I’m Back in the First Grade of Elementary School, so I’m Going to Live Well

Chapter 47

“So, the first command.”

Those who are caught must listen to four commands of the demon. The demon’s privilege, which Mizui-san claimed was an existing rule, was now being used.

I’m not a She●ron, so I can’t give you immortality or anything like that, but I can give you what I can.

(TN: Yes, I dunno the reference if you ask me…)

The least I could do is listen.

“Move with me, someone might find us here.”

Even though it was a restricted area, it was a grassy area adjacent to the perimeter of the field. It would not be surprising if people knew we were here by the sound of your voice.

It is a reasonable decision to move.

“Hmm, okay.”

“Follow me then, I’ve found a good spot before we start, Sho-kun.”

She said, pulling my hand and going deeper into the forest.

It’s a forest that exists as part of open space.

It’s not that big, so I don’t think we’ll get lost.

There were no signs or warnings about wild animals such as bears or boars, so there should be no such worries.

It is a relatively safe place, but we should be careful.

“Don’t go too far in.”

“It’s okay. ――There, we’re here.”

It had been less than a minute since we had started walking, and now we were at our destination.

There, in the middle of a forest with trees growing everywhere, was a flat area that formed a circle about five meters in diameter.

The grass was growing neatly and evenly, and wildflowers were blooming everywhere.

The trees surrounding the circle stood tall and strong.

The forest was shaded by trees, but only here was the sunlight shining brightly on the ground, giving us a sense of divinity.

Naturally, it was inferior to the manicured fields of flowers in full bloom, but there was still a charm to this space that made me feel that it was beautiful.

I guess you could say it’s the beauty of nature.

“It’s a nice place.”

“Fufufu, isn’t it?”

Mizui-san seemed satisfied with my impression.

Then she pulled me to the center of the circle and sat me down there.

She then sat down next to me.

The warm sunshine makes me feel at ease.

It’s a nice place.

I can’t even hear my classmates from here. All I can hear is the rustling of leaves in the trees.

It’s not that I don’t like bustling places, but I like these quiet places of relaxation and calm.

I was sitting on my knees, soaking in the comfort of nature.

“Can I give you a quick second-order?”

“Do you need permission from the person you’re giving the order to?”

I chuckle at the ludicrous application.

“That’s true. ――Then the second order.”

I waited for her answer, half expecting and half anxious to see what kind of order would come.

“Lap pillow.”

Two words that have no relevance to the current situation came out of Mizui-san’s mouth.

“…… So, Mizui-san is going to do the lap pillow?”

“No, Sho-kun does the lap pillow.”

I’ll do it?

Normally in a romantic comedy manga, the positions would be reversed, but……

But this is not a romantic comedy manga, so it’s okay.

“It’s an order, so you’ll listen.”

She smiles with a hint of nastiness in her voice.

It must be fun for her to be in a situation where the other person is giving absolute obedience.

I want to say that I’m glad you’re enjoying it.

“Uh, umm, well…… okay.”

To be honest, I can’t shake my head with pleasure.

I’m too embarrassed.

I’m not immune to women, so a lap pillow is a bit of a hurdle for me.

I’ve slept in the same bed with Mizui-san (not in a weird way), and it’s strange to be embarrassed now, but even so…… embarrassing things are still embarrassing.

But if it was an order, I had no choice.

If I put my shame aside, it would be enough to make it happen. It’s not an impossible task.

I’ve already nodded, albeit reluctantly. I can’t retract it now.

The only saving grace is that I don’t have to worry about anyone seeing…

“Uh, let’s see……”

I scratched my cheeks with an embarrassment I couldn’t erase.

But Mizui-san is looking at me with eyes full of expectation. I had no choice…

For now, I’m going to make the necessary preparations for a lap pillow, so I’m going to switch from a sitting position to sitting on my knees.

I was wearing short jersey pants, so the grass on the ground stung my shins and tickled them a little.

Then I lightly swiped my thighs with my hand to sweep away the dust.

“Well, then…… please.”

Since I don’t know anything about the etiquette of a lap pillow, I can’t prepare any further. Or rather, is there such a thing as etiquette for a lap pillow?

Leaving aside the fact that the act of lap pillow itself is far from etiquette, I do the best I can to prepare for the reception――although there are only two things I can do――tell Mizui-san that I’m ready.

“Uh-huh…… Then, sorry to bother…”

Perhaps feeling a little embarrassed after giving the order, Mizui-san blushed slightly.

Then, sitting to my left, she slowly rolled over and rested her head on my thigh… which is commonly called a lap pillow.

In this case, it might be more appropriate to say that I’m being lap pillowed, but I don’t care about the details.

Mizui-san’s silky hair and soft cheeks are in contact with my thighs.

I’m wearing short pants, our skin is in direct contact.

…… I said earlier that being in this place calmed me down, but I take that back when it comes to this situation.

My heart is beating fast like a heart attack, though I’ve never had a heart attack in my life.

Anyway, I’m very nervous.

I wonder if she can feel my heartbeat as our skin is in contact.

“…… Your legs are hard, Sho-kun.”

“I, I guess so?”

I’m sure the muscles in my legs are getting tighter due to my daily running.

It’s a change that I don’t notice.

“Yeah, they’re like rocks compared to mine.”

“Haha, sorry about the uncomfortable pillow.”

I jokingly apologize for her overstatement.

“It’s true. ――I can’t sleep at all because I’m so nervous.”

“――!?… I, I see.”

I thought that Mizui-san would follow up with a “No, that’s not true,” so I was puzzled by the change in tone.

“Fufufu, Sho-kun is not qualified to be a lap pillow.”

“My legs aren’t for lap pillow, you know.”

She joked, looking pleased with herself.

She’s not comfortable, but she’s happy.

………

………………

A few moments of silence followed.

Perhaps it was because she was enjoying my thighs, which made it difficult for her to sleep, or perhaps it was because she was embarrassed by the situation, but Mizui-san didn’t want to say anything.

I don’t know if I can say the same, I can’t shake the embarrassment and I can’t find the words.

But at the same time, I felt embarrassed and awkward in silence.

In an attempt to break the situation, I tried to express something.

“It’s a beautiful day… isn’t it?”

“Yeah, it is.”

“……”

End of conversation.

By the way, I’m a terrible communicator.

If I didn’t have trouble finding topics to talk about, I’d have made friends with everyone in my class by now.

But I’ll try to keep the conversation going as long as I can.

“Uh…… do you want me to pat your head?”

I’ll make such a suggestion, partly because I’m at a loss.