Chapter 8, the Asano family is your gravestone

On the sixteenth anniversary of your wife's passing, you sold the company and divided the substantial sum among Grandma Asano, your parents, and Rikka. You applied for assisted dying in Switzerland, and her ashes were buried alongside yours in the basement of the Asano family home, a dilapidated house she could never step out of. You chose to enter, and the house, filled with all your memories of her, became your tombstone

1. Stay in Jingye County 2. Return to Mizaki City 3. Go abroad 4. Free simulation

The elderly person expressed her apologies to you once again. You took her hand and said that you did not mind, inviting her to spend the New Year in Jingye County, at your hometown, to celebrate New Year's Eve together. The elderly person happily agreed.

These almost confessional words made Nan Naiyu's face flush and her body feel hot

On the morning of the second day, encouraged by you, Nao Asano took the subway with you to the hospital, where she comforted her grandmother

The parents and younger sister were both surprised and delighted. Everything went smoothly. At midnight, fireworks burst outside the window, and you and your wife put on your coats to enjoy the brilliance that lit up the winter night in the alleyway in front of the door

In the simulation, he is completely immersed in ACGN, 22 years old, without a formal job, staying at home with Nao Asano, and has a rather strained relationship with his parents and younger sister

Nan Nao completely forgot the recent turmoil, her mood fluctuating with Nan Youxi's words

"You must have been spying on me since I moved in, right? That telescope set up in the study is meant for watching me." He reached out to touch Nanai Nao's face

For so many years, during the nights he was unaware of and in the corners he had not seen, Nai Xu experienced this, feeling guilt and regret time and again

She is accustomed to self-reflection, to belittling herself, to labeling her life with dark and failed terms, and as a result, she harbors guilt towards everyone involved in her life

You entrusted Liuhua to your parents, took the savings left by your wife, and entered the business world

Simulation ended

The cold wind seeps into the collar, she helps you put on your hat, leaning against your shoulder. Your parents and younger sister watch your figures, sighing in acknowledgment of Asano Nao.

As the days of pregnancy pass, you gradually notice something amiss; your wife becomes increasingly quiet and silent. You suddenly realize that for your sensitive and fragile wife, the stimulation of pregnancy, the hormonal changes during this period, and the mental and physical pressures are all burdens that are too heavy to bear

I believe Yuki can find a woman who is not like this

The refrigerator next to the bedroom door is quite empty; apart from a large bottle of oolong tea, there is only a piece of pineapple bun. He breaks it in half, pours some oolong tea over it, and sits on the edge of the bed to enjoy.

The production has ruined Nao Asano's health, and his wife has since become a frequent visitor to the hospital. The doctor stated that her physical weakness is not serious and that as long as she pays attention to her recuperation, there will be no danger to her life

It is not that he is unfilial, but rather that the relationship between mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law has been a difficult issue since ancient times. Moreover, his parents' acceptance of Asano Nao is quite reluctant

Option three can be directly skipped; the main issue is whether to stay in Jingye County or return to Mizaki City

The positions of the two individuals have been swapped, with Nan Yuki above, gazing at his anxious wife. His wife's dark, wet hair is spread across the bed, seemingly connecting her to the darkness.

Moreover, the hunger in his stomach affected his condition, preventing him from concentrating.

Although Nao Asano is a recluse, she is truly a good woman. It would be wonderful if she could overcome her social anxiety

Outside the window, the sun has risen high. On the phone screen, the time reads 9:27, and he has skipped class for an hour.

An option that has been long absent has unexpectedly appeared

"Because I desire a rosy youth and a romantic relationship filled with the color of roses," Nan Yuki revealed the mystery, "that is why I sought out my sister"

You wish to give up the child, but your wife insists on giving birth. You dare not provoke her emotions and can only accompany her with even greater care

With your companionship and encouragement, Nao Asano stepped out of the house, first into the quiet park of the deep night, then onto the sparsely populated streets at noon, and finally into the bustling shopping mall. As long as you are by her side, Nao Asano feels no fear; you are her dreamcatcher, filtering out all nightmares.

There are many pedestrians in the alley, and many acquaintances among them. They greet you and your wife. Your wife holds your hand tightly, converses with them, and smiles.

Nan Youxi gazed at his wife beneath him, who turned her face away in shyness, but gradually turned back as she became concerned about the content of his words

In the comfort of her bed, the real Nan Yuxi was initially quite moved, but upon seeing this sentence, she suddenly became furious

Your sincere words touched Nao Asano, dispelling the doubts in her heart. You both decided to have a child. The understanding between you and Nao Asano deepened.

At that time, I had just arrived at Yuzaki, and I accidentally made a fool of myself at school, becoming the target of laughter from a few unruly students. I was in a state of withdrawal, with no friends around me

The force from the shoulder caused Nan Nai to lose her balance and be toppled onto the bed.

After finishing the pineapple bun, the protests from his stomach were quelled. He washed his hands and lay back down on the bed

He gently pulled aside the arm that Nan Naiyu was using to cover her face, lowered his head, and faced her tear-streaked face directly, gazing into her eyes that sparkled with tears

Nan Yuki hesitated for a moment, then chose 2, taking Asanoya Nao back to Misaki City

On the day of New Year's Eve, you held Shallow and * Picture * Book Yenao's hand, bringing along Grandma Asano, and knocked on the door of your old home

What about the memories of the scene? How can we fill his memory with some bittersweet experiences, so that later he can have joyful memories of doing meaningful things?

You and she are very happy, your parents are very happy, and Grandma Asano is also very happy. However, you did not notice that your wife's happiness is becoming increasingly forced, and the one you have teased for a lifetime, Nao Asano, has also deceived you once with a feigned expression.

You did not discuss the matter of New Year's Eve with your parents and planned to act first and report later. Asano Nao decided to begin special training for that day.

Nanyuki closed her eyes, her eyelids blocking out the light. In this darkness, scenes from her memories unfolded

On the day of Liuhua's fifth birthday, his wife passed away. You questioned the doctor, who said she had fallen ill due to depression

You tell Nanai that your encounter was not a chance of fate, but rather a meticulous arrangement on your part

You do not understand, you have been at home with the child and her, so why is she still feeling depressed? What is she feeling depressed about?

Given the current development of the plot, it is not feasible to abandon the simulation to attend school; let us skip school today.

Nan Yuki believes that returning to Mizaki City and distancing herself from her parents is the correct choice

"Even if it is not me, someone else could do it," she said softly

Now, Nan Yuki informs her that the young man has meticulously plotted and set a trap to capture her, breaking into her home

Does my sister know why I came to Misaki?" He used a rarely used term to address his wife

Isn't going back to Misaki the correct option? Clearly, if the choice is to go back, Nao Asano would be more relaxed.

Although my sister startled me a bit when we first met, resembling a watermelon bug, everything in our subsequent interactions aligned perfectly with my fantasies. Rose, pink, white, and yellow—every color was represented. It was truly a model romance, not out of place even in a comic, wouldn't you agree

She has always believed that it was she who seduced the boy in this unexpected encounter, dragging him into her dark and damp home, pulling him into her gloomy and shadowy life

On the day before the due date, your child was born. The child is named Nan Liuhua, a name chosen by your wife, who hopes that your child will grow up to be a cheerful person. You hand the baby over to the parents beside you to accompany your weakened wife

He suppressed his unease and looked down

I had long noticed your spying, so I conducted a slight investigation. His tone gradually became more cheerful, laced with teasing, "What I didn't expect was that the perverted sister who was spying on me turned out to be a beauty."

Grandma Asano did not speak, but her expression clearly indicated that she hoped you would stay

Amidst your wife's anxiety, you rejected your parents and boarded the train back with her

I believe it is not acceptable. When I mentioned dropping out of school, my sister only gave me a slight suggestion, right? Over the years, she has never told me to find a proper job. If it were another woman, she would definitely want me to go out and work hard, to put in overtime, to curry favor, to earn money for her to spend, and to satisfy her vanity

Unexpectedly, Nan Naiyu is so stubborn, Nan Youxi straightened up. He drew back the curtains, and the dim light of the streetlamp outside illuminated their bodies, casting a layer of luster on their skin. The light was not bright, but it was sufficient for them to see each other clearly

Not in a hurry to continue the experience, he first reflects on this simulated life experience

Nan Yuki looked at the simulator panel

In the dimly lit room, the outlines of the couple merged together. Nan Youxi's slightly warm palm glided up his wife's cool arm, grasping her shoulder.

The temperature transmitted through the fingertips rose, and the wife turned her head, unable to look at him

Yet, in her heart, there remained a trace of worry

"Please stop using that title." Nan Nao protested softly, her face flushed.

The emotions contained in this scene are overwhelming, and his spectator's heart is also influenced by this memory, becoming melancholic.

Looking at the Rikka beside you, you understand

As your business grows larger, you established the company in your wife's name. You seldom return home to see your daughter, and both the daughter herself and her resemblance to your wife cause you great pain

Cease the memory scene, Nan Yuki rubbed her forehead, taking a break

Why?

Nan Youxi felt a sudden jolt in her heart; the text conveyed a sense of foreboding.

You choose ... ...

This word made Nan Naiyu feel an unbearable sense of shame, and she covered her face with both arms, beneath her fair and smooth arms, a faint sound emerged

What kind of ending does this life ultimately have: a Happy End, a Bad End, or a Normal End?

Not long after, Nao Asano became pregnant

He expressed his feelings: "I am very happy, I was very happy before, and I am happy now. When I submitted the marriage application, I was so delighted that I felt like jumping up like a child. I am certain of my happiness; I believe that life with you is very fulfilling. If I could choose again, I would still knock on your door to borrow comics from you"

On the first day of the New Year, you are to take Asano Nao to the shrine for worship. Your mother takes out her treasured kimono, your father gifts a splendid obi, and your younger sister presents a hair flower to Asano Nao. Your wife looks beautiful in it. At the shrine, you encounter friends from your hometown, who praise Asano Nao's beauty, and she responds with a smile.

After the New Year, your parents said to you that they hope you will stay in Jiyeno County, by their side, and mentioned that Grandma Asano can also stay