Chapter 8
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 8
Chapter Title: Flora's Confused Heart (1)
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"Haa... This is really weird.
He's changed so much it's like he's a completely different person."
That manager guy... No matter how much I think about it, something's definitely off.
Before, he'd apologize profusely and grovel at my slightest word,
but for the past few days, he's been responding to me with this annoyingly relaxed attitude.
I want to pick a fight over whatever snarky comeback he throws my way and bully him for it,
but he just smirks or brings me a drink to smooth things over.
"Tch... He was better when he listened to me."
When I first saw him, his decent face and tall stature made him a little intimidating.
But working with him, he seemed even less manly than your average young guy,
and no matter what I said or demanded, he always obeyed so meekly.
For some reason—maybe because I liked his innocence—I kept wanting to tease and torment him.
Like a little boy picking on a girl he secretly likes.
I'd snap over nothing or spit out harsh words,
and during work hours, I'd make unreasonable demands he couldn't easily fulfill.
Even then, he never showed much complaint, just nodded along,
and before I knew it, I started feeling this inexplicable emotion toward him.
I'd call him over for no reason just to see that innocent face, making him talk to me,
and while chewing him out, I'd absentmindedly grab his arm or shoulder.
Even after getting home from work, trying to rest for tomorrow,
his face kept popping into my head, driving me crazy.
He was definitely sweet and obedient, always jumping at my words with a friendly smile.
But compared to a few days ago, not only had his attitude changed,
but even his appearance felt bigger and scarier somehow.
His height hadn't grown, but his build seemed more solidly toned,
and his expression carried a relaxed air that was somehow sharper too.
Maybe it's because of this drastically altered vibe and demeanor,
but now I find it hard to treat the manager like I used to.
To be more precise... I'm scared of him now, I guess.
"Haa... Seriously! Should I just ask to switch managers?"
Actually, switching managers isn't that big a deal.
The Magical Girl Management Bureau assigns a manager right away whenever a new Magical Girl joins,
and they have temps for when regulars are off.
Plus, my performance and results are better than most other Magical Girls,
so if I complain, they'll definitely assign someone else quick.
"Ah... No! I don't want that... It's hard enough already, and if he really changes..."
A new manager might not handle the job as well as this one,
or help me operate as freely as he does.
But more importantly... I've developed feelings for him.
Honestly, this reason is way bigger than what I said earlier,
and I'm at the point where I can't even deny it anymore.
Should I forget this unfamiliar version of him and start fresh,
or adapt to the strangeness without losing my feelings?
"Aaaahhh!!! This is driving me insane!!!"
These thoughts have me pacing around the sofa ever since I got home.
I need to change out of these sweat-soaked clothes and shower,
but my head throbs just thinking about the manager, and I can't focus on anything.
"Let's at least shower first... That should cool my head down."
Desperate to forget about him, I strip off my damp clothes
and step into the bathroom, closing my eyes tight under the showerhead.
- Shwaaaah—
"Haa... Feels cool..."
The cold water, chasing away the summer swelter, flows from my head down,
gradually cooling my overheated body from all the stress.
Standing there motionless, letting the water hit me without a thought,
my boiling emotions start to settle a bit.
"That'll do for today..."
Once I'm thoroughly soaked, I squeeze some sweet-scented body wash into my hand.
I lather it up into thick, fluffy bubbles between my palms
and apply it all over my body where the cold water had rinsed.
"Eek...?!"
As I lather my large chest—especially sweaty from the heat—
the bubbles brush my nipple, and an odd noise escapes me before I realize.
I don't know why, but... maybe from the cold water too long.
"Hah...?!♥"
When I try to lather between my legs,
an even louder, more intense sound bursts from my mouth.
"Why... why is this happening...♥"
I thought the cold water had calmed me down,
but just trying to apply the bubbles has me heating up again.
Now my head's ringing strangely, like it's buzzing,
and far from angry, my mind feels a little hazy.
"Ah...?"
Suddenly, an inexplicable scene flashes through my mind like a movie clip.
A young man sits arrogantly before me,
and I'm kneeling, gazing up at him.
He strokes my face and body so gently, saying something,
and in the scene, I'm leaning into him, acting all coquettish.
For some reason, replaying that scene makes me feel good.
"Haa...♥"
I suddenly want to touch all the sensitive spots that keep reacting,
rewinding the scene in my head over and over.
I don't even know who that man is... or why I'm acting like that. It doesn't matter.
My fingers just move on instinct.
- Shwaaa—
"Hyah?!"
Suddenly, cold water pours from the showerhead.
Probably... I bumped it with my arm while touching myself.
"What was I doing... Ahhh!!"
Not only did some lewd, unfamiliar scene pop into my head,
but I was fantasizing about it and groping myself too.
I've never done anything like this in my life.
It's definitely that manager messing with my head big time.
"Phew... Finally feeling alive again."
The weird scene and mood didn't last long.
After finishing the shower, drying my hair, and slipping into fresh clothes, I feel better.
And with the AC blasting to beat this hot summer weather.
"No need for upkeep is convenient, but... it's boring."
Before becoming a Magical Girl, I'd fuss over my skin and figure,
but now I don't have to bother much.
That's all thanks to the mana Magical Girls possess.
Our looks stay radiant without makeup or cosmetics,
and transforming with the device makes us shine even more.
Even scarfing high-calorie food only bloats us temporarily,
and soon we're back to perfect shape.
Aside from basic hygiene, we don't need special beauty routines—me or any other Magical Girl.
"I'm hungry... Gotta eat something."
But Magical Girl duties demand insane energy from the sheer activity level.
No matter how much we fly and fight using mana,
it all stems from physical prowess and stored energy in the end.
In my case, even with high-calorie drinks and snacks constantly,
I'm always starving for more energy.
It's not just teasing when I pester the manager for snacks at the office.
"Ugh... There it is again."
Thinking about snacks led to him, and now I'm irritated all over.
Except when I'm home alone or out, he's always the one handling my food.
"Those lemon cookies he brought... They were so good."
No matter how tasty the snacks are,
the ones he brings somehow taste better.
This expensive, delicious cookie I'm eating now?
Tastes meh compared to his cheap lemon ones.
"Might as well sleep."
Eating this is just making me think of him more,
so I set it aside, stash it in the cupboard, and flop onto the bed.
"Feels good... Haa..."
Cool AC breeze with a cozy blanket draped over.
Nothing beats this feeling—indescribably perfect.
I close my eyes, letting the good vibes wash away all thoughts.
"Ugh...!"
But just like in the shower earlier...,
strange scenes I don't remember keep flooding my mind.
I've never seen videos like this, no reason to,
and why is the woman in them always me?
"Huu...♥"
And why... do these lewd scenes make my hand move on its own?