Epilogue
 

 
That night.
 
Sia, who had free time now that Byleth had gone into his bedroom, was sitting alone in the moonlit hall.
 
Of course, she wasn’t just sitting idly.
 
Sia was performing a certain task.
 
—Wipe, wipe, wipe, wipe.
 
She has been laying a towel on the table, placing the treasure on the towel, and wiping the dirt off the treasure for about ten minutes
 
In reality, these treasures weren’t dirty. At most, they had some fingerprints. They were obviously pristine, but there was a reason she insisted on cleaning them.… Read the rest

 
“Hey, I know it’s gauche to say this, but do you regret choosing Byleth…? Because I pushed you so forcefully, your time to think, your pace, it must have been thrown off, right? I thought about it calmly. Maybe that action was wrong…”
 
“You should have confidence since he’s the one you fell for. He’s a wonderful person, and I wouldn’t recommend him to anyone if I thought they would regret it.”
 
“Yeah, you’re right. As much as he is…”
 
A correct assertion made in a calm voice.
 
Elena, with her cheeks turned red, pouted … Read the rest

 
“For this banquet, don’t just rely on Elena, but also on me. I’ll always be there to help.”
 
“Um, please don’t say such things with a smile.”
 
(……Please don’t suddenly say such flattering things.)
 
This is why He’s truly, incredibly troublesome…. You……
 
“S-Sorry about that? But I’m just being honest.”
 
“……”
 
“By the way, is there anything you want me to do for you at the dinner party? If you let me know in advance, I can get right to it.”
 
“There is something, but given my position, I cannot make such … Read the rest

“Um, I now understand the reason you are so familiar with Elena-san, due to this situation. You were very considerate towards someone of my low status.”
 
“With how things are, it seems you two could become close friends?”
 
“……”
 
Luna’s gaze conveying [It’s because of you who don’t understand] does not reach Byleth, who is smiling.
 
“Huh? Ignoring me!?”
 
“Sorry. I was lost in thought for a moment. By the way, there’s something I need to report to you.”
 
“Hmm, sounds like you’re thinking about something difficult… Wait, report?”
 
“Yes. I plan to … Read the rest

 
“…Why go as far as sending salt to the enemy? That’s why misunderstandings occurred. You like Byleth, don’t you? Him.”
 
“I simply returned the favor, what you did to Sia. I didn’t intend to send salt to the enemy with this.”
 
Her words were harsh… yet Elena displayed a soft expression, conveying another layer of truth.
 
“Besides, you’re just like me. The frustration of not being noticed… I understand that pain.”
 
Upon saying this, Elena turned her back to Luna.
 
“So, you should do your best too. It’s cruel to say ‘[just a little]’ … Read the rest

“Chapter Five: Secret Exchange”
 

 
And two days later, on a weekday after the holiday.
 
The bell signaling the end of the fourth period rang, and it was now lunchtime.
 
“……”
 
Luna checked the clock repeatedly while reading, skipping meals.
 
She imagined Byleth’s arrival, nervously spending every minute and every second.
 
It lingered in her mind.
 
[Luna-sama. The more wonderful a gentleman is, the more likely others will make their moves on him. Of course, if you remain passive, your desires for Luna-sama will be crushed.]
 
[You should know in your heart that it’s important to muster your courage and … Read the rest

Interlude
 

 

 
That night.
 
“Sister! There’s something I want to ask you…!!”
 
“What is it? Why so panicked?”
 
Elena’s eyes widened at her brother who had rushed over in a hurry the moment he got home. She immediately stopped working on her assignment and turned to face him.
 
“Listen! Just like you said, Master Byleth really is a kind person! From now on, I won’t blindly believe rumors either! No matter what!!”
 
“Huh? What’s with you all of a sudden… First, calm down.”
 
Though puzzled by his elated state, Elena firmly patted the spot beside her and had Alan sit down. … Read the rest

“…It’s lame to only touch for a moment because you got scared. You’re a man, aren’t you?” 
 
“Lame…!?” 
 
“S-So, if you’re going to touch, touch for longer…” 
 
“Just to be clear, I didn’t mean to pat your head…” 
 
“Just touching head is the same thing. Come on, hurry up. If you don’t want to take responsibility, I could just complain to Father that you touched me without permission, couldn’t I?” 
 
(Because you’ve done this to me, because you’ve made me say this, I won’t let you get away…) 
 
“F-Fine…” 
 
[Complain to Father] This was the decisive factor in victory. 
 
Byleth … Read the rest

“Don’t look at me with those eyes like I’m some kind of weirdo.” 
 
“It’s impossible not to. You are weird.” 
 
“Aha, haha…” 
 
She receives a simple counter. 
 
“I won’t say you thank too much, but it’s something to think about, right? Because it can be perceived as weightless gratitude.” 
 
“Ah, so there’s that problem too…” 
 
If the impression of “a person who apologizes too much” is attached, it may be perceived as having a shallow apology. Is this a similar phenomenon? 
 
“So I have to become a person who won’t be misunderstood.” 
 
“I think changing is the best.” 
 
“I can’t … Read the rest

“And this…these are chocolates for you to take home. Let me give them to you now.” 
 
“Ah, you remembered our promise?” 
 
We made this promise when the letter regarding the meeting was delivered. 
 
“Of course I remembered. Since Sia enjoyed them so much, there’s no way I’d forget.” 
 
“Why does it sound like Sia is the main focus and I’m just the side character?” 
 
“Because I like Sia more than you.” 
 
“That’s a mean thing to say…” 
 
“You’re the one who makes me say mean things.” 
 
While displaying her usual prickly attitude, Elena handed me the box of chocolates with … Read the rest