Outaishihi ni Nante Naritakunai!! Chapter 217

The suddenly brought up medicine. For a moment I was flabbergasted, not understanding what she was talking about, but before long I grasped what she meant by 'medicine'.
It's about the medicine I received from Ms. Delris to suppress Freed's libido.

"The form of backlash depends on the person who drinks it. There are times when it similarly comes back as libido, and it may come back in another form. Be careful"
"Another form…"
"Well, there's no problem with your fiancé, right. It's not necessary anymore, and it'd probably similarly come back as libido for that man. Lidi, only you would suffer damage"
"… That's"

Smoothly told something frightening like I would be locked in the bedroom for two, three days for him to unwind, I stared at a distance.
I see. Even if I want to do something about Freed's libido, I must never make him drink that medicine. If he drank it, I would have a terrible time afterwards… Let's remember that.

"I will be careful. But why did you bring that up?"

As Ms. Delris said, it's late for that. Freed obtained the King's Flower and… I'm here.
That's why I tilted my head wondering why she brought it up, but Ms. Delris only said "Just in case at least be careful" and didn't go in detail.

"Hmph. Ah, that's right. Ms. Delris. There's one more thing I want to ask about"
"Nn? What is it? You have lots of questions today"
"I'm sorry. It's fine if you can't answer. I just thought I'd try asking a little"
"Try saying it"

Urged by Ms. Delris, although I hesitated a little, I spoke.
I thought I'd ask at least once.

"… The way to cross over to a different world… Do you know it?"
"Nn?"

It must've been unexpected. Ms. Delris had a face like she didn't expect to be asked that.

"A different world… right. You say some interesting things. Do you think that such a thing really exists?"

Her voice was tinged with laughter, but her eyes were serious.
That's why, I also answered seriously.

"… Yes. I believe"

Otherwise, there's no way Shion-senpai would be here. Neither could I explain my memories.
She must've understood I said it seriously. Ms. Delris made a slightly troubled face.
I somehow began feeling sorry, so I lowered my gaze and laughed to gloss over it.

"Ahaha… I'm sorry. I just wanted to ask a little, so don't worry about it…"
"There is"

When I spun words to finish the topic, Ms. Delris said so with an extremely serious face.
When I rapidly raised my face, Ms. Delris looked me into eyes and nodded.

"Different worlds exist, and there is a way to get there. It's very difficult, and it's impossible on the spot"
"Is, is that so"

I wonder if Shion-senpai can return to Japan.
I think it's fine for Senpai to do what he wants, and it's true that I'm not going to give him hints, but after all I'm worried.
The answer was tricky, neither yes nor no.
Just that it's not impossible.

"What. Do you want to go to a different world? Do you intend to run away from that prince this late?"
"No!"

I hurriedly denied to Ms. Delris's question.
I have no lingering attachment to Japan. Besides, I promised Freed. That I'll always be with him.
That's why I'm not even thinking about that.
When I shook my head, Ms. Delris calmly said that I better not.

"It's the truth that the conditions are quite harsh. It's not that difficult to just go to a different world, but not just any world is fine, right? It can be said it's almost impossible to limit the worlds to connect to. At least three witches are needed, if possible four or five. Furthermore, there's matching weather conditions and time, but even then it's fifty-fifty… If there's a person from that world the probability increases, but it's difficult"
"Three witches…"

That alone is quite harsh. Witches are scattered all over the world.
Moreover, I have basically no idea where the witches could be.
Although I happened to get acquainted with Ms. Delris by chance, I'd need at least two more.
I don't feel I'd get acquainted with that many no matter what. It's an extremely impossible hard game.
After all it seems I won't be able to help Senpai, huh…
While I was just a little disappointed, Ms. Delris said.

"That said, I happen to know someone who can manage alone. She blunders often so I can't recommend her… Is this much fine?"
"Yes, thank you very much"

I understood she taught me as much as she could.
I guess I mustn't ask about that witch's name. Ms. Delris said she can't recommend her. That's why I thanked her, and to finish the talk drank the second cup of tea placed on the desk.
A refreshing herbal scent.
It also felt refreshing going down my throat, I felt invigorated.

"Delicious…"

As I muttered, I was taken aback.
It was… delicious?
Eh? Hurriedly I looked into the cup.
The tea that would usually have impossible colors like red or blue is light green, both the color and the drifting scent are properly that of tea.

"… Huh? Did I just say it's delicious? Or rather, it tastes normally?"
"Haa?"

Cain, who was playing with the black cat, clung to the words I said while unable to hide my turmoil.
He tossed the cat teaser and came my way.

"What do you mean by granny's tea being delicious!?"
"No, after all… If you doubt me, why don't you drink it too, Cain"

Since there's still some inside I forced it on him, and although suspiciously, Cain received it.
With just one sip his expression was painted with astonishment.

"Seriously! It's good…"
"Right!?"
"… You sure are rude children"

As me and Cain exchanged glances and shook our heads in disbelief, Ms. Delris shrugged her shoulders with an exasperated Good grief.

"Because! The usual medicinal herb tea!"
"That's the medicinal tea to improve physical condition. It uses many valuable medicinal herbs. There's no way I'd serve two or three cups of it"

Told that it's a normal tea, I and Cain solidified as if thunderstruck.

"What… was that?"
"Normal tea at Ms. Delris house…"
"That's because you always drink only one cup of tea"

Told it'd be fine if only we drank the second cup this late, my mouth opened agape.
I didn't see it, but I think it was probably the same for Cain next to me.
But, but look.
Just think about it.
Drinking tea that always has such an incredible taste, who would be able to say something like "Disgusting! One more!" to ask for another helping.
I always asked for water for the second cup and beyond.

"My goodness…"

I felt I'd collapse from dizziness. I instinctively pressed down my forehead, and Cain next to me collapsed, with both hands on the ground.
I understand how he feels.

"… Who would ask for the second cup"
"I know, right…"

With a distance eyes I nodded to the reasonable grievance. As if to say she wasn't interested, Ms. Delris sat down and sipped the delicious (delicious! It's important so I said it twice) tea.
I also sat down again and drank the tea again.

"… Delicious"
"Herbal teas are kind of my forte"
"Uuu…"

Of course, she's good enough to be called the Medicine Witch! Thinking about it, it's natural!
Ms. Delris was sipping tea with an unruffled face, but as if she couldn't endure, before long she cast down her face and began laughing.

"Kukuku…"
"Ms. Delris?"
"Granny?"

Under my and Cain's gazes Ms. Delris raised her face. Tears welled up in her eyes… It seems she laughed so much she began crying.

"It's a joke. Really, both of you got splendidly caught in it. Today is the first time I serve this tea. This is my first herbal tea. That…"

Ms. Delris began laughing like she was reminiscing.
I and Cain ended up making foolish absentminded faces again.

"First time…?"
"Yeah"
"Then until now, that was?"
"What you always call fucking disgusting medicinal herb tea"
"…"

It was a horrible bait.
I fell silent. Cain next to me again fell to his knees. His body was trembling.

"ah! What's with that, don't frighten me…"
"Sorry. You both show too interesting reactions"

Ms. Delris looked to be truly having fun as she continued laughing.
I'm glad I could make her laugh, but from the bottom of my heart I wish she'd stop startling us like that, it's bad for my heart.

"Jeez… I was surprised… Will you serve this tea the next time?"
"If I feel like it"

The usual Ms. Delris's line left me and Cain exhausted.

Time passed in a flash. While we were chatting, it was the time go home before I knew it.
I also promised Freed. I stood up to offer my farewell.

"Ms. Delris, sorry to have interrupted you. I'll slowly be going home"
"Yeah"

I waved my hand to Ms. Delris who nodded and headed for the stairs. On the way, a little something came to my mind.

"Ah, that's right"
"Nn? What's the matter?"

As I suddenly stopped walking, Ms. Delris spoke puzzledly.
I turned back and came close to Ms. Delris.
Secretly I whispered into her ear.

"Umm… however… would that be fine?"

Listening to me talk, Ms. Delris's eyes widened a little, then the corners of her mouth meaningfully lifted.

"Aah, it's ok. If that's your choice, do as you like"
"Thank you"

Ms. Delris probably understands what I intend to do.
I again thanked Ms. Delris for readily giving me the permission, and this time returned with Cain to the castle.

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Outaishihi ni Nante Naritakunai!! is getting a manga adaptation! The artist is Kuroki Natsu, the first chapter will be published on October 18 by Zero-Sum Online.

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