I Became a Beautiful Girl, but I’m still an MMO Junkie - Chapter 86.1: The Lost Daily Life
Chapter 86: The Lost Daily Life
Entering the changing room for female faculty members, I was with Sister Leanne, and the first thing I thought was, ‘It’s a little dazzling.’ The sunlight was reflecting on the teacher’s lockers.
While gazing at the glittering fine dust in the air, I pulled the light-shielding curtain before Sister Leanne.
“Here you go.”
After confirming that the inside of the room could not be seen from outside, Sister Lean handed me a white garment.
“Um, don’t you take measurements for the size?”
“It’s fine. This will surely fit you.”
She replied calmly.
“I see.”
The size of the habit I usually wear must have been roughly adjusted. Although I was a little doubtful about how she said she didn’t need to take my measurements, I obediently received the given clothes.
“This is not something that can be given to just anyone.”
Sister Leanne pointed to the pure white habit that rested on my hands.
“This garment is a habit presented by the church to those who have the right to receive the blessing of the Goddess, those who are worthy.”
It felt like a very valuable garment. I hadn’t even converted to the faith yet, and I was getting nervous.
“I’m not really worthy of it…”
“I have been watching your actions. You have been sincerely attentive, listening to the voices of the people who visit the church, and earnestly leading them to the answers they seek.”
Sister Leanne smiled at me.
“That’s just like the way the Rainbow Goddess behaves. Now, please try it on.”
“Y-yes.”
I was able to put on the habit smoothly because Sister Lean had previously taught me how to put it on by imitating her.
However, there were a few differences from the habit I had worn before. First, the fabric was only white and gold. The one I had worn at the church had a lot of black parts, and only a little white was applied to the edges.
“That garment is basically similar to the ceremonial dress worn in official ceremonies. As I told you earlier, this habit is given by the church only to those who are likely to receive the blessing of the Goddess.”
“Y-yes.”
The veil that covered the head was also different. The one I had previously worn was the type that completely covered the head to prevent hair from showing. But this habit only had a thin veil woven with white and platinum lace hanging from it.
“Your hair color is a color that even the gods couldn’t create. It’s unthinkable to hide that silver thread. With respect, gratitude, and affection, I have removed the hat.”
I didn’t really understand, but I felt a little grateful. I was a little hesitant to show my silver hair to others, but I felt a sense of relief knowing that Sister Leanne had accepted it.
“And this is what shows your rank.”
The sister showed me a silver circular rosary.
It was connected by a thin chain, and if you looked closely, there was a small blue gem-like thing embedded in the metal part.
“If you decide to become a member of the Saint Iris Church, first you will be given the rank of Reader. However, the level indicated by your robe is at least that of Deacon. Depending on the case, your rank may be treated as Deacon.”
‘Um… is this about the hierarchy within the church?’
‘It looks like it corresponds to Deacon, but in reality, it’s okay to call it Reader, right?’
“Sister Leanne, what is a Reader?”
“A person who reads aloud the teachings of the Rainbow Goddess.”
“I see. And, um… What kind of doctrine is there? I would like to know in detail about the rules and regulations, etc…”
“There are no rules or regulations.”
“Huh?”
It’s a religion, isn’t it?
“The only doctrine is ‘to guide people in a better direction. That’s all.”
“…”
“Jintarou-san, you should already understand that, right?”
…Since I started listening to confessions.
Certainly, I loved listening to the stories of the flower-loving boy, Yurachi and Shizuku-chan, and the stories of my sister helped me think in a good direction and express my opinions in my own way.
At the same time, I was able to create an opportunity to face the smoldering seed of my worries within me.
There was a synergistic effect. Probably.
‘In other words, is that all there is to it?’
‘Receive people’s troubles and be helpful.’
‘That seems to be all.’
‘In that case, what should I read as a Reader?’
“Um, are there any obligations as a Reader?”
“There is nothing in particular, but it would be telling old stories about the Rainbow Goddess? And that too, only if the other person is interested in hearing it. You don’t have to tell the story necessarily.”
‘Oh, those stories about the gods surrounded by colors that appear in games.’
‘What was it again?’
‘The first time I met Sister Leanne, she explained it to me, but I don’t remember it well. Let’s see, there were two gods, one black and one white, the gods of morning and night, I think? They got married, and the gray god was born… After that, they gathered gods of various colors like blue and red, and a rainbow goddess was born, right? So, between the rainbow goddess and the gray god, the original humans were born, who inherited ten colors?’
Trying to unravel my vague memories, I realized I couldn’t remember it well, so I decided to ask Sister Leanne.
“I understand that I will be reading me a myth… Can I get a copy of the book that contains the myth?”
“Of course.”
‘That’s a relief. I’ll read it later.’
“Now, Jintarou-san, since the air conditioning is working here, let’s see how you feel in the outside air temperature.”
“Uh, sure?”
“I mean, if you feel hot even when you’re wearing your habit.”
Sister Leanne murmured kindly, “I don’t want you to collapse from heatstroke like when we first met.”
“And if you find it hard to move or feel uncomfortable with the length or size of your habit, please let me know.”
“Yes, I will.”
As instructed by Sister Leanne, I stepped out into the corridor.
“Are you okay?”
“Yes, it’s cool.”
I wondered why. Even though it’s supposed to be made of fairly sturdy fabric, I don’t feel the summer heat. Is it made of cool material like Cool Biz, or is it made of material that releases heat easily?
“As i thought. The Queen’s Egg that receives the blessing of the goddess… Anyway, please take a walk around here and if you feel anything strange about your habit, please let me know later.”
She turned her back on me and walked down the corridor.
“Um, where is Sister Leanne going?”
I asked her, hinting at taking separate actions.
She stopped in her tracks, turned around and approached me again.
“I’m going to see the chapel that’s currently under construction at this school. It’s next to the tennis court, and I have to check the progress with my own eyes.”
“Um… Is a church being built at this school?”
“It’s not a magnificent church or anything, but the principal of this school is a devout and pious believer. Apparently, they have applied for affiliation with the Rainbow Goddess’ Saint Iris Church.”
‘I see…’
Well, it’s not uncommon for high schools to incorporate the spirit of religion into their education. There are many schools that incorporate concepts from Christianity or Buddhism, for example.
“Is that normal?”
The high school that I attended seemed to be heading in an unexpected direction, but I don’t particularly feel bad about it. After all, thanks to that, it seems I will still be able to attend the same school even with my body changes.
“You seem to have an attachment to this school. You don’t have to stay with me from now on, so please report on the condition of your habit after a while.”
“Yes.”
“Go ahead and take a walk.”
The Church of the Rainbow Goddess seemed to be generally free and laissez-faire. It seemed like a convenient sect for me.
“Oh, and…”
Sister Leanne took out a yellow stone and said.
“If something happens, use this.”
“Huh?”
There was a reason why I made this stupid sound.
It was because the ordinary stone that Sister Leanne took out without any context… was definitely something I recognized.
And also, just recently.
It was undoubtedly the Flash Stone that I created with alchemy in Clan-Klan.
The Flash Stone, which was created by combining Yellow Sun and Hard Stone, was very useful when I discovered the underground city of the giants. The light generated when used temporarily slowed down the movements of the Giant Zombie of the Giant’s Lineage and has saved me from danger many times.
Now, Sister Leanne was holding onto that thing?
“Does this item make your vision completely white for 3 seconds…?”
“It’s not that easy. It literally generates light that causes abnormality in human… vision. When you use it, be sure to close your eyes and rub it against something. You won’t be able to see properly for about an hour. Even after that, there ma
y be people with visual impairments… but it varies from person to person.”
‘Hey, why would someone like her have such a dangerous thing…? Why does she have a Flash Stone?’
TO BE CONTINUED…
