Yuna Shirosaki — Perspective
After the glowing Genesis symbol appeared above the ruins, everything changed.
The elves who had surrounded us earlier now treated Kaito completely differently.
Not with fear.
Not with suspicion.
But with respect.
Honestly…
It still didn’t feel real.
While the elves guided us through the forest, Kaito stayed unusually quiet.
Probably talking to Genesis again.
At this point, I could almost tell whenever it happened.
His expression always changed slightly whenever the system spoke to him.
Eventually, we reached the elf kingdom.
And the moment I saw it…
I completely forgot how tired I was.
The kingdom was beautiful.
Massive glowing trees surrounded the city while crystal lights illuminated the streets softly.
Everything looked peaceful and elegant.
Like something straight out of a fantasy movie.
“…Amazing,” I whispered unconsciously.
Even Reina looked impressed while observing the city carefully.
Meanwhile, the elves around us kept secretly glancing toward Kaito.
Or more specifically…
Toward the symbol connected to Genesis.
After entering the royal palace, we were brought directly into the throne room.
Was Elira’s father.
The Elf King.
The atmosphere inside the hall felt heavy immediately.
Nobles and guards stood everywhere while the king quietly observed us.
But the moment Elira mentioned the Genesis ruins…
His expression changed completely.
Then suddenly, the king ordered everyone to gather inside the royal hall.
That immediately made me nervous.
Because usually in stories…
Big announcements never end peacefully.
After everyone arrived, the king finally spoke.
“This human has been recognized by Genesis itself.”
Whispers spread throughout the hall instantly.
Shock filled everyone’s faces.
Then the king continued.
“My daughter, Princess Elira Moonveil, shall become engaged to the Hero chosen by Genesis.”
Silence.
My brain stopped working for a second.
“…Eh?”
I slowly turned toward Kaito.
He looked just as shocked as I was.
“I-I’m too young to get married!” Kaito immediately protested.
Honestly…
Good.
Because hearing that announcement made something inside my chest feel strange.
Heavy.
The king only laughed softly.
“The engagement will remain formal for now.”
That somehow didn’t make things better.
Then Elira looked toward Kaito nervously.
“…Do you not want to marry me?”
Her voice sounded genuinely sad.
And immediately…
The entire throne room focused on Kaito.
Honestly, I almost felt bad for him.
Almost.
Then after a long silence, Kaito finally sighed.
“…Fine.”
The hall immediately relaxed.
“But only after I turn eighteen.”
Everyone looked relieved after hearing that.
Even the king started laughing.
Meanwhile, Elira’s face became completely red from embarrassment.
And me?
I just stood there quietly.
Trying to ignore the strange feeling inside my chest.
Because for some reason…
Hearing Kaito agree to marry someone else bothered me more than it should have.
And honestly…
That realization scared me a little.