Chapter 278: It’s Not Up to You to Decide
“I didn’t expect that you, Tsubaki San, also had such an unfortunate past. It must have been very difficult,” Tenraku expressed with deep sympathy. “Do you still hold resentment towards those people from the Shinra family who expelled you and your parents?”
“Perhaps I did hold some resentment in the past, but now it doesn’t matter anymore,” Shinra Tsubaki replied. A tinge of melancholy appeared on her beautiful face, but it was quickly replaced by determination.
Since the moment she and her parents were expelled, she had no connection with those people anymore. The present Shinra Tsubaki was just Sona Sitri’s Peerage and follower. This was how it was now and how it would be in the future.
“Sona has truly gained an excellent Queen. I am even a bit envious,” Tenraku remarked sincerely. He made it clear that he was praising her, without any hidden meaning. Shinra Tsubaki blushed again, feeling relieved after finally calming down.
“Tsubaki San, don’t underestimate yourself. Your excellence and loyalty as a Peerage are unquestionable. Sona cherishes you greatly, and I, too, have a high opinion of you,” Tenraku said, standing up and walking closer to the girl. He continued, “Well then, Tsubaki San, will you follow Sona for the rest of your life?”
“Yes, I will follow Sona-sama for the rest of my life!” Shinra Tsubaki responded without hesitation, even though she could hear her own heart pounding as Tenraku approached. Meanwhile, Tenraku’s smile grew even wider.
“Although Sona currently doesn’t want to make our relationship public, there will come a day when she becomes my wife, just like Rias and Akeno,” Tenraku declared. “Tsubaki San, since I am very fond of you as well, would you consider joining my Harem?”
Joining my Harem… Harem… Harem…
Perhaps only Tenraku in the world could say such things so calmly. At least, that’s how Shinra Tsubaki perceived it. Her mind became blank, with Tenraku’s voice echoing in her ears.