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The birthday party, which had been so large, noisy and fun that I couldn’t believe that it was hastily made, was over . I returned to my room, which I was completely used to living in .

How should I say this…… I feel a little sad after it’s over because it was kind of fun .

However, unnn……

[……I guess this doesn’t feel that bad . ]

[Unnn? What is it?]

[Well, I just think that if I feel sad afterwards, it means that I had lots of fun…… It kind of makes me happy . ]

[I see…… I’m glad you had fun, Kaito-kun . ]

I was sitting on the sofa and Kuro appeared next to me as I came back into my room, a soft smile on her face .

[……Kuro, thanks for everything . ]

[Your welcome, I suppose?]

[I feel very happy . For so many people to celebrate with me…… Really, I’m lucky to have such kind people around me . ]

These words naturally leaked out of my mouth . I felt as if my heart was overflowing with emotion and joy .

Thereupon, Kuro looked at me with a smile, before she spoke .

[……I think it’s a bit different though . ]

[Different? How so?]

[I think that such feelings don’t just go one-way though . If you feel that you’re happy and everyone is kind to you…… I’m sure it’s because Kaito-kun brings happiness to everyone else as well . ]

[……Is that really how it is?]

[We’re not celebrating your birthday because you’re kind . Everyone…… Of course, that includes me, celebrated because we love you, Kaito-kun . Kaito-kun has been kind to everyone, brought warmth to everyone, and created lots of happiness…… and those feelings go around, returning back to Kaito-kun . ]

[I see…… . Thanks . ]

The words she gently said . Those warm words seem to affirm that “the love you’re surrounded in is something that I have grasped by myself” .

However, let’s see…… if it’s as Kuro said, and I’m making everyone happy…… If I can’t make everyone feel the warmth I’m feeling right now…… that makes me happy .

[……Even so, it was something that was sudden, so I guess it must have been troublesome to prepare it, right?]

[Hmmm, we felt frantic, but we didn’t feel that it was troublesome . So, don’t worry about it . I mean, rather than the preparations, I feel that the final battle against Earth God was the most tiring . She’s really strong, so she’s quite the nuisance……]

It is indeed true that Kuro’s stamina is literally bottomless, unlike mine . However, it’s troublesome since time is limited…… No, wait . There are people who can literally manipulate time huh……

Also, it really would be great if Eden-san knows how to restrain herself .

[……I’d like to somehow express my thanks though . ]

[You don’t really have to worry about it though…… Ahh, then, can I ask you one favor?]

[Unnn? Ahh, if it’s something I can do . ]

Looking as if she had thought of something, Kuro looked as if she thought of something fun, bringing her face close and whispering to my ears .

[……Eh? W- Why again…… Well, it’s alright with me but……]

[This is something I’ve actually wanted to do for a while now . ]

Kuro’s request wasn’t unreasonable at all, and it was something that could be done right now . Her request was a little unusual though, so I was a little confused, but I still “scooted towards the edge of the sofa” .

Thereupon, Kuro put her head on my thigh with a happy smile on her face…… Yes, Kuro’s request is to “give her a lap pillow” .

[Ahaha, this kind of feels refreshing . ]

[Indeed…… I mean, isn’t it tough?]

[It’s okay, it feels nice and warm . ]

It was the opposite of our usual position . I’ve had Kuro give me lap pillows many times, but this is the first time I’ve done it for her .

Looking down at Kurp’s face from above while she was lying down on my lap, just as Kuro said, was somewhat refreshing .

Her eyes narrowed, as if she was feeling comfortable, Kuro looked as if she acquired peace of mind .

To be honest, I like being able to spoil Kuro like this . I haven’t really thought of this, but Kuro is a great person who is loved by many…… Despite her appearance, she is a really mature woman . She is someone who has lived for a long time, and one can sense her solid knowledge and experience .

Such a Kuro sometimes spoils me like this . This is the best proof that the time Kuro spends with me is something that makes her feel at ease, and it makes me feel helplessly happy .

As I was thinking about this, Kuro’s beautiful golden eyes looked back at me and she quietly muttered .

[……Hey, Kaito-kun?]

[Unnn?]

[I’m very happy . Being with Kaito-kun like this…… That’s why, thanks . Because I met you and you saved me, I’m still smiling from the bottom of my heart . ]

[……………… . ]

Her words were filled with overflowing emotions . Hearing her words, I remembered what Kuro had said a while ago . I see, feeling go around huh, well said .

[……I’m the one who should say that . Because I met you, Kuro, and you saved me, I can spend my days with a smile on my face . Well, there are times when I am surprised and troubled but…… I feel really happy . ]

[Mhmm, arehh? Did you just use my words right back at me?]

[Ahaha, that’s right . If Kuro feels that you’ve received happiness and kindness from me…… it’s because feelings go around, and we’re just returning such feelings to Kuro…… isn’t it?]

[Unnn, you’ve returned so much that my heart is overflowing with love for you, Kaito-kun . ]

[Then, I return those words exactly back to you . ]

[……We’re just going in circles, weren’t we?]

[We were . ]

Kuro and I looked at each other, and laughed . Thinking about how we’re happy because of each other is quite the wonderful feeling .

Well, I don’t really have to say anything too complicated, I love Kuro and Kuro loves me .

That’s why, the time we spend together is……

[……Happiness . ]

[……Yeah, happiness . Kuro, let’s be like this, even in the future . ]

[Fufu, I thought the same too . ]

After giving me a bashful smile, Kuro gently closed her eyes and slightly raised her head . And I could clearly see what she wished for, even if she didn’t say it out loud .

After all, it’s something I also wish for……

Dear Mom, Dad————– It is difficult to explain in words the feelings you have for someone you love . However, I wonder why? Having our hearts facing each other, deeply connected like this…… and being able to feel this way————- I really feel unbearably happy .

? ? ? : [The main heroine is unfair…… She’s guaranteed a delicious role in epilogue-like chapters like this…… Even though it would be fitting even if it’s m—— Alice-chan who was in a situation like this! Is this the privilege of the main heroine!?]

Serious-senpai : [……Well, that is…… ummm . Want some choccy milk?]

? ? ? : [……”Misfortune Incarnate, Serious-senpai”…… Thank you . ]

Serious-senpai : [Why the heck were you insulting me just now!?]

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