51 Weakness (2/2)

”You may not like hearing it but the fact still remains that you're a six-year-old. Don't push yourself too much and you can leave some of the work which is supposed to be for us adults. Like you want us to be safe, we also want you to enjoy your childhood because you have plenty of time to think about the complicated matters of adults in the future.

To be honest, Kyouko and I have been consulting with different specialists about your behavior. Although we turn a blind eye to your changes after the incident, we are still concerned”

”Am I really that easy to read?” he felt his confidence falling.

”Yes” like shooting an arrow without hesitation, she replied with a smile.

”ugh…” Kazuya frowned.

”It's not only because me and Kyouko know you well. Our assumptions are just more accurate because of that. We may not be able to read exactly what you are thinking but reading your emotions are as easy as reading a book”

”My emotions…”

”You project how you feel in your expression. Although at times, you hold back when you're angry, the presence or aura you release makes it easier to determine. To be honest, I was quite surprised when you showed that much hostility to that bastard Lee but after hearing your story, I understood why you held that much resentment hehe~” she giggled since she was the reason why Kazuya was like that.

Kazuya felt a little guilty. Mei didn't question the stories he made up about Lee when he made up the excuse when he entered her apartment. He could tell that she didn't doubt him even after learning about his secret.

However, despite what he felt, Mei brought up a problem that he needed to address. He would put himself in a lot of danger of those old and experienced officials in both the church and kingdom read his intentions. He wasn't able to notice it because he wasn't able to observe himself but he knew that Mei was right.

There were times that he knew that he was angry or didn't care if he leaked out his bloodlust. He was confident that there weren't many who could sense it in this world anyway but after hearing Mei's opinion, he knew that there needed to be changes.

If those who didn't have that much sensitivity to mana could tell what he was feeling, then what of the people in Edea? Those politicians who spent their whole lives fighting for their power would definitely be able to read him like an open book. His revenge would be over even before it started if that were the case.

”(Looks like becoming stronger is no longer the only thing I need to focus on)” he bitterly smiled to himself.

*BZZT BZZT*

Kazuya's phone vibrated after receiving a message. He decided to put off the matter after reading the message from Kyouko that reminded him of today's agenda. He glanced at the time and realized that he and Mei have been staying in the restaurant for quite a while.

”Is it Kyouko?” Mei inquired with a frown. She knew that the overprotective son-con would disturb the quality time they had together.

”Yeah” Kazuya quickly replied with a message.”I told mom that we still needed to stop over one more place before we go home”

”Great! Our date continu…” Mei stopped as she felt her face heating up. She teased Kyouko about this without any problems so why was she reacting like this now?

”Big sis?” Kazuya wondered if she was feeling okay since she's been acting a little weirdly. He reached for her hand to check the flow of mana in her body for any abnormalities.

”!!” Kazuya's sudden action paralyzed Mei as she stared at the boy who had his eyes closed while holding her hand.

”(Hmm… Aside from the accelerated heartbeat I can't find anything wrong… was it the food?)” he slowly opened his eyes to find Mei staring at him. ”Are you okay big sis?” he asked innocently.

”I-I'm fine! I was just curious about where we are going to next that's all” she pulled back her hand and calmed down.

”How about the look-out park?”

”In this cold weather?”

”It should be fine as long as we don't stay there after the sun goes down. Besides, it should be my first date so I don't think going by the book is too bad right?” Kazuya felt a little embarrassed but said it anyway.

Mei stayed silent and tried to hide her raging heartbeat. She silently walked with him back to her car and drove to their next destination. Each of them had their own things to think about.

They arrived and looked at the sky. The sun was almost setting so Kazuya pulled her along so that thye could make it to the look-out point. He was quite familiar with this place since this was the place where he went to after Mei had left him in his previous life.

Today, he brought her here on her birthday. He wanted to ease the tears he shed in this place and look upon the view with her in joy rather than in pain. Kazuya didn't expect telling Mei everything but he was glad that he did. This was why he looked forward to coming here with her more than ever.

The moment they reached the top, Mei gasped. A few tents were set up and familiar faces welcomed them. A banner that couldn't be covered by the smoke of grilling entered her eyes. Everyone lined up and said what had been written on the banner.

”[Happy Birthday Mei]”

”I've been tricked…” Mei said with teary eyes. She didn't think she would be crying again so soon.

She glanced towards Kazuya who smiled back at her. She didn't expect a surprise party nor had she experienced one before. She declared that she could read Kazuya like an open book but failed to guess something like this would happen.

”Did you think I would simply let you take my Kazuya without a reason?” Kyouko showed up behind them with a triumphant smile.

”Say what you will Kyouko but the fact of the matter is, I already received Kazu's first date” she wiped her tears and confidently retorted.

”I already took that ages ago! We go on dates almost every week!”

”Hmph! You don't count since you're his mother. You don't know something that simple you son-con?” she mocked and pulled Kazuya over to the tents to meet with the rest of the group.

Kazuya felt relieved. Seeing Mei genuinely happy was like a reward for him. This was what he wanted for her and hoped that it would never change. He looked over the sunset view and found her old apartment that he always stared at when he was here back in his first life.

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