Ilia - Prince of Soltiana - Moon End

Ilia - Prince of Soltiana - Moon End

Chapter 6 - Time Ending

The sun showed it's bright light as it went down towards the other side of the hill. 

Ilia-san strongly gripped the pocket watch in his hand. 

Ilia: My apologies, MC-sama. 

He continued as he looked deeply guilty. 

Ilia: I have to keep my promise with Mother. 

MC: There's no need to apologize. 

Ilia: If we get another chance, can we go to that hill together again? 

As his shoulders dropped, I gave him a smile. 

MC: Yes, of course!

Ilia-san sighed in relief. Then, after looking at the pocket watch, he quietly closes it. 

Ilia: I'm going to be later than the promised time. 

MC: The queen must be waiting... We should hurry. 

After looking up at the hill reluctantly, Ilia-san walked towards the castle. 

(Someday, again...) 

The sun showed our shadows. I could look at them lined up like that forever, but they'll get swallowed up without a sound when night comes... 

Chapter 7 - Cold Gaze

By the time it became completely dark... When we arrived at the castle, we headed to the dining hall, where the queen was waiting for our return. 

Ilia: My apologies, Mother. We're late. 

Queen: Ilia, where were you? 

Ilia: I went town. 

Queen: I see... 

The queen turned towards me. It was only for a moment, but I felt her cold anger. 

Queen: Dinner is getting ready. So, please sit down. 

(...I wonder if she's mad.) 

As I tried concealing my noisy heart, I sat down in a chair. 

Queen: So, what did you do today? 

Ilia: We saw a lot of things as we were walking around town... Especially that gelato, it was surprising. 

Ilia-san smiled at me. I broke into a smile when I remembered that fun feeling from town, but when I felt the queen's cold gaze, that feeling instantly went away. 

Queen: I see... You seemed to have been enjoying yourself. Even so, I don't want you to take Ilia around to that kind of place again. He's the kingdom's most valuable treasure. 

The queen said that to me coldly. 

(We did keep her waiting... Her anger is understandable.)

MC: My apo-

The moment I had my head down, Ilia-san placed his hand on my shoulder. 

Ilia: Mother, why are you saying that to MC-sama? 

Queen: That's... because... 

While the queen was faltering and perplexed, Ilia-san tilted his head to the side. 

Ilia: I'm the one who took her out. If you want to blame someone, then say it to me. 

Queen: ...

Although, when the queen gave me an unhappy look, I sighed as the fork and knife were being placed. Then, the dining hall became silent. 

(...I have to apologize properly.)

MC: My apologies. 

Ilia: MC-sama...!

When I lowered my head, the queen smiled. 

Queen: That's all right. Just be careful from now on. 

Contrary to her words, the queen gave me an icy look... 

......

After eating, Ilia-san escorted me to my room. 

Ilia: MC-sama, thank you very much for today. Also, my deepest apologies. I ended up troubling you. 

Ilia-san's shoulders dropped as he said that. 

MC: I'm sorry. Even though you were looking out for me. 

Ilia: It's all because of my careless actions... 

MC: No! It was really fun. Thank you so much for showing me around. 

When I smiled, Ilia-san smiled softly as well. 

Ilia: I'm not sure if I was really showing you around... But, you saying that is enough to make me happy. I was enjoying myself as well. Being with you is really fun. 

What Ilia-san said made the strain feeling that was in my heart earlier go away. 

Ilia: Tomorrow, let's go to that hill. 

Ilia-san's eyes brightened up like the time when we ran to that beautiful view. 

MC: Okay...!

It felt as if his blue eyes have casted magic to make me smile... 

Last Chapter - I Want You by My Side

The next morning... My heart had been going fast excitedly from the start as I was heading towards the entrance to meet up. 

(I wonder if Ilia-san is already there.) 

When I smiled softly, my heart throbbed loudly. Then, at that moment... 

Ilia: MC-sama. 

I ran in a hurry when he saw me. 

MC: Sorry to make you wait. 

Ilia: It's no problem, shall we go now? 

MC: Sure!

I began to walk alongside Ilia-san. Although, at that moment... 

MC: ...? 

When I suddenly felt like I was being watched, I turned around to see the queen on top of the staircase giving me a cold look. 

Ilia: Is something the matter? 

Without taking a step, I turned towards Ilia-san. 

MC: U-Um... Ilia-san. Are you okay with today's work? 

Ilia: It's okay. I managed to finish it all. 

After he said that, he noticed the queen and lightly bowed to her. 

MC: I... see...

When I nervously bowed as well, I looked at Ilia-san. 

Ilia: Now then, let's go. 

Ilia-san gave me an encouraging smile. 

MC: Okay... 

That day, I spent the time having fun with Ilia-san, but... My uneasiness wouldn't go away as I kept on feeling the queen's gaze that was piercing my back. 

......

The next day, the queen called for me. 

Queen: MC-sama, have you been enjoying yourself? 

The queen made an elegant soft smile. Although, no matter how much I tried to calm down, my body became stiff from looking at her. 

MC: Yes... 

Queen: I see, that's good... You have been getting along with Ilia... Even so, right now, time is really important to Ilia... Going out will be a hindrance to his work, which is troubling. 

The queen looked straight at me. 

(I see... He's so busy, yet I'm being a burden to him. I didn't notice since Ilia-san is so kind. Now that I know, I feel embarrassed.) 

MC: Your Majesty. 

Queen: What is it? 

(I can't be a bother to the kind Ilia-san anymore.) 

When I took a deep breath, I made up my mind and spoke. 

MC: It's about time... for me to leave. 

Queen: Really? What a shame. 

Contrary to her words, the queen made a satisfied smile. 

...

After Ilia was done with work, he went to visit MC's room. He gasped when he saw that her things were gone. 

Queen: If you're wondering about MC-sama, she left. 

Ilia: Eh...? 

Queen: I insisted that she'd stay longer, but it's a shame. Still, now you can finally settle down and... Ilia...!? 

Without letting the queen finish, Ilia ran off. 

(I wonder if it'll be okay to say goodbye.) 

Just as I was about to head towards the front entrance, I looked at the vast hallway. The fun memories and that kind smile will remain together here and there. 

(So long, Ilia-san...) 

It would have been hard to say goodbye, so I packed up my things without telling Ilia-san, but I was overwhelmed with sadness right now. At that moment... 

Ilia: MC-sama!

I stopped when my name was called out. When I turned around, Ilia-san was running towards me as he was out of breath.

MC: Ilia-san...!

When he strongly hugged me, we fell onto the floor. 

MC: ...!

Ilia: U-Um... Sorry!

As my heart was pounding painfully loud, I looked up at Ilia-san's face as he hung over me. 

Ilia: Please don't leave... 

MC: Ilia-san... 

Ilia: These feelings that I've been experiencing for the first time, I don't really know how to describe them... Still! If you have left me... I wouldn't be able to take it. 

MC: ...!

Ilia-san's passionate feelings made my heartbeat loud. 

Ilia: Just a little bit is fine... Even if something's troubling you... Stay here... 

MC: But, if I'm here... I'll be a hindrance to your work...

Ilia: Who told you that? 

MC: That's... 

Ilia: Was it... Mother?

MC: ...

Ilia: I'm sorry... for making you feel that way. Even so, no matter what anyone says, I want you to stay with me. For that reason, I wilo do whatever it takes. 

His serious gaze shot through me. 

MC: Thank you... Um, Ilia-san... 

We were still in a position where Ilia-san was pinning me down. 

Ilia: S-Sorry!

When Ilia-san got up in a panic, his face blushed from embarrassment. 

MC: Um...

My heart was beating noisily, but... 

MC: I'm happy from what you said, Ilia-san. 

I told him how I honest felt as a response towards his serious words. 

Ilia: MC-sama... 

Ilia-san's beautiful eyes trembled in relief. When he extended his arm...

(My heart feels like it's about to explode...) 

Before I knew it, I closed my eyes tightly as he hugged me gently. Behind my eyelids, I could see the two of us looking at all kinds of sights. 

(The sights that we saw together were beautiful. I want to see them some more together...) 

Ilia: I love you... 

HIs voice gently echoed in my ear. 

As I thought about so many things that'll let me stay with him, I softly hugged his back...

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