Published at 26th of December 2025 7:40 am

Chapter 483: Even if I Forget or Turn Away, the Facts Wont Disappear.

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They say enjoyable times pass in the blink of an eye. Of course, thats not wrong, but I think its not just that. Because everyday life, which mixes both joyful and painful things, all seems to have passed in a flash when you look back.

Phew I guess this is about it.

A little over half a year since coming to this world. Looking at the beautifully renovated exterior wall of the house against the red-dyed sky, I exhale contentedly to myself. At first, while the appearance was decent, the interior of this house was quite deteriorated, but now its almost like new well, not quite, but it should be fine for the next few decades.

By the way, the amount spent on this house up to today far exceeded the initial budget of 30 gold coins. This is because an amateur buying materials bit by bit through direct transactions inevitably becomes expensive, and I compensated for my lack of skill with the quality of materials.

However, thanks to that, this house has become quite fire-resistant and corrosion-resistant. Well, who would have thought Treant a moving tree demonic beast materials could be used like this. Normally, there were various problems with residual mana and such, but when I ended all of that together, only the sturdy material remained. Hehehe, effective use of the Demon Kings power oh, or am I the hero now?

Wow, its become quite splendid, hasnt it?

Really, its become so beautiful!

At that moment, my mother came out from inside the house, admiring my work with a look of appreciation. Tia was standing next to her, and they were both looking at the house together.

Tia and Mom? Whats up with you two?

We thought your work might be finishing up soon, so we came to see you. So, how is it? Are you done?

Yeah. This is my limit.

Anything beyond this would require major renovations involving tearing down walls. Or adding rooms, but thats beyond my skills.

No, no, this is impressive. At first, I wasnt sure what would happen, but I never expected youd do this much Thank you, Ed, its been a great help.

Haha, its nothing. I enjoyed doing it too.

Well, thats good. Come on, come inside now. I think Ill treat my hardworking son to something extra delicious today.

Oh, great! What did you make?

Its your favorite stew. And moreover

This time, I made the same thing! I wonder if Ed can tell which is which?

Eh, wouldnt it have been better to make different dishes?

That wouldnt be interesting! So, Ed, you get double your favorite stew, double! How about that, are you happy?

Oh, yeah. Well, sure.

I kind of wanted to eat different menus, but I couldnt possibly say that to Tia, who was saying this with sparkling emerald eyes.

Actually, the stew I ate after entering the house was simply delicious. The taste of both milk and tomato stews was so good that it was hard to choose between them, and in the end, I couldnt tell which was made by whom. But for some reason, Tia was in high spirits, and my mother was grinning hmm, mysterious.

Well, after all that, as I was lying on the bed in my room with a full stomach, there was a sudden knock on the door. When I got up and opened it, Tia was standing there.

Tia? Whats up?

I have something to talk about is that okay?

Yeah, sure.

I invited her into the room, and Tia and I sat side by side on the bed.

So, whats this talk about? Since you didnt say it earlier, is it something you dont want Mom to hear?

Well, yes. Its not so much that I dont want her to hear, but more like she shouldnt hear

?

As I tilted my head at her subtle phrasing, Tia swung her legs back and forth, looking up at the ceiling as she continued talking.

Hey Ed, its been about half a year since we came to this world, right? Every day has been so much fun, its passed in a flash.

Yeah, time really does fly.

Right? For me, an elf, its been almost dizzying well, Ive stopped being conscious of that lately. Both you and I are living much longer than normal.

Ah, thats true.

Including the first loop, I think about 150 years have passed in my subjective time, and moreover, without aging, staying in a young body. So even if five or ten years spent in one world feels relatively long, ten years in total doesnt feel that long. This is probably impossible for a normal humans perception.

So, um I dont think theres any need to rush at all, but

What is it? Just say it clearly.

I say with a light laugh to Tia, who seems somewhat indecisive. Then Tia turns her face towards me and asks, looking straight into my eyes.

You know When are we leaving this world?

Huh?

For a moment, I couldnt understand the meaning of her words. Leave? But this is

Look, its been just over half a year, and youve finished repairing the house, right? So I thought this might be a good stopping point. I wanted to know your thoughts.

I see.

But once I became aware of it after being asked, thats right.

It was fun playing the fool with my companions. I was happy spending time with Mom. This is surely a world prepared just for me. But Im not a being that should be here.

Yeah, I guess its about time to make a decision.

I still dont understand the intention of the god who threw me into this world. But if nothing has happened after half a year, I suppose nothing will happen from here on. In that case, it would be meaningless if I were to be banished here.

Conversely, is there a possibility that something might happen if I continue to stay here? What is it? I have no way of knowing that. But if that were the case, there should be some mechanism that forces me to stay here. But so far, theres nothing like that Ah, there isnt. There shouldnt be.

I understand. Then give me some time. Before the banishment I need to settle my affairs

No, thats not it.

However, Tia gently spoke to me as I unknowingly furrowed my brow.

Listen carefully, Ed. If you wish for it Im okay with spending the rest of my life in this world.

Huh? What are you saying?

Because this is the world where you were born, right? You have friends here, and your mother Isnt this the hometown youve always wanted to return to? Then isnt this, this very place, the final destination of your journey?

Ah uh

I was at a loss for words in response to Tias question. At least until I regained my memories as the Demon King, what I was aiming for was indeed returning home. And that wish continued to be fulfilled at this very moment.

B-but! This is all an artificial world, you know?

That may be true, but if you say that, arent all the worlds weve traveled through so far created by the same god? Then whats the difference between those and this one?

Whats the difference?

I dont understand, I dont understand. If the beginning of everything was that God, then the difference I dont understand.

I dont understand Ed as the Demon King. But I think Ed as a human was indeed born here. And above all, even if this world was born just half a year ago

Tia gently embraced my frozen body. Her heartbeat nestled against my pounding chest, and a gentle warmth melted the boundaries between us.

For these six months, your mother has undoubtedly been your mother.

Mom

Six months. Just six months out of 150 years. A trivial, insignificant amount of time, but there was the existence of a mother who lived in the same world with me, not just a mere setting.

We can turn those six months into 50 years. So tell me, what do YOU wish for, Ed?

Tias body moved away from me. I almost rached out at the fading scent and warmth, but I barely restrained myself.

Take your time. Think about it, okay? Well then good night.

Tia quietly closed the door with a soft thud and left the room. Left alone in the room, I collapse onto the bed, my chest still unsettled.

I

The unanswered question was vainly absorbed and disappeared into the newly replaced, fresh ceiling.

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