The Saintess's Dogeza

Even the morning of the man singled out by the government begins with washing rice.

'Hiiragi Shinichi Officially Named Overall Commander of the 〈Abyss〉 Clearing Operation—He Defers His Answer'

'Director-General: "We'll Wait Until the Deadline"—Unusual Appointment Draws Support and Opposition From All Sectors'

'The Morning After the Four S-Rank Explorers' Press Conference, Public Opinion Polls—'

I looked over the three headlines and turned my terminal face down. The outside world was noisy as ever this morning. The six-mat room was quiet as ever this morning. I wish someone would think a little about balance.

I managed to botch washing the rice three times. A new record.

The envelope on my desk was still there, wearing the same expression as yesterday. Seven days remained until the deadline.

Hina-chan had sent one message.

'Teacher! Apparently there's heavy rain in the south from this evening. Do your shopping early!'

Apparently even the weather was being managed for me now. I replied, 'Thank you. Hina-chan, watch your step too,' and looked out the window. The summer sky, heavy with the promise of an evening shower, was still white...