The Next Day
The next day, I found myself in a rather precarious situation as I made my way toward the academy's Grand Colosseum.
More specifically, the problem was the girl walking beside me.
"Baby~"
I nearly stumbled.
"…Alice, we're in public."
I glanced around discreetly, only to find several students turning their heads in our direction.
Some were staring openly, while others whispered among themselves, seemingly delighted to have discovered something interesting to gossip about.
Alice, however, appeared completely unbothered.
"Hm? So, what's the problem?"
She tilted her head innocently, though the faint smirk playing on her lips betrayed her true intentions.
Judging by that expression, she was perfectly aware of what she was doing to me and was thoroughly enjoying every second of it.
I could only sigh inwardly.
This girl…
