37: Simulation Ends, and the Two Live Happily

[After returning from the hospital, Eriri went back home with you that evening.]

[When her parents called, she lied, saying she was staying at a friend's house for the night.]

[That night, a total of seven rounds with you.]

[The next morning, you woke up to find Eriri lying on your chest, looking at you with a new expression.] 

[Her clear blue eyes were as transparent as ever, but deep within them was a faint trace of pink.]

[As you predicted, she had completely fallen for you.]

[Eriri slowly began to care less about what others thought, frequently seeking you out to eat lunch together at school.]

[She would even wait by the shoe locker after class, patiently waiting for you so you could walk home together.]

[Aki began to notice that your relationship had changed, but he tried to convince himself that it was just his imagination.] 

[He told himself that you two were simply spending more time together because you were both artists for the same game circle.]

[Eriri started visiting your home more often, and one day, your mother, who had noticed, couldn't resist teasing you two.] 

[Eriri shyly lowered her head but hooked her finger around yours, signaling that your relationship was official.] 

[You two started dating publicly.]

[A year later, you and Eriri graduated without any issues. Aki, however, had focused too much on game development, neglecting his studies.] 

[His grades weren't good enough, so he had to repeat the year, and his family forced him to give up on his dream of making games.]

[Your relationship with him grew distant.]

[Over time, the youthful, uncertain feelings faded away. Eriri's heart no longer had room for anyone else. It was entirely yours.]

[After you graduated from college, you married Eriri. Both families were pleased, and with their financial support, you chose Hawaii as your honeymoon destination.]

[You spent the happiest and most relaxed half-year of your life on those famous islands.] 

[The beach was like a golden carpet, and the sea was as clear as your wife's eyes. You watched the tide rise and fall, embraced in the waves.] 

[Under the shade of a parasol, and beneath the starry sky, you kissed passionately and lovingly.]

[After your honeymoon, you returned to Japan, bringing back not just souvenirs for your parents, but also a precious gift—a child growing in Eriri's womb.]

[During her pregnancy, your wife had a particularly hard time, suffering more than most expectant mothers.] 

[You took care of her with great tenderness, and thankfully, the delivery went smoothly. Your small family grew to include a son and a daughter.]

[When you turned thirty, you bought a piece of land in a quiet part of Tokyo. Together, you designed and built a beautiful, cozy house, complete with a lovely garden.] 

[In spring, it was filled with flowers, and in winter, covered in snow.]

[The black-winged bird closed its eyes when you were thirty-five. You built a small gravestone for it in the garden, where it had always loved to play.]

[Time passed, and you and your wife slowly grew old together. On your deathbed, you finally confessed the methods you had used to win her heart when you were younger.]

[Your wife simply held your hand tightly, gazing at you with warm eyes. Her only response was,]

"So what?"

[Hearing those words, you smiled, closed your eyes, and passed away peacefully.]

[That evening, your children returned home to find that Eriri had also passed away. Her head rested on your shoulder, her hand in yours, and she looked serene.]

[Next to the bed was a short letter—]

[I've loved your father all my life. The day he held my hand at our wedding, I made up my mind to follow him, even to the afterlife.] 

[So, don't be sad for us. Your father and I have just gone somewhere else to continue our love story. Take care of yourselves. We will always love you.]

[Simulation End.]

"…"

It's over.

Chisato stared at the text prompt in front of him, unable to get up for a long time.

Unlike the previous simulation with Kasumigaoka Utaha, the love simulation with Sawamura Eriri seemed to have a happy ending for both of them.

But perhaps the sense of immersion in this simulated life was too strong. 

Watching himself and Eriri go from walking down the aisle together to leaving this world hand in hand left him with a lingering feeling of emptiness.

However, this sense of loss didn't last long because this was undoubtedly a perfect ending. The simulated version of himself had found love and built a family, with no regrets left behind.

After repeatedly reminding himself that it was just a simulation, Chisato quickly recovered and turned his attention to the evaluation of this simulation.

[Wickedness Index: 91]

[Current Evaluation: S]

[Overall Comment: Your life was happy enough and without regrets. You met the most wonderful girl in your heart at the peak of your youth.] 

[Through careful and successful use of unconventional methods, you gradually won her heart completely.] 

[She loved you without complaint, and even when she learned about everything you had done, she harbored no negative feelings.] 

[Because no matter what you did, whether you kept secrets or deceived her, it wouldn't change her love for you.]

[Reward Summary: Your skills in mimicry and horseback riding have slightly improved.]

Again with the mimicry and horseback riding skills? What on earth are these?

[Successfully winning over Eriri Sawamura and achieving an S evaluation allows you to choose two rewards from the following options—]

Achieving an S evaluation meant he could choose his rewards rather than getting a random one? Chisato was overjoyed.

[1. Eri Kashiwagi's Masterful Art: Your drawing skills will improve significantly, and you'll find it easier to absorb and understand related knowledge.]

[2. 500,000 yen, legitimate and worry-free, for you to use as you please.]

[3. Akarin: Your presence will become extremely hard to notice.]

[4. A smart, perceptive crow that can act as your reliable partner if used well.]

[5. Advanced Parenting Skills: You're a pro at feeding and diaper changing.]

Without hesitation, Chisato chose the first and fourth options.

Immediately, he felt his mind fill with new knowledge about drawing, and his hands began to feel a warm sensation.

At the same time, he noticed a soft glow on his desk. A round object materialized out of thin air.

He watched as it rolled down the slanted desk surface.

His eyes widened, and realizing what was happening, he lunged forward, catching the object just before it hit the ground.

[Reward distribution complete.]

Ignoring the pain in his elbow from the fall and the prompt from the simulator, Chisato stared at the oval object in his hand.

Wait a minute. 

An egg?!

Did he have to hatch the crow himself?!

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