“Mamoru-san, Fuka-chan, hello.”

“Tachihara-san, it’s been a while.”

“Masayoshi-oniisan, hello!”

“Come in, come in. Please, have a seat.”

“Thank you, excuse me.”

After returning home once the school’s opening ceremony was over, I visited the luxury apartment where Mamoru-san and Fuka-chan lived.

“Mamoru-san, I’d like to discuss something with you right away.”

“Of course. As always, let’s talk in my room. Fuka, sorry, but can you wait in your room?”

“Fuka-chan, would you like to play with Fūsuke again?”

“Yes! Fūsuke-chan, let’s play!”

“Hoo♪”

So far, the only people in this world who can communicate with Fūsuke are these two. I’m planning to talk to Mom about keeping him as a pet so that he can move around freely at home.

“I’m sorry, but there’s something I’ve been keeping from you and Fuka-chan.”

“…Something you’ve been keeping from us?”

“Yes. Actually…”

I told Mamoru-san about the other world, something I had been keeping secret all this time. I explained how my house connected to another world, how I inherited the power of the Great Mage, and how I gained the ability to use magic and skills. I also explained how the door to the other world was in danger of closing, and that I had entrusted my power to a friend over there to fix it.

It wasn’t that I absolutely had to tell Mamoru-san about the other world, but there was something I wanted to ask of him. It was only right to explain the situation first.

“………………Magic and another world, you say?”

It was only natural that Mamoru-san found it hard to believe. If someone suddenly started talking about another world, magic, and skills, no one would believe it right away.

“Fūsuke was also summoned using summoning magic. I can’t use magic anymore, so I can’t prove it myself, but Fūsuke can still use magic, so I can show you later.”

“Oh, I wasn’t doubting the magic itself. If you think about it, there’s no real difference between psychic abilities and magic. But what truly interests me is this other world!”

Ah, so that’s what caught his attention. I guess it makes sense. If someone found out another world existed, they’d naturally be curious.

“If the door gets fixed and I can go back to the other world, I’d love to show you around, but since I lost my power, it’s a bit difficult. That world is dangerous, with monsters and bandits roaming around…”

I no longer had the power I inherited from the Great Mage. I still had some cheat-level magic tools from his house, so I wouldn’t lose to regular bandits, but fighting the monsters in the Ruinous Forest would be another story.

And I couldn’t just rely on Ande to accompany me every time I visited the other world.

“I-I see. Monsters and bandits… That sounds like a dangerous place. And since you lost your power, you won’t be able to continue your rescue activities?”

“Yes, sorry for the sudden notice the other day. I brought some magic tools from the other world, so if something really major happens, please let me know. But my mobility has decreased significantly, so I probably won’t make it in time for most accidents or incidents.”

“…Understood. Honestly, thank you for everything you’ve done. I’m sure the people you’ve saved are truly grateful. That aside, I’d love to hear more details about the other world!”

“Of course, I’ll tell you all about it later. But first, I have a favor to ask. Could you take a look at this?”

“This is… gemstones and gold coins?”

“Yes. I brought them from the other world. They were obtained through legitimate means. If possible, I was wondering if you could help me exchange them for money.”

I placed the gemstones and gold coins from the other world on the table in front of Mamoru-san. Even though I had magic tools for self-defense, carrying these around made me incredibly nervous. These could be worth tens of millions, maybe even over a billion yen.

Until now, I had been hesitant about exchanging items from the other world for money. But moving forward, I would need money for various reasons, and I wouldn’t have time to work a part-time job. If I could secure funds this way, it would be worth doing.

“Yes, I have some connections, so it’s possible. I’ll deduct the necessary taxes beforehand and deposit the money into your account. Since these gemstones and coins come from another world, I’d like to have an expert examine them first. Is that alright? There’s a chance they contain materials unknown to this world.”

…Oh, I just threw it out there as a possibility, but he actually has connections. As always, Mamoru-san’s network is impressive. That’s true—there are magical stones, after all, so some of these might be gemstones that don’t exist in this world.

Either way, obtaining money in this world would be a huge help. Money is important, after all. It’s always good to have some on hand in case of emergencies.

“Yes, of course, that’s fine. I’m not familiar with tax matters, so I’d appreciate your help with that too. I’ll make sure to pay any necessary fees. And please take this as well.”

“Is this… a charm?”

“Yes. Inside is a small magic tool that helps reduce the impact of strong shocks. It can protect against the impact of car accidents and similar incidents.”

Inside this charm was a small magic tool created by Ande using a magical stone as its core. It wasn’t something from the Great Mage’s house—I specifically asked Ande to make it for me. I had also prepared charms for Mom and my friends at school, not just for Mamoru-san and Fuka-chan.

“That’s amazing! Thank you so much, this will be really helpful!”

Fuka-chan had been in a traffic accident before. This magic tool was meant to help prevent such unforeseen accidents. I had bought the outer charm bags online and placed a magic tool inside each one.

“No, I should be the one thanking you. I appreciate your help.”