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Classmate wa Isekai de Yuusha ni Natta kedo, Ore dake Gendai Nihon ni Okizari ni Narimashita - Chapter 116

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Chapter 116: Long-cherished Desire

"……"

I access the organization’s database through the dedicated terminal assigned to me—just like always.

I’ve known for a long time that this terminal, as well as all safe houses, are equipped with surveillance devices.

That’s why I’ve made it a habit to check every single record in the database—to deceive those watching me through the surveillance systems.

(Case ADXX-40019de... This one.)

A post-incident report of a psychic ability explosion that occurred 10 years ago.

This is the reason I joined this organization and continued working as an agent.

The reason I followed even the most unreasonable commands from above.

All of it was for the sake of reading this report, and understanding what really happened on that day, at that time.

(The surveillance feed is being fed false information. It'll take them at least 30 minutes to notice what I’m really doing.)

As I scroll through the contents of the report, I simultaneously copy the data onto a USB drive.

Now, there’s no longer any reason for me to remain in this organization.

Time to make my exit.

(Goodbye, Osamu. Goodbye, Kyōri.)

After whispering a silent farewell in my heart, I quietly left the safe house.

◇◇◇

“Hey, Alicia’s not here today.”

It had been two weeks since the cultural festival incident. Just like usual, I was chatting about trivial things with my guy friends when Rentarō suddenly noticed that Alicia hadn’t shown up at school yet.

There was barely a minute left before homeroom. For someone like Alicia, who had never been late before, this was unusual.

Maybe she got called in for some kind of work by the organization?

“Everyone, please take your seats. Homeroom is starting.”

Just as I was thinking that, Mr. Koshimizu entered the classroom and prompted everyone to return to their seats.

He took attendance and began to go over a few announcements.

“As I mentioned earlier, during today's LHR, we’ll be doing an orientation for next week’s field trip. Please have the materials I handed out previously ready. And also...”

“?”

Mr. Koshimizu glanced at me for a moment, then turned his gaze to the entire class.

“Alicia-san has transferred due to family circumstances. The group assigned to her for the field trip should adjust accordingly. That’s all for morning homeroom.”

With a flat tone, he left the classroom after saying that.

But the class couldn't hide their shock at Alicia’s sudden transfer.

Kyōri and I were no exception.

(Alicia transferred? Was it a decision by the organization? But considering the mission she was given…)

I tried to think of possible reasons, but none felt convincing.

“Osamu-kun, the first period is in a different classroom.”

“Ah, right. Thanks for the reminder, Kyōri.”

Snapping back to reality after Kyōri’s words, I gathered my things and headed with her toward the audiovisual room for class.

That’s when—

“Kudō-san, may I have a word?”

I thought Mr. Koshimizu had already gone to the staff room, but he suddenly called out to Kyōri.

“Yes? What is it?”

“Could you come to the clubroom after school? There's something important we need to discuss.”

“Understood. Should I let Ikoma-senpai know as well?”

“No, please do not tell Ikoma-san. And also—”

He glanced at me, then spoke apologetically.

“Iori-san, I’d like you to come as well. It’s something that’s difficult to discuss openly.”

“…But I’m not a member of the literature club.”

“Yes, I know. But I still need you to be there.”

His words made even less sense, and while I stood there confused, Mr. Koshimizu apologized for keeping us and walked off toward the staff room.

“…What was that about?”

“Not sure…”

Riddled with confusion, but with class about to begin, we headed for the audiovisual room.

Later that day…

After school, Kyōri and I went to the literature club’s room. Mr. Koshimizu was already there, waiting for us.

“Um, sensei… why did you call us here?”

“Let me ask you something first. Did either of you meet with Alicia last night?”

His question made me raise an eyebrow.

Why would he ask if we saw Alicia—who supposedly transferred—last night?

“No, I didn’t see her.”

“Me neither.”

“Are you sure? Do your memories of not seeing her feel off in any way?”

Another strange question. But no matter how you spin it, we didn’t see Alicia.

Besides, my house is protected by drones that constantly block memory-altering interference, so my recollection can’t be tampered with.

In short, I didn’t see her. That’s a fact.

“There’s nothing odd about my memory. I haven’t seen her since homeroom yesterday.”

“…I see.”

His tone grew slightly more serious, and then he let out a breath of relief.

Next, with a stern expression—Mr. Koshimizu bowed deeply before us.

“I sincerely apologize for doubting you both. I know this is incredibly rude after what I’ve done, but… would you please listen to what I have to say?”

“Uh, what…?”

“Koshimizu-sensei…?”

Kyōri and I were stunned by his sudden change in demeanor, as he kept his head bowed and continued speaking.

“I’m an agent from the same organization as Alicia—in fact, I was assigned here as her subordinate. And last night, Alicia fled the organization, taking classified data with her.”

He lifted his head, his expression deadly serious.

“I know full well how capable you two are. Please—I beg you. Help us capture Alicia, before she can make contact with those who would harm this country.”



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