[COMPLETED] Born as the Yuasa family's illegitimate child, Yuasa Shouko was grateful for having a loving half-sister and caring aunt. Yet, she was utterly dismayed when her evil father and stepmother wanted to sell her off to a violent young master. But, why did she suddenly wake up to five years in the future? And, since when did she get married to Kashino Kyoya, the young master of the Kashino family? Wasn't he supposed to marry her half-sister? Shouko lost all the memories of the prior years. Despite that, Kyoya's gentle and respectful treatment put her at ease as she scoured the waters of her lost memories. She also gained a more supportive family at the same time. Yet... As time went by, Shouko realized Kyoya and everyone were hiding a dark secret from her. What made him so scared? What led to her loss of memories? ********** Yuasa Shouko: Throughout her life, she always felt like she was standing above the ocean. While nervously waiting for the ocean to swallow her whole, she still pushed herself to bravely dance over the surface, enjoying her life. It was not until one day when she woke up that she realized she had lost a portion of her life. And then there was him. The one man who was patiently guiding her back to the shore even at the risk of drowning himself. "You know, I am jealous of my past self because she experienced the love you gave her. I want to remember my feelings but... it's only void in my mind. What should I do?" Kashino Kyoya: He has closed off his heart since he knew even his closest person could throw him away. He thought her appearance was just a trivial addition to his life. Little did he expect she could crack open the hard shell covering his heart. For the first time, he chose to allow himself another chance to love and be loved by someone. But, he never thought to have his hope shattered once his existence was erased from her mind. Facing the new beginning, he vowed to make her happier and loved. "No matter who you are, the past you or the one with me right now, I love every part of you. So, don't be afraid. I won't ever make you question your trust in me." ------------------------------------------------- Discord: hansora#1507 Instagram: hansora_author AI-generated cover
When the morning came, light rain was still pouring from the sky. The sound of its steady drumming against the roofs and windows constructed a beautiful serenade. The serenity brought by the rain blanketed the mansion in comforting silence.
"... En."
Shouko lightly shook her head, her cheeks and nose inadvertently grazing a soft fabric layering a sturdy chest. Her lashes fluttered as she tried to lure herself from the dreamland. The corners of her lips lifted up as she was met with a familiar sight.
Kyoya was still deep in sleep. One of his arms pillowed her head while the other draped over her waist. The sound of his light breath was intertwined with the melody of the rain outside the room.
He looked so much in peace.
Shouko raised up her hand from his chest. The tips of her fingers grazed over the upper part of his lips. She stifled a laugh at how ticklish it felt whenever his breath fell on her skin.