“Well then, let’s wrap up this standing conversation. Shall we sit?”
“Thank you…”
As Luna moved to pull out the chair in front of her, Sia subtly placed her hand on it first—[Allow me.]
The way Sia observed, judged, and executed such a natural gesture was nothing short of impressive.
Once seated, they quickly got to the heart of the matter.
“Now then, about your concern, Sia—”
“Ah, um… Well, you see… Tomorrow is Saturday, and Lord Byleth has invited me to spend time with him…”
“Fufu, you won’t be punished for calling it a [date]. In fact, I think you’d be happier if you did—and I certainly wouldn’t resent it.”
“—!!”
Though Sia’s words were dripping with modesty, Luna knew she’d be far happier if she spoke plainly.
And Luna could assert that with confidence—because she, too, was a woman who understood such feelings.
Because she, too, had once gone on a date with Byleth.
“Ehehe… Then, if you’ll allow me to borrow your words…”
Sia had been carefully choosing her phrasing, perhaps worried about upsetting Luna—but now that Luna had said this, her expression softened into something unguarded.
However, this consultation was something Sia took very seriously.
When she spoke next, her face had already regained its composed demeanor.
“S-So… I’ve been given the chance to… g-go on a d-date with Lord Byleth… but instead of going out as he likely expected, I suggested we stay within the mansion…”
“Knowing you, Sia, I doubt you forced your opinion on him. I can’t imagine he took issue with it?”
“The flow of the conversation didn’t seem problematic to me, either… But afterward, I began to worry that by choosing to stay inside, I might’ve made it a self-indulgent affair…”
Caught up in the excitement of the date, Sia had been too giddy to realize something she should have noticed sooner.
“It was entirely my suggestion, but… when I think about enjoying time with Lord Byleth, perhaps I should’ve chosen to go out after all…”
“It’s true that going out would undoubtedly offer more ways to spend time together than staying home. I completely understand your concern.”
“R-Right!?”
“And I also agree about the [self-indulgent] part. When I went on a date with him, I thought the same thing when we decided to stop by the Royal Library.”
“……”
“But there’s no need to worry. Even if something doesn’t align with his interests, he’ll find his own way to enjoy it.”
Luna had once shared Sia’s unease.
When they visited the Royal Library, she had asked Byleth directly—and her worries had vanished.
Because she had been in the same situation, she could offer reassurance with confidence.
“S-So… even if I wanted to… study together…?”
“Yes.”
“Even if… I wanted to look at flowers together in the garden…?”
“Yes.”
“Even if… I wanted to just… bask in the sun together…?”
“Fufu, is that your date plan, Sia? You place a lot of importance on the everyday moments with him, don’t you?”
“[…Nod.]”
A brief pause, then a flustered nod—Sia’s reaction betrayed her shock at having her plan exposed.
“I… I wanted to turn the mansion, where he’s taken such good care of me, into a place of memories…”
“Turning it into a place of memories would make your work there even more meaningful, wouldn’t it? And you’d be able to recall those moments anytime.”
“Y-Yes!”
Luna had hit the mark—and Sia responded with an embarrassed smile.
For Sia, this was her first date with Byleth.
It was only natural to want to [create as many memories as possible] or to [make sure she could revisit them whenever she wanted.]
Most people might be surprised she didn’t choose an outdoor location—but for her, this was the best choice.
“Forgive me, I’ve strayed from the topic. But yes, even just sunbathing together would be something he’d enjoy.”
“B-But… sunbathing is just… warm and cozy. Wouldn’t it be boring for him…? Could Lord Byleth really find a way to enjoy that…?”
“This is just my personal opinion, but for a date meant to deepen your relationship, [what you do] hardly matters.”
“Eh…?”
“You’d be happy just having him by your side, wouldn’t you?”
“O-Of course! If Lord Byleth is beside me, I’d feel happy no matter the time or place!”
“I think he feels something similar—which is why he asked for your preference in the first place. He’s kind, yes, but he’s also strong enough to firmly say no to things he dislikes.”
“—!”
This, too, was something Luna had learned during her date with Byleth—and she knew it wasn’t a lie.
“Hearing that is a relief… Though I’d love to hear it from Lord Byleth himself…”
“I’m sure he’d answer if you asked.”
“B-But if I did receive such an answer… I think my heart would stop on the spot…!!”
“Fufu, that would be a problem.”
Sia’s face turned bright red as she waved her hands frantically—not even an exaggeration.
Even as another girl, Luna found the gesture utterly adorable.
She tried simulating the same scenario in her mind but quickly gave up, realizing it wouldn’t suit her.
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“At any rate, there’s no need to overthink it. If anything, being your honest self on such a special day would make him happier.”
“But if I go too far… wouldn’t he start to dislike me…?”
“There is a line, of course—but I trust you’d recognize it. You’re more than capable of restraining yourself.”
“……”
The moment those words reached her, Sia averted her rounded eyes—looking utterly mortified.
[I have no confidence in restraining myself…] Her expression practically screamed it, leaving Luna no choice but to smile wryly.
*”Well then, if that does happen, just let me know. I’ll go tell him, [I’m the one who riled Sia up.]”
“N-No, I couldn’t possibly…! Just having you listen to me is more than enough!”
“To be honest, this works in my favor too, so I’d appreciate it if you let me indulge a little.”
“In… your favor, Lady Luna?”
“Normally, I’d be scolded for [meddling], but he’d just laugh and let it slide. Plus, it’d give me an excuse to see him.”
“T-Then… in that case…! I’ll be sure to…!”
“No need for thanks. As I said, it benefits me as well.”
After all, this was Byleth they were talking about.
If anything happened, Luna would welcome the chance to step in.
“B-But… Lady Luna, you don’t need an excuse to see Lord Byleth, do you…?”
“You might be surprised.”
“Fufu, I find that very hard to believe.”
“Then someday, may I ask you to help me connect with him?”
“Of course! That way, I’d have an excuse to see Lord Byleth too!”
“Then let’s agree, as fellow juniors, to support each other.”
“Absolutely!”
And with that, the conversation wrapped up neatly.
Timing-wise, it was the perfect moment to part ways.
“…Well then, Lady Luna, thank you again for today. Thanks to your advice, I feel much lighter now.”
“I’m glad I could help. I hope you have a wonderful day off.”
“I-I’ll do my best…!”
“I’ll be waiting for good news.”
“Yes! I’ll really do my best!!”
They rose from their seats and exchanged friendly farewells.
[No need to see me out!] Sia had already taken the initiative, so Luna simply watched from the second floor as she descended to the first and left.
With Sia gone, the library returned to silence.
Instead of immediately returning to her book, Luna took a slow stroll around the desk—as if to steady her heart.
“I’ve grown, haven’t I…? I can genuinely cheer for them now.”
[Byleth, happily spending time with someone else.]
In the past, this would have filled her with jealousy—but not anymore.
“Fufu…”
Their relationship had become something special, and she could feel the newfound ease in her heart.
She had shifted to a mindset where she wanted everyone to enjoy their time together.
And knowing Byleth valued them all equally brought her peace.
“…Now then, next.”
Today, she had learned something wonderful through this consultation.
[Sia has a date planned with him.]
Which meant—her turn would come soon.
“Your invitation… I’ll be waiting for it, more eagerly than anyone.”
As if to send these words straight to his heart—she glanced at the slightly open window.
With that, she hugged the book to her chest—the one marked by the bookmark he had given her.
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