Chapter 31: Chapter 31 Come, I'll Teach You How to Confess
Suddenly, everything became simple. Morgan had been wondering how she could make the relationship between Ian and Artoria something special. Now, it seemed she didn't need to think about it so much. Those two had probably already gotten together in some corner where she couldn't see them. This saved her a lot of trouble.
"Confess—" Ian stopped clinging to Morgan and instead approached the question with utmost seriousness. "What is that for? Why should I do that?"
"..." After double-checking, Morgan was certain that the boy before her was not joking. After a moment of thought, she answered. "It's a method to let the other person understand how much you care about them. For your situation with Artoria, it's perfect."
"I see. But—I don't know how to confess." Ian looked directly into Morgan's eyes. The veins on his forearms bulged slightly. "What should I do? Tell me."
"..." Even though each sentence was short, Morgan could still feel the earnestness coming from Ian. If he wasn't interested in Artoria, there was no way he would act like this. Of course, Morgan didn't rule out the possibility that she was mistaken. But—there was no harm in trying.
"It's very simple," she said. "I'll teach you." With that, Morgan temporarily halted her investigation of the land beneath her feet. She took his hand and spoke softly.
"First step—you must be the one to actively take her hand. This way, you'll show your sincerity. Here, try it now."
"..." Following Morgan's words, Ian took her hand, which she had just let go of only moments before. "Very good. Just like that."
Morgan praised his learning ability and then continued. "Next, you look directly at her. Remember, it must be a very passionate gaze—you need to make it so she has absolutely no way of avoiding your eyes." "Understood." Replying to Morgan, Ian fixed her with his most sincere gaze. It was a look that the word "passionate" could hardly describe; Morgan found herself actually starting to blush.
"Like this, right?"
"Ahem, yes." Morgan gave two fake coughs. "You need exactly this kind of fiery gaze. Make it so Artoria has nowhere to run, and she'll have to face your words." "Then, what's next—what should I do then?" "Say, 'I love you.'" Morgan instructed Ian. "You have to say it with a super serious tone."
"I love you, Morgan."
CLANG. Morgan felt as if something had just struck her head. In her original plan, she was supposed to hear Ian say the words "I love you, Artoria" in front of her. But now, the object of the declaration had suddenly become herself. Even if the words were unintentional, facing this rather handsome boy before her, Morgan felt her heart couldn't help but tremble.
"Is that right?" Ian asked, checking for effect. "Can I just say it like that when the time comes?" "Y-Yes, that's fine." Recovering from the fake declaration of love, Morgan's expression was a little complicated. But she hadn't forgotten her goal. "That should be enough to win Artoria over. Just remember to say her name, not mine, understand?"
However, Ian didn't answer Morgan's concern. He just suddenly asked another question. "Morgan, you know so much about this. Is it because people tell you this often?" "..." "But of course!" she blurted out. "I am very popular in Britain!" The truth was obviously not so. Morgan was indeed beautiful. But—no one had ever said anything like that to her.
The reason was simple: outsiders had no chance to get close to the princess, and insiders understood Morgan's status and would never dare say such things. She was proud, but no one had ever paid that pride any mind. And so— Morgan realized this might have been the very first confession she had ever heard.
"So it's experience," Ian nodded thoughtfully. "Then I'll go find Artoria right now." "Don't!" Morgan stopped the action-oriented Ian. "If you want to try, wait a little while. If you go now, she probably won't have time to listen to you." After all, they were still supposed to be investigating the village's problems. "Understood."
Ian nodded, then spoke again as if remembering something. "If I'm still not sure, can I find you again?" "..." Morgan was silent for a moment, then smiled. "You're quite dedicated. But, no problem—if you want to practice with me, you can come find me anytime." "Okay."
"Then I'll go back to Artoria's side now." "Yes, go on." Watching Ian walk away, Morgan looked at the hand he had held. She felt a sour pang in her heart. Why does a knight like this belong to Artoria? You tell him to confess, and he immediately starts practicing. Why don't I have a knight like that? Wait...? Why am I thinking this?
The day of investigation quickly ended. Morgan didn't find another chance to be with Ian. This wasn't surprising. His interactions with her were, in the end, because of Artoria. Curled up on a haystack, Morgan slowly closed her eyes, an indescribable melancholy weighing on her.
But— The moment she entered a dream, she witnessed an extraordinary scene. CRASH— CRASH— In the pitch-black sky, sky-rending thunder echoed. Before the princess of Britain, a chaotic ocean churned and swelled. A massive dragon roared in the distance, then spread its enormous wings. Thump— Thump— Waves crashed upon the surface of the sea. Morgan subconsciously shielded her face with her arm, but then she felt a familiar magical energy. When she opened her eyes again, she saw a sight beyond imagination.
The figure that had always been in the crystal had now materialized. It was a woman with a stunning figure, but her eyes... her eyes were anything but normal. Obsessive thirst? Insatiable desire? Words like these could no longer describe her.
"Morgan—" "I've finally been waiting for you!" The mother named Tiamat gripped the princess's shoulders. "Tell me, right now! Did the magical energy I gave you help my son?!"
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