Apparently having had his fill after a while, Sword closed the hatch and came back.

Aint that just fine? It might be more suited towards archers and mages, but even if you just point the thing in the general direction, the gun will selfishly correct the aimin. In the worst case, even some amateur could use it, no?

Well, if its someone at Ryokus level, theyll evade the shooting. But under normal circumstances, itll hit, I think.

Man, thats plenty awesome then! It looks like going on a trip with this baby is going to be a blast!

True. If only it played music, itd be perfect, but

Haah?

A navi as its usually installed in a caris probably heresy for people who like traveling, but music would definitely be a win, right?

I mean, the otherworld me totally followed the motto: No music, no life. Thus Id love to have some music.

Then sing.

I was told.

A capella? Sure, why not, butI really would like to at least have a Cajon. Of course, a Guitar would be ideal.

Sword looked surprised, Youve also got talent in music?

Its nothing I learned in this world. But I can play a stringed instrument, you know? However, its one with six strings.

The otherworld me was raised by parents who followed the principle of Learn everything you can. Moreover, since she was encouraged by the accomplishments of Naname 45, she took lessons in classical guitar. 1 She also dabbled with the cajon, but never took it to a professional level. Still, since the hollow sound is pretty nice if you beat it, I like it.

I do like singing, for real, buta capella? Seriously?

Okay, then Ill go with a song I heard when riding a Car in my childhood.

And thus I sang Lovin You.

My audience was frozen in shock. The two staring at me flabbergastedis because they dont understand the language of the lyrics, right?

.Never heard that one. You even sang it with a decent rhythm.

As its been a long, long time since I heard the lyrics, I felt shaky about them.

But, then again, if they listened to any further relaxed songs, they might fall asleep.

Hmm, how about this song?

I sang Requiem of Nausicas soundtrack. Since its all La la la la, its got no lyrics to speak of.

Umm, is nobility actually singing in such a manner? Bennyboy asked with a serious expression.

Im a former noble. Also, I might have been nobility, but I was only taught manners and refinement. This is self-taught.

Self-taught

What about it!? Got a problem with it, dude!?

As soon as I became extremely sulky, Sword soothed me in panic.

No, I like it, kay? Rather, aint you quite used to singin?

I often sang in the past.

At karaoke.

My otherworld self also went to live concerts, and its not like she was tone-deaf or had no sense of rhythm either. Of course, I dont know about this body, but since I dont feel like Ive missed any tones, I think it should be alright?

Do you have, like, any lyrics I understand up your sleeves?

Bennyboy, I dont know any of the songs of this world. Dont ask for the impossible.

Translate on the fly, you ask? If things were so easyoh, wait, that one might actually work.

While dancing I sang No-No Alien. 2

Causing a roar of laughter.

I must say you are quite the all-round talent, Indra. Bennyboy told me after we got back from the test drive.

But more importantly, Bennyboy had become all formal with me.

Im just a plain commoner like you, so no need to treat me so politely, okay?

Bennyboy waved it off, No way, thatd be absurd to think. You have that aura going for you.

What aura?

Just when I wondered about that, Sword cut in, Hey, you never treat me with proper respect, so why does Indra get a different treatment anyway? Come on, tell me!, while strangling Bennyboys neck.

Come to think of it, what kind of singing does this world have? You guys, sing something for me.

As soon as the words left my mouth, the two froze while staring at me. Then they looked at each other.

Hmm? Sword, Bennyboy, you went traveling, didnt you? Feeling uncomfortable about my songs means that you should have heard quite a few songs on your trips. Give them songs a go.

I-Im out! In the first place, I dont really have all that much spare time to listen to music. Rather than me feeling uncomfortable, you could say I dont get in touch with music, so I was simply stunned when you casually started to sing all of a sudden!

When I shifted my eyes to Sword, he became flustered, M-Me too!!

Liar.

It was Sword who felt uncomfortable to begin with!

No, you got it all wrong. At times I got invited to noble parties or exhibits of music for example, and thats bout the only times Ive heard anythin in that direction.

Arent there minstrels or such around?

The two exchanged a look. For the second time.

Those are story-tellers who occasionally accompany their words with lutes, you know?

Like priests with a biwa? 3 Sounds like theyd say, All worldly things have sounds.

I cocked my head to the side.

Eh? Indra, you were trying to imitate a minstrel with your No-no?

Nooo!

What songs do you sing when you do?

The two exchanged a look. For the third time.

Typically its hymns, Id guess. Ive also heard bout nobles havin musical performances for fun. When I expected you to hum somethin, you started to sing for real, so I was really surprised.

Aahh. Now I got it.

Well, as for me, thats just normal. Or rather, this world has so few fun things to do, so at least singing some songs would seem like a good idea. Wandering lute players coming to a random bar and playing a few pieces for some tips doesnt happen?

Thats the definition of a minstrel. But, if they went to a bar, no one would listen to em. Ordinary folk who love their drinks dont have such refined hobbies. Its the women whore thirstin for entertainment, I think. Men go to bars and grumble to others bout their wives. Women swarm good-lookin minstrels and ecstatically listen to their tales.

That makes sense.

Afterwards I was pestered by the maids to sing No-No Alien for them. They forced me to perform a mini-live in our dining hall.

I went around to track down their source of information, Swooooooord~~~~~~~!

Well, you were lovely! Once I bragged bout it to the maids, I got scolded.

He kept running away while giving me some silly excuses.

And after that, I was given a lute as a present.

This thing is different in shape from the instrument I can play. I dont know how to play it.

To be honest, I dont feel like seriously learning it. Its my sales point to have multi-varied interests, but musical instruments are something for nobles to learn. I mean, usually youd need to diligently practice them every day, and I simply dont have the time for that.

When I casually looked at the lute at a later time, it suddenly had six strings.

Whoa. Once more the leak of this information has to be

When I cast an intense glare at Sword, he averted his eyes.

I sighed, and asked, Has it been tuned?

Of course!

No helping it. Ill play. Ill play it for you, dammit!

But first I got to build a tuner.

And because of that, Im going to give a concert

What? Everyone is thirsting for entertainment? Then, sing and dance!

Its been a whileor should I say, I dont know whether Ill be able to play well since its going to be the first time in my current body.

When I tried to plunk the strings a bit, the sound was quite soft and dull.

Oh well, whatever. For now Ill try to give it a go. With Lgrima. 4

Unexpectedly, I could actually play it. And to be honest, this body is quite high spec. I could play the piece a lot smoother compared to back when my otherworld self learned it.

When I breathed out deeply, I received a fervent applause! When I looked up in surprise, everyone was eagerly clapping their hands, and not just that, some of them were even crying.

Scary. The maids are somehow crying for real there.

I have never heard anyone play such beautiful music!

It is reallyreally regrettable! Normally you would have been able to make your debut at a salon. I am sure a wonderful gentleman or two would have fallen in love with you on first sight, and you might have had a marriage with a man of such a pedigree that you could easily disregard the Earl Springcoat House, and yet!

H-How vexing! If you had performed this musical piece during your birthday party, Lady Indra, all of us could have been very proud of you

There were some among my maids who were frustrated and deeply touched in some incomprehensible way.

Please stop. I dont plan on marrying anyone, so its actually better for me to have stopped being a noble. Moreover, Im very satisfied with my current life. My noble lifestyle was full of unhappiness. Being able to do as I please, not having to lower my head for anyone, and being able to beat up and kill anyone I dislike; my current life is a dream.

Hey, just a sec, dont kill anyone, kay? Sword immediately retorted.