The World Is Overflowing with Monster, I’m Taking a Liking to This Life

Chapter 114: Beginning of the Sixth Day

Dawn.

Its the morning of the sixth day.

When I wake myself up and look to the sides, I see Rikka-chan lying there. She is breathing in and out in a cute manner.

Chief Shimizu and Nijou are besides her, and when I look around, I see that the other women are sleeping as well.

(It reminds me of a school trip)

Sleeping together in a large room. It really feels like a school trip. The only difference is that this isnt a trip. Rather, it is a matter of survival. There isnt any ticket to go back home.

I check my appearance and see that its still Ichinose-sans.

(What a relief that the effect of the Art of Transformation lasted even in my sleep.) Otherwise, I would need to waste some time and effort. Although I cannot use other Ninjutsus while I am like this, this Ninjutsu might be the best when it comes to fuel consumption.

Even so

I look around the room. Everyone has bad sleeping habits. Nijous stomach is exposed while Chief Shimizus hair, which is usually in the shape of a dango, is in a mess. Its something that cannot be imagined from her usual dignity.

How come a gyaru like Rikka-chan have the best sleeping habit? Also, the wonderful bulges can be seen despite a blanket covering her. They rise and fall as she breathes. Thank you very much. I appreciate the view for the time being.

You have received a mail.

Hm?

Good morning. Did you sleep well yesterday? Also, please dont stare at Ricchan (especially her chest) in a perverted manner. Oof.

This girl is scary. Shes too sharp. While exchanging mails with her yesterday, I was about to tell her that Rikka-chan would be sleeping next to me, but my skill and instinct told me that something would break if I did, so I left it alone.

Hmmm. Hey, good morning, Natsun

Rikka-chan opens her eyes as this is happening. She looks towards me while rubbing her eyes. Its refreshing to see her like this as her hair is normally tied into a side-tail. Also, she slept with only her shirt and underwear on, which was quite erotic. Thank you.

Yes, good morning to you as well.

?

Then, Rikka-chan tilts her head in confusion before slapping her hand with her fist.

Right it was onii-san inside

Did you forget the setting again? Well, she just woke up, so she might be still be confused. I smile and put a finger on Rikka-chan, a sign telling her, You cant say that out loud.

Unsorry

She nods back and forth. Still half-asleep, she tries to bit my finger.

What are you, a chick?

I avoid her bite quickly by pulling back.

I think others are about to get up.

I can see signs of Nijou and Chief Shimizu waking up. I was paying attention to them, so they shouldnt have heard our conversation. Even if they did, we can just say that they were hearing things because they just woke up.

Ah? You two are already awake?

Hm Good morning

Chief Shimizu and Nijou wake up. I bow lightly towards them. Im supposed to be a shy person.

Rikka-chan greets them normally.

The four of us leave the room and wash our face in the bathroom. It seems the toothbrushes and cups must be shared. Well, it cant be helped.

Afterwards, we change clothes. I already changed mine, so I leave the room and wait outside. I will not openly peek at them changing clothes.

Rikka-chan told me that she doesnt care, but youre just too careless. Be a little more modest. Boys would misunderstand your intentions. Also, while you might b fine, there are Chief Shimizu and Nijou that I also have to consider.

Nishino comes while I am sitting on a long bench by the hallway. I can also see the figure of Shibata-kun and Goshogawarasan? When Nishino notices me, he waves lightly at me.

Good morning.

Ah, yes g-good morning

Wheres Rikka?

Shes still changing.

Oh, is that so? Then well also wait here. Is that okay with you?

I dont mind, so I sit towards the end of the bench. Nishino-kun sits next to me with Shibata sitting next to him. Goshogawara-san remains standing.

Did you have a good sleep?

Nishino-kun initiates a conversation.

Ah, yes I slept well

You dont have to speak so politely well, I guess it cant be helped. We are almost complete strangers to begin with. Yes, yes.

But the situation is the situation. I would appreciate it if you could cooperate with me. Um well

Hey, you! Nishino-san has been trying to talk to you. What is up with your attitude? Shibata-kun glares at me as if he cant stand my attitude (acting).

Experience has reached a certain threshold.

Acting has increased from LV 2 to LV 3.

Oh, I did it. My skill level went up. As I thought, its easy to level up when the skill level is low. While making a guts pose within my head, I cower while crying Hiiiiiiii.

From the gun on my back, I feel Aka asking me if Im okay.

Its fine. Im just acting, Aka.

Stop, Shibata.

Apologies, Nishino-san. I just

Shibata, youre apologizing to the wrong person. You should apologize to her, not me. Then, Shibata-kun walks to where I am and lowers his head.

Im sorry. I was becoming hot blooded.

Ah, well its okay

Oh, quite straightforward. Im honestly surprised by his attitude. Its completely different from the condescending attitude he had towards everyone except his friends at the Home center.

(Stare)

What is it?

No, nothing

Hmm what a weird person

He has grown. I look at him with a smile on my face. For some reason, Shibata turns away while turning slightly red. (TN: I know the protagonist looks like Ichinose right now, but no thanks.) Nisshi? Oh, and Shibacchi as well.

Rikka-chan who has finished changing comes out of the room. Chief Shimizu and Nijou appear as well.

Good morning, Rikka. Did you sleep well?

Yeah, I feel great.

Chief Shimizu and Nijou also give their greetings. After that, we move to the dining room together. Breakfast consists of sports drink and nutritional food.

So little.

Chief Shimizu smiles at Rikka-chans unreserved reaction.

Breakfast itself ends within a few minutes, but we exchange information afterwards while chitchatting. The talking is mostly done by Nishino-kun and Chief Shimizu. Rikka-chan and I mainly listen. They speak about what happened at the school and the events that transpired while coming here.

Shibata tries to talk with me once in a while, but I try to ignore it.

(So Chief Shimizu arrived here after being attacked by that golem)

Apparently, the golem attacked the place where I originally worked. Im impressed they managed to escape from that. According to her, they escaped while the golem was devouring the building.

Nishino-kun is initially half-suspicious, asking whether such a stupid golem truly exits. However, when Rikka-chan and I tell him of our encounter, he finally accepts the truth. The discussion continued, but there wasnt much useful information.

A few minutes later.

Mayor Uesugi and Fujita-san enter the cafeteria.

Good morning mayor. And you, Futjia-san.

Everyone starts greeting them after Chief Shimizu speaks up.

Oh, good morning, Seems like everyones gathered here? Impressive, impressive. Mayor Uesugi returns our greeting. He isnt showing the attitude he displayed yesterday.

Did everyone have breakfast?

Yes

Chief Shimizu answers in our stead.

Twenty minutes from now, we will have todays meeting. Members from groups 1 to 5 should come to the meeting room. Be sure that everyone is there. Tell the members that arent here as well. Chief Shimizu, Nijou, and some other people nod.

So they are part of the core members.

What is this meeting about, Shimizu-san?

Nishino-kun asks.

Oh, I forgot to explain that. At this City Hall, members of the exploration team meeting twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening, to share future goals as well as the results of the days exploration. We didnt have a chance to hold a meeting yesterday evening because of the matter with the electricity. Oh, I see. By the way, is it possible for us to participate in the meeting? Eh?

Hearing Nishino-kuns request, Chief Shimizu makes a surprised expression.

We also possess skills, so we should also be considered battle potential. In that case, I believe an exchange of information would be necessary. He seems to be claiming that he is unwilling to obey order unilaterally. Chief Shimizu should probably understand that as well. She thinks for a moment with her hand touching her chin.

Yes, thats true. I understand. Ill talk with the mayor and Fujita-san. Thank you.

Thereafter, Chief Shimizu and Nijou leave the cafeteria. Rikka-chan opens her mouth after they leave.

Its surprising that youre so cooperative.

Is that so? This base has a lot of worth. Its not a bad thing to cooperate. Also, Fujita-san and the others saved us once, so we owe them. He brings up the topic of what happened previously at school and laughs sarcastically. Speaking of which, he was brainwashed by the Student Council President at that time. He seems fine now, but how did he manage to undo it?

A time limit? Or is the President dead?

Also, I instructed other member of our group to gather here by today through the Mail. If we all gather, our group will have 10 people including Ichinose-san. I looked around yesterday while the mayor was giving out his speech, and there should roughly be only 20 people here capable of fighting, among which include the woman named Shimizu and Fujita-san. Nishino-kuns conjecture is accurate. According to the conversation yesterday, there are only 17 people here capable of combat.

In other words, we would account for one third of the City Halls total battle potential. Its a number that they cannot afford to ignore. Its impossible for them to treat us like pawnsAnd it doesnt seem like theres anyone capable of brainwashing here. Nishino-kun laughs bitterly. He must have received quite a bit of shock from what happened at school. I feel an intense desire to survive and a desire to never be used as a tool coming from him. He might be more reliable like this.

(But the real problem lies somewhere else.)

Mayor Uesugi and Fujita-san will tell everyone about yesterday in the upcoming meeting. Depending on the result of the meeting, an internal divide may occur. In fact, this community might even collapse.

How will Nishino-kuns group react? Will they cooperate and trust them or will they leave While pondering on this topic, Chief Shimizu returns.

I received permission. Mayor Uesugi said that he would like you guys to join us in our meeting. Yes, thank you.

Now, can you guys follow me? Everyone else is already there.

We follow Chief Shimizu and leave the cafeteria.