The Youngest Hides a Lot - Chapter 328

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Special Side Story, Chapter 12
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“Your memories have returned?”
My family was utterly bewildered.
Kalid’s memories, which seemed like they would never return, had suddenly come back.
“How on earth did that happen?”
“Well… it just…”
I rolled my eyes away, dodging the question.
How could I possibly explain that his memories returned while we were enthusiastically kissing?
“Just like that?”
“I visited various places filled with memories, and they came back,”
“…”
“They came back, it seems…?”
Father and Mother exchanged knowing looks.
“That is what occurred.”
Kalid spoke.
The unstable demeanor of the young boy had vanished, and he had returned to his usual composed expression.
“I apologize for causing you so much concern. And…”
Kalid rubbed the back of his neck awkwardly.
“…thank you for taking care of me all this time. Not just now, but… ever since I was young. Always.”
A shocking turn of events.
Kalid actually existed—bashfully expressing gratitude.
“Is he really saying such embarrassing things without hesitation?”
“Maybe his memories haven’t fully returned? We should probably try shock therapy again!”
“Father, you can’t bully Kalid under that excuse!”
“Hmph.”
At that moment, the door burst open.
“His memories have returned…? And he didn’t even drink my neutralizing agent?”
It was Liam, his glasses slightly askew.
“…My four days of research…”
He staggered forward unsteadily. I felt somewhat guilty, knowing he had been absorbed in his research without sleep.
“Brother Liam, you’ve worked so hard. Still…”
“My test subject…! This was such a good opportunity to understand the mechanism of action and reaction speed of my neutralizing agent, future research directions, and so much more!”
“Ah, so that’s what you regret?”
He was truly a researcher who sacrificed everything for his work.
I stretched with a groan.
Kalid, as if anticipating my next move, turned and made various requests to the Maid.
I watched him with satisfaction.
‘Well… the innocent Kalid was cute too.’
But this Kalid, who had experienced everything alongside me…
Twenty-three years old (marriage-eligible) Kalid is the best!
“I’m starving! Let’s all go eat together!”
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After finishing our meal, Kalid and I sat side by side in the Garden.
Sitting in the cool shade and sipping a refreshing drink through a straw—there was no heaven quite like this.
“Rubian.”
“Hmm?”
Before I could even turn my head, a large hand pressed against my forehead.
After confirming my temperature was normal, he gently stroked my cheek once more before withdrawing.
“Don’t get sick.”
“….”
“If you get sick, I really won’t know what to do with myself.”
“Ah, y-yes….”
I’ll refrain from drinking going forward….
I made the vow once more.
Then I suddenly glared at him.
I’d just remembered how he’d overexerted himself because of my cold!
“And you! Don’t do anything reckless.”
“It’s not reckless.”
“Excuse me!”
Kalid turned his head away sharply.
“Aren’t you going to answer?!”
“No.”
…This is the moment I start missing my older sister a bit.
As I stared at him intently, Kalid glanced at my expression.
“…Fine. I’ll try not to carry around Liam’s Demon Beast trap going forward.”
He still won’t promise to stop doing reckless things altogether.
It seems the shortest path to ensuring Kalid’s safety is simply for me to take good care of myself.
“Ugh, fine. That’s enough!”
I leaned my head against his shoulder while sipping soda with floating lemon slices.
“So how are things with the territory?”
“It’s going well. I’ll still need to make a few more trips, though.”
“Mmm.”
As I whined, he chuckled and kissed the top of my head.
“Don’t worry. I’ll have it all finished before autumn arrives.”
He was determined to complete everything before the wedding.
Kalid had become a Marquis and taken ownership of the Edensdorf Territory, which had previously been under direct Imperial control. It was near the Northern Region, and it would soon become my new home as well.
It was fertile and good land, but no one had easily coveted it because of an old Monster Habitat within it.
‘In any case, the Emperor is quite cunning, isn’t he.’
If you’re going to give it, why not give pristine, glittering land instead?
‘I feel like I’ve been saddled with quite the troublesome burden…?’
Of course, there are rumors that the land is a goldmine brimming with all manner of minerals and gems.
And it’s true that for a young lord like Kalid to establish his foundation, there’s nothing quite like subjugating Demon Beasts!
“Siiiiigh.”
Still, watching my fiancé struggle like this leaves my heart unsettled….
“Why are you sighing like Ballock would?”
I glanced at Kalid and asked.
“Kalid, do you regret becoming a Marquis? You’ve never liked being bound by anything anyway.”
“Yes.”
“Wow… immediate answer.”
Kalid chuckled softly while toying with my fingers. Ever since we exchanged rings, he had made a habit of checking my hand.
“But… no.”
“This guy keeps flip-flopping.”
“The reason I wanted to become a nobleman was to become someone you wouldn’t be ashamed to call your husband.”
“….”
“It’s good that things worked out as I wanted. I’m just frustrated that I can’t be by your side because of it.”
My cheeks flushed red.
“I would have been fine with you as a commoner….”
What did social status matter between us?
But Kalid didn’t seem to think that way.
“That won’t do. You should only have the best things in the world.”
It sounded as though he was saying he was doing his utmost to belong among those ‘best things’ himself.
“…Of course. I know you love me as I am. But still… the best is the best, isn’t it?”
Kalid added hesitantly. He clearly remembered well the passionate speech I’d given on Proposal Hill.
I couldn’t help but laugh softly.
A pleasant breeze swept through.
Kalid glanced at me, then suddenly changed the subject as if remembering something.
“…And that, Rubian.”
“Hmm?”
“That story about the child you mentioned back then.”
It seemed he was recalling something he’d said when his memory was lost.
“People naturally end up doing what they’ve received. I wouldn’t be able to.”
“….”
“All I know is how to hit and coerce. What if such actions come out unconsciously?”
Kalid seemed better now.
But wounds of the heart—hoping they’d heal completely all at once would be asking for too much.
“Well, there’s no need to rush, is there?”
I spoke casually.
“Hmm?”
“When you think about it, we haven’t even really gotten married yet… and we should enjoy our honeymoon. It’s something you can think through slowly!”
“….”
“Once your fears and anxieties about becoming a parent fade a bit, we can revisit the conversation then. There’s no rush!”
“…No, I’m saying it wasn’t solely because of that….”
He muttered something under his breath before falling silent.
“Yes. Let’s do that.”
I smiled warmly, mirroring his acceptance.
‘That’s right. There’s no need to rush this decision.’
Remarkably, the human heart was ever-changing.
What terrified you yesterday might be conquered today, and what felt manageable now could feel overwhelming tomorrow.
“What truly matters is that you and I are together, doesn’t it?”
“….”
“As long as we’re together, we can crush through any difficulty! If you’re struggling, I’ll handle everything for you!”
“You….”
Unable to restrain himself any longer, he pulled me into his embrace.
“You always make me fall for you.”
“Hehe. You’re truly hopeless.”
Such infatuation it was. Some might find such words cloying and distasteful.
This hopelessly smitten man whispered tenderly against my ear.
“I love you, Rubian. You are the most precious person to me. Even if we were to….”
“….”
“…gain a new family member. I’m sorry to say, but that will never change.”
“Well, actually, I feel the same!”
I nestled deeper into his strong embrace.
“Honestly, you’re my favorite person in the entire world!”
It was a peaceful moment.

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