I Was Caught up in a Hero Summoning, but That World Is at Peace

<Author's Notes>

I didn't have much time, so today's chapter is a bit short.

Since this is a sightseeing boat with autopilot, the speed was quite slow, probably to enjoy the scenery. At first, I couldn’t enjoy the view at all due to feeling confused and tense about the whole shoulder-hugging situation…… but after some time passed, my nervousness started to calm down.

[……The view is nice, isn’t it? There are quite a few places where you can look down from a high vantage point, but seeing it like this from the waterway gives a completely different vibe.]

[Yeah. I’ve never been, but I wonder if places like Venice, which are called the "City of Water", have a similar atmosphere? Well, I’m just imagining it though.]

[Ah, yeah, the image definitely feels like that, right?]

Kaori-san, being someone who quickly adapts, was initially tense right after the shoulder hug, but now she seemed pretty relaxed, leaning on me and enjoying the view at a leisurely pace.

On the other hand, Olivia-san still seemed to be transmitting a lot of nervous energy. Though she had calmed down a few times, it seemed like she would tense up again shortly afterward, repeating that cycle.

[How about you, Olivia-san? Are you enjoying the view?]

[……Olivia-san, let’s calm down, okay? Try to relax a bit more……]

[I cannot speak falsehoods to Miyama Kaito-sama, so, though I am fully aware of my embarrassment, I must confess honestly…… I do feel apologetic about it, but that's impossible. No, not that I find the current state uncomfortable, but I would appreciate being held a little tighter——– m- my apologies! I misspoke! At any rate, for someone inexperienced like me, this situation is quite stimulating, and I have judged it impossible to become accustomed to it in such a short time, so I beg your leniency.]n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

[Ah, yes.]

She was quite flustered, responding "It's impossible to calm down." in a polite tone that even seemed somewhat proud. But the fact that she stated it wasn’t uncomfortable to have her shoulder hugged made it seem like she actually desired the situation to continue. It felt like she was both nervous and embarrassed, but also happy…… That’s the kind of vibe I got from her.

Well, in any case, the way she hastily spoke with such politeness was very much like Olivia-san, and it was rather adorable.

[By the way, how long does it usually take to go around once?]

[They say it normally takes about 45 minutes, but on a date course, they drive slower than usual, so it takes about an hour.]

[I see. Well, we still have plenty of time, so it seems like we can relax.]

Although it's just a rough estimate, it's been about 10 to 15 minutes, so we still seem to have plenty of time.

An hour might sound long, but considering we’re moving through the waterway on a boat for sightseeing, it seems like just the right amount of time. Surprisingly, once you get used to it, the wide, long seats feel almost like sofas, and they’re quite comfortable, so I feel like I can relax.

Olivia-san is still feeling quite nervous, but I can also sense that she’s starting to enjoy herself to some extent. So, I think I’ll continue to enjoy the sightseeing while engaging in some light, casual conversation, with two flowers embraced in my arms.

<Afterword>

Serious-senpai : [……B- But the thing is…… Those two aren't even his lovers, yet they're holding hands, interlocking fingers, hugging, and even embracing them by the shoulders…… Isn't that a bit too fast? The sweetness level's rising, so maybe we should calm down a bit here……]