I Want to Fall in Love After Getting Reincarnated as the Heroine on the Verge of a Bad Ending, but My OP Older Brother Won’t Leave Me Alone!? - Chapter 113
Translated by: ShinigamiTori
Chapter 113 ? A Tale of Love 2
In my previous life, I was over 20, and now at 15, younger guys are definitely out of the question. Other than that, my ideal partner would be someone who is loyal and kind, and who I can work hard with.
“I want someone older, kind, and who likes me a lot.”
“Mmhm, mmhm.”
“Also, I’d be happy if they are healthy and outlive me.”
“Rene-chan, your tastes are a bit unique.”
It’s rather embarrassing to say it out loud, but Yutte-chan keeps nodding.
“I’m sorry, I’m late.”
“No, it’s okay!”
In the meantime, Therese, who had been summoned by the teacher, seemed to have finished her business and sat down on the chair between us.
“You two seemed like you were having fun, what were you talking about?”
“We were talking about our romantic preferences.”
“I see. I want to hear about Rene’s story too.”
“But, unfortunately, I don’t have any romantic stories to share.”
“It’s surprising, considering that you’re constantly surrounded by so many handsome guys.”
?
Indeed, everyone around me is attractive, but they’re only my precious friends and I’ve never viewed them romantically.
They probably wouldn’t appreciate being seen like that by me either. Someone like Yoshida would likely brush it off with a “Huh? Gross,” or something.
“But Rene-chan, you’ve never been in love, right? Maybe you’re just not aware of it.”
“I suppose I don’t really know what love is like.”
“Oh, right. This may be out of the blue, but if you were to go on a trip alone with someone, who would you choose?”
“A trip? Hmm, in that case, Julius.”
I replied, thinking that he was someone I could rely on and have fun with without having to worry about anything. Yutte-chan then tilted her head and said, “Hmm.”
“It’s a psychological test. Apparently, the person you choose is someone you like.”
“Cough, cough!“
Caught off guard by the unexpected answer, I choked just as I was about to take a sip of tea.
“Rene-chan’s older brother is really cool, so I wouldn’t be surprised if you liked him… Don’t you ever accidentally get flustered?”
“Uhm, that’s…”
Honestly, I’ve been flustered a lot recently. I thought it would settle down over time, but it’s only getting worse.
Since Therese and Yutte-chan are trustworthy friends, I decided to confide in them and seek their advice about the secret I haven’t disclosed to anyone else, not even Yoshida.
“… Actually, Julius and I are not blood-related.”
“Ehh!?”
“Oh, my.”
As I leaned in and spoke quietly, they both looked terribly surprised. Therese covered her mouth with one hand, and Yutte-chan looked like she was about to fall off her chair.
“I’ve always thought that you two didn’t look alike, but… I didn’t expect you weren’t related not only to your sister but to your brother as well.”
“Our family is really odd, huh? It’s kind of scary.”
Next to Therese, who was surprised but remained composed, Yutte-chan took a few deep breaths and exhaled.
“Wait, why am I suddenly feeling nervous? Rene-chan’s older brother knows about this too, right?”
“Yes, I think he knows.”
“Then it’s clear he cherishes you and is very possessive because he has romantic feelings for you!”
Despite Yutte-chan’s claim, I still didn’t think it was the case. Even if Julius did like me, there would be no reason for him to hide it.
There’s no way my perfect, always-composed brother wouldn’t be able to say he likes me.
“But ever since I found out we’re not blood-related, I keep getting nervous, and it’s been bothering me. How can I stay calm? I want to keep being close siblings as before.”
When I asked that, the two of them exchanged glances.
“Isn’t that inevitable? You don’t have your past memories, so he’s just another person of the opposite sex than a brother.”
“Yeah, that’s right! I think anyone would feel the same, and it would be strange not to get flustered around a brother like him!”
Their strong words reassured me. This is indeed beyond my control. It’s not my fault; it’s the fault of Julius Wainwright, someone who could make anyone’s heart flutter.
The chance of not falling for someone so handsome, who is kind only to me, and always there to help when I’m in trouble, seems astronomically small.
“But, Rene-chan, you don’t get flustered around anyone else, right? Even if Yoshida-kun or Willy-kun did the same things as your brother, you wouldn’t feel the same, would you?”
“That’s true. I wonder why.”
Indeed, even if Yoshida or Willy hugged me, I’m sure the only thing I’d think is ‘It’s hot.’
Even when Arnold-san’s personal space issues made my heart race, it wasn’t the same as with Julius. I never felt that tightening in my chest like I do with him.
“That fluttering feeling could be the beginning of romantic feelings, you know?”
Those words made me look up in surprise. I had never considered the possibility of liking Julius.
I had felt my heart pounding many times before, but until recently I had thought he was my brother and that it was because I was not used to being around men.
“Me, liking Julius… Wait, me liking Julius!?”
“Hehe, Rene-chan, you’re really a beginner when it comes to love. You might not understand it yet, but I think it’s okay to just be yourself.”
“Yes. Rene’s feelings are her own. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with falling in love with someone.”
If I did fall for Julius, what would happen to our relationship? If Julius doesn’t feel the same way, he might start avoiding me.
Still, I had just promised her that I would cherish my feelings. Besides, it’s not yet decided that it’s love, and I even feel like I’ve been worrying too much about it.
“And I think your brother already?”
“Ah, Rene. Are you still busy?”
“Waaah!”
Just as Yutte-chan was about to say something, Julius’s voice suddenly cut in, making me let out a loud scream. It looks like he was waiting to walk home together today as well.
“Oh, was I interrupting something?”
“N-N-No!”
“Really?”
I was worried about how much of the conversation he had heard, but I was relieved to see that he hadn’t heard anything.
“We just finished talking, so please go ahead and take Rene-chan home!”
“Eh, Yutte-chan!?”
“Yes, it’s not good to keep your brother waiting.”
They both pushed me towards Julius, waving their hands. I feel like they’re being strangely considerate.
“Is that so? Then, I’ll take your word for it. Let’s go home.”
“Y-Yes…”
He took my hand, making my heart beat faster. Soon, Julius touched my cheek with his other hand.
“What’s wrong? You look a little red.”
“M-Maybe the tea had some alcohol in it.”
“Hahaha, if that’s true, we’re in big trouble.”
Calmly teasing me while I was flustered, Julius laughed, saying, “Rene has been acting strange recently.”
His innocent smile made my heart clench again.
??If this fluttering feeling ever turns into “love,” I wouldn’t know what to do.
Despite that, strangely, I didn’t find it unpleasant. I gently squeezed his warm hand back ever so slightly and started walking.
“… I think those two are already in the beginning stages.”
“What a coincidence. I was thinking the same.”
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