Chapter 138: Marry me!

"That’s right! And it’s also based on the premise that you’re in a relationship with me. Hehue!"

"Ugh! Don’t laugh like that—it’s kind of gross. Okay, my second question: do you really think Lys is going to go along with all this?" (Olivia)

"Huh? Haha! That’s where an interesting part of the plan comes in! Yeah, as you may have noticed, she herself seems to be trying to start a relationship, since she turned out to be more passionate than I thought. Haha! Although you, who know her best, must have noticed all that while you were following her from behind, right? Actually, I want to ask you, since you know her best: do you think she’ll give up on her interest in my husband?"

"...No, I don’t think so. It’s the first time I’ve seen her like this. She definitely likes your husband and is really willing to do whatever it takes. She even tricked me before with that bet... But, you know what? I think, before trying that open relationship thing, she’s trying to break them up or something like that." (Olivia)

"Yes, you even noticed that. You’re sharp, my dear Livvy, and you might be right, but it’s not that easy—especially since I’m aware of it."

"Well, I suppose so, right?" (Olivia)

"Of course it is. Well, the important thing here is that Lys really wants to start a relationship with my husband. She wasn’t even deterred by the fact that he was married or that she herself is a noble."

"Yeah, I really didn’t think she was that kind of person. Honestly, now that she’s fallen in love, she’s unrecognizable. Love really is a disgusting thing." (Olivia)

"Haha! You know, that sounded like a comment aimed at yourself, too. It must feel truly disgusting to love someone you know won’t love you back, and it must be even more disgusting to watch that person keep pursuing the person they love without holding back, unlike you."

"Ugh!... It’s clear now that you’re disgustingly good at understanding people.... Even earlier, when I got mad, it was to figure me out, right? You wanted to see if I could use all this to get what you wanted." (Olivia)

"(⊙ｏ⊙)Oh! , You really are impressive. I’m really starting to like you more and more!... Hell, let’s skip all that and get straight to the point! Marry me!; I want you in my life starting right now."

"Stop saying things like that as if you’re serious!" (Olivia)

"Oh, but I’m dead serious. I’m really starting to like you more and more. I love how we’re on the same page. I feel like you and I could team up really well to attract lots of cute girls, besides Lys. We’d be unstoppable."

"Ugh! I’m fine with just Lys... Anyway, back to the topic at hand, I think what you’re trying to do is get things to a point where jumping ship is no longer a good option, right? And then reveal everything."(Olivia)

"Hmm, more or less, but that ’revelation’ isn’t as specific a moment as you made it sound. Plus, you have to take into account a ton of situational and developmental variables, but the general idea, indeed, is that."

"Why are you so disgustingly good at this? How long have you been doing it?" (Olivia)

"Hey! Since we’re past the teasing phase, can you stop adding the ’disgusting’ part?"

"Hmm, you dodged my question, but I get it. And it’s like you said: there’s a possibility here that will never come again... and I don’t want to live with the regret of letting it slip by, but I want to clarify another point, which is—h-how much am I supposed to give up?" (Olivia)

haha!, judging by how red-faced and nervous she got, it’s obvious that even though she’s asking, she already knows the answer to that question.

"Yes, all of this is on the condition that you agree to give yourself completely to me and my husband."

"Huh? W-wait! Y-your husband too? Is that...?" (Olivia)

It seems she didn’t factor Astan into any of this, but it doesn’t matter.

Let’s use a little logic to help her understand.

"Yes, I understand your hesitation. It’s obvious that you’re only attracted to one sex, right? What a coincidence—Lys feels the same way. It would be impossible for her to try anything with someone of a sex she’s not attracted to at all—someone like you."

"Ugh!" (Olivia)

"But that’s what this is all about, don’t you see? Finding a way to keep things from getting stuck!"

"Yeah... I guess, if you put it that way, it makes sense. After all, it would be pretty hypocritical of me to complain if that’s what I want from her." (Olivia)

"Oh, it doesn’t matter if you’re a hypocrite, you know? My husband and I are, too. Haha! Even though we want anyone who joins our relationship to be attracted to both of us, neither he nor I even consider the possibility that we might be attracted to men. Haha! And you know, it doesn’t matter if you never end up developing a taste for my husband, but keep in mind that the same thing could happen with Lys."

"I get it. From the start, you’ve made it clear that this is still something whose outcome isn’t entirely clear, but it’s true that it’s an opportunity, and everything in life comes at a price. And at least you’re not something like corruption...You know? Honestly, for a time I was afraid that one day I might start sensing its presence in my mind, and even more so these past few days...." (Olivia)

"Yeah! Corruption really is a pain in the ass. Ahem! Anyway, even so, there might still be situations where, without meaning to, you get closer to Lys, even if you haven’t fully accepted the situation."

"... What do you mean by that?" (Olivia)

"I can tell you don’t have much experience, but when you’re lost in true pleasure, you stop thinking rationally; tastes and other things become blurred—they stop being relevant. Haha! Maybe a Lys lost in pleasure wouldn’t care if she’s kissing an Astan or a cute Livvy, for example."

"I-I see." (Olivia)

"Haha! Look how red you’re blushing! You really don’t have any experience with that sort of thing, do you?"

"O-of course n-no. Although it’s acceptable for elves starting at eighteen, we usually don’t do that sort of thing until we’re thirty or older. "Y-you’re the odd one out for even getting married so young!" (Olivia)

"Oh! That might be true. By the way, those are the opportunities we should take advantage of. And I’ll tell you this—it applies to you, too. Who knows what might happen to a cute Livvy caught up in desire and pleasure."

"Hmph! I may not have any experience or anything like that, but you’re underestimating me. I won’t lose my head over something as primitive as pleasure... but Lys, who’s human, definitely has a good chance. And even though I don’t really feel comfortable with it—because, in that scenario, the one doing it to her would be your husband—but..." (Olivia)

"It’s better than nothing, right? It’s either this or just being friends forever... or who knows—maybe later you’ll get even more extreme and join some cult or strange organization that offers you the same thing I do, but at a higher price... Hmm, I have a feeling you’d accept it and end up with a brainwashed Lys or something like that."

"N-no! I wouldn’t do that... At least, not as I am now....but what you’re saying is true. I don’t know what will happen later, and I don’t know what I’m really capable of. A year ago, I wouldn’t even have had this conversation with you, and I don’t want this to get worse or let me stray any further, so that’s why I’m accepting your proposal." (Olivia)

"Oh, sweet Livvy! This has been the smoothest conversation I’ve ever had. I’ve actually come to appreciate you more than I originally thought."

"Hmph, that doesn’t do me any good. You have to understand that, even if I accept, I still don’t have a shred of appreciation for you. And let me make this clear: I won’t give you everything—just my body; my heart isn’t included." (Olivia)

"Well, that’s obvious, and what I really meant was your whole body."

"Fine, as long as you understand. Although, even now, I still don’t get why you’re so insistent on wanting this body when there’s nothing good about it." (Olivia)

"Huh? What are you talking about now? Haven’t you looked in a mirror?"

"Yes, and that’s exactly why I don’t understand you." (Olivia)

"But you’re a cutie. Even with those glasses and long bangs, you can see how cute you are, and you don’t even need to take them off or anything—you’re perfect just the way you are. You’ve got that whole ’intellectual cutie’ vibe that I really like. Ever since I saw you, I’ve been hooked, and I’ll tell you that normally my tastes lean more toward mature, married women—and most importantly, voluptuous ones."

"Huh? Wait, what kind of twisted taste is that? And that’s totally the opposite of who I am." (Olivia)

"Exactly, you’re totally flat-chested, and that just goes to show how pretty you are. It seems like you could be even prettier if you took off your glasses, did your hair better, and got more sleep, but I already like you just the way you are. You’re a 1,100 out of 10!"

" S-stop with all those meaningless compliments. Like I told you, you can have my body; i-it’s not necessary to do things like that!." (Olivia)

"Oh, it seems like you’re misunderstanding something. It’s true that this negotiation might make it seem like I’m only interested in your looks and your body, but that’s not the case. From the very beginning, I was focused on liking you as a person, too. You know, if your personality had turned out to be shit, I would’ve kicked you out myself —after a few gropes, of course—as compensation for damages

"Huh?" (Olivia)

"But I’m really starting to like you in every way, and even if it’s just physical at first, I’m genuinely interested in winning your heart. You’re a cutie who’s really worth winning over, and I want you in my life from now on."

"N-no, wait, that’s not part of the deal. That... no." (Olivia)

"Yes, right now it seems like you don’t want me to do it, but even so, I’ll make sure it happens eventually. We’ve already made a connection; now it’s time to develop it further and see if something beautiful comes of it. I’m someone who takes responsibility for my actions, and, my lovely Livvy, I’ll truly put my whole heart into making you happy."

"I-I-I-I don’t need any of t-that.—Y-you’ll just have my b-body, and that’s it—n-nothing more, nothing l-less (≧□≦)ノ." (Olivia)

My words made her look really nervous again; I have to say, it’s actually kind of funny to see her like that.

Even so, I meant every word I said.