I Reincarnated as The NTR Villain in a Gal Game After His Evil Deeds Were Exposed, But For Some Reason, The Heroines Keep Approaching Me~ - Chapter 60 - Ryuoin Family 2

Chapter 60 – Ryuoin Family 2

Maybe I was nervous about meeting my parents. But waking up was not that bad.

I washed my face and changed into formal attire.

Today we’re going to visit Yukine’s parents’ resting place, so I’m just dressing up properly.

After putting on a tie, I took a deep breath, took a sip of tea, when…

“Taketo-sama.”

“Nazuna, what’s wrong?”

“I was wondering how Taketo-sama was doing.”

“Hmm?”

“Since returning to the mansion, has Taketo-sama realized that he has been behaving in the same way as when he entered the academy?”

After Nazuna pointed it out to me, I started thinking about my actions.

“I’m sorry. I didn’t realize it.”

“That’s right, Taketo-sama. I’ve been thinking about something for a long time.”

“Oh?”

“I sometimes think that Taketo-sama may be a different person now than he was in the past.”

“What?”

“This is just my own speculation. I thought this because I’ve been watching Taketo-sama since I was a child.”

“…Which do you think is better, the old me or the current me?”

This is also a scary question for me.

If she thinks the old me is better, I might consider playing the role of my old self.

“Please don’t get angry and listen to me.”

“Yeah, of course.”

“I love both Taketo-sama.”

“Huh?”

Somewhere deep in my heart, I had a slight feeling that the current me might be better.

However, Nazuna’s answer was both.

“The old Taketo-sama was indeed selfish and didn’t consider others much in his speech. However, he was diligent and uncompromising, and I wanted to follow someone like that. It’s unfortunate that during middle school, you clashed with people who couldn’t see it while I wasn’t around.”

Nazuna was probably Taketo’s only ally in the past.

That’s why she understands. She is the first person to notice the existence of “me.”

“Is that so?”

“But the current Taketo-sama, I believe, has become an adult. Shedding the selfish and arrogant childhood, he has become someone who can be kind and considerate, adept at maintaining a good distance with people. I think that’s why Taketo-sama became such a wonderful person.”

I didn’t expect to be praised like that.

How much have I really observed Nazuna? She has been watching me all this time.

“So, I love the Taketo-sama from childhood because he was cute and lovable. And I also love the current Taketo-sama as a wonderful adult man. That’s why I love both versions of Taketo-sama.”

I understand that the love she conveys to me is not the kind of love that can be said between lovers, but rather the kind of love that can be said because she is an intimate childhood friend.

“Thank you. I care about Nazuna too.”

“Fufufu, thank you. You’re going to meet your parents today, right?”

“Yeah, at the grave where Yukine’s parents are buried.”

“…Taketo-sama, what will you do if I have to leave your side again?”

“Huh?”

I had never thought about that. No, I had thought about it. Someday, Nazuna would graduate from high school and leave my side.

But somewhere along the line, I thought that just like a dog wagging its tail and never leaving its owner’s side, Nazuna would never leave me either.

Suddenly, I felt a prickling pain in my chest.

I didn’t know what it was, but I realized I have to be prepared when that time comes.

“…If that really makes Nazuna happy, then I’ll be happy to see her off. But…”

“But?”

“If that’s not how Nazuna feels and she’s not happy, then I’ll help her be happy, even if it means forcing her to be happy.”

“Fufufu, what’s that? I don’t understand.”

I know that Nazuna is being considerate towards me.

At some point, I may have to give some kind of answer to those feelings.

“Young Master, the car is ready.”

“Okay. Nazuna, let’s go.”

“No, I won’t be accompanying Taketo-sama.”

“Huh?”

“Please go with your family only. It would be out of place for me to go.”

“…Is that so?”

“Yes!”

While I understood Nazuna’s words and agreed, I had also expected her to stay with me until we met my parents.

“Nazuna, since enrolling at Tojo Academy, your presence by my side has been reassuring. I appreciate it.”

“Oh, no! I’m the one who’s happy to be by Taketo-sama’s side! Thank you!”

Nazuna saw me off and I left the mansion.

The Old man then drove us to the cemetery where Yukine’s parents were buried.

“Hey, Taketo. It’s been a while.”

“Taketo. Welcome back.”

I felt strange when my parents greeted me in the same way they always do.

No, in Taketo’s memory, my parents were always like this.

My parents were more kind than strict, but they didn’t show any interest in Taketo.

Precisely because of that, Taketo struggled to be recognized.

“It’s been a while. Father, Mother.”

“It’s been a long time, Father and Mother.”

“Yeah. It’s been a while since I saw Yukine too.”

“Yukine-san. It’s been a while.”

We greeted the priest and had prayers in front of Yukine’s parents’ grave. Others also joined in prayer in front of the largest grave in the crowded cemetery during Obon.

“Well, we don’t have much time. How about having lunch together?”

“Yes, Father.”

“Fufufu, it’s been about a year since the four of us ate together, right?”

During New Year’s, it was more common for Yukine and me to go abroad for greetings.

That’s why my parents only come home like this during Obon.

We headed straight for lunch and were led to a private room where four people could eat together.

“Now then, Taketo. You look like you have something to ask.”

My parents understood that I came seeking answers.

That’s why I was able to ask the question straight.

“Why was I kicked out of the family?”

My father’s demeanor immediately changed, his face became serious, and he glared at me.