落とし穴１３７堀：今更ながらの話 (Part2)
"Honestly, with such a selection of beauties gathered here, it’s a mystery how you manage to keep your composure. When we first married, I thought we’d be doing this every single day, but in the end, it’s always just work, work, work. Wouldn't a normal man be head-over-heels for us and just toss everything aside for a month to spend it all in bed?"
"No, no, what are you saying, Seraria?"
The conversation had started to veer in a strange direction. Everyone else was nodding along in agreement.
"Back then, there were so many urgent matters that had to be dealt with externally, weren't there? Like the Demon Lord, or the situation with Ranks."
"Now that you mention it, I suppose that’s true. But even when Ria joined us, or with Jessica, Samantha, and Cleena, it was still nothing."
"That’s right, Seraria. In my case, I was with him from morning until night, and he didn't make a single move."
"It was the same for me."
"Indeed, even after Yuki-sama accepted me as his wife, he didn't lay a hand on me for quite a long time."
"Mm. Yuki is shy."
"Wait, wait! Ria was an employee back then, right? Jessica was a prisoner of war. And Samantha and Cleena were students!"
Did they want me to become some kind of scumbag who preyed on his employees, took advantage of captives, and corrupted students?
"Yuki, you’ve already laid a hand on all of us now. I don't think it makes a difference anymore."
"Don't say that, Labyris. To me, those were legitimate relationships."
You know, like, we had spent enough time together to make it feel right?
"Honestly, you’re like an innocent maiden in that regard. Even though you’re so ruthless when it comes to politics and negotiations."
"Deryu, I’ve said it before: that’s one thing, and this is another. Besides, I knew for a fact that getting involved would lead to trouble. I told you, didn't I? That it would be a disaster if even one of you were missing? That’s what I meant by 'getting involved'."
"We told you that before, too. We don't like being treated like ornaments to be displayed. We help because we want to."
As Seraria said that, everyone nodded. It seemed their mindset hadn't changed at all from the beginning. I truly have wives who are far too good for me.
"...Everyone. Thank you. Thank you for being by my side all this time. And, please, continue to be with me from here on out."
When I said that, all my wives nodded. It was as if words were no longer necessary.
"Oh, but since we're on the subject, there’s something we’ve been wanting to ask you for a while now."
"Hm? What is it?"
"Well, we’ve never heard you talk about your type, have we?"
"No, the women I like are all of you..."
"That’s not what I mean. You know, like your ideal image of a wife?"
Ah, that.
"I used to think I’d marry some strong, cool knight, but look how that turned out."
"Is that what I am?"
"I mean that in a good way! But you’ve never told us what your ideal wife is like. Everyone’s curious, right?"
"That is true. I am indeed curious."
"I have never heard the Master speak of such things either."
"I’m interested in knowing what kind of woman Yuki-san likes, too."
"...I am. What kind of woman do you like?"
Oh boy, they were all looking at me with intense curiosity, closing in.
"What kind of woman does Big Brother like?"
"Please tell us! Firia will try her best to become closer to Brother’s ideal!"
"That’s right. We want to make you happy, Yuki-san."
"Come on, give it up. Either you tell us yourself, or I’ll just read your mind—those are your only two choices."
Labyris was closing in too, so there was no point in trying to feign ignorance. I reached out and took Labyris’s hand...
"I’ll be honest. At this point, I don't really have a 'type.' Like I said before, you’re all different, and you’re all beautiful and cute. If you were all the same, I’d hate that."
That’s right. I’ve said before that I don't want dolls that just do whatever I say.
"I like that everyone is free to be themselves."
"That’s your honest answer, then."
"Yes. In that case, we’ll give you a reward for saying such a lovely thing. You’re taking the day off from work today."
Wait? It seemed I had stepped on a massive landmine, and I was promptly devoured by my wives.
Still, it’s a bit late to be saying this, but confirming these things is important, isn't it? It’s a question that’s been on their minds for a while. And so, Yuki was devoured once again today.
Well, the wives here are good at talking things through, understanding each other, and holding hands. Honestly, talking about "ideals" is a bit pointless anyway. People often say their ideal is someone who listens to everything they say, but that’s just a robot, isn't it? The world is a complicated place.
With that, the New Year’s special comes to an end. The story resumes next time! Make sure to catch up. The army from the Seasypho Kingdom will arrive at the Haiden capital soon! What will happen next?