Chapter 41

My view was dyed white momentarily then the familiar view of our my parents blacksmith and appraiser shop appeared .

Opening the door I stepped inside .

The familiar doorbell rang out and my mother who was standing inside turned around .

Welcome home Arnos-chan! my mother says happily jumping on me . How was todays test?

I won .

My mother smiles happily at me and pulls my head into her chest .

Mouu, Arnos-chans a genius! Youll be a splendid demon emperor when you grow up . If Arnos-chan becomes a demon emperor youll surely make a wonderful town . Mother will definitely live there! I look forward to it!

Nn?

You know about demon emperors mother?

Of course . Because its Arnos-chans dream, mother examined it thoroughly! Its where you govern an area of Deiruheido . I went to that castle thats nearby and listened to various stories . I was also able to have a short audience with the demon emperor Erio Roodwell-sama .

Because I said I wanted to go to the demon king academy did you think I wanted to become a demon emperor?

You even investigated them and met one .

Is this a parent? No, its more like my mothers ability to take action is amazing .

Ive no real desire to become a demon emperor . If I think about Avos Dillheavia then eventually Ill need to prove that Im the real demon king of tyranny .

Oh well, its close enough to the truth to be mostly correct .

That demon emperors family name was Roodwell? Where have I heard that before?

Un . Arnos-chans teacher Emilia-sensei is Erio Roodwells daughter .

Aah, I see . That Emilia is huh?

That explains why she gets so uptight about royal criticism .

What did you talk about when you had your audience?

Its a group audience but it was a great opportunity to listen, also only people with special permission may talk .

Fumu . Is that so?

I guess if a demon emperor was to listen to every single person there wouldnt be enough hours in the day .

By the way mother, the number of people have increased today . Is that okay?

Eh . . ?

My mothers face becomes serious as she timidly peeks behind me .

. Arnos-chan . . by any chance . . is your third bridea boy!! my mother shouted in surprise when she saw Rays face . Is that right? A boy? That is a boys uniform right? Like Arnos-chans?

Indeed . Im Ray Grandori . I just started yesterday but were friends .

My mothers expression suddenly brightened .

Thats good . Mother was worried . Arnos-chan has only bought girls home so I was concerned he couldnt get along with other boys . Thats right . Its okay . Arnos-chan isnt the type of person who just seduces girls!

Were you worried that much mother?

I can see why youd think that . I didnt know until today how good it was to spend time with a man .

2000 years ago I didnt care about gender . If they matched personality-wise with me Id show them my disposition .

Well, it did depend on the other party but Im strangely matched with Ray .

. A manis fine . ? my mother muttered under her breath with a blank look on her face .

A . ArArnos-chan is . . Arnos-chan is

My mother stepped back, staggered a bit and shouted out

What should I doooooooooooo!? Arnos-chan has come ouuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuut!!!

My mothers switch has been flipped again .

Is something about this situation strange?

Eh . ? No no no, nothing is strange . Nothing is wrong with Arnos-chan .

So far, rather than saying its strange I think this is normal .

I never minded if the other party was a man or a woman but I think Im finally starting to understand normal feelings somewhat .

I made it strange? . . Really . ? Right, its normal . . normal . You like boys . Theres nothing wrong with that . Theres nothing wrong . Please wait a minute .

My mothers grabs Misha and Sasha with tremendous force .

Did you both know?

Sasha spoke calmly to my upset mother .

. Errm, can you calm down first?

Youre right . Mother shouldnt become useless and panic . Arnos-chan showed courage in coming out . I must accept it!!

Sashas face became expressionless and Mishas face that is always expressionless somehow became even more so .

Though he said he didnt know until today Im sure Arnos-chan was deeply troubled by it . Hes said before he was different . Was he rushing to marry Sasha-chan and Misha-chan because of that? He tried to trick his own feelings . Because Misha-chan wasnt enough he started dating Sasha-chan as wellhe proposed . . and drove himself into a cornerbut . . you cant lie to your hearrrrrrrrrt!!

Misha, do you have anything to say . ?

Magnificent story . .

My mother turned around to Ray .

Ray-kun!

Yes .

Its okay . Mother supports you . Even men are fine! Your feelings of love are the most important thing . Thats why you dont have to lie about your feelings . Its okay!

Ray smiles .

Arnos . May I ask whats going on?

Just a small misunderstanding on my mothers part . Well, I guess Ill explain

At that moment the studio door opens with a bang and my father appears but for some reason, he stands still in the doorway .

. Arnos, it was hard . but you did well . Suddenly my father appears to be overcome with emotion .

I understand your feelings a bit . In fact, long ago, I had my eye on a cute little boy . . !

Isnt that a crime?

Theres no help for what you like . Father can understand you . Youhow did you do it?

. Eh?

I mean, did you put it in!? In that case, father can really understand you! But if you let it be put in, thats beyond fathers understandingI want to understandI want to understand and do it

My father speaks in a quiet but earnest voice .

Did it feel good?

Father . .

He seems to have stopped after confessing .

Whatever, this is my usual father after all .

Lets just ignore it .

By the way . You both dont seem to have noticed but theres another person besides Ray .

Wait Arnos! Are you mad? This situations already out of control .

Sasha quickly jumps in .

No problem . Ill explain it all later .

Misha leans her head to one side in doubt .

You havent given a proper explanation even once!

Misha nods deeply at Sashas words .

Dont underestimate me Sasha .

Misha blinked a few times .

Youve been useless regarding this matter so far .

Misha nods in agreement again .

Ahahashould I hide . . ?

When Misa spoke my mother and father seemed to notice her for the first time then they both smiled .

Ah, welcome . Im sorry for not greeting one of Arnos friends .

Ouu . We showed you something a little strange . Please relax . Whats your name?

Why is Misa the only one who gets a normal conversation!? Where did the two-timing, bigamous homosexuality go!? (1)

Sashas cry of protest rang out throughout the house .