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Actually, it was just living together, nothing special happened.

Because my physical condition was so miserable, I had to spend most of my time in bed.

And Belle listened to my help.

At first, everything was in her care from beginning to end.

Because I couldn’t even eat as I wanted.

After I grew up… No, since I had mostly taken care of everything on my own after giving birth to a newborn, it was very awkward to have someone feed me, but I couldn’t help it.

I found the situation extremely awkward, but Belle showed no signs of it.

No, there were times when we went beyond that and joked around.

“Now, let’s do it.”

“… … .”

“Ah- I said do it?”

“… You keep your mouth open.”

“You have to make the proper ah sound.”

“… … .”

It was difficult for me to refuse what she said because I was in a one-sided position, I couldn’t not be indebted to her, and I owed her my life.

In the end, I had no choice but to be unilaterally swayed by her.

However, there was a line that I could not compromise.

“It’s a bit… … .”

Even in this situation, there was a psychological resistance to allowing such a part to be helpless.

But despite my rejection, she

“Then do you plan to stay like this?”

“That’s… If it gets better, I—”

“Who do you think took care of you for a week in the first place? It’s already too late to worry about that.”

“… … .”

Because it was a straightforward opinion, it could not be refuted.

In the end, I had to experience having my body cleaned by a woman who was still in her right mind and not much older than me.

Of course, there is a line that cannot be compromised, so only the lower half of the body used its strength to block it.

Belle looked like she was wondering if that meant anything, but perhaps because my will was so stubborn, she gave in in the end.

Just like that, I am swayed by her, and sometimes… No, I felt troubled quite often, but most of the emotions I felt toward her were gratitude and regret.

It was natural.

There’s no need to go into the fact that she saved my life, because everything she did was for me.

… Even knowing that, there were times when it was difficult.

Fortunately, my physical condition improved quickly, and it wasn’t long before I was able to move my body to some extent, so I was able to handle that part on my own.

At this time, Belle seemed quite disappointed that she couldn’t tease me anymore.

Anyway, time passed like that.

Finally, the day came when I was free from bed.

“Phew… .”

Using only my own strength, I get up from the bed and stand on my two legs.

In the process, a slight pain flowed through my whole body and I inadvertently frowned, but I didn’t feel like I was overdoing anything.

“Recovery is really fast.”

Looking at me like that, Belle left a short comment.

“You sure have quite a bit of skill, right?”

At the words that followed, I inadvertently smiled bitterly.

You may be wondering if there is any relationship between resilience and skill, but the inherently better drone has better resilience.

It also varies depending on the person and various conditions, but in general, it is the same.

To explain the reason easily, it is because as a martial artist’s level increases, his physical abilities become stronger.

In order to have strong muscles, the muscles, blood vessels, and internal organs have to become stronger, and as a result, the speed of recovery also increases.

However, it is not as dramatic as the vampires or monsters with regenerative abilities in the story, but it is still quite meaningful.

The fact that I was able to move my body so quickly with an injury that would have required a normal person to lie still for months must have had a huge impact.

Of course, the effects of the potions consumed from time to time will also be significant.

… by the way.

‘You don’t know either.’

Although it was something I had vaguely guessed, I became convinced after the current conversation.

Bell doesn’t know exactly about my skills.

They seem to know that my skills are considerably superior for their age in that they sensed that he was about to kill the prince and ran away, but they have no idea that my skills are at the level of the Ten Swords level.

In a way, this is a natural thing to say.

It’s a bit hard to say it with my own mouth, but it’s a case that goes too far beyond common sense to discuss possibility.

‘… ‘I guess I’ll just leave it as is for now.’

I don’t think Bell’s attitude will change if I reveal my skills, and I don’t think I’ll reveal it to anyone else, but I didn’t think there was any need to reveal it.

Of course, if Bell asks, I have no intention of hiding it.

“But just because you can move your body now doesn’t mean you plan to get out of here right away, right?”

“… Of course.”

“Hmm… The answer is slow?”

Belle narrowed her eyes and looked at me.

Avoiding his gaze, I secretly sweated behind my back.

“I thought about it before, but Mr. Wade is really bad at lying.”

Belle said that with her eyes still wide open.

“… … .”

I also have self-awareness.

In fact, since long ago, whenever I lied, I would often get caught by people around me.

When it’s a lie that’s really necessary, I have the confidence to tell it calmly, but when it’s not that kind of situation, I feel guilty and it comes out on the outside.

Actually, it’s not that I didn’t think about it.

Now that I can move my body and use my magic to some extent, there have been a few times when I thought, wouldn’t it be a good idea to get out of here?

Although it was only at the level I had in mind, it is true that it was still a possibility.

“What are you going to do with that body now? I wouldn’t be able to properly defeat even a few bounty hunters.”

“… … .”

Certainly, if you go out like this, there is a high chance of getting caught or dying.

Knowing that, I planned to hide quietly even if I had to go out, but even then, it was clear that it wasn’t a good choice.

My body right now won’t be able to prepare for that emergency.

“Is it because you feel sorry for me? Are you trying not to cause any inconvenience? If that’s what you’re thinking, I’d like to tell you to throw it away right away.”

“… … .”

I couldn’t say anything.

Because it really hit the nail on the head.

“It is true that it is admirable to think of others, but you must also do it while considering your own body. Then what happens to my efforts if you catch me in vain? I’m just trying in vain. So don’t think too much and stay here until you feel better.”

“… Yes.”

I was completely dumbfounded by this perfect theory that left no room for refutation.

“Don’t think about anything else now, just think about recovering your body.”

“… I understand.”

Listening to Bell’s harsh words, I nodded heavily.

As she said, let’s put those thoughts aside and focus on recovery.

The debt I owe her will someday be returned with sincerity.

***

Bella has been in a strange mood these days.

The cause was Wade Heblon, a man who suddenly entered her daily life one day.

… Of course, rather than saying that he intervened in her life, it would be more appropriate to say that she let him out of her life, but that was not what was important to her.

Although Wade was saved from death, there was no clear reason.

It was just my body acting as it wanted.

I went through so much trouble to save him, so I didn’t feel like throwing him away, so I just kept him at home and took care of him.

… To be honest, it would have been possible to change his stance right now and collect a large bounty, but I didn’t feel like doing that.

Money is important.

Considering your own circumstances, it is very important.

However, I felt an unknown resistance to the act of selling him and Wade to the empire.

Although I thought about changing my mind several times, I eventually gave up.

And the result was a life as a caregiver that was not even possible.

You had to feed them, clean your body, and do all the little things with your own hands.

It was something that had absolutely nothing to do with her life up until now.

Even though I became an adult a long time ago, I have never been in a relationship.

Should I say that I didn’t have time for that?

I couldn’t afford that.

Because a normal life was not something she was allowed to live.

But suddenly I started living with a man of similar age.

Also, with a man whose face I like.

Just because I had no experience with a man didn’t mean that my every move was surprising or shameful.

Her sensibilities weren’t girlish enough to be upset by something like that.

The only thing I could do calmly was feed him food.

It was quite fun to make fun of Wade, who was embarrassed when he did something like that.

Even so, it was difficult to calmly touch his lower body, but Wade refused that part, so there was no problem.

Like that, taking care of Wade wasn’t that annoying or unpleasant.

Moreover, not long ago, he was able to move his body on his own, so there was no need to do that anymore.

However, Bella was still suffering.

Is this really true?

Was my choice wrong?

As Wade entered her life, her life changed dramatically from before.

Considering her goal, there was no way she wouldn’t worry about whether this was right or whether she could stay like this.

And the real problem is… … .

Crash─

“Uh, are you here?”

“… Yes.”

“Welcome.”

… Little by little, I began to think that this kind of life might not be so bad.

“Did you come back early today?”

Looking at the man welcoming her with a faint smile, Bella swallowed those thoughts once again.

Wade, who was able to move under his own power, began to actively help with household chores, although he still stayed inside the house.

Cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc.

When she first heard the doctor, Bella tried to stop him, asking why a sick person would do such a thing, but Wade’s will was strong, and in the end, Bella had no choice but to leave the work to him.

I felt a little uneasy about a man who had just become an adult doing housework, but surprisingly, Wade’s skills were quite good.

It’s hard to say it was perfect, but the texture was still in place.

“I prepared the meal. You didn’t eat, right?”

“… Yes.”

Not long ago, when she went out, Wade prepared a meal in advance and waited for her to return.

At first, the situation was very awkward, but recently, my thoughts began to change little by little.

It might not just be inconvenient and annoying. It got me thinking.

Every time I come home, he greets me, I eat with him, I say hello when I wake up in the morning, and we talk every day.

It’s like… … .

‘… ‘You look like a newlywed.’

“… … !”

Bella shook her head vigorously.

“… ? Why are you doing this all of a sudden?”

“… It’s nothing.”

okay.

I was just a little excited.

This was my first time in a situation like this, so I was just a little excited.

I never had any special feelings for that man.

So, Bella thought to herself.

Somewhere in my heart, I thought it wouldn’t be a bad idea to continue this life a little longer.

However.

Reality doesn’t always go as expected.

“It’s been a long time, ‘Old Moon’.”

Seeing the familiar face that appeared in front of her, she realized that fact.