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 33
Translated by: ShinigamiTori
Chapter 33 ? Although They Say That Understanding Comes Through Conversation 2
Even though I was taken aback by the unbelievably unexpected question, this was the first thing he asked. Deep down, I felt relieved, thinking that the prince might not be angry after all.
“…..”
“…..”
Then, there was silence again.
The conversation ended with just the origin of Yoshida’s nickname. Was he really that curious? Anyway, I was deeply thankful to Yoshida for being the catalyst for our first conversation. I love him.
After that, I spent some more time staring at the prince again in silence, and I began to feel guilty.
The prince is so kind; he saved me twice. And yet, I’m nothing but a nuisance, greeting him for my own sake and getting him involved in such accidents.
After a while, I eventually spoke up, “Um…”
“I’m sorry. Initially, I had impure motives when greeting Theodore-sama.”
“…..”
“But I don’t have such intentions anymore. Of course, if it bothers you, I won’t speak to you again. I’m truly sorry.”
“…..”
Even this apology ultimately boils down to self-satisfaction. Still, I want to be as sincere as possible to him.
More importantly, right now, I’m wishing we could just be ordinary friends, not for the sake of my magic power. I know it’s a rather audacious wish, so I never say it out loud.
A moment of silence followed, and eventually, the prince opened his mouth.
“… I don’t go around helping just anyone.”
“Eh?”
“I can at least see that you’re not a bad person. Besides, Maximilian also praised you.”
“Y-Yoshida praised me…!?”
Even in his absence, Yoshida’s assistance is remarkably effective.
“It doesn’t bother me to be greeted or talked to.”
“R-Really? Thank you very much…!”
I felt a bit happier, and when I thanked him with a smile, I thought I saw the corners of his mouth lift ever so slightly.
Shortly after that, a teacher came to our rescue. After safely returning to the school and having been examined by the school nurse, I sat in a chair with my chaperone, Yoshida. It appears that the prince is being thoroughly examined by a doctor in a separate room.
Everything seemed to have been completely healed by the prince, and I was without a scratch. He explained that it was just an accident, so I faced no consequences. I was deeply thankful for the prince’s kindness. I really can’t express thank him enough.
I’ll have to get Yoshida’s advice next time and thank him in some way.
“Theodore-sama is a very kind person.”
“Yeah. What’s more, he’s quite clever.”
“Speaking of which, we were able to talk for the first time, though it was about Yoshida.”
When I told him how happy I was, Yoshida let out a deep sigh and said, “You’re so careless.”
“I seriously thought my life expectancy was going to be shortened during that time.”
“Sorry about that. If a friend, especially a prince, fell off a cliff like that right in front of me, it’s natural to worry. I’m really sorry.”
I apologized for my actions, but Yoshida furrowed his brows. For some reason, he looked a little sad.
“… It was like that last time we were locked up, but why don’t you consider that I might be worried about you too?”
“Eh?”
In response to the sudden question, I couldn’t help but express my confusion. I hadn’t even thought that I could be a source of concern.
And then, it hits me. It’s not only because of my current family that I lack that kind of thinking. It’s a habit from my past life. I haven’t had someone who genuinely worries about me for a long time.
I was at a loss for words, not knowing how to respond, and Yoshida muttered, “You’re an idiot.”
“Of course, I was worried about you too.”
“…..”
“It’s not just me, your friends and your brother feel the same way.”
Apparently, Therese and Julius were also worried after receiving the news of my disappearance. Despite not feeling sad, I find myself wanting to cry, and a warm feeling slowly wells up in my chest.
“You should realize that people around you care about you much more than you can imagine. It’s not just for your sake; it’s also a matter of respect for the people around you.”
He’s right. If I were the one worrying, I’d definitely feel lonely and sad.
“… You’re right. Thank you for telling me. I’m really glad I became friends with Yoshida.”
“Hmph, you’re an embarrassment.”
When I said that, Yoshida suddenly turned away. I like his shy side too. Although I’m a bit older in terms of actual age, he usually seems much more composed.
I was very sorry that I had worried everyone. But, at the same time, I was also happy. I want to continue to cherish the people around me.
“I wish you could have seen how panicked your brother was.”
“Huh, that much?”
“I told him I’d go look for you right away, but he wouldn’t listen. We all did try to stop him, though.”
Hearing such a story makes my heart feel warm again. I’ve learned that people feel like crying when they’re incredibly happy.
….. After this, when my affection for Yoshida surged and I was clinging to his arm, Julius came along and things got quite troublesome, but that’s a story for another time.
Incidentally, from the next day onward, whenever I greet the prince, there’s about a 1 in 10 chance that he responds with a “Yes.”
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