Published at 2nd of September 2026 5:32 am

Chapter 2620: Intermission: The Stomachache Catches Up

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After parting ways with Kaito and the others, Eris and Cornelia were finally in a position to take a breather, but Eris was still concerned about Cornelias condition.

(At first glance, there doesnt seem to be any problem. If anything, she seems quite at ease, but what is this inexplicable anxiety I feel? Its as though Im looking at a thread thats about to snap, or a balloon thats been filled with too much air No, but I dont have the words to properly describe that state, nor do I have anything resembling a basis for my concern.)

Eris felt an indescribable sense of unease regarding Cornelias current condition, but she found it difficult to put that feeling into words.

Cornelia was calm, and there was nothing strange about her behavior or appearance. If anything, she seemed even more relaxed than usual, but somehow it felt as though she was too relaxed.

[Cornelia-sama, it must have been quite difficult being together with not only Kaito-sama, but also Goddess of Fate-sama and World King-sama, all such illustrious figures. Have you not accumulated any mental fatigue?]

[Yes, Fate-sama and Lillywood-sama are both extremely benevolent individuals, and they were kind enough to engage in conversation with me, so I feel that I was able to deepen our friendship to a reasonable extent.]

Even when Eris tried probing her with those words, Cornelia remained calm. She wasnt excessively excited, nor did she appear to be escaping from reality.

Eris began to think that perhaps she had been overthinking things. Convinced herself that whatever had felt strange was simply her imagination, she gave a faint smile.

[I see. To think you became close enough to address both of them by name before I even realized it. I must say, Im impressed by you, Cornelia-sama. I would be too intimidated myself; even if the other party gave me permission, I think it would take quite a bit of resolve for me to actually call them by name.]

[Call them by name Resolve Arehh? Come to think of it, I when did I]

[U- Um? Cornelia-sama?]

[W- Why did I speak to the two of them with such familiarity? N- Not only that, I was overly familiar with Kaito-sama as well Eh? Arehh? N- No, but]

It was a small trigger, but one that would inevitably lead to a situation she could no longer escape. Eriss words made a tiny hole in Cornelias thoughts, like pricking a tightly stretched balloon with a small needle and the things she had unconsciously been pushing aside began surfacing in Cornelias mind one after another.

(What on earth had I done? I casually called Goddess of Fate-sama and World King-sama by their names simply because they themselves didnt reprimand me, and I was acting far too familiar with Kaito-sama as well No, I even had such casual conversations with them that they could almost be called shameless)

The events from Forest Castle, which had taken place only moments ago, came flooding back into her mind like a series of flashbacks. Under normal circumstances, Cornelia would have considered it far too presumptuous even to speak with Fate and Lillywood, yet she had actively initiated conversations with them herself and spoken with them. It was something the usual Cornelia would never have done.

Moreover, although she was the first-born daughter, she was not the heir to the Sharon County, and because of her position, she also had to take the circumstances of the County into consideration. Her value had already risen far too much due to her association with Kaito, leaving her troubled over the situation as it was. And now, to voluntarily plunge herself into an even more extraordinary realm on top of that, it was an utterly foolish act.

No, even then, it would have been fine if that were all. Those interactions had taken place strictly within the attraction, and fortunately, none of the other nobles had witnessed them. Of course, Cornelia would still have to worry about how she should handle her relationship with Fate and Lillywood from now on, but as long as Cornelia kept it to herself, it was something that would not become public.

(Even if it was only a verbal promise, I said that if Kaito-sama invited me to accompany him when he attended a soiree, I would go with him? If Kaito-sama were to attend a soiree, he would attract an incredible amount of attention, and if I were to accompany him, it would reach a level where there would be no possible excuse, and people would assume that I held Kaito-samas affection N- No, not just that, what did I say? Shamelessly, I even asked Kaito-sama to teach me how to use the amusements from the otherworld Abababa)

Reality had caught up with her. The effect of her invincible mode, which had been maintained by unconsciously excluding anything that might cause her stomach to hurt, had worn off, and what came rushing in were all the sources of stomachache she had been accumulating The color drained from Cornelias face to such an extent that it was obvious even to anyone watching from the outside, and sweat began pouring down her body.

[C- Cornelia-sama!? What happened!? Please, pull yourself together]

[A- Awawawa, I- I- I, what have I Ababababa]

[Cornelia-sama!? Her complexion is extremely abnormal Someone, find a place where she can rest!]

Seeing Cornelia begin trembling with a face so white that it seemed as though even the blood had completely drained from it, Eris hurriedly gave instructions to the servants nearby to secure a place where she could rest.

But even that was too late. Cornelias mind, completely overwhelmed by the torrent of information rushing through it, reached its limit and, as though a thread had suddenly snapped, she lost consciousness and Cornelia fainted while foaming at the mouth.

[Cornelia-sama!? This is Ah, c- could it be!? Until just now, she had been unconsciously diverting her thoughts away from it? If thats the case Quickly arrange somewhere for her to rest, and contact the Sharon County. Cornelia-sama will probably be unable to continue going around the attractions, so make preparations for her to return home once she wakes up]

Having realized the true nature of the strange feeling she had sensed from Cornelia earlier, Eris continued issuing instructions while carrying the unconscious Cornelia in her arms sincerely pitying Cornelia, who would likely be troubled by stomachaches for quite some time even after she woke up

Serious-senpai : [Poor thing Still, when you see a scene like this, even though she also suffers her own stomachaches, Eris really is strong in her own way Its like she has a lot of endurance Thats probably why she gets thrown into the Gods Festival, though]

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