NOVEL NEXT WORLD Chapter 9: If I had woken up a bit later, a future where a maid could have woken me up might have been possible
If I had woken up a bit later, a future where a maid could have woken me up might have been possible.
The next morning, at 6 am.
My body, tired from fulfilling roles as the young lady’s slave and being treated as food, had surprisingly recovered quite well after a night’s rest.
Most likely, sleeping on the plush bed was a major factor. As a result, I could be in the best shape I’ve ever been.
After finishing breakfast from the refrigerator, I proceeded to change into my school uniform.
It consisted of a white shirt, navy blazer, and brown checkered trousers – the male uniform of Senrin High School, where I attend.
Each grade has different colors for ties and ribbons; currently, the second-year students wear red.
When I was sold into servitude by my parents, I thought I’d never wear this uniform again, but I’m glad I can wear it now, my cheeks relaxing with relief.
It was truly fortunate that the young lady bought me.
As I contemplated repaying my debt through future efforts, a knock on the door interrupted my thoughts.
Wondering who it might be, I opened the door to find Hizuki-san standing there.
With her long silver hair and crimson eyes, she was wearing the same school uniform as me, not her maid outfit. The knee-length skirt, just like the maid attire, exuded elegance rather than the rustic feeling.
Although I had seen her several times at school, there was an odd sense of novelty in being under the same roof as her.
“Um, go-good morning?”
“Good morning, Tsujizono-san. I came to inform you about a few matters.”
Feeling surprised by the unexpected encounter, I cautiously greeted her, and she responded without any change in expression.
I had thought she might ignore me, so this reaction caught me a bit off guard.
The young lady said that Hizuki-san seemed to have trust issues with humans, but I’m relieved she doesn’t let personal emotions interfere with her work.
“It’s quite early in the morning.”
“There are early-morning duties for the staff, so we wake up at 5 am. Tsujizono-san, please keep that in mind starting tomorrow.”
“Understood.”
That won’t be a problem for me. I used to wake up at 3 am for a newspaper and milk delivery job, though all the earnings went toward the family’s food expenses.
Stop, I shouldn’t dwell on this; I’ll start crying if I remember more. I shook my head to control my emotions, and Hizuki-san continued with the conversation.
“Speaking of which, what does the early-morning work entail?”
“On weekdays, it includes patrolling the estate, doing laundry, serving breakfast in Elina-sama’s room, and washing dishes… For us students, that’s about it. I’ll explain the details of the tools and their positions tomorrow morning.”
“I see… What time should I aim to finish them before going to school?”
“It takes about a 20-minute walk from the estate to the school. Homeroom starts at 9 am, so please make sure you leave by 8:30 am. Well then…”
Having delivered the message, Hizuki-san swiftly left. She might answer work-related questions, but she doesn’t seem interested in any other conversation.
Besides, it’s quite early, and I’m curious about what she does during that time, but I doubt she’d tell me even if I asked.
Only two more days until the next vampire encounter… I hope we can get somewhat acquainted by then, but at this rate, it seems like there’s still a long way to go.
Feeling disheartened by the high walls in front of me, I finished getting ready and left my room.
Oh, right. I don’t know the way from the estate to the school at all.
I should have asked Hizuki-san… When I was about to bury my head in my hands, a familiar voice called out.
“Tsujizono-kun~ Good morning~”
“Oops. Go-good morning… Sakiba-san.”
Suddenly, I stumbled as my back was playfully slapped. When I turned around, I locked eyes with Sakiba-san.
She was also in a school uniform, but unlike the neatly dressed Hizuki, she had a beige cardigan wrapped around her waist instead of a blazer, and her skirt was quite short, revealing her thighs.
What caught my attention the most were her ample bosoms, which she accentuated by leaving the top buttons of her shirt open, leaving her cleavage fully visible.
As a guy, it was hard not to be flustered by such a sight.
“Haha. Tsujizono-kun, did you just check out Lily’s boobs~?”
“!”
However, trying to avert my gaze wouldn’t work on her as she was a succubus. In fact, she even took delight in pointing out my reaction.
If you know, at least try to conceal it.
Even with such thoughts, Sakiba had no trouble reading my male psyche and continued to smile sweetly.
“Aww~ Your face is all red, so cute~”
“Don’t tease me…!”
“No~ You’ll have to endure a lot until the next session, Tsujizono-kun~”
She’s really lively and having fun, huh?
While it might be fitting in the context of being her prey, I’m still going to end up being toyed with.
So, let’s change the subject.
“So, do you need something from me?”
“Yeah~ Elina-sama sent a smartphone for you, and she wants you to have it~”
“Huh, really? Was she able to get the phone already?”
As she said that, Sakiba handed me a smartphone with a black back.
She did mention she would prepare it yesterday, but I didn’t expect it to be this fast, so I couldn’t hide my surprise.
“She requested it during yesterday’s bloodsucking. It has the essential apps and our contact information.”
“She’s truly a kind lady…”
No matter how many times I express my gratitude, it feels like I can never fully repay her.
Even if I were to say something, I have a feeling she’d just say it’s natural to receive such things.
At least, I’ll make sure not to be wasteful.
Excited about my first smartphone, Sakiba then made a proposal, clasping her hands together.
“Oh, by the way, I came to invite you to go to school together~”
“Oh, perfect! I wanted to know the way from the estate to the school, so it’d be a great help!”
“Yay!”
As the saying goes, taking the offer when it’s presented.
Without hesitation, I agreed, and Sakiba was delighted, clasping her hands together.
Though she may be a sadist, I’ve come to realize she’s generally easygoing and a good person to get along with.
That’s how we ended up going to school together.
However, at that moment, I completely forgot about one thing, and I still had no idea I would come to deeply regret this agreement…
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