The case where I was gradually getting buried in the heavy love of my childhood friend who had miraculously recovered from their illness was perfect! - Chapter 45 : Rion's Memory

Chapter 45 : Rion’s Memory

“Wow, I didn’t know she was like that.”

“Yes, she had quite interesting things with her.”

Night fell, and it was around Nine o’clock.

Rion was talking to Mana about her new friendship with Azusa Saijo that had developed earlier this evening.

It wasn’t just about making friends from another class, but also about the connection woven by Nagisa. Above all, it was because she was not an ordinary girl.

“Mana, you had some idea about it, didn’t you?”

“Well, yes. But I thought she was harmless to Rion and us. Besides, I knew she was the type of person who could control herself.”

Mana had sensed something about Azusa. Upon that realization, Rion had independently investigated, with Mana cooperating.

Although there were still things Rion didn’t understand about Azusa, she felt a similarity that made her comfortable with the situation. She chose not to share this with Nagisa simply because she wanted to see his reaction.

“Looking for a prince, huh? It’s a girl’s wish, but from what I’ve heard, she’s quite serious about it.”

“Azusa-san is genuinely seeking a prince. She takes pride in her current job, and she values her fans. However, if a prince who meets her standards appears, she will surely abandon everything.”

A prince — Rion knew this. But since Azusa was smart, Rion didn’t see it as a problem. She was curious to see how Azusa would transform when she found her prince. However, Rion had an unspoken concern: what if Nagisa became that prince? She decided not to say it aloud, not wanting to see his reaction.

“It could be quite interesting, though.”

“Yes, but…”

For some reason, Rion had one reason she didn’t want that to happen. It was a possibility she couldn’t deny: Nagisa becoming the prince Azusa was looking for. Rion didn’t want to admit the possibility that her dear Nagisa might be the one to make Azusa give up everything.

‘Although I speak to Nagi-kun without reservation, it doesn’t mean I’m underestimating him. I know his wonderful qualities the best. So, I don’t deny the possibility of him becoming that prince; rather, I consider it possible.’

Rion sighed.

Lately, she felt something strange about herself. It wasn’t a physical ailment or a recurrence of her illness. It was a peculiar feeling that her emotions were clouded in mist.

“Rion? What’s wrong?”

“…Well, it’s nothing. Mana, may I ask you something?”

“Sure, go ahead. Ask me anything.”

“Have I changed recently? Especially in any noticeable way?”

“That’s a sudden philosophical question. Hmm, I don’t think there’s been any significant change. You’re always smiling because Rokudou-kun is by your side.”

“…Yes.”

Rion nodded. However, she still felt that something was off, something she wanted to remember but couldn’t.

“Why did I… get saved?”

“Rion, don’t say strange things.”

“Ah, sorry.”

She apologized for saying it out loud. After a while of chatting with Mana, they bid each other goodnight and ended the call.

“…..”

Putting her phone down, Rion stood up.

Opening the window and stepping onto the balcony, a slightly chilly wind passed through her. Although the cold made her shiver for a moment, Rion kept her eyes fixed in a certain direction.

“Nagi-kun.”

Her gaze was directed toward Nagisa’s house. She wondered what he was doing right now and suddenly, gripping the balcony railing tightly, she murmured:

“This feeling is unpleasant. What have I forgotten?”

There was something… Rion pondered. She was happy that her illness had been completely cured, but she couldn’t shake the feeling that something was there.

“Hmm, it’s troublesome.”

In times like this, when she got lost in her thoughts, Rion always thought of Nagisa’s face. Just thinking of his carefree smiling face made all her anxieties disappear. She returned to her room, picked up her phone, and dialed his number.

“Hello?”

Yes, she called him. The one who is supposed to be by her side forever and ever.

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“I wanted to talk with you… I’m sorry for calling you out of the blue.”

Last night, Rion called me all of a sudden.

As far as I’m concerned, there’s no reason not to answer her calls, and unless there’s a reason like being asleep, I always make sure to respond. Besides, I enjoy talking on the phone with her.

“So, did you call Rokudou after that?”

“Yes. Nagi-kun seemed a bit sleepy, but he talked to me.”

“Oh, Rokudou is kind, huh?”

And so, the next day, the topic of that conversation was already shared with Asumi-san.

Kind… No, I shook my head. “It’s not about being kind. I just like talking to Rion, and that’s enough, isn’t it?”

“…Wow.”

“Hehe~, thank you, Nagi-kun.”

This is something that hasn’t changed since forever. It’s strangely not bothersome to interact with Rion. When I think about it, it’s really rare.

‘But, well… Is there anything troublesome about Rion?’

Even though I’m usually teased by her, I’ve never found our interactions troublesome. Hmm, maybe it’s just because she’s my childhood friend.

Asumi-san, after my response, seemed to smirk and patted Rion’s head.

“Indeed, that’s how it is.”

“What are you trying to say?”

“Anything~♪ Fufufu!”

“What’s with that laugh?”

“Hmm, who knows why!”

Asumi-san, are you okay…?

Rion, although she seems annoyed and tries to remove Asumi-san’s hand, it seems she can’t quite match Asumi-san’s strength.

“Well, well, Rion is cute, right?”

“…Stop it, or I’ll get mad.”

“Oh, what happens if you get mad?”

“……”

You never know what Rion will do when provoked…

However, Rion seems to know it’s futile to get mad at Asumi-san, and she probably has no intention of getting angry in the first place.

“Sigh… Well, I’ll allow you to pat my head.”

“So cute~♪”

Watching the interaction between the two girls, I felt a bit melancholic. Because later today, I have another committee meeting, and I’ll have to face Himemoto-senpai again… Ugh, I don’t want to.

‘Well, there are plenty of people I can talk to.’

Himemoto-senpai and the School’s president were aiming for Hiroshima University. 

Himemoto-senpai especially likes to talk with talented people only… I wonder what was the reason for such drastic change.

“……”

But lately, it’s been a peaceful time without anything happening. It’s a bad habit of mine to think that something is about to happen. Thinking like this probably brings it upon myself.

“What’s wrong?”

“Are you thinking about something?”

“Huh? Oh no, I just felt like something might happen soon.”

“Is that what they call a flag?”

“No way… I hope not.”

Such a convenient manga-like development… No, I shouldn’t think about these things for a while!

Asumi-san, and even Rion, seemed to sense something, although Rion didn’t say anything. And then, the time for the committee meeting arrived—Rion seemed a bit excited.

“Tohsaka-san, I think there’s a more suitable place for you. I’ve said it many times, but it’s not bad for you—”

“I’ve said it before, but I don’t need it. I think you’re being persistent… Besides, I don’t need anything Himemoto-senpai has to offer — I will decide for myself what I need.”

As Rion strongly spoke, Himemoto-senpai choked over her words.

And for some reason, she glared at me sitting next to Rion. But Rion overlapped her words and drove off Himemoto-senpai… or rather, at the end, she seemed a bit teary-eyed.

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