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Hanamaru's Birthday card translation

Part 1.

- Conservatory -

- The day before Hanamaru's birthday -

The cherry blossom trees were in full bloom. On Hanamaru's birthday... It was the peak of cherry blossom viewing. I think Hanamaru would definitely be interested in it.

- I wish tomorrow would come soon...

Imagining his smile... I left the conservatory.

- A few weeks ago -

Hanamaru's birthday is coming soon... I was looking for him in the garden. The butlers' birthdays this year... I decided to celebrate them with a flower theme. That flower that Hanamaru might like... I went out to look for it. And after a while... I noticed Hanamaru looking at the cherry blossoms.

Hanamaru: .....

When Hanamaru looked at the cherry blossoms... He had an incomprehensible expression. Although I wasn't sure if I should disturb him... I approached him.

- Good afternoon, Hanamaru

Hanamaru: Hm?

Hanamaru: Oh... Hello, Master.

Hanamaru: Sorry for taking so long to respond. Did that bother you?

- Are you thinking about something?

Hanamaru: Well, you could say that.

Hanamaru: The cherry blossoms are really beautiful... I think they bloomed a little earlier this year.

Hanamaru: The earlier the blossoms bloom, the faster they'll fall... That gave me mixed feelings.

- Would you like them to bloom later?

Hanamaru: Hmm, no, that's not quite right...

Hanamaru: ... I just remember the cherry blossoms blooming on my birthday.

Hanamaru: My first birthday was at a church... That year, the cherry blossoms bloomed a little later than usual.

Hanamaru: The taste of the cherry blossom mochi I ate with children and nuns back then... I still haven't forgotten it...

Hanamaru: And the fact that the cherry blossoms bloomed before my birthday... It makes me feel a little sad.

- I see...

Did I sound too sad..? Hanamaru smiled brightly.

Hanamaru: Well, even if the cherry blossoms aren't blooming, the mochi made from them are still delicious... I wonder if I can eat them on my birthday.

Hanamaru: And by the way... Master.

Hanamaru: This year, I'm asking for cherry blossom mochi for my birthday.

- What?

Hanamaru: Hehe, jeez. Isn't it too rude of a butler to ask a master for a gift?

Hanamaru: But at the same time... I'm sure I wanted to eat sakura mochi on my birthday.....

- Sakura mochi, huh....

Maybe, Hanamaru... He probably knew that I was worried about what to give him. Something he would be happy to receive... I was glad that he shared it with me.

Hanamaru: Oops..... I can't slack off forever.

Hanamaru: See you later, Master.

After saying that... Hanamaru left, waving his arms behind him. Then... I decided that I would make sakura mochi for him. If it was possible..... Then, on his birthday, I would like to eat mochi and watch the cherry blossoms together.... This year, with the cherry blossoms blooming earlier, it will be difficult to do... But still, I... I prayed with all my heart that the flowers would not fall off due to the wind or rain.

- (Should I make a teru-teru boozu...)

- Devil's Palace Master's Room -

- The Next Day -

While I was making a teru-teru boozu, I hoped that the cherry blossoms would survive until Hanamaru's birthday. However, no matter how many charms I hung on the window... I never thought of a real way to preserve the flowers.

- (Can I just rely on luck...?)

While I was thinking about that... There was a knock on my door.

- Come in.

- It's open.

Hanamaru: Good afternoon, Master.

- Something happened?

Hanamaru: I saw that you were decorating the window with charms.

Hanamaru: If there are many of them... I thought I might be able to help.

- I-Is that so.

I made teru-teru boozu for the sake of Hanamaru's birthday... I wonder if I can accept his help... Although it might be strange if I refuse... After thinking about it, I decided to accept his offer.

- After a while-

Hanamaru: Phew... So many talismans. Even the window might not have enough space for them.

- Thanks for the help.

Hanamaru: It's okay. I told you I wanted to help.

Hanamaru: It was interesting to make a teru-teru after all this time.

Hanamaru: Aaand... Look at the face of this big teru-teru boozu.

Hanamaru: Doesn't he look like mad Yuhan? And this one is Teddy.

Hanamaru: My~ I'm so good at drawing. My talent is scary.

Hanamaru: Of course... I think my face, which master drew, is also gorgeous.

- Really?

Hanamaru: Yes. That's why this kiddo... I suggest hanging him next to your pillow, not on the window.

Hanamaru: How about it? Don't you think you'll only have good dreams now?

- Um...

As soon as he said that... Lightning flashed outside the window. And to finish it off... It started raining heavily.

Hanamaru: Oh... It was quite a heavy rain.

- This is...

Hanamaru: Don't be so upset, Master.

Hanamaru: It's fine. The cherry blossoms will bloom next year too.

Hanamaru: It's just that Master's feelings... They were enough.

- Eh...?

Hanamaru: To do so many teru-teru boozu... I can guess what Master was thinking.

Hanamaru: Thank you, Master.

- Hanamaru...

Hanamaru: ...Heh. I showed you my cool side.

Hanamaru: ...If all of this was not for my birthday... It would really suck.

Hanamaru: ...Even if I'm wrong, please pretend otherwise. It's just simple human kindness.

- ...That's right, you're not mistaken.

Hanamaru: Uh-huh. As expected of my kind master.

Hanamaru: Even if we don't see the cherry blossoms this year... We can do it next year.

Hanamaru: "The lifespan of flowers is short"... That's why they bloom around the same time every year.

Hanamaru: That's what Ammon said. If you think about it, all the cherry blossoms here are the same variety...

Hanamaru: They cut branches from one tree and plant them in the soil to grow more... If you think about it, they're all clones of each other.

Hanamaru: That's why they bloom at the same time.

Hanamaru: The cherry blossoms in this mansion's garden... Ammon brought them from the nearby mountains.

- Really?

Hanamaru: Yes. They must have gotten this size from growing them from bonsai-sized seedlings.

- Bonsai...

- Cherry blossom saplings...

The two words flashed through my mind.

- I see!

Hanamaru: Whoa!?

Hanamaru: W-What is it..? You scared me...

- Sorry for scaring you.

Hanamaru: Oh well, it's okay.

Hanamaru: I don't know yet... But it seems like Master has had an idea.

- Thanks to Hanamaru, thank you.

Hanamaru: Hehe... I'm glad.

Hanamaru: The idea you came up with... Can I hear it now?

- It's worth waiting until the right time.

Hanamaru: Heh... Okay. I'll wait for "that time".

That's it, thanks to Hanamaru... I came up with an idea. If everything goes well... Maybe we can enjoy the cherry blossoms with Hanamaru on his birthday.

Part 2.

- Devil's Palace Master's Room -

- Hanamaru's Birthday -

With the help of the other butlers… I made some sakura mochi to give to Hanamaru. And… I told him to come to my room. I was a little worried… I was looking forward to him coming.

*Knock knock*

- The door is open

- Come in.

Hanamaru: Good afternoon, Master.

- What a wonderful outfit.

- Your birthday outfit suits you.

Hanamaru: Oh, really~? Even if I know that, I'm happy that Master said that.

Hanamaru: And… Today is my birthday…

Hanamaru: Maybe… Am I allowed to be a little impatient?

- Of course.

I showed Hanamaru the basket with the sakura mochi and the bottle of water.

- Let's take this today.

Hanamaru: Heh, a spring picnic? Where are we going?

- To the nearby mountain.

Hanamaru: Oh, great. Eating sakura mochi in the wild is a unique pleasure.

Hanamaru: So, I'm ready to go to the mountains. Leave the basket to me.

- Thank you, Hanamaru.

So, I... I invited Hanamaru to go to the mountain where the sakura were blooming.

- The mountain near the mansion -

- A little later -

We came to the mountain we were looking for. There were many sakura trees around... And they were all blooming. Wherever we went, we were surrounded by sakura flowers.

Hanamaru: Hmm, being among the flowers feels great. It's a great day to be here.

Hanamaru smiled softly as he watched the sakura trees. To be honest, Hanamaru wanted to eat sakura mochi while watching the trees bloom… So I was sure that he was trying not to show his true feelings in front of me. Seeing Hanamaru like this… I became even happier.

- Thank you for your concern.

Hanamaru: Hm? What does this mean?

- Look here, Hanamaru.

I pointed to an empty mountain path. I led Hanamaru along it. There… There was another tree, all in bloom. Or to be more precise… It was a bonsai with sakura.

Hanamaru: This…

Amidst the greenery, one's eyes could catch a particularly bright sakura color… Hanamaru rolled his eyes slightly.

Hanamaru: Maybe… The master made this?

Hanamaru: About something in my past… I told you about admiring the sakura on my birthday…

- That’s right.

I explained the situation to him. Ever since I heard that story from Hanamaru… I wanted him to be able to enjoy the cherry blossoms on this birthday too. So I ordered a bonsai tree with cherry blossoms… The conservatory helped the flowers survive the rain and wind. And the food that Hanamaru remembered… I made cherry blossom mochi with my own hands. While telling him that… I opened the basket that contained the mochi.

- Happy birthday, Hanamaru.

Hanamaru: Master…

Hanamaru: …Hehe. Thank you.

Hanamaru, unusually for himself, was scratching the back of his head in embarrassment. He must have been really happy.

- I'm glad you liked it.

Hanamaru: Master… I didn't just like it.

Hanamaru: You're so good at capturing my heart… It's becoming more and more unbearable.

Hanamaru: You've captured my heart and won't let it go.

Hanamaru: Well, I don't want you to let it go... I wouldn't dream of it.

Hanamaru said that and spread out a mat... He placed it next to the bonsai.

Hanamaru: Please, Master. Today, we'll enjoy watching the cherry blossoms.

- Uh-huh!

When I sat down on the mat... Hanamaru sat down next to me. And looking at the cherry blossoms... He began to speak with sincere emotion.

Hanamaru: But still... I can't believe that you've created such a wonderful atmosphere for me.

Hanamaru: This is something... I'm happier than I could have imagined.

Hanamaru: After all, Master did this for me.

Hanamaru: I felt the same happiness when I was watching the blossoms with the children… And now, I’m with Master…

Hanamaru: I might be happier in the future too… That’s what I think.

Hanamaru said this while smiling softly.

Hanamaru: So… Then, now…

Hanamaru: Master. Can I eat the mochi filled with love?

Hanamaru: They look so delicious… Could it be that master made them..?

- Of course.

Hanamaru: Hehe… Thank you.

While I was taking out the mochi… Hanamaru poured some green tea into a mug.

Hanamaru: Yeah, yeah… Yummy, yummy.

Hanamaru: The combination of salty cherry leaves and sweet sakura mochi is wonderful. It's cute and incredibly delicious.

Hanamaru: Washing it all down with strong tea… The sweetness becomes even more intense.

Hanamaru: And it's not just sweet… Other flavors actually enhance the sweetness…

Hanamaru: I guess it's the same with human relationships? …Master.

- What is?

Hanamaru: In other words, you don't have to be so timid… A little stimulation is also important.

- …Did the sweetness hit your head?

Hanamaru laughs when he hears my answer.

Hanamaru: Mm? Maybe Master wants more sweetness?

Hanamaru: I see, I see… Just say it quickly.

Hanamaru: If Master wants… I’ll be as sweet as you want.

Hanamaru: By the way… First, can we start with…

Hanamaru: …Your head on my lap?

- …Thank you for the offer.

Hanamaru: Eh~ you’re refusing? Really~?

Hanamaru: Master… Maybe you’re embarrassed?

Hanamaru: This kind of Master is cute too, but… Is everything really okay?

Hanamaru: It’s rare to get the chance to admire the sakura while lying on someone’s lap… Isn’t it?

- ………

Hanamaru: Hehe. Even Master’s embarrassed face is beautiful.

I’m sure it was just a joke… But to enjoy the sakura like this with Hanamaru on his birthday… When will the next time be? The desire to make as many memorable moments as possible on this day was growing within me.

- …Listen, Hanamaru.

Hanamaru: Mhm, what is it?

- If it's okay, I want to lie down for a moment…

Hanamaru: …!

Hanamaru: I see, I see. If that's the case, then you need a pillow.

Hanamaru: So, I ask you… Please use my lap.

Hanamaru teased me, but… His voice was full of tenderness. Slowly… I laid my head on his lap.

Hanamaru: Uh-huh, so good. Enjoy, Master.

- …Thank you.

I lay down on Hanamaru's lap and looked at the cherry blossom trees. While we were looking at the flowers swaying in the wind… Hanamaru and I had a wonderful time together.

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[2024 Birthday Card Story - Haures] At the Closest Place

this is for a request i had to translate a haures card story! thanks again to a friend of mine for sharing this with me!

Chapters 1 & 2

Chapter 1

As the season changed from spring to summer… May arrived, and Haures and Fennesz’s birthday drew near.

I already decided what to give all the butlers as a birthday present this year.

A ring for the pinky finger… A “pinky ring.”

Wearing a ring on the pinky finger symbolizes “preventing happiness from escaping.”

With that in mind, I quickly decided to choose a gemstone ring for the two of them.

But while I was choosing… I was unsure what gem would suit them.

Since it’s for their birthday… I wanted to pick a gem that was perfect for them.

While I kept thinking about it, there was a knock on the door.

Knock, knock…

> Come in.

Haures: Excuse us, Aruji-sama.

Fennesz: Sorry to disturb your rest.

> What is it?

Fennesz: Actually… It’s a bit awkward to be saying this ourselves, but…

Fennesz: Uhm… It’s almost our birthday, isn’t it?

> Y-Yeah, it is.

Haures: …We were very happy that you celebrated our birthday with us last year…

Haures: Fennesz and I had a pleasant time.

Haures: However, after thinking about it…

Haures: Celebrating both our birthdays on the same day… Isn’t it a bit hectic for you, Aruji-sama?

Fennesz: Yes. I’m very grateful that you’re celebrating it with us, but… We’d like you to be able to spend time with us without having to rush.

Haures: So Fennesz and I discussed it and… We came up with a suggestion.

Haures: If you’re going to celebrate our birthdays… Maybe it’d be better to celebrate it on different days…

Fennesz: It feels a bit shameless to suggest how to celebrate our own birthdays, but…

Even though they seemed somewhat embarrassed, they told me their suggestion… I’m sure it’s because they’re worried about me.

I wanted to respect their opinions to not let their kindness go to waste.

> Alright, let’s do that.

Haures: Thank you, Aruji-sama.

Fennesz: Thank you.

Fennesz: Well then, uhm… We’ll be excusing ourselves now.

Fennesz: Sorry to disturb you. Please enjoy your rest.

> Yeah, thanks.

After the two had left… The thought of their smiles on their birthday naturally came to mind.

While imagining how happy they’ll be… I was also able to happily pick the gemstones.

One day in May… I wrote a letter to Haures.

“Tomorrow, wear your birthday outfit… Let’s spend the day together, just the two of us.”

When he reads this letter… I’m sure he’ll understand that it’s for his birthday.

Then, the following morning after I delivered the letter…

Haures came to my room wearing his birthday outfit.

Haures: Excuse me, Aruji-sama.

Haures: Thank you for the thoughtful letter. Just as it said… I came here wearing my birthday outfit.

> It looks really good on you, Haures.

Haures: Fufu… Thank you. It’s thanks to Flure.

Haures: He made wonderful birthday outfits for us this year too.

Haures: Now then, Aruji-sama. I’ve read the letter you gave me, but…

Haures: It’ll only be two of us today… Is that correct…?

I explained to Haures.

I told him that this whole day is for him… We'll go out somewhere together and enjoy his birthday to the fullest…

And finally, we’ll have dinner together.

I told him that since it’s his birthday, I want him to enjoy himself without holding back.

Haures: I see…

Haures: Thank you, Aruji-sama.

Haures: To be able to spend the whole day with my beloved lord… There’s no greater joy than this.

Haures: Technically speaking… As a butler, perhaps I should refrain from…

> Today’s special!

Haures: Fufu… I see. So this is a special birthday privilege from you.

Haures: Then… I’ll allow myself to indulge in this special privilege to my heart’s content.

> So, where do you want to go?

Haures: Let’s see. …Actually, I’ve had something in mind for a while…

Haures: If I can freely spend time with you… I have something that I want to do.

> What is it?

Haures: Yes, actually… If you’re alright with it…

Haures: I’d like to… exercise and work out with you…

> Exercise?

Haures: Yes. I’ve always thought about it while training with the other butlers, but…

Haures: If we work out together… I think it’ll naturally deepen our bond.

Haures: Not the usual stretches, but… By doing something more rigorous…

Haures: I want to share that feeling with you…

Haures: Of course, if this is too strenuous for you… Then, please don’t push yourself.

> U-Uhm…

Haures: I do have another idea in mind… If you’d like, would you like to hear what it is?

Haures told me that he had another idea, but… I’m sure that he actually wants to do the first one.

I want to do everything that he wants since it’s his birthday.

> Let’s do the first idea.

Haures: Huh…? Is that alright with you?

> I want to exercise with you too.

Haures: Fufu… Thank you, Aruji-sama.

Haures: Now then, I’ve just changed my outfit, but… Since I don’t want to dirty the outfit Flure made for me…

Haures: I’ll be changing into clothes that are easier to move around in.

> I’ll also get changed.

Haures: Understood. As soon as I’m done, I’ll come get you.

After Haures and I both changed into workout clothes…

We went to the garden and prepared to begin our workout.

Haures: Now then, Aruji-sama. Before we begin exercising, first let’s start with stretching.

Haures: It’s important to warm up our bodies and increase our flexibility to prevent injuries. 

Haures: First, please copy what I do. 1, 2, 3, 4…

> 1, 2, 3, 4…

Haures: Next is the other side. 1, 2, 3, 4…

Haures: Nicely done. Next, please stand back to back with me.

Haures: I’ll slowly lift your body… Please relax.

Haures: Here I go. 1, 2, 3, 4…

> 1-1, 2, 3, 4…

Haures and I diligently stretched our bodies.

It felt nice stretching together, and I felt my body slowly warming up.

Haures: It seems like our bodies are warmed up now. I think it’s about time to start exercising. 

Haures: First, we’ll go through the forest to the lake. The weather now is cool and refreshing.

> I’ll walk! > I’ll run!

Haures: Fufu… The goal is for you to work up a good sweat, so please go at your own pace.

Haures: I’ll be next to you, supporting you. Let’s do our best, Aruji-sama.

> Got it.

Following Haures’s kind words, I began going at my own pace.

Even if it’s just a little, I wanted to show Haures my good side… So, my pace naturally became faster than usual.

-A little later-

Haures: A wonderful pace, Aruji-sama! We’ve already arrived at the lake.

Haures: Let’s take a short break around here. Aruji-sama, please take a seat on this mat.

> T-Thanks…

I was a bit out of breath since I went at a faster pace than usual, but…

Haures prepared a mat for me to sit down on. The breeze passing through the lake was very pleasant.

> It feels so nice…

Haures: Fufu… I’m glad. It was worth taking you here.

Haures: I also pass by the lake often on my runs… The breeze here feels very nice.

Haures: It feels like nature is encouraging me… It makes me think that I have to work even harder.

Haures: But… The one I really want cheering me on is…

Haures: Uhm… Aruji-sama. Can I ask you for a favor?

> What is it?

Haures: Uhm. …Actually, the reason why I took you here today is because…

Haures: In a place with no one else around, I… Want you to cheer me on.

> Cheer…?

Haures: Yes. Usually when I train, especially when I’m doing weight training alone…

Haures: And I’ve hit my limit, and I feel like giving up… Your face always comes to mind.

Haures: If it’s for you, this is nothing… If it’s for you, I can push myself more…

Haures: Whenever I have those thoughts… I think about how much strength I’d get if you were there actually cheering me on…

Haures: I can’t get the thought out of my head.

Haures: Aruji-sama… If it’s alright with you, I’ll start doing weight training, so…

Haures: Could I ask you to stay by me… And cheer me on…?

I don’t know how much of an effect my cheering will have, but…

If this is what Haures wants, then… I’ll do what he asks. 

> Leave it to me, Haures.

Haures: Fufu… thank you.

Haures: In that case… I’ll start training.

Chapter 2

Haures: Haa… Haa…

Haures: Guh… I’m… at my limit…

> You can do it, Haures!

Haures: ……！ Aruji-sama……

Haures: Uohh!!! Not yet…!!

Even though he already did an incredible amount of one-arm pushups… He kept doing more with me cheering him on.

I didn’t want Haures to overdo it, but… Seeing him do his best naturally made my cheers surge forward.

> Haures, you’re doing great!

Haures: Hah, hah, hah… This is nothing…

Haures: I can still… keep going…

-A little later-

Haures: Fuu…… Thank you, Aruji-sama.

Haures: Thanks to you… I’ve broken my record by quite a bit.

Haures: Just as I thought. When someone dear to me is cheering me on… I become stronger than usual.

Seeing Haures so content made cheering for him worth it.

And I… Also wanted Haures to cheer me on.

> Would you cheer for me next?

Haures: Huh…? You mean…?

> I’ll try doing weight training too.

Haures: You will…?

Haures: You must still be tired from the exercise earlier, but… You still want to do more…

Haures: How wonderful. Seeing you so eager… It’s very lovely!

> Thanks.

Haures: I understand. Then let’s get started with something that’ll be suitable for you on this mat.

Haures: …I’ll also give it my all to cheer for you. Let’s do our best together, Aruji-sama.

After that, Haures taught me the correct form, so I don’t hurt myself…

The empty lake was filled with the sound of my voice that I wrung out from my abdomen and Haures’s firm and kind cheers.

-A little later-

Haures: Aruji-sama… Thank you for going along with my selfishness today.

Haures: To think that we’d exercised until the evening… Are you tired?

> Nah, I worked up a good sweat.

Haures: Fufu… I’m glad then.

Haures: Of course, I’m happy to cheer you on, but…

Haures: I’m happier when you cheer me on…

Haures: Maybe.. I’m more suited for a life of being supported by those dear to me.

> I feel like I also tried harder today.

Haures: Fufu. Hearing that makes me very happy.

Haures: Now then… We’ve worked up quite a sweat…

Haures: Let’s take a bath when we return to the mansion. I’ll be your bathing assistant for today.

> You will?

Haures: Yes. I’ve already asked Fennesz in advance.

Haures: I’ll also give you a massage to relax your muscles, so you don’t feel sore tomorrow.

> T-Thanks.

Preparing the bath and a massage… He’s very thorough.

I felt bad since it’s Haures’s birthday. When I honestly told him how I felt… Haures gently smiled at me and then answered me.

Haures: Fufu… It’s the opposite, Aruji-sama. It’s because it’s my birthday that I want to do things for you that I normally can’t.

Haures: Being able to serve you… Makes me happier than anything else.

After returning to the mansion…

Just as Haures suggested, I had a relaxing bath to wash away the sweat…

After getting out of the bath… Haures gently massaged my flushed body.

He humbly said, “I can’t do it as well as Fennesz,” but…

Because my body was tired after working out together… I actually felt a sense of relaxation that I never felt before.

-A little later-

Haures: Aruji-sama. About tonight’s dinner…

Haures: I’m sure you’re already tired, so… Why don’t we have dinner at the mansion?

> At the mansion?

Haures: Yes. Actually, I’ve already asked Lono… The ingredients for tonight’s dinner have already been prepared.

Haures: Everything will be prepared by me… is something I can’t let happen, but… I intend on at least handling the prep work.

> Then let me help too.

Haures: …Fufu I thought you’d say that.

Haures: If it was the usual me… I’d tell you to rest since you’re already tired, but…

Haures: … Like how we exercised together… I’d be happy if just for today, we could cook and have dinner together.

Haures: If the two of us prepare it together… I’m sure it’ll be delicious…

> Yeah, let’s do it together.

Haures: Yes…! Then, to the kitchen.

With that, Haures and I headed towards the kitchen and began to prepare the birthday dinner.

At first, we planned on just doing the prep work and then having Lono cook, but… We started to enjoy it more and more as we cooked, even as we made mistakes…

In the end, we did all the cooking… It took some time to finish, but the two of us enjoyed our dinner.

Haures: Fuu… Thank you for the meal, Aruji-sama.

Haures: Cooking was hard, but… I’m glad we finished eating everything.

Haures: Thanks to your seasoning, even the deformed vegetables that I cut were delicious.

> It’s thanks to both of our hard work.

Haures: Fufu… Yes, you’re right. When I’m with you, I can always do my best no matter what it is.

Haures: Aruji-sama… Thank you for granting my wishes today.

Haures: Even though it’s my birthday… There is no greater happiness than spending such a joyful day with you.

Haures: No doubt I will cherish the memories of today. From now on, every time I do something, I will remember you by my side, cheering me on.

Haures: And each time I do, I will work even harder than before.

Haures: Thanks to today’s memories… I feel closer to you than ever before…

Haures was thanking me, but… I'm actually the one who wants to thank him.

Not just for always being considerate of me, but… For always giving me a happy and fulfilling time.

For this reason, I prepared a present to express my gratitude to him.

> Haures, could you hold out your left hand?

Haures: My left hand…? Alright.

Haures: Here you go, Aruji-sama. Is this alright?

…The way he obediently and quickly held out his hand was just like him.

Looking at his dignified manner, I felt like he’d accept anything. Encouraged by him…

I held out the small box in front of him… And opening the lid, I showed him the ring inside.

> This is for you.

Haures: Huh…? Aruji-sama, this is…

Haures: It’s… a ring? You’re giving it to me…?

> I’ll put it on for you.

I gently took his left hand that he held out and slowly slid the ring onto his pinky finger.

Then… I told him the meaning of the pinky ring that I gifted to him.

I chose this as a birthday present because… I wish for Haures’s everlasting happiness.

A green agate is embedded in the ring. It has the meaning of good health and longevity…

I chose that gemstone because I wish for his mind and body to be stable and harmonious. I explained everything to Haures.

Haures: So this ring has that kind of meaning…

Haures: You’ve thought about me that much…

> Happy birthday, Haures.

Haures: …Thank you, Aruji-sama.

Haures: Today was already an irreplaceable memory, but…

Haures: Thanks to you… I’ve gained another treasure.

Haures: The ring you gave me and your kind feelings… I’ll cherish them for the rest of my life.

Haures: Fufu… At any rate, the amount of wonderful memories are piling up one after another…

Haures: Every year I gain more happy memories… In the past, I could have never imagined living this kind of life…

Haures: But right now… Like this, you’re by my side…

Haures: I can’t imagine having any other life. In the future… I want you to always stay by my side…

Haures: Not as a butler, but… I wish for this from my heart as a man.

Haures: That’s why… Aruji-sama. At your side…

Haures: At the place closest to you… Please let me continue to support you.

> …Of course, Haures.

Just like how Haures supports me… I also want to support him at the place closest to him.

That feeling must have gotten through to Haures. With a relieved smile, he nodded his head in reply.

Then, with affectionate eyes, he gazed at the ring on his pinky finger.

In the distant future… The day may come when we can sit side by side and look back on today.

While imagining a future like that for the two of us… I also kept gazing at his pinky finger.

END

[oqwomyo]

3rd Anniversary. Boschi's card translation.

Part 1.

The day after talking to the butlers of the 2nd floor. After sending carrier pigeons... We decided to rest in Tobilis for a while.

- Tobilis Square -

- One day -

Would you like to go for a walk with me? That's how Boschi invited me... Boschi and I walked along the streets of Tobilis together.

Boschi: If you look at it that way... The atmosphere of the city is very different from the one during the wine festival.

Boschi: There was a huge party going on in the city at that time... But in reality, it's quite a decent town.

You: That's calming.

Boschi: Yes. ...Hm?

You: What's wrong?

Boschi: Nothing... I didn't notice that we had come to a place of nostalgia.

Boschi: Look, here. This is the place where we danced last time we came to Tobilis.

You: Oh, right.

Boschi: ...At that time... Hanamaru was dancing with the children to the point that it was becoming troublesome for him.

Boschi: It was attracting unnecessary attention... I can't believe I was dragged into this too.

You: But it was fun.

Boschi: ...Yeah. That's for sure.

Boschi: Well, sometimes... These things aren't that bad.

At that time... Some familiar children ran up to us.

*Step step step*

Children: Boschi-san and master! Good afternoon!

You: Hello.

Children: Hey, hey, where's Hanamaru~? We want to play!

Boschi: Tch... We're getting dragged into something again.

Boschi: I told you the other day that Hanamaru wasn't coming.

Children: Eh~, are you sure he's not coming? How boring!

Children: Well then, Boschi-san, come play with us instead!

Boschi: ...Hah. I won't do that.

Boschi: As you can see, I'm on a date with the master right now.

You: A date...

Boschi: What is it, Master? Do you have something to say?

You: N-No, forget it...

Boschi: Heh, is that so? Then you don't mind that we're on a date.

Boschi: ...Hey, kids. If you get what I'm saying, then play by yourselves.

Boschi: Time with my master is my priority right now.

Children: Wha~, that's too bad! Well, we didn't expect Boschi-san to agree to play.

Boschi: Then you shouldn't have asked me.

Children: We were just checking! Next time you come, bring Hanamaru!

Boschi: Okay, okay.

Children: Okay, then... Today we're playing tag!

Children: Ahaha! Tag! You're it!

Children: Ah! That's not fair! Stop!

*Step step step*

Boschi: These guys are noisy...

You: They're great.

Boschi: This Hanamaru... He can go and play with the kids.

Boschi: I can't believe they're just running around making so much noise... No amount of physical strength would be enough.

You: Yeah, that looks tough.

Boschi: Well, even so... I don't mind kids having fun.

Boschi: Looking at these guys... It makes me remember when I was a kid.

You: Boschi's childhood?

Boschi: Even when I was a kid... I wasn't that loud, but...

Boschi: When I was a kid... I had fun thanks to my grandmother.

Boschi: Thinking back... I feel relieved somehow.

You: I see.

Boschi: Yeah, childhood memories... They mean a lot to me.

Boschi: Memories of joy and kindness... I'll never forget them.

Boschi: No matter how much time passes... They'll always be there.

You: ...But now you sent the kids away.

Boschi: Heh... Didn't I say that time with Master is my top priority?

Boschi: While I'm hanging out with Master... How can I babysit children?

You: Y-Yeah...

Boschi: Besides... I'm not the kind of adult who can leave them good memories.

Boschi: Let their families and the adults in the city they live in do that.

Boschi: And someday... They'll look back with a smile on the memories those adults left behind...

Boschi: And this city... It will become a home for them, a place they'd want to return to.

You: Their hometown, huh?

Boschi: Yes. The place where they spent their childhood...

Boschi: That's the only reason they're so attached to it.

Boschi: ...Actually, I too...

Boschi: The Western Land, where I spent my childhood... I'm thinking of going back there.

You: The Western Land...

Boschi: I told you the other day, right?

Boschi: A future where we don't have to fight angels...

Boschi: I'll go back to the Western Land and live in nature. I'll live for myself and for what's dear to me.

You: You said that.

Boschi: When I was a child in the Western Land... I was very happy.

Boschi: When I lived with my grandmother... It's not like we had the financial means...

Boschi: I'd be lying if I said it wasn't a struggle.

Boschi: But... Back then, I lived only for myself and my grandmother...

Boschi: It... It was nice.

You: I see...

Boschi: So that grandma could live comfortably... I made a lousy chair...

Boschi: We went to the forest together... She also told me about medicinal herbs and wild plants.

Boschi: ...It's been 300 years already... I still remember it clearly.

You: It's a wonderful memory.

Boschi: Yes... That's right. ...I'll never forget it.

When Boschi remembers his childhood... He smiles happily. When you look at Boschi's happy face... One may think he had a happy childhood. I felt happy too.

Part 2.

The children from Tobilis... They were gone before I realized it. There was no longer the cheerful laughter or running footsteps in the square.

Boschi: When I grew up... Grandma died...

Boschi: As a demon butler, fighting angels... I live by helping others, just like grandma taught me.

Boschi: But for me... Her teaching was the only thing I protected.

Boschi: Fighting angels... I helped those I don't even know.

Boschi: Even from now on... This life will continue for a while.

You: ...That's right.

Boschi: ....

Boschi: But... Once all the angels are defeated, this life will end.

Boschi: When that time comes... I will stop being a devil butler and return to a normal life.

Boschi: Without any connections to the aristocrats... I will live as a man.

Boschi: Just like I once lived with my grandmother...

Boschi: I with my significant other... I'll live... Only for my dear master.

You: Thank you, Boschi.

Boschi: "Thank you"... These are my words.

Boschi: Thank you for coming to this world, master.

Boschi: I never thought about what would happen after I defeated the angels...

Boschi: After meeting you... I began to imagine the future.

Boschi: Before I met master...

....... Of course, I didn't plan to die so easily...

Boschi: I thought that one day, an angel would kill me.

The angel will kill Boschi... I remembered the battle between Boschi and Throne. And... The emotions I felt back then... A chilling fear ran down my spine.

You: ...If Boschi is killed...

Bosch: ...Gosh. What kind of face is that, Master?

Boschi: That expression doesn't suit you. Smile as always.

Boschi: ...Didn't I tell you? I will live for myself and Master.

Boschi: Until that happens... I will not die.

You: ...Uh-huh.

When Boschi saw me nod... He laughed again. And... He gently stroked my head.

Boschi: Sorry for such dark stories.

Boschi: ...I will not leave you. So don't worry.

You: ...I believe you.

Boschi: Yeah... That's good.

Boschi: Someday, I will... When I return to the Western Lands, I will live with Master.

Boschi: Without disturbing anyone... We will live together as we wish.

Boschi: For this... I will do anything.

Boschi: Never again... I will not let go of what is important to me.

Boschi: Having spent my entire life... I will protect Master.

You: ...I will protect Boschi too.

Boschi: Heh... I see.

You: I will grant Boschi's wish.

Boschi: Thank you, Master.

Boschi: ..But......"My wish".

You: Is something wrong?

Boschi: When you say, "My wish"... I might think that I am the only one who wants this.

Boschi: Lately, I have always... I have been saying that I want to live with Master in the Western Lands...

Boschi: Never before have I heard Master say... "I want to go to the Western Lands with you".

You: This...

Boschi: Master. Is this really just my wish?

Boschi: If Master wants the same thing as me... I want to hear it.

Boschi, having said this... He stopped stroking my head and took off the glove from his left hand. And he gently extended his hand to me.

Boschi: Will you come with me? Master.

Boschi: You will not regret it if you choose to live with me.

Boschi: Until the last moment... I will make you happy.

Boschi: Therefore... Choose me.

And I... Without thinking, I took Boschi's hand.

You: I want to go with you.

When I take Boschi's hand... He laughs happily and squeezes it tightly.

Boschi: You are brave, as expected of my master.

Me too, not wanting to lose to Boschi... I squeezed his hand.

You: You will make me happy, won't you?

Boschi: Heh... Of course.

Boschi: Do you think I don't look like a man who can make the people he cares about happy?

You: I have to try, I don't know.

Boschi: Of course you don't.

Boschi: Then... Spend a lot of time with me and find out.

You: Uh-huh...

Boschi will make me happy. With confidence in that... I looked at him.

You: Let's live together, Boschi.

Boschi: Yes... I promise.

Boschi: For that... We need to defeat the angels quickly.

Boschi: One more thing… I suddenly look forward to the future..

Boschi: Living together with Master in the Western Land…

You: How is it to live in the West?

Boschi: That’s right…. Just like before when Master went…

Boschi: The Western Land is rich in nature… A quiet, peaceful place.

Boschi: That’s why… We will live modestly close to nature.

You: Is that so.

Boschi: Hmm… But…

Boschi: For Master… It may be different from the familiar Central Land, so there may be difficulties.

Boschi: In order for Master to feel at ease… I have to think of something.

When I heard Boschi's words… I felt the warmth of our intertwined hands. I felt a strange relief when Boschi was with me. With Boschi by my side… I’m sure I can live anywhere. I thought about it calmly.

You: …Please, always be by my side.

Boschi: Hm?

You: That’s enough for me.

Boschi: …Being close to me is enough, you say.

Boschi: I can’t believe you want something so obvious… Master is selfless.

You: Eh?

Boschi: I… Just being close to you isn’t enough for me.

Boschi: That’s why… I want to always touch Master.

Boschi: Without Master’s warmth, I would feel uneasy… Together forever.

You: ………

Boschi: What is it? Master.

You: Of course, that’s fine with me too.

Boschi: Heh, is that so.

I didn’t want to break our intertwined hands. I wanted to always feel the warmth of Boschi's body. Before I realized it, my head was filled with such thoughts.

Boschi: …It’s not bad to be with a selfless Master who says that being close to me is enough for them, but…

Boschi: A Master who is greedy for me… That’s not bad either.

We held each other’s hands. A future where there are no angels... We will live happily together. While I was thinking about this... I mentally went to the Western Lands.

[oqwomyo]

[Card Story - Flure] A Knight's Oath

i had a request to translate more flure card stories so here you go! thanks again to a friend for sharing this card with me

Chapters 1 & 2

Chapter 1

※ Warning: This butler story contains spoilers for the event story “Butler’s Wedding Party”.

It is recommended to read up to chapter 15 of the event story before reading this.

For lords who are avoiding spoilers, please hit the button in the upper left corner to return.

………

-Several days after the party-

Due to Lato’s suggestion… I would be spending a day with each of the butlers.

Tomorrow is Flure’s turn. Feeling a little restless, I started walking around the mansion.

I noticed Flure’s voice coming from the library.

Flure: …So cool… I want to protect Aruji-sama like that too…

> Flure.

Flure: Uwaah…! Aruji-sama!?

> S-Sorry for scaring you.

Flure: N-No… I’m sorry for being loud.

Flure: I was so focused on this book… I was just surprised.

> What are you reading?

When I asked him… Flure closed the book and set it faced down.

Flure: U-Uhm… It’s a romance novel.

Flure: Uhm… Because of the wedding party… I was just thinking about how nice it is to have a lover…

Flure: So I decided to try reading a romance book.

> Oh, I see.

It must have been really interesting if he was that focused on it…

I turned my attention to the book and noticed the title on the book’s spine.

> “The Knight and the Princess’s Secret Romance”...?

Flure: Ah…!

Flure panicked and tried to hide the book’s spine, but… He quickly gave up and moved his hands away.

> Sorry, was I not supposed to find out…?

Flure: Uhm… No, that’s not it.

Flure: But since this book is… …About a romance between two people with a master-servant relationship…

> Huh?

Flure: ……No… Uhm…

Flure: …I’m just a bit embarrassed…Don’t worry about it.

> O-Okay

Flure: ……U-Uh…

> …What’s the book about?

Flure: It’s… Well, romance is a big part of the story, but…

Flure: The other parts of it are also great.

> Really?

Flure: Yeah. Just as the title says, it’s a love story between a knight and princess, but…

Flure: I really admire the knight’s strength and how he always saves the princess no matter how dangerous it is.

Flure: For example… In the scene where the two of them go to a field of flowers…

Flure: The princess gets attacked by a large group of bandits, and the knight protects her.

Flure: After that he makes an oath to her, “I will continue to protect you for the rest of my life”... He’s so cool…

Flure’s eyes were shining as he spoke. He really seems to admire the knight from the book.

Flure: Hah… I wish I was as cool as him…

> Flure…

Flure fiddled with the book like he was in deep thought. Then, he looked at me as if he had made up his mind.

Flure: Uhm, Aruji-sama…

Flure: If it’s okay with you… Can we go to a flower field together tomorrow?

> A flower field?

Flure: Yes. I thought about it while reading this book.

Flure: About how I want to go to a flower field with you like the knight from this book did.

Flure: Of course… Only if you didn’t have something else you wanted to do, though.

> Let’s go to a flower field.

Flure: Really?

> Yeah.

Flure: Thank you, Aruji-sama.

Flure: I really like the flower field scene…

Flure: I’m not trying to recreate that scene, but… How do I put it…

Flure: I’m very happy that I can go there together with you.

> Is that so?

Flure: …Fufu, well then… I’m gonna reread that scene.

Flure: I’m looking forward to tomorrow.

> Yeah.

Like that, I left the library so that I wouldn’t distract him.

-The next day-

Under the cloudless sky… Flure and I arrived at a flower field deep in the forest.

Flure: Isn’t it a beautiful field, Aruji-sama?

Flure: I’m sure that the field from the book also looked like this.

Flure happily led me to the middle of the field.

I wonder… Just what exactly was that scene like?

> What kind of scene was it?

Flure: Let’s see…

Flure: After the knight protected the princess from the bandits… He makes an oath to her.

> I see.

Flure: Ah, if it’s okay with you…

Flure: Can we recreate that scene now?

> Huh?

Flure: I’ve read that scene countless times, so… I think I can reenact it.

> Really?

Flure: Since we came to a flower field together… I kind of want to try doing it.

Flure: …Is that alright, Aruji-sama?

> Let’s give it a try.

Flure: Fufu… Thank you.

Flure: Then, uhm… I know it’s sudden, but can we start?

> Yeah.

Flure: …Then, here it goes…

Flure: ……Fuu…

Flure: …No matter what the future may hold… I will continue to protect you for the rest of my life.

Flure: More than any dangers we may face…

Flure: A life without you… Is many times more terrifying to me.

Flure: I…

Flure: Lo…Lo……Love….

Flure: ………I… love….

> Flure…?

Flure: ……Sorry, Aruji-sama…

Flure: U-Um… Could you wait a moment…? My face feels… a bit warm.

> Y-Yeah.

At first, he was able to coolly say the oath, but…

Right now, he’s completely red.

And as I thought about the words he was going to say… I felt the heat rising to my face too.

Flure: W-Well, you know… It’s a little embarrassing, isn’t it?

> Y-Yeah, it is…

Flure: …Aruji-sama. You’re blushing.

> …You’re blushing too.

Flure: Y-Yeah… I know…

Flure: ……Fufu. It’s kind of a mess, isn’t it?

Flure: I had it all thought out, but… It’s totally different when you’re right here in front of me.

Flure smiled as he said that, and I found myself smiling too.

After that, we tried several more times to recreate the scene from the book and enjoyed our time together.

Chapter 2

-A little later- 

Flure: In the end… I’m still too embarrassed to say it.

> It’s okay.

Flure: Sorry you had to go along with it so many times.

> I don’t mind.

No matter how many times we tried… Flure wasn’t able to act out the scene to the very end.

Flure: O-Okay… This time I’ll do it for sure.

> You got this.

And so he opened his mouth to speak.

But it was at that moment…

BEEP! BEEP!

> T-The angel siren!?

When I hurriedly turned to look at Flure… The ominous sound of flapping wings resounded throughout the field.

Flap… flap…

Angel: “Die, for the sake of life…”

Flure: A-An angel…!

Flure pulled out his rapier and readied it towards the angel.

Flure: Aruji-sama…! Please release my demon’s powers!

> On it…!

You: “Come, sworn friends of the darkness. I summon thee.”

You: “By the Devil’s Contract, release the powers of Flure.”

Flure: Thank you, Aruji-sama!

Angel: “Die, for the sake of life…”

Clang!!

He stopped the angel’s attack, but… Due to the great force of it, Flure had a grim expression on his face.

Flure: Guh……!

> Flure, are you okay!?

Flure: I’m alright.

Flure: But…

Flure: Even though there are gaps in this angel’s attack… It’s incredibly fast…!

Flure: No matter what, stay by me.

> G-Got it…!

Angel: “Die, for the sake of life…”

Clang! Clang!

Flure skillfully used his rapier to fend off the angel’s attacks.

But the angel continued with its swift attacks.

> Flure…!

Flure: It’s okay…! Don’t worry, Aruji-sama.

Flure: It seems like… This angel isn’t that strong.

Flure: More importantly…

Flure: Aruji-sama, please try to stay as quiet as you can…

Flure: If the angel’s attention turns to you, then you’ll be in danger…!

Instead of replying, I vigorously nodded.

Flure gave me a fleeting glance and smiled reassuringly.

Flure: I… I’ll protect you to the end.

> (You got this, Flure…!)

Angel: “Die, for the sake of life…”

The angel flapped its wings and distanced itself from us.

And then… With incredible force, the angel charged at Flure.

> (Flure!!)

Flure: ……Hah!!

Stab…!!

Flure extended his arm just as the angel came close, and with his rapier, he pierced the angel’s body.

> (A-Amazing…!)

Angel: “D-Die, for… Di…e…”

Angel: ………

Then the angel’s light disappeared.

Flure: ……Hah…

> Flure, are you hurt?

Flure: I’m perfectly fine. Aruji-sama, are you injured?

> I’m okay.

Flure: I see… …I’m glad.

Flure: I…… defeated an angel on my own…

Flure: …I did it somehow… Thank goodness…

> Thanks for protecting me.

Flure: ……Of course.

Flure smiled with great joy.

Then the two of us decided to go back to the mansion to report about the angel.

-A little later-

After we finished giving our report… We decided to go on a walk together in the garden.

Step… step… step…

Flure: Today ended up being tiring.

> Yeah, it was.

Flure: To think we’d be attacked by angels… That was unexpected.

Flure: …And even though it was weak… I managed to defeat an angel by myself…

Flure: I… I was able to protect you…

Flure: …I’m so happy.

Flure: ……Maybe I'm a little too happy, but…

Flure: Just a little; I felt that… I was kind of like the knight from the book.

> You were very cool.

Flure: Aruji-sama…

> Let me say it again… Thank you, Flure.

Flure: I should be the one thanking you… …Thank you for being by my side.

Flure: I couldn’t use my bow since it was too close… Honestly, I was panicking…

Flure: But because you believed in me and trusted me to protect you… It gave me courage.

Flure: ……Maybe the knight from the book…

Flure: Also felt this way.

> Huh?

Flure: No matter who his opponent was… He was able to fight since he had his loved one by his side…

Flure: No matter how dangerous it was… He was able to face it since his loved one believed in him…

Flure: I feel like today I got stronger… because of you.

> Flure…

Flure: Uhm, Aruji-sama…

Flure: If it’s okay with you… Could we try to recreate that scene again right now?

Flure: I think… I’m brave enough to do it now.

> Yeah… I don’t mind.

Flure: Fufu… Thank you.

Flure: Then…

Flure: …No matter what the future may hold… I will continue to protect you for the rest of my life.

Flure: More than any dangers we may face…

Flure: A life without you… Is many times more terrifying to me…

Flure: I…

Flure: ……Towards (Name)-sama, I…

> (He called me by name…)

Flure: You’re special and dear to me… More so than anyone else.

Flure: …As your butler, this isn’t appropriate, but…

Flure: These feelings… I believe…… it’s “love”.

> L-Love…? > You mean…

Flure: I will always continue to protect you, so…

Flure: Believe in me and…

Flure: Please allow me to protect you.

> F-Flure…

Flure: ……O-Or something like that…

Flure: S-Sorry… I got a bit carried away…

> What you said just now…

Flure: …I couldn’t say the lines from the book word for word, so… I changed it a little.

As he said this with a blush on his face, Flure looked at me.

Flure: Aruji-sama… We were just doing a reenactment, but…

Flure: ……Everything I said… Those are my true feelings.

He gave me a reassuring smile while still blushing… And I felt my heart beat grow louder.

I wasn’t able to say it out loud, but Flure is way cooler than the knight from the book…

The two of us, with our faces bright red, locked eyes with each other.

END

[oqwomyo]

3rd Anniversary. Bellen's card translation.

Part 1.

 

Some time after the audience with Mr. Elboa… In the ancient forest village… We decided to take a rest.

 

- Ancient Forest Village –

 

One day… I was walking together with Belen in the village.

 

Bellen: Ancient forest… It’s a beautiful place, rich in nature.

Bellen: Maybe it’s the purity of the air… I feel like I can become healthier just by breathing.

Bellen: Master, do you think so too?

 

You: Of course, I understand you a little.

 

Then… A voice, that sounded like a sob, was heard from somewhere.

 

Ancient Forest Residents: Sob… Sob… Ugh…

 

You: Someone… is crying?

 

 

Bellen: …It looks like they are. Besides, it looks like there’s more than one person crying.

Bellen: I'm worried... Can we go and see?

 

You: Yeah.

 

Bellen: I hear voices from the other side.

 

We walked in the direction where the crying was coming from.

 

*Step step step*

If you follow the sound of the crying... You can see the villagers gathered. And in the middle... The ancient people, motionless as if sleeping, were lying in a coffin.

 

You: This is...

 

Belen: ……….

 

Aro: Ah, Bellen-san, Name-san.

Chenoa: Good afternoon.

 

You: Hello...

 

Aro: Why are you two here?

Bellen: While walking around the village, we heard a voice... We were curious, so we came to see you.

Bellen: This is... A funeral, right?

Aro: Yes... A villager died yesterday.

Aro: So now... We are burying him, returning him to the earth.

Aro: In the Western Land, when dead people are buried in the ground...

Aro: They return to the ground... And they say that they become forest spirits and watch over people.

 

You: I see...

 

The ancient people placed flowers in the coffin. The person who slept in the coffin looked very young.

 

Villager: Sob... Sob... Dad...

Bellen: Dad?

Aro: Yes... This baby is his child.

Bellen: I see... People in the ancient forest, it seems, do not know how old they are.

Aro: For us, people of the ancient forest... Physical growth stops at a certain point...

Aro: Who is an adult and who is a child... Knowing who is who can be difficult for people who come from other lands.

Now that I think about it… When I visited the Western Land with the basement butlers… Miyaji explained that the ancient people's growth stops halfway through their lives. And… Also that they don't live long.

 

Villager: Sob… Sob… Uuugh…

Bellen: ……….

Bellen: ….I want to pick flowers.

Bellen: I want to mourn him too. I don't know anything about him, but…

Bellen: When he becomes a forest spirit… I want him to continue watching over everyone.

Aro: Thank you, Bellen-san. I'm sure he'll be happy too.

Bellen: Then… Master, I'm sorry, but can I ask you to give me some time?

 

You: I'll go pick flowers with you too.

 

Bellen: No, it's okay. Master, rest here.

Bellen: I'll pick some for Master too and come back.

Bellen: Be a good child and wait for me here.

 

You: …Okay, be careful.

 

Bellen: Yes. Then I'll go.

Chenoa: Bellen-san. If there are flowers, they'll be blooming over there.

Bellen: Thank you. I'm going.

 

And Bellen left me... He went to look for flowers.

 

- A few minutes later -

 

Bellen said he'd be back soon, but... He took longer than we expected.

 

Aro: I wonder how far Bellen-san went to pick flowers?

Chenoa: Is he having trouble finding flowers?

Chenoa: I said where the flowers were… But they were probably all picked by now…

Aro: Hm~m… There were a lot of flowers in other places…

Aro: After everyone picked them all… I’m not so sure about that anymore…

 

You: I’m a little worried…

 

Chenoa: I agree… I don’t think anything happened, but…

 

You: I’ll go look for Bellen.

 

Aro: Oh, okay.

Aro: We’ll be here… If anything happens, don’t hesitate to reach for us.

Chenoa: Be careful and don’t go too far into the forest.

 

Thanks to Aro and the others… I’m going to look for Bellen.

 

*Step step step*

 

I walked into the forest in the direction Bellen was going. And soon… I found him near the bushes.

 

Bellen: ………

Part 2.

 

Bellen holds a flower in his hand… He has a bit of a gloomy expression.

 

Bellen: …….

Bellen: …..Hah.

 

You: Bellen, are you okay?

 

Bellen: Wha…

Bellen: Master, you scared me.

Bellen: Why are you here…. Did you come for me?

 

You: You haven’t returned for a long time.

 

Bellen: I see… It seems like I made you worry.

Bellen: Sorry, Master. Are you feeling lonely?

Bellen: I can’t believe it’s been so long… I was so caught up in the flowers that I didn’t notice how quickly time passed.

Bellen: Then… Let’s go back to the village together?

 

You: You sighed a while ago…

 

Bellen: Sighed..?

Bellen: Ah… Did you hear…

 

You: Something happened?

 

Bellen: Hmm~m…

Bellen: If I continue to worry Master like this… It won’t be good.

Bellen: …To be honest, seeing the funeral earlier… I remembered Mr. Goetia’s death.

Bellen: Surrounding the motionless Mr. Goetia… Everyone was crying.

Bellen: …People’s death… People are saddened when they see it…

Bellen: …I still can’t get used to it.

Bellen: Even if someone who has nothing to do with me died… My chest tightens.

 

You: So that’s it…

 

Bellen: …Oh, I’m sorry.

Bellen: I wanted you to stop worrying, but… Hearing that made you even more worried, right?

Bellen: I’m fine. Don’t worry.

 

If he doesn’t like funerals... Maybe he doesn’t have to force himself to come back. Why not just give Aro-san the flowers and go somewhere else? Having thought so, I decided to tell my thoughts to Belen.

You: If it's hard, then don't force yourself...

 

Bellen: ...No. I want to mourn properly too.

Bellen: I'll come back and give flowers.

 

You: Is that so... Okay.

 

And we... We're back for the funeral.

 *Step step step*

 

Aro: Bellen-san, Name-san. Welcome back.

Chenoa: You were so late... Did something happen?

Bellen: We're back. Sorry for making you worry.

Bellen: I wanted to pick the most beautiful flowers... I took my time choosing, and it seems like too much time has passed.

Bellen: Thanks to Master who came... I made my choice.

Aro: Heh... I can't believe you care so much about the beauty of flowers... Bellen-san, you're really kind.

Bellen: That's not true. In fact, I'm sorry for making you wait.

Bellen: If Master hadn't come... I might not have returned yet...

Bellen: Thank you for coming for me, Master.

 

You: Y-Yeah.

 

Bellen: So... Then...

Bellen: Right away... Can we lay flowers?

Chenoa: Yes. We haven't laid anything yet, so let's go together.

 

Approaching the coffin... We carefully laid the flowers.

 

Bellen: ………

Bellen: Rest in peace...

 

Bellen closes his eyes and prays silently. The way he prayed earnestly for the stranger... I felt his kindness. Like Bellen, I close my eyes... I offer my prayers straight from the heart.

 

You: (Please watch over everyone.)

 

Bellen: ……..

Bellen: …..Master...

Bellen: …….Heh...

 

And... After praying, we decided to leave the burial site.

 

- A little later -

 

After saying goodbye to Aro-san and Chenoa-san… Bellen and I were walking in the forest together.

 

Bellen: ……..

 

You: …Belen, does it still hurt?

 

Bellen: …No, everything is fine.

Bellen: …If I say that, it will only make you more worried.

Bellen: Sorry, Master. I am really fine.

 

You: Is that so…

 

Bellen: Uh-huh.

Bellen: …..

Bellen: Fufu… Master, why are you looking like that?

Bellen: You are so worried… Master is a truly kind person.

 

You: I think it is natural.

 

Bellen: That is not true.

Bellen: Getting close to another person’s heart… You pray earnestly even for a stranger.

Bellen: It is not natural… Master is a special and wonderful person.

Bellen: Because there's such a kind person by our side... I think that's what saved the hearts of all the butlers.

 

You: All the butlers..?

 

Bellen: Because... The devil butlers are hated all over the world... People say terrible things, don't they?

Bellen: No matter how much we risk our lives to save people... We'll still be despised.

Bellen: Even thinking about it... It's too painful.

Bellen: But everyone... They have Master they care about.

Bellen: Every time something happens... We have Master who worries about us and is grateful to us.

Bellen: The existence of such a person... I'm sure it's a support for everyone.

 

You: I wish it were like that...

Bellen: Fufu... Be confident, master.

Bellen: It's been a while since I met Master...

Bellen: When I'm with Master... I think I can understand what other butlers feel..

Bellen: Without realizing it... I feel like I'm starting to be drawn to such a wonderful Master.

 

You: Eh?

 

Bellen: I want to protect this person… There’s a certain charm about Master that I can’t help but think about.

Bellen: Strong and kind… Such a sweet Master.

Bellen: I’m so lucky to have met such a person.

 

You: Um… Thank you.

 

Bellen: … Fufu. Master, your face is turning red.

Bellen: Did I make you flustered?

 

After saying that… Belen gently stroked my head.

 

Bellen: There, there …

Bellen: Master really is a very sweet child.

 

You: …Are you teasing me?

 

Bellen: I would never. That’s not true.

Bellen: I’m not saying that as a joke.

Bellen: I’m glad I met you, Master… I’d be happy if we could be together forever.

Bellen: I really think so.

 

Bellen looks at me with kind eyes. I couldn’t… I looked away.

 

Bellen: …Listen, master.

 

You: What is it?

 

Bellen: Remember what I told you about the future the other day?

Bellen: After all the angels disappear… What would I like to do?

 

You: Yes, I remember.

 

Bellen: As I told you then… There are many things I would like to do.

Bellen: I want to open an orphanage, and I want to open a bar. I would also like to travel.

Bellen: And…

Belen: If Master was here… I’m sure it would be more fun.

 

You: Bellen …

Bellen: If I had said that when we first met… It would have caused you problems.

Bellen: But… I seriously think so.

Bellen: The future with master… I want to see it.

Bellen: What about you, master?

You: I...

Bellen: ....

Bellen: ...Fufu. Okay, it seems you're very confused.

Bellen: There's no need to answer now.

When Bellen said that... He gently touched my lips with his index finger.

Bellen: Confused and lost... And when you find unwavering feelings within you...

Bellen: Tell me.

Bellen: I... Will accept any answer.

You: (...Truly any answer..?)

Seeing my confused face... Bellen winks at me mischievously.

Bellen: ...Well, of course...

Bellen: In order to get the answer I desire... I'll do my best.

Bellen: From now on... Let's spend a lot of time together, Master.

Bellen strokes my head again. His gentle and sweet smile... I imagined a future with him.

[oqwomyo]

Butler's wedding party. Berrien's card translation.

Part 1.

- Devil's Palace Butlers' Room on the First Floor -

- After the Party -

Berrien: (Fufu... Today was a very fun day.)

Berrien: (Master and the butlers... Everyone was smiling and looking happy...)

Berrien: (I wish this could last forever... This day made me think so.)

Berrien: (Aside from the party...)

Berrien: (Master set days when they would spend with each of the butlers ...)

Berrien: (We... We are really lucky to have such kind Master.)

Berrien: (So, immersing ourselves in happiness is great, but...)

Berrien: (How should I spend the day with Master... I need to start making plans.)

Berrien: (That's right... I'm happy to entertain Master as always...)

Berrien: (A little... Can I be a little selfish?)

- Devil's Palace Garden -

- Later-

A few days have passed since the party... The day that Berrien and I will spend together has arrived. We are lucky with the weather... Today is quite cool for June, and the sun is pleasant. On such a day, Berrien and I... We enjoyed afternoon tea in the garden.

Berrien: Master. Thank you for allowing me, as a butler, to be with you.

Berrien: "Having a tea party with Master" is... As a butler, it was selfish of me..

Berrien: The fact that this is happening... I am very happy.

You: I am also happy to have tea with you.

- Thank you for inviting me.

Berrien: I feel relieved hearing these words.

Berrien: Master. Please enjoy this day.

After saying this, Berrien smiled happily.

Berrien: Fufu, besides...

Berrien: Master and I are having a tea party as a "continuation of the wedding party"... I have never been so happy.

Berrien: Perhaps Master already knows...

Berrien: Drinking tea with people close to me... This is very important to me.

You: We talked about this a little in Caliste.

Berrien: Yes. We talked about marriage in Caliste.

Berrien: "While married, I will drink tea with my partner every day"... I said that.

Berrien: And... This thought has not changed since then.

Berrien: Drinking tea with my family... Spending quiet time with dear people...

Berrien: This attitude will never change.

After saying that, Berrien... He looked straight at me.

Berrien: Therefore... Thank you, Master.

Berrien: I'm sure more than Master can imagine...

Berrien: I... Master has made me so happy.

You: B-Berrien...

Berrien: Fufu, oh my... I've said too much.

Berrien: Master. Thank you for listening to my feelings.

Berrien: Now, shall we continue...? Shall we enjoy tea?

Berrien: Tea and sweets... Please enjoy them as much as you like.

You: Uh-huh...

I followed Berrien's recommendation and... I reached for the tea stand. A three-tiered stand designed to hold sandwiches, scones, and cream puffs... There are many sweets on it. Delicious-looking cross-section sandwiches and even scones... The custard buns look delicious too.

You: Everything looks so delicious.

- I kind of want to eat it all.

Berrien: Fufu... Do you think so?

Berrien: If you say so... Then it was worth all my efforts.

You: Did Berrien make all of this?

Berrien: Yes.

Berrien: Tea party with Master... I prepared treats for it.

Berrien: Sometimes... I want to please Master with some home-made cakes of mine too.

You: Thank you for the wonderful treats.

Berrien: Fufu... I appreciate your kind words, but there's no need to thank me.

Berrien: I just wanted Master to enjoy our tea party.

You: Still, thank you.

- I'll try the food made by Berrien.

Having said that, I... I tried Berrien's food. His treats were even tastier than they seemed... A smile couldn't help but spread across my face. When Berrien saw me like this... He laughed softly.

You: What is it, Berrien?

Berrien: No, it's nothing. But...

You: But..?

Berrien: My treats made Master smile... I am happy.

Berrien: Master is smiling... And the reason for that smile is me...

Berrien: I am so happy... It can't be helped.

Still looking at me... Berrien narrowed his eyes affectionately.

Berrien: And to be honest...

Berrien: I... I love Master's smile.

Berrien: But, Master who laughs...

Berrien: ...They are the cutest of all.

You: B-Berrien...

As he said that... Berrien continued to look at me with a calm expression. Because of of his smile, from which one can feel an enveloping kindness... My heart could not remain calm any longer.

Part 2.

- A little later-

After that, we continued drinking tea... The tea stand was also empty. Then Berrien stood up from his seat... He said, "At last, I have prepared a special dessert." He headed to the kitchen of the mansion.

*Step step*

Berrien: Master. Sorry for the wait.

Berrien: Since our tea party is coming to an end... I have brought a special dessert.

After saying that, Berrien carefully... Placed the dessert in the center of the table. And on the plate... There was a whole cake with fruits on top.

You: It looks delicious..!

Hearing my expression... Berrien sighed in relief and rubbed his chest.

Berrien: I'm glad... It seems like you liked it.

You: It is impossible for me not to like it.

Berrien: Thank you very much.

Berrien: Master always... Says kind words to me...

Berrien: You liked the cake immediately after seeing it... It's a special joy.

You: Is that so?

Berrien: Yes. But this cake...

Berrien: I made it based on my memories with Mr. Goetia.

You: Memories with Mr. Goetia?

Berrien: Yes.

When Berrien said that... There was a hint of nostalgia in his eyes.

Berrien: Master already knows... When I was young...

Berrien: Mr Goetia... I was throwing a party for my father for his "wedding anniversary."

Berrien: One of the treats I made back then... Was a fruit cake.

Berrien: When Mr. Goetia's wife was still alive... As a couple, they ate cake for their anniversary...

Berrien: Remembering that situation... I made a cake for the celebration back then.

You: Is that so...

Berrien: Yes... They're just memories now.

Berrien: Unlike the cakes you can buy in Espoir today... I use buttercream instead of whipped cream...

Berrien: Because... I used to make them back then too.

Berrien: And now, looking at this cake...

Berrien: Since the day I was little... It really feels like a long time has passed.

You: Berrien...

Berrien looks at the cake with a somewhat lonely expression... When I called him, he laughed softly.

Berrien: That's why I...

Berrien: I was happy that you liked this cake from my memories.

Berrien: Memories of days long gone by and people I cherish now... They seem to be connected.

Berrien: This... It gave me a strange but warm feeling.

Berrien closed his eyes... He spoke to me gently.

Berrien: Master, this cake... Would you like to eat it with me?

Berrien: While enjoying delicious tea and cake... We will continue our tea party.

You: Of course, Berrien.

- Let's continue our tea party.

Berrien: Fufu... Thank you, Master.

Berrien: Then... Let me cut the cake.

Berrien sat on the chair and... With experienced hands, he cut the cake into equal pieces.

Berrien: Hmm... If you cut it like this, it will be large but equal pieces...

Berrien: That's right... Then, let's do it like this.

Berrien said it without hesitation... He handed me a plate with a large piece.

Berrien: Fufu... ♪ This way, Ms.Strawberry will be happy too.

You: B-Berrien...

Berrien: Oya..? What is it, master?

You: Even if Ms.Strawberry is happy...

- I can't take that much.

Berrien: Don't worry about me.

Berrien: This big and delicious-looking strawberry...I want Master to eat it.

Berrien: That's why...Here you go. ♪

Berrien speared the strawberry with his fork...And then he brought it to my mouth.

You: ...Eh?

Berrien: Master. Come on, open your mouth.

Berrien: Master is a kind person...So you won't shy away and will eat the strawberry, right?

Berrien: That's why...I'll use my own hands to make Master say "ah".

Berrien: That way...Master will definitely eat the strawberry...

Berrien: Then I'll be happy too.

You: Uh...

Seeing my confusion...Berrien moved even closer.

Berrien: Come on, Master...Don't be shy about enjoying it.

Berrien: Let's go, ah~m...♪

You: A-Am...

Unable to refuse happy Berrien... I opened my mouth wide.

Berrien: Fufu... Master, is it delicious?

You: Y-Yummy...

Berrien: I see... It's good.

Berrien: Such a big and red strawberry... I thought it should be delicious.

Berrien: That's why... I wanted Master to eat it.

You: Oh...

Seeing my embarrassment at being forced to eat the strawberry... Berrien laughed happily.

Berrien: Fufu... Maybe Mr.Goetia's wife felt that way too.

You: Mr. Goetia's wife..?

- Father's wife..?

Berrien: Yes.

Berrien: When I was young, Mr. Goetia...

Berrien: They were a married couple... I asked how they spent their "wedding anniversaries."

Berrien: At that time... Mr.Goetia's wife was feeding him strawberries from her hand... It was something like that.

Berrien: Saying that, father...

Berrien: "Why was my wife so happy at that time"... Father had a thoughtful expression.

Saying that, Berrien chuckled.

Berrien: I have never seen father's wife, but...

Berrien: Now... I understand her feelings very well.

Berrien: Because... Just now, I did something similar with Master...

Berrien: I was able to see cute Master eating strawberries from my hand.

Saying that, Berrien... He narrowed his eyes again as he looked at me.

Berrien: I love Master's smile...

Berrien: But Master's expression before... It was beautiful too.

You: B-Berrien...

Berrien looked at me with a dreamy look.

Berrien: That's why, Master...

Berrien: On the cake I made... There are also strawberries...

Berrien: Do you want more?

Berrien: If Master wants... I'll give you as many as you want.

Berrien's eyes looked like... he was having a happy dream. When he looked so happy, I couldn't refuse... I asked for another strawberry.

You: Can I ask for another one?

Berrien: Yes... As many as Master wants.

Berrien again... He brought the strawberry to my mouth. His smile looked happy. Moreover, it was warm.

You: ...I love Berrien's smile too.

Berrien: Uh...

His eyes widened in surprise... I put the strawberry in my mouth. As I savored the sweetness of the strawberry... Berrien's cheeks slowly turned red.

Berrien: Master...

Berrien: Fufu... I'm happy.

Berrien: I like Master's smile... If Master likes my smile too...

Berrien: As long as we're together, we'll always smile...

When Berrien said that... His expression softened. I was enchanted by his smile... My cheeks also turned slightly red.

[oqwomyo]

Butler's wedding party. Haures' card translation.

Part 1.

- Devil's Palace Garden -

- A Few Days After the Party -

*Step step step*

Haures: Tomorrow is finally the day I can spend time alone with Master...

Haures: Fufu... This will be fun. Being alone with Master after a wedding-style party...

Haures: In a way, it's like a vacation with family...

Haures: ...Oh my god, what am I saying... Phew... I'm excited.

Haures: I'm a butler... Moreover, I'm a leader who should set an example for other butlers.

Haures: I should always try to act like a butler.

Haures: Alright. After that, I need to check the plans for tomorrow again.

Haures: I need to make careful preparations so I can have a great time with Master. In the morning, we'll head to town by carriage...

Haures: ...Huh? This is...

***

When I was walking in the garden... I noticed Haures crouched down, looking at the flowers. He seemed lost in thought. Even when I approached him, he didn't seem to notice.

You: Haures, what is it?

Haures: Eh...? Ah, Master...

Haures: My apologies. I didn't notice you...

You: You were looking at the flowers.

Haures: Yes... It looks like Ammon planted some new varieties.

Haures: These flowers seemed familiar to me... I couldn't help but stare at them.

You: What kind of flowers are these?

Haures: No... In fact, I don't even know their names...

Haures: When my sister was little... I distinctly remember her giving me a flower just like this.

You: Lady Tricia...

Haures: Yes. It happened when she was very little.

Haures: Oops... Sorry. I talk too much about myself...

Haures: Master. Tomorrow is the day we'll spend time together.

Haures: If you don't mind, I'd like to show you around the city using the plan I prepared.

Haures: Do you have any requests, Master?

You: As long as we're together, I'm fine.

- I'll leave it up to Haures.

Haures: Heh... Okay.

Haures: As Master's butler... I'll do my best to make sure you enjoy this day.

Haures: Well then, Master. I have some preparations to make, so please excuse me.

You: Uh-huh, I'll be looking forward to it.

Haures: Thank you. Then...

Haures bowed to me, and then... He left after looking at the flowers once more.

That night... I was planning to go to bed early to prepare for tomorrow... Suddenly, Haures came to my room.

Haures: My apologies, Master. Forgive me for visiting so late.

You: What happened? Haures.

Haures: Yeah, to be honest... We were planning to go to the city tomorrow, but...

Haures: The plans have changed a bit. Could you please spend some time with me at the mansion?

As long as I can spend time with Haures, I don't care where I am, but...

You: Okay, but what happened?

The reason why he changed his mind... It was bothering me.

Haures: Uh... To be honest...

Haures: Looking at the flowers during the day... I mentioned that I remembered a moment from the past.

You: It was about Tricia.

Haures: Yeah. Actually, these memories...

Haures: This flower is from my sister... I remembered her asking me to marry her.

You: M-marry..?

Haures: Yes. Of course, Tricia was just a baby then...

Haures: She didn't really understand the meaning of that word... I think she was just imitating what she saw in a picture book.

Haures: ...Still, she loved me as an older brother... She made that clear...

Haures: It was so touching to see her express her love so sincerely... I was happy.

Haures: Remembering how I felt back then... I thought about it.

Haures: Sometimes, in order to make the other person happy... It's important to express your feelings...

You: To be honest about your feelings...

Haures: Yes... When I was thinking about it... I decided to change the plan.

Haures: That's all I can say for now. This story will continue tomorrow...

Haures: Well then, Master, I apologize. Have a good rest today.

You: O-Okay...

After Haures left... I repeated his words in my head many times. "To make another person happy, it may be important to honestly express your feelings." While I was thinking about these words... I didn't notice how I fell asleep.

Part 2.

- Devil's Palace Room -

The next morning... I was in my room, waiting for Haures to come get me.

Haures: Master. I've come.

You: Come in.

Haures: Good afternoon, Master.

Haures: Sorry for the wait. It took me longer than I expected to prepare.

You: Don't worry.

Haures: I see... Thank you for understanding.

Haures: Then, Master. As I said yesterday...

Haures: I'd like you to spend time with me in the mansion today. And what we... will be doing...

Haures: Master. Is it okay if we go to the garden?

You: The garden?

Haures: Yes. There's something... That I'd like to give to Master.

When Haures said that... His eyes were as serious as yesterday. When I looked at those eyes... Without asking why, I would follow him to the garden.

You: Okay, Haures.

Haures: Thank you.

Haures: Then... Let's go.

Being a little nervous... I went to the garden with Haures.

- Devil's Palace Garden -

- A few minutes later -

After we arrived at the garden... Haures asked me to wait. He said that he would bring what he wanted to give me. I glanced at the flowers that Haures was looking at yesterday. The flowers that brought back memories to Haures... The pale petals leave a beautiful impression.

You: Beautiful flowers...

When I thought about it... I heard a voice behind me.

???: Heh... Does Master think so too?

When I stood up and looked around... Haures was standing there holding a bouquet of flowers. The one tied with a ribbon... They were the same flowers we saw. Although I was confused... I couldn't help but sigh at the beauty of the bouquet.

You: How beautiful...

Haures: Fufu... Thank you, Master.

Haures: It seems Master liked it... I feel relieved.

Haures: It's just a bouquet of wildflowers, so it may not be as colorful as the flowers that are used for gifts, but...

Haures: In order to convey the feelings of the precious Master... I thought these flowers would be perfect.

Haures raised his head... And turned to me with a serious expression.

Haures: This may not be the appropriate choice of words for a butler, but... Please allow me to say it this way.

Haures: ...I love you, Master.

Haures: You have a kind and beautiful heart... The fact that I serve you...

Haures: I will always be proud of it.

You: Haures...

If you look... Haures' eyes were serious.

Haures: Master. If you can, I beg you...

Haures: This bouquet of flowers contains my feelings... Could you accept it?

Haures: To me, you are... Such an important person.

Haures: If Master wishes, I will...

Haures: Forever and ever... I promise to always be with you.

Haures handed me the bouquet. His eyes showed his incredible sincerity... I could feel his trust in me. When I received the bouquet of flowers he gave me... I took a step closer to him.

You: Likewise, take care of me from now on.

- I promise, Haures.

Haures: Master...

When I answered... Haures finally relaxed his face. His expression was completely different from before, with a calm smile on his face... And a feeling of comfort spread across my chest. Looking at me... Haures also narrowed his eyes happily.

- Devil's Palace Room -

- Later -

To decorate the room with a bouquet of flowers... Haures and I returned to the mansion.

Haures: Master. I'll bring a vase.

Haures: I'm thinking of decorating the room with the flowers I gave you earlier... Is that okay?

You: Sure.

Haures: Okay. Then I'll do it.

After saying that... Haures untied the ribbon and took off the wrapping of the bouquet. And the untied bow... Haures looked at it as if he wanted to say something.

You: Is there something wrong with the bow?

Haures: Ah... No, nothing.

Haures: But, um... The bouquet took so long to wrap...

Haures: However, it can be unwrapped in an instant... I was thinking about that.

You: Maybe this bouquet...

- Has Haures wrapped it?

Haures: Yeah... Honestly, that's it.

Haures: I'm not very good with my hands... I wanted to ask Ammon to wrap this bouquet, but...

Haures: In the end... Although I failed many times, I wrapped it myself.

Haures: Wrapping the flowers with someone else's hands to convey my feelings to the master... It felt wrong.

You: Is that so...

Haures: Yeah. I'm just ashamed of how clumsy I am.

You: That's not true.

- Thank you for doing this for me.

Haures: Master... Thank you.

Hearing my words... Haures smiled happily. But that smile... As Haures began to arrange the flowers in the vase, his expression gradually began to darken.

Haures: Um... Trimming the stems a bit to fit the vase...

He was having a hard time handling the flowers... I could tell he was taking it seriously. His awkward sincerity... I felt so happy.

You: ...Hey, Haures.

Haures: Yes. Master, what is it?

I took one of the flowers he gave me... I extended both my hands to him.

You: I love you too.

- Haures is important to me too.

Haures: ...!

Haures closed his eyes, and then... He blushed a little.

Haures: Fufu... Thank you, Master.

Haures: I got to meet such a wonderful person... I'm happy.

Haures: And, this... I feel a little embarrassed to say this myself, but...

Haures: I... I'm happy that Master thinks of me as someone important.

Haures looked at me... He narrowed his eyes in a friendly manner.

Haures: Um, Master... My plans for today...

Haures: When we drink tea together... Can we rest together?

Haures: I want to calm down and talk about various things with Master.

Haures: Like talking about memories...

You: What about the future?

Haures: Fufu, yeah. I think it would be fun to talk about it.

Haures: Master, please... Let's continue to be together forever.

Haures: Master is more important than anyone... I will make you happy like no one else...

After saying that... Haures carefully took the flower I offered him. This flower in his hands... It became bright and delicate.

[oqwomyo]

Wish upon a black rabbit. Yuhan's card translation

Part 1.

We achieved our goal of catching a black rabbit... So for the next few days... We decided to stay in Lapan.

- Lapan Hotel -

One day... Yuhan came to my room.

Yuhan: Master. It's already evening, do you have any plans?

You: Not at all.

Yuhan: That's good. Then...

Yuhan: Do you want to go to a rabbit cafe with me?

You: A rabbit cafe?

Yuhan: We received information about black rabbits from the owner the other day... It's that shop.

Yuhan: A while ago... It seems like a black rabbit was born in that shop...

Yuhan: I'd like to go see it with Master.

You: Okay then.

Yuhan: Fufu, then... Let's get ready for the cafe.

You: Uh-huh.

- Lapan Rabbit Cafe -

- A little later -

When we entered the cafe... We decided to talk to the granny who ran the cafe.

Yuhan: Good evening, Granny.

Grandma: Oh, it's you. Good evening.

You: Good evening.

Yuhan: We heard that a baby rabbit was born in this cafe...

Yuhan: Can we see the cub?

Grandma: Mm? Oh, yeah, I don't mind.

Grandma: I owe you a lot. Consider this my gratitude and watch as much as you like.

You: Thank you very much.

Grandma led us to the rabbit yard behind the café.

Yuhan: They aren't kept in the café, are they?

Grandma: Yes, I keep all the babies in this yard.

Grandma: There are a lot of rabbits in the yard... Don't step on them.

You: Okay.

Grandma: Oh... This little one closer to you. Look, it's him.

Grandma picked up the rabbit that was sitting close to the entrance of the yard.

Yuhan: ...This is... So cute.

Grandma: This baby was born only 2 weeks ago.

Grandma: Rabbits grow up quickly.

Grandma: To see a rabbit of this size... You guys are very lucky.

After saying that...Grandma carefully gave the rabbit to Yuhan.

Grandma: Take care of this little one.

Yuhan: Yes. Thank you very much.

Grandma: Well... Then I'll get back to work.

Grandma: When you're done, call me.

Yuhan: Okay.

*Step step step*

Yuhan: Fufu... Such soft and fluffy fur.

Yuhan holds the rabbit in his hands and... Gently strokes it.

Yuhan: Master, would you like to hold this little one?

You: Yeah.

Yuhan: Then... Please sit here.

Yuhan allowed me to sit on the wooden stool in the yard.

You: Thank you.

Yuhan: I'll put the rabbit on your lap.

After saying that... Yuhan gently put the rabbit on my lap.

Yuhan: He doesn't run away and seems to be a very quiet little rabbit.

You: So cute.

Yuhan: I agree.

Yuhan: Fufu... We are very lucky to be able to be with such a cute rabbit like this.

Yuhan: When I arrived in Lapan City... I would like the master to have a special memory.

You: Thank you, Yuhan.

Yuhan: Fufu... You don't need to thank me.

Yuhan: On the contrary, I saw master with the rabbit... That's a special memory for me.

Yuhan: The little rabbit is certainly very cute...

Yuhan: But the master who holds one in their arms... They're even cuter.

You: Um...

Yuhan: Fufu... To be the only one who can witness such a scene...

Yuhan: I am a very lucky man.

You: Yuhan...

Then... Up until now, the little rabbit was looking at us... As if wanting to be pampered, it rolled over in my lap.

You: Cu... Cute...

Yuhan: Oya oya. To be able to capture the master's gaze in an instant...

Yuhan: Looks like I have a rival.

After saying that, Yuhan smiled softly at the rabbit. And, as if tempted by that smile... The other rabbits gathered around us.

You: Do you all want me to pet you?

Yuhan: Fufu... It seems so.

Yuhan: When their heads are pressed to your fingers like that... You can't help but pet them.

Yuhan: Really... They ask to be petted so nicely that I kind of want to be like them.

You: Eh?

I tried to ask Yuhan what he meant, but... He was like "I didn't say anything"... Yuhan was calmly petting the rabbit... I pretended I didn't hear anything.

- A little later -

While we were having fun surrounded by rabbits... A boy came into the store crying, holding a rabbit in his arms.

Boy: Uu... Uu... What should I do..!

Boy: Grandma! Grandma! Kuro... Save Kuro..!

Yuhan: Oya... What happened?

Boy: Kuro... Kuro...

Boy: Hey, where's Grandma? I need to show her Kuro right now.

Boy: Grandma..! Grandma..!

You: Grandma is in the store now...

*Step step step*

Grandma: I thought it was noisy in the yard, so I came... What happened?

You: Ah, Grandma!

Boy: Uu... Uu... Kuro... He hasn't moved much for a long time...

Boy: Please, Grandma... Check on Kuro.

Grandma: ...Did Kuro eat well this morning?

Boy: He hasn't eaten... He's lost his appetite lately...

Boy: I was able to feed him shredded carrots before... But not a single bite today...

Grandma: Is that so..?

Boy: B-But... Kuro will get better, right?

Yuhan: Can I take a look at Kuro-san?

Boy: Uh... Yeah...

Boy: This little rabbit... Come on, Kuro... Open your eyes...

The boy put the rabbit named Kuro down on the ground. But... Kuro didn't even move.

You: (This is...)

Yuhan: .....

Grandma: ...Kuro... is already dead.

Boy: ...Eh...?

Part 2.

Boy: T-That's... A lie... That's a lie..!

Boy: Before I left the house... He really did open his eyes...

Boy: That's... Kuro couldn't have died...

Grandma: His body is still warm... It hasn't been that long since he died.

Grandma: While you were coming here... Perhaps his life had come to an end.

Boy: Uu... Uwaaaah..! Kuro... Kuro...

Seeing the boy cry... I felt my heart clench.

Yuhan: Poor thing... But life can't be prolonged.

Grandma: Yes. ... Lately, that child has been bringing Kuro here often.

Grandma: "Kuro isn't feeling well"... I was worried for a long time.

Grandma: I suspected that his life was coming to an end... ...And it finally happened.

You: Is that so...

Grandma: They went together for a walk every day... He always spent time with Kuro.

Yuhan: ...Is that so...

You: It must be hard...

Yuhan: Yeah... It hurts even more when you hear Grandma's story.

Boy: Uu... Uu... Kuro, open your eyes...

Yuhan: ....

*Step step step*

Yuhan walks up to the crying boy who is hugging Kuro... Yuhan gently puts his hand on the boy's back.

Boy: Uuu...

Yuhan: ...Kuro-san was really appreciated.

Boy: Uh-huh... ...Kuro is my friend.... My family...

Boy: Uu... Uu... I wanted to be together more...

Boy: Kuro... I'm sorry I didn't save you...

Yuhan: ....

Yuhan: ...Kuro-san went back to the moon.

Boy: ...To the moon?

Yuhan: Yes, in the Eastern Land... They say that when a rabbit dies, it returns to the moon.

Yuhan: There are many rabbits there... They seem to be happy together.

Yuhan: ...Kuro-san went to the moon in the arms of his beloved owner...

Yuhan: I'm sure he'll be happy there.

Boy: Uu... If that's true, then good...

Yuhan listened to the boy's story... He stroked boy's back until he stopped crying. This situation... I watched in silence.

- Lapan Hill -

- A little later -

When the boy went home... We also thanked grandma and left the café. And I... Came with Yuhan to a hill with a beautiful view. The sun had already set, and the moon was shining in the sky.

Yuhan: The boy we saw today... I hope he can soon accept Kuro-san's death.

You: That's right.

Yuhan: He doesn't have sad memories of Kuro-san...

Yuhan: I wish he could only have pleasant memories of Kuro-san.

You: Yuhan is kind.

Yuhan: Oya... Me?

You: Because you were there for the boy.

Yuhan: That's...

Yuhan: It's just... I can understand the boy's pain...

You: Yuhan too?

Yuhan: Yes. It was quite a long time ago.

Yuhan: Actually, when I was a child... I had a rabbit.

Yuhan: At that time, my mother told me that there was a legend that "rabbits return to the moon"...

You: I see.

Yuhan: I caught rabbits for food, but... There were some too small to eat.

Yuhan: There was no reason to kill them if we weren't going to eat them.

Yuhan: One day, I found a rabbit that had fallen into a trap I had set. It was weakened.

Yuhan: I decided to take it home and protect it.

You: What happened next?

Yuhan: After that... While taking care of the rabbit, I began to get attached to it...

Yuhan: I decided to keep the little rabbit even when it grew up.

You: I see.

Yuhan: Fufu... It was cute to see him eating from my hands...

Yuhan: There wasn't a single day when I would be bored... I watched the rabbit carefully.

Yuhan: ...But soon...

Yuhan: Unfortunately, the rabbit got sick and died.

You: It must have been hard...

Yuhan: Yes... At that time, I cried like that boy.

Yuhan: I lived in a small village... No doctor would accept the rabbit.

Yuhan: ...Even if I went to the city to show it to a vet...

Yuhan: I lived a poor life... I didn't have enough money to pay for the treatment.

Yuhan: At that time... I became aware of my worthlessness.

You: Is that so...

Yuhan: And at the same time...

Yuhan: The rabbits return to the moon... Both me and my family...

Yuhan: I realized that everyone's lives will end someday.

You: Yuhan...

Yuhan: But...

Yuhan: Having become a devil's butler... My life has lost its natural end...

Yuhan: No matter how many centuries and millennia pass... I will not die a natural death.

Yuhan: However, no matter how bitter it is for me...

Yuhan: The life of a devil butler... Is always on the brink of death.

Yuhan: It's just that the duration can't be measured...

Yuhan: Where to end... Nothing has changed.

You: ...Is that so.

Yuhan: In the sense that death is just around the corner...

Yuhan: Whether I was a devil butler or a soldier... Nothing has changed.

Yuhan: When I was a soldier... My life could end at any moment...

Yuhan: I dedicated myself to my duty.

Yuhan: If my life was to end...

Yuhan: For my family and hometown... I wanted to give my life for them.

You: Yuhan...

(But if that's the case...)

Yuhan: That's... I'm sorry for suddenly bringing this up...

You: ......

In his days as a soldier... Yuhan was willing to sacrifice himself for his family and the town... As for the butlers and me now... Is he willing to do the same? When I imagine Yuhan disappearing... I feel sad.

You: How do you feel about your life now?

Yuhan: Hmm... Now?

You: Do you think there's no point in dying?

Yuhan: Master...

Yuhan: I'm sorry. It seems my story has upset you.

Yuhan: But... Don't worry, Master.

Yuhan: Now... My way of thinking has changed a bit.

You: Really..?

Yuhan: Yes.

Yuhan: Now, as long as I'm alive... I want to create memories with Master.

Yuhan: Since life is limited by death...

Yuhan: When the time of the end comes... I want it to be filled with happiness.

Yuhan: That's what I think now.

Yuhan: Besides... Now I have a reason not to die so easily.

You: A reason..?

Yuhan: Yes. If I die, master will be sad.

Yuhan: I... I don't want to be the cause of aster's sadness.

Yuhan: When master cries, I want to be by their side and wipe away their tears...

Yuhan: I want to be by your side and be close to your heart...

Yuhan: That's why, Master, from now on...

Yuhan: That sweet and beautiful smile... I want it to always shine on your face.

You: Yuhan...

Yuhan smiled and took my hand.

You: Eh... Yu-Yuhan..?

Yuhan: Master, what I'm about to do... Forgive me for this.

You: What are you...

Yuhan then brought my palm to his face. He touched the inside of it with his lips.

You: Eh!?

Yuhan: ...My sincere feelings and desires... They may be inappropriate in a master-butler relationship.

Yuhan: But up until now, I... I was imagining life with Name-sama.

Yuhan: When the hunt for angels ends and we are relieved of our duties as devil butlers... What will happen to our relationship...?

Yuhan: The moment when I meet master as a man, not as a butler. I can't help but think about it.

You: T-That's...

Yuhan: In my imagination... After so many memories with master...

Yuhan: ... I will return to the moon before master.

Yuhan: That's the end I want to meet.

You: ... Return before me?

Yuhan: I know this contradicts what I said earlier.

Yuhan: If I die first... Master will definitely be upset.

Yuhan: But...

Yuhan: Life without master... I can't think about it anymore.

Yuhan: Even imagining it... It's scary... I can't do anything with it.

Yuhan: ...So that none of us would be sad...

Yuhan: If we could return to the moon together... We would be happy.

You: Yuhan...

Yuhan: What is it... Sorry for such a dark story.

Yyhan: I never thought about something like that before...

Yuhan: When people meet someone important... They tend to become emotional.

Yuhan: But now... If we can touch each other like this and express our feelings...

Yuhan: Instead of talking about death that will occur someday... Let's enjoy the journey instead.

Yuhan: Memories of a walk together...

Yuhan: Until the very end... Let that be our light.

You: Yes.

Let's remember together until the end comes... Hearing Yuhan's words, I nodded. Even when the end comes, we will be together... I silently hoped for that.

[oqwomyo]

small drabble while I'm waiting for Yuhan's birthday!!!

contains: gn master, Yuhan being the sly fox, Yuhan's fan

author's note: this is literally... the second??? time i write something in English besides the translations, so if there are any mistakes, please don't be shy to point them out. 😭😭😭

The hard material presses against master's chin, forcing them to lift their head and look at the man in front of them. The look of narrowed gray eyes makes master swallow their saliva quite loudly. The butler says nothing, and that makes the master's eyes quickly dart around the room, trying to find an object to focus on, just in order to ignore Yuhan's intense gaze. The man observes master's every move, while a hint of mischief can be seen in his own eyes. A slight smirk plays on his rather soft lips at the sight of the clearly confused master.

The movement of the fan, lifting the master's head higher, involuntarily returns their gaze to the man in front of them. Yuhan does not apply much force, but his gesture clearly feels like a request, or a timid order, to look at him, and not search for ways to avoid keeping the eye contact with him.

When the butler sees that master is still hiding their eyes, he carefully brings his hand to their cheek. As ill luck would have it, instead of the usual cotton gloves, master feels soft and warm skin. Yuhan rarely allows himself to take off his gloves, but apparently today is a special day.

Master mentally notes the tenderness of both the hands and the touch itself. Yuhan has often talked about the etiquette of the tea ceremony and the importance of taking care of your hands, and now the master understands that Yuhan's words were not empty. The butler's hands give off warmth, and there is no roughness that could be inherent in such a hard-working warrior.

"Master, looking at the person who is addressing you is a simple norm of etiquette."

Yuhan's voice does not sound harsh or forceful, but it feels like thunder is rumbling in master's ears. The silence in the room is broken by this simple sentence, the meaning of which makes the lord involuntarily turn their gaze to the butler.

Yuhan slightly squints when the fingers on the master's cheek begin to gently stroke the skin on the face of the person oh so dear to him. He lets out a quiet chuckle, while master looks at him in bewilderment. The butler removes the fan from the master's face, replacing it with his hand, which smoothly slides from his cheek to their chin.

Not allowing the lord to turn their head, Yuhan opens the fan in several centimeters away from the master's ear. They twitch slightly from the unusually loud sound of the fan opening, which makes Yuhan chuckle again.

"I wouldn't want the other butlers to see this immodest gesture on my part."

The master was sure that the door to their room was locked. Master was about to ask what the butler meant when he moved closer to the lord's face. A firm grip on their chin prevented them from turning away. The butler's actions left the master with no choice but to look into his slyly narrowed gray eyes.

Only a moment later did the master realize that Yuhan's nose was almost touching theirs, and master's and Yuhan's lips were too close to each other. Yuhan made another move forward, causing the lord to instinctively move their neck back.

While one of the butler's hands continued to hold the opened fan, the hand on the master's chin slid toward their neck. Long fingers wrapped around the master's neck, as if pulling them closer to the man.

Yuhan closed his eyes. He sighed quietly, taking a step back. The master watches his every move as the butler folds his fan and adjusts his sleeves. He looks at the master through half-closed eyes as they stand motionlessly, trying to return back to the reality.

"Excuse me, master, but keeping a certain distance as a butler is also a simple norm of etiquette."

The master again feels the ghostly feeling of the fan under their chin.

[oqwomyo]

Butler's wedding party. Lucas's card translation.

Part 1.

- The Day After the Party -

Because of Lato's proposal at the party... I decided to spend the day with each of the butlers. And today... The day I will spend with Lucas.

- Devil's Palace Hallway -

One morning... When I went out to get some fresh air... One of the butlers came out from the corner of the hallway...

Lucas: Fu, uu~m.. Fu~wa...

Lucas doesn't seem to notice me... He walks up to me, sleepily rubbing his eyes. Not wanting to scare him... I quietly called out to him.

You: Good morning, Lucas.

Lucas: Mhm..?

Lucas slowly raised his head... Suddenly, his eyes widened.

Lucas: ..! M-Master..!?

You: Yes, it's me.

Sorry for scaring you.

Lucas: No, I... Sorry for looking so sloppy...

You: You look sleepy, are you okay?

Are you sleeping well?

Lucas: Yeah, but... I worked all night last night.

Lucas: Actually, after the party... A lot of work came in...

Lucas: Finally, recently... I finished sorting out a big pile of documents.

You: Thank you for your hard work.

Don't overwork yourself.

Lucas: Thank you for your concern.

Lucas: If it helps Master... It's worth the effort ♪

Lucas laughed when he said that, but... There were dark circles under his eyes.

Lucas: Hmm, besides...

Lucas: Meeting Master so early in the morning... It'll be a wonderful day.

Lucas: Besides, today is the day I've been waiting for... "The day I'll spend with Master"...

Lucas: For such a wonderful reward... I could stay up every night. ♪

You: It's bad for your body...

Lucas: Fufu... Of course I'm kidding.

Lucas: As a doctor... I understand the harm this can cause to my body and mind.

You: Would you mind spending the day with me after not sleeping?

If you're tired, should we reschedule?

Lucas: No, absolutely not.

Lucas: I'll go back to bed now and take a nap. There's nothing that can interfere with my plans with Master.

You: I-Is that so?

Lucas: Yes.

Lucas: That's why, Master... Let's have fun together today.

You: U-Uh-huh.

I shook my head at Lucas, who was smiling brightly.

Lucas: Fufu... Then I'll go take a nap.

You: Sweet dreams, Lucas.

Lucas: Yes. My apologies.

After saying that, Lucas left.

*Yawn*

Along with the sound of footsteps on the stairs... I heard a loud yawn.

You: (He must be really tired...)

Lucas said, "I'll take a nap before meeting Master." But is it really... Will it be okay if we spend the day together?

You: (I'm a little worried...)

Although I was worried about Lucas's health... As planned, I headed to the garden.

- After a while -

After that, I finished breakfast and... I met Lucas in the garden; we sat down on a bench. It was quite cool for June today, and the sunlight was a little soft.

The early morning breeze that blew from time to time was pleasant... Just sitting on the bench, I felt calm.

Lucas: Um, um... The sun is pleasant today too.

Lucas: A lot has happened... I'm glad I can spend time with master like this.

You: Me too.

Lucas: Fufu... Thank you.

Lucas: Each of these kind words... I feel like it's my reward for my efforts.

Lucas squints his eyes happily, but... There are still traces of tension under his eyes.

You: Are you feeling okay?

Aren't you sleepy?

Lucas: I'm fine.

Lucas: After talking to Master in the hallway... I took a good nap.

Lucas: That's why... ....

You: ...Lucas?

In the middle of the conversation, Lucas turned away from me. And right after that... I heard a yawn.

Lucas: ...Phew. Master, I'm sorry.

You: Are you still sleepy after all?

Lucas: Well, that's right... To be honest, my eyelids are a bit heavy.

Lucas: But... Rest assured that this won't affect our plans.

Lucas laughed, but... His voice seemed less energetic than usual. Even though he had slept a little... Was he still tired after a sleepless night?

You: ...Hey, Lucas.

Lucas: Oya..? Master, what's wrong?

You: I think you should rest.

I want you to sleep now.

Lucas: Uh...

You: I'm worried.

You look tired.

Lucas: Master...

Lucas: ...Thank you. Master is worried about me.

Lucas: It's true that I didn't sleep all night... A rest would definitely be good.

Lucas: But... Just this once, let me not do it.

Lucas: I... Have been looking forward to the day when I can spend time with Master.

You: Lucas...

Judging by Lucas's hesitant smile... He really has been looking forward to this day. Forcing him to rest in the room... I didn't want to do that. So I... decided to offer Lucas a compromise.

You: Then let's rest here?

How about we lie down on the bench and sleep?

Lucas: Eh...? On the bench..?

You: Right.

I'll stay with you until you fall asleep.

Lucas: I-I see... Is that so...

Lucas lowered his eyebrows. He seemed to tense up even more.

Lucas: Of course, if I think about it... Maybe sleeping here can be counted as time spent with Master...

Lucas: While I'm sleeping... Won't Master get tired of it?

You: Then let's talk until you fall asleep.

Lucas: Um...

You: While Lucas is sleeping, I'll sleep too.

I'll rest on the bench across from you.

Lucas looked like he was thinking... And then he smiled slightly at me.

Lucas: ...Okay.

Lucas: When Master cares for me like that... I can't let those feelings go to waste.

Lucas: Then, Master...

Lucas: Your kind words... I think I'll just lie down for a bit.

You: Sleep however you like.

Don't worry about me.

Lucas: That means...?

You: How about relaxing your neck?

I want you to be comfortable.

Lucas: Ah, I see...

Lucas: If you say so... I'll take your word for it.

Lucas stretched out his hand, touching his neck... He loosened his neatly tied tie. Then he waited for me to get up from the bench... Then he gently lowered his body.

Lucas: ....

Lucas looked at me happily.

You: Lucas, what's wrong?

Lucas: Fufu... No, sorry...

Lucas: It's so nice to look at Master... For some reason, I feel happy.

Lucas: Because Master... They're cute no matter how you look at them.

Lucas: I should be sleeping, but... It's almost embarrassing to close my eyes.

You: Lucas...

Lucas: What's wrong... If I don't fall asleep, Master will be worried.

Lucas: I'll watch for a little while longer, and then I think I'll close my eyes.

Lucas: So... Let me imprint Master in my eyes for a little while longer.

You: Uh-huh...

Even though I'm confused... Lucas smiled happily.

- After a while -

In the end, Lucas... Slept peacefully.

You: (As I promised, I'll go to sleep too.)

Lucas: *sleeps*

You: Sweet dreams, Lucas.

After saying that, I sat down on the bench on tge other side and closed my eyes. The weather was too sunny to sleep, but... It was nice to fall asleep in the light.

Part 2.

- Devil's Palace Garden -

- After a while -

Lucas: Fufu.. An innocent sleeping face...

Lucas: How cute... I could watch forever...

I woke up from a gentle voice... I slowly raised my eyelids.

Lucas: Oya..?

You: Lucas..?

Lucas: Yes, it's Lucas.

Lucas: Good morning, master.

Lucas: On my lap... Did you sleep well?

You: On your lap..?

Then... I finally felt it. I should have been sleeping on the bench... Lucas is looking down at me. I felt something soft under my head.

You: ..!!

*Rustle*

Lucas: Fufu... Good morning, master.

Lucas: What is it... I was just talking.

You: G-Good morning...

I responded to Lucas's words, although I was confused. I sat down next to him. If I looked around... There was a bench in front of me where Lucas was sleeping. Because the sun was shining on the bench at an angle... I think I slept for quite a while. When Lucas woke up... For some reason, it felt like he made my head lay on his lap.

You: Uh...

Lucas: Hmm... You look like you want to ask, "Why am I on your lap?"

Lucas: Let me explain from the beginning...

Lucas: Master fell asleep on a hard bench... In order not to hurt your body...

Lucas: You need to change your body position.

Lucas: However, even if you lie down... There are no pillows here...

Lucas: So I used my lap as a pillow.

You: I-I see...

Lucas Yes. ♪

Lucas laughed like a mischievous child... But it seemed like he willingly offered me his lap.

You: Thank you for what you did for me.

Lucas: No, no. I should probably be the one thanking you.

Lucas: While you were sleeping peacefully on my lap... I was able to see Master's cute face.

Lucas: Fufu... ♪ A sleeping Master is as beautiful as an embarrassed Master.

Lucas: An innocent profile and a quiet sleeping breath are so charming...

Lucas: I was thinking... I wished this time would last forever.

You: Lucas...

I was almost charmed by Lucas's kind smile... When the word "time" came out of his mouth, I was brought back to reality.

You: ...Ara?

Lucas: ...Oya? What is it, Master?

You: This is...

I completely forgot about it because of Lucas's lap... In the first place, I was only supposed to sleep when Lucas was resting after a sleepless night. But I slept much more than Lucas. He even put me on his lap... I think I made him uncomfortable.

You: (What should I do...)

Lucas must have realized what was going on in my head. He kindly called me.

Lucas: Master. Please don't make such a face.

Lucas: Because Master was sleeping... I had a good time.

Lucas: It's not often that you get the chance to watch the sleeping face of those dear to you. ♪

You: But I'm sorry.

I want to repay you somehow.

Lucas: Repay me..?

You: Is there anything I can do for you?

I will grant any wish.

Lucas: Hm, I see... Master will listen to my request...

Lucas thought for a while... And then he smiled at me.

Lucas: ...Okay

Lucas: If Master wants to do something for me... I can't let this opportunity pass.

Lucas: If that's the case... Then do you mind if I say my request right away?

You: Of course.

Tell me, Lucas.

Lucas: Fufu... Thank you.

Lucas: Then, Master...

Lucas: Can I lie on your lap?

You: ...Eh?

Lucas: Oya..? Maybe you didn't hear it?

You: Did you just say "on my lap"...?

Do you really want to lie on my lap...?

Lucas: Yes. I definitely prefer Master's lap. ♪

Lucas replied with a smile. It seems... He really wants to lie on my lap.

You: (What should I do...)

I was confused by the sudden request, but... The one who said "I'll do whatever you want" was me.

In that case, I should grant his wish. Gathering up my courage, I replied.

You: ...Okay, Lucas.

Let's try it.

Lucas: ....

Lucas: ...Eh?

You: ...Were you just joking?

Lucas: No, that's... That's not it...

Lucas: ...Is it really okay?

You: I said it myself.

This is in order to repay you.

Lucas: Master...

Lucas: Fufu... Today is really a wonderful day... ♪

In the end, I let Lucas lie on my lap... He gently laid his head down.

- A few minutes later-

A few minutes passed and Lucas was laying on my lap... I'm not used to this kind of situation. Speaking of which... Lucas, who is lying on my lap, looks at me happily.

Lucas: Fufu... It's really a beautiful view... ♪

Lucas: Besides... It's warm and very comfortable.

Lucas: Such a happy person... I guess I'm the only one in this world...

Lucas looks at me with a gentle smile. I felt awkward from the way he was looking at me... I covered Lucas' eyes with my hand.

Lucas: Oya..? What are you doing, Master?

You: T-The sunlight must be bothering you...

After listening to my best excuse... Lucas laughs happily.

Lucas: I see... Master is taking care of me.

Lucas: But... Don't worry.

Lucas: In situations like this... It's normal to be a little blinded.

You: Eh..?

After saying that, Lucas gently took my hand. A mesmerizing, narrowed eye was peeking out from under my hand... Lucas gently pressed my hand to his cheek.

You: L-Lucas..!?

Lucas: Fufu...♪ What a beautiful view...

Lucas: Not only kind, but also cute... It's blinding...

Lucas: Right now... I see the most beautiful creature in my life.

You: Uh...

His smile was so beautiful... I was speechless.

Lucas: Master... You promised to spend time with each of the butlers...

Lucas: But... I'm the only butler who get to lay on Master's lap.

Lucas: Fufu... How wonderful...

Lucas: I've been living in the illusion that Master and I are partners... We had such a wonderful time...

Lucas: The person who happily spent time with Master...

Lucas: It's me... But, since I'm the only one...

His eyes look like he's dreaming. I felt awkward again... I covered his eyes again.

Lucas: Fufu... Oya oya... ♪

Lucas' eyes were closed. He seemed to like what I was doing. It seemed like under my hands... Lucas was squinting happily. Because I knew that... I couldn't take my hands away...

[oqwomyo]

hello!!!! if anyone here has boschi's cards (especially his birthday one!!!) and is willing to record/translate it pls message me!!! (I'll translate my cards if you'd like😭😭😭)

I'm so desperate for content of this man, it's not even funny anymore. 😭

[oqwomyo]

I saw your tags and I’m now very intrigued like what do you mean yuhan has the SHORTEST TRAGIC BACKSTORY?!?! JUST WHAT IS GOING ON?? like granted I should have known a game about devil cat butlers would have some angst and tragic backstories but god damn 😭😭

there was a miscalculation on my part and yuuhan's is in fact, not the one with the shortest backstory! however that's only because the others have yet to have their backstories be revealed. sorry for the late answer btw, exams have made me pretty tired.

ok so ill briefly explain a bit. this ties in to the requirement to become a devil butler that is, having felt so much despair that one feels like dying. normal people will be swallowed up by the devils they contract with. the despair essentially acts like chains for the devil. so to talk about their pasts in the Briefest Way Possible (lie):

miyaji has beef with lucas on the surface but really it's because he still can't get over the fact that lucas decided to save him from the verge of death instead of someone else he thought was more capable than him while lucas simply chose to save miyaji because he had higher chances of living.

lucas was basically a child prodigy/genius. since young, he's always loved reading books, and even read thick books that even adults struggled to understand. even though he was lonely and had no one to talk to, he still endured it, skipped grades, and became a doctor at the age of 10+. at first he was looked down on for being young, but an older doctor stood up for him. eventually he became the leader of the doctors, but due to his lack of social skills, he struggled to communicate well, which resulted in the doctors hating him. in the end, all the doctors except lucas quit their job. and the group collapsed. (tbf id quit too... imagine being said you didn't work as hard as him and don't have as much brainpower compared to him as well)

ammon has only had his mom since birth and lived with her, selling flowers for a living. ammon would always make sure the flowers would be sold out at the end of the day for his sickly mother, but if he doesn't manage to sell all of them it's heavily implied his mom whips him like he does to himself even now. they were like super poor but ammon still loved his mom because he only had her

berrien has like this super mysterious past but rn it's starting to unravel in chapter 4. he's an orphan and got adopted into a church backed by the grovanas or whatever nobel family to nurture warriors who could fight angels, but surprisingly the church is actually full of love and was ran by someone who fighted angels named Goetia. berrien also met his soon-to-be older brother figure named Beren/Belen. btw all of the kids go by the last name Cliane because goetia wants everyone to become true family.

when berrien was 26 (Beren 29), goetia died from a chronic disease and Beren had to take on goetia's responsibilities. berrien became the one running the church, however shit happened, Beren got demonized, and berrien used his powers to keep Beren alive after forming a contract with his current devil. he's still residing in berrien's basement as of current, but in a coma. berrien still thinks he himself has no rights to be a butler and really does not believe that he's the one keeping the damn thing running

also the church got destroyed like 2400 years ago and yes berrien is 2000+ years old

haures was born into some wack ass family, his dad ran away with some other woman and his mom projected her rage and stuff like that onto haures, and his newborn younger sister Tricia. haures is 10 years older than Tricia. when he was that age, he ran away from home with Tricia (literal baby) because he no longer trusted his mom to take good care of them. after that, when haures was 18, he trained hard to become a soldier under the grovanas nobles so he could afford to let Tricia get treatment for her worsening vision. one heartbreaking scene was when haures showed off his red uniform to Tricia and she said the blue uniform looked good on him... but 5 years later, haures managed to get Tricia's eyes healed!!! surely nothing bad could happen!!!!

sike. haures caught one of the grovanas nobles illegally trafficking humans with some dealer, and arrested him. however that led to the seller getting revenge, and he decided to capture tricia. he stabbed her and threw her into the woods. when haures found her, she only managed to call out to haures before she died after a few breaths. haures was really really really devastated. he sought revenge on the noble, and while the noble didn't die, he was jailed 5 years for harming the noble (not death sentence because he was determined mentally unstable after losing Tricia.). after he got out of jail, he found the noble again and wanted to kill him, but he was reminded of how Tricia admired him for protecting the people and helping those in need, which stopped him. after that, he became a devil butler because of his proficient fighting skills.

lamli was forced to work at a circus by his mom at the age of 10, while starting up with simple duties, he decided to train to become a circus troupe performer so he'd earn more money for his complaining mother. its heavily implied he's abandoned by her and becomes a devil butler because of his nimble body. btw his mom said she never wanted to have lamli right in front of him. jesus.

fennesz was born into a wealthy happy family, and had an older sister. however his war general father lost a war against nobles, and the economy went into shambles. his mom remarried but even though their stepdad was nice, fennesz and his sister ended up strays on the street due to some reasons i forgot of. fennesz would get bullied by kids on the street because of his father's loss in the war, but his sister would always protect him, and they relied on each other for survival. she's very smart, as shown in the story. she also loves history, as she said, it can help people learn from the past. its heavily implied she is dead.

ok flure! flure grew up with his older sister and mother who both did ballet (can one of you have an actual dad for once?), and he also followed in their footsteps. however when he was a child he was bullied for liking stereotypical girly things, like playing with his sister's dolls, doing ballet and having long hair. even though he was laughed at for doing it, he still underwent strict training guided bg his sister and mother. he never found the courage to tell his sister or mom even though his sister could tell something was wrong (heard him crying at night). he still thinks he should be more courageous to this day and thinks he's pathetic. we don't know what happened to his family but they probably died.

i wanted to talk about boschi but i realized idk much about him apart from the fact that he only had his grandmother (who's actually a great caretaker for once!) and he was bullied for being a bookworm/nerd at school and had no friends. though he did actually beat those bullies up later for mocking his grandma when she wanted to take him back home. she didn't want boschi to fight but she said herself she was actually rooting for him when he was fighting LMAOOO love her for that

lono. ok so lono was really poor and had no parents, and he acted as the older brother for the younger kids living on the streets with him. he'd work as someone who'd clean up rubble from battling angels, which was a job that had unstable income since no one knows when angels are gonna appear. they were family basically. lono would rather starve than let his siblings eat less, and his love of cooking originated here because he loved seeing them happy from his cooking. we don't know what happened to them, but they're probably dead

nac was born into a rich family, and has a father, not sure if he has a mother, never mentioned at least. apparently the stein family was great at sales or trading or smth??? they're just some very rich and well-known name. however on his 12th birthday, his butler led him to the forest near the stein mansion, and revealed himself to be someone the stein family harmed. just as he was about to kill lil nac in shock, nac retaliated in defense. and when he realized, he already stabbed the man at his vital point. his dad appears out of nowhere and reveals that he knew this all along, and that the stein family is actually a long line of assassins with sales as their front personas. nac was trained to kill since then, and thought he'd never feel positive emotions again before he became a devil butler. he also has scars all around his body, probably from the assassin work he did.

lato and his non-blood related brother, Aleks I think? were kidnapped by people who wanted to train people to become angel fighters. however unlike berrien, this time it's just pure cruelness and literal torture. they were 8 when this experiment started. not only that, all the children were sold by their caretakers to this place, including lato and aleks' "mother", the head of their orphanage, who they deeply loved and believed in. when lato finally found a way to escape, almost half the children were dead.

and when he told the others, they told lato that they already gave up on escaping, including aleks. from, i suppose, all the suppressed anger and trauma, he burned the experiment facility down, leaving the other kids to die because he hallucinated that they wanted them to be burned so they could be free. after that, lato returned to the orphanage even though he knew the "mother" sold him in the first place. guess what the mother did! that's right she ran back into the orphanage when she saw him, locked the fucking door and told him to get the fuck away from her. and lato burned the orphanage down.

now onto the new butler trio!

teddy is the one with the most details in his backstory so far. when he was young, he Had a twin brother, and teddy was a far cry from who he is now. he was negative and gloomy compared to his brother, who was positive and talented, and people always favored teddy's brother more. but one day, his brother died protecting him from an angel, but since they were so alike people didn't know whether the one that died was teddy or his brother. and after grieving his brother, teddy decided to become him, and used his brother's name to live on as him so people wouldn't be sad, because "teddy" was the one that died. and that led to teddy forming his personality today. teddy is his actual name though, he started using it after he became a knight. he became a knight because he wanted to protect people from angels.

but during an attack by an intelligent angel, namely seraphim, one of the angels that appeared at the end of chapter 1 and also the major antagonist of the story, teddy's entire unit got killed. at the start of chapter 2.5, he recuperated in a hospital, however he kept terrible nightmares (reliving the massacre, and hearing the voices of his comrades asking him why he abandoned them and why he got to survive) and so didn't sleep at all. he eventually snuck out of the hospital to visit their graves, and then started wondering what the point of him still being alive is. he almost threw himself off a cliff before haures and aruji reached him.

hanamaru. ten years before the story, hanamaru was fleeing from something- he walked all the way from the east to the central, and collapsed in a forest. a nun found him and took him back to a church that doubled as an orphanage. however the nun soon fell ill and died, so hanamaru began taking care of the kids in the church after he was saved by her.

but 5 years later, the church was attacked by angels. he was away from the church when the attack happened, and when he came back, all he saw were angels flying away from the ruined church. only 4 kids survived. hanamaru had a breakdown, and kept kneeling and pressing his head against the ground, saying things like "i couldn't protect them", "i swear ill keep them safe next time", implying this is not the first time something like this has happened. he swore vengeance against the angels that day, that he would never forgive them, and himself. so berrien suspects that the 4 kids that survived were the people that kept hanamaru around. who knows what could've happened if they passed as well...

lastly (finally), yuuhan. at the age of 9, he trained to become a soldier of the sardeis family so he could protect his hometown, and made it after 3 years. he quickly rose up in the ranks, being a prodigy. in the main story, he started doubting his loyalty to the family after they attempted an assassination on the devil butlers. and he betrayed the sardeis family and fell into their trap when investigating forbidden records. he got thrown into jail by the head, and the head decided for his punishment, yuuhan's whole village and everyone he knew there will be burned and killed. he could only despair in jail. in the story, after his prison guard left after serving him food, yuuhan started crying. he called out to his father, his mother, everyone from his hometown, apologizing again and again, believing that it's his fault that they died.

after that, the head, fubuki, paid him a visit. fubuki beat yuuhan up, pushed him to the verge of death, but not grave enough injuries to die. yuuhan asked fubuki to kill him, but fubuki refused. he even says he'll force feed yuuhan till the day of his death execution if necessary. however, yuuhan was rescued by the butlers during his execution. (it took place in a forest with tigers. basically the death penalty is getting eaten by tigers) he became a devil butler after that.

holy shit. also im not typing Bastien's since you can read his backstory from the tls available here.

[oqwomyo]

Butlers' wedding party. Yuhan's card translation.

Part 1.

After Lato's statement... I spent the whole day with the butlers. And tomorrow will be a day that I will spend with Yuhan. I was looking for Yuhan because I wanted to ask him what he would like to do tomorrow.

Step.. Step..

Yuhan: Hmm... It's definitely different from the Eastern Land.

When I passed by the library... I heard Yuhan's voice. When I looked into the room, Yuhan was reading enthusiastically.

You: Yuhan.

Yuhan: Ah, Master. Good afternoon.

You: Good afternoon.

Yuhan: Did something happen?

You: I was looking for Yuhan.

Yuhan: Arara? Is that so?

Yuhan: At such time...

Yuhan: Could it be... You want to say something about tomorrow?

You: Yes.

I said to him, "What are you going to do tomorrow?"

Yuhan: That's... Sorry for not telling you earlier.

Yuhan: Actually... I couldn't decide what to do myself.

You: Really?

Yuhan: Yes.

Yuhan: I'm still not very used to the culture of the Central Land... There are many things I don't understand.

Yuhan: I think it's better to make plans when I know enough.

You: You're hardworking.

Yuhan: It's not that. A day with Master...

Yuhan: I want it to be enjoyable.

Yuhan: And... If I'm talking about the marriage culture of the Central Land...

Yuhan: When we receive a request related to marriage... I think I'd be able to help.

You: Of course.

Yuhan: Although...

Yuhan: Even though tomorrow is the deadline, I still have work to do. I must say, it was a mistake.

Yuhan: I'm sorry if it'sunpleasantfor Master.

You: I don't think it's unpleasant.

Yuahn: Fufu... Master is a kind person.

Yuhan: Thank you, Master.

Actually, I'm just worried about tomorrow... I didn't think it was unpleasant. Or rather, knowing that he was thinking about tomorrow so seriously... I felt happy.

You: Are you still going to study?

Yuhan: Yes.

Yuhan: There are many things that are different from the Eastern Land... It's quite interesting.

You: Like what?

Yuhan: Yes... Like the costumes and the atmosphere of the ceremony.

Yuhan: What particularly interests me is... The culture of the "first dance".

You: First dance?

Yuhan: Yeah.

Yuhan: The first dance is... A dance performed by the bride and groom during the ceremony.

Yuhan: It seems like the goal of this dance is for the two to open up.

Yuhan: Hold each other's hands... Dancing will remain as a beautiful memory.

You: That's an interesting feature.

Yuhan: Fufu... Yes.

You: What kind of dance do they perform?

Yuhan: In general... Slow-tempo dance seems to be popular.

Yuhan: However, it's up to the bride and groom to decide. It seems like they can choose any dance they like.

You: I see.

Yuhan: Perhaps the master too... Do you find the first dance interesting?

You: Mhm...

A little...

Yuhan: Is that so?

Yuhan: Hm, but...

Yuhan: Master... Would you like to dance with me tomorrow?

You: Eh? We?

Yuhan: Yes.

Yuhan: Although since I'm not actually getting married... It's not really the first dance.

Yuhan: When I first read about this aspect of culture.. The first thing that came to mind was the master's face.

You: Eh..?

Yuhan: If the master and the butler dance... It's probably not good.

Yuhan: However, if master allows... I want to dance with you.

Even though he's aware of his position as a butler... Yuhan still wants to dance with me. I'm glad about that... I wanted to dance with him too...

You: Okay.

Yuhan: Is that really okay, master?

You: Mm-hmm.

I want to dance with you too.

Yuhan: Thank you... Tomorrow will definitely be the best memory.

So, we... Tomorrow will be our first dance.

Some time later...

The first dance... To create a wedding atmosphere... We changed into our formal wear and gathered in the garden.

Yuhan: I prepared the music box for dancing. Now everything is definitely ready.

You: I'm looking forward to it.

Yuhan: Fufu... Yes.

Yuhan: So, today... I'd like to dance the Viennese Waltz with you. (?) (from Japanese ウィンナーワルツ uinna walsu)

You: Viennese Waltz..?

Yuhan: Yes. Unlike a regular waltz, this is a dance with very fast steps.

Yuhan: Because of the high level of difficulty... I haven't learned from Miyaji-sensei yet.

You: I haven't danced it yet either.

Yuhan: Fufu.. I see.

You: Will we be able to dance normally?

Yuhan: Yeah.. I'm sure we can finish the dance.

Yuhan: And I... It's the same with dancing...

Yuhan: I want to try everything new with master to have fun.

You: I see.

Yuhan: Yes. Instead of doing what we already know...

Yuhan: Like that... It will leave a deeper imprint in one's memory.

You: Of course.

It seems hard to dance such a difficult dance... Listening to Yuhan's words... I wanted to do my best.

Part 2.

We decided to practice right away. Following Yuhan's instructions, I learned to dance. First, we held each other's hands. My right hand in Yuhan's... My left one on his shoulder.

Yuhan: Like this.. Straighten your back.

Yuhan: Let's get closer to each other.

Yuhan: If we are far apart.. Our steps will not be in sync.

You: I-I see...

When I brought my body closer... Yuhan supported me, holding my back.

Yuhan: Fufu... That's a wonderful call, master.

Yuhan: So... Let's go slowly at first.

You: Yeah...

Yuhan: One - two - three ♪ One - two - three ♪

You: Uh...

Yuhan: No need to rush.

Yuhan: Move your right foot forward... Then move your left foot back.

Yuhan: Let's go slower.

You: Y-yeah..

Yuhan: One - two - three ♪ One - two - three ♪

Yuhan: You're doing great, Master.

You: Thank you.

Yuhan: Fufu... Wonderful.

Yuhan: I can't believe master is so close to me... It's like a dream.

Yuhan: When we're so close.. I can clearly see master's face.

You: This is awkward...

Yuhan: Arara? Are you embarrassed?

Yuhan: Fufu... You really are a nice person.

Yuhan: But of course...

Yuhan: I know master can see me clearly too... It's embarrassing.

Even though Yuhan says that... He's holding my back securely.

You: It doesn't look like you're embarrassed...

Yuhan: Fufu... I'm just pretending.

Yuhan: In the eyes of my loved ones... I want to seem at least a little manly.

You: Is that so...

Yuhan: Uh-huh.

Yuhan: Although I can maintain my composure in front of someone special... I'm not a man with high self-control.

Although Yuhan says so... I don't feel any embarrassment from him. I can't pressure him further. Instead I focused on dancing.

Yuhan leads the dance well... By continuing to increase the tempo a little, we were able to dance in harmony.

You: You're doing a good job in leading.

Yuhan: Oh? Really?

You: It's easy to dance with you.

Yuhan: Fufu... Thank you.

Yuhan: (I'm glad I trained hard before this.)

You: What's wrong?

Yuhan: No, it's nothing.

Yuhan: The steps seem to be getting more familiar.

Yuhan: Let's keep dancing.

You: Right.

Yuhan: Dancing like this... Can this be considered the first dance?

You: I think so.

Yuhan: Fufu... I'm kind of impressed.

Yuhan: All the time... I wanted the best for the master.

You: Eh?

Yuhan: I met master later than the other butlers...

Yuhan: To have the honor of dancing the first dance with master... I can't understand it.

Yuhan: Although it can't be helped...

Yuhan: That is to say... I'm a little upset.

You: Yuhan...

Yuhan: But the first dance... It's the first dance for both master and me.

Yuhan: Finally, I can give something best to my master.

Yuhan: And most important things for me... They're all for master.

Yuhan: I'm very happy...

You: Is that so...

I heard what Yuhan thought about this dance... The joy of dancing with him for the first time... I felt it in my heart, too.

You: We are happy together.

Yuhan: Yes... Then, please.

And we rewound the music box. While the two of us were pressed against each other, our legs moved vigorously. Even while spinning quickly... Thanks to Yuhan's support, I felt calm.

Yuhan: Fufu... You are beautiful, Master.

Yuhan: With you like this... I am glad I could dance with you.

Yuhan: For you... This is not my first time as a butler, but...

Yuhan: My life from now on...

Yuhan: New things... Let's experience them together.

We enjoyed our first dance while laughing.

After finishing dancing, we bowed to each other.

Yuhan: Thank you, Master.

Yuhan: Aren't you tired?

You: I am a little tired.

Yuhan: Please sit here. I'll get you some water.

You: Thank you.

I sat down in the chair and drank some water. It was so easy for me to dance that I surprisingly forgot about being tired. However, looking at Yuhan... He doesn't even take a breath.

You: It looks like you're full of energy.

Yuhan: Oh? Does it look like that?

You: Isn't that so?

Yuhan: Fufu... Oh, come on...

Yuhan: Of course, I still have some energy in my body, but...

After saying that... Yuhan knelt down in front of me. And, taking my hand... He placed it on his neck.

Yuhan: ...Do you feel it, Master?

You: Um... This...

Yuhan: As I said before... There's not much I can do.

As if to confirm Yuhan's words... His neck is hot... And underneath his skin, there's a rapid pulse.

Yuhan: In front of someone important... I can't suppress the pounding in my heart.

Yuhan: All I can do is smile so they won't notice.

You: Yu-Yuhan..

Yuhan: Fufu.. What is it, Master?

Yuhan: ...Please say my name more often.

Yuhan: If you do, I'm sure...

Yuhan: Every time you say my name, my heart will beat faster.

You: E-erm...

Yuhan: Are you surprised..?

Yuhan: This... This is the image of a man who is enchanted by you.

Following Yuhan's heartbeat... My heart was also fluttering... His thoughts are hidden under his cold face... I accidentally got a hold of them.

[oqwomyo]

finally got myself into Japanese akuneko twitter situation. gonna translate these babies later.

[oqwomyo]

I think we as a society moved on a bit too fast over Dr. Ratio’s thigh reverb

[oqwomyo]

Wine Valentine - Ammon story pt.1 & pt.2

The day after The Valentine's party ended successfully.

While I was resting in my room I remembered the time I spent with Ammon...

A few days ago a party was held at Grosvenor's house...

I was visiting a party venue that Ammon and the others were preparing.

Ammon: So..! Will the wall decorations look like this?

You: Things are going well, aren't they?

Ammon: That's right. We have also decided on which food and wine will be served.

Ammon: The preparations are almost finished. I'll have some spare time.

You: Right.

Ammon: Ah, also. As we've come to Grosvenor's mansion...

Ammon: Aruji-sama. Should we take a walk in the garden?

You: Eh..?

Ammon: I took a glimpse at it as I was preparing for the party. It was a lovely garden.

Ammon: There aren't many chances to visit Grosvenor's garden. I'll make sure to escort aruji-sama properly♪

Ammon: So, aruji-sama... Will you spend some time with me?

You: That seems a bit intimate...

Ammon: Isn't that good..? There's no one here now.

Hanamaru: ... We are literally here?

Ammon: Oh? If it isn't Hanamaru-san.

Hanamaru: Don't "oh" me. We've been here from the very beginning.

Ammon: Hehe. My bad~

Ammon: There's only lord in my eyes...

Bastien: Hm... That's not good, Ammon-san.

Bastien: As aruji-sama's butler... You should always be aware of your surroundings.

Ammon: Are you serious, Bastien..

Yuhan: Fufu... I also don't think that it's good to keep things all to yourself, Ammon-san.

Lato: Me too... I also want to walk alone with aruji-sama.

Ammon: Hehe. Well, I guess I can't just monopolize aruji-sama~

Ammon: The Valentine's Day is almost there... I feel like spending some romantic time with aruji-sama.

You: "Romantic time" you say...

Ammon: Huh? After all, that's what the Valentine's day is about?

Hanamaru: Oh my... Don't just say that, Ammon. We're all holding back here.

Hanamaru: Isn't this right, everyone? We all want to be romantic with aruji-sama?

Yuhan: Now, what is it? I'm a well-mannered butler.

Hanamaru: Liar. For those who say that, it's better...

Yuhan: ...Better..? What is it?

Hanamaru: Nothing.

You: (I wonder what it was...)

Yuhan: Right. By the way, Ammon-san...

Yuhan: As the food and drinks were decided... How about to choose flowers to decorate the room?

Ammon: Right, flowers...

Ammon: In the eastern land... There's a custom to arrange flowers, right?

Lato: Arranging... flowers?

Ammon: Right. It's a bit different in Central land.

Ammon: Combined with a beautiful vase... A well-thought-out beauty.

Yuhan: Yeah. I think it's suitable for Central land.

Yuhan: Aside from ikebana, I think that "Chabana"(?) would also be good.

You: -Chabana...?

-( There are even tea flowers....)

Bastien: Chabana... That's the first time I heard about it.

Ammon: In short, tea flowers are the flowers that are displayed in the tea room.

Ammon: Rather than ikebana, it puts more emphasis on being natural. Seasonality of flowers is also the key.

Ammon: For example, fresh windflowers picked up in nature.

Hanamaru: Heh, as expected from Ammon. You know everything about flowers.

Ammon: Hehe. Well, not that I've done it myself. I just have this knowledge.

Ammon: But, I see. Chabana...

Ammon: In Grosvenor's garden flowers are grown in flower beds. Besides, there are windflowers...

Ammon: It might be interesting to try.

Ammon: That's why I need everyone to quickly pick up some flowers!

You: Eh, now?

Bastien: Looking for flowers..? I'm not sure which I should choose....

Ammon: That's okay. Even if the flower seems simple, that's its charm.

Bastien: I see. Then, Ammon-san will...?

Ammon: I'll arrange the vase.

Ammon: I'll prepare the vase that perfectly matches the atmosphere of Eastern land.

Ammon: I'll bring the catalog... I'd like to hear aruji-sama's opinion.

You: Mine?

Ammon: Of course. You're the guest at the party, after all.

Ammon: I don't think it'll be too difficult. Don't worry too much♪

You: Understood.

Bastien: I see.. I'll leave it to Ammon-san then.

Yuhan: Then, aruji-sama. Please, excuse me for a moment.

You: Mm, good luck.

The butlers bowed. They left me alone with Ammon as they left to pick up the windflowers.

Ammon: They're gone....

You: Let's choose the vase together.

Ammon: Oh-ho? What did you say, aruji-sama?

Ammon: What vase? I've already put one in another room next to ours. (This dude---)

You: Eh...?

Ammon: Hehe. Which flowers would decorate the venue have been decided in advance.

Ammon: We have arranged the perfect tableware... The only thing to do was to decorate it with flowers.

Ammon: Everyone decided to collect flowers by themselves.. I just went along with that♪

You: But, what for..?

Ammon: Hehe. That would be...

Ammon: I will spend some private time with aruji-sama♪

Ammon: Speaking of The Valentine's day... You need to spend time with your loved ones.

Ammon: And speaking of my loved ones, it's aruji-sama, of course.

Ammon: We have delicious wine here...

Ammon: With important to me person... Drinking wine, while being surrounded by beautiful flowers...

Ammon: Well, the flowers are still to be here. While aruji-sama is here, that's already enough.

Ammon: Hehe. What about aruji-sama?

Ammon: With your loved one... You don't want to loose romantic time, do you..?

You: Teasing me like that again...

Ammon: Teasing..? I'm being honest, aruji-sama.

Ammon: The words of feeling the importance of aruji-sama... There's not even a single lie.

Ammon: Thinking how to spend more alone time with aruji-sama... As a result, I alienated other butlers.

Ammon: Hey... What are the true intentions of aruji-sama..?

Ammon: For someone like me... Is it okay to tell my true feelings..?

You: A-Ammon..

I was fully aware that it was the part of his strategy, but... When I look in those serious eyes... I can't help but speak my true feelings.

Lato: Kufufu... That's it, Ammon-kun.

You: !?

Ammon: Oh? Isn't that Lato-san?

Ammon: And everyone else... Have you already finished picking the flowers up?

Hanamaru: No. Actually, we were interrupted by the guard.

Yuhan: He said that the flowers were needed to decorate the party venue...

Yuhan: "You can't pick these flowers! Go to a flower shop!" is what he said...

Yuhan: Jeez.. That's a real problem for those, who can't understand simple beauty.

Bastien: Since we had no other choice, we decided to come back.

Hanamaru: Hehe. Looks like we made the right decision.

Hanamaru: Had it been a bit later, Ammon would pick the most beautiful flower.

Ammon: No wa~y, Hanamaru-san. Don't say such bad things about me.

Ammon: I just wanted to enjoy the atmosphere of The Valentine's day. Surely, aruji-sama would understand that it's just for fun♪

Hanamaru: However, why is aruji-sama's face so red?

Lato: It's good that there are vases in other room.

You: U-Uhm...

Ammon: Alright, everyone! There's a little time left to prepare for the party.

Ammon: Let's all work hard to collect the most beautiful flowers♪

Hanamaru: Ah. Changing the topic.

Yuhan: Fufu. But Ammon-san is right.

Yuhan: Since we have time... Let's all work hard to make the best pre-party.

Bastien: Yeah.. That's right.

So I watched as Ammon and the others decorated the venue... I wonder whether Ammon was serious or not earlier...

***

"So that's how it is" I thought as I flipped through the wine catalog. Ammon was very hospitable at the pre-party... Now, it's my turn to repay him. I bought him wine from Rosetown... And for Ammon... I prepared his favorite cheese. Being happy with him... I wanted to express it in a gift.

Knock knock.

You: Come in.

Ammon: As I said, I came alone, aruji-sama~

Ammon: I heard that you wanted to do something...

Ammon: Hehe. Maybe it has to do something with The Valentine's day~?

You: I want to give this to you.

Ammon: Eh? This is...

Ammon: Wine..? And, could it be..

Ammon: Really... Could it be a Valentine's gift?

You: - That's right.

- Thank you, Ammon.

Ammon: Hehe. Thank you, aruji-sama.

Ammon: This is... Rosetown's wine, right?

You: Apparently it goes well with cheese.

Ammon: Really? You've adapted it to my taste!

You: If you'd like, you can drink now.

When I said that, Ammon sat at the table I had prepared in advance. He took the empty glass and some cheese.

Ammon: Hehe... I had never thought that I would spend The Valentine's day with aruji-sama...

Ammon: Of course, I'll drink some! Because everything is delicious when I'm with aruji-sama.

Ammon: So, excuse me...

As Ammon pour some wine into the glass, he fully enjoys the scent. As he takes one sip... He takes some time to enjoy the taste.

Ammon: ... It's delicious, aruji-sama.

Ammon: The moment you open the bottle, there's a faint fragrance...

Ammon: It felt like flowers had bloomed in my mouth.

Ammon: Aruji-sama's feelings... They feel like flowers with no thorns.

Ammon: Hehe. I can't believe you gave me such a wonderful present...

Ammon: Really... Aruji-sama likes me♪

As usual, Ammon says something that is hard for me to respond to... But today I was a little braver than usual.

You: I really do.

Ammon: Eh...

You: I want you to continue being by my side.

Ammon: Erm... Aruji-sama...

Ammon: That's... Could it be....

Ammon: The revenge for pre-party time?

You: Did your heart flutter...?

Ammon: Hehe. It pretty much did♪

Ammon: I've never expected it from aruji-sama...

Ammon: But... If you allow me to give you a piece of advice...

Ammon: Don't you think the main part was revealed a little bit too early?~

Ammon: If only you could make me more nervous... It'd be more interesting~

You: I'm nothing like Ammon...

Ammon: Hehe. Well, I'm a pro in this sphere.

Ammon: ( Although, if I was more nervous... I doubt that I'd be able to restrain myself...)

You: What's wrong?

Ammon: N-No... Nothing!

Ammon: Spending The Valentine's day with aruji-sama is the best... I had to clench my teeth.

Ammon: Well then. We have wine and cheese...

Ammon: Just a little bit longer... Is it okay if I spend some more time being happy? Aruji-sama...

You: Of course.

Although I said something like that to make Ammon's heart flutter, I had to gather all my courage up.... I had to back up... I was more nervous, than I thought I'd be. And now... I wonder if Ammon always harbors feelings like that. While I was thinking about it... I spent some time with Ammon on The Valentine's day.

THE END.

a/n: I really hope you don't mind my adapted translation because holy shit the translation of translator is something. also, please don't mind any grammatical errors, it's literally like midnight and I suck at grammar. hope y'all enjoyed seeing blushing ammon. (because i really did)