Vol 2 Chapter 3.2 (1/2)

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Chapter 3.2

Yuusha Party no Kawaii Ko ga ita no de, Kokuhaku s.h.i.+te Mita (LN) V2 C3 part 2

Translated by: Rinkage

Edited by: The Blacksmith

Chapter 03: I encountered the hero (part 2)

“So what I wanted to say was that I’m really sorry for what happened just now. I ended up causing trouble because I was jumping to conclusions.” [Yuuga]

“Nah, I don’t mind it at all, so it’s fine.” [Youki]

I had initially a.s.sumed that we would be surrounded by an awkward atmosphere the entire time, before our drinks were served, so I did not expect Yuuga to apologize in a monotone manner for some reason.

Was this truly an apology?

“As a hero, I couldn’t believe that I had attacked an innocent civilian. I’m sorry.” [Yuuga]

Probably because he felt really bad about it, he lowered his head as he apologized.

I heard it from Raven, but Yuuga was in the midst of rescuing that lady when he encountered me. The guy who was forcibly making advances on the girl had taken her to the alley, so it seemed that Yuuga had misunderstood me as that guy’s accomplice. There was the matter regarding the wallet, too, so he wound up attacking me.

What I had done was for myself, but Yuuga was doing it to help a lady.

Despite possessing a cheat ability, this was the regrettable difference between me and the ikemen hero, I suppose. It feels melancholy.

Well, strength-wise, I am stronger, and since this incident has ended without any injuries, I guess it was fine.

“I’m not injured anyway so it’s really alright. The misunderstanding seemed to be resolved too.” [Youki]

“Is that so? I’m relieved. And, sorry for changing the subject, but what’s your relations.h.i.+p with Cecilia!?” [Yuuga]

He leaned forward over the table and threw the question at me.

Is that what someone who was apologizing just a while ago should ask?

Apologizing to me might have been the lesser concern to him. Rather, could this actually be the main subject?

“We’re just friends.” [Youki]

I told him as it was in a serious tone.

However, it seemed to be a huge shock to Yuuga even though I said we are just friends.

“That’s not possible. How could it be possible for Cecilia to have a male friend?!” [Yuuga]

He lamented as he held his head.

It was just a male friend. Why did he need to have such a reaction?

“Sorry to keep you waiting. Here’s the shop’s recommended drink. Please, take your time.” [employee]

The employee served the drinks when Yuuga was sinking into depression.

Nice timing, employee-san! I guzzled the served drink.

It was a refres.h.i.+ng beverage with a citrus flavour. Yuuga gave me a questioning gaze as I was drinking.

“…What is it?” [Yuuga]

“Are you really just friends with Cecilia?” [Yuuga]

“If you’re so sceptical about it, try asking Raven. Since he’s a friend.” [Youki]

After all, he wouldn’t be convinced anyway regardless of what I have said. I threw this issue to Raven since I thought that he would believe it if he were to hear it from a third party instead.

“Are you friends with Raven too!? Come to think of it, when I was scolded by Raven a while ago, he did mention the name ‘Youki’ several times. Is that your name?” [Yuuga]

“That’s right.” [Youki]

“I see. Then I’ll ask Raven the next time.” [Yuuga]

“Please do so. You should be able to trust that person, right?” [Youki]

If you were to include this issue, I have owed a great debt to Raven.

I wouldn’t be able to keep our friends.h.i.+p on an equal footing if I don’t return the favour.

“Yeah, I’ll do so.” [Yuuga]

“Then there’s nothing else, right? I’ll take my leave….” [Youki]

I gulped down my drink and stood up, attempting to pay the bill and leave the shop.

“W-Wait!” [Yuuga]

But, for some reason, Yuuga stopped me. I had a bad feeling about it, but I’ll just listen to what he wants for now.

“Is there anything else that you still need?” [Youki]

“A-Actually, I need your advice on something.” [Yuuga]

An advice? Yuuga wanted an advice from someone whom he has essentially met for the ‘first time’ and also someone who could possibly be his love rival? No, it was really strange, wasn’t it?

“Why me?” [Youki]

“Uu… a-actually.” [Yuuga]

“Actually?” [Youki]

“I don’t have any friends whom I can consult this topic with.” [Yuuga]

I came to understand the ikemen hero’s sad circ.u.mstances. It nearly made me cry a little.

“I’ll lend an ear for the time being. What kind of advice are you looking for?” [Youki]

“How to improve my relations.h.i.+p with Cecilia…” [Yuuga]

I had thought of listening to his request out of sympathy, seeing that he doesn’t have any friends. However, it was stupid of me to have even asked that question with that kind of thought in mind. What the heck was this guy asking?

Just how thick headed is he? He’s already a fool. A person wouldn’t usually consult his possible love rival about his love trouble, would they?(1)

If he had really believed what I said earlier, that Cecilia and I are just friends, then it would really be bewildering.

Although I did just say that we are only friends, I hadn’t recalled saying that I wasn’t interested in her. He should at least understand that.

The fact that he wanted me to advise him on how to improve his relations.h.i.+p with Cecilia was actually laughable. After all, he has been acquainted with Cecilia far longer than I have.

“Um… you two are in the same party, right? Sorry, but I actually met Cecilia not too long ago. Hero-sama should be the one who has known her for a longer time, so you should know it better than me, right?” [Youki]

“The last time I saw you two together, you seemed to be getting along with her better than I did.” [Yuuga]

Even so, don’t ask my advice about this! Honestly, I don’t want to counsel my own love rival. Can I throw this problem to Raven too?

I was conflicted for several seconds. The result was, Raven, I’m sorry.

“Hey, if that’s the case then wouldn’t it be better for you to consult your other party members?” [Youki]

“…I’ve caused inconvenience to Raven just a while ago. It was the first time, you know, for Raven to have scolded me using such long written notes.” [Yuuga]

I had a feeling that long written notes wouldn’t really be forceful enough.

Nevertheless, judging by Yuuga’s state, it was likely that he had received quite a lecture.

Although, if Raven won’t do it, there is still Mikana.

He probably wouldn’t consult Mikana about it, though.

“What?!” It seems that Mikana would likely refuse it after that loud exclamation.

“Mikana, no I can’t ask her. Mikana doesn’t seem to like Cecilia.” [Yuuga]

While I was envisioning the scene of when Mikana declines his request, Yuuga suddenly blurted out something unexpected.

I have not heard it from Mikana that she dislikes Cecilia.

“Hey, did the person herself say that?” [Youki]

“….Are you also friends with Mikana?” [Yuuga]

“No, she’s an acquaintance.” [Youki]

“I see. You see, Mikana is my childhood friend. We’ve always been together in the past and she has always supported me. But she tried to abandon Cecilia. I couldn’t forgive that. Just because she hates Cecilia, she suggested to forsake her…” [Yuuga]

“Just shut up for a while.” [Youki]

The moment I heard those words, my irritation reached its climax.

Seriously, both Mirror and Yuuga… why do all the individuals who bear the t.i.tle “hero” make me feel that annoyed? It is often said that ignorance is a crime.

It might be nosy of me, but this is something that Yuuga should know.

Otherwise, Yuuga would just do as he believed, and Mikana, who was suffering from the feelings of guilt, would be the one to be tormented by it.

When it comes right down to it, this happened due to the seeds I sowed.

For the sake of creating a happier tomorrow, I should make the distinction here.

“C-Calm down. Did I happen to say anything that could have rubbed you the wrong way?” [Yuuga]

Upon sensing the change in my mood, Yuuga tried soothing me in a hurry. He didn’t seem to understand why there was a sudden switch to my state of mind.

“…You don’t get it?” [Youki]

“E-Erm. Are you possibly still angry that I had attacked you all of the sudden?” [Yuuga]

I heaved a huge sigh and scratched my head irritably.

I have already understood it, but he is indeed a considerable nincomp.o.o.p.

It was hateful when the person himself wasn’t even aware of how his conduct and speech had aggravated someone.

I guess he didn’t think that there was anything wrong in what he said… No, that wasn’t it.

This guy thinks that Mikana was the one in the wrong.

Therefore he was convinced that he had not done anything wrong.

He is dumber than a box of rocks.

“That’s not it! ….The reason why I was angry, was because what you had just spouted was way too self-centered!” [Youki]

“What do you mean by self-centered?” [Yuuga]

Yuuga asked me with a look of puzzlement on his face.

“Could you put in a little effort and be more observant of your surroundings?! Just reflect back on what you have said a while ago, compare it to recent changes around you and you should understand it.” [Youki]

“Even if you tell me to observe the changes around me, I don’t get it. After our journey ended, I’m still as busy every day…” [Yuuga]

Yuuga answered, looking confused.

It appears that if I don’t call a spade a spade, he wouldn’t understand it.

It’s not like he’s still a child. I want him to understand it a little.

It seemed that this guy has been brought up as quite a pampered kid.

There was no other way than to explain it.

“The other day, I came here with Raven and Mikana.” [Youki]

“Eh, is that so? But you looked as if you were here for the first time just now…” [Yuuga]

“I have heard of what happened in the Demon Lord’s castle. You guys had a really tough fight against a demon whom you have no information of at all. That you then accepted the demon’s request and left Cecilia behind.” [Youki]

There was a strained look on Yuuga’s face.

He must have recalled the memory of when he lost to me.

It seemed to be a humiliating memory to both Mikana and Raven too.

I felt really bad about that.

“Why did the two of them tell you…. Mikana was the one who said to keep it a secret between the four of us.” [Yuuga]

Mikana probably couldn’t endure it anymore.

The distance between her and the person she loves grew further apart, and she wasn’t able to apologize to Cecilia.

Her sense of guilt was the only thing that was gradually acc.u.mulating and it eventually exploded.

When we met Mikana, we were initially discussing about Raven’s love problem… However, due to my disruption, the conversation went off track and she ended up telling me that story.

“No idea, but Mikana was in tears when she recounted the story.” [Youki]

“Eh?…” [Yuuga]

I didn’t want to say it to protect Mikana’s honour, but it would be better if Yuuga knows about it.

It was necessary to let him understand his own wrongdoing.

I was the one who had indirectly made him commit this mistake. That was why, I must solve this misunderstanding between these two people.

“She was feeling really guilty about what she had done to Cecilia. She wanted to apologize but she wasn’t able to do it due to the awkwardness.” [Youki]