When I got back to the dormitory, I grabbed my packed luggage and rushed out of the room to return home where my mother is.
And when I got home, I told my mother, who was waiting for me to return, everything that has happened today.
I told her that I took the side of the duke's daughter, who was being treated unreasonably by being forced to accept a duel that was intended to banish her when she loses. And that I have beaten up not only the crown prince but also the prince of a neighbouring country and the heir of some high-ranking nobles while fighting in the duel.
I'm sure I must have made my mother sad, who would have wanted me to graduate from school and get a good job.
That's what I thought, but when my mother heard my confession, she said something unexpected.
"Yeah. You did your best. It was great. To help a girl who was in a bad situation, you have grown into a fine man."
Then she hugged me gently.
"Allen, before something happens, you should run away. If anything happens, your mother will take your place."
"No! I did that on my own. ……"
"Don't be silly. Your mother is fine as long as you're safe and healthy. okay?"
"Uh, mother …"
When I was told that, I couldn't say anything. But though I wanted to save my mother, I ended up sacrificing her!
"Now, go to bed today. Tomorrow I'll make you something you like for the first time in a long time."
"……okay"
Getting urged by my mother to go to bed, I went to my room. Then, I change into my sleepwear and crawl into bed.
My head was spinning, and I couldn't get my thoughts straight.
Where on earth did I go wrong? In the end, Will I be unable to save my mother?
As I was thinking about this, there was a knock at the door of my room. It was my mother.
"I'm coming in, okay?"
"Yes"
Mom came in through the door and then sat down on the side of my bed.
"How long has it been since I've seen Allen's face in bed like this?"
"I'm not that young anymore."
I say so because of embarrassment.
"You know what, your mother always wondered why Allen is so brilliant when he's the child of that man and me. But, As I thought because you're his son."
Mom said sincerely.
"After all, you helped a girl who was being bullied, didn't you? You are really just like him."
"is that so……"
"I'm sure your dead father would have been proud of you, Allen."
"I wonder if that's true……"
My father died before I could remember. I've never been told why, but maybe he did something like I did.
"What are you looking at me like that for? You haven't done anything wrong, have you? Then you should be proud of yourself. Besides. If you get punished, whether, by the king or the duke, I'll complain."
"Uh, mother …"
"That's why Allen. You did your best. It was great."
After saying that, she gently stroked my head. Though I was too old to be stroked like that, I fell into a deep sleep.
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And when I woke up the next day, my head was much clearer.
I don't know why I felt so negative and distraught yesterday. But after thinking about it, it's as expected so far.
Intervene in Anastasia's condemnation event to prevent her banishment. By doing so, I have prevented the outbreak of civil war and prevent an invasion from the Estonian Empire.
So far, I've been able to destroy the fate scenario according to the actions I've taken.
It has not yet been decided that I will get executed, and since the duke's family is still indebted to me, there is a good chance that I will not be if I use it well.
After all, I had been through a lot yesterday and had said a lot of outrageous things, so I must have been mentally weak.
With that in mind, I left the room and headed for the living room. My mother has already prepared breakfast for me.
"Mother, good morning."
"Good morning, Allen. Did you sleep well?"
"Yes, Umm, thank you for yesterday."
"You're welcome. More than that, the breakfast is already ready, you know?"
"Yes"
I sat down on a chair and waited for my mother. Then we started eating breakfast together.
It's been a long time since I've been home, and it's a very peaceful morning. I don't know how long this will last, but I want to cherish these days as much as I can.
I thought so from the bottom of my heart.