Nurturing the Hero to Avoid DeathCh19.1 - Wishing for the Day to End in This Cold and Rainy Night (Last Part)＊

Translator: mii

Editors: sleepchaser, ASplashofMusic U 92lw

It’s pouring outside, contrary to the clear sky earlier in the day.

But for me, this rain is salvation. It’s perfect for running away. The heavy rain dims the moonlight and even the streetlights, making the city appear darker than usual, making it harder to see.

Chrysanthemum Garden.

It can act as camouflage.

I run along the main street of the town, and immediately turn into a side street. 1VvDES

Then I realize I left my bag and jacket in the hotel suite. Along with my money. But it’s not possible for me to return, so I can only give up on getting them back.

Now that I’m away from danger, I start to plan my next course of action. Should I run to the village?

Can I reach the mansion before dawn if I sprint through the night?

But I feel like they’ll catch me along the way. If they’re chasing me. Are they chasing me? It’s possible. The knight captain looked furious.

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Someone.

I need to ask someone for help.

But who?

A certain face framed by golden locks comes to mind. PUeG6T

That’s right, Alfred. I remember him saying he’ll be working a shift at a bar in town.

And I know which one.

If I’m not wrong, the bar should be called… “Canal’s Bar.”

Every trip I make to the bakery, I always pass by that bar, so I know its location, as well as the way there. It’s definitely one street ahead. Since tomorrow is Saturday, he should be working the night shift. He should still be there. Ny5Szg

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Mustering my remaining strength, I dash to the bar.

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Standing near the bar’s entrance is a tall youth, bright blond hair conspicuous even in the dark. With both hands, he carries a wooden crate filled with empty liquor bottles and tries to stack it onto the other crates. Q gHwS

It’s Alfred.

He’s really here.

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My heart’s beating so fast, joy coursing through my veins.

Everything will be okay now. I’ve managed to escape and hold on until now. 3VU5zS

“A-Al.. fred…!”

Alfred lifts his gaze from the wooden crates. Scans the surroundings as if looking for something.

“Alfred!”

After I call him once more, he finally turns to my direction, blue eyes widening in shock. dR70rn

“Lian? Is it really you?”

Without caring about my appearance, I throw my arms around him in a tight embrace. Alfred’s surprise is still evident on his face, but silently hugs me back.

“Lian, why are you here?! And you’re cold and drenched! What happened─”

“H-help…” 9DBhGf

“Help? What happened to you? Your appearance…”

“H-help… Al, I-I’m…”

I want to talk properly, but my body is stiff and unable to stop shivering due to the cold. I have problems forming words with my mouth, unable to complete a sentence.

Get a hold of yourself. Relax. Everything is alright now. kimroG

Alfred is here.

”Calm down. What happened?”

I am at a loss for words.

How should I explain it? SaFfTL

Alfred waits for me to reply for a few seconds, before lifting me up with one arm.

“Uwahh…”

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“Fine. I’ll ask later.”

Then he walks towards the entrance of the bar. Lifted so suddenly from the ground, I have no choice but to cling on to Alfred. 3HRLyV

He walks evenly, even while carrying me with only one hand. As usual, his strength is really out of the norm.

“For now, let’s go inside. It’s cold out here.”

“Sorry, Al. Work…”

“It’s fine.” wkqfUz

Inside, the smell of liquor and food is thick in the air. It’s warm in here too.

The bar is spacious, enough room for ten tables fit for four customers each. Many people are enjoying themselves, indulging in beer and conversation.

At the middle stands a small stage with people playing musical instruments, a woman in white dress singing soulfully at the front. Her body sways with the rhythm of the music.

Alfred brings me to the kitchen. Or rather, he carries me there. Hd0kjc

On the way, some passing customers and waitresses glance at us curiously.

Unable to bear their curious eyes, I just lower my face. Luckily, it’s dim here. If my current appearance is visible, I probably won’t be able to endure the embarrassment. I’d smack Alfred before fleeing outside. In fact, I want him to put me down already. I can walk.

Alfred peers into the kitchen, and shouts, “Master! Ma’am!”

“Yes?” Cq9nog

“What is it? Wait a minute!”

In the kitchen, a big sweaty man wearing a denim apron and a red bandana shakes a frying pan. There’s also a small and plump woman on the adorable side, an apron embroidered with a rabbit-like animal tied to her waist and a red scarf wrapped around her neck. Both of them had responded simultaneously and turned their heads toward us.

There are also two young apprentice cooks in the kitchen who turn to us out of curiosity.

Their gazes bore into me, making me uncomfortable. GjXh2l

“L-let me down, Alfred…”

“Are you alright?”

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After I nod, he finally let me stand on my own.

“Oh? Who is this kid? What happened to him?” ChzBdI

“Ah, he’s my… friend. He went to the same school as me. I’m sorry, but I want to lend him a room upstairs. I’ll pay for it later. Or you can deduct it from my salary.”

“I don’t mind, but─”

The plump lady inspects me, her eyes widening. Then she frowns.

“Wait… He looks… What happened to him?”” y74joa

“Um, that…”

Brand new chapter! (＾3＾♪

Hm? What does that star in the title mean, you ask? Actually, it is not a star, but a chrysanthemum. It symbolize how much Alfred will satisfy us Lian’s certain needs, so if you see those sta, I mean chrysanthemum mark, expect some *beep* *beep* in the marked chapter, mostly in the second half!

I feel embarrased typing that whole thing hzhzhz when I read this back I’ll certainly regret it 5LPSAG

uh actually sometimes I just feel like re-reading the snusnu part so this kind of mark in JP novels is really helpful for me to find it LOL I feel like a pervert now

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  1. ＊ｉｎｈａｌｅｓ＊

    ＊ｅｘｈａｌｅｓ＊

    next chp, cant wait

    aaaaa finally lian is safe, thank you for the ch

    💖

  2. Hehe re-reading the snusnu parts isn’t that bad of a habit many people do it too! Thank you for the mark! Huehueheue~ (✷‿✷)(☆▽☆)◉‿◉

  3. I bet Alfred’s gonna be livid when he finds out what happened to Lian!

    Thanks for marking the chapter. I also like the racier scenes heh~ ლ(´ڡ`ლ)

  4. It’s here! 😭

    Oh he’s safe

    Oh god how freaked out I was waiting.

    how terrifying it was reading.

    I can’t wait for the next chapter

    Thank you translator.

  8. Whelp. Here comes the snusnu. They didn’t make it to two years like they’d planned. Still, this is a good opportunity for Alfred since Lian/Nao wants comfort (from Alfred) and has an aphrodisiac in his system. Though Alfred won’t be happy when he learns how Lian/Nao ended up in this state…

    The thing about the chrysanthemum made me laugh. Thank you.

    • Thank you for reading as well, XavierForest-san! ლ(^o^ლ)

  9. Oh m y g o d bless y o u. Im wheezing i need the next part asap god

    Thank u very much for the chapter uwu

  10. Yay, next chapter, things will be… interesting. I think it’s the chapter everyone wants to read since the beginning. XD

  11. I’m so glad he was able to escape. Also, I bet Alfred wants to murder a fool right away. Yay for next chapter ♥️

    Thanks for the great translation ♥️♥️♥️

  12. I wanted to start crying the moment Lian hugged Alfred →)╥﹏╥)

    Our poor baby! We need a freaking Lian Protection Squad!

    Thank you for the chapter!

    “The Asterisk means the Shou’s Chrysanthemum will get bullied by ML’s pistol in the next or current chapter”

    The more you know~☆

    🌠🌈🌈🌈

    • Here comes Lian Protection Squad, the leader is Alfred! We will go left when he go left, and we will go right when he go right…! Of course, to the bed too~ ༼ つ ◕‿◕ ༽つ smacked

      And OMG that’s gold (〃ﾟ3ﾟ〃)

      • When our Leader says torture that fcker, we as he says in the name of Protecting the precious Lian!

        (๑•̀ㅂ•́)و✧

        (That idea of asterisk representing Chrysanthemum just freaking slapped me in the face lol)

  13. I hope Lian’s family finds out and tortures that guy to death 🤬

  14. Wuwuwu my baby Lian, I was so worried TT∆TT

    Thank you for being born Alfred, I feel so relieved and thankful~

    My heart can finally rest~

    Thanks for the chapter Mii-san~🌸

  15. BIG QUESTION.

    WILL. IT. HAPPEN. NEXT. CHAPTER?

    (prolly not cuz 2nd parental figures are there..)

  16. That Knight is suuuper fucked. And not in the fun way…

    Ahhh, I’m happy that Liam now is protected by the ultimate weapon.

  17. So if we see the mark, I need to make sure to wait for the next part before read. Cuz I’ll die from cliffs if I don’t

    • Oh my, I’m not that sadistic to cut it in the middle of cough cough, Vannie-san! xD

      …Or, am I? ┬─┬ノ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°ノ)

  18. Time to ignite the masses! Time to inform the elder brother and initiate plan Yandere Retaliation! How dare these visitors defile the town’s angel! Time to retaliate and destroy!

    • I want Lian’s entrie family to just turn yandere and keep him tucked in his blanket together with hot chocolate and Alfred!! (〒﹏〒)

  19. Yay! I’m glad Lian is safe and also yay for what the upcoming sections bring. I’m excited for Alfred XD!!!

  20. Oh, mi cosita encontró el camino hacia su esposo, me preocupa lo que esté haciendo el degenerado caballero, ¿cuánto falta para la madre de demonios? ¿No se lo pueden comer?

    Así, que estimada traductora ¿esperamos papapa?

      • Ah de esperar, pero ahora hay un problema urgente …

        1.- Calmar a la esposa.

        2.- Planificar una sangrienta venganza, sin que nos atrapen [Intensión de matar nivel SSS]

  22. I’m so happy he made it to Alfred! I do not however foresee a good ending for the scum knights in the future.

  23. Here it comes my se- ehem ehem my research in what happens to the human body during certain times depends on it so pls update the story pls my life depends on it

  29. Don’t worry mii, we are all perv- I mean, passionate people. Looking forward on how Alfred will satisfy …. Us.

    Thank you for the chapter!!

  30. He found him!!! He found Alfred. Ah, I’m so glad… but Alfred will be furious when he finds out what happened.

    Thanks for the chapter! And for the stars! XD