I Became A Third-Rate Villain In The Hero Academy [On Hold]

Chapter 69 Nice: Trust (2)

"We're running out of time, so let's grab a meal at the school cafeteria. Although I do wish we could celebrate our first-place victory at a restaurant."

"Everyone has plans, so let's save that meal for later."

"Ugh, fine."

Theo and Aisha stepped off the carriage.

"...Where are you two going?" Piel, who was near the stop, asked.

Theo remained silent.

Flustered, Aisha glanced back and forth between Theo and Piel before speaking up.

"We have a club meeting."

"...I see."

Piel didn't say anything further. She cast a quick, intense gaze at the two.

"Let's get moving, Aisha. You mentioned you're on a tight schedule."

"Ah, yes, yes!"

Theo briefly glanced at Piel and briskly walked past her.

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After dinner, instead of heading to the club meeting, I made my way to the training field of the Hero Department.

I wasn't there for a workout.

Whooooosh─

I came to take a shower.

Couldn't stand feeling dirty.

Walking into the training grounds, I thought back to Aisha's words.

[Oh my, you're more meticulous than me, and I'm a girl. You, the great heir of the Waldeurk family... Anyway, I'll wait for you, so hurry up and freshen up!]

······ It's not like I enjoy this.

Ever since my conversation with Rok in the cabin, I've been uneasy.

"Huff."

The shower was refreshing, relieving some of my stamina.

After the shower, I changed into a fresh academy uniform I had packed and spritzed some cologne.

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Aisha and I arrived at the café where today's tactical strategy club meeting was taking place.

The spacious area had a simple interior with minimal decorations. I had been here before.

The other club members had already gathered.

"Nice to meet you."

"We're late. Ah, I see the discussion hasn't kicked off yet. Sorry for holding things up."

"We can't start without you, Aisha. Andrew refused to share any details, so, Aisha, could you fill us in? Tell us the thrilling tale of how you guys captured the culprit of the magic dungeon incident!"

Ah, that explains why Andrew had a sour expression on his face.

'But he hasn't denied anything so far...'

Not only Andrew, but now the others were trapped in my grasp as well.

Finally, the hardships have come to an end, and happiness is just around the corner.

I should also enjoy some of the perks.

'Hehe.'

I chuckled inwardly and took a seat.

"Oh, as I mentioned before, that's a difficult story to share. I apologize, but... it's a secret."

Aisha, drenched in sweat, also found her place.