Notes:
() - Heroine's thoughts, Blue Text - Flashbacks
Saiga - Prince of Irogu - Sun End
Chapter 6 - Moonlit Night
That night when we heard the story from the old woman...
-Flashback-
Saiga: ...The water in the well is increasing because MC and I have gotten too close lately.
-Flashback-
(If what he said is true, then I don't think I should be staying here.)
I went to visit Saiga-san's room to tell him that I'll be leaving the kingdom.
MC: Saiga-san...
Saiga-san was silently looking up at the moon in the castle's corridor.
Saiga: ...What's wrong?
MC: Um...
With the complicated feelings getting stronger, I was unable to bring out the words well. Then, Saiga-san walked towards me and softly placed his hand on my head.
Saiga: Don't make that kind of face. What's happening in this kingdom isn't your fault.
(...So, he knows how I'm feeling.)
Saiga: But... Can I ask you one thing?
MC: What is it?
After a short pause, Saiga-san looked at me.
Saiga; Do you wish for a long life?
MC: Eh...
The nightly breeze blew around us...
Chapter 7 - Decision
-Flashback-
Saiga: Do you wish for a long life?
-Flashback-
The moonlight silently brightened up the night of Irogu.
(What does he mean?)
Concerned about his intentions behind that question, I thought about it quickly in my mind.
MC: I...
The sudden question made me think frantically.
MC: I... Despite my short life, I'm fine with searching for happiness within the time that was given to me... I haven't really thought about it until now and I don't understand it, but... That's what I think.
With all my might, I spoke out my feelings that were in my heart.
Saiga: I see...
When Saiga-san said that, both of his hands reached out and softly held my cheeks.
MC: Saiga-san...?
The warmth from his hands felt nice.
(...It feels like time has stopped.)
We looked at each other for a while, but...
Saiga: Sorry. For asking something so strange.
After saying that, Saiga-san removes his hands from my cheeks.
MC: Um... What's wrong?
Saiga: ...Tomorrow, there's someplace that I want you to go with me.
MC: Eh...
Saiga: To where the ancient fox spirits of Irogu is. Once I offer them a prayer, this incident will come to an end.
MC: That's good...!
I became relieved from Saiga-san's words, but...
Saiga: ...
Saiga-san's smile felt painful for some reason...
MC: Saiga-san...?
Before I knew it, I tightly gripped Saiga-san's clothes.
Saiga: The fox spirits that found Irogu will grant my wish. I've made my decision from looking at you. If the different between our races are going to be a hindrance...
MC: Eh...?
The moonlight showed Saiga-san's shadow. As it looked like his eyes were carrying a strong determination, I was unable to do anything, but just look at his divine form...
Last Chapter - Finding Happiness
The next day...
Saiga: Stay close to me.
MC: O-Okay.
Ignoring the written talismans on the entrance, Saiga-san proceeded towards the heart of the forest.
(Is this okay?)
As I was feeling uneasy while following him from behind, Saiga-san turned towards me and looked as if he knew what I was thinking.
Saiga: There's no need to worry. ...This forest is where the found of Irogu is living in right now.
When Saiga-san said that, his bright jade eyes looked towards the heart of the forest.
(That's...!?)
When I looked over to where his gaze was at, there was a fox that was shining divinely.
Saiga: Looks like you can see him.
(I can't believe it...)
Saiga: ...Fox spirit of Irogu, won't you grant my wish?
Saiga-san slowly approached the fox.
Saiga: If this keeps up, the people will suffer.
When Saiga-san said that to the fox, it slowly nodded a few times for a while.
(I didn't hear anything, but... Are they conversing?)
Saiga: Good. My wish is to not live an eternal life. If I become a human like MC, the effects of the curse will disappear.
(...!)
MC: Saiga-san!
Just as I called out his name, the entire area became engulfed by a strong light at the same time.
(What is this light!? Saiga-san is...?)
Whether or not I wanted to close my eyes, I forced myself to search for Saiga-san somehow.
Saiga: ...
Then, I saw Saiga-san floating in a diving sphere of light at that spot.
(Pretty...)
As I was watching in a daze, the mist gradually cleared away as the light became weaker.
(Is that... Saiga-san?)
Once the light went away at that spot, he looked different from just a while ago... Without ears nor a tail, there was Saiga-san that was human like me.
Saiga: With this, the quantity of the water in the well will return to normal.
MC: ...
Before I knew it, I ran over to where Saiga-san was.
MC: Saiga-san... Are you human...?
Saiga: Yeah. Now, I don't need to waste thousands of years living.
MC: It's my fault...
I felt a tear about to fall, but Saiga-san's finger wiped away the drop of water near my eye.
Saiga: I've told you many times to not make that kind of face. MC... Right now, I want to embrace you.
The long slits of his eyes slightly looked down as he smiled.
MC: Okay.
With that response, Saiga-san happily smiled and hugged me tightly.
Saiga: You're so warm...
MC: Saiga-san, I'm sorry.
Saiga: What are you saying? This is the first time I've felt refreshed like this.
When Saiga-san said that, he placed his lips near my ear.
Saiga: Your body fits nicely. It's like it was made for me.
(S-Saying something like that... is embarrassing.)
Saiga: Hm? What's wrong?
MC: N-Nothing.
Saiga: ...MC.
MC: ...What?
Saiga: Last night, you said that you were searching for happiness within the time that was given to you.
MC: Yes, I did say that.
Saiga: ...I already found it.
MC: Eh?
Saiga-san slowly loosens his grip in his arms and lets go of my body.
(Saiga-san's eyes are looking more gentler than before.)
Saiga: MC, living with you is my happiness.
MC: Saiga-san... Won't you let me stay by your side forever?
Saiga: If that's what you wish, then I'll be glad to.
When Saiga-san smiled softly, he hugged me again. As his hands stroked my back, his body heat was like a human's and was warming up the inside of my heart.
Saiga: You really are warm.
MC: You too, Saiga-san... You're really warm.
Saiga: I see, so I'm warm.
After saying that, Saiga-san's fingertips stroked the back of my neck.
MC: W-What?
Saiga: What's wrong? I just want to touch you.
MC: Mm... Please touch me normally.
Saiga: Normally... That's difficult to do.
When Saiga-san said that, he reached for my collarbone.
MC: T-That tickles.
Saiga: I see, so this spot is ticklish.
MC: ...
When I looked up at Saiga-san as he had a happy look on his face, I buried my face into his chest again.
(I want to stay like this for a little while longer.)
As I felt the sensation of Saiga-san's hand tracing my body as if he was confirming my existence, I entrusted my heart and body into his chest...
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