When I reincarnated in the world of a gal game, I had memories of all the heroines being conquered, and it turned into a chaotic situation... - Chapter 17
Taking in the frigid winter air that felt as if it could cut through the skin, Himeno breathed in and then exhaled a visible white mist in return.
Standing in front of the grave, Himeno slowly bent down and gently clasped her hands together.
“Mother, everything has come to an end, so I’ve come to greet you.”
In a voice that melted like snow on the ground, Himeno continued, “I have become the head of the Yukishiro family. Since you were the head of the 14th generation, I will be leading the 15th generation.”
Snowflakes began to flutter down, but without showing any concern, Himeno continued, “Mother’s diary. I read it just a few days ago, but I’ll read it here as well.”
Himeno took out the diary and began reading from the beginning.
“December 2nd, a snowy day. Himeno was born. My beloved child, born with pain. The reason you were able to give birth safely was because you supported me from the sky. From now on, I will protect you, so rest assured.”
“March 14th. Himeno, over two years old, is a lively, running child. Always laughing, so cute~. Although our time together due to the Yukishiro family’s work is short, every time we meet, she calls me Mama, Mama, bringing me happiness. I hope she continues to grow healthy like this.”
“July 25th. On my birthday, Himeno made a present with origami. It quickly became my treasure. Himeno is truly a kind child, and because of that, I worry. Can this child bear the pressure as the successor of the Yukishiro family in the future?”
“April 15th. The results of Himeno’s elementary school entrance exam were announced. 35th out of 40 successful applicants. It’s not bad since she passed, but both I, her father, and grandmother passed as the top scorers. It might be cruel to let this child inherit the Yukishiro family business. No, it would be cruel regardless of her abilities. I don’t want to make my dear child endure the Yukishiro family business, dealing with monsters in the political and business world, both physically and mentally, regardless of her abilities.”
“September 9th. Following the Yukishiro family’s policy, education as a successor has begun. I wanted to praise my child, who is desperately trying hard, even if it hurts. But as long as Himeno says she will ‘succeed her mother,’ I can’t do that. To make her give up, it’s best not to praise her and undermine her motivation. Also, if I, as the head, acknowledge her as a suitable successor, those around will treat Himeno as such. I have no choice but to be cold-hearted.”
Himeno continued to read the diary further.
Himeno graduated at the top of her elementary school, won a piano competition, and various other praiseworthy accomplishments. A diary full of regrets and confessions of not being able to praise her for all of them turned into a voice and disappeared into the winter sky. Also, a strong feeling of ‘no matter what happens, I love Himeno and want to protect her.’
“July 7th. After entering the academy, Himeno changed. She is becoming a suitable successor. Himeno’s growth is undeniably joyful. However, at the same time, it’s unbelievably worrisome.”
Himeno finished reading and closed the diary.
“Mother, you loved me a lot, didn’t you?”
Slowly and calmly, Himeno exhaled calmly and smiled gently.
“I’m sorry for wasting your thoughtfulness on not wanting me to become the head of the Yukishiro. I became the head, unaware of your intentions, thinking that if I became the head, you would acknowledge me from heaven.”
But she continued.
“Thanks to that, overcoming various difficulties and hardships, Himeno has become a splendid daughter suitable for the Yukishiro family. And, I have a wonderful lover who supports me.”
Himeno’s cheeks trembled.
“So, Mom. Finally, I can… I can… I can finally be at ease…”
The trembling voice choked, and then, like a dam bursting, a moist voice and tears overflowed.
“Mom! Mom! Himeno has become splendid! She has become splendid!”
Himeno’s crying voice, as if trying not to be absorbed by the powdery snow, echoed in the graveyard.
Then suddenly everything went dark.
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…The next moment, I realized that I had woken up.
Rubbing my sleepy eyes, I looked around.
I was in my Dorm room. The clock was ticking steadily.
I had a dream. I dreamt of the scene from Himeno’s route.
I stopped the ringing alarm clock, slowly got up, poured water from a bottle into a glass.
After drinking it all, with a sigh, I thought of Himeno’s face from yesterday.
A sad face looking at a pair of parent and child warmly.
Well, it’s not something I should get involved in.
I thought so, but there was a lingering feeling of unease.
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