Chapter 214 - Final Chapter
It is finally the finale.
One week remains until the party.
In the Imperial Capital of the Altmea Empire, nobles and merchants from all over were flocking in.
Among them, naturally, were the parents and relatives of the seven idols.
The Cielo Trading Company was showing great bustle.
"This party is going to be interesting, Sera! The son-in-law's prophecy will surely come true!"
Drinking in high spirits, he was snacking on Anpan and Manju.
"Sweets and alcohol... what a strange father..."
"Fufufu. This goes together surprisingly well! Even the son-in-law said so!"
"I am not your son-in-law yet! But you said you'd make me your wife next year! ♡ Even so, I won't allow you to get complacent!"
Cielo was acting playful, though she seemed happy, as if saying, How scary, how scary.
Around that time, at the Palace, shocking news had arrived from the Duchy of Walujava.
"The Grand Duke of the Duchy of Walujava is surrendering unconditionally!? Is it true?"
"It is true, Your Majesty. Here are the details."
The Chief Chamberlain respectfully handed the official letter from the Duchy of Walujava to His Majesty.
Klaus read it thoroughly and asked a question.
"It says they are handing over Prime Minister Shoben, and they have already departed from there by carriage. It seems they are heading this way? What do you think?"
Klaus nodded and stated his thoughts.
"According to Shivans' report, the 'Church of Light' has been disbanded. Their funding sources and assassination organizations have been annihilated. Furthermore, since much of the army, navy, and noble armies have been captured, they likely decided on unconditional surrender because they had no other choice. Does the Grand Duke wish to stay alive?"
It was pitiful, but Klaus thought that Shoben was likely just a poor lamb being used as a scapegoat.
They probably have no funds left. They took action before being invaded after all their options were exhausted.
If the military arrived, it would be over in an instant.
They had nothing left to offer. So, they sacrificed Shoben.
Most likely, there was no one left to support Shoben either.
That was exactly the case.He was being transported in a prison carriage, treated like a slave or a criminal.
"You bastards! Are you not ashamed to put me through this? Are you even members of the Duchy of Walujava's military!?"
While thinking he was being noisy, the escort soldiers replied.
"Please believe that this is all by the Grand Duke's command, Excellency Prime Minister!"
It was only now that Shoben truly felt like he was part of a defeated nation.
And then, the day before the party.The group had arrived at the Imperial Capital, but the eyes of the citizens were cold.
"That's the Prime Minister who plotted the war!"
"He has such an evil face! You worthless piece of trash!"
Shoben was pelted with stones.He wanted to say that he wasn't the only one at fault. However, arriving at the Palace, he felt that no matter what he said, it would be useless in his current state.
There, His Majesty, Prime Minister Klaus, and the Cabinet Ministers were waiting.I and my Father Butler were also called, and we were to face Shoben.
"I am Morse. You said your name was Shoben? Why did you plot such a foolish war?"
"It wouldn't matter if I told you lot, you wouldn't understand. I had knowledge from my previous life, that's why I even made those big cannons. I should have been able to win with those..."
Both His Majesty and Klaus were surprised, saying, "Previous life? Such a thing exists?" and a commotion arose.
"I... in my previous life, I was a Japanese salaryman! I kicked out my peers and even flattered the bosses I hated. And I even made it to Section Chief! And yet that idiot Kato! Because a guy with no physical strength or willpower went to his grave from overwork! My life was turned upside down because of that guy!"
Everyone was asking what "Kato" was, but he continued his story regardless.
"Because he died from overwork, the environment surrounding me changed completely! Not just on social media, but our company was attacked in the newspapers and weekly magazines too. And then Tanaka and the others snitched, saying it was all because of my power harassment! Because Kato... because that guy was weak, it wasn't my fault! But the company cut me loose like cutting off a lizard's tail! Thanks to that, my wife and child divorced me and ran away. And then my neighbors and even strangers started saying bad things about me! So, I took revenge on the manager who cut me loose. But I was fought back, and before I knew it, I was in this world. I should have punched that bastard Tanaka too..."
His Majesty, Klaus, and the Cabinet Ministers were in a state of total confusion.
"What are you saying? I don't understand a single word."
The Foreign Minister asked, but he laughed as if mocking them.
"You savages wouldn't understand. The original Shoben was just a fool who was too kind. That's why I decided to become a king in this world. I thought winning the war was a given, but in a fantasy world, you never know what might happen."
He laughed and sighed as if in self-mockery.
There's no mistake! This guy is Section Chief Asano... why is he in this world?
He must have died.Well, I didn't even feel like asking how he died.
"Very well. He seems to be a madman. There seems to be no meaning in his words. Since he shows no remorse for causing the war, he shall not escape the death penalty. At least let him apologize at tomorrow's party! Keep him in the dungeon until then! Let him spend the rest of his life reflecting deeply!"
"Reflection? As if I'd do that! I was forced to take responsibility in my previous life, and it's the same in this world. In the end, I was just unlucky! Ahahaha!"
He was treated completely as a madman.Is it really okay to let this guy appear at tomorrow's party? Everyone welcomed the next morning with a lingering sense of unease.
The next morning.
From early in the morning, booths displaying local specialties were lined up on both sides of the road from the palace gates to the palace entrance, becoming a topic of conversation for the citizens of the Imperial Capital.
The Military Police had been called out for security, and the members were complaining.
"Even if the war is over, what are we supposed to do if there are criminals around..."
"That's why special allowances are being given. Keep your eyes peeled!"
Captain Warren was full of enthusiasm.Now that the war was over and peace was coming, the scale of the Military Police might be reduced and they might be restructured. To prevent that, he intended to show them his best side.
"You're quite energetic, Captain Warren!"
"Oh, Shivans! Is it since the dungeon? It's been a while. Speaking of which, I heard the enemy Prime Minister was captured, but he's just a complete scapegoat, right?"
When I nodded, he seemed to sympathize.
"We'll have to be careful not to get fired for being called lazy because of the peace. My third child was just born! I have to stay motivated!"
"Congratulations. I think it'll be fine inside the palace since the knights are there, but it seems peace is being maintained outside thanks to you, Captain!"
When I flattered him, the Captain blushed.
"Y-yes! Regarding bicycles, we are currently holding training sessions. We only give permission to those who swear to follow the rules properly. Since the permission slips are issued in His Majesty's name, even the nobles are behaving!"
"That's a good method! Well then, I'll be going."
"Yeah! See you!"
I parted with the Captain and went around looking at various booths. From the Western Margrave territory, Majeria had come as the acting lord.
"It's all thanks to you! ♡ The Punto Trading Company is also a huge success! ♡"
Her daughter Valentina was also helping, and while white wine was selling well, it seemed Brandy was the most popular. It seemed her conversations with her husband, the third son, had increased since then. Then she spoke to me in a whisper.
"That man says he can't forget the 3P he had with Shivans... ♡ He said he wants you to come again once this child is born! ♡ It's almost like worship! ♡ Because I love him, you see! ♡"
After kissing her and pulling away, I went to the booth of the Eastern Margrave, Jay, where Levina, Karina, and Julia had also come. They happily told me that they had 'become pregnant with a second child.' Jay seemed to be worrying about the child of siblings, but the public had no interest in such things.
The Rupi Trading Company was selling Shogi and Go, but Rinora was lamenting that it wasn't very impressive, so I gathered Cabinet Ministers, Academy teachers, and Knight University teachers.
"Regarding this Go, it is about how much territory you can take from your opponent. As for Shogi, it is an intellectual game of how to defeat the enemy with equal numbers or equal military force. That is, if you cannot even win against Prince Jay over there. I won't force you if you lack confidence, but..."
"Are you saying my intellect is inferior?"
"Prince Jay! Why don't you have a match with me first?"
"No, no. Please play with me!"
Everyone took the bait of my provocation. The booth instantly became crowded. When I distributed rulebooks, it became just like a tournament. Jay was screaming, though. Rinora was moved, even as she let me massage her prideful breasts.
When I went to Prince Vista's booth, Vista and Blade seemed to be enthusiastically looking around at the local specialties. The Shekel Trading Company was also extremely popular with Ekaterina helping out.
Rose was chatting with some noble Old Men, but when she found me, she shook them off and came over.
"Since I've become rejuvenated thanks to you, I'm getting nothing but invitations at parties."
"You've become more charming, so I can see why you're popular."
"Ufufu ♡ I wonder if it's because I changed my underwear?"
Saying that, she showed me her String Panties and said with a bewitching face, "I've become pregnant, you know! ♡ This time, make Chris pregnant too! ♡ It'll be hot, having both me and Chris as your partners, right? ♡"
"Are you serious?"
"Yes ♡ My husband will surely say it's fine too! ♡"
Surprised wondering if Vista had already given his consent, she said, "See you later! ♡" and left.
Next, I went to Prince Richard's booth, where the Rira Trading Company was selling peaches and dishes with thick sauce. His wife Mia was also there, and upon noticing me, she said, "Thank you."
Apparently, the sweet and delicious peaches were Lady Victoria's favorite, and it seemed both the ones supplied to the Cielo Trading Company and the ones brought here were sold out.
"And, I'm pregnant! ♡ With your child! ♡ Arina will be so frustrated when she finds out the truth! ♡ If you want to make me pregnant with another one, come visit anytime! ♡"
After a secret kiss, I left the booth and headed for the Herpes Trading Company.
"It seems business is booming thanks to Pes, huh?"
"Nooo ♡ It's all thanks to you, Master! ♡"
Saying that, she was touching her stomach.
"If you get a woman this good pregnant, it seems like many men will hate you?"
"It doesn't matter! ♡ Because I intend to bear your children forever! ♡"
The sales of Mixers, Cool Air Blowers, and warm air blowers seemed to be incredible. Moreover, they were being traded at high prices.
"When I give birth, come to see me again! ♡ It has to be you, Master! ♡"
"I understand."
After a kiss, I left the booth.
Diana was at a booth a little distance away.
Because she was a sexy woman, she stood out. Male customers were swarming, asking for Bourbon tastings, but the workshop manager was shouting, "Did you come to drink my alcohol? If you've come to see the Lord, stand back!"
As I was chuckling, the people making Tortillas noticed me.
"It's been a long time, Shivans-sama! I'm so excited to be in the Imperial Capital for the first time!"
"This booth is full of vitality!"
"It's thanks to the new Lord, Lady Diana! Look! It's incredibly popular, isn't it?"
Diana also noticed me and ran over.
"I wanted to see you! ♡ I... I'm pregnant! ♡"
"Please give birth to a good child!"
"Of course! ♡ I'll be a good mother! I'll work hard for that too!"
At that point, it was announced that the party was finally beginning.I escorted Diana and headed toward the Palace.
There was an announcement of the Conferral of Title from the General Affairs Minister.Aristo became a Quasi-Knight and hugged me, saying, "We did it, Shivans!"
Apparently, the fact that he won a duel and that this became known to the world was a big factor.Klaus likely knew. However, Marino and Aqua did not seem to know, and they were rejoicing while holding hands.
The concubines and lovers of Windam, who were standing beside them, were also rejoicing.
It's probably to reduce my burden even a little, by having them look for partners at the party. It seems they are pushing it onto Father Butler too...
Butler was pushing it onto Gale and Ben, but both of them seemed to be seriously considering it. With the war over, they seemed to be thinking about their old age and considering marriage.
And Diana.Since I invented Bourbon whiskey and the reputation of the territory was excellent.
"I am His Majesty's noble..."
She began to weep with emotion.Next, the castle was stirred when Sera and Yaris also became Quasi-Knights.
"They're women from merchant families!?"
"I heard one is from the slums, but her military achievements in the war must be significant."
As the era was changing, the nobles were lost in thought.They probably felt as if they were being told not to think that the current state would last forever.
And then, Promotion in Rank.Father Butler became a Marquis, and I was promoted to Viscount.Gran also became a Marquis and was moved to tears upon being appointed Navy Minister. His younger sister, Rose, became a Knight and was famous as a Navy Admiral.
Others, like the Traffic Light Trio and Carla's father, were promoted in rank and transferred to new territories, rejoicing while holding hands. Other nobles who had gained fame by participating in the war were also promoted in rank.
The Mercury family and Auris also seemed to have been promoted in rank this time, and they came to me one after another to say thank you.
"To think that I, Excellency Auris, would be receiving thanks..."
"You gave me advice at the risk of your life. Without that, I would not be alive now... I am truly grateful! Thank you!"
In the previous battle, he had stood on the front lines, fought bravely, and sustained serious injuries.And this time, he had also worked like a lion alongside the Mercury family on the front lines.
"Shivans-kun! Please come to my house again! Our house's development is all thanks to you. Rina and Mayura have had children and aren't here today, but they wanted to see you. They specifically asked me to give them their best regards!"
"Is that so. As long as everyone is well, that is all that matters."
It was as if the fact that they were once despised as 'upstart nobles' was a lie.Many nobles and great merchants came to my parents and me, chatting happily.
After that, things were lively with dancing, meals, bring-in rooms, and various other activities.
Then, the highlight of today, Shoben, was led onto the stage by two knights, and everyone stopped moving, focusing their attention on the stage.
His Majesty spoke toward Shoben.
"Do you have something you want to say, or perhaps a plea for your life?"
"A plea for my life? It's too late for that. Listen! If even the smallest gear had gone wrong, you all would be prostrating before me! Not just you! The Kingdom of Rhodesia and the East Empire should have been prostrating before me too!"
The reaction of the spectators watching that was cold.
"There's a limit to such sore losing!"
"Boasting and grandstanding—that describes you perfectly!"
Shoben looked on as if sneering at the boos from the spectators.Then, for a moment, the lights dimmed, and someone was standing behind Shoben.
Who is that? Is it a performance I don't know about? But His Majesty and Klaus are also surprised.
A spotlight was cast on the stage.
"For a powerless small fry like you, that dream is impossible! I shall make it a reality! I shall be the ruler of this continent! The Duchy of Walujava is already my subordinate! Ahahaha!"
"Who are you!? To call me a small fry! How insolent..."
Just as he was about to speak, Shoben was pierced through the back by a sword and died instantly.
"Y-you are!"
The two knights were also decapitated in an instant, and chaos broke out.The knights immediately surrounded him, but everyone was defeated in no time.
"Windam..."
Klaus muttered with a stunned expression.It was certainly Windam's face. However, the atmosphere he held was that of a completely different person.
"Hmm. It is true that the man who owned this body had such a name. But since he pleaded for his life so pathetically, I only spared his life. I am the first Emperor, Auslese I! Everyone! Bow your heads!"
The intimidation was incredible.
"He took over Windam's body? Then is Windam alive?"
He sneered at Klaus's question.
"Did I not say? Only the body is alive! But the soul has long since vanished. I kept my promise. I did spare his life, after all! Are those two there my descendants? What year of the Imperial Calendar is it now?"
"It is year 256... Could it really be?"
His Majesty replied as if groaning.
"Year 250, eh... When I tried to unify the continent, even my high officials and sons opposed me! Even Otfrid, who was a loyal subject and my dear friend, said he opposed me! I became the Emperor! Why should I listen to what those around me say! You would think so, wouldn't you? That is why I purged not only the high officials but also the soldiers and the people! Do you understand?"
"That's madness! That's why there were no historical records left regarding the first Emperor or Otfrid-sama..."
Klaus muttered with an expression that suggested he had finally understood.
"Otfrid-sama!? He is... the traitor who killed me! Well, fine. I shall kill everyone here!"
The man with Windam's face began to say something outrageous.However, everyone was unable to move due to the intimidation.
"First, you two die!"
"Your Majesty! Klaus-sama! Please escape!"
The only ones who could move were me and my Father Butler.Thanks to the barrier I cast, His Majesty and Klaus were spared from being cut.
"What is this? A barrier? Is this nothing more than thin ice!? Ahahaha!"
My barrier was smashed in an instant.The New Leader of Koka Tribe, who was a guest, and the Obaaba-sama of the Iga Tribe were both struck with terror.
"The Angel-sama's barrier... being broken by a devil... it is a nightmare!"
I gave instructions to the men of 'Shinobi' and the women of 'Kunoichi' to lead our companions and the people around us to escape.
"Shivans-sama! Please don't die! There is a child in my womb!"
"I know! So please run, Anne! Even my Father and I might not be able to win!"
There was no one else who could stand against him.When I stood against him with the sword I received from His Majesty, he shouted, "That was originally my sword! Give it back, boy!" and kicked me, blowing me away with enough force to break several pillars.
"Guh..."
I was blown through a wall after smashing a pillar, covered in blood with broken bones.
"Ho! To think you are still alive after taking my kick!"
Thanks to both myself and Butler wearing Body Suits, we avoided instant death.I had applied [Effect: Shock Absorption], but my body was in tatters from a single blow.
My ribs are broken too... even High Heal won't catch up...
My Father Butler, who was fighting in my stead, said, "My arms and legs have been hit... at least you, Shivans, must escape!"
"It doesn't look like he'll let us go... more importantly, Father. Please, take care of His Majesty and Klaus-sama. I will buy time..."
"I understand... don't die..."
Butler tried to lead His Majesty and Klaus away.
"No, Butler! You all escape first! The misconduct of my son, Windam... I cannot sacrifice you, father and son!"
"Excellency! That is no longer Windam! He is something else in appearance only! Come, hurry! If we get outside, I will go to save Shivans!"
I cast a barrier and released the ultimate magic, [Skill: Supernova].I intended to purify him with the ultimate holy magic, emitting a dazzling light.
"Wahahaha! Useless, useless, useless! A boy's magic will not work!"
He was uninjured, and my barrier was broken with ease, and I took a counterattack.
This is bad...
His Majesty and Klaus, looking back at me with worry, shouted in pained voices.
"Shivans!"
"Shivans-kun... I'm sorry..."
Everyone thought I was dead.Just as I was sensing death myself, a voice came from the sky.
'You're late. I've kept you waiting.'
The one who spoke gently was... the Dullahan.And the one who stroked me with a gentle face, saying, 'You did well,' was Otfrid.
Did he remember that I was concerned about my descendants?
'They are all like my descendants. It seems only Aqua remains as a direct descendant.'
I could only nod.My consciousness was about to fade...
Butler was also in a staggering state, supporting His Majesty and Klaus.Then, Windam sneered and spoke to the two of them.
"You've become quite an ugly sight again. Is it Otfrid as the Knight Commander? You lot! With what face do you appear before me again?"
Windam's form spoke with a loathsome expression.
'To think you still have lingering attachments to this world. It is appalling.'
It seemed Otfrid laughed.
'All the effort to erase the names of Auslese-sama and Otfrid-sama, and to make the dishonorable records vanish, has gone to waste, hasn't it?'
When the Dullahan spoke as if admonishing a child, he became enraged.
"Not only do you fail to understand my grand ambition, but you even interfere! You great criminals who killed your lord!"
'You shall bear your sins once more. Together with Otfrid-sama.'
'Come, together! Let us descend into hell!'
Otfrid chanted the spell [Skill: Hell Gate], and a dark miasma began to drift. Then, the sound of a gate opening, "Gogogogo."
"Stop! I... with this body, the world..."
'Come, Cerberus! Take him with you! Farewell, Shivans! I leave the rest to you!'
I lost consciousness there.Thinking that this was my death...
When I woke up, it was an unfamiliar place.
"You've finally woken up! Teacher! Everyone!"
It seemed I had been sleeping in a bed at the Imperial Research Institute for two and a half years.However, far from being able to sit up, I had no strength in my body at all.
Quack Doctor Trio A came and said, "Thank goodness..." while weeping.
"Every day, Lady Aqua held your hand and prayed for your recovery. We thought it was over. But everyone did not give up."
When I realized, besides Aqua, there were Aria, Kate, and Chris from the Academy, and the seven idols. Additionally, Emilia, Reimi, and Milfe from 'Silver Wolf,' as well as Sera and Yaris, were there.
"We graduated... and yet, Senpai..."
When Chris said that while crying, Aria said, "A lot has happened in these two and a half years..." and told me.
First, regarding the party, it was naturally a mess.
"I am sorry to my ancestors..."
"Because Windam was a coward..."
It seemed His Majesty and Klaus had fallen into depression and tried to commit suicide.Both of them believed that I had been killed right before their eyes.
"Please wait! Shivans is still breathing! Get medical attention immediately!"
It seemed the two of them had reconsidered death because of Butler's words.However, they had felt a sense of resignation because I would not wake up no matter how much time passed.
Quack Doctor Trio A told me that while I was sleeping, Aqua had stayed by my side the whole time to handle my personal care.
"I'm sorry, I feel like an old woman."
"Ufufu. I was able to do some practice! Now I'll be fine even if you become bedridden."
Aqua was laughing while crying.The seven idols also said they were told by their parents to give up on me and get married.
"To be honest, I could work hard until graduation, but I thought about giving up on Senpai many times since he wouldn't wake up even after a year. But since everyone else hadn't given up, I thought I didn't want to be the only one to give up... I'm sorry..."
Misuzu said that and cried.
"But it's a miracle. It was strange enough that he was even alive in that state..."
It seemed when Emilia and the others rushed over, I was in a near-death state.Reimi told me that even my parents had said, "Shivans might be gone..."
"I had no intention of marrying anyone but Shivans. I thought if it didn't work out, I had my savings and I'd manage somehow. But I thought that maybe, somewhere, he would wake up. I learned that I'm surprisingly bad at giving up."
Reimi said that while laughing.After I finished one month of rehabilitation, I became able to move enough to handle daily life.
And one night.
'I have a request.'
A voice was heard from somewhere, and I was pulled from my bed, changed into a tuxedo, and led to a place like a church wedding hall and made to wait.
Waiting there in the guise of a priest was a priest who had the traces of the Dullahan.
'Even I was once a white human.'
"Was that so. What do you want to ask of me?"
Then, a person who seemed to be Otfrid arrived, accompanied by Aqua in a wedding dress.
"You're beautiful, Aqua!"
She looked embarrassed, wearing the wedding dress I had made before.
'Shivans. I'm counting on you!'
'Be happy!'
Blessed by Otfrid and the Dullahan, we were married.
"I'm not even a virgin, and I can't give you your first child. And I'm much older as an auntie... is that still okay?"
"Of course! Sorry for making you wait for two and a half years. I'll make you happy!"
When I put on the ring, Aqua wept with joy as she was blessed.Staring at Aqua's dress and Aqua's ring, she said, "I'm so happy!" and cried again.
Many years passed after that.As I approached death, I told Aqua.
"I am not a person of this world. I died in my previous world. But I was happy coming to this world. I'm glad I met you, Aqua!"
"My! Then let us be together in the next life too! This time, I will be in your world!"
I was supposed to pass away peacefully, as if sleeping quietly.
I heard the sound of water falling with a "plop."
"Teacher! The patient has woken up!"
"Oh! That's great, young man!"
I had returned to being Katsuya Takuya.According to the teacher, I was discovered after collapsing from overwork and somehow managed to survive.
"Oh! They say a much-hated child is a blessing to the world, and it's true! I thought you were a goner."
Even when Tanaka said that to me, it didn't click.
What was that about the other world? Or was it a dream? If it was a dream, it was a grand one...
As I was chuckling, Aqua appeared, saying, "I didn't hear anything about you hitting your head. Are you okay? More importantly, Kato! Say thank you! If the new graduate hadn't noticed, you would have died!"
"What's wrong, Kato? Why the surprised face. Did you forget the new graduate? This girl said something was wrong with you, and when the two of us went to your room, you were collapsed and near death!"
"I-I-Is that so? Thank you... um, what is your name?"
"You don't even remember the name of such a cute beauty?"
She muttered complaints, but such a girl shouldn't exist.
"My name is Otfrid Mizue! I'm a half, so I should be rare, right? Please remember me next time, okay?"
"Ah... of course..."
Otfrid! There's no mistake...After being discharged, when I invited her to a meal, she said, "With pleasure!"
When Tanaka found out, he complained.
"You bastard! Even though you didn't set up a meal with her for me!"
I wanted to tell Tanaka that the new graduate girl must have been someone else.However, I wondered if my memory was strange. While feeling confused, I apologized.
"Well, fine. Do your best! New Section Chief Kato!"
"Stop it. It's not like I wanted to become a section chief through someone else's misfortune. I declined, you know?"
"It's fine! The manager was injured too. Since he stabbed himself..."
It seemed Section Chief Asano had tried to stab the manager with a knife.When he tried to take the knife away, he apparently tripped and ended up stabbing himself.
So that was Prime Minister Shoben... it was a chance to start over, though.
The company, which had many dark topics, brought things to a close by making me a section chief.I sensed they wanted to say, "Don't make the commotion any larger," by making me a section chief to make me a person on the company's side rather than a union member.
I invited Mizue to a restaurant.There, I asked what I wanted to know.
"Do you not remember the name Aqua?"
"My father seemed to want to name me Aqua. Since my mother was Japanese, he named me Mizue. Why do you ask that?"
When I told her about my previous life, she began to cry uncontrollably.
"Sometimes, a boy named Shivans would appear in my dreams. As I thought, Senpai was my person of destiny! Please marry me! Even though I look like this, I was popular! But I've come this far without dating anyone..."
"That's a line for a man like me to say. Once again, please marry me!"
In the large restaurant, we were applauded and blessed by those around us who were watching.
We reached marriage in no time, and people around us teased us.
"You can call me Aqua! Let's make ten children!"
"Fufufu. As expected, it's Aqua!"
I was savoring the happiness I had grasped through a grand detour.
Thank you very much for reading for a long time.