E-book Bonus: Newly Written Short Story
Train Line Express Case
"Is this Crimson Theater we're going to a famous theater?"
"According to what I investigated, it seems to be a building with quite a history."
On that day, invited to a certain event, Lilitea and I boarded a train to head to the theater that was the venue. The occupancy rate was a little over 80%.
Standing side by side, we grasped the straps and were swayed right and left.
"Lilitea, it looks like one seat opened up there, why don't you sit?"
"No thank you. Please go ahead, Sakuya-sama."
"Then I'll stand too."
"Is that so."
Saying that, Lilitea turned the tip of her nose primly toward the train window.
Seeing that, I took a small breath. Smelling something noble drifting from her.
Of course, I know the reason for Lilitea's nobility. I know it well. But rather than that, right now I want to discuss the figure of Lilitea grasping the strap.
Look at it. She is doing her best to stretch her hand out straight and grasp the strap. And not just hooking her fingertips in a perfunctory manner, but gripping it firmly and dutifully to ensure safety.
Next, observe Lilitea's feet closely. Look, she's lifting her heels slightly, isn't she? What is this? Tiptoes.
Lilitea falls into the category of petite even for a girl, but since she doesn't wear high-heeled shoes usually, she naturally ends up in this posture.
If it were just that, it would be fine. I wouldn't discuss it this noisily.
The problem is that while making such tear-jerking efforts in secret, Lilitea chooses to stand next to me while feigning an expression that says, "I am not standing on tiptoes or anything?"
In other words, don't you think it's kind of... nice?
...Who on earth am I speaking passionately to?
At that moment, the train braked suddenly, and my body swayed greatly.
"Woopsie! Lilitea, sorr...!"
My footing wavered, and I fell toward Lilitea.
I tried to apologize instinctively but—there was no particular need.
Lilitea remained in her spot without budging, unfazed even by my accidental tackle.
"Core strength is strong!"
As if to say My training is different, I felt like Lilitea smiled thinly and nobly.
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