I Was Caught up in a Hero Summoning, but That World Is at Peace

For the time being, after taking a short break, we started climbing the stairs again. However, as expected, Olivia-san's steps were heavy. Considering her personality and other factors, I believe she would manage to climb all the way to the top, but by the time we reached the park, she'd likely be utterly exhausted.

[Olivia-san, like when we went to Hero's Hill before, I can give you a piggyback ride.]

[N- No…… I'm fine. I can't trouble Miyama Kaito-sama with something like this. There's only about a third of the way left, so I should be able to climb without issue.]

[Yeah, I'm sure you can climb it…… but when we get to the park, you'll be too tired to enjoy the view or the sunset, right……]

[I agree with him on this, Olivia-sama. The sky is starting to show a bit of red, and we don’t have a lot of time to spare either, so it might be better to let Kaito-kun…… Fumu……]

Just like earlier, Olivia-san refused my suggestion, saying she’d walk on her own. However, Kaori-san seemed to agree with me, judging that Olivia-san's current pace might be too difficult.

Then, as if an idea had suddenly struck her, Kaori-san's expression changed, and she gave me a mischievous smile.

[Kaito-kun, this is the moment! Forget a piggyback ride, go for the princess carry!!!]

[……Mizuhara Kaori, you…… what in the world……]

Both Olivia-san and I tilted our heads simultaneously at Kaori-san’s enthusiastic suggestion. A princess carry…… It wasn’t impossible for me to do that. From the time I gave her a piggyback ride before, I knew Olivia-san was very light, and with Body Strengthening Magic, carrying her in a princess carry would be no trouble at all.

The stairs had low steps and wide treads, so as long as I was careful, there shouldn’t be any risk of tripping.

[If we’re aiming for a date-like atmosphere, a princess carry beats a piggyback ride any day! It’s more picturesque, and honestly, I’d love to see that happening up close. Kaito-kun, you can use Body Strengthening Magic, right? Then you'd be fine…… Olivia-sama, this is a perfect opportunity to do something very date-like!]

[……Errr, well, I don’t particularly mind doing a princess carry, but what about you, Olivia-san?]

[Ah, no, Miyama Kaito-sama? Honestly, I don’t need to be carried, and I can’t possibly ask you to go to such lengths on my behalf.]

[Do you dislike the idea of a princess carry?]

[N- No, that’s not it at all. When I consider things like the hugs and the times you’ve held my shoulders, I realize my mental state might be somewhat at risk, but I don’t have any aversion to it. However, I can’t allow myself to impose on Miyama Kaito-sama in such a manner, and such a thing would be a tremendous discourtesy……]

[……I see.]

It didn’t seem like she was outright opposed to the idea of a princess carry, and with Kaori-san strongly insisting on it, I figured I might as well carry Olivia-san that way.

I already knew she would respond with reservation, not wanting to burden me, but I had learned from last time how to deal with that.

As I considered this, Olivia-san seemed to notice something. Her expression changed suddenly, and she turned pale before opening her mouth to speak.

[……M- Miyama Kaito-sama…… Please reconsider…… J- Just this once, please reconsider…… I can manage on my own……]

[Olivia-san, it's quite unfortunate…… but this is an order.]

[Uuuu…… M- Miyama Kaito-sama can be unexpectedly mean at times.]

Perhaps recalling our interaction at Hero’s Hill last time, Olivia-san desperately pleaded for me to reconsider. But when I mentioned the word "order", she looked resigned.

However, I noticed a faint trace of happiness on her face…… Maybe she had anticipated this outcome from the moment I first suggested it.

[Alright then, Olivia-san. If you'll excuse me.]

[Ah, yes——– hyaa!?]

I let go of her hand, gave her a quick warning, and lifted her into a princess carry. As I thought, Olivia-san was very light, and with Body Strengthening Magic, there was absolutely no issue carrying her.

Olivia-san’s expression shifted to one of surprise, and then her face turned bright red. This might actually be the reddest her face has been today.

[T- To lift me up so effortlessly…… what incredible strength. The stability of your unwavering core reminds me of the grand and majestic trunk of a colossal World Tree. Your benevolent heart, so considerate of my inadequacies, is as pure as the clear blue sky. I can’t help but feel deeply and profoundly moved by the greatness of Miyama Kaito-sama……]

[Olivia-san, let’s calm down.]

[I cannot bring myself to speak falsehoods to Miyama Kaito-sama, so please forgive me for contradicting your words…… but it’s impossible. My face feels unimaginably hot, my heartbeat and thoughts are in complete disarray, and the worldly thoughts keep surfacing endlessly. I even feel as though I’m feverish, and if I let my guard down, my consciousness might ascend to the Sanctuary.]

If she ends up wandering into the Sanctuary, I imagine even Shiro-san would be troubled. For now though, it seems she’s simply saying "I’m too embarrassed to calm down".

Still, it’s clear that she’s merely embarrassed and not opposed to the situation…… In fact, she’s subtly leaning her body against me, gently resting her cheek on my shoulder as if unconsciously seeking comfort.

It seemed like an instinctive action though, and if I pointed it out, she’d probably panic even more than she already was. Deciding not to make a fuss, I started walking while carrying her in a princess carry.

<Afterword>

Serious-senpai : [What the heck is with that unnecessary help, Stomachache Warrior!!!? They're practically lovers now! Doing things couples do!!!]

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