Chapter 3

Episode 3: Crossdressing is Also a Broad Definition of Becoming a Beautiful Girl

Work’s over!

Good job, everyone!

At nine o’clock at night, I left my third part-time job.

My body is completely exhausted, but my steps back to Factom General Academy feel light.

After all, today’s the day my awaited item arrives.

“It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say I worked hard at my part-time jobs for this day. It was fortunate that it could be paid for later. Really fortunate…!”

I bought something soon after arriving at Factom General Academy.

It was a purchase that cost well over a hundred thousand yen, but I had no hesitation.

With a cheerful mood, I passed through the gate and returned to the academy.

Even though it looks like a ruin, right now it seems to shine. Apparently, the way the world appears can change entirely depending on one’s mindset.

“I’m home… Is this it?”

In front of the dormitory where I live alone, there were multiple cardboard boxes stacked up.

Of course, there were no signs they had been opened, and there’s no possibility anyone has seen them. If they were seen, I’d probably explode into pieces.

“Let’s hurry and bring them in.”

We need to act before anyone sees them!

I placed the packages in the adjacent room.

Well, since the wall is already broken, there’s no real concept of ‘next door.’ After all, you can move between rooms easily.

“Well then, let’s open it!”

Without eating dinner, I quickly opened the box.

What came out were various cosmetics and costumes.

Especially this black-and-white frilly Gothic Lolita outfit—it’s magnificent.

“Hmm.”

I nodded in satisfaction.

Then, I set the cosmetics in front of the cracked mirror and sat down.

You’ve probably figured it out by now.

“Shall we do it? Crossdressing…!”

If I can’t become a beautiful girl, I’ll have to settle for something as close as possible.

Crossdressing is effective as a form of therapy for the desire to become a beautiful girl—this is something everyone should already know.

Apparently, in Japan since the Azuchi-Momoyama period, it was said, “If you want to become a beautiful girl, first hone your skills through crossdressing.” Our ancestors truly lived ahead of their time.

This is my first time applying makeup.

But, I’ve been asking all my senior coworkers about makeup for this day, and some even helped me practice.

Thank you, team leader.

“—Phew, this is about it.”

For an ordinary guy, this is the extent of crossdressing.

But I am Na Takikai.

I have a decent face, pale skin, and a thin build.

During my lifetime, I often saw illustrations of him dressed as a woman, and it seems the great predecessors weren’t wrong.

“This… is a beautiful girl.”

If Schrödinger’s cat applies here, then practically speaking, this is a beautiful girl.

The Gothic Lolita outfit adorned with black-and-white frills, along with the custom-made wig dyed the same bluish-silver color as Kei’s hair.

The wavy long hair skillfully hides my features, transforming me completely into a beautiful girl.

“Oh, ohhhhh…!”

Tears of joy well up in me.

There, in the mirror, is a beautiful girl.

This is me. This is the maximum level of beauty I can currently achieve…!

“Cute. …Hmm, acting a bit aloof might suit me better. The mysterious type who carries darkness within.”

A cracked mirror and a dilapidated room.

A solitary Mysterious Beautiful Girl standing amidst a decadent space.

Perfect.

“Heheh.”

Overjoyed, I can’t help but smile like someone from Edo.

No good, that kind of laugh doesn’t fit a beautiful girl like me.

The main event begins now.

“Let’s go outside.”

I’ve crossdressed. Now, all I need to do is go outside. Naturally.

And not just going outside casually either.

“Let’s head to the dungeon.”

I’m new to dungeons.

Though I have knowledge from the source material, I’m not accustomed to fighting.

Especially regarding magical power, most of it remains unknown to me.

Here, magical power is mainly used by explorers to enhance physical abilities, functioning like buffs. Since magic doesn’t exist, it’s fortunate that we don’t need to memorize spells.

That’s why, after finishing work every night, I head to the beginner dungeon to learn how to fight.

All schools are required to have training dungeons for beginners, so this Factom General Academy also has a beginner dungeon.

Today marks the third day. It’s about time I defeat the boss.

“Mizuki Senpai said she’ll be handling rescue requests until tomorrow, and Miroku Senpai sleeps after eight in the evening. Toa-san avoids leaving her room at night because she’s scared. In other words, the dungeon is empty right now! Perfect conditions for my crossdressing adventure!”

My heart is racing with excitement.

I prepared everything necessary for dungeon exploration and was about to leave the room when I stopped.

“…Better safe than sorry.”

I put on the gaming-style gas mask I ordered, which only covers the mouth area.

It’s a flashy gaming gas mask that glows unnecessarily in its details. I bought it because I love the idea of a beautiful girl who suits such accessories. Do you have any complaints?

“Shoo-koo shoo-koo… No, I can speak normally.”

This mask has no effect anyway.

“Alright, let’s refocus and get going!”

Crossdressing dungeon conquest, beginning!

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