NOVEL NEXT Chapter 81.1
Stage 3-14. A Letter To Alice
After finishing the tea party where I learned Mashiro and Karen’s feelings. I sat in my room, writing the letter I had promised to Alice.
Right now, I am overflowing with emotion.
I thought that writing while my heart was still warm
would let me pour my feelings into the words, crafting a letter that would delight Alice.
“…Alright, it’s done.”
I reread the completed letter to Alice to make sure there was nothing strange in it.
Things like this are better kept concise rather than overly long, they say.
But when I considered all the things Alice always does for me, I couldn’t help but fill the page to its very edges.
It just shows how much space she occupies in my life…
I’ve known it for a long time, but she’s now someone I simply can’t do without.
I wonder if she, like Mashiro and the others, will once again vow to remain my sword.
No, I shouldn’t doubt her.
I’m sure my heartfelt letter will raise Alice’s affection without fail! Victory is mine, haha!
Since we’re facing a formidable enemy, I need to secure my close allies first.
“Ouga-sama, dinner is ready.”
Speak of the devil.
With a reserved knock, Alice informs me that dinner is prepared.
“Alice. Can you come in?”
“…Understood. Excuse me.”
…Hm? For some reason, she feels more distant than usual…
Ah, perhaps she thinks I’ll leave right away, so she’s waiting by the door.
I should’ve been clearer.
Well, no helping it. I’ll approach her myself.
“Alice. This is for you, from me. As promised.”
“This is…”
“I told you, didn’t I? That I’d give you something nice. This is a letter of gratitude from me to you. Will you accept it?”
“Ouga-sama… I… I don’t deserve something like this…”
“What are you saying? You fought Frone and protected Mashiro. You always dedicate yourself to helping me. You’re more than qualified.”
Alice’s eyes widen in surprise as she cautiously takes the envelope with the letter inside.
After staring at it for a moment, she gently holds it to her chest.
As if it were a treasure, handled with utmost care to avoid any damage.
…It’s a bit embarrassing when she treats it like this.
I had assumed she’d cry excessively and shout like usual,
but it seems I was wrong.
I guess I still don’t fully understand Alice.
“…Ouga-sama, thank you. I’ll read it carefully later.”
“Please do. I’d be embarrassed if you read it in front of me.”
“You’ve written such passionate words for me… I am truly fortunate.”
Alice wipes her tearful eyes with a finger and bows deeply.
Just writing a letter to say “thank you” and getting this emotional reaction makes me feel awkward.
I should change the topic to shift the mood.
“Also, Alice. There’s one more thing… Would you exchange letters with me?”