Chapter 047
The next day, I went to school with Mai and noticed that many students were whispering to each other. I'm aware that I always attract attention, but today it feels like there's more than usual.
"It must be because of the news that Onii-chan has reached the ninth floor and last night's broadcast. It's only natural, since there aren't many people who are good-looking, skilled, and have a good personality!"
Mai hugged my arm as if to show off to everyone around her. At that moment, I felt the envious and jealous looks from the women and jealous and hateful looks from the men grow stronger.
Mai is not only cute, but she is also growing more feminine, and when she hugs me, her soft touch eats away at my reason. I don't think I'll give in to desire, but the mental strength needed to maintain my reason is increasing day by day.
"Good morning, Onii-san. I watched last night's broadcast."
"Good morning. Dungeon exploration is tough, isn't it?"
While we were talking, Mai's two friends joined in. I walked while telling the three of them what happened after that.
"You're beautiful, and you might get into trouble again, so do you want to film?"
"Mai, aren't you mistaken in calling your big brother beautiful? Now, be careful of cars today too."
I left Mai and the others and headed to middle school. I can't leave a record because I can turn into a spirit fox. If I stop filming at that point, it will make me suspicious, so I can't use it.
If filming becomes a condition for dungeon exploration, it could be troublesome. There was a story with a similar setting in a novel I read in my previous life. It's not impossible that it could happen in this world.
"Well, there's nothing I can do even if I worry about it, so I'll think about it when it happens."
I changed my mindset. The midterm exams are coming up soon, so I have to concentrate on studying. If I let my guard down and end up failing, I'll be in big trouble.
"... Yes, that's all for today's lesson. I wonder if you'll go into the dungeon tomorrow?"
"Yes, I need to earn money because I want weapons."
Today is Saturday, so the class ended early. I chatted with the teacher while getting ready to go home. It seems she hadn't watched last night's broadcast, so I was relieved that the topic didn't come up.
Just as I was about to leave, my smartphone vibrated. When I checked after informing the teacher, it was from the 2222 Dungeon guild.
"Yes, this is Takimoto... Oh, well, please tell THK that I'm declining all offers."
I hung up the phone and put my smartphone away. I sighed, getting a headache as Mai's words became reality.
"You seem serious, but what's wrong? I heard something about THK."
"I got into trouble while exploring a dungeon, and THK picked up on it. It was related to that. Well then, excuse me."
I don't want to tell the teacher, who showed a hint to be a fangirl, that I've been contacted by many talent agencies. As a teacher, I'm sure she would protect her students' personal information, but I'd be devastated if she spread the word.
I abruptly cut the conversation off and left the classroom. However, the conversation didn't end there. Just as I got home, my phone rang again, and the call showed that it was from the 2222 Dungeon Guild.
"I'm sorry for bothering you so much. Apparently, THK has been getting a lot of inquiries from not only talent agencies but also viewers asking, 'Who is that girl?' Someone from THK would like to meet you tomorrow."
"Okay, I understand. Where should we go?"
We then decided on a time and place to meet and hung up. I regretted not refusing to allow the use of my video if it would end up like this, but it was too late now.
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