And with this we end the Caloria arc. May I remind you that yuuram had been absolutely lowkey up to this point (this novel included), and that the real yuuram is about to come? Anyways, it’s so nice to re-read these parts… yuuram is mostly ignored after the cliff scene in this arc, and there are so many more scenes.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.1 -You’ll have to forgive this brotherly love bit-
Wolfram’s jaw muscles moved almost imperceptibly. “I agree. That guy is my brother(ani).” Brother? Did he just say “brother”? Although he is normally very composed, sometimes he would say things so surprising that I almost get a heart attack.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.2 -Fighting-
“What’s going on, Caloria’s representative? You want to end the game in such a boring way? I thought you were a man, that’s why I proposed a fair and square showdown. But if you prefer to act like a timid little girl and chicken out, oh, that would be so disappointing.”(…)
“Yuuri, don’t worry,” Wolfram called out to me. “I won’t call you henachoko if you give up!”
“Shibuya, listen to your fiance!” Screamed Murata. “No one will blame you, I promise! When we get back to Japan, I’ll treat you to rice with grilled pork ribs! So give it up! You have fought enough!”
Really, had I? Had I tried my utmost in this match?(…)
That is the problem with using bat as weapon, there is no middle ground to negotiate. I should have listened to Wolfram’s advice and chosen a sword. If only I could point my sword at him, I might be able to force him to surrender.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.5 -Yuuri was willing to drink alcohol …again. Even if it wasn’t by sheer luck-
Before I could say that I don’t drink alcohol because I’m a sportsman, Wolfram, Josak, and I were each handed their own cup. It was a stone liqueur glass with a stem. The amount inside was less than my mother uses for cooking so I gave up.
“That is the ceremonial water known as the Holy Water of Gillesby.”
Luckily, it wasn’t alcohol.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.5 -Wolfram’s emotions flowing right into Yuuri-
“I ended up calling him that. My previous master always told me not to refer to him as His Majesty.”
To think that wish would be granted like this.
“As for you… I intend to strive to not call you that as well.”
Murata is looking at me. He’s probably worried that I’ll lose my cool and explode. Wolfram took a half a step towards me and leaned his shoulder against my left arm. It was as if his body heat that had suddenly risen with his emotions was flowing right into me.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.5 -Random praises-
“What, Yu-… Norman Gilbit?” Wolfram corrects himself by using the full name in an unnatural way. The problem is that he’s too beautiful to play the part of a stray mazoku mercenary hired by a human.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.5 -Equals, and Yuuri worrying-
Wolfram, likely having feelings the most similar to mine out of everyone else here, was staring me straight in the face. He slowly unclenches his fists, spreads his fingers and folds his arms with deliberate movements. Standing with his back slightly arched, his left foot is pointing toward Lord Weller. I’m kind of relentless with this, but is his back alright?
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.5 -I’m dying, Wolfram was the one convincing him to not take the box. How did I miss this!?-
“Is it okay for the spoils of that being Conrart who disappeared?”
“But Wolf…”
“I feel the same.”
Of course he feels the same. His beloved brother is serving the person in power of an enemy country. It’s probably painful that he’s not trying to come back. If he could, as a little brother he would probably like to use the power of the victor to drag him back home even by force.
“But that’s not our right. It’s the right of the man whose mask you’re wearing.”
No, to say it more precisely, it is the right of those who live in Caloria and love it.
“If you’re saying that getting the box is for Conrart, then that’s a misunderstanding on your part. Don’t forget whose victory this is. Don’t forget who you are.”
That’s right. If I decided to play the part of someone else, I have to play it perfectly until the curtain comes down. The laurels that Norman Gilbit has gained belong to the people of Caloria. If I want honor, it is for his country. If I want the box, it has to be for the people.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.6 -more praising-
Unlike me, Wolfram is a certified pretty boy so no matter what outfit he wears it looks good on him. Even so, it’s a surprisingly simple and normal outfit for him.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.6 -Yeah, go talk to Wolfram -
At that moment I finally felt several gazes upon me. They weren’t from the people dancing nearby. Those people were completely indifferent. They were engrossed in politics and dancing. Then the gazes were probably those of my guardian Josak and my overseer Wolfram. Looking around in all directions… over there. The third son was standing by the southern window visibly disgruntled. He had a glass in each hand and both of them were empty.
“Flynn, Wolfram is over there so go have a chat with him.”
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.6 -A little input from Murata’s POV-
“I followed you because it would be dangerous for you to go walking around by yourself, but… I’m worried that His Majesty might do something annoyi-… perform a deed that commoners would never think of. I informed His Excellency Wolfram about the situation before I left, but despite appearances he’s like that too… Oh, honestly! To think guarding His Majesty and Your Highness at the same time would be so difficult!”
“Yeah, leaving Shibuya and Lord von Bielefeld together will be a lot more fun~.”
“That’s not what I-”
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.8 -Yuuram and T-zou scene-
“Yuuri!”
“I’m here.”
Looking relieved at hearing my response, Wolfram comes running forward.
“Who are these people!? Or perhaps I should ask who they are.”
“Those are kind of difficult questions.”
In the battle of 30 versus 15… 16? About 17. However you looked at it, the smaller group seemed superior. There were only two swordsmen on horses, so being maneuverable seemed to be an advantage. Also, the group with assorted clothes and weapons fought dirt-… er, cunningly. None of them were fighting one-on-one and none of them went in for a direct attack from the front.
I ended up behind Wolfram and T-Zou and I leaned back on the muddy carriage wheel.
The world is a large place, but I might be the only man who has been protected by a sheep. It’s a depressing thought.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.8 -aww, language-
“Yuuri!”
“Whoa, huah!?”
I had only let my attention stray for a few seconds, but a knife had stuck into the cloth canopy behind me. It was only a few centimeters from my ear. It looked like it had been struck with something that set it off course right before my eyes. Maybe someone threw a rock.
“What do you mean, ‘huah!?’ Don’t say 'huah!’”
Wolfram was fairly strict with language.
—————————————————————— Novel 8. ch.8 -I’m telling you this 16 y/o’s gonna end up with all the legal vices-
The man in the Shimaronian military uniform urged his new master along and turned his back. If it will divert my misery, I’ll give up my abstinence from alcohol and tobacco.
I must have been making quite a pitiful face because Wolfram lightly touched my elbow. His tone was much gentler than usual.
“Do you remember what I said to you?”
“What? You’ve said a lot of things to me so I have no idea.”
He sheathes his sword that was cleaned of blood. It made a clinking sound of the end of battle.
“… That the foolish one is Conrart.”
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The MaruMa novels are the best thing that happened to me! We need more of it! I wanna read about the Royal Wedding aready! Waiting for Takabayashi-sensei to continue writing cause the last cliffhanger is killing me!
@blvebite Well if there’s a possibility of reboot, I’d like one following the novels. The manga’s ending was rushed by Kadokawa, and it’s completely different from the novels starting from Chapter 96 (it was a bit different before, but after 96 it’s a different plot .. ). I’m sorry, I love the novels. I know manga is easier to read and it has all the beautiful art, but the novels ! that source material is simply irreplaceable for me. I just like everything about it. If you ever get a chance to watch the KKM musicals they’re pretty good, too. And the last one was actually written by Takabayashi sensei (the author of this series).
You’re a human, Eugeo. Just like me.
Every time you make a mistake, you continue to struggle to find this meaning.
Agreed. The light novels really are a treat for the fans of the royal couple!!
Is Yuuri still engaged to Wolfram?
Wolf: "If I was in trouble, and I was missing something important. And you had one that was exactly the same ...." Yuuri: "I'd lend it to you, of course" (Yuuri) I thought about this, literally with my hands on his chest. In fact, with my hand, that was pressed against his chest, I could feel that the speed of my partner's and my heartbeat was the same. Anyone would get blood rushing to their brains when they're seriously thinking about something. When I could calm down a little, I let out a small sigh. Yuuri: "Or rather, when it comes to things that I can give you, I would give you anything, Wolf.” One of my favorite scenes, couldn’t help myself! Also in the latest short story published last year there’s a lot of sexual hints and they talk about a ‘secret photo’ that was taken in Yuuri’s bedroom (and we never find out what it is), but the ideas Yuuri has is either HIM completely naked during ‘baseball practice’ (in his bedroom), or one of Wolfram’s butt peaking from under his negligee (which makes us think about the length of that negligee tbh). At any rate, still engaged, not married, very happy together in all the latest works.
If you like the Royal Couple, you should check the paperback novels (the original work). They’re really so much better than the anime or manga. Cheers!
Aitakatta
...Aitakunakatta...
Dakishimetai
...Nigedashitai
...Itoshikute... Migurushi
What can I say? I have no words. It was so heart wrenching, yet it held that spark of hope... It was just like Yuki's kindness- like a Candle.
We also get the insight to Akito's past. I loved that sweet scene where Shigure was comforting Akito. It was just so loving.
Yuki has always been trying to move forward and open up. To see him do that latently gives me the courage (yuki, if you get me) to follow him. I'm glad to see him move forward, and slowly but steadily open that lid.
In here, Akito says "My Yuki", I get this feeling of double meaning (as Yuki can be both the person or 'courage') and so it makes that line even more powerful. It makes me want to unravel more of their past and the mystery that lingers around Sohmas.
In all, this has now become my favourite Fruits Basket episode ever. Let's wait and see if it can be replaced in the future.
Wei WuXian!!!!! WangXian!!!!
Dianxia!!! HuaLian!!!!
I feel sorry for you Jin ZiXuan
Sketched these to thank my Weibo followers ^^ Mo Dao ZuShi author’s fav ‘princess carry’ poses XD
*Big sis YanLi was able to carry both WiFi & JC at age of 12, she can surely carry her husband as an adult (?)
魔道祖师 | Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation 天官賜福 | Heaven Official’s Blessing
*渣反組 | Scum Villain’s Self-saving System
..... no words.....
My heart... * cries *
Happy Birthday dear WiFi 20181031
*Youtube blocked it due to bgm copyright claim. Watch it here on my facebook page
2019 (57) Prompt 3- Light
My idea was to mix both weight-light with illumination-light XD but it’s late and I’m going to bed XD
Can anyone else hear the sailor moon transformation theme XD?
Prompts 1 | 2 |
It truly is beautiful TwT
OMG! Go and like this yuuram doujinshi. I’m crying! Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5 | It’s about Yuuri and Wolf doing the New Year’s prayers on Earth and Wolf’s like we did it last year, why must we do it again. And Yuuri’s explaining like it’s a brand new start, like a blank page to forget the bad things. And Wolf’s like I don’t want a blank page. And then the sun comes out, and Yuuri’s like the weather is beautiful I’m sure good things will happen this year . And it shines on Wolfie making him all sparkly and Yuuri’s like, it’s really perfect. And then the last one is him saying I don’t wanna start from scratch either. And Wolf’s like what did you say? And he’s like nothing. I’m gonna try hard being a maou this year, too. So beautiful. TwT
I love the way Takabayashi-sensei breaks the characters and theories. It just makes them even more awesome and original somehow. And more human (even though most are mazokus 😉).
I make no promises about the quality of the translation. Original story published by the author on Twitter here.
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When I was near the border, a house had several ornamental altars, that welcomed the spirits of friends and family. Outside several people dressed as skeletons were making a fuss. It seems they had mixed Halloween and Day of the Dead. Once the festival was done, the children would write letters to Santa Claus.
I believe that there’s a Santa. As much as I believe that this country has a Maou.
(image: Good Night) At any rate, kids may have found out about you. Sooo, give me the letters and I’ll fill the bag, and then I’ll have to come through the roof like an early Santa Claus.
I asked the palace guards to turn a blind eye, because I'm Santoku rosu*. Once I give you this and greet you, I’ll go home. Good night. I wanted to say a night greeting. I wanted to say it at night.
——————————————- *Pun of Santa Claus: Santoku rosu忖度ロース: Lit. Considerate Pork Loin
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