—No way. I don’t want to work, and above all, it’s very annoying —Glenn said clearly and firmly.

—Besides, I have the super important task of watching over Re=L, you know? So, even if I wanted to work in the fields, I can’t. What a pity! I thought it wouldn’t be so bad to play with the soil once in a while.

—This guy…!

—Well, well, Sistine. After all, it’s a job for Re=L… And we’re helping voluntarily.

—What Rumia says is true, but it bothers me!

While Glenn and the others exchanged trivial comments, the work of plowing the land continued steadily.

—Hey, Re=L, could you be a bit gentler, okay? The soil is flying over here!

—…Ah. Sorry.

—Haha… I understand you’re working hard, but try to be a bit more careful, okay?

—Yes. I’ll keep that in mind.

Without saying an unnecessary word, Re=L continued working silently and with great dedication, leaving a good impression on those around her. The male students working with her engaged in casual conversations.

—Re=L, please come here. The soil is still hard…

—Understood. I’m coming.

Although she made a few mistakes at the beginning, Re=L was basically serious and honest, which earned her the sympathy of the students.

—Re=L, sorry, we found a pretty big rock in the soil. Could you help us dig it out?

—…Yes. Leave it to me.

To everyone’s surprise, Re=L diligently cooperated with those around her.

—Wow, it’s going well! Re=L is learning a lot, right? Haha… I knew the great Glenn Radars wouldn’t be wrong… Keep taking care of our Re=L, kids! I’m cheering you on with all my heart, haha!

(((How annoying…)))

The students present shared the same sentiment at that moment.

And then.

—Gah! Guys…! Let’s take a break, okay?

Cecilia, with a trembling voice, announced this, causing the students to stop their work.

—incredible! We’ve already finished more than half of the land we planned to plow!

—All thanks to Re=L.

—Yes, she was really helpful.

Everyone praised Re=L.

—…Yes.

Re=L responded indifferently, though she seemed a bit embarrassed.

—Really, thank you for your help, Re=L. I’m so happy I might faint… Ah… someone, please bring my medicine… the world is getting dark…

—Ahhh, Professor…!

—Cecilia, please!

The students quickly helped Cecilia, who was about to faint.

—You all must be tired, why don’t we take a break?

—I think Cecilia needs a break more than we do, actually…

Sistine sighed as she watched Cecilia chew on several pills and drink a strange-colored medicine.

—Though it’s a bit far, let’s go to the academy’s café. You’ve worked really hard, so today I’ll treat you to tea and sweets.

—Great! Thanks, Professor!

The students exclaimed with joy.

—Then, let’s go quickly. This might be my last tea time… hehe, just kidding.

Cecilia laughed sweetly, like a child.

—Please, don’t joke about that, Professor. It sounds too serious…

Sistine and the students sweat nervously.

At that moment.

—I’m not going.

Re=L spoke.

—Why not?

—I’m not very smart, but I’m strong. While everyone rests, I can keep working.

Though her expression was always the same, Re=L seemed very motivated. Maybe she was pleased by the praise she received.

—But it’s not fair to leave you working alone…

—No problem, Professor. I’ll stay here and keep an eye on her.

Glenn, who was still lying on the edge of the field, intervened.

—I don’t want to go to the café, so I’ll stay. I’ll make sure Re=L is fine, so go and take a break.

—Is it really okay?

—Yes, of course. Just make sure to pay her a little more for her work, hehe…

—Well… okay. Then, Glenn, I leave this to you.

Cecilia, assisted by the students, left with them.

—Are you sure she’ll be okay?

—I don’t know…

Sistine and Rumia also followed Cecilia, worried.

—Glenn, take good care of Re=L, please!

—Yes, yes…

Glenn responded without getting up, just waving his hand.

After Sistine and the others left.

—She’s such a worried person…

Glenn looked at Re=L as she worked.

Re=L continued plowing tirelessly.

—Well, it should be fine now… There’s not much left to do… And now there’s no one else here… No chance of problems… Ah… I’m sleepy… this is boring…

Unable to resist sleep, Glenn slowly closed his eyes.

Thirty minutes later.

—Glenn, wake up.

He felt himself being shaken. Slowly, Glenn woke up.

—Ah… what’s going on? Are you working well? You’re not slacking off…?

—No, I’m done.

—…What?

Glenn rubbed his eyes and sat up.

—There’s no more land to plow.

—It can’t be… You couldn’t have finished in such a short time…

Looking at the field, Glenn was surprised.

—Ah…

Glenn blinked in disbelief. The entire field was plowed.

—I worked hard. I used physical enhancement magic and all my strength… for everyone.

Re=L, without changing her expression, seemed proud.

—I see… so you used all your strength…

Glenn understood. The field was completely plowed.

What used to be a vast area of medicinal herbs was now just brown soil.

—Everyone will be surprised.

—Yes, surely…

Glenn trembled with fear.

—Ahhh! How foolish I’ve been!

Glenn lamented.

—I knew you always exceeded my expectations, why did I let my guard down?

—Glenn is surprised by my work… good.

—No way, this isn’t good!

Glenn grabbed Re=L’s head and shook her.

—It hurts a lot.

—What are we going to do? How do we explain this? A mysterious monster came and plowed the field… no, that won’t work…!

At that moment.

—…Professor Glenn…?

Cecilia and the others returned.

—What is this?

Cecilia was pale.

—Horrible… what is this?

—Ugh… this is serious…

Sistine and Rumia were shocked.

—Cecilia, well, you see… this is…

Glenn tried to explain.

—Gah!

Cecilia coughed up blood and fell to the ground, trembling.

—Ahhh! Cecilia is in shock!

—This is bad! Quickly, someone call a doctor!

—She’s a doctor herself!

—the tea really was her last tea…!

—it wasn’t a joke!

—Professor! Cecilia, please!

—Rumia, it’s your turn! Use everything you know about medicine!

—Yes!

Surrounding Cecilia, everyone was in chaos.

Re=L watched, confused.

—Did Cecilia die? It’s okay, I can dig her grave.

—Don’t do that!

Glenn shouted, pulling Re=L to stop her.

—Well, that said. Taking advantage of Re=L’s success in the first phase of social learning, let’s move on to the next job!

—Huh? Are you sure? You’re saying that was a great success?

—Shut up! The amount we have to pay for Professor Cecilia’s treatment and the damage to the herb garden, in addition to advancing the students' wages, has further reduced my salary. So we need Re=L to earn money one way or another, or we won’t be able to live!

—You’ve finally stopped hiding your true intention… Besides, were you planning to keep part of Re=L’s salary? How horrible…

—…But, on this occasion, Re=L also has her share of responsibility… It’s hard to say…

—…?

The place where Glenn and the others were was the exterior of the magic academy. They were in front of the very popular café-restaurant "Aventure" in the city.

—Re=L, you’re going to work here as a waitress!

—Eh… Service sector work…? Isn’t that a very high barrier all of a sudden?

Sistine murmured with concern, looking at Re=L, who was in a state of confusion, and comparing her to the restaurant.

—Actually, the hourly wage for a waitress here is extraordinarily good… Look at this.

Glenn showed Sistine a job offer flyer, and Sistine’s eyes widened in surprise.

—is this a joke? So much?

—But with this wording, isn’t this the minimum rate? Is there a possibility that the salary could be even better? I can’t believe it…

—Yes. Here, the waitress uniform is famous for being very nice… It seems the owner designed it personally. Also, they only hire girls who meet a very high standard of beauty… It looks like beauty level determines the salary and special bonuses…

—What kind of restaurant is this, seeking criticism from feminists and women’s groups? Is this the end of the world…?

—Well, let’s say it’s one of the owner’s obsessions.

—…Men…

—Ah, ahaha…

Sistine sighed in despair while Rumia smiled with a wry laugh.

—Anyway, Re=L has a good appearance, so she’ll probably be accepted quickly. We need her to earn a lot of money once and for all! For my future, I can no longer choose the means.

—Hasn’t the tone of the conversation changed?

—Come on, let’s work!

So…

Re=L went to the store, passed the interview with the owner, and, as expected, was received with great enthusiasm and quickly hired.

—…Glenn, is this okay?

Inside the restaurant, which had elegant and pleasant décor, Re=L was dressed in the waitress uniform.

The uniform was indeed an exquisite piece, as rumored.

A frilly apron, a headband, and a skirt. Decorative bows at key points. The uniform gave an impression of cuteness and sophistication at once, highlighting a slight youthful and fresh aroma, with a design that seemed to reflect obsessive effort from the designer.

—Oh, it’s really true that clothes make the person!

It is a fact that Re=L is attractive in herself. Wearing the uniform, she looked even more radiant. Although the clothes were a bit big due to her small body compared to other girls her age, this also added to her appeal.

—Well, it’s natural for Re=L to wear the uniform to work here, but…

Sistine said with a vein on her temple.

—Why do we also have to wear the uniform…?

Looking, Sistine and Rumia were también vestidas con el mismo uniforme que Re=L.

—Haha, both Sistine and Re=L are adorable! They look great!

—Oh, yes, thanks. Rumia también se ve increíble… But, that’s not what I meant!

Rumia smiled involuntarily, then came to her senses and faced Glenn with an angry expression.

—Don’t stray from the topic. Why are you making Re=L work in the service sector knowing she’s not capable of doing it?

—That’s to earn money, of course! Honestly, Re=L’s social learning no longer concerns me at all.

—Ah, you said it! You finally said it! That means it’s all over! How low, how low, how low!

—Shut up, idiot! I’m just trying to recover the salary that has been reduced because of things like this. Do you have any complaints?

The looks of the restaurant employees and customers focused on the low-level argument that had begun inside.

—Well, well… There’s no doubt it will be a good experience for Re=L… Sistine, you also have a tight budget this month, right?

—Y-Yes, that’s true, but…

Sistine turned her head disdainfully at Rumia’s words.

—Then, why not at least try it today? I think sometimes it’s okay to do something like this. If we do it together, it will surely be fun, won’t it?

—Sigh… Rumia, you’re always so kind…

Taking a deep breath, Sistine reluctantly agreed.