第６２９堀：カグラたちの今後と片手間の話 (Part2)
"How do you intend to contact Hyde?"
"We can contact him through the academy, so I'll just ask the principal or Kanna. This is separate from Weed's diplomacy, so there's no reason to push it onto Kagura. If I tell the princess the circumstances, she'll understand. If not, I'll just show her the pictures."
"That's quite extreme again."
In this area, there are no magical creatures that sustain their bodies with magic, so we don't see ghosts or zombies, and thus aren't accustomed to grotesque sights. Tori and the others being perfectly fine at the scene with Kagura and the others is, simply put, due to familiarity. They're used to grotesque zombies, after all. I'm also a cleric and a doctor, so I'm accustomed to seeing corpses. Even so, it was so dismembered that it would make anyone grimace, so it's only natural that Kagura and the others collapsed. However, knowing Kagura's feelings, I have a bad feeling that this decision might plunge her into even deeper despair. What should I do? You've also consulted Tori, Riel, and Kaya, haven't you?
...My husband doesn't like involving people due to various entanglements. Yuki's fundamental belief is that ensuring safety through marriage is for the sake of the country and the nobility, not for the happiness of the individuals involved. That's why Seraria and I, in particular, were rejected in that regard. But since it's also a fact, I can't really argue strongly. Or rather, it's rare for people to truly have a mutually beloved partner. There's also love that begins, like mine, after seeing various embarrassing sides of each other. Even if I express my personal opinion, my husband probably won't be convinced. After all, his wives have increased for such reasons time and time again. Now that Kagura has been made to cry, my husband would probably dislike it if I forced the issue. And seeing and hearing that, Kagura might hang herself, so a forceful approach is dangerous. Before that, Kagura has someone she needs to overcome... Ah, perhaps I should steer her towards overcoming that while she's in Weed? I can tell Kagura that she'll be happy if she can do that, and my husband can focus on his work in the meantime. Isn't that perfect? It's not a problem that can be solved immediately, and this is probably the best approach.
"Yes, I agree with the opinion that we should tell Kagura she did well and have her step back. If she forces herself to stay on the front lines, she'll likely get injured."
"Right. Kagura and the others did their best. The rest is for the adults to handle. I'll apologize properly, and then they can rest."
Perhaps feeling refreshed after talking with me, my husband said that, clapped his cheeks with both hands, and stood up.
"I've left all the documents to Deryu, so I'm heading back. Rurua, thank you."
"Not at all. Supporting my husband is only natural. I am his wife, and also a doctor."
"I see."
"Indeed."
With that, my husband smiled and returned to his office, and Deryu entered in his place.
"It seems you handled it well. I didn't quite know what to say to Yuki. And with the work he asked of me, I ended up neglecting it."
"No, it's also because you nursed Kagura and the others, and they've calmed down. We've decided to apologize honestly and have Kagura and the others focus on their diplomatic duties in Weed."
"...Hmm. Well, that's a reasonable proposal. But can Kagura endure it? Won't she think she's being sent away for her failure?"
"About that... *mumble mumble*"
I conveyed the plan I had just thought of.
"Hoho. I see, that's a possibility. If we proceed on our own, there are a few who might get furious. So, overcoming that is her job, then."
"Yes. If we force my husband's hand like this, it might stem from guilt, and that wouldn't be good."
"That's true. If Kagura gets us on her side, she won't mind so much. Well, Yuki will probably dislike it for a different reason, though."
"That will depend on how hard Kagura tries."
"Hmm. But we're not worried about the Haire Church, are we?"
"That's probably because my husband said he'd act independently."
"Ah, I see."
We believe the outcome for the Haire Church is already clear. After all, Steve and the others are already in motion. More than that, my husband is definitely more important. ...Ah, it's not that I don't care what happens to Steve and the others; it's a judgment based on trust.
Side: Steve
"Achoo!"
"A cold?"
"Dunno. Well, we're on a mountain, so it can't be helped."
"Snow's piled up, after all."
"Haa, why's the main temple on top of a mountain, anyway?"
"It's that thing, right? 'Closer to heaven is better.' Like, to get closer to the gods, that's common."
"Hah. The goddess who seems to be the top of this world is in an apartment room in a dungeon underground, watching manga and dramas in a tracksuit."
"It's the opposite, isn't it~"
Side: Nonoa, Magic God, Queen of the Magic Nation
"A-choo!!"
Startled by the sudden, unfamiliar sound, I hastily poked my head into the living room.
"Are you alright, Luna-sama!?"
"Whee. Oh, no, someone might have been talking about me. Well, I'm a goddess, so it happens often."
"...Haa. Is that how it is?"
"More importantly, is dinner ready yet?"
"Ah, yes. It'll be ready soon, please wait."
I immediately returned to cooking.
As expected of Yuki, he reflects.
And Rurua the doctor, active.
Kagura to rear-line duty, or rather, her original work.
But what you all desire is not the Haire Church, but the fate of Kagura's love, isn't it?
Steve. You are trusted.
Right? My dear readers.