beast was summoned for protection on Orsted's advice.
That's why it should be fine, but as I thought, some anxiety still remains.
What to do?
I want one more relief ingredient.
If there is something that can be done...
I think I'll be able to do something.
Ah.
"I think until Gisu is dealt with, we should stop doing erotic things."
I thought the words that came out of my mouth weren't mine.
Sylphy was staring in puzzlement, Roxy with a gaping mouth, and Eris was doing side-long glances; all three of them respectively looked at me.
"Ummm......if Rudi wants that, I don't mind?"
"I don't mind, but.....do you want to have a Buddhist prayer?" [11]
"I might have mentioned this before, but it's easier for Hitogami to aim at us during pregnancy. Gisu might also be aiming for that, so let's stop for a short while."
They look like they've heard that for the first time.
Did I not tell them about it before?.......
I told them, but they might've forgotten.
"It can't be helped."
It looked like Eris was discontent, but she didn't object.
She muttered that while returning her gaze back to the window.
"But I don't think Rudeus will be able to abide by that promise."
That's a bitter comment.
I don't have much confidence in the lower half of my body.
I am untrustworthy.
I might be calm right now, but it's the male instinct to shoot when the bullet is loaded.
And then, if the firing hammer is cocked, I'll probably shoot if it's now or never.
"I don't think even Sylphy would be able to reject."
"Uuuu.......even I will be able to uphold it if that's what Rudi wants."
"No way. Rudi will say 'just a little,' and then you'll allow it while saying 'if it's just a little', right?"
".......I'll probably allow it."
That might be possible if I just feel them up. If I can at least hug them to replenish my energy......
'Just a little' - that feeling is fatal.
"That's why I will always stay beside Rudi, and if he tries to do something, I'll hit him."
If I try to do something erotic.
Eris will hit me.
I'll lose consciousness. And forget about it by the time I wake up.
It's perfect.
"I'll be in your care."