69 epilogue




 There's a thing about going back to pretend in a sugoroku, right?

 That's how I feel.

'We're back in our first house.

 I came back to the house the embassy had set up for me and watched my sister happily cleaning and tidying up.

'A big house is nice, but I'm more comfortable in this one,'

 A few days after the incident with Eryk.

 I gave a hand up to the guy's parents, the Barriel family - I didn't, I protested, and I got compensation again.

 Oops, this isn't the end.

 I owe them a big favor, and I'm going to slowly squeeze it out of them.

 I also got the compensation money as a kind of sympathy money, so the negotiations will start now. I'm going to make you jump until you can't hear the pennies anymore!

 Also, I'm making sure I'm in touch with the kingdom.

 I'm happy to see Roland struggling to stay busy.

 However - the execution thing is not required to avoid any further break in the original story. The priority is not their lives, but rather to avoid a world crisis.

 If it weren't for the world crisis, I wouldn't have studied abroad in the first place.

 I'd rather not be a part of it anymore if I could.

 However, there was one good thing about having Erik on board. It wasn't the fact that I got the stuff for Katsuage, or that I made Roland suffer.

 -- it was his sister.

 She used to be somewhat ostracized before, but she's blown up and her smile has returned.

 Her speech has become more savvy.

 I'm really glad. Before, he would start crying even when we talked normally, and he would get confused when we asked him things, and he had a hard time staying indoors.

 I was mostly passive in talking to him.

 The rest of the time, I'd talk to him on my own or maybe?

'Huh? Where's Luc?

He'd have to be the main body in the harbor, not the other way around. He's going to the port because the second delegation from the kingdom is coming and that's why he's going there.

 Now that the main body is here, you said you would refuel and maintain the Einhorn.

 You also said the Aroganz needed to be serviced and cleaned.

 You said you'd do gut maintenance and cleaning.

 Aren't you too fastidious in your artificial intelligence habits?

 I was relieved to see my sister in her apron, and I was relieved to see her back on her feet.

 But now comes the question.

 From what Marie, and Lelia's story overall, there are only two characters left to capture in the second game.

 One of them is a senior, but it seems that if they don't get involved in their freshman year, they'll make a girlfriend.

 ........Because of Lelia, this senior student is automatically removed from the list of candidates.

 The second is a reincarnator - or more accurately, a possessor? even though he's a boy to be attacked.

 They don't seem to know anything about maidenhood and seem to do whatever they want.

 Even though the three of them know about it, Eryk is out of the question.

 Emile has a good shot at a cheap tile, Lelia, and it looks like Emile will refuse to switch to his sister from here.

 Sis wouldn't want to sidestep her sister's boyfriend either.

 I look at my sister who is cleaning up the house.

'Um, are the plates over here?'

 She looks homely in her apron and doing housework.

 That's it!

 The gal-like girl is bruised because she's trying to be too homely or gap-moaning. I'm going to make a mistake if I keep living with her,

 I tell myself.

'Don't mess with her. Don't mess with him. You mess with me, you're stuck.

 Remember.

 I have two fiancées.

 It's not easy being alone, but I have two.

 I pulled my notebook out of my pocket and found a picture that Clairvoyant had sent me. Livia in her white underwear and Angel in her red underwear - yes, I have two of them and I have to endure it.

 Sis approached me.

'Rion........'

No, no, you don't have to put the 's' in it.

'Then it's Leon. I've been forced to use formal language for a while now, so I'll have a hard time speaking.

 It seems that Eryk was forcing a lot of things on his sister to make her worthy of him.

 The language is one of them.

 But still, is this the true state of things........

 That Lelia guy, didn't you think anything of it when you saw your sister in a terrible state back then? He was somewhat flustered, but what on earth did he think?



 Summer vacation.

 Lelia has been invited by Emile to come to town.

 However, seeing Lelia's depressed state, Emile is worried about her.

'Are you okay, Lelia?'

Uh-huh.

 But inwardly, I wasn't okay with it.

(What should I do. If Eryk can't, then Emile can't either.......the only one left is Narcissus-sensei-sensei. (But that Narcissus-sensei is also...)

 Emile changed the subject.

'I'm sorry about that. I've been so busy lately that I haven't been able to see you properly.'

You've been busy, haven't you?

Well yes. It's all about the Favell family. The Republic had to pay a lot of money in reparations, but there was a lot more to it than that.

 This incident that Pierre had caused.

 If he had been defeated by Lyon, he would have lost the defensive battle. The six great nobles, who could not admit it, blamed Pierre for the incident.

 The House of Fèvel protested, but the other five houses did not relent.

 On the contrary, they made the punishment of the House of Fèvel quite light in the eyes of the other nations. This is the situation of the Republic, which doesn't want to admit defeat to other countries, and the decision was made to convince the Favell family to accept it.

 It's a good thing that you're not the only one who can do this.

(After all, it's the lack of a proper chairman in the sixth family that makes it a disaster.

 It was so in the game, it was Lelia, he thought.

 This time, as a result, over a hundred airships were sunk as a result, and even if there were few human casualties, the six great nobles were in a panic.

 Emile and Narcissus were also sent out to help them with various tasks.

 Lelia's prediction was.

It's Alberg. He's the mastermind behind the Favell family's exploits, so he can't be punished too seriously.

 The six nobles who wanted to make it a family affair.

 The Acting Chancellor, Alberg, who can't blame House Favre.

(A really persistent man.)

 Emile continues to talk with a tired look on his face.

'The problem is Pierre. 'The problem is Pierre, because he lost his blessing. His fiancée dumped him, and that led to a pile-up.

 Pierre's fiancée, but since she is now without blessing, she has asked him to break off the engagement. The Feuvels admit it without blame. It shows how deadly the absence of blessings is in the aristocratic society of the Republic.

 That's where Lelia is depressed.

 Pierre's fiancée is to be married to another man.

 The other fiancées of the nobles who caused this incident, and those who were involved, have also switched to different partners.

''Eric got screwed up as well, and I'm really in a panic now. It's a good thing that you're able to get a good idea of what's going on. I was even approached about it.

 That's what Lelia was worried about.



 Lelia was scratching her head at the developments that weren't in the game.



 Marie's house.

 Erick comes in as a guest, spied on by the Barriel family's vassals.

 Greg and Chris stared at him.

'What are you doing here?'

Go home.

 The parlor.

 Marie calmed them both down and spoke to Eryk.

'I'm sorry,' she said, 'but it's your fault too. But it's your fault too. I mean, the six nobles are so naive to think it's okay to walk around now. Ani -- if Rion is furious, you guys will be stuck this time.

 The vassals looked very nervous when they were told they were going to be stuck.

 Sweat was beading on their foreheads.

 They are watching to see if Eryk will say something strange.

 Yes, they were on guard for Erik.

 Eryk would tell him in a nonchalant manner.

'Well I think about what I did afterwards. Surely, I could have been wrong.

 Marie snickered.

'Maybe, but it's true. 'You're going to have to change that perception,'

 Against the backdrop of Rion, an armed force that had become a viable force in the Republic, Marie was arrogant.

 He was on a roll.

 But the vassals of the Barriel family didn't say anything back.

 Eryk smiled bitterly.

''Well.... But maybe there's no need to change things up.''

What do you mean? Are you making fun of me?

No! No, it's just that my life depends on you. There's been a series of scandals against the kingdom. My father is at his wit's end. The other six great lords and ladies wouldn't allow me to be executed or even put away. I've heard that if I'm punished too harshly, the people who have forgiven Pierre will have a problem with me. After all, the Republic can't offer Pierre to the kingdom.

 Marie thought of the council, which had been going right and left.

 The position of the summative is also weak, and most importantly, it's hard to talk about it when it's split in half.

 Marier was also frustrated with the council that seemed to be goofing around.

''Does that mean they don't reflect on it?''

 Marie thinks.

(Alright, I'll have my brother on the hook and now I'll have him milk the Barriel family. Then maybe I'll get a little something from them!

 But you know what?

"So your father doesn't blame you for killing me. He said I was free to do what I wanted.

"Huh?

 Julius was puzzled by Marie's surprise.

''........That's strange. What's the point of killing them unofficially? I hate to say it, but your life is part of the bargaining chip. If we kill you here, there is no benefit to the Barriel family, or the Republic, for that matter. In fact, it would make the kingdom look better if we officially turned you in.

 Erik had a small smile on his face.

'Yeah, I guess you're right. From your point of view, that would be the right thing to do. --but I'm not worth it right now.

 Eryk shows me the back of his right hand.

 Marie is surprised to see that the crest is gone.

'Hey, why? It's not like this was a duel I swore to the Holy Tree!

You know your stuff. After that, they took the Sigil and I was left without a blessing. Father wants to lock me up or make me disappear at once. But that would put the kingdom in an awkward position. The council won't allow me to give it to you. They won't allow me to give it to them, even if it's only unofficially to show their good faith. To the kingdom - or to that count, perhaps?

 Zirk mutters.

'If you're going to erase it anyway, it should make a bit of an impression, shouldn't it?

 Brad shook his head.

'Can't we just be honest and apologize? I mean, Pierre hasn't even come to apologize to me?

 Eryk will talk about Pierre and his friends.

'I'm sorry, but Pierre and his friends are missing. Normally an apology would be a priority, but I don't think they are in a position to apologize in the first place. During the interrogation, I found out that Pierre is planning to kick his brother's ass. The next master of the family was very angry.

 Hearing this, Julius and the others seemed to have immediately guessed. Some time passes after Marie realizes a little late and closes her mouth.

(Not goofing off about anything. Why is this happening!)

 The pistol was placed in front of Marie as Eriq turned to the vassals of the Barriel family and the pistol was placed in front of her.

'If you want to shoot me right away, then do it. As for torture I'd be grateful if you wouldn't have to do it. Preferably in the presence of Count Baldfalt, please.

 Unmotivated, Eryk was about to lay down his life.

 When Marie got up from the sofa, she got on the table, stepped over the gun and slapped Eryk and grabbed him by the chest.

 The people around him were surprised by this action, but the knights of the Barriel family didn't stop him.

''Don't lick me!

What?

Can you kill me? What do you think we are? You'd better apologize first! And the look on your face like you're willing to die is disgusting. You've never wanted to die, have you?

 Marie is - there is.

 At the end of her previous life, it was a shameful way to die.

 She was violated by her opponent, and she was unable to move because she thought, oh, this is not good. Then I thought of my family's face - I wanted to see my daughter's face again.

 I didn't want to die.

'A man of that caliber isn't worth killing! Struggle and struggle you will live to the end. I am not going to let you die until you make up for all the mistakes you have made!

 Eryk bursts into tears at Marie's sermon.

'Well I was told to die for my home. I didn't expect to be told to live by the people I thought were going to kill me.

 An excited Marie says to Eryk.

''Ani I'll explain to Rion what's going on. You guys don't have any complaints about this, do you? If I kill him, I'll turn Rion against House Barriel... so get ready for it! I'm serious! We'll do it when we have to!

 -- it's Leon who does it. But no one is tsking.

 Both Greg and Chris look at Marie, who glares at the Barriel family vassals.

If Marie allows it, that's fine too.

Marie is a sweetheart.

 Neither of them complained.

 The vassals of the Alsel family stood upright and steadfast with blue faces as they replied.

''Or, we will definitely tell the head of the family!

 Eryk looked at Marie's imposing figure with a twinkle in his eye.



 I was at home, waiting for lunch to be ready.

 I can hear the sound of a pot simmering.

'It's almost ready,'

Yes?

 I answered and waited.

 I've laid out the plates and bought the bread you asked for.

 I'm ready to go.

 Then my sister looks at the back of her right hand.

'Oh, that?'

What's going on? Is that a burn?

 I get up from my chair and my sister shakes her head.

'It's not. Here.

 What emerged was a coat of arms.

'This is a coat of arms? Blessings of the Holy Tree?

 I don't know what kind of crest it was, but I quickly looked at the saplings on the table. It was still sparkling today, but it seemed to be getting a little bigger.

 It looked narrow in its case.

''........no way, this guy?''

 As she looked at the back of her right hand.

I've seen this. I lived here a long time ago, and that's the same one I saw at home.

 I'm hiding my origins, but I knew that because I heard about it from your sister.

 But your sister wants to hide it from me, so now I think about the coat of arms.

'What's this--'

 There was a knock on the front door.

 Since a guest has also arrived, I open the door, wary of dealing with them first.

 Who was there--.

''Rion-san!

It's been a while.

 They jumped at me.

"Livia! And Angel!

 They are looking at me.

"We're here with the second delegation. Mr. Nix--and your brother-in-law is with us.

 Livia turns around to see her exasperated brother standing there.

 He crossed his arms and looked at me in disgust.

''Well why should I have to watch your happy scene? That said, let me in quickly. I'm tired from the long trip.

 Angel peeks inside.

'More importantly, how is Noel? I was just wondering--

 Oh, I didn't tell him he was dead.

 I didn't tell them in detail in the first place because it's so graphic, like caring for an old dog. I couldn't tell him how hard it was to dispose of feces and urine, or email him and tell him he was getting weak and dying.

 I was about to tell her I was gone, but she pulled me back.

 My sister pinches my clothes with her fingers and pulls me a little. She was hiding behind me, a little scared of the strangers.

 But when I saw that, the smile disappeared from Livia and Angier.

''Well Mr. Rion, who is that person?''

You wanna explain, Leon? And where's Noel?

 Why do you care about Noel?

 My brother? Hey, why would you ever turn your head away from me?

'No, he's got a lot going on, and Noel--'

This is Noel.

What?

 My sister looks at me, a little embarrassed, her cheeks dyed.

'My name ... is Noel.

 I froze at the answer.

 Livia mutters.

'Noel a seventeen year old female. 'A, Angel! I have a crib in my room!

 Noel - Livia was pointing at the crib I was using to care for the dog.

 

Looks like you're getting along pretty well, Leon. A cute little female dog, you say? We thought it was an old dog, but we didn't expect it to be human.

 Their eyes were very scary.

 Very cold eyes.

 No expression. Even I, being a dullard, knew immediately that this was not good.

 When I looked at my brother, he turned away and covered his ears.

 He must think I'm bad. Surely if it was the other way around, I would have left my brother and run away.

 I'd have thought.

 Why am I in such a corner? I didn't even do anything wrong.

 

 If I had to describe the situation, wouldn't it be the scene where a wife, who visited her single place of residence to surprise her husband without contacting him, found him having an affair?

 It's like a daytime drama.

 I'm like a husband caught in the act of cheating....

 Isn't it hard to get him to trust me, no matter what I say?

 Misunderstanding leads to misunderstanding, and no matter what I explain to them, they are unlikely to believe me....

 No matter how much I explain, the two of them will surely doubt me. If that's the case, it's best to have Luxion talk to them.

 But unfortunately, Luxion hasn't come back yet.

 Livia and Angel are coming over to me.

''Rion-san!''

Rion!

 I shouted sincerely to Luxion, who hadn't come back yet.


'Help me, Luxion!