Now, it had been nearly a month since I came to the human world. For now, let me look back at what happened during that time.
The first problem that arose when I came to the human world was clothing, food, and shelter. After all, I had come to this world with nothing but my body. As a knight (lol), I wanted to avoid becoming homeless at all costs, but this was resolved surprisingly easily.
"Leave it to me."
Yes, our beloved goddess mom. With her power, she gave me a splendid house that was too spacious for living alone. Not only that. She even prepared living expenses for the time being and a family register for me that shouldn't have existed originally.
Of course, I was grateful for this. But at the same time, I couldn't help but wonder why she was doing so much for me. From her perspective, I was just one ordinary human.
"That doesn't matter. I'll watch over you so you can live a happy life. That's my responsibility."
...When she answered that way, I thought, ah, this person really is a god after all.
So I began my new life in this world. And now, I was standing in front of the school gate of a certain academy. The name was Kuoh Private Academy. It was apparently originally an all-girls school. But that doesn't matter now. The problem is why I'm here.
(Really, how did it come to this...)
While gazing at the towering school building, I muttered this to myself.
The original trigger was a conversation with mom three days ago. At night, when I was playing with Kuroka... ah, Kuroka is the name of the cat I protected when I beat up that rapist. Right after protecting her, this cat was quite weak from injuries and exhaustion, so to help her, I remembered the special privilege of having one wish granted as an apology for the misunderstanding from mom, and I asked, "Please let me use all the spirit commands from all old and new Super Robot Wars games."
Spirit commands... simply put, they're like magic. There are ones that increase damage dealt to enemies, or conversely reduce damage received from enemies, but among them are also ones that heal allies. Well, it would be fine to just ask for the ability to use regular magic, but I thought it would be better to keep it unified with the Super Robot Wars connection.
After having my wish granted, I immediately used the recovery-type spirit command "Trust" on the cat. It felt strange to use trust on a cat, but right after using it, sparkling light enveloped the cat and I was relieved to see that the wounds on her body disappeared instantly, confirming it had worked properly. The usage was like having a list appear in my head and selecting from it.
The cat seemed surprised too, as she got up from lying down and started spinning around in place. That sight was so endearing that I ended up petting her head. At first she seemed wary, but when I kept persistently petting her, she eventually started showing me her belly. I confirmed then that she was female.
I had healed her injuries, but that didn't mean goodbye. I decided to keep this cat. So I tried to give her a name, but couldn't decide, and the day passed.
That night, I had a strange dream. A dream where I received a piece of paper from a woman with a blurred silhouette. "Kuroka" was written on it. It was a weird dream, but thinking it might have some meaning, I gave the cat the name Kuroka as it was.
What? How did I know it was a woman even though the silhouette was blurred? Well, there's no way a person with two big fruits on their chest could be male. Ah, now that I think about it, she seemed similar to the woman I helped back then...
...I've gotten quite off track. While I was playing with Kuroka, mom suddenly contacted me. When I asked what was wrong, mom said:
"Why don't you try going to school?"
When I tilted my head wondering what she meant, mom answered. As I explained initially, I was sent to this world to enjoy student life once more. Though things had deviated quite a bit from the plan, why not try it?
However, going to school again at twenty-four seemed questionable. But it would be rude to waste mom's consideration. I'd already received so much support, so it would be strange to refuse just this.
After thinking a bit, I decided to accept mom's proposal. Incidentally, it was revealed here that my current physical age is seventeen. No wonder I looked younger than game Al-Van-sensei when I saw myself in the mirror.
And today, three days later. Wearing the Kuoh Academy uniform that had been prepared somehow, I left home. I didn't know the location, but I happened to find a male student wearing the same uniform and followed him without being noticed.
After several dozen minutes, I somehow managed to reach Kuoh Academy. However, perhaps finding it suspicious that I was just standing there looking up at the school building, I could feel gazes directed at me from around. I could almost hear voices saying "Fake high schooler, lol" or "Wearing a uniform at twenty-four... cosplay?" In maximum discomfort, I moved. I'll just ask for directions to the faculty room and get away from here.
"Excuse me, could I have a moment?"
I called out to the nearest girl. As soon as she saw my face, she blushed and looked down. So she doesn't even want me in her sight.
"Wh-what is it?"
"Sorry, but could you tell me where the faculty room is?"
Ah, I'm glad I had Al-Van-sensei's speech pattern. If it had been my natural self, the mental damage might have been too great and I would have spoken in a tearful voice. While watching the girl explain in a flustered manner, I was slightly depressed.
I thanked the girl and started moving. I don't intend to doubt mom now, but if I go to the faculty room and they say "We haven't heard anything about that," I might never recover.
"Th-then I'll guide you to the classroom."
Well, nothing like that happened, and a female teacher welcomed me when I entered the faculty room. This person who introduced herself as Yamada is apparently my homeroom teacher, but she clearly looks younger than my previous self. Also, her breasts are amazing. They're bouncing just from walking to the classroom like this.
"Then, please come in when I give the signal."
Saying that, Yamada-sensei went into the classroom first.
"Good morning, everyone."
"Good morning, Maya-chan!"
"You're cute today too!"
"Th-thank you... N-no, that's not it, you shouldn't tease your teacher!"
Such voices could be heard from inside. It seems she has a good relationship with the students. Well, I can understand why. She seems kind, and above all, she's cute.
"A-ahem! Actually, I have an announcement for everyone today. Starting today, a new member will join this class."
"Ohhh!" cheers echoed. Ah, this energy feels nostalgic somehow... Maybe I'm getting old for thinking such things. Then there were boys asking if it was a boy or girl. Girls asking if he was handsome when the teacher answered it was a boy. To which the teacher replied, "Um, well, it's better if you see for yourself." Good judgment. It would be tough for me if expectations were raised here.
"Please come in."
The teacher's signal came. I steeled myself, opened the door, and stepped into the classroom. At that moment, the classmates who had been making noise until just now all closed their mouths at once. ...What's with that reaction? Was I that disappointing?
"Haah..."
Someone's sigh sounded particularly loud. This is definitely decided. Damn it, was this my destined fate after all... Even the teacher seems confused by the unexpected reaction.
"W-well then, let's have you introduce yourself."
In this atmosphere!? No, self-introduction doesn't depend on atmosphere. Then if I calm down here and give a good impression with my self-introduction, I can still recover!
"I'm Kanzaki Ryouma, who will become a member of this class starting today. Please treat me well."
I gave a greeting that went beyond cool to the extreme of unfriendliness. Ah, I feel like the atmosphere in the room got even worse. The teacher considerately said "Does anyone have questions?" but no one raised their hand.
After the morning homeroom ended like that, it's now the few minutes of break time before first period starts. I was sitting in the back seat by the window, spacing out while looking at the scenery outside. Why am I doing this? Because no one talks to me. I can hear things like "H-hey, you go talk to him" or "Y-you go talk to him" reaching my ears. If you don't want to, you don't have to force yourself. Rather, just leave me alone...
Just as I was about to go solo on the loner road... she appeared before me.
"Could I have a moment?"
She was there in front of me when I turned my face from the scenery toward her.
---Beautiful crimson long hair that seemed like art just by itself.
---Refined features that would make anyone turn around if she walked down the street.
---An outstanding figure that would put even mediocre models to shame, visible even through her uniform.
Had there ever been a day when I resented my lack of vocabulary as much as today? In front of me as I froze, she gave a gentle smile while introducing herself.
"Nice to meet you. I'm Rias Gremory. Please treat me well from now on, Kanzaki-kun."
.....
So this starts one year before the main story begins. Though from next time, the main story will already start... The protagonist will be a third-year like Rias.