Seirei Gensouki's
Chapter 62: The Pure White World

Although Rio went towards Bertram kingdom leaving Miharu, in the end he returned to the stone house on the same day.

In an instant, it was already night, as the veil of darkness had descended, the forest around the house became gloomy.

「The rock is the home where sensei will live after this」

「I-That's a very rough house right」

Although the barrier of recognition inhibition magic was summoned for Seria the moment she entered the area, Rio instantly canceled it by manipulating the odo on Seria's body.

Although it did not seem to be a big stone when viewed from afar, Seria also understood about the making of the house when looking at it getting closer.

Although she was a bit confused since Seria did not have the concept of staying inside the house.

「Alright, rest assured because the inside is clean. Should we go in. Because I will introduce you to Miharu 」

After saying that, Rio lowered Seria to the ground.

「U-Uhm」

Rio easily told Seria the situation as they flew in the sky, even regarding the fact that he was living together with Miharu.

After going to the front of the door, Rio pressed the magic tool installed on the door to summon the people inside.

And after that he knocked on the door with a fixed rhythm.

That's a sign Rio's back.

「Welcome home！ Oh, haruto-san! 」

Soon the sound of an unlocked door from inside could be heard following after the door opened, and Miharu greeted Rio.

It seems that Miharu felt relieved when she saw him coming home sooner, probably because she felt anxious because there was no Rio.

「Yes, I've returned」

「Ah, um, the boy is?」

Miharu asked fearfully when she saw Seria who was standing behind Rio.

「He is a friend I owe you. Since he was in danger, I brought him under my protection. Although the two of you are unable to communicate with each other, you will live together under one roof after this …. . Even though I regretted not telling you earlier, are you going to be okay with that？ 」

「Ah, Yes. Of course you can"

After Rio explained the situation, Miharu bowed to Seria who seemed to be somewhat nervous.

Seria also bowed towards Miharu with a smile.

「Rio, could it be that the girl who dragged the hero calling you just said was this very cute YOUNG LADY?」

Seria asked Rio while smiling.

Even though he looked calm on the outside, Rio unintentionally retreated when he somehow felt the fear behind that smile.

「Ah, Yes. Uhm, this is Miharu Ayase-san 」

「This girl is Miharu, so. Could it be that his age is the same as Rio? 」

"Yes nih . That's very 」

「I understand ..... Can you say please treat me well after this?」

「Understood. Before that, should we enter first 」

After saying that, Rio's line of sight changed to Rio.

Perhaps because Miharu also sensed the terrifying strange Seria, it seemed like her tension had increased a little.

But, since Seria was also replaced with a gentle smile immediately, the sign of Miharu's tension vanished instantly.

「Should we enter the house first, Miharu-san. Because I will introduce it 」

To Miharu who secretly heard Rio and Seria talk that she could not understand, Rio spoke to her in Japanese.

"Yes nih . I will prepare tea 」

「Sorry. Please"

Just like that, Rio led Seria to enter the house together with Miharu.

Miharu will go straight to the kitchen to prepare tea.

「Ah, Welcome back, Haruto-san. ! 」

「Aah, welcome back, Haruto-anchan!」

Aki and Masato were relaxing in the living room.

Aki and Masato showed a relaxed face as if feeling relieved looking at Rio's back, after which, they stared strangely at Seria who was standing behind him.

「I'm back, everything」

Rio returned their greetings with a smile.

「Actually I have a request or should I say a notice. It has something to do with this person but, for the time being it's okay for me to ask after the introduction？ 」

"Ah yes"

Aki and Masato straightened themselves with a stiff posture.

「Seria-sensei」

「Ah, uhm!」

Seria stared at the inside of the house with interest.

And replied with "Ha ~" to Rio who called him.

Section 2

「Because I will guide you inside the house later, please sit here for now」

「Yes. Please 」

Seria was sitting on the sofa in the living room, and Rio was sitting next to her.

「With all means」

Perhaps because she had boiled water before, Miharu returned to the living room and brought along tea.

After brewing the tea, Miharu also sat down beside Aki, setting their seat at 2 [Rio and Seria] facing 3 [Miharu] with the table separating them.

「Thank you for the tea. …… . Ara, it's delicious. You are skilled with your tea brewing skills 」

After holding the teacup with the tea brewed by Miharu in an elegant manner, Seria expressed her impression while smiling with a pleasant face.

「Tea brewed by Miharu-san tasty」

Rio translated the impression and conveyed it to Miharu.

Miharu answered him with a timid expression.

Seria also smiled at that Miharu.

Then then, we should start the introduction immediately. She is an old friend of Seria Claire. I owe a debt of gratitude to my childhood 」

They decided to convey Seria's real name and her lineage after discussing it beforehand.

Because it can cause more problems without realizing it beforehand, that's why explaining the situation beforehand will make them easier to deal with the problem.

Seria bowed to the three of them with graceful behavior.

Masato's face turned red because of her beauty, so Aki thrust her tsukkomi elbow from her side.

「Eh, the person that Haruto-san owed her childhood?」

Miharu asked with a curious face.

Because Seria could not be seen as a person who was slightly younger than Rio who was by her side.

His age might be separated by Aki by one or two years.

It's a bit strange if Rio said that he owed her a favor during his childhood.

「Ah, even though she looks like this, she is older than the rest of us. She is 21 years old this year 」

Seeing what confused Miharu about a while later, Rio told them about Seria's age.

「E ………. EEEEEEEEEHHHH！

"21 years ………"

「Serious…. . 」

After being stunned for a moment, it was not only Miharu, even Aki and Masato voiced their astonishment.

Although her appearance and beauty did not leave the children behind, it was probably because Seria's young appearance was not at all someone whose age exceeded twenty.

Rio smiled wryly looking at their reaction.

When she glanced at Seria at a glance, Seria looked at Rio with a slightly sulking face.

Although it seemed like he did not know the content of their conversation, it seemed like he roughly understood the topic of conversation by looking at Miharu's reaction.

Incidentally, when he laughed a little, now he turned his sharp smile on her.

「They say that sensei is young, you know」

To make an excuse, he explained their reaction to Seria while smiling wryly.

"……… I know that"

And, Seria replied while looking at him attentively with “Jiii ~”.

Miharu's looking at their exchange with interest.

「Sorry. Should we go back to the story. I met him when I was 7 years old, he was a school lecturer where I attended 」

And now, Rio explained to Miharu.

「.... A sensei」

Miharu said her answer like a parrot.

「Sensei ....」.

Aki sent her line of sight alternately between Seria and Rio while muttering that.

He somehow wanted to know about their relationship.

Masato was still fascinated by Seria, and nervously looked at her with sparkling eyes.

Rio felt that the atmospheric flow in this place became strange.

Although he could not describe the atmosphere very well.

After shaking his head slightly and thinking that it was inevitable, he would ignore the atmosphere of the incompatible place right now.

"And with that . The truth is the situation is a bit complicated. That's why I want to introduce him to everyone because you will stay with him after this 」

Rio continued his story after a slight cough.

After that, Miharu's line of sight gathered in Rio.

「First, she is nobleman」

When he told them that Seria was a noble, the three of them looked a little amazed.

There are no nobles in modern Japan.

It seemed that their feelings were interwoven between confusion and surprise wrapped in curiosity.

「No wonder he has such an atmosphere ……. . 」

Miharu's showing a satisfied expression.

「How should I say, it's like a princess」

「No, she doesn't feel like a princess who's really right?」

Even Aki and Masato showed similar reactions.

With her beautiful white hair stretching all the way back, her delicate skin was also white as if it was transparent.

Her young purple pupils were beautiful like amethyst gems, her appearance was also appropriate which called it a representation of beauty.

The piece of white she wore for everyday wear made her elegance more prominent, of course if looking at it up close, she could not be seen as a beauty in a country.

「Of course, he breathes good air but, it seems like he is also a friendly person. That's why it's okay and there's no need to be stiff in front of him 」

Rio explained with a wry smile to hose three that seemed to be stiff.

Maybe they were anxious about how to get closer to him.

For Rio who knew about Seria's careless nature, he knew that Miharu need not feel anxious or scared.

It seems like they will be allowed to get used to it from now on.

When he also needed to do as much follow-up as possible, Rio steeled himself.

Section 3

「And then, for the reason that I brought him to this place, right now, he is in a dangerous position in that country, he said, until just a moment ago she was arrested under house arrest to make it a political marriage tool like her. 」

Then he gave a brief explanation as to why he had brought Seria.

Miharu would probably be confused if she suddenly asked them to stay with someone she brought along without explanation.

By letting them know that side, he hoped it would make life with them easier.

The point is to prepare them.

Moreover, when thinking about this matter in the distant future, when unexpected situations appeared on the side that indirectly judged the situation, it would be easier for them to organize the story beforehand.

「It .....」

Miharu's speech while showing a dumbfounded expression.

That's natural.

Because it was the kind of story that they would never hear if they were to live an ordinary life in Japan.

「Initially, political marriages were not too rare if it was for nobles in this world. This is very much practiced with both parties who assume that it is in the common interest of giving their consent 」

First, Rio told them that similar political marriages are not uncommon in this world.

「But, the situation is a little special. Although I think you somehow understand from the fact that it was house arrest, she was arranged in an almost forced engagement. In addition, although she should be the legal wife of a prominent noble if we consider the position of her household, in this case, she was forced to marry as the seventh wife of an influential noble 」

Rio sighed a little as he told them about it.

「Very cruel ……. . 」

Although he could not be sure if the surprise hit at which point, the three of them were of course sympathetic to Seria's state.

Especially for Miharu and Aki of the same gender as her, their expressions were as if they could barely bear it anymore.

「This is certainly painful. So, since I can't see it like that, I'm the one who brought it out of here like this 」

Like that, Rio explained the reason why he brought Seria.

「It's natural to carry it properly!」

"I think so! "

Although it wasn't because she didn't get their little boost because of their youth, the feeling made her happy.

Rio smiled at them.

「Although so, regardless of how much the person himself wants it, it is not something that is allowed for me if it comes from the country where it is *. For him too, if it is revealed that he escaped of his own volition, it will bring trouble to his home 」

Although the person himself agreed, he only kidnapped the fiancee of a high noble.

Moreover, Seria was a person of considerable importance to the current Bertram kingdom.

For example, Rio would not escape their enmity if they knew that he was the culprit.

While there is no other wise choice, there is no denying that this is a little rushed or more like a little immoral.

Because at least there is no public or der change in the country.

Though Rio had no regrets in his action for defeating Seria.

After taking her out like this, she intends to protect Seria with everything like Miharu's.

「That's why I wanted to ask Miharu-san. In the future, will you promise me not to talk to anyone about Seria-sensei when you go outside？ 」

Rio lowered his head while saying that.

Although he was still reluctant to involve the three, he did not want to not tell them it would cause anger in an unexpected case.

In addition, they also have the right to know because they will live under one roof after this.

Seria who was sitting next to him also lowered her head as she watched the atmosphere.

「Understood. 」

"Yes! 」

"Me too!"

Each of the three of them gave firm approval.

After Rio bowed deeper.

「At the very least, please never tell anyone that he escaped of his own accord. In an emergency situation, just say that I was the one who kidnapped her 」

He spoke in a voice where they could feel his strong determination.

Even though the person himself agreed, he made himself the reason Seria ran away.

If possible, he did not want to cause any trouble for Seria's house.

Although the worry has ended ……. .

「It ……. . Shouldn't be okay？ About this issue to Seria-san .... 」.

Miharu asked timidly.

「I can't say. Because he might oppose it 」

Rio showed an awkward smile.

Even if he explained about the matter [Rio as the culprit] to Seria, he knew that he might oppose it.

That's why Rio felt the need to make a situation like this by saying it beforehand in case of an emergency situation.

「Haruto-san ....」.

Miharu's calling Rio's name with a worried voice.

「Well, I will do my best so that emergency situations do not occur. This place is in a different country, because we will disguise when we go to the city, its existence will not be carelessly leaked to his country boss 」

Rio replied cheerfully as if trying to cover up the awkward atmosphere.

After she smiled at Miharu to fix the atmosphere.

「..... Understood」

Despite some anxiety, Miharu nodded.

"I am too"

After that, Aki also nodded.

"I am also . Well, it's not like I'm going to spread words that I don't understand 」

「That's the story after we learned the language. It's an event where we'll go outside. You have to be careful because you are the most dangerous here 」

「U-Understand, nee-chan」

Aki cut off Masato who jokingly said that.

Masato flinched when he answered it probably because he was aware of that fact.

Section 4

「But, is it okay? For you tell me about that fact 」

Miharu asked with an anxious voice.

The risk of information leaking increases with the number of people who know that information.

Perhaps he was worried about the impending demerit by telling the above things that should be hidden to them.

「Ya, although first we need to get a fake introduction including the name and personal history for Seria-sensei, since the three of you will be staying with him from now on. Defects will only come out even if coated by lies 」

Because even by Seria's personality, it would only garner pressure on her to live a life that was coated in lies, she tried to gain their approval by clarifying her lineage.

「More, not knowing and knowing in advance will make the preparedness during the emergency completely different. I want to prepare the three of you for emergencies 」

Although he was observing together with Seria, there was no way the demon hand would not reach Miharu's hands.

As expected, they would become helpless if they knew nothing during that time.

Although the odds were low, when Miharu found out from the third party about the Seria bloodline by chance, there was a chance that they would leak information about Seria recklessly.

Although he had already come up with endless planning, there were some flaws in not teaching if he did not tell them the story of Seria.

Of course there are also some reasons to tell them depending on the circumstances, the choice is based after that.

「That's why, I take maximum steps so that the emergency situation I said above will not happen. We would go undercover when we went outside, and also change our names. Please remember our conversation this time in the corner of your mind in preparation for an emergency situation 」

Rio emphasized his warning again while shrugging his shoulders.

Miharu nodded with a slightly tense expression.

「Alright, since I have already introduced about the three of you to Seria-sensei, I will talk a little with him」

After taking a sip of tea to calm his thirst, Rio turned his gaze towards Seria who was sitting next to him.

「I've briefly explained about sensei's situation including the introduction with Miharu-san. And forbid them to talk about it. Now I will introduce the three of them to sensei 」

See So, thank you. Rio 」's

Seria smiled gently at Rio.

"It's okay …… . Because Sensei is my benefactor 」

Rio answered her with a reddened face.

「……. Me, never did anything like that to you. Why have you come so far ……. 」

Seria replied in a slightly apologetic tone and a slightly amazed expression.

"There is no such thing . Because I would be completely alone in that school if it wasn't for sensei .... 」.

「It looks like you are really trying to be alone just?」

「That's because sensei was there. Because I hope to be alone in such a place will be hard for my mind in various ways 」

「..... But, it's because I'm your sensei, it's natural to worry about my disciple」

(That's a lie.)

That's what he felt when he said that.

Compared to the other disciples, Seria turned out to be very close to Rio.

(I wonder what the reason is?)

At first he vaguely noticed it.

Although he could not remember it because it had been a long time.

Seria remembered a little about the beginning.

As she thought about it ——.

"Yes nih . That's why I thank Sensei. Thank you very much"

Rio said his thanks while looking a little embarrassed.

When their line of sight intersected.

「……. You welcome"

Seria replied while slightly twisting her gaze from Rio.

His face was slightly red.

While smiling lightly, Rio sent a fleeting glance towards Miharu.

After which, the three of them stared amaically at Seria and Rio's affairs.

When their line of sight coincidentally met her, their "Sut" instantly shifted their gaze.

(What am I wondering?)

Rio slightly tilted his neck.

「Uhm, alright then I will introduce the three of you to him. First is from Miharu-san 」

Thinking that it would be bad to stop him forever, he decided to introduce the three of them immediately.

「You-Yes. Please take care of me 」

Miharu answered with a little awkwardness.

「Although I already introduced her to Seria-sensei a while ago, this person is Miharu Ayase-san. Age 16 years 」

Rio introduced Miharu.

Miharu's bowing lightly to Seria while peeking towards her.

Seria returned her bow with a smile.

「And then, the girl beside him is Aki Sendou-san, she is 13 years」

Aki was bent with a stiff posture.

Seria bowed to him while smiling.

「He's Masato Sendou-kun, he's 12 years」

Masato also bowed to her with a stiff posture.

When Seria bowed to him with a smile on her face, Masato's face flushed red.

Aki who quickly guessed the situation from his side looked at him attentively.

"By the way . There is something I want to ask but ……. 」

After a brief introduction, Seria pulled Rio's sleeves from her side.

His expression was as if he was a bit reluctant to ask her.

"Yes nih . Whatisit? 」

Rio pressured Seria to ask his question.

「Uhm, I want to know why you can speak in their language？ Could it be that you used some kind of spirit art?」

「……. . I see, it's only natural that you have such a question 」

Section 5

Rio smiled wryly as he said that.

He had anticipated such a question before.

If he wanted to, he could deceive him by saying that he used spirit arts.

But, the lie will be revealed as soon as Seria can talk to Miharu.

That was why it seemed like he had no choice but to tell her the truth.

However, although he could not deny that it was an unmotivated excuse, this was probably the best chance to tell him.

The world was pure white to Rio's former.

It's a color that can't be identified.

Sometimes after being reborn in this world, no matter what he heard or what he saw, for Rio it was just wrong.

Revenge against Lucius, his attached attachment to Miharu —-.

He continued to live because he was only attached to those vague emotions.

But, since who-know-when, he began to realize the color of the world.

But it was just a little at the beginning.

It was of course a beautiful color.

And the first one to make him aware of that color was Seria.

But, Rio at that moment did not have such a looseness to believe that feeling from the bottom of his heart.

After leaving the Bertram kingdom and staying in the Seirei no Tami village, going to the Yagumo region and staying in the Karasuki kingdom, the room opened in his heart bit by bit, the color of the world increased little by little.

Although he still has not given up on his revenge, the current world after he met Miharu is filled with colors.

He could have become like this thanks to the many people he has met to date.

That's why, he thinks that this is the best opportunity.

For the people who compromised with him like that until now, because now he would make his own compromises.

This is the first step.

「Auto it――」

It was not because he could not take a step forward if he did not tell the truth.

Rio was thinking of telling his secret of his own accord.

He would not hate to tell her if it was for Seria who brought the first color in this world for him.

Even though he felt afraid whether he would believe her or not, but because he wanted to step forward.

That's why he smiled awkwardly.

「Because I originally lived in the same world as them」

And thus, he said the answer.