The Youngest Hides a Lot - Chapter 329

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Special Side Story, Chapter 13
Epilogue
Some time had passed since then.
Kalid lowered his head with a swift motion.
“….”
I could see a small round shape clutching at his pant leg.
Ah. Not a round shape—a hand.
“….”
“Aw?”
“Oo?”
Our eyes met.
Kalid’s long fingers twitched slightly.
This was a moment that required… courage.
He lifted the baby with an awkward, unfamiliar motion.
At first, he’d picked them up by their clothing, but remembering how Rubian did it, he adjusted his hold.
Even cradling both twins simultaneously, they felt light as feathers.
“Kyau!”
“…If you have something to say, express it clearly. Don’t mumble.”
“Ububu?”
“Ha….”
Communication wasn’t working.
‘Ah, of course it wouldn’t.’
He seemed a bit flustered.
“Buu!”
Just then, the little ones who had been smiling moments before began to whimper in discontent.
The warm bundles in his arms threatened to slip away like liquid.
When he tightened his grip again, the twins’ lips pouted out in protest at their failed escape.
“Puu!”
“What am I supposed to do?”
Their sullen expressions were honestly….
Rather endearing, it seemed.
‘Puckering their lips like that… they’ve already picked up Rubian’s habit?’
That made them seem even cuter.
Well, it made sense they’d learn Rubian’s mannerisms.
‘Every time I come to the castle, she monopolizes them like that.’
Suddenly, emotion welled up inside me.
“Four hours and twenty-three minutes.”
“Ua?”
“Don’t play dumb. That’s how much time Rubian spent with you two today.”
“…Oo?”
“In that time, I could have had meals with you, drunk tea, and taken two more walks together… sigh.”
Kalid suddenly felt a wave of self-reproach and hung his head low.
“What am I doing?”
Being jealous of babies.
“Once your fears and burdens fade a bit! Then you can think about it again, right!”
I’m sorry, Rubian….
‘No, of course what you said makes sense too.’
Honestly, what I felt watching the baby filling your arms so completely was.
An unavoidable sense of envy….
But I couldn’t bring myself to say it.
If I admitted to being jealous even of the babies, that would seem like I’m really… a troubled person. This time, I might actually get so scared I’d run away….
“Still, well.”
He suddenly let out a soft laugh. As he gently pressed his soft nose, the babies squirmed, trying to grasp his finger.
“Since I made Rubian laugh, I’ll forgive them.”
The babies giggled.
In that laughter, Kalid felt a strange sense of peace.
Rubian seemed to worry that even after Kalid recovered his memories, the childhood wounds might still linger within him.
But those memories now could no longer leave any scars on his life.
‘Well, maybe this isn’t so bad after all.’
The comfort and warmth given by harmless beings. Sensations unfamiliar yet not unpleasant.
“Still, stop eating Rubian’s hair.”
“Uu!”
“Are you talking back right now?”
In that moment, Kalid felt something like a strange sense of déjà vu.
It wasn’t as though he’d used a time-warp device, but somehow….
It felt like he’d glimpsed a scene from the future.
Epilogue 2
Ding!
Void
Check shoe and suit color, half-length hairstyle
Void
Or is it full-length?
Void
2 handkerchiefs, ah, first thing in the morning drop off Liam at the wedding venue…
Void
Ceremonial sword, congratulatory speech notes, a slightly sad heart, a wistful heart, ugh should I just lock Kalid in his room?
Mother❤️
Void, I told you not to use the message box as a notepad
Void
Mother… my heart feels so empty
Void
Our youngest is getting married
Mom❤️
I know, Mom’s heart is all fluttery too~
Liam
Mother
Mom❤️
Hm?
Liam
Make a decision for us, and I’ll follow whatever you say
Mom❤️
Hmm, you’d do that?
Father
Please. Stop this suspicious scheming.
Grandfather
Son, your messages are so neat now ^^ Our little rascal must have adjusted the size for you ^^
Father
Yes, she’s quite capable—wonder whose daughter she is.
Mom❤️
Wait? But why do your personal messages to me still have typos?
Father
Actually I’m currently typ
Liam
Everyone, I’m tomorrow
Father
No carriages allowed in the venue, Liam
Liam
Then how am I supposed to set off the bomb?
Liam
Fireworks
Void
Brother… changing your words now won’t erase the record….
Father
Carriages and bombs both forbidden.
Liam
Tch. At this crucial moment when Kalid is whisking away our youngest fairy… you’re being weak, Father.
Grandfather
^^ Well done, eldest rascal ^^
Father
That’s enough. Everyone get some sleep now. I’m going to bed.
Mother❤️
What? You’ve set out all those drinks and now you’re saying this?
Mother❤️
Well, there’s no way this is fine.
Mother❤️
I’ll take care of you~ Your eyes are already getting teary~
Father
I wasn’t crying.
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On a clear and brilliant autumn day.
A wedding of the century—one that would be etched into the annals of imperial history—took place.
It was a union of a handsome man and a beautiful woman, as if painted by an artist’s brush.
The entire Continent stirred at the joining of two people who had been together since childhood. Everyone agreed that even fate itself couldn’t have written a more perfect match.
Of course….
‘What do I do? I’m so nervous…. What if I trip? Should I just teleport in?’
‘I just want to go on the honeymoon already.’
Though their private thoughts about the wedding differed somewhat.
There were several points of interest for the wedding guests to observe.
The bride and groom’s magnificent, beautiful, adorable, and dignified appearances were naturally expected, so I won’t bother mentioning such things.
“My, is the Duke Zebert looking up at the sky again? He’s not crying, is he?”
“No, surely not. The hero of the Human-Beast War?”
“Ah, the Duchess has stepped in.”
The Northern Duke’s expression, shifting by the moment, was quite a sight to behold. The tender way the Duchess comforted him was also lovely to watch.
Of course, there was also someone crying openly.
Ballock Zebert had been soaking through handkerchiefs—about fifteen of them—for quite some time.
“Sniff sniff snuffle. Waaah.”
Void, standing beside him, laughed gracefully.
“Grandfather said, ‘Marquis Evrich, it’s been so long. It’s good to see you.'”
“Ah, Ballock… You’ve lost the ability to speak….”
“Sniff snuffle waaah….”
“‘That little thing clinging to my waist all this time—it seems the moment has finally come to truly peel it away… and I’m so… sad….'”
“Young Master?”
“…Waaah. Grandfather, this is too sad…!”
Void embraced Ballock and wept bitterly.
“Well, as expected, things are always lively around the Princess.”
“Y-Your Majesty the Emperor!”
“It’s a refreshing stimulus that banishes all boredom.”
With the Emperor and Crown Prince now present, the wedding became even more vibrant.
“But… I’m somewhat disappointed that the Princess’s marriage might reduce the entertaining content by half.”
Licht, impeccably dressed, let out a soft chuckle beside him.
“That couldn’t possibly be the case, Father Emperor. Those two always seem to find themselves in the midst of trouble.”
“Is that so? I suppose you’re right. They haven’t even gone on their honeymoon yet, have they?”
The Emperor, who had been smiling contentedly at the approaching rush of dopamine, suddenly turned his gaze toward his son.
“By the way, Licht.”
“Yes.”
“Did you use the Flame Flower well? Back then… you rode the Gate Portal and came rushing to the Imperial Palace in such haste. Fortunately, there was something we kept specially stored in the Imperial Palace, otherwise…”
“Ah…”
Licht smiled gently.
“Yes, well.”
In truth, I hadn’t been able to give it to the person I truly wanted to give it to. And now, perhaps I never would.
“I used it well, Father Emperor.”
Based on that, Prince Liam and the pharmaceutical professors were researching new medicines, so I decided to count it as a meaningful use.
So even if something like what happened at the Ice Lake were to occur again, it would be fine now.
‘So enjoy yourself wherever you wish, Rubian.’
The wedding hall continued to bustle with activity.
Along with Academy professors, mages from Arcadia and royalty from Casalia made their appearances.
They were all people with deep connections to Rubian.
Licht marveled anew.
“Truly… I doubt even the Round Table could gather this many people. You’re truly remarkable, Rubian.”
Just then, someone wearing glasses approached.
“Why do you look so wistful? Here, let me give you another chance. I have the bomb you ordered here…”
“…No bombs, Prince Liam. I didn’t order anything like that.”
“Tch.”
“Besides, when are you going to submit the report on the new Demon Beast trap? And the health beverage manufacturing project using Demon Beast byproducts…”
Liam brightened and grabbed Licht’s hand.
“Did I mention? I like it.”
“…?”
“Talking about Demon Beasts.”
“Ha ha. Could you let go a bit? People will get the wrong idea…”
Boom, boom!
Fireworks burst forth and beautiful music flowed through the air.
The wedding ceremony had truly begun!
Rubian gazed up at the blue sky with a newfound sense of wonder.
The nervousness from before seemed to fade away, replaced by an oddly refreshing feeling. The flutter of anticipation before a new beginning thrummed through my entire body.
“Miss, you need to prepare now!”
Rubian was led by the Maid and Maidservants to stand before the wedding aisle.
A path stretched before her—long if you considered it long, short if you considered it short.
She grasped the hand of Kalid standing beside her tightly.
“Kalid, something feels strange about this. Don’t you think?”
“A little.”
“This is another beginning for us!”
He tightened his grip on her hand, and Rubian winked at him.
“Just trust me and follow. Understand?”
“…Together.”
“…”
“Let’s go, relying on each other together.”
“My goodness.”
Now he’s talking about relying on someone?
Rubian covered her mouth and giggled softly.
She turned her gaze forward again. Her sapphire eyes, gleaming brilliantly, gazed contentedly upon the path unfolding before her.
What awaited them on this new journey?
What kind of people would they become by the end of this road?
“So Rubian, are you ready?”
Kalid, dressed more splendidly than anyone in the world, looked down at Rubian with tenderness. As she beamed, his tear mole curved upward with joy.
“Yes!”
Brilliant fireworks and music, cheers erupting from all directions!
The beloved faces lining both sides of the path the two would walk. Their support and encouragement gently propelled them forward.
A new chapter of life had begun!
【The youngest one is hiding quite a lot】
Special Side Story – Complete

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