Notes:
() - Heroine's thoughts, Blue Text - Flashbacks
Guido - Prince of Aime - Main Story
Chapter 1 - An Invitation at Midnight
Kingdom of Dance, Aime, February... Lots of stars were sparkling brightly in the night sky.
On the night I woke up Guido-san, I was tired from my journey and stayed at a hotel.
(I wonder if Guido-san has returned to his castle safely...)
As I was awake in bed, I suddenly remembered him.
-Flashback-
Guido: You're a cute kitten. Did you wake me up? It's unfortunate, but I need to go somewhere now. As thanks to Kitten, I'll take you out next time♪ See ya.
-Flashback-
(In the end, we didn't get to talk at all...)
When I closed my eyes, I thought about him.
(He was wearing a mask, but I wonder what his true face looks like...)
While thinking about Guido-san, I looked up at the ceiling in a daze.
(He had such a strange vibe to him... It'd be nice if we could meet again.)
At that moment... Tap, tap, tap...
(Huh...?)
I heard a knock on the veranda window.
(What is it? Despite that this is the second floor...)
When I got up, I nervously looked outside from the curtain, but all there was is the vast sky.
(Could it have been my imagination...)
After I sighed in relief, I went outside to the veranda...
The cold damp air perked my nose. In the town at midnight, there was no one and I couldn't hear a single sound. Although...
MC: ...!
Suddenly, someone pulled me from behind.
Guido: Ciao, Kitten. I came to see you♪
MC: Guido... -san!?
Guido: Now then, let's go catch the stars together♠
MC: Eh...?
Without giving me a moment to respond, Guido-san picked me up. Then...
MC: ...!
The next moment, he jumped towards the night sky...
Chapter 2 - Catching the Starry Sky
As I was being carried in Guido-san's arms, he jumped off towards the night sky from the veranda.
(We're going to fall...!)
Scared of the impact, I closed my eyes tight. Although...
(Huh...?)
Despite that I was clenching my teeth while awaiting the impact, it didn't happen like I thought.
(How...?)
Guido: Open your eyes, Kitten♠
MC: Eh...?
When I nervously opened my eyes...
The bright shining starry sky filled my vision.
MC: We're flying...?
Guido: That's a nice expression.
When we landed on a wall of a building, Guido-san searched for a tree to stop at next and jumped up.
MC: It's like we're flying in the starry sky.
My heartbeat became faster.
Guido: Do you like it?
MC: Yes... It's like I'm in a dream.
Guido: It could be a dream...
MC: Eh...?
When I looked up at Guido-san, he looked at me through his mask.
Guido: The me right now and this view too, it could all be a dream that you're having, Kitten♦
(Since it's this nice... It could be possible...)
......
At an outstandingly tall building that was away from town, Guido-san lightly descended.
Guido: We've arrived.
From the tower, the arranged lights in town that were sparkling and flickering looked like the Milky Way.
Guido: Now that I've captured you, how about we sit over here?
As I held onto Guido-san while standing, I sat down at the edge of the building. He sat down beside me.
MC: How nice...
He looked at the stars softly through his mask.
(I wonder what kind of face he has underneath that mask...)
Guido: I feel like a hole is going to open up from that heated gaze of yours.
MC: I-I'm sorry...!
Guido: Are you that curious? About this mask.
///Choices///
- Yes (☼)
MC: Yes.
Guido: You're so honest, Kitten.
- Look away (☽)
Unable to bear his gaze, I looked away. But...
Guido: Too late now, Kitten♦
///Choices///
Guido: Now then, what should I do? I want to grant your wish, but... I can't right now♠ For some reason, those who see my true face will fall under a ferocious curse!
MC: ...!
I gasped without thinking. Then, his forehead met mine with a bump.
Guido: If you get cursed and end up falling in love with me, then it can't be helped♪
His eyes behind the mask looked at me amusingly.
Guido: Just kidding. I probably got a little intoxicated from the stars.
He returned his gaze towards the starry sky. The stars that he was looking up ahead were shining softly.
......
MC: Mm... mm...
With the birds' chirping making my ears perk, I slowly opened my eyes.
(Huh...?)
From the top of the bed, I saw the morning sun shining in from the veranda.
(Was everything from yesterday a dream...)
When I went out to the veranda, I looked at the noisy town. At that moment, I saw a single yellow flower and an envelope at teh edge of the handrail on the veranda.
MC: This flower is... a mimosa...?
From the envelope, there was a piece of paper in it and I opened it. A time and place were written on it in elegant writing.
MC: Is this... an invitation?
(Did Guido-san leave this here? It wasn't a dream...!)
I happily held the flower and invitation to my chest. The gentle scent of the lovely mimosa was spreading...
Chapter 3 - The Password is in the Language of Flowers
Then, when it became the time that was written in the invitation... I followed the map and arrived at a back alley.
-Flashback-
Guido: Once you knock 3 times, you need to give the password. The hint is what the flower that was sent along means in the language of flowers.
-Flashback-
I did what was written in the letter and nervously knocked 3 times.
MC: Uh, what did the mimosa mean in the language of flowers...
Guido: You're showing the word.
I heard a voice from the closed door.
MC: Me...?
Guido: Noble, graceful... Now, the password.
MC: Uh...
Guido: The answer is "elegant". Tonight, you get a freebie♠
When Guido-san showed a mischievous smile from the door, he invited me in. Over there was...
(Aside from how it looks on the outside... It's like a different world in here... Wow...)
Along with the warm light from the candles, the room had an antique feel to it. I was fascinated by the magical atmosphere.
Guido: Sorry for not responding with my true face to you, who is my benefactor.
Guido-san said that softly. Just as it seemed like he was about to take his mask off, my heart became noisy.
(Guido-san's true face...)
-Flashback-
Guido: Now then, what should I do? I want to grant your wish, but... I can't right now♠ For some reason, those who see my true face will fall under a ferocious curse!
-Flashback-
When I remembered those words, I looked away from him.
Guido: Hmm? Ah, I was joking about the curse, so there's no need to be scared♦
MC: O-Okay.
Guido: You're so honest, Kitten. Sorry for scaring you. I just need to hide my true face for a bit...
As Guido-san removed his hand from his mask, his expression clouded up.
(Hide his true face...?)
///Choices///
- Look at him (☽)
(I wonder if Guido-san is okay...)
Guido: Your eyes are so eloquent, Kitten. You're worried about me is written all over you♥
- Are you okay? (☼)
MC: Are you okay?
Guido: Are you worried about me? Thank you, Kitten♥
///Choices///
Guido-san caressed my cheek with his long fingers.
Guido: I'm okay. I just don't want you to concern yourself with the troubling stuff. By the way, Kitten. Do you remember what was written in the invitation?
MC: Ah... The secret ball...
Guido: That's right. Welcome to our secret ball♦
When he politely bowed, he held out his hand to me.
Guido: Won't you dance with me?
///Choices///
- Of course (☼)
MC: Of course.
Guido: Good answer, Kitten♦
MC: But, I... I can't dance well...
- I can't dance (☽)
MC: I can't dance...
Guido: It's okay, it's my duty to lead you♪
///Choices///
Guido: It's just you and me here. There'll be no one laughing♣
When he placed the needle on the record, he pulled me by the waist. The beautiful sound of a violin was heard in the room.
Guido: Now, let's dance, Mademoiselle.
MC: Okay.
When I held Guido-san's hand that was presented to me, I entrusted myself to him.
(It's like I'm in a dream...)
I felt his warm hand on my back. My heart was slightly noisy as it was pounding.
......
As morning was approaching, Guido-san took me back to the hotel while carrying me. When he softly sets me down on the veranda, his fingers slid against my cheek.
Guido: Goodnight... Sweet dreams, my cute kitten. I'll see you again tomorrow night.
He looked at me softly through his mask.
MC: Okay, Guido-san...
Guido: ...
Just as his face was getting closer to mine...
(Eh...)
As if I was put under a spell, I slowly closed my eyes. Although, his warm breath suddenly became distant.
(Guido-san...?)
When I slowly opened my eyes to see that he was gone, there were only bright stars shining softly up high in the sky...
Chapter 4 - Sudden Visitor
Since then, we've been enjoying the nighttime dance parties quite often.
Then, after I was waiting impatiently for night to come, I ran over to where Guido-san was. I knocked on the door three times.
MC: In the language of flowers, it's... "elegant".
Guido: And also, "an abundant sensitivity". Welcome, Kitten♦
After the door opened, I went inside the warm room.
Guido: Were you cold?
He wrapped a warm blanket around my cold body.
MC: Thank you.
Guido: You're welcome. Come over here♪
When I sat next to the fireplace, Guido-san handed me a warm teacup.
Guido: Here you go. You'll warm up once you drink this♥
When I took a sip of it, there was a slightly sweet scent in the tea.
MC: This is... good...
Guido: I put a little brandy in it. I'm glad that you like it♦
His soft voice warmed up the inside of my heart. At that moment...
Guido: Kitten.
Guido-san held out a single mimosa to me. The next moment, it turned into a garland.
MC: Wow! Amazing...
When Guido-san placed the garland on my head, he made a satisfied smile.
Guido: It suits you, cute kitten.
///Choices///
- Thank you so much (☼)
MC: Thank you so much.
Guido: Your smile really is the best, Kitten♪
- Be embarrassed (☽)
(He called me, cute...)
When my face turned red before I knew it, I hung my head down to hide it.
Guido: Come on, raise your face. Show me your cute face♦
///Choices///
Guido: The mimosa has other meanings in the language of flowers.
MC: What are they?
Guido: Who knows?
MC: Uh... Sincerity?
I made a random guess and said what I just thought of.
Guido: Too bad, that's wrong♣
MC: Something with happiness...
Guido: That's for clover. That's a good word.
MC: What is it...
He happily smiled as he chuckled. Although, his expression instantly turned stern.
Guido: I've been found...
He quickly got up and fixed his mask.
Then, after he extinguished the flames in the fireplace efficiently...
MC: Guido-san?
Guido-san quickly picked me up and hid.
MC: ...Is something happening?
Guido: Shh, quiet.
MC: ...!
Guido-san placed his hand over my mouth and whispered that to me. At that moment, the door was taken down along with the sound of a gunshot.
Guido: Geez, such violent people... Sorry, it's probably going to get a little scary.
After whispering that, Guido-san jumped out from his hiding spot while holding me tightly and broke through a window.
MC: !!
Pursuer: He's getting away! After him!
While holding me, Guido-san ran along the roof. Beneath us, there were many men chasing us and readying their guns.
(Scary...)
When I clung onto his chest, he approached my ear.
Guido: It'll be okay. Try closing your eyes. If you're a good girl, it'll end soon.
MC: Okay...
I closed my eyes and pressed my face against his chest. As I was surprised from how calm his heartbeat sounded, it gave me some reassurance...
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