Reincarnated as the Sidekick in a Harem Game ～Chaos Unfolded When I Helped the Losing Heroines After the Protagonist Found His Happy Ending～ - Chapter 36: Mamako, Finding Happiness

Chapter 36: Mamako, Finding Happiness

★ Mamako’s Perspective

I, Mamako Shibuya, am content. Satisfied with the current situation, with my life as it is now.

“…”

Early morning. I am in the bedroom of the apartment purchased by Aane.

On the large bed, my daughters and several beautiful young girls lay exhausted.

Among them, there is only one man.

Cha-chan. Charao Shibuya. My… beloved.

I used to dislike men. When I was younger, I was forcibly impregnated by a senior from my school.

He was cool, dependable, and I thought… I wouldn’t mind being embraced by him. But it was a mistake.

After he got me pregnant, he said,

“Eh… I didn’t mean for that to happen.”

It was incredibly irresponsible. 

I was abandoned by my classmates.

Rejected by my parents, I couldn’t rely on anyone, and I was anxious.

The next person who approached me was a teacher from my school.

He listened to my troubles and supported me. Shortly after giving birth to Aane, I was assaulted by this man.

And then… after conceiving Mai, he too abandoned me.

…After being betrayed twice, I came to a conclusion: men are… filthy.

“…”

However, Cha-chan was different. He was the boy living next door.

His mother and I were close friends. Being single mothers, we cooperated in raising Cha-chan, Mai, and Aane.

Cha-chan was a bright child.

He encouraged me when I was troubled. I couldn’t trust men of my age or older, but… Cha-chan was the only one I could believe in.

When Cha-chan’s mother died, it damaged my heart even more. The death of a friend had left a huge hole in my chest.

But then…

At that time… Cha-chan said,

“Don’t cry, Mamako-san.”

…Despite grieving his own mother’s death, he comforted me.

I fell in love with his selfless demeanor. I felt saved. And then I decided. I would love this child… until death. Devote myself to him… completely.

“Hmm… Mamako?”

While I was using my lap as a pillow for him, Cha-chan woke up.

He looks truly wonderful just after waking up. I gently kiss him.

“Good morning, Cha-chan ♡.”

He looks surprised, then kisses me back.

It’s like an exchange between lovers. If I could just serve him as his slave, that alone would make me happy.

Ah… what happiness.

If only these blissful days could continue forever and ever.

★

As I prepare breakfast, I notice my daughter and Cha-chan whispering together.

“…You know what to do today, right?”

“…Of course.”

“…Everything’s ready.”

“Oh my, what are you all whispering about?”

Cha-chan and the others awkwardly avoid my gaze.

“N-nothing?” “It’s really nothing,” “…Mom’s birthda… mmmph!”

Cha-chan and Mai quickly cover Aane’s mouth.

“It’s nothing. Just… make sure you come home early today.”

“Oh? Why is that?”

…I actually have an inkling. Today is my birthday.

My children must be planning to celebrate it. Fufu…

I knew, but I still playfully asked.

“Er, well…” “It’s okay! You’re always so busy!”

When Mai says this, everyone nods in agreement.

Fufu… They’re planning a surprise party, aren’t they?

My dear children… I love them so much ♡.

“Alright, I promise I’ll come home early.”

The children sigh in relief, so endearing and precious…

I want to hug them right now and tell them I love them.

“Well then, let’s eat.”

★

After breakfast, as I start washing the dishes…

“I’ll help, Mamako.”

“My, thank you ♡.”

My beloved Cha-chan offers to help. Just that alone feels overwhelmingly delightful. I feel a sense of guilt for being doted on by him, yet his presence by my side fills me with happiness.

“Hehe…♡”

Gently, I rest my head on his shoulder.

“What’s up?”

“Mmm. Just… feeling so happy♡”

I close my eyes and murmur.

“…Cha-chan. You see? I’m… really happy right now…♡”

“Why all of a sudden?”

“I’m surrounded by my loving son and daughters, and united with my beloved. And also…”

Softly, I stroke my stomach.

Yes, strangely enough.

There’s a “new life” here.

Normally, this would be confusing and my daughters probably haven’t noticed yet.

But I know.

Because he has a special power.

Surely, that’s it… a special talent bestowed by the gods, has bestowed life within me.

“Hehe ♡.”

“What’s that about?”

“It’s a secret ♡.”

“A secret? Come on, tell me.”

“Fufu, maybe I’ll tell you when you come back from school today ♡.”

“I’m curious now.”

Fufu, I wonder how Cha-chan will react when he knows. What kind of expression will he make?

Well, he’ll definitely be surprised. But even that expression will be dear to me.

“Then you, Cha-chan, must promise too. To come straight home.”

I extend my pinky finger.

“Okay, promise.”

We link our pinkies.

Ah, truly… I am so happy. I never imagined such a day of happiness would come.

I must never let these blissful days be ruined. I have to… protect them.

★

I leave the house before Cha-chan and the others.

While walking, I sense someone following me.

I reach into the bag slung over my shoulder.

“Oh… you’re quite early, aren’t you?”

At the base of a utility pole, there was a calico cat.

And next to the cat stood a mysterious figure in a trench coat.

…I know.

I had been warned by “that person”.

That an envoy from the administrators, targeting me as a “Mouse”, would soon approach.

Which means…

“Administrators huh… you’re here to eliminate me, aren’t you?”

“…”

The mysterious man in the trench coat, his face hidden by a large hat, slowly approaches.

For this moment… I had received a “weapon” from that person.

I pull out a handgun from my bag.

“Sorry, but I have no intention of dying.”

I point the gun at the mysterious man.

“I will protect these happy days and my beloved children. If anyone tries to interfere, no matter who they are… I will kill them.”

I keep the gun trained on the man, glaring at him.

…The man then discards the hat he was wearing.

“…No, it can’t be.”

I was stunned to see “him”.

Why… How…? But… you are…

Bang…!

“Ugh… uhhhh…”

I collapsed on the spot. The man… no, he, also held the same gun as me in his hand.

“Why… did you…”

He didn’t answer. Just looked down at me sadly and says,

“…Sorry.”

He truly, genuinely looked remorseful as he spoke.

…And after that, I lost consciousness.

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★ ■■■’s Perspective 

I’ve just shot the person I love with my own hands. I fight the urge to crumble right there.

“Supporter. Is she alive?”

The calico cat approaches her fallen body, tracing her cheek with its tail.

“Yes. Mamako is alive, currently in a comatose state. Program injection successful.”

“I see… Thank you.”

I lift her in my arms and turn to leave.

“…I’m sorry.”

Tears drip down… one by one. I haven’t killed her, but I’ve still harmed the one I love most.

I can’t be forgiven. But… I had to do it. It was necessary.

“I’m sorry… Mom.”

I whisper, looking at the limp Mamako-shi.

“This is necessary to stop Charao Shibuya’s rampage and restore the world to its rightful state.”