Fantasy Assassin in a modern world

“Huh?” Ichika looked around a bit confused, but after a short pause, she showed her kind smile again. “Sorry about that, I was thinking of something. What were you saying again?”

“Nothing, I was just a little worried since the President was silent for so long.”

“How kind of you, but I’m alright just a little lost in thought. So you were saying that Mr. Matsuda Loki has agreed to be the adviser of your club?”

“Um, yes, is there a problem?”

“No, of course, there’s no problem. I was just wondering why you asked Mr. Loki to be your adviser, is there any specific reason?’

“It’s because Sir Loki is very knowledgeable and knows a lot about the occult.”

“Hoh, is that so? I also heard that Mr. Loki is very picky about doing other jobs besides his main job as a librarian. I wonder how you were able to convince him to be your adviser?”

“I just asked if he could be the adviser of my club and he said that as long as I can create it he would be willing to be the adviser.”

.....

When Ichika heard Michael’s answer she was still smiling but under the table, she was clenching her fist very tightly.

‘I offered you the best conditions, and you rejected me! This guy just asked you and you accepted so quickly!’ Ichika shouted angrily in her mind but on the outside, she remained ever-smiling.

“Heh, it seems like you and Mr. Loki are very close.”

“Um, just a little bit. Sir Loki has been helping me with some problems.”

“Hmm, what sort of problems, maybe I could help?”

“... I’m sorry I can’t tell you it’s a personal matter.”

“Oh, that’s alright no need to apologize. I shouldn’t have asked in the first place. So anyway, how about you give me that club application of yours.”

Michael quickly took out the club application that he had already filled out in advance and passed it to Ichika.

Ichika did a quick scan of the application and sure enough, Loki’s name was written as an adviser there was his signature and everything.

“Michael I have a question and you must answer honestly.”

“Umm, is it a personal question?”

“Of course not, do not worry the question I want to ask is about your club.”

“Alright, what’s your question Student Council President?”

“Do you really think that you’ll be able to get two more members to join your club?”

“... I think so, if we try harder and look around surely someone will be interested in joining us,” Michael spoke full of confidence at first but the more he spoke the less confidence he became.

“Do not worry my confrère, with destiny by our side we will meet our future partners and create this club.” Oliver suddenly spoke encouraging Michael, Tsukasa on the side nodded his head in approval.

“I see... Alright then, let’s call Mr. Loki here as well.” Ichika signaled one of the guards who bowed his head and left the room.

“Huh, why?”

“Well, we are talking about the future of your club so the adviser should be present, right?” Michael, Oliver, and Tsukasa felt a weird pressure being emitted by the president, and the trio unconsciously nodded their heads.

...

“So while we wait for Mr. Loki to arrive do you guys want tea or coffee?”

“Of course, someone such as I can only drink tea. Who in their right mind would want the black liquid put into their mouths?” Oliver spoke in his usual over-the-top way. “I would also want some scones with that.”

“I’ll just have water, thank you,” Tsukasa requested.

“I’m good with water as well.”

...

As the snacks and beverages came, Tsukasa who was drinking his water was surprised when someone suddenly appeared below him.

“Hey, why have you been keeping your head down this entire time?” Ha-Eun asked while Tsukusa avoided her gaze.

“It’s nothing I just like keeping my head down is that a problem?” Seeing Tsukasa’s reaction Ha-Eun’s lips arced upward as a mischievous smile appeared on her face.

“Is that so.” Ha-Eun stood up and then started poking at Tsukasa’s arm. “You’re the most muscular general studies student I have ever seen, I wonder what kind of training you have been doing? It’s hard for me to even wrap my little arms around your biceps.”

Tsukasa whose arm was being hugged by Ha-Eun felt the other party’s soft chest squeezing against his arm. Tsukasa was feeling a bit dizzy at this point.

“Ha-Eun control yourself.” Erika suddenly spoke, seeing her angry glare Ha-Eun stuck her tongue out and returned to her seat. Seeing Ha-Eun finally leave Tsukasa sighed in relief.

...

The group in the Student Council room continued to enjoy their snacks when somebody knocked on the door.

“He’s finally here,” Ichika whispered to herself. It was at this very moment that Ichicka’s smile changed a bit and this time she showed a genuine smile that caught the attention of three other Student Council Members.

“Tsk,” Erika couldn’t help but click her tongue.

‘Hoh, that’s quite the interesting expression you have there Ms. President.’ Ha-Eun licked her lips.

“...” Edward frowned as he looked at the person who entered the room.

...

“Good Afternoon, Mr. Loki.”

Loki who was asked to come to the Student Council room saw that everyone was looking at him with different expressions on their faces. When Loki noticed Michael and the two boys he saw yesterday, Loki already had a guess as to why he was called.

“Good afternoon, so is this about the occult club?”

Before Ichika could respond, Oliver suddenly approached Loki, looked at the other party up and down, nodded his head, and smiled.

“Nice to meet you, our future club adviser. Hm, the look in your eyes as well as those subtle actions you just did upon entering. You’re a hidden expert aren’t you.”

When Oliver said those words, Loki and Ichika were quite surprised but of course, they didn’t show it on their faces.

“I’m not sure what you’re talking about. I’m just a librarian with a little bit more knowledge at most.” Loki showed an awkward smile as he spoke, and at the same time making his presence smaller.

“No need for such humility. My eyes can see past your facade, in truth you are a master of the way of the sword. As the greatest swordsman in my past life, I can sense that you and I are the same.”

Loki looked a bit confused since he wasn’t what one may call a master of the sword, as Oliver said. Loki then remembered yesterday when Michael and Oliver just met.

‘I see... It really is hard to tell if what he says is true or not. This guy speaks so outrageously and some of what he says might sound real, but it might just be a coincidence. Loki then tried to change the subject before Oliver says more weird things.

“Okay, so who are you again?”

“How rude of me, I forgot to introduce myself. I am the reincarnation of a hero, and my glorious name is Richard Dracul Ryanburn Von Hartmann.”

Oliver did a knight salute as he announced his supposed real name. Loki already knew Oliver’s real name as he heard it yesterday but he played along.

“Nice to meet you, Richard, I’m the librarian Matsuda Loki.”

“It truly is a pleasure.” Oliver was about to say something more when someone suddenly faked a cough.

“Ahem, Student Oliver we need to discuss the creation of your club first.”

“Oliver, I thought your name was Richard?” Loki acted like he was truly confused, and Oliver sighed before answering.

” Richard Dracul Ryanburn Von Hartmann is my true name, the name engraved into my very soul. Oliver is just the name people of this world call me.”

“I see...”

“Alright-” Ichika saw that Oliver was about to start another tirade and was about to intercept when someone suddenly spoke before her.

“How about we all introduce ourselves to Mr. Librarian, seeing as this is our first meeting.” Ha-Eun looked at Ichika before continuing to speak. “I’ll go first, my name is Cho Ha-Eun, if you wish Mr. Librarian can call me Euny that’s my nickname.”

Only a few people in the room saw Ha-Eun move as she was now in front of Loki, to others it was like she teleported. Loki was quite impressed by Ha-Eun’s movement which was similar to his very own silent steps.

“Nice to meet you Mr. Librarian.” Ha-Eun grab hold of Loki’s hands and swung them.

“It’s nice to meet you too.”

For a very brief moment, Loki felt killing intent but then it quickly disappeared.

“Alright, Euny, you’re done with your greeting let other people do it,” Ichika spoke but her voice seem to be a little off.

“Okay, let’s talk later Mr. Librarian.” Ha-Eun winked at Loki before going back to her seat.

“I and Mr. Loki already know each other so there’s no need for an introduction, right?” Ichika spoke and briefly looked at Ha-Eun.

“Yes, I’m already acquainted with Ichika-san and Erika-san, I also know Tsukasa-kun as he comes to the library every now and then.” After speaking everyone then looked at Edward who was frowning at Loki.

“I’m Edward Williams.” That was all he said and scoffed.

...

After explaining the situation to Loki, Ichika gave a suggestion.

“If you guys want I can make an exception for your group and allow you to create a club even with just three members. All I need is for Mr. Loki to agree to be the librarian of my family’s library every Saturday. So what do you say?”

“I refuse, it doesn’t really matter to me if the club is made or not. I already told Michael I would be the adviser of his club if and only if he’s able to establish it.”

.....

“Yes, of course, if there is already such an agreement we cannot take shortcuts,” Oliver spoke excitedly as he felt that such challenges are part of the fun.

Ichika gritted her teeth, a little frustrated that Loki once again refused her but accepted Michael’s request. Still, she already expected Loki to refuse her, but still, she simply tried because what if Loki changed his mind?

“Alright, a different condition then. Erika and I will also join your club.” Everyone even Loki was caught by surprise hearing what Ichika said.