Vio - Prince of Recordo - Moon End

Vio - Prince of Recordo - Moon End

Chapter 6 - Postponing the Challenge

Contrary to the lively area, uneasiness was spreading throughout my heart... 

Vio: I-I'm okay, it's no big deal! Don't fuss over it. I can still do the challenge like this... 

(Vio-san...) 

Vio: I'm really fine. 

Even though Vio-san is injured, he isn't shaken up about it, which I'm worried about. Despite that, he stubbornly wants to do the challenge without getting his foot injury treated... 

Trainer: ...Prince Vio, let's postpone the challenge. 

Vio: ...!

The trainer told that to Vio-san with a calm expression. 

Trainer: Something like this happening to a prince... It'll cause more trouble. We can't let you continue like this. 

Vio: No, I can't. I can't just call off the challenge. 

(Vio-san... It's probably because of his promise with that boy.) 

MC: Vio-san, I'll talk to the boy. So, you can challenge the current record next time. 

Vio: I can't. 

MC: ...Please. 

Vio: ...I can't back out of a challenge. 

Vio-san wouldn't easily agree. 

MC: Vio-san. 

Once I was done treating his foot, I held his trembling hand. 

Vio: ...MC?

MC: If you go do the challenge like that, you won't be able to show off your true strength. 

Vio: But... I don't want to postpone the challenge because of my condition. 

I caressed his hand to calm him down. 

MC: You're mostly fixated on being in perfect condition... Why won't you stick with that? In order to show everyone your dream. 

Vio: ... 

Vio-san hung his head down and bit his lip as his pink hair hid his face. As I resisted the urge to touch his hair, I held his hand tightly... 

Chapter 7 - Conveyed Feelings

A few days later since then... Vio-san had a frustrated face for a while, but after he quickly recovered, he was looking forward to the upcoming day. 

Vio: Alright, good weather is a lucky day! Today's the day I'm going to do my best!

Vio-san continued his warmups as he was in perfect condition. Then... 

(Vio-san, do your best...!) 

When the signal to start went off loudly, Vio-san ran like the wind. 

Spectator 1: Prince Vio!

Spectator 2: Your Highness! You can do it!

It became noisier than before as most of the audience around were passionately cheering for Vio-san. 

(Vio-san...!) 

While I was watching, I couldn't blink as he continued running forward. 

MC: Vio-san! You can do it...!

Although, as a result... 

Announcer: Too bad! It's too bad!! Once again, there is no new world record...!

Vio-san's challenge ended when he was just one step away from beating the world record.. 

(Vio-san...!) 

After that, I descended from the audience and ran up to Vio-san. Although, as soon as I got to him, he was biting his lip in frustration and I couldn't find the words to say to him. Then... 

Vio: ...It wasn't possible to run while being injured today. 

Vio-san said that hoarsely. 

Vio: I couldn't keep my promise... Sorry that I couldn't show you something cool. 

My chest tightened from his unusually depressed tone. 

(That's not true...) 

Vio: I'm already...

MC: No! Please don't apologize...!

Before I knew it, I held Vio-san's hand and shouted that. His eyes widened and looked at me as a small teardrop was forming in his eyes. 

MC: I was moved when your words gave everyone dreams. You gave us all courage. So please, don't apologize... You doing that is... 

After saying how I felt, I came down to my senses. 

(I... What am I saying?) 

Vio: ...

Vio-san's eyes widened in surprise as he stared at me. 

(S-So embarrassing...!)

The moment when I was about to hide my heated cheeks with both hands, Vio-san held my wrist tightly. 

Vio: Um!! ...Hey. 

When I looked at him, he had a strong grip in his hand. 

Vio: Just now, what... 

At that moment... 

Spectator 1: Prince Vio, you can do it!

While watching us, the audience got up all at once. 

Spectator 2: Please show us all sorts of challenges!

Spectator 3: Everyone looks forward to your challenges!

The huge stadium became filled with loud cheers. 

Spectator 4: Watching His Highness makes me want to do more!

Vio: Everyone...

(Vio-san's feelings... They were conveyed to them.) 

The scene before us made our eyes teary while I was feeling overwhelmed and at that moment... 

Boy: ...I'm... I'm sorry... 

When we suddenly heard a nearby voice and turned towards it, the boy that Vio-san made a promise with was there with tears in his eyes. 

Boy: I did something sneaky before... I'm the one who put the thumbtacks in your shoes!

MC: ...

(I thought so, but... Still...) 

Vio: ...

Vio-san softly smiled and crouched down in front of the boy as he looked straight at him. 

Vio: ...Yeah, I know. There's no need to worry about that anymore. 

Boy: Eh...!

MC: Vio-san... 

He looked at the boy and gave him a smile. 

Vio: Hey, how was I?

Boy: ...You were cool. 

Vio: I see!! That makes me happy!!

Boy: But... Your clothes are lame. 

Vio: I see, I see!!

He said that out loud as he messily petted the boy's head. 

Boy: ...Um, l-like I said, it's find if you can't keep your promise! All for my sake... 

Vio: I wouldn't say that it was all for your sake. You and everyone else are dear friends of this kingdom. Since we're friends, let's search for dreams together!

As Vio-san was moved to tears, he looked towards the large audience and raised his hand. 

Vio: From here on, I will keep on running to become the best and give everyone dreams! So, let's get this kingdom pumped up together!

After Vio-san said that to the audience, they continued to cheer without stopping. The prince that was like burning flames in the middle of this fired up kingdom... Looking at him was making me feel emotional... 

Last Chapter - Charging Up Energy

The next day... As the sun was shining brightly, the warm sunlight descended upon the kingdom. 

-Flashback-

Vio: From here on, I will keep on running to become the best and give everyone dreams! So, let's get this kingdom pumped up together!

-Flashback-

(Vio-san couldn't become the best, but... His feelings have reached everyone.) 

I remembered what happened yesterday as I went to his room with him. 

Vio: Haa... I was out a lot because of the short-distance run challenge. It's been a while since I've relaxed like this. 

After Vio-san murmured that, he sat down on the sofa. 

MC: It's because you've been doing a lot this whole time... How about you rest for today? 

Vio: Really? My body does feel pretty tired. 

MC: You must really like to move around. 

Vio: Yeah! Every morning when I wake up and before I go to sleep, I never miss to do weight training. Including having my meals... 

While talking, Vio-san slowly stopped. 

MC: Vio-san...? 

Vio: No... Yesterday, I thought I ended up looking uncool to you... 

MC: That's not true... You weren't uncool. 

Vio: Despite that I've made a lot of progress this time. Why am I always one step short... So uncool... 

After I felt a sharp pain in my chest from the disappointed look on his face, there was warmth dwelling within my heart... 

MC: Vio-san, you really weren't uncool. In fact, I was deeply moved. Aside from breaking many records and becoming first place in challenges. You work hard into focusing on your goals seriously and give everyone new strength... That's what I thought as I was watching you. That's the kind of thing that makes you the best to me... 

Vio: ...!? 

Vio-san gave me a surprised look. 

(Ah...) 

The moment I felt embarrassed from saying too much, I couldn't stop myself from talking... 

MC: ...Vio-san, you gave dreams to a lot of people. To me, to the boy and to a lot of people in this kingdom...! Therefore, you're not uncool at all, so please stay the same from here on. I always want to cheer you on when you're like that...!

I told him that with the same feelings that I had yesterday. 

Vio: MC... By always? 

(Ah... Did that seem like a confession just now...!?) 

MC: Um, I... 

Feeling embarrassed, I quickly got up. Although, Vio-san wouldn't let me and grabbed my arm. 

Vio: No. I won't let you go. 

After he pulled me, I turned towards him and his face was... For the first time, he looked different than before. 

(Vio-san...) 

My heart began to race loudly. 

Vio: Since you say so, stay with me now. Just like this, from here on... Forever... 

As Vio-san was acting like that, I sat next to him. Then, he softly placed his head against my shoulder. 

Vio: Your words are so mysterious... They make me feel like some sort of strange power is rising from the bottom of my stomach. 

Vio-san whispered that to me as he was oddly calmer than usual. 

Vio: Also, just like this... I feel at ease. 

While my heart was beating loudly as I was perplexed from our bodies touching, I looked at Vio-san... His usual tense brow was down... As the sunlight was shining in from the window, it shined on the side of his melancholic face. 

Vio: I give everyone energy... But, won't you give me energy? 

MC: Me...? 

Vio: Yeah. 

His hair tickled my cheek when he snuggled up to me. 

(Me too... I want to give Vio-san energy. I want him to smile....) 

Happy that Vio-san shares the same feelings as me, I felt deeply moved. 

MC: Yes, of course. 

When I smiled, Vio-san looked at me happily. 

Vio: Let's stay like this for a bit... I need to charge up. Is that okay? 

After he asked me that sweetly, I gave him a small nod. 

MC: ...Sure. Let's stay like this for a little while longer... 

As I felt Vio-san's warmth... I gently caressed his hair that had the scent of the sun... 

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