"Where... Where am I...?" ［Yuna］
The young lady asked softly, her voice trembling subtly. There was a trace of fear and confusion in her eyes, waking up to an unfamiliar ceiling and an unfamiliar room. She clutched the blanket as if her life depended on it.
Thankfully. There was one figure who was familiar to her. He looked quite different from what she remembered him, but she could definitely tell it was him. Her one and only friend, and also the savior who gave her a new chance in life... It was Grey...
"Y-You are Grey... Right...?" ［Yuna］
"Yeah, that's right... Well... I may not be the Grey you know." ［Grey］
"Not the Grey I know... What do you mean...? No, first... Where are we...? I... I don't think I recognize this place..." ［Yuna］
"I guess it's like that. It's a little complicated to explain, but let's calm down first, alright? There is a lot we have to talk about." ［Grey］
The "Tear of Revelation", a potion Yuna made which improves sense, acuity, and intelligence... However, after it was mixed with the special tea she made, it has turned into a new potion whose effects have become reversed.
Rather than improving one's senses and intelligence, it actually removes themー or rather, it reverts them to a former state. It is not just the mind, but the body as well, wiping out all "memories" for a set period of time... The "Tear of Oblivion"...
Normally, by drinking the potion, one would suffer from a little sickness and then their body and mind will revert to a time which the drinker desires the most. Meaning, if one wants to, they can turn back to their younger self, both body and mind.
However, in Yuna's case, she only drank a few drops, not the whole bottle, making the effects minimal. First off, the time she returned to was random and secondly, only her memories were sealed. Right now...
"Yuna, can I ask you something?" ［Grey］
"Umm... S... Sure...? Go ahead..." ［Yuna］
"Then, can you tell me what the date today is?" ［Grey］
"The date... Umm... It would be the 3rd of Garn, Year 1766..." ［Yuna］
... It seems that Yuna's mind was thrown back to 3 years ago when Grey and Yuna were just living in the forest and Yuna had yet to reach A-rank. To herself, she was just a 15-year old who was suddenly thrown into an unfamiliar scene.
Grey doesn't know how long one will be stuck in such a state, but he does know that the Tear of Oblivion reverts them back after a week or when they are in danger. With just a few drops, it shouldn't take the young lady over a day.
"You're acting strange, Grey... Is there something wrong...?" ［Yuna］
"Hmm... I don't know how to tell you this... But we're in the future...?" ［Grey］
"The... future...?... Did you eat something strange this morning...?" ［Yuna］
"I ate perfectly fine, thank you. It was your cooking, after all. I'm just relieved that you're fine... Actually, Yuna...." ［Grey］
Grey didn't dawdle any longer and soon explained the situation to her confused fiancée from what the current date was, how old she was, where they were, the reason why they are in the situation they are now and everything else.
It was quite hard to explain since there were some new terms the young Yuna was still unfamiliar with, but one way or another, Grey got his way through and was able to explain the gist of it to the young lady, the latter taking it in quite well.
"So... To sum it all up... I accidentally drank a potion I made, got sick, and now, I can't remember anything that happened in the last 3 years?" ［Yuna］
"Yep. Pretty much... You're pretty calm about all this." ［Grey］
"Mmn... Well... It's because Grey looks older and I also look different in the mirror... I don't think you're lying... No. After all, Grey doesn't lie to me! Grey always teaches me everything, after all!" ［Yuna］
Said the young lady, pure and innocent, all the while striking arrows of guilt into Grey's heart. After all, he always teases Yuna ever since they started dating, lying playfully from time to time... The old Yuna was just far too pure and innocent.
Even the situation right now, he could have dispelled the potion effects, but he was so curious about what will happen, he just let it be. Of course, he also wants to teach Yuna a lesson, but his curiosity still carried the most weight,
"Then, Grey... Can I also ask something...?" ［Yuna］
"Ah, yeah... Go ahead." ［Grey］
"About the futureー No, about the events that happened for the past 3 years. Is there something I should be aware of...?" ［Yuna］
However, Grey's explanation was still far from over. Yuna suddenly asked a serious question out of the blue, her facial expressions a little gloomy and her hands tightly gripping the blanket, waiting for Grey's response.
Grey knew full well what she was asking about... It was regarding the incident that devastated her village. After all, for her amnesiac self, it was the reason she's been working so hard and also one of the reasons she continues to live.
Of course, Grey didn't hide anything from her and revealed everything that happened. From the events that lead to them discovering Iblis all the way to the destruction of their headquarters. Yuna listened to Grey's words attentively.
Surprisingly, Yuna didn't shed a single tear, and looked rather relieved. Though her mind has already forgotten, her heart remembers how much she already cried and how relieved she was after the incident. She has already moved on.
"Sorry, it must be a lot to take in. Do you need some time?" ［Grey］
"No, it's okay... I... I would prefer it if Grey stays here..." ［Yuna］
"I see... Then I'll be by your side..." ［Grey］
"Un... Please do... Hm?" ［Yuna］
And just after a flood of relief gushed inside her heart, a stream of curiosity followed soon after. While she moved her hand, she noticed something strange in her right hand. It was a ring she's never seen before, pretty as can be.
She was familiar with her armament ring, but the other one was new. She could feel magic dwelling inside of it so she knows it wasn't anything ordinary. A more careful look at it and she could tell it wasn't for combat either... She was curious...
"Grey, there's a new ring in my hand... It's so pretty..." ［Yuna］
"Oh, that... That's an engagement ring." ［Grey］
"Eh? An engagement ring? I'm engaged...?" ［Yuna］
"Yeah... And I gotta say... I really am a lucky man..." ［Grey］
Grey answered, chuckling as he showed the other ring in his hand. They were similar and just as pretty, glowing a nice silver glint as he raised it. She was amazed at first, Grey's words yet to click in, but when it did...
"Eh...? Ehh...? Ehhhhhhh?! W-W-W-We're engaged?!!" ［Yuna］
... A loud, ear-deafening scream boomed throughout the whole room and out the house. Yuna's face was painted with confusion and her face was flushed red, her brain overheating as she tried to process such information.
She just woke up to find out they were already 3 years into the future, and now, it was even revealed that her long-time crush had become her fiancé. She was so shocked, she forgot all other things they just talked about, passing out dramatically soon after.
It took Grey quite some time to calm down the young lady, and whenever she snaps back to reality, the moment she sees Grey again, her face explodes from redness, fainting once more from shock and embarrassment. It was an endless cycle.
Finally, after over half an hour of shock, Yuna was able to get a grasp of herself and things calmed down quite a bit. She was still embarrassed and hiding her face behind the blanket, only her blue eyes and red ears peeking about.
"Is... Is it true...? Are we really engaged...?" ［Yuna］
"Yeah. I proposed the day before our anniversary, and though there were some complications, I received your sweet 'Yes'." ［Grey］
"I... I'm not dreaming, am I...?" ［Yuna］
"Hahaha. I forgot you were like this 3 years ago... Should I give you a kiss to prove it? We've already done it a lot, after all." ［Grey］
"K-K-Kiss... A lot... Kissing... Kiss... Kiss..." ［Yuna］
The current Yuna was so pure and innocent, she immediately turned red just by the mere mention of kissing, steam rising from how hot her face was. She couldn't even look Grey in the eye, hiding her face behind the blanket even more.
Yes... That's how it should be... His sweet and innocent Yuna. If it wasn't for Helen's vile and wicked influence, she might still have a portion of her current self back. The more Grey thinks about it, the more he wants to give Helen another scolding.
Well, not that Grey hates Yuna's true current personality. He just wishes she reads less of those weird books Helen recommends. She always reads them when they are together, but gets embarrassed when asked about it. Such a strange girl.
"Kissing... I wonder what it feels like..." ［Yuna］
It was only a soft mumble, but it rang clearly inside Grey's ears. The amnesiac Yuna may be pure and innocent, but she was still curious about such things, touching her lips softly as she wondered about such a question.
"Then, do you want to try?" ［Grey］
"Eh?! Ah! I-I-I was only mumbling to myself! A-And I couldn't be so selfish to ask that! A-After all, I don't want to trouble Grey, a-andー" ［Yuna］
"It isn't troublesome at all, and... I'm your fiancé, you know? You might not remember it, but I really spoil you a lot. Don't hesitate to ask if you want something." ［Grey］
"Umm... Anything...? Can I ask anything...?" ［Yuna］
"Yeah, anything. I will give anything for my lovely Yuna." ［Grey］
"T... Then... A kiss... I want a kiss from Grey..." ［Yuna］
The young lady asked as she peeked out of the blanket, her voice drying down as she gave her request and hid herself behind the blanket. It seems like she's still embarrassed about everything, face and ears red as can be.
Of course, Grey didn't let the chance pass by. He slowly and gently crawled towards the hiding young lady, and just as gently, let down the blanket before her. It unveiled an even redder expressions than he expected, her heart beating out loud.
"You really are lovely, My Dear..." ［Grey］
He whispered to her as he leaned in close for a kiss. The young lady soon closed her eyes and before long, an unfamiliar yet familiar sensation touched her lips, Grey's lips sealing hers as the warmth of their breaths danced in their mouths.
Yuna's delicate hands soon wrapped around Grey's neck, holding him closer as she relished their "first" kiss. Her mind might have forgotten, but it seems to not be the case for her body, burning hot and steamy deep inside...
"I... I kissed... I kished... Grey... Eyyy.... Fweesh...." ［Yuna］
... And by that, it meant that her mind was so overwhelmed from the kiss that her brain overloaded and her face overheated. She fainted yet again soon after, eyes swirling around and her mouth mumbling all sorts of intelligible words.
Grey had already expected it, but it seems like kissing was still too much for Yuna to handle. Well, he says that, but it's not like he doesn't understand it either. His heart is also beating out of his face, ears red as can be as he covered his face.
Yuna's face was still red when she regained her senses, and for some reason, there were tears forming in the corner of her eyes, the young lady looking like she might burst to tears any moment now. And when Grey asked her what's wrong...
"Sorry, Grey... I... I fainted on our first kiss... I... I'm the worst, aren't I...?" ［Yuna］
"That's because you weren't ready for it. And it's not like you're the only one. Even now, my heart is still racing, you know?" ［Grey］
"R... Really...?" ［Yuna］
"Yeah... Here, feel it." ［Grey］
... It seems like she was just anxious. Though, thanks to Grey's word of comfort, she soon calmed down and she could finally heave a sigh of relief. She was also very happy to feel Grey's heartbeats, feeling a sense of reassurance.
With that out of the way, Grey also mentioned a couple things to Yuna she needs to be aware of like how high her skills and abilities are, the people they should know of, their position in society, and of course, her combat power.
Though the potion is supposed to seal most of her power, since she only drank a few drops, she was still at Disaster-Class. Though Grey knows she won't use her powers recklessly, it was better to tell her everything just in case.
"Hmm... I guess that's all there is for now... Ah, right! I was actually cooking lunch before I came up. It's already past noon, but should we head downstairs?" ［Grey］
"Do you need any help?" ［Yuna］
"Hahaha. Don't worry too much. You're our patient right now, so you just need to rest and relax yourself. I will take care of everything." ［Grey］
"But I feel bad for leaving everything to you..." ［Yuna］
"Like I told you, you don't need to worry about it. Your fiancé is not so weak, he'll break from a couple of chores now, am I?" ［Grey］
Yuna wanted to help out at first, but after a little bit of convincing, Grey was able to make her just relax and enjoy the day. Well, actually... All he just needs to do is call himself her "fiancé" and she immediately nods her head... It was a magical word...
All jokes aside, Grey and Yuna soon came downstairs, and the first thing that greeted them was a set of unfamiliar figures... Well, for Yuna at least. They were the familiars and spirits, now hanging around the house and waiting for their Masters.
Of course, as Yuna doesn't know of them, she immediately hid behind Grey's back as if finding refuge and clinging onto his shirt like a little kid. All the familiars and spirits' eyes were on her, making her feel a little nervous.
"Master! You finally came down! What happened?!" ［Canopus］
"Second brother, you are too loud. Please manage your voice." ［Altair］
"We heard something happened to the Mistress. Is everything okay?" ［Sirius］
"Did someone hurt the Mistress, Master?!" ［Scheat］
Though, it seems like Yuna wasn't the only one nervous. The familiars and spirits were also anxious, really worried about what happened to their beloved Mistress. They already heard from Alpheratz, but they want to see it for themselves.
Grey didn't waste any more time and quickly explained the situation to everyone. He didn't go into the specifics, but he did tell them that Yuna currently doesn't remember them, and what her current personality is.
While he did so, he continued to hold Yuna's hands to calm her down and it may be because they were really worried about her, but Yuna realized soon they weren't bad people. They were the people Grey briefed her about a little while ago.
"Uuu... Mistress... Our poor Mistress... She's forgotten us..." ［Canopus］
"Don't be so dramatic, Second Brother. This is only temporary." ［Rigel］
"That's right! So get ahold of yourself already!" ［Procyon］
"And so that's the case, so I would really appreciate it if you turned into your wolf pup forms for now. Yuna right now isn't really used to people." ［Grey］
"By your will." ［Sirius］
A quick request from Grey and everyone immediately nodded their heads. A series of poofs and pops soon echoed in the air and before long, everyone turned into tiny and adorable wolf pups, looking all cute and cuddly.
"Waah～... So cute..." ［Yuna］
Yuna was still not good with strangers, but seeing them in their wolf pup forms, she slowly let her guard down, admiring them from afar. With a little help from Grey, he led her to them and slowly but surely, guided her hand to pat them.
She was a little startled at first, but she quickly got used to them, smiling brighter and brighter the more she interacted with them. She soon started to giggle as she was surrounded by such cute and fluffy things, smiling ever so innocently.
The spirits were not left out either. While they couldn't shapeshift like the familiars could, they can at least shrink their size and make themselves look more adorable, playing cheerfully with Yuna soon after.
"Then, I'll leave her to all of you. I'm just gonna cook lunch for a quick minute." ［Grey］
"Do you not need any help, Master?" ［Sirius］
"I can handle this much by myself. Just look after Yuna, and make sure she has funー Ah! You can play games with her as well or view some photos." ［Grey］
"Can we also go outside, Master?!" ［Vega］
"Sure. Just make sure to not go too far and don't go overboard as well. I'll call you all when lunch is ready." ［Grey］
With Yuna and the others heading out to have some fun, Grey headed towards the kitchen and started cooking lunch. Some of the food he prepared has gotten cold now so he had to reheat them and start them over again.
As for everyone else, they simply headed outside and played in the fields for a short while, pointing out things here and there for Yuna to know where the places are, a lot of new sights greeting Yuna as her eyes swam left and right.
Yuna had seen the Sanctuary before, but it was completely different from what she remembered. It was much bigger than before and also has several structures she hasn't seen before, ranging from small sheds to massive facilities.
"Are those greenhouses...?" ［Yuna］
"Yeah! That's where the Mistress keeps all her herbs and magic plantsー" ［Vega］
"Magic plants!!" ［Yuna］
And though she might have forgotten a lot of things, it seems like she's still excited about herbs and alchemy alike. Despite her voice being soft and barely audible, she suddenly squealed and revealed quite the excited and sparkly eyes.
It wasn't just her eyes, but her head as well, turning left and right as she tried to see what kinds of herbs and magic plants were growing in the greenhouses. Though, she soon turned embarrassed upon realizing her actions.
"A-Ah, I... I'm sorry,.. I was too excited andー" ［Yuna］
"Fufufu! There is no need for apologies, Mistress. Rather, we are happy to see you so happy... Would you like to look around, Mistress?" ［Sirius］
"C-Can I...?" ［Yuna］
"Of course. It is the Mistress' greenhouse, after all. Whether you explore or pluck all the magic plants from there, no one would dare stop you. We are all at your command." ［Sirius］
Yuna still doesn't fully understand what was going on and still doesn't know who they were, but she knew they were people she could trust. She felt at ease with them and was happy to be able to enjoy her spare time with them.
The young lady soon nodded her head to Sirius' suggestion, and with bright smiles on their faces, they led Yuna around the greenhouse and showed her all the wonderful blooming flowers, weeping vines, olden trees, and many more.
After the greenhouse, they then explored more of the Sanctuary, hopping from facility to facility and even exploring the beautiful flower fields, Yuna's mouth opening wide from surprise as she indulged in the beauty of the place.
It was only when Grey called them over for lunch that everyone returned home, then heading towards the dining room where they were greeted by a beautiful array of delicious dishes and tasty desserts, sparkling like jewels.
"Waah～! There's so many～! Are we having a feast?!" ［Yuna］
"Hahaha. This is just normal though... Well, no matter. Just take your seat and get your plate. We'll have desserts later." ［Grey］
"U-Un!" ［Yuna］
There was no time to waste. As soon as Yuna took her seat, everyone else soon followed, then filling their own plates and glass. And as expected, every single dish was top-tier, all sorts of flavors melting in their mouths.
It was just a normal meal for everyone, but for Yuna, it was a wondrous feast she was tasting for the first time. Each bite was magical and each sip was filled with happiness as she enjoyed herself, smiling from ear to ear. Grey could only chuckle.
"Grey... You're chuckling... Did I do something wrong...?" ［Yuna］
"No, no, that's not it. It's just.. Even though you've lost your memories. Your appetite is still the same. I just found it cute." ［Grey］
"C-Cu...?! No that'sー" ［Yuna］
"Ah, stay still for a moment. There's some sauce on your cheeks." ［Grey］
Of course, what meal would be completed without some flirting shenanigans. Yuna turned red from every single advance Grey made, her heart fluttering like butterflies and her ears flapping with joy, embarrassed yet also filled with glee.
Lunch continued just like that, and after a hearty meal, came a fantastic wheel of desserts. Yuna squealed at every tasty treat she had, ears flapping like crazy and eyes glimmering with stars as she enjoyed them with all her heart.
Yuna thought her life was already complete, but unfortunately for the young lady, Grey still has a card up his sleeve... Well, he actually planned it with Yuna the day before, but now that she can't remember it, it might as well be a surprise... It was...
"Yuna, I'll clean the table and the dishes. Go head upstairs and find yourself a nice and comfortable dress to wear." ［Grey］
"Hm? Are... Are we going somewhere...?" ［Yuna］
"Yeah... Let's go on a date!" ［Grey］
CHAPTER 487 END