Reincarnated as a failed hero?! Watch me Defy Fate! - Chapter 147

Chapter 147: Let’s Meet Again!

Chapter 147: Let’s Meet Again!

The academy graduation day had officially come to an end, closing with a grand event hosted by Headmistress Arsene, who had invited all graduates along with their families who had come to celebrate.  That lively night felt like a farewell party for all of us.

I could see the students around me-some were overjoyed, while others looked melancholic.

Those with average grades would most likely enlist as royal knights or continue serving as knights in guilds.

But one thing was certain: tonight, we would all enjoy ourselves one last time before parting ways.  I spotted Marius having fun with Milly and the maids of my family.

I had already informed them that Marius would be joining our household as a knight, and that news delighted everyone in the Blackmore family.

Especially Vivin-she was particularly excited that there would be another great tank in the family besides herself.  On the other side of the hall, I noticed Julius and Termina dancing together.

They looked surprisingly good as a pair.

In my mind, I could hear Envi grumbling with jealousy-he also wanted to dance with the girls.

However, I forbade him, considering that Lyra, Freya, and Amelia were busy spending time with their families.  “Let them enjoy their moments with their families,” I reassured Envi.  “But Nao, you do realize that after tonight, we won’t see them for a long time, right?” Envi’s voice took on a rare, somber tone.

“They’ll be heading off to three months of intensive training, and after that, they’ll be assigned to their respective positions.

And tomorrow, they’re already leaving for the training center.

Meanwhile, you’ll be preparing for the Hero’s Trial.

So, you… I… we’ll definitely feel lonely.”  “Of course, I know that,” I replied.

“We’re all going to walk different paths, each of us fighting our own battles.

That’s just part of growing up, Envi-it’s natural.

But I understand what you’re saying.

I’ll miss them too.”  I let out a small sigh.

“To be honest, I still can’t believe I managed to make so many friends in this world.

It’s so different from my past life on Earth.

Back there, I only had a couple of friends-Senior Kai, and then Mamoru, who… is gone now.”  A bittersweet feeling washed over me as I recalled my old life.

But at the same time, I felt grateful for the friends I had made in this world.  Just as I was lost in thought, a familiar voice called out to me from behind.  “What are you thinking about, Naoki-sama?” It was Lyra.  “Are you worrying about something, Naoki-dono?” Freya had arrived as well.  “Or perhaps… were you thinking about us?” Amelia smirked, attempting to tease me.  I was startled by their sudden presence and quickly asked why they had left their families just to come here.  Their answer was simple-they wanted to spend time with me.

Since we would all be going our separate ways, they wanted to be together for just a little longer.  Lyra looked a little down, Freya had a distant look in her eyes, and even Amelia-usually so full of energy-remained silent.  Seeing them like this made me realize that we were all feeling the same thing.

We were all afraid of losing the fun, the beautiful days we had spent together at the academy.  I smiled at them and said, “You don’t have to be sad.

We won’t be apart forever.

I promise I’ll do my best to complete the Hero’s Trial as fast as possible.

Maybe I’ll even show up just in time to save you all if you’re ever in danger.”  “But Naoki…” Amelia’s voice was tinged with concern.

“The Hero’s Trial doesn’t have a fixed duration.

On average, heroes take two to four months to complete it.

Nobody knows what truly happens inside the sacred chamber where the trial is held.

In fact, according to the kingdom’s history, there was once a hero who took an entire year to finish it.

That’s why… we’re worried about you.”  Lyra and Freya both nodded, their expressions clouded with worry.  “I see…” I muttered, surprised to hear just how unpredictable the trial could be.

“I didn’t know it could take that long.

But come on, don’t be so gloomy.

I’m sure I’ll finish it quickly.

Who knows?

I might just show up when you least expect it-right when you’re in trouble, haha.”  “That… sounds just like you, Naoki-sama.

You always come to save us,” Lyra said with a soft smile.

I couldn’t resist patting her head gently.  “That’s true,” Freya added with determination.

“But this time, we’ll become even stronger.

One day, it’ll be us saving you, Naoki-dono.”  I chuckled and nodded, ruffling her hair as well.

“Naoki… once you’ve completed your Hero’s Trial, I will be waiting for you when you step out of that chamber.” Amelia’s voice was soft yet filled with determination.

Her warm, genuine smile carried an unspoken promise.

Being the princess of this kingdom, she had the privilege to wait for me without worry, but there was something deeper in her words-an unwavering faith that I would return.

“I see… Thank you, Amelia.

I’ll be happy to see you when I return.” I smiled and gently patted her head, a habit I had developed whenever I wanted to comfort or appreciate someone.

She closed her eyes briefly, as if savoring the moment, before looking up at me with a radiant expression.

After that heartfelt conversation, I decided to meet the families of Lyra and Freya.

As I approached them, Lyra’s parents, the Waterfalls, and Freya’s biological family, the Flamestones, greeted me warmly.

They introduced me as their daughters’ savior, eagerly recounting stories of how we first met, our shared experiences at the academy, and the harrowing events of our recent dungeon raid.

I felt a mix of embarrassment and pride as they spoke.

It was surreal to hear myself being described as someone so important in their lives.

But just as I was beginning to feel at ease, their next words completely blindsided me.

They introduced me not just as their daughters’ savior… but as their future partner.

My mind went blank.

I could feel the heat rushing to my face.

My heartbeat quickened.

Never in my wildest dreams had I imagined being formally introduced to their families as a potential fiancé.

This felt exactly like the nerve-wracking experience of meeting your future in-laws-except it was happening with two different families at once.

And to make matters worse, their fathers were staring at me with unreadable, almost intimidating expressions.

I swallowed hard.

At first, I was overwhelmed, unsure of how to respond.

But before I could panic, Lyra and Freya came to my rescue.

They spoke earnestly, reassuring their families that I was someone they cherished.

Their confidence and warmth gradually eased the tension.

And then, the moment they learned that I was a candidate for the Hero’s Trial, their entire attitude changed.

In an instant, their fathers’ once-stoic expressions shifted into something entirely different-pride and approval.

Their mothers, on the other hand, looked delighted, their eyes sparkling with excitement.

Suddenly, I was no longer just a young man courting their daughters-I was a future hero, someone with great potential.

They accepted me without hesitation, showering me with encouragement and blessings.

At that moment, I realized just how fortunate I was to have been reincarnated as Naoki Blackmore, the heir of a hero’s family.

Just as I was recovering from that overwhelming situation, I turned to glance at Amelia.

Her expression was unmistakable-she was pouting ever so slightly, a hint of jealousy evident in her eyes.

I had already gone through this kind of introduction in front of her father, King Aslan, earlier, yet it seemed that watching Lyra and Freya introduce me to their families had made her feel left out.

Without hesitation, I walked over to her and extended my hand.

“Come on, Amelia.

You should join us too.” She blinked in surprise before smiling and taking my hand.

Together, we stood before Lyra and Freya’s families.

The moment Amelia stepped beside me, an awkward silence fell over the group.

Lyra and Freya’s families exchanged glances before their eyes widened in shock.

They had just learned that I wasn’t only involved with their daughters-I was also engaged to Amelia, the princess of the kingdom.

For a split second, I feared things might become tense again, but instead, their reactions were quite the opposite.

Excitement filled the air, and I could practically see them celebrating internally.

To them, this wasn’t just a marriage prospect anymore-this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Their daughters’ futures were now linked not only to a hero candidate but also to the royal family itself.

I could only stand there, unable to do anything as the situation spiraled beyond my control.

Inside my mind, I heard an uncontrollable burst of laughter.

“Ahahahaha!

This is priceless!

Look at you, Nao, completely cornered!

You’ve practically been claimed in front of their entire families!

And to think, this all happened because of my ‘little proposal stunt’ earlier!

Ahaha!” Envi was laughing so hard he could barely finish his sentence.

I clenched my teeth.

“You… this is your fault!

If you hadn’t pulled that ridiculous stunt, I wouldn’t be in this mess!” “Oh, come on, you love it!

Admit it!

Just accept your fate and embrace the harem dream!” “Not happening!” While Envi cackled in my mind, I sighed in resignation.

There was no way I could undo what had happened.

The night had taken an unexpected turn, and by the end of it, I had somehow ended up in a far more complicated situation than I ever anticipated.

That night… was exhausting in every possible way.

….

The Next Day That morning felt different.

The air, usually filled with the chatter of students, now carried a sense of quiet anticipation.

The atmosphere signaled that the time had finally come for my friends to depart for the Braveheart Kingdom’s Knight Training Center.

Lyra, Freya, Marius, Julius, Leopold, Termina, Luna, Erin, Hendrik, and the others had all been assigned to leave immediately.

Their destination was a northern military stronghold-the heart of the kingdom’s power-where they would train and prepare themselves to become true knights.

Meanwhile, I remained at the academy dormitory for another week, awaiting my departure for the Hero’s Trial.

Since Marius was my roommate, I helped him pack up his belongings.

Unsurprisingly, most of his possessions consisted of heavy training equipment-barbells, dumbbells, and other strange items that only he could probably lift.

The musclehead looked downcast.

Despite having the physique of a bear, his expression resembled that of a child reluctantly leaving home for the first time.

“Hey, don’t look so gloomy,” I said, patting his shoulder.

“We’ll see each other again at my family’s mansion once you finish your training and I return from the Hero’s Trial.” Hearing that, Marius immediately brightened up.

“You’re right!

By then, I’ll have mastered the ultimate defense technique and impress you all!” His excitement made me chuckle.

Seeing my friend so motivated, I knew we were all stepping onto our own paths, chasing our dreams.

…

After helping Marius pack, my friends and I decided to gather one last time in Class 3-C, even though Leopold and Julius were from Class 3-A, and Termina was from Class 3-B.

They still happy to join us, making this moment even more special.

We sat in a circle, reminiscing about our time at the academy.

As if by silent agreement, we each began sharing our dreams for the future.

Marius went first, confidently declaring,”I will become a knight whose muscles are as strong as an iron shield!” Julius and Termina both shared similar ambitions-they wanted to become vice-commanders in their respective knight divisions.

Leopold had the same goal, aiming to rise through the ranks quickly.

Meanwhile, Hendrik and Erin vowed to work hard in their divisions, hoping that one day, we could all reunite again.

Hearing their dreams, we couldn’t help but laugh together, feeling both excited.

Then, Lyra spoke up.

“I want to become a someone who can help people through knowledge and magic, just like the Saintess, and strong just like Serena-sama.” Freya clenched her fists with determination.

“I will become the strongest woman in this kingdom!

One day, my strength will rival that of Hero Cain himself!” I smiled at them both and gave them an encouraging nod, silently promising to support them no matter what.

Amelia was the last to speak.

She placed a hand over her heart and declared, “I want to become as strong as my eldest sister, Aria von Braveheart, and fight alongside all of you on the battlefield.

But… more than anything, I will become this kingdom’s future queen-with Naoki as my king.” Her words sent shockwaves through the room.

A moment of stunned silence was quickly followed by uproarious laughter.

Everyone burst out laughing, teasing me relentlessly.

“So, our future hero is already engaged to royalty, huh?” Julius grinned.

“Guess we should start calling him ‘Your Majesty’!” Marius joked.

I groaned, rubbing my temples.

“Can we please move on?” Despite the playful banter, I could feel the warmth behind their words.

This moment-our dreams, our promises-I wanted to hold onto it forever.

Before parting, we all made a solemn vow: One day, no matter what happens, we will gather like this again.

…

And so, the time finally came.

Amelia and I stood at the academy’s front gate, watching as our friends prepared to leave.

They mounted their carriages, securing their bags, and turned to face us one last time.

With bright smiles, they waved and shouted in unison, “See you!

Let’s meet again!” I returned their wave, smiling despite the heaviness in my chest.

“Yeah…

See you.” Though we all tried to act strong, deep down, we knew the truth-this goodbye was painful.

But we also understood that this was the path we had chosen.

We would meet again, stronger than ever.

And now… My Preparation for the Hero’s Trial Begins!

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