Chapter 71

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"It's because the Yumiera Dolkness from the parallel world destroyed humanity."

The shock of Sannon's words made the room fall silent. Patrick and I were speechless, and Elenora, sensing the uneasy atmosphere, remained quiet.

I destroyed humanity? The me from another world must have done something terrible. No wonder the gods are wary.

"Oh, why did Sannon have to say it?"

"Indeed. The reason Remun was there is also because of that. It's very much like you to be so authoritarian."

"I don't want to hear that from someone who shows up for someone's wedding. And to dismiss the end of the world in just a few words, isn't that strange?"

These gods seem to have a poor relationship. Both of them are showing signs of displeasure.

Sannon was the first to look away from the staring contest. She looked at me and said,

"Ask Remun about the rest. I will take my leave now."

"God! You're leaving already!?"

"Elenora. We probably won't meet directly again. But I will always watch over you."

"Really! I've been praying for so long, and I finally got to meet you!"

Sannon approached Elenora silently and gently hugged her. She quickly let go and turned away.

She was enveloped in the same blinding light as when she appeared.

When the light faded, there was no trace of the goddess Sannon.

As I was wondering what to say to the downcast Elenora, she suddenly raised her hands and shouted loudly,

"I can't be depressed! Because the god is watching over me! I will do my best! Watch me!"

Though she looked energetic, a hint of tears lingered in the corners of her eyes.

From now on, our relationship will revert to one where we only watch and pray for each other. I don't know what thoughts she had while visiting the church. Meeting the god she believed in just once must have meant something to Elenora—

"Oh! I can hear the god's voice! She says, 'Do your best!'"

"Right..." I thought. We just parted ways as if we would never speak again, and it's only been a few seconds.

As I was speechless, Remun burst out laughing.

"Hehe, Sannon is so awkward. She's been like this ever since she got hurt by getting too close to people. She tries to keep her distance, even though it's impossible."

Remun, who had been speaking brightly, suddenly lowered her voice and continued softly.

"She worries so much because she sees individuals. It would be easier if she saw the whole of humanity... "

"That's like not saying people's names and calling them 'big brother' or 'big sister,' right?"

"...I don't like perceptive big sisters."

"As a god who prioritizes the whole over the individual, you can't overlook a dangerous element that could destroy the world, right?"

I began to understand Remun's purpose.

She must have come to investigate me after learning that the me from the parallel world destroyed the world.

Realizing she couldn't hide it anymore, Remun spoke with a frown.

"I was secretly investigating, but Sannon ruined everything."

"I had my suspicions from the beginning."

"Well, my purpose is as you imagined. There's no point in beating around the bush. I'll ask directly—"

I could easily guess what her question would be. I have no intention of destroying the world. Whether she believes me or not, I can only answer "no."

However, Remun's next words were unexpected.

"Who are you, really?"

"That's quite abstract. What do you mean?"

"To put it another way... Are you really Yumiera Dolkness?"

I was about to answer that it was obvious but stopped myself at the last moment.

I have deviated too much from the original Yumiera.

I see. I understand what he means. Among the many parallel worlds, I must be the irregular one. Yumiera who reincarnated from Japan must be me alone.

But how do I explain this? How much information should I disclose?

Seeing me at a loss for words, Remun started talking unilaterally.

"It started the night before last. I told you that I can exchange information with my parallel self, right? Right. My parallel self was defeated by the parallel Yumiera. He proposed a joint front with Sannon, but... she's stubborn. He was defeated one by one."

Sannon must have defeated her too. The parallel Yumiera is strong.

Despite the insensitivity, I was impressed. Patrick, with a hint of anger, said,

"Remun, you think Yumiera will destroy the world? Yumiera wouldn't—"

"She will, Patrick. The original me bares her fangs at the world."

I pulled on Patrick's sleeve to hold him back as he was about to confront Remun. Remun, with a raised corner of his mouth, said to the confused Patrick,

"It seems like you have an idea, big sister."

"Yes. Before I answer, one question: Is the world on the brink of destruction the only one? What about the other parallel worlds?"

"I'm the only one who died in one world. The Yumiera in that world is much stronger than the others. In other worlds, Yumiera is... "

"Killed by Alicia and the other three members of the hero party?"

"...Who are you, really?"

I see.

The game's scenario progresses smoothly, and Alicia and the others defeat the final boss, the demon king, and the hidden boss, Yumiera, which is the main route.

Because Yumiera was too strong, Alicia and the others were defeated in the hidden boss battle, and with no way to stop Yumiera, even the gods perished, leading to the world on the brink of destruction.

The difference between these two types of worlds is only the outcome of the hidden boss battle. Before that, they must have followed almost the same history.

But what about this world? The scenario has deviated so much from the main route due to me.

At first, I thought it was strange that I would destroy the world. But it's not. What's strange and unnatural is that I am living peacefully here.

"That's right. To be precise, I am not Yumiera. I know the cause and the role Yumiera was supposed to play."

"Of course. You are completely different from Yumiera."

"Yumiera? Yumiera isn't Yumiera? What are you talking about?"

Patrick, completely left behind, said in confusion.

...Finally, the time has come to reveal my past life to him.

It will be a long story. I don't know where to start.

But there is one thing I want to convey.

"There are many circumstances, but I am who I am."

"...I'm sorry. I lost my composure. Yum... you are you."

You can just call me Yumiera.

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