Kanoto - Prince of Kuyou - Moon End

Kanoto - Prince of Kuyou - Moon End

Chapter 6 - At the Bottom of a Cliff...

When Kanoto-san suddenly disappeared, I went into the forest to search for him, but I ended up slipping... 

MC: Ow... 

As I rubbed my waist, I looked up to see where I was. 

(Looks like I ended up at the bottom of a cliff...) 

Just as I was trying to look for a way up, I lost my footing and fell again. 

(What do I do...) 

As I was at a loss, I felt sad the next moment.

(I wonder if Kanoto-san is okay...)

-Flashback-

Kanoto: I'm glad that I met you, MC. I'm sure that with you around, I can manage the festival in the upcoming year. 

-Flashback-

(I want to see him... Just seeing his face gives me reassurance.) 

As I was feeling helpless and worried, my heart felt like it was being crushed. And also... 

MC: It's cold... 

The forest became colder at night and was making me feel discouraged more. 

(I'm going to freeze at this rate...) 

The moment when I sat down and held my legs while shivering... 

Kanoto: MC. 

MC: Eh! 

When I looked up, I saw Kanoto-san coming down the cliff. 

MC: Kanoto-san...!

He got down in front of me and when he hugged me soon after, his body warmth instantly got rid of the cold. 

Kanoto: I'm sorry... 

Kanoto-san apologized to me softly, but he seemed angry somehow. 

MC: Kanoto-san...? 

Kanoto: ... 

(Is something wrong...?) 

Even though I was happy to see him, his serious expression was making my heart noisy...

Chapter 7 - In the Forest Together

As it became night, the atmosphere became colder... Kanoto-san found me in the forest while I was unable to move after tripping... 

Kanoto: ...MC. 

But, when Kanoto-san hugged me, he made an angry look. 

(Is Kanoto-san mad...? Why...?) 

I wanted to know the reason, but I couldn't bring it up well. 

(Is it because I got lost...?) 

MC: I'm sorry, I... 

Kanoto-san's hair fluttered as he turned around. His eyes were trembling. 

Kanoto: Don't apologize... You don't need to. You don't need to, but... 

I blinked a few times while Kanoto-san bit his lip as if he was hesitant to speak.

Kanoto: L-Let's get out of here. 

While Kanoto-san's face was stiff, I went up from the bottom of the cliff to free myself once more. Then, when he held his hand out to me from above, he pulled me to the top of the cliff. 

MC: Thank you. 

Kanoto: ... 

When Kanoto-san squeezed my hand tightly and wouldn't let go at the moment, he began to walk. 

(Kanoto-san? He's acting really strange...) 

MC: Um... 

Just as I was hesitating to speak, I became quiet when he suddenly stopped. 

MC: ...? 

Kanoto: Thinking about you being in danger really scared me... 

His shoulders were trembling as he said that. Then, my eyes widened as I gasped. 

(Making such an expression...) 

MC: I'm sorry... 

When Kanoto-san turned towards me, there were tears in his beautiful crystal eyes. 

Kanoto: I was really, really scared. 

MC: ...Thank you for worrying about me. 

Kanoto: ...

Without thinking, I reached out towards Kanoto-san and gently caressed his soft hair. 

(I wonder why Kanoto-san is making my heart throb like this...) 

Kanoto: ...

Kanoto-san's eyes widened in surprise when I petted him. Although, he narrowed his eyes in comfort the next moment... 

(I want to pet him more, but... This isn't the right time.) 

Feeling reluctant, I slowly removed my hand. After Kanoto-san made a pained expression, he began to speak. 

Kanoto: Even though I went to the forest for you, I shouldn't... 

(Eh...? What does he mean?) 

Even though Kanoto-san doesn't seem to be mad, I couldn't understand what he meant by that... The silent darkness in the forest was giving me a disturbing feeling... 

Last Chapter - The Hand That Won't Let Go

As the light blue moonlight was shining in the forest... Kanoto-san was pulling my hand tightly while walking. Then, when he suddenly turned towards me, his slim fingers reached out to me. 

Kanoto: There's a leaf on you. 

When he caressed my hair, a leaf lightly fell. After that, Kanoto-san twirled my hair around his finger and looked at me closely. 

Kanoto: After this, let's go to my room. 

MC: ... 

In the moonlight, Kanoto-san's eyes shined like a gem. As I was strongly captivated by his gaze, I nodded at that moment... 

......

When I entered Kanoto-san's room for the first time, there was the scent of herbs lingering and the lattices by the windows were beautiful.

Kanoto: Over here. 

As he held my hand tightly like he did in the forest, he pulled me in. Before us was... 

(Eh...?) 

On top of the tatami floor was a spread-out futon that had the scent of verdant herbs.

Kanoto: Tonight, let's sleep together. 

MC: ...!? 

When I gave Kanoto-san a surprised look, he sat down without any hesitation...

MC: Eh, um... 

As I was trying to find the words to say, Kanoto-san tilted his head to the side adorably. 

Kanoto: Please... 

After my heart throbbed greatly, it became fast. 

(Is this... what they mean by sweetly pure...?) 

When I thought of that, I took a deep breath to calm myself down. 

Kanoto: ...No? 

As he was looking down cutely, I shook my head by reflex. 

Kanoto: Then, it's okay. 

MC: Ah... 

When my hand was suddenly pulled strongly, I fell on top of the warm futon with Kanoto-san. As he hugged me tightly, my heart became noisy again. 

(Kanoto-san... He's warm...) 

Kanoto: Just like this, my heart has gotten faster. 

Kanoto-san's affectionate voice touched my eardrum. 

MC: Mine too... 

After I said that, I felt a tight feeling in my heart. Kanoto-san's sweet scent was lightly tickling my nose... 

Kanoto: I don't mind having my heart go this fast. 

Kanoto-san softly whispered close to my ear. 

(His face... It's close...) 

When I slowly backed away, Kanoto-san wouldn't let me and put more strength in his arm. Due to his strong hold on me, I couldn't move at all. 

Kanoto: You'll be put in danger if you go outside... 

MC: ...? 

Kanoto: At that time, I thought it would be okay to pick some flowers, but... That's all right. It would be best to have a servant get them... I don't want you to go out alone anymore. If you're home, you won't be in danger. So, won't you stay here forever? 

I looked up at his pleading expression and teary eyes. While feeling my fast heartbeat, I became attracted to his eyes as I was looking at them. 

MC: ...

Before I knew it, I nodded as if a spell has been casted on me. 

(I can't refuse...) 

Kanoto: Good. I won't let you leave my arms anymore. 

MC: By won't leave... 

Kanoto: I won't let you leave... It's scary. The outside world is scary. You'll disappear. 

As I tried to calm down my heart that was throbbing with uneasiness, I looked at Kanoto-san's face. Kanoto-san might've made that choice after experiencing the feeling of losing someone for the first time... 

MC: I won't... disappear... 

Kanoto: Liar... No.

He strongly hugged me. Being in Kanoto-san's arms made me feel like a tiny bird in a cage. Although, it was strangely warm and comforting... 

(Right now... This feels fine...) 

In the beautiful birdcage, there are two people in it. 

As I imagined that scene that was like a painting, I slowly reached out for Kanoto-san's back... 

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