Main Route Final: Chapter 18: Are You Happy?

"Trust! Where are you?!"

Such a voice can be heard from inside the mansion.

The voice belonged to none other than the man who was the city representative of Nerisford.

We were fortunate enough to meet and remain friends to this day.

Well, my husband, Trust, that is.

Because it's been six months since then.

For a while, the remnants of the annihilated Demon King's army were dealt with.

The same goes for the Hero Trust, and I feel like I was involved in that as well.

At one point, we participated in a parade to celebrate the Hero defeating the Demon King, and the news spread all over the world.

The parade was so grand that it seemed like something from another world, which shows how fear of the Demon King was so great.

That's why the Hero who defeated the Demon King...Trust, in other words, was praised by the people.

Well, he was just fell embarrassed at that time.

However, even now that the Demon King has been defeated, there are still many people who are suffering.

This is because remnants of the Demon King's army have begun to resist in various places.

Perhaps they couldn't believe they had lost to a mere human, as the resistance was fiercer than expected, but now that their supreme commander, the Demon King, was gone, they were no longer vicious enough to stand a chance against the organized humans.

We...or rather Trust was very active in that area, so he was busy dealing with that.

And then I got pregnant.

Well, it's no wonder I get pregnant if he squirts that much inside every time we has sex.

Every day, we were devoted to making a baby.

However, perhaps because my body was so strong, I was unaware of the symptoms that many pregnant women suffer from.

I think I just thought, "Oh, the food is strangely delicious."

Surprisingly, it was Trust who noticed I was pregnant.

Apparently he had had a vague feeling about a month ago that this was the case, based on our lifestyle, sex, and other things, but he thought it was just his imagination because I looked so carefree.

Apparently, when having sex, the sensation is different from what it was like with my uterus before.

The placenta was also being formed little by little at that time, so it was probably hardening.

By the way, the doctor got angry.

I don't know how advanced the medical technology is in this world, but it seems that a pregnant woman enters the stable period around the fifth month of pregnancy.

In other words, we were having sex every night during a period when I was not in a stable period.

Even if you're not a doctor, this is a situation that would make you angry just from hearing it.

Apparently Trust had noticed this and was trying hard not to hurt me.

"When did your period come then?"

The doctor asked me this question, but of course I had no answer.

I vividly remember instinctively covering it up with a smile.

To begin with, I've never experienced menstruation since becoming a woman.

I had even forgotten about periods until the moment I was asked.

Basically, I got pregnant before I even had my period.

Anyway, as Trust had previously decided, my pregnancy meant that he was given a peerage and a territory, making him a lord.

The land that Trust became lord of was originally his hometown, a vast but underdeveloped area with vast forests, high mountain ranges, and facing the sea.

This sounds like a good place, but the forests, mountains, and seas are all dens of monsters, and as such, development has not progressed very far.

It seems that developing this place would require a considerable amount of money, supplies, and manpower.

I don't know if that's why, but the country was happy to give the title and land to Trust.

A fairly large mansion was built and we moved in there.

Since it is Trust's own hometown, he is familiar with the area.

Although monsters pose a moderate threat, there's no way that a Hero who defeated the Demon King would be defeated by mere monsters.

And so we retired from fighting and began living peacefully in our territory.

While living like this, people heard about the territory of a Hero and began to join in the development.

Apparently it's said to be a sacred land where Heroes live.

Moreover, he is said to be married to a Saint and living with her, which makes it seem more credible.

Regardless of the level of credibility, fortunately there is a surplus of land and a shortage of human resources.

In fact, people who want to develop such inconvenient land would hardly appear unless they were Heroes or feudal lords.

So we gladly accepted them.

In this way, the baby in my womb, the land, and his work all thrived.

"Filia-dono, has Trust come here?"

The reason why the Nerisford city representative is here is because he helped Trust in various ways when he received the land.

Well, Trust is a hero, not a lord.

Even if he could defeat the Demon King, he was worried about whether he would be able to make the land fertile.

So the city representative left Nerisford to his successor and began working on Trust's land.

Well, if you compare it to the city representative and the lord's secretary, I feel like the secretary is of a higher rank.

It's one of the many cities within the territory and the entire territory.

However, his skills are the result of many years of experience, and are as expected from a city representative.

He provides Trust with the knowledge and experience that he sorely lacks.

...That's what's causing Trust trouble.

"He was here just now, but he heard your voice and ran away."

"Damn... He still have work to do, where is that guy wandering around?"

So, this is how he always cause trouble.

It seems the lord's job is harder than he imagined.

I offered to help, but the former city representative is a gentleman, so he told me that a pregnant woman's job is to give birth and raise a child.

It really feels like there's no way to say anything.

This is how I'm resting and living the ideal life of a pregnant woman.

By the way, this person's relationship with Trust is not just work-related; they even drink together.

Trust is a generation or two younger than him in terms of age, but perhaps this is the kind of friendship that transcends age.

What's more, this person does what he does casually.

Yes, he is married and has three children.

His wife is very concerned about me as this is my first pregnancy, and we talk often.

Due to the nature of my situation... is that okay?

Anyway, I've never really talked much to someone of the same sex before, so this has been helpful in many ways.

"Then please take care of yourself."

With those words, the former city representative left.

Now he will find Trust and get him to do the work.

"...Did he go already?"

After a while, Trust comes out from under the bed.

Yes, Trust, the target, had been hiding here all this time.

"Yes, he is gone."

"Okay, now I can be with Filia."

Trust said this as he sat next to me.

A typical good-looking young man...or should I say good-looking husband now that he's married?

Because of this Trust, he cares very much about me, his wife.

I think I can move about as much as I did when I was fighting, but with a baby in my belly, it's just not possible. So lately I've only been staying in bed or taking short walks.

He often accompanies me.

Well, I do feel like this is causing some trouble for the former city representative.

I guess Trust himself would like to be free from work too.

"Trust, you're still here!"

Just as I was thinking that, the former city representative returned.

Your actions are completely exposed.

"Ugh!"

"Don't 'ugh' to me! Do you understand your position?"

"Of course. But before I am a lord, I am Filia's husband."

Trust is found out and starts making excuses.

And former city representative preaches this kind of Trust.

It's a familiar sight now.

"If you're a husband, you have to fulfill your duties."

"Of course. I'll be sure to do it later."

"How many times have I been fooled by those words... But Filia-dono, as a wife, don't you think that when your husband goes astray, you should correct his mistakes?"

"Filia has nothing to do with this, right?!"

"Trust, you stay quiet!"

Hmm, I knew that one day the blame would be directed at me, and it seems that was today.

Well, I am always hiding where the Trust is or defending him.

It was only a matter of time before I was blamed.

So the answer is already there.

"That's right... Thank you for always thinking so seriously about my husband."

"Huh? N-no... that ..."

The former city representative was a little embarrassed when he was thanked again.

He's angry because he thinks about Trust.

That is something to be very happy about and something to be grateful for.

Trust who is being lectured probably won't be able to express his gratitude, so I'll say it for him.

"I think Trust-sama is blessed to have so many people who think like that."

"Well, it's only natural. Trust, you have such a good wife. I want you to do your best for her sake--"

"That's why I want to be on Trust-sama's side at all times."

"……Hah?"

He was speechless at what I was saying.

Yep, this reaction is as expected.

Perhaps it's because of their character, but when Trust makes a mistake, many people give him the right advice.

They try to help Trust.

However, that advice is not necessarily what Trust wants.

Even in times like those, I want to be on Trust's side.

Even if he's wrong.

"Didn't I say so at our wedding when asked, 'Do you promise to love and honor this person, to comfort and help this person, in sickness and in health, in joy and in sorrow, in riches and in poverty, and to be faithful to him for as long as you live?'"

"That's... yes. I was there too, so I know..."

"So, as long as I live, I will be on Trust-sama's side."

"Filia..."

Even if Trust takes the wrong path, I'll go with him.

That's what I decided when I came to this world.

If it makes him happy, I'll accept any outcome.

Fortunately, it's a good start for the world.

I don't know what the future holds, but I hope we can make the world an even better place.

"Don't you think it's not good to spoil him like that?"

"Sorry. It's already been decided."

After saying that, the former city representative let out a big sigh.

This reaction is honestly shocking.

"Hmm... I think I understand now why Trust, the Hero who saved the world, turned down so many marriage proposals and only showed his love to you..."

Oh...yeah...

It seems that Trust, the Hero who defeated the Demon King, received an incredible number of marriage proposals.

Apparently, a bunch of noble daughters, who I can't even compare to, flocked to him.

But Trust turned them all down.

As a former man, I think it is a waste to reject a harem, but I can understand his feeling.

As a woman, I'm glad that he's rejected all of that and is loyal to me.

It's like the way you look at a lovey-dovey couple.

The former city representative turned his gaze towards us.

I'm aware that we're a lovey-dovey couple.

"And Trust-sama will always walk the right path, no matter what he says."

"How can you say that with certainty? This guy is human too. He makes mistakes sometimes."

"Well, that was before we defeated the Demon King, but I told him that it was okay to run away--"

I think this is what they call bragging.

It feels subtly good to tell someone a story from the past that you've been bragging about.

This is why couples all over the world do it casually.

"--In the end, Trust-sama didn't run away from the battle, but fought to the end. So my husband is someone who can move forward without succumbing to any sweet temptation."

"You're quite the one trying to tempt the Hero into running away, but... well... I understand. Trust must be feeling uneasy about his wife's first pregnancy, so huh, I guess I'll have to cover up for all his works today."

"Thank you"

We have really been helped by a lot of people.

Trust was betrayed by the heroines and thought he had lost everything, but it turns out there are so many people who care about him.

Because of people like this, the world will be a better place.

I was sure of that.

"No need, I'm going to work now."

"You're motivated all of sudden!?"

"Wouldn't it be unmanly to not try harder after being told this by my beloved wife?"

"Yes, that's true. It's a husband's duty to make his wife happy."

They were having this conversation as they headed off to work.

I was trying to make Trust happy, but now I'm the one being made happy.

What a strange coincidence.

"I'll finish it right away and come back. Please wait until then, Filia."

"Yes, but if it's late I'll come and pick you up."

I promise we'll be together forever.

Trust smiled happily after hearing my words.

It was as if I understood his preferences by now, and his desirable behavior had become second nature.

Trust also naturally does things that make me happy.

With a smile on my face, I asked Trust.

"Are you happy, Trust-sama?"

I know without having to ask.

But I wanted to hear it in words.

Trust is no longer a shadow of his past.

There were a lot of sad and painful things.

There were times when he was miserable and in pain.

But still, he persevered and got to where he is today.

I'm sure it'll be okay now.

Me too...Trust too...

"Yes, I'm happy. But from now on, if I make Filia even happier, I'll be even happier."

Saying this, he smiles happily.

The view I was aiming for was spread out before me

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