When I Went to Another World, All the Women I Met Fell in Love With Me and Things Got Out of Hand – A Carefree and Heartwarming Harem of a Man Who Fell in Love With a Death God, as He Pours His Thoughts Into a Sketchbook and Dominates All. C91

Currently, in Southlea, Celestina and Sakura remain, confirming the town's situation and the wishes of the people.

Before Kakeru returns, it is necessary to list what needs to be done.

"Celestina-sama, there's something I'd like to inform you of," Torres, one of the Seven Holy Swords, spoke amidst all this.

Torres, a tall, handsome young man with chestnut hair and azure eyes, earned the nickname "Gentleman of the Seven Holy Swords" due to his appearance.

He was close friends with Sakura's brother, Knugi, also one of the Seven Holy Swords, and had come to Southlea for Knugi's wedding when disaster struck.

In truth, Torres was the leading candidate for Sakura's engagement, and both he and his family were enthusiastic about it. However, Kakeru's arrival naturally shattered those plans.

He felt disheartened internally, but he never showed it and remained a good man, able to bless Kakeru and Sakura.

"Torres, what's wrong?"

"Well, this is something only I know, but on the day of the disaster, most of the royal family, including His Majesty the King, shouldn't have been in Centralia."

"What? Is that true, Torres?"

"Yes, they had been invited to a new hot spring facility in Crystalia and were on a family trip. The reason I know is that I was supposed to be part of their security."

"…If that's the case, then maybe…"

"Yes, in addition to the Royal Guard, there should have been three of the Seven Holy Swords accompanying them, so there is a good chance they were able to evacuate."

"…I see."

"Shall we inform Lord Kakeru and have him search, Celestina-sama?"

"The road from Astrea to Crystalia is limited, and if it becomes an evacuation city, it will be even more restricted. But…"

"That's not possible."

"What!? Why not, Celestina-sama?"

"If we go from the eastern part of Astrea to Crystalia, it's on the opposite side of Alcarise. Right now, we don't have the resources to search that far. Father and the others should be fine. As Torres mentioned, there are also three of the Seven Holy Swords."

Celestina insisted that the search by His Majesty the King and others should be the last resort.

However, Torres didn't miss the fact that she had clenched her hand so tightly it bled.

"I apologize for not thinking it through and causing trouble for Your Highness," Torres bowed his head and apologized.

"Don't apologize, Torres. The information you provided was my salvation, it gave me courage. It became a beacon of light in the darkness. Thank you, Torres. It meant more to me than any jewel or dress."

Celestina smiled gently.

(...Celestina-sama, you probably don't even remember, but I was also a candidate to be your fiancé. All of us, including me, were rejected.)

Torres thought. Whatever happens from now on, he will wield his sword for her sake. Protecting her means protecting Astrea.

"Oh, Torres."

"Yes, what is it?"

"You liked Sakura, didn't you? Cheer up."

"Huh? Well, yes... um, I can't compare to Lord Kakeru."

Torres chuckled, embarrassed by her directness.

"It's okay. Among men other than Lord Kakeru, I think Torres is the better choice, and there are women who like you!"

"Who, for example?"

"Well, you know, Kaede and, uh, Kaede?"

"...It's Kaede-exclusive, huh? But she's still a child..."

"It's not like that. In another five years, she'll probably become a beautiful girl like Sakura, don't you think?"

"Perhaps, but in five years, I'll be an old man. It's a bit..."

"Hehe, well, do as you please. By the way, how was it?"

"What do you mean?"

"It's obvious who you've decided on, right?"

Torres thought for a moment.

"Phew... I went through quite an ordeal."

Finally released, Torres thought, but then he realized something. Celestina had many fiancés besides him, and no one seemed dissatisfied with that. It was terrifying. As a man, he couldn't possibly compete.

"Ouch! Torres-sama!"

Kaede ran over from the distance and jumped into Torres' arms, which he gently caught.

"Kaede, you shouldn't get hurt."

"I'm fine! I only do this for Torres-sama."

Kaede smiled brightly.

"Hey, Kaede, what do you think of Lord Kakeru?"

"The hero? I love my big brother! He saved Sakura big sister, you know. Big sister called him a prince, but for me, the prince is Torres-sama! You protected our family and the town, Torres-sama!"

"Kaede..."

"So, cheer up, Torres-sama."

Kaede gently stroked Torres' head.

"I tried to hide it, but..."

(Five years, huh? I wonder if Kaede will still like me when I've become an old man.)

Torres couldn't be sure. However, the warmth of her hand was too kind to him now. Her words made him happy.