After Ain disappeared.
Before leaving, I turned on my computer to check. I know it’s not polite to do this in someone else’s house, but there’s something I need to check.
＜Broken Sky＞
Did the game I played really exist?
Of course, there is no point in doing that now.
Wouldn’t it be nice if I could get some info I missed though.
“… … but.”
But no search results.
The game ＜Broken Sky＞ that I used to enjoy did not exist.
There was nothing to be particularly shocked about. There is only regret left.
“Actually, I didn’t even expect it.”
I shrug my shoulders and stand up. There is nothing more to investigate.
“… … No.”
before turning the foot. I look at the computer screen, which is turned on again.
Even if you don’t have this information, there is any amount of information you need.
Scientific knowledge is good, historical knowledge is good. Knowledge accumulated from other perspectives is always a valuable treasure.
Yeah, so the first thing I should search for is… … .
[Recommended dating course]
If the people around me are happy, then I can be happy too. So this is normal.
It is to leave a good memory for Arrieta, who must have suffered a lot because of me today.
* * *
After getting out of the room and crossing the living room, what I saw was Arietta, who was still praying.
Normally, she would have noticed it when she was this close, but it seems that Ain’s barrier prevented her from even detecting her divine power.
Well, since it was originally intended to hide oneself, it is only natural that hiding one’s divinity would precede it.
“… … .”
Carefully stretch out your hand.
A hand touches Arrieta’s cheek, who is standing close to the door.
Arrieta seemed startled for a moment, but then she grabbed my hand with both hands and started to shed tears.
“Are you worried enough to cry?”
“I’m glad.”
“Is that so?”
“Yes, because God answered my prayer.”
“Arrieta is not a person loved by God. That’s why I’m going to listen to your prayers.”
“no. It wasn’t. Most of my prayers did not reach me. But that makes me even happier.”
“… … I see.”
Adults have hardships.
In the first place, the fact that a large amount of divine power dwells in them is the minimum mercy so that they can fight against fate.
Arrieta is the same.
I don’t know, but she must have suffered all kinds of hardships.
At that time, whenever it was difficult, I must have prayed.
But how many times have things gotten better through prayer? Not losing faith in that situation would have been a penance.
“Are you okay?”
“Yes, everything is settled now. There will be no more shaking. So now it’s okay even if Arrieta doesn’t have to tremble for me.”
Worry too much
No, if you look at the me that I showed you earlier, wouldn’t that be wrong?
It could be said that he was in a state of extreme anxiety, so it would be natural.
That’s okay. didn’t you come back
Isn’t it possible to rise above the painful truth so far?
I have become a better person.
This time, I was able to overcome the pain and get stronger.
“Arrieta.”
“Yes, Mr. Oz.”
Wiping Arrieta’s tears.
And he spoke to her in the brightest voice possible.
“Would you like to go on a date for a while?”
“… … Yeah?”
The dripping tears stop.
And then Arrieta tilted her head, as if not sure what she was talking about.
“This is a place of great significance to me. There were many times when I was sick, and there were many times when I felt uncomfortable just walking around this world… … .”
yes this is my world
No, to be precise, the original of the virtual world I lived in.
Even if it’s memories made, common sense engraved into it, even if it’s inputted information.
“Because this is my favorite place.”
It’s not a reason why I don’t feel longing.
I am an alter ego from Oz. After all, I am Oz.
So, to love the world my mother used to live in.
“So I want to present good memories to Arietta.”
No wonder.
* * *
The first place I went with Arietta was a nearby cafe.
I must have been praying all the time while I was talking with Ahin, so my throat was burning. So, it is a place to take a break and quench your thirst.
Nothing special.
Basically, there were many similar foods in the other world and this world.
There was also Coke, and most of the drinks, such as cafe mocha, were similar.
I don’t know if that’s a culture that was implicitly being exchanged with the power of the key.
You don’t have to think deeply.
“Arrieta, do you have any drinks you would like to have?”
“I am… … ah! Could there be something like herbal tea?”
As if Arrieta was curious about the unfamiliar environment, she constantly turned her head and answered with a smile.
Even if you can’t see, you can feel the interior design of the cafe, so it must be fresh.
“there is. Arrieta’s favorite apple mint doesn’t seem to be there, but… … There is peppermint tea.”
“Then may I ask for that?”
“I will.”
After guiding Arrieta to a seat in the corner, she goes to order. Arrieta and I are too conspicuous, so we have no choice but to face the corner as much as possible.
Just placing a simple order draws attention to the surroundings.
Being popular is good, but no matter how bad it is.
Clothing seems to be an issue.
I guess I should have gone shopping for clothes first before stopping by the cafe.
“hehehe, it’s delicious.”
“I’m glad you like it.”
Fortunately, Arrieta doesn’t seem to care too much.
Well, he usually walks around accompanied by paladins and priests, but he must have gotten used to this level of gaze.
fairy magic
[Definition unknown]
Still a place to come for a break.
He slightly twists the perception of the people around him and clears his eyes. With this, I was able to relax for a little while.
After stopping by the cafe, I toured several places.
First of all, I went to buy clothes to replace the conspicuous attire of a habit and a robe. It’s me, a simple shirt and pants are enough, but I can’t wear anything to Arrieta.
“Oh, it feels a little awkward because the clothes are thin.”
“It suits you well. Arrieta.”
A pure white dress with no special decorations. However, for Arrieta, that alone creates a bright feeling.
There was no black heart. I just chose clothes that were easy to move in and didn’t expose too much.
That alone is beautiful, but… … . Arrieta must be beautiful no matter what she wears.
And the next destination was the restaurant.
I didn’t choose a place that looked like a high-end restaurant.
A familiar place would be better than a place where you don’t know what it is.
The meal was so simple.
And the long-awaited… … .
“here is… … ?”
“I thought about where Arietta would enjoy the most.”
“… … ?”
Arrieta looks around. A place where many people and layers are tightly packed.
Even so, there is not a lot of fuss, and everyone is keeping quiet.
“Because you seem to have a lot of interest in music.”
“ah!”
The last date course I prepared is classic.
I don’t even know the notes of music, but wouldn’t it be different if it was Arrieta who sings for magic.
Moreover, since she is blind and focused on the sound, I wanted to fill it with that sound.
“I’m glad.”
“Is that so?”
“Yes, I am very happy. Because I can share my favorite first and second.”
“First and second?”
“Yes, spending time with Oz was the first and appreciating beautiful music was the second. But to be able to have them together, I don’t know if this place would be heaven.”
“You make a fuss.”
“Are you okay? Even if it makes a fuss.”
Arrieta holds my hand tightly.
The day was like this. We felt the warmth as we held each other’s hands tightly.
It felt like a warm feeling spread through my hands and through my whole body.
* * *
The rhythm of various instruments filling the huge hall.
Arrieta was smiling lightly as she listened to that familiar yet different sound.
There was so much happiness today. I know how hard Oz worked to spend a day like that.
He overcame the hardships that were harder than any other moment, and even in that state, he moved for her.
How happy would that be?
“thanks.”
“Yeah? Oh, I didn’t sleep. Keuhum, the music is sweet.”
However, Oz, who made such an excuse, began to doze off again.
Arrieta ran her fingers through Oz’s hair.
It just didn’t seem right.
Even though it doesn’t fit, it’s a stage prepared just for you.
At that point, Arrieta felt an indescribable love.
“therefore… … .”
Like a tune speeding up.
And her heart beats faster as if it were resonating.
The pace is fast, but her actions are more leisurely than ever.
“This is a reward.”
headed for Oz.
A kiss that was only for a moment. Arrieta smiled shyly at that momentary bold action, covering her mouth with both hands and laughing.
“Today’s date was fun.”
Oz woke up.
The fatigue I had felt until just now had long since disappeared.
“Kuhm.”
Oz cleared his throat to hide his embarrassment.
Arrieta stares at Oz. No, it would be more accurate to say that he was heading rather than looking.
But what… … . Oz felt as if his eyes, which must have been closed, were looking directly at him.
“You must be tired.”
Arrieta smiled bitterly.
There was no malice, but Oz, who was sleeping, couldn’t help but feel prickly at those words.
“Can I sing a little song for you?”
“Yeah? ah… … Yes.”
Arrieta sang for Oz, as always.
but… … .
“what?”
After singing for a while, Arrieta tilted her head.
The magic did not unfold.
Come to think of it, I didn’t feel the divine power at all after crossing the door.
She didn’t notice because she herself had a huge amount of divine power.
‘This isn’t just a foreign country, it’s not the world I used to live in.’
Arrieta was able to reach the result with just that series of processes.
“sorry. Oz-sama, I can’t use magic.”
“Oh, that’s fine. Arrieta, when you go back later… … .”
God’s gaze left her.
Along with him, I was able to temporarily free myself from duties and responsibilities.
Realizing that fact, Arrieta grabbed Oz’s hem and said.
“So why don’t you go to rest separately now?”
“… … Yeah?”
Probably a rare opportunity. The moment she could only hope for.
“Sue, find a place to stay. Mr. Oz. I’ll rest today, and it won’t be too late to go back tomorrow… … .”
There is someone waiting.
He is clearly aware of that fact.
However, Arrieta ended up telling such a ‘lie’.
* * *
how did this happen
How the hell did this happen?
As if bewitched by Arietta’s unusual appearance, he brought her out.
“… … .”
“… … .”
No words were exchanged between them.
But the distance between them was closer than ever.
Arrieta crossed her arms and heard her heart beat faster than usual.
You could tell what her face was like by the fact that her ears, exposed through her hair, were dyed red.
… … Maybe it’s not my misunderstanding.
Arrieta was different from her usual appearance, but she was able to understand.
She must have noticed that this is a different world than before.
And that it was a place where there was no divine oath that oppressed her.
It’s only natural that the world is different. So you can’t enjoy the rights, so you don’t have to take responsibility.
The girl walking beside me and relying on me now is not a saint, but just a girl.
Moreover, there are recent events.
It’s about the white sheep and Lucia. I stupidly asked Arrieta for permission, calling it counselling.
You would feel left behind.
It is natural for her to feel nervous because she is tied up due to the problem of her status. Maybe she didn’t want to miss this opportunity.
Then you can’t pretend you don’t know.
For her, this moment may be a unique moment.
With a trembling heart, I lead her and move.
“Do you have a room?”
That’s where we headed to the hotel. The money Ain gave me is enough, so there is no problem.
Such a luxury… … .
It’s an amount worth spending even for her memories.
“Which room do you need?”
“… … .”
The employee who was looking at me at the front desk asked insinuatingly while maintaining a hospitality smile.
Fortunately, there were no obstructions. As expected, it seemed that the staff had been trained because it was an employee as much as it was expensive.
“… … I think it will be a double room.”
The moment he said that, he felt Arrieta startled.
But without saying anything, he just burrowed into my arms even more than before.
That’s how we entered a room, as if we were close together.