Book 9: Chapter 19


    Here, Onii-sama.


    I looked at the mask Freya handed me. I hesitated for a moment before asking, Whats this?


    A mask.


    I know its a mask. This mask can cover up your entire face, so youre basically going to have to identify people by their lips once theyve worn it on I looked at the mask in my hand that gave off a particrly wild vibe. I asked, Dont you think this mask is really unsafe to wear?


    It cannot be helped, Onii-sama. Her Majesty wished to participate; hence, we must wear masks. If she, alone, wore a mask, she would stand out. As such, we have to get everybody to wear a mask But it is fine, Onii-sama. You must believe that you will be fine this time. I have already distributed the masks.


    Freya proudly straightened up her posture. She then added, Further, this can be considered a small present for you. You can go and see the Princesses in a bit.


    What did you do?


    Come on! Put the mask on, Your Majesty!


    Freya went up on her toes and forced the mask onto my head. She then took out another mask and wore it on for herself. Her mask resembled a bird.


    Freya spun around before me in a lively manner, and then grabbed my hand to run outside. I felt that it was still early. Its only morning, after all. However, Nier was gone by the time I woke up.


    <em>It appears that theyre all really looking forward to this festival.</em>


    Freya led me downstairs. There were two people in therge hall waiting for me already. I dawdled for a moment. The two individuals werent strange per se, as they wore their masks normally, but


    <em>Why are they wearing the exact same dress and mask?!</em>


    I looked at Freyas pleased look.


    <em>You want to confuse me as to who my wife is? Impossible. Ive been in love with Lucia for over a decade, while Ive had physical contact with Niers body for two months. I can identify Nier just by physical contact. How could I possibly not identify them?</em>


    I reached my hand out and suddenly felt that the feeling wasnt right


    <em>Based on this size Hmm its off Shes not Lucia for sure, but are Niers this big? </em>


    I looked at the individual in front of me with suspicion. I gave a few squeezes then turned to look at Freya, but what I saw was her pale face


    Your Majesty, what are you doing?


    I suddenly heard a voice from behind, so I spun around. I saw a familiar silhouette in the exact same robe. She had her head tilted as she looked at me.


    <em>Thats Nier. This voice belongs to Nier So who am I touching right now?! Who?!</em>


    Umm Your Highness


    The person next to the small physique froze up and struggled to say, I dont think you can do this despite the fact that were mother and son


    WHAT?!


    I stepped back as if I got electrocuted, and consequently, tripped into Niers embrace. I think I had a worse expression than Freya in that moment. I looked at the person I just grabbed with terror.


    <em>No wonder why the feeling was so unfamiliar. So it was it was</em>


    She finally couldnt hold it in.


    All right, let me tell you it was.


    Elizabeth removed her mask andughed loudly. She didnt mind my rude behaviour just now. Sheughed until she started tearing up. She panted and remarked, This mask sure is incredible. Not even my son could tell it was me. Son, you thought I was Nier, didnt you?


    I-I see


    I looked at mom feeling iparably awkward and said, Sorry Mom umm I really couldnt tell it was you


    Its all right. Its all right. Mommy doesnt mind. It was once your source of food, so Mommy doesnt mind it.


    Momughed heartily then put her mask back on. I looked at the three women next to me, who looked the exact same. I then looked at Freya with a stupefied look. I smiled helplessly and asked, Freya, whats this about?


    Freya looked at me and panicked as she eximed, I swear to God that I did not get Her Majesty to dress that way.


    It really didnt have anything to do with her, Son. I, myself, wanted to do this.


    Mom turned to look at me. With a smile she exined, I think that its a bit more fun for me to participate in this sort of celebration this way. Mommy isnt the Empress here. Here, Mommy is just an ordinary woman, so mommy has no need to be different to Nier. I can freely have fun now.


    Ah I see how it is


    What? I think its very bing of me.


    Mom looked down at herself feeling a little uneasy. s, she couldnt see too clearly because of her mask. Honestly, there was nothing wrong with her. This is the white dress with gold edges that Nier likes. Nier and Lucia are both still very young; therefore, this sort of clothing suits them. As for Mom Mom looks really young, too. Hence, there was no major problem, except it didnt suit moms expression too much. After all, faint colours in spring on sunny days didnt go with Moms proud nature too much. That issue was ovee with the mask, though.


    Freya gave a deep bow then smiled, I hope you all have fun, then. You can go for a stroll now. The climax is in the evening. I hope that you can all enjoy it.


    I looked at Freya and asked, Arent youin?


    Ah, I will be going. It is just that there are still some minor matters to settle in the pce. I will be there soon. When the timees, if you could recognise me, I would be very happy, Onii-sama.


    Freya winked slyly, and I smiled, but didnt say anything. My wives suddenly rushed at me from two sides, with one upying a side each. They snatched up my arms before my Mom could and dragged me away by force.


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    A few minutester at His Majestys bedroom.


    Madam Freya!


    When she saw the maid, Freya said, I came to grab some stuff for Onii-sama.


    The maid nodded then bowed and left. No outsiders were allowed into His Majestys room. They were not even allowed to peek inside. The maid, therefore, had to leave when Freya entered. Freya pulled the door open and entered.


    His wife is meant to tidy the room, but Nier went straight off to get her makeup done this time; thus, she hadnt tidied up. His Majesty had just subconsciously tidied up the bed a little.


    Freya walked up to the side of the bed. She felt that she could still detect her Onii-samas warmth. She checked around her. After confirming that there was nobody around, she snatched up her Onii-samas pillow and buried her head in it then began taking in big breaths.


    Aaahh!! Onii-samas scent Onii-samas scent Onii-samas warmth Its the same as being hugged by Onii-sama When will you hug me again, Onii-sama? I want to sleep with Onii-sama again so much!


    Freya rolled around on the bed as if she was insane. This was a very rare opportunity for her. She was the only one in the pce. Lucia wasnt around, and neither was Nier. She had been waiting for this opportunity for a long time. She sniffed the scent he left behind on his pillow with all her might and rolled around on his bed with a bright smile.


    One more breath one more breath, and then Ill go find Onii-sama Ill lie here for just a while longer


    Freya buried her head in his nket she had just tidied up and took in deep breaths


    Madam Freya?! What are you doing?!


    The air froze in an instant


    Not just for Freya. who was inside alone, but also Gerald


    You cant peek into Onii-samas room! What are you doing here?! Get out! Get out!! Im going to kill you!! Im going to kill you!!!!!