*POV Professor Athena*
People say that I'm a genius. Mastering magic well, becoming a professor at a young age, many things. But, am I happy with that? Of course, I'm happy. It's just that my life is very lonely.
From childhood, I didn't have parents, relatives or anything. I was all alone. So, I was determined to change my life. Day and night I studied magic and mastered it. Until finally, I became a professor at only 20 years old.
I thought, now that my life has changed I will definitely not feel lonely anymore, or so I thought. But, wherever my life went, there was only loneliness.
*Back to Sirius' POV*
The next morning, I exercised my body as usual. Starting the day by exercising my body is a normal part of my life as Sirius now, after all I have to keep my body fit.
Ever since the contract with Rurie, I felt something different about my body. Like, my body feels more fit and stronger. I don't know if this is just my imagination or what.
"Hey, Rurie. You said earlier that by contracting with you I could use your power, right? Can you explain in more detail?" I asked Rurie who was eating her snack.
"Of course, Sirius-sama. So, since you made a contract with me you can also use my power! That means you can use my power too!"
"So you're saying that I can use your power even if it's not directly from you, Rurie?"
"Yes, Sirius-sama. You can use my power without having to rely on me!" Ah, that's right! If I'm not mistaken, your mana will also increase. Your body feels lighter, right, Sirius-sama?"
It's true. Ever since I contracted with her my body has gotten fitter and lighter. So it's because the amount of mana inside my body increased.
"It seems to be true."
"Fufu, you will never regret contracting with me!" Rurie said with an arrogant tone.
That was quite funny.
"Rurie, sorry but you have to turn into a necklace again. Is that okay?" I asked, as I had to go attend class.
"Of course! I'm fine as long as I'm near you, Sirius-sama!" Rurie smiled and immediately turned into a necklace.
Then, I prepared to go to class. Just as I opened the door, I bumped into Siena. It seemed like she was also just getting ready.
"Ah, Sirius. Good morning." She said
"Good morning, Siena. You're up early." I replied
"Yes. Want to go together?"
"Sure."
We decided to go together to the classroom.
"By the way Sirius, you're wearing a necklace now." Siena asked looking at the necklace I was wearing.
"Yes. I just got it yesterday, is that weird?"
"No, it's not. It suits you, Sirius."
"Thank you."
While I was talking to Siena, I suddenly felt goosebumps... (Rurie was upset that Sirius was close to that girl/Siena):3
*After class*
I felt something strange with Rurie, during class earlier I always invited her to talk using telepathy, but she was just silent. Why?
"Rurie, are you upset with me?"
"..."
Still no answer.
Ah!
"Rurie, if you want to talk I'll give you lots of snacks. That's only if you want to talk to me." I said, trying to persuade Rurie.
"Ah. Okay! I'll talk to you, Sirius-sama!"
Immediately replied...
"Heh, alright. So, what are you upset about? All day I could feel your negative aura." I asked.
"That's... I'm just upset that you're close to another girl, Sirius-sama." She said.
Huh? So it's because of my conversation with Siena this morning? I didn't expect that, it seems like she's jealous, heh.
"You're jealous, Rurie?" I tried to tease her.
"H-huh? Y-yes, m-what if I'm jealous? I'm just... A little upset..."
"Haha, yeah I know. But, don't get too upset about such a small thing." I said.
"Okay..."
While walking towards the practice hall, I found Professor Athena chatting with a man. My eyes were immediately drawn to that man. That man, was the source of the incident involving professor Athena. He was already moving.
I immediately changed my plans for the practice, and quickly approached the two of them. Not to show up, just to pay attention first.
As soon as the man left, I approached Professor Athena.
"Professor, what are you doing here?" I asked
"Sirius. Why are you here?" Professor Athena smiled.
"I saw the professor earlier so I thought I should say hello." I replied, "That guy from earlier, do you know him professor?" I continued to ask.
"Ah, no. I don't know him, he was just helping me earlier so we talked a bit. Why do you ask?"
"No, I don't. I'm just curious, professor."
"Oh. I see, you can be curious about small things too, Sirius." The professor said with a chuckle.
"Of course, I'm interested even if it's something small. If it concerns you, professor."
Perhaps this is a bit out of character for Sirius, but I thought of some ways to prevent the professor from being in danger.
"E-eh... What are you saying, Sirius? I-I'm a professor..." His face reddened slightly.
"I know, professor. But why? Can't I be interested in you, professor Athena?" I answered rather bluntly this time.
"T-there's nothing wrong with being interested... But I'm a professor, and you're a student, Sirius. That's... It's not appropriate."
"I see, I understand professor. I'm sorry."
"N-no! It's okay, Sirius. Then, I'll leave first. There are still some things I need to do."
Then, professor Athena left.
"Rurie."
"Yes, Sirius-sama?"
"You saw the man who was talking to Professor earlier, right? Can you feel a trace of his mana?"
"Of course, Sirius-sama. Do you want to know where that person went?"
"Yeah."
"Then, I will start looking for Sirius-sama."
'Search'
"I found his trail. From here, she headed that way, Sirius-sama."
That direction, the Northern forest.
"Good, Rurie. I'll follow her, just make sure you don't lose track of where, Rurie."
"Okay."
I went towards the direction of the Northern forest, which happened to be not far from the academy.
I followed the trail of where Rurie felt, while being aware of the surroundings. Basic reconnaissance and secret pursuit, must always be vigilant. Don't let the person being followed realize it.
"Wait, Sirius-sama."
Rurie suddenly stopped her steps. By the way, she changed into her original body now.
"What's wrong?" I asked.
"In front of... I felt something strange." She said.
In front, I felt it too. An unpleasant negative aura. I could guess what was ahead. The night finger organization. They're a group that's crazy about ancient dark magic. The organization that the protagonist of the main story is hunting.
Damn. I didn't expect to face them so soon, it's not going to be easy. Well, for now I will retreat first. I've got important information now, I'd better go back first and plan ahead. Regarding the incidents that will occur. As much as possible, I must prevent it.