Chapter 138

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It was a success.

I had successfully arranged some alone time for the two of them.

I struggled to contain my joy.

I wanted to hug Alice and cuddle her soft cheeks.

Ever since meeting Carlos yesterday, I had been deep in thought.

Was it right to take Alice along with me?

At first, I had planned to take her along to meet Anna, thinking it was only natural.

But Anna’s savior wasn’t just me.

Everyone from the Golden Generation who was present at the scene was her savior, and especially Alice, who had a more direct role.

The fact that I had helped Anna meant that Frey (Alice) was probably there too.

Then, an unexpected thought crossed my mind.

The day I followed Carlos to the orphanage while leaving Alice, who was writing her self-reflection, behind.

I had wanted Alice to have a bit of independence from me.

I was worried about her future if she relied too much on me.

Just like a chick that recognizes the first living being it sees after hatching as its mother.

Alice was showing signs of relying too much on me, beyond necessity.

Originally, the affection she showed should have been directed towards Eugene.

She should have approached Eugene first, not me, and I was supposed to become close to her much later.

The fact that her relationship with Eugene isn’t progressing is entirely my fault.

By now, there should have been a budding romance, with a pink veil over everything.

It should have been a relationship that was more than friends but less than lovers.

Yet, we’re still stuck in a relationship that’s neither here nor there.

If I spend the weekend with Alice, wouldn’t that interfere with Eugene and my relationship?

I wanted to be Cupid, but was I actually interfering with the budding romance of a young boy and girl?

Should I have just let Alice visit Eugene during his hospital stay?

But Eugene had refused all visitors.

Plus, I felt awkward about sending Alice alone while I went out to play.

I was in a bind, wracking my brain.

I spent the entire day in deep contemplation, trying to figure out the best course of action.

And this morning.

Upon hearing that Eugene and Leo had been discharged together, an idea struck me.

Yes, I’ll push them to spend time alone together.

Their relationship has grown closer through the cherry blossom festival incident and the hospital accident.

Now, even without me, they shouldn’t feel completely awkward.

The issue was finding a plausible reason…

Hehe, that was easily solved.

Alice felt guilty about Eugene’s injuries, and Eugene wanted Alice to feel no guilt.

Using that, I arranged for them to spend time together this weekend.

Something similar happened in the novel as well.

They had a library date under the pretense of borrowing books.

Each recommended books to the other and sneakily looked at each other’s profiles.

When their eyes accidentally met, they’d giggle shyly.

Yes, it’s really cute.

A pure, youthful romance that warms the heart.

Although I’d like to watch them from the side, having a third person around would only ruin the mood.

When it’s just the two of them, they can be more honest with each other.

Cupid Lucia will step back coolly.

I’m a little worried, but it’ll be okay.

Eugene and Alice are meant for each other, after all.

They’re fated lovers, destined by fate.

After their library date, they’ll definitely grow much closer.

It feels so satisfying to finally fulfill the role of Cupid properly.

Taking advantage of this momentum, I plan to actively push them together from now on.

But still, if they do end up together, please don’t forget Lucia’s contributions.

Even without me, they might have ended up together eventually, but thanks to my efforts, it’ll happen much sooner!

It’s a bit sad that someone more important to Alice than me will appear for Alice…

But, it can’t be helped, right? If the protagonist and the main heroine don’t end up together, what then?

For the sake of this world’s future, I really wish they’d start dating soon.

Lucia will always cheer for the two of them.

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And time passed.

The weekend when I had made plans with Carlos was quickly approaching.

In other words, it was also the day set for Alice and Eugene’s library date.

The yellow dress she wore during the cherry blossom festival was damaged during the fight and couldn’t be worn anymore.

It was such a good match, but it’s a shame.

Still, I had bought plenty of outfits for Alice in preparation for today.

Even though I’m clueless about fashion, I tried my best to choose clothes that suit her charm.

It wasn’t as hard as I thought.

After all, Alice looks good in anything she wears!

“Hey, you look so cute and pretty!”

“R-really?”

“…Of course. Alice looks good in anything.”

I dressed her in a light blue off-shoulder blouse and dark skinny jeans.

I tried to give her a more mature vibe despite her young appearance.

Even with this outfit, she still looks young…

Hehe, it’s a surprise.

It’s different from her usual style, isn’t it?

Alice, enjoy Eugene noticing your different charms.

Even though they’re just meeting at the school library, I wonder if they need to wear casual clothes. But, in any relationship, attention to small details is important from the start. 

Last time, Eugene came in school uniform for their meeting outside the academy, which was strange. 

I hope he’s a little regretful about his lack of thought. If not, I’ll bite his finger off. I’ll lick his tongue and suck on his lips.

“Are we going?”

“Hehe, I have to keep my promises.”

“Hmm, I guess I can’t interfere with your decisions.”

Frey looked at me sideways with an awkward expression.

Alice isn’t the only one in casual clothes.

I’m also wearing casual clothes, having prepared for an outing.

I didn’t intend to look good for Carlos.

Since I’m meeting kids, I didn’t pay much attention to my outfit.

The clothes I’m wearing now are the casual tracksuit I bought when I first went out as Lucia.

A black base with red mixed in, giving it a Yankee vibe.

With the cap pulled down, my golden hair covers my chest.

The matching tracksuit pants cling tightly to my legs.

They gently hug Lucia’s slender legs.

The zipper is zipped up to the chest, but it’s a bit tight.

It fit perfectly when I first bought it, but now it’s a bit snug.

Maybe my bust has grown since I changed my bra size. I’ve known it for a while, but it really hits home now.

It’s tight enough to be uncomfortable, but not unbearable.

In fact, it feels good to have it snug.

My bust is more prominent, but so what?

“Is that okay?”

“What is?”

“Me and Alice meeting Eugene.”

“Why would that be a problem?”

What’s the issue with Alice (Frey) meeting Eugene?

No matter how I think about it, there’s no problem. In fact, not meeting would be the problem.

“You like Eugene… No, never mind. Let’s drop this topic.”

Why did you stop mid-sentence?

Now I’m curious.

Frey glanced at the clock on the wall and said,

“It’s almost time. You should head out first. We’re meeting within the academy grounds, but you have to go outside the campus, right? If you drag your feet, you’ll be late for your appointment.”

“Ah, it’s already time.”

I didn’t realize how much time had passed while dressing Alice and Frey.

Even though it was to show Eugene, Alice looked so adorable in her different outfit that I wanted to hug her tightly.

Come to think of it, I already hug her a lot normally.

I wanted to hug her tightly now too, but I held back because I didn’t want to mess up her outfit.

“Then I’ll head out first. Alice, don’t be too nervous. You already know what kind of person Eugene is, right? Frey, you don’t need to feel too guilty about Eugene either. He’s not bothered by it at all.”

“I already know. I wasn’t worried about it anyway.”

“Se, see, you, later…”

I smiled brightly at them as I left the dorm.

The meeting place, surprisingly, wasn’t the orphanage.

I thought for sure we’d meet at the orphanage again.

Carlos suggested we meet in a bustling area a bit away from the orphanage.

Maybe they’re out for a group outing since it’s the weekend.

I quickened my pace.

It’s better to arrive early and wait than to be late.

Last time, Carlos carried me comfortably, but this time I had to find my own way.

Since it wasn’t a walkable distance, I waited for the bus at the bus stop near the academy gate.

There wasn’t a direct route to the meeting place.

It’s impressive that Carlos didn’t get out of breath even after carrying me and running that distance.

Well, Lucia could recover her stamina with super regeneration too.

Sitting on the bench, swinging my legs, the bus I was waiting for soon arrived.

After getting on and off a few times, I finally arrived near the meeting place.

Now, let’s walk the rest of the way.

“?”

The clear weather. A cool, pleasant breeze tickled my hair.

Humming a tune as I walked, I tilted my head in confusion.

I looked around quickly, rolling my eyes.

Cars driving on the eight-lane road.

Ginkgo trees decorating the sidewalks and people passing by.

Everything was just an ordinary, unremarkable scene.

“Strange…? I felt like someone was watching me…?”

But no matter how much I looked around, there was nothing suspicious.

I felt someone’s gaze, but was it just my imagination?

Hmm, maybe it was just my imagination.

I brushed off my worries lightly and quickened my pace again.

Even if it wasn’t a mistake, I wouldn’t pay much attention to it.

After all, Lucia is a beautiful girl.

I’m used to receiving attention by now.

Hehe, this sounds so narcissistic.

But it’s true. Lucia is pretty.

The problem is that what’s inside doesn’t match the outer appearance.

After getting off the bus and walking for about 15 minutes, I finally arrived at the meeting place.

Let’s see, is this the right place?

In front of the square with the statue of the God of War.

Yes, this is it. I’ve arrived correctly.

“I’m a bit early.”

I checked the time on my wristwatch.

I arrived earlier than expected, with 10 minutes to spare before the meeting time.

Carlos and the kids from the orphanage hadn’t arrived yet.

I stretched deeply.

They’ll probably come soon.

In the meantime, let’s look around.

Since it’s my first time here, everything feels new.

The statue behind me was the landmark of the square.

It’s been guarding this place for over 70 years.

In human history, the higher species of monsters, the Demonic Beasts, have descended six times.

The fifth Demonic Beast was slain by the commander, and this statue was erected to commemorate his achievements.

The Commander.

His title is the God of War.

The greatest force on the human side, the only person capable of slaying a Devil alone.

Come to think of it, even in the novel, the God of War’s setting wasn’t fully explored.

There were only hints that he lived a long time, but it was left unresolved when the story ended.

The Commander only made a brief appearance towards the end, and the story concluded with Eugene’s awakening.

“Huh?”

Looking around with interest, I let out a puzzled sound.

I thought I saw familiar blue hair on the opposite sidewalk just now?

Narrowing my eyes, I looked around again, but the blue hair was nowhere to be seen.

Was it just my imagination again?

Well, it must be.

At this time, in this place.

There’s no way Alice would be here.

She’s probably on her library date with Eugene right now.

Author Note

A/N (Author’s note):
Cupid’s arrow (missed).

Translator Note

T/N (Translator’s note):
This Cupid is so incompetent that she used the arrow she stabs herself with (for masochistic activities) to shoot the boy and girl, making them both fall for her, smh…