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**Side Mana**
Mako returned to Alka in a panic, so I wondered what had happened, but the content of her story was shocking.
It wasn’t just that Yamato was surrounded by demons, as predicted by Lord Gaia, but what was truly shocking was the identity of the two humans who saved him.
It was impossible to predict that those humans were Yamato’s parents.
And they were over level 200. I initially thought I was hearing things.
After hearing Mako’s story, we quickly summoned Yuri and Sister Hilde from their duties in Feel and Deseo, and prepared for Yamato and the others’ return.
Mako also returned to Polar immediately after explaining, but it was quite a hectic time.
“I’m suddenly feeling really nervous.”
“Me too. I’ve always wanted to meet them, but I never thought I’d actually have the chance.”
“They live in another world, after all.”
Prim, Sister Hilde, and Rika were all incredibly nervous.
Like myself, Yuri, Flam, and Aria, we really never expected to meet Yamato’s parents, just as Sister Hilde said.
First of all, there’s the question of how they even got to Helios Orb. According to what Mako heard, they used a top-tier Engraving Tool called an Engraving Divine Artifact.
She only heard a basic explanation, so she said she’d ask for more details later.
“Saki-chan… is sleeping soundly.”
“Yes. I really wanted them to meet their grandparents, but she shows no signs of waking up.”
Saki, my and Yamato’s daughter, is just over two months old.
She sleeps most of the day, but at this rate, she won’t be waking up anytime soon.
“Excuse me. Lord Yamato and the others have returned.”
“Understood.”
We were waiting in the living room on the second floor of the Main Hall when Lumina announced their return.
Like everyone else, I was getting very nervous.
“The exterior is like a Japanese castle, but the interior is Western-style.”
“A castle floating in the sky, this truly feels like another world.”
I could hear their voices.
Yamato’s father seems calm, but his mother sounds joyfully unrestrained.
“We’re home.”
“Welcome back. I’m glad you’re safe.”
Seeing Yamato, I was truly relieved.
When I heard that not only was he injured, but even his Azure Silver Sword – Pale Green was broken, my heart nearly stopped. Rika, who was close to full term, even experienced signs of premature labor.
But when I heard that his father and mother had appeared and saved Yamato, I was relieved and, at the same time, surprised in a different way.
“You’ve probably heard, but let me introduce you. This is my father, Asuka, and my mother, Maoh.”
“Uh, uhm, it’s a pleasure to meet you. I am Primrose, Yamato’s first wife. My race is Foxy. Please call me Prim.”
I’d never seen Prim so stiffly nervous before.
I understand how she feels, but this is a moment when I truly feel fortunate to not be the first wife.
“Nice to meet you. I am Asuka, Yamato’s father. This is my wife, Maoh. Yamato has told me things, but I never imagined…”
“You have so many wives. And not just beastkin and dragonewts, but elves and mermaids too. This Different World is amazing.”
I can understand my father-in-law’s surprise, but why is my mother-in-law so nonchalant?
I heard she was furious with Yamato when she first heard the news, but has she come to terms with it?
“I will reintroduce those you have already met. This Elf is Manalease, the younger sister of His Majesty the Celestial Emperor, and she has been granted the Lapis Lazurite rank of Heavenly Noble. The child she is holding is Manalease’s daughter, born the other day, her name is Saki.”
“My name is Manalease Mikami Lapis Lazurite. Please call me Mana. I am very happy to meet you, as is my daughter Saki.”
Introducing the wives is the role of the first wife, but that doesn’t mean one shouldn’t introduce themselves.
So, I introduced myself with my daughter Saki. My mother-in-law seemed very curious about Saki in my arms.
Since they are both their grandchildren, it’s natural they’d be interested.
“This is Saki-chan, huh? Oh, she’s an Elf.”
“Yes. Children usually inherit the race of one of their parents.”
Rarely, a half-breed with characteristics of both parents is born, but it’s said to be about one in a few hundred, so it’s not as common as it might seem.
“Can I hold her later?”
“Yes, of course.”
It’s natural for a grandmother to want to hold her grandchild. My mother-in-law raised three children, including Yamato, so I feel like I can have a meaningful conversation with her.
“This Vampire is Hildegard. She is also His Majesty the Phantom King of the Torencia Phantom Kingdom, but for reasons of destiny, she has come to share the same husband as us.”
“My name is Hildegard Mikami Torencia. Please treat me well.”
“A, a Queen, Your Majesty?”
“I offer my apologies for my rudeness.”
“N, no, please look up. I have pretty much ceded my actual ruling authority to my sister, so I am merely a nominal queen. Please call me Hilde.”
Sister Hilde has not yet abdicated, so her status remains that of the Phantom King of Torencia.
There are plans to abdicate, but she intends to continue as governor until the Solemne region stabilizes a bit more, so the actual abdication will be later.
“Now, Maoh, I know you’re curious, but there are people lined up behind you, so please be patient for a little while.”
“Ah, right. I’m sorry.”
My mother-in-law readily bowed her head after being gently chided by Mako. She should be older than my mother, right?
She looks to be in her early twenties, but her personality makes her seem younger, am I imagining things?
“Ah, no, not at all. Well then, I shall continue the introductions. This Elf, Yuriana, is a minor and is still in the position of fiancée. She is the younger sister of the aforementioned Manalease.”
“It’s a pleasure to meet you. My name is Yuriana Esmeralda. Everyone calls me Yuri. Like Lord Yamato and my older sister, I have also been granted a Heavenly Noble rank by my brother. I currently govern the towns of Feel and Prada as their Lord, working hard every day.”
Originally, Yuri and Aria were scheduled to marry Yamato upon reaching adulthood, but since they entered General Academy, they cannot marry until they graduate.
Gaia’s prophecy mentioned that they would marry at the same time, even though Aria is a year older, so I wondered why. But it makes sense if it’s upon graduation, as then they would truly be getting married simultaneously.
“Similarly, this Elf, Frederica, is a Marquis governing a different territory than Yuriana. She is also due to give birth soon.”
“My name is Frederica Mikami Amethysta. Please call me Rika.”
Rika’s due date is in exactly one month, so perhaps my father-in-law and mother-in-law will be able to witness the birth.
It is common for the birth to happen earlier than the due date, so I sincerely hope they can be present.
“I have heard that you have already greeted them, but I will introduce them again. This Dragonian is Athena, this Human is Meena, and these are the twin Dragonewts, Lydia and Ludia.”
In the order of introduction, Flam would be next after Athena and Meena, but since I heard that Lydia and Ludia have already greeted them, this is a slightly irregular but consolidated introduction.
Since they’ve already greeted them, they just offered a slight bow.
“And this Undine is Flam.”
“H, hello. My name is Flam Mikami Fraydlancia.”
She stumbled a bit due to nervousness, but I understand how she feels.
“This Rabbitry, Aria, is also a fiancée, just like the aforementioned Yuri.”
“My name is Aria. Pleased to meet you all.”
Is my mother-in-law’s gaze fixed on Aria’s ears?
Mako had a similar tendency, but Mako was more captivated by Prim’s tail, so perhaps it’s just personal preference. Also, my mother-in-law, though we’ve only just met, shouldn’t you have a bit more modesty? It’s extremely rude to someone you’ve just met, but I won’t say it out loud.
“Lastly, Mako. I understand you are friends, so perhaps an introduction isn’t necessary, but since she has also formally entered into marriage, I will introduce her.”
“Mako Katagiri Fraydlancia, that’s what I call myself now. I look forward to being your daughter-in-law, father-in-law, mother-in-law.”
“To think that I’d ever be called ‘father-in-law’ and ‘mother-in-law’ by Mako…”
“I never dreamed of it either…”
Well, they are classmates of the same age, so it’s not something one would normally consider.
“Though we were born in the same year, I haven’t even reached 22 in real years yet. I never imagined there would be such an age gap, like parent and child.”
“That is true, but…”
“It’s not just the weirdness, I feel a sort of itchiness on my back.”
“You two are saying terrible things to your daughter-in-law.”
They must feel some sense of oddness, but I think it’s amazing how Mako is so casually friendly with them, perhaps due to being best friends.
“Ah, my apologies. Thank you for the polite introduction. I am surprised by this unexpected turn of events, but please continue to look after my unworthy son.”
“Yes, sir!”
Our biggest concern was the reason my father-in-law and mother-in-law had come to Helios Orb.
Anyone would naturally assume they came looking for their son, Yamato. Therefore, it’s natural to wonder if Yamato might return to his own world.
However, I have a feeling that my father-in-law will probably not try to take Yamato back with him.
Of course, there must be internal conflict, but I sense an atmosphere that suggests he will respect Yamato’s wishes. That’s why I want to believe the dialogue from earlier leads to this conclusion.
“It’s okay to stop with the stiff greetings now, right?”
“We’re done, but… Maoh, you should still have a bit more tension.”
“I do!”
She should be older than my mother, yet she seems younger than her sister Yuri. Of course, it’s likely her personality, and I think she might change completely if some switch is flipped.
“Yes, yes. Ah, Lady Rika, you must be tired? Shall I escort you to your room?”
“Thank you. But I’m alright. Since I finally got to meet father-in-law and mother-in-law, I want to talk more.”
Rika is close to her due date, and I don’t want her to overexert herself, but forcing her to go to her room now might cause her more stress.
“I’ve heard you’re close to your due date, so please don’t overdo it.”
“Thank you, Father-in-law. But my condition is stable, so I’ll be fine for a while.”
“If that’s the case, then I’m relieved…”
My father-in-law is clearly worried and considerate. But his consideration is appreciated, and his good nature is evident.
“Ah, you don’t need to be so formal with us. Please act as you normally would.”
“Thank you. I’ll take you up on your offer.”
With my father-in-law’s words, and Prim taking him up on his offer, we were freed from the strained way of speaking. We were nervous, but because our guests were my father-in-law and mother-in-law, we were being extra cautious. So, his words were very much appreciated.
“Well, since the introductions are done, how about some light refreshments?”
“Let’s do that. While it may not be unusual for Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, the ingredients are unique to Helios Orb, so I think you’ll enjoy them.”
“Oh, that sounds delightful.”
“I wonder what ingredients were used. I’m looking forward to it.”
When I heard my father-in-law and mother-in-law were coming, I quickly made preparations. The ingredients I chose were Gold Dragoon and Cloudless Deer, incredibly luxurious items that we ourselves rarely eat. There’s still a bit of Gold Dragoon left, but Cloudless Deer is limited to what Yamato bought the other day, so the small quantity is a drawback. The vegetables are from the fields managed by the Trader’s Guild, and we’ve prepared first-class produce, so I believe they will be satisfied. For dinner, we are also preparing substantial dishes and sake, so I hope they will enjoy themselves.
