About the Case of Me Being Reincarnated as a Side Character Who Got Kicked Out Immediately Of The Story, but the Heroine, Who’s My Yandere Fiancée, Won't Leave Me Alone - Chapter 4: My heart is that of an ordinary person.

Chapter 4: My heart is that of an ordinary person.

For Arisu, the marriage—a means to strengthen the bond between their families—was something she had no intention of refusing if it benefited the family, but to say she was enthusiastic would be an understatement.

In the end, Arisu had no sense of self.

Spending her days with her fiancé in such a state of mind, it was no wonder she found no joy in it; the days simply passed by in a daze… and so it was on that day, too.

[I hope that this bouquet of flowers will symbolize a fruitful school life for both of us.]

I thought it was a hollow expression.

With their families watching, Akito probably wanted to put on a show, even if it was just for appearances… and the words that followed were nothing but a farce to Arisu.

[If you ever need anything, rely on me—I will be your strength. I will absolutely help you and reach out my hand… I have no intention of letting you have an unpleasant school life.]

I could only think, “What a load of rubbish!”

And so, Akito’s words were betrayed the very next day after the entrance ceremony, but what’s with Akito now?

“I am not the kind of man who can protect Arisu… I don’t believe I can be that strong. Even though I’ve had no memory of anything up until yesterday after the entrance ceremony… if I break the promise I made to protect you with that bouquet, I won’t be able to make Arisu happy.”

Akito spoke with a look of anguish, and Arisu couldn’t take her eyes off him.

▼▽

(….How do you feel about it?)

Arisu’s parents seemed to be deep in thought again at my words.

While my family is quite prominent, Arisu’s family is even larger… the engagement was made because their parents got along well, but it probably didn’t suit Akito’s status.

Perhaps Akito was jealous of Arisu, who had everything in terms of status and honor, and that’s why he was so cold to her… well, I have no intention of defending him.

(But… I knew that Arisu and Minato were good-looking, but of course, Masaki-san and Ichika-san are also extremely handsome and beautiful… I feel like my senses are getting messed up.)

Arisu’s father—Masayoshi-san

Arisu’s mother—Natsuha-san

(Masayoshi-san has a tough, stern look… Natsuha-san looks like an adult version of Arisu… no wonder she gets hit on by men even though she has three children already.)

Just like with Arisu, the impact of seeing them in person is incredible.

But right now, I don’t care about their looks… I just want to escape from this world and live my own life as Akito.

“To be honest… the name of the Izayoi family is too heavy for me. I don’t regret being born into this family, and I am grateful to my parents… but that’s how I feel.”

“That is…”

“…. Akito-kun”

At least, Akito would never say something like that.

Whether Akito was proud of being born into the Izayoi family or not, he had a tendency to show off his promised future.

(I might be a little bit self-destructive, but I don’t have the pride of a noble family! I’d rather live in a small room and read manga or watch anime than live in a large room and drink tea elegantly!)

Of course, I don’t think everything will go smoothly, but I can do it!

I have to believe in myself, who was able to change the atmosphere of that desperate venue… come on, let’s do it!

“I don’t think I’ve ever done anything or said anything that would be praised by others. I was so desperate to be strong and not be looked down on that I might have been putting on a stupid bluff that would make everyone laugh.”

My words continued without stopping.

“It was the same with Arisu… I think I was jealous of her. She had everything—status, honor, and more—and the more I was around her, the more it bothered me.”

Eeeh, of course, that’s just a made-up story.

I’m not Akito, so I don’t know! But if I say that, it will explain my attitude towards Arisu, right? Hehehe, everyone is stunned and listening to my words!

“Even so, as her fiancé, I thought about what I could do… on the day of the entrance ceremony, I made a promise to Arisu… but in the end, it was ridiculous that I became the one who caused Arisu pain.”

“Nii-san… was thinking about that?”

Minato said that, so I nodded casually.

Akito definitely wouldn’t think that, but I’m Akito now… that is, my words are Akito’s words, and Akito’s words are my words.

“Anyone can make a promise, but it’s something more important than words—like a vow. Even if I had a blank period, the fact that I broke that promise and caused Arisu pain doesn’t change.”

I took a breath there, and continued my performance.

“I have no right to be by Arisu’s side when I can’t keep my promises to her. I feel the weight of the name of the family I was born into, and I can’t even bring myself to complain… so there’s nothing I can do for Arisu as her fiancé.”

“… So you think you’re not worthy of being her fiancé?”

“Yes.”

I mean… well, you know?

I definitely don’t hate Arisu, and I think having a girl like her as a fiancée is definitely a win.

But I’m a guy who can see reality, not a dreamer who wishes for the impossible.

“After what happened yesterday, there will probably be people like you who are worried that something has happened, but most people will probably think I’m an idiot. If Arisu is by my side… if I remain her fiancé, it could bring disgrace to the Saijo family.”

Yeah, it definitely will!

People will definitely ask why such a guy was made her fiancé and say that our family is more worthy of marrying Arisu… I really can’t do it as a regular person.

“…. Well, even if there were no problems, I probably wouldn’t have been able to bring anything to Arisu or the Saijo family. If I were to continue as Arisu’s fiancé now, the most I could do would be to fall in love with her as a woman… that’s all.”

Those were the last words I was able to speak this time.

As a reason, I was then overcome by a severe case of dizziness, and was immediately taken back to my room… and then, a car came to pick me up and take me back to my real home.

Then, Minato told our parents everything on my behalf.

I was prepared to be scolded for speaking out on my own, but they seemed to consider my health, and that day passed without incident… and then, later on.

“Good afternoon.”

“…. Y-Yeah?”

“I’m greeting you. What kind of manners is it to just tilt your head like that?”

“G, gomen… good afternoon.”

Arisu, guided by a maid, visited my room while I was waiting for the decision.

There was no scheduled visit, and it was only the day after yesterday… so I had no idea how to receive her.

“I’ll bring you some tea and snacks, so please relax.”

“Yes, thank you.”

The maid left, and only I and Arisu were left.

“Uhm…”

“There’s no need to be surprised. We’re engaged, and it’s not unusual for us to visit each other’s homes.”

“T-That’s true… but we are…”

“You know? It’s not something that can be easily resolved. I understand your opinion, but please understand that it’s not something that can be done immediately.”

“Ah, yes.”

… Well, I guess so.

Arisu came closer to me, sighing invisibly.

“So… let’s talk?”

“Eh?”

“Let’s talk a little more about each other… to get to know each other better.”

“Talk…”

“Yes.”

Uhm… what’s with the flow here?

Confused, I nodded at Arisu’s proposal.