Kekkon Shoya no Deathloop~Nosuji Reijou wa Nando Shindemo Megemasen~

"Please take me too"

"No."

Cruseldo bounced off his sister's snare, which was rolled out at the top of his head.

"You're tired of just moving a little bit. I can see you can't walk right away."

"Walk, I'll do my best"

"So if it's tomorrow and you have a fever, I'm the one who's gonna be mad at your mother. I'm sorry."

"... your brother's, messing with you!

Serenia stares at Crusade with all her strength as she moisturizes her big eyes. Riselle, who was even adorable like that and was looking behind the interaction between the two, leaked a grin.

Starting this morning, we planned to explore the woods that lie ahead of us through Crusade and the castle grounds.

Even when it comes to the woods, it's a short horse ride from the mansion, and people's hands are in it, not so much. So even 12 or 3 kids alone are allowed to step in.

It's not enough for an adventure, but it's a great place to play around for a day, and the two of them were mostly out in the woods when there was no archery or class.

But yesterday, all of a sudden, Serenia said she wanted to follow her.

I know why. Because Riselle accidentally serenized a story about finding a hibari nest on her way to the woods and the chick there about to nest.

Serenia, who is discernible and good at her age, has never spoken of wanting to mingle with the two before and go exploring, etc. But as for the chicks, the story seems different, and I've been repeating a rather enthusiastic favor since last night.

That's why Crusade got up early in the morning and plotted to sneak out into the woods while his sister was still asleep, but when Crusade and Risel snuck out of the room, Serenia, who had a good sense of self in the hallway, was waiting. —— She seemed to read her brother's thoughts thoroughly.

Sure, Serenia is a child with a fever right away. The respiratory tract doesn't seem to be strong either, sometimes I cough or can't move right after just running a little when I'm not feeling well.

I can't help but reluctantly rely on Crusade to take me.

But leave it like this, because it's a little harsh. Risel is responsible for instigating Serenian curiosity.

"Crusade, I wonder if your wife is awake already"

"Your mother?... Well, I think it's time to wake up..."

"Bye, Serenia. Ask your wife if she can go to the woods with us. If you say your wife would be nice, I'll take you with me."

"Thanks!"

Serenia brightens her face and looks up at Riselle. And he grinned full of angelic looks.

"I'm going to ask your mother. Brother Risel, I love you!

With that said, Serenia rushes to her mother's bedroom. "Hey, don't run," he called out to his little back, then Cruseld glared at Risel.

"Riselle, why are you saying that? If I told you my mother was good, I'd really have to take you."

"That's good. Serenia won't get lost in the woods running around on her own."

"If I'd been traveling with him, I'd have finished my day before I got into that forest"

"You can do it again next time. Anyway, I feel sorry for you for wanting to go so bad."

"... hmm"

Crusseld tied his lips in dissatisfaction and turned to him. He often makes this face when he doesn't like something. I won't tell him in person, but this side looked just like Serenia when she was in a bad mood.

"If you get too cold on Serenia, your Excellency will scold you again"

"A brother is a loser. I wanted a brother or sister upstairs."

"Don't say that. Your sister is so honest and discerning, she's hard to come by. Girls that old are more annoying and busy."

"Then I'll do it to you."

Crusade made the Buddha's top surface even more rugged.

"It's something small and adorable, so we all adore him all the time. So to me, take care of my sister, be conscious as my brother, polish the vessel as a heir... it's too unfair. Even without my brother or sister, it would still have been easier for me to be alone.

Mostly, Father-- "

Hard and everyday discontent pours out of your mouth, young man.

It is true that these days, in all things, I saw Crusade being scolded by his father for standing, classroom attitudes, speaking and eating practices.

On the other hand, the appearance of a weak body and yet cute platter of serenia would be reflected in the sawdust, petty and unfair presence in Crusade's eyes.

But Risel knew Lord Vlage would treat his son harshly only because he had expectations that did not extend to him. Crusade is 12 years old. In a few more years, he will also have a face in public, and will often be required as the next Duke of Vlage.

When that happens, Lord Vlage dares to be strict with his son so that he doesn't struggle at all.

And Lord Vlage also knew that his son would accumulate depression. So he welcomed Risel, an orphan and civilian born, with his master into this castle and allowed him to be on the side of Crusade like a family.

If you have a compassionate friend of your age nearby, it will clear up somewhat of Crusade's feelings. And the occasional dark discontent can also be revealed to a carefree friend.

I mean, it's Risel's role to listen to Crusade's stupidity.

When you finished lining up your grudges all the way, Riselle slapped her friend on the shoulder.

"I'm sorry. It's been a long time since I've had a chance to be free.

But this time it's like I asked Serenia out. And yet if you leave her and make her cry, I'll be squeezed by the teacher. I'll make this up to you next time, so hang out with me today. "

To Riselle's seemingly sorry words, Crusade relieves her stiff expression just a little.

And I snorted.

Young man, you're in a good mood. That never sounded good, but Riselle didn't hate this role.

Crusade admires him as a brother of the same gate, without worrying about Risel's origins. Serenia calls herself "brother" and reminds me of the warmth of a long lost family. And the Dukes spared no effort in offering Riselle an educational place.

Even though it was a miracle that I was picked up by a master who wasn't strange to die of, the environment was now extra fortunate for me.

You can't even be dissatisfied.

"Stay here, Sama. Um..."

To the two who speak, there was a call.

When Riselle and the others looked back, there was Serenia who was supposed to have rushed into her mother's room earlier.

For some reason she turns her face bright blue and flutters and she walks toward them in the footsteps that are about to fall. And I grabbed my brother's sleeve and shook his body.

Cruseld opened his mouth sighing at how his sister was going to cry now.

"After all, they said no. So that's what I said--"

Your mother won't wake up.

Block my brother's words, Serenia says. The air froze cold at the disturbing sound leaking from the young mouth.

"Your father didn't wake up... Neither of us can move on the bed."

"Is...?

Crusseld glanced down at his sister with a frown. But all of a sudden, as I perceived something, I rushed out toward my mother's bedroom.

Riselle follows that back too. I felt Serenia's gaze chasing me, but now I couldn't afford to leave her alone.

Climb the stairs and head to the Lady's bedroom on the top floor of the central building.

When I reached the hallway on the fourth floor, I saw an open door. Normally, Riselle never enters this floor. But when I saw how breathtaking Crusade was, I knew immediately that it was the door to Madame's room.

"Father, Mother!

Screaming, Crusade rushes indoors.

I hesitated for a moment to enter the lady's bedroom, but when I heard a friend resembling a scream from the indoor, Riselle also advanced to the room.

"Please wake up. Father, Mother Up..."

On the sleeping table, Crusade was rocking someone's body.

Turn your gaze toward Krüsseld, who seems to deviate unexpectedly.

There was the figure of the benefactors, motionless with their eyes closed. The expression was calm and seemed to be asleep.

But no matter how much my child rocked me, they never opened their eyes.

The days I was happy changed that day.

Crusade succeeded the housekeeper, and Risel was to leave the castle hall of the Vlage family, accompanied by a teacher who was to serve the royal palace again.

Still, the interaction between Risel and the Vlage family continued. Even after becoming Duke, Crusade treated Risel as a family friend.

But not once after that day did Crusade leak his dissatisfaction to Risel.