…A few months later.

Vibrant green leaves rustled under brimming sunlight. Vegetables and fruits had sprouted. The land, where all things grew, retained enough water that one’s feet would sink upon stepping on it.

The Selvi territory—once rumored to be “a land forsaken by spirits”—was regaining its former glory as “a land cherished by spirits.”

“What nice weather. I should’ve brought a lunch box. In front of such gorgeous scenery, the meal would surely taste better.”

“Since Lithia is more gorgeous than any scenery, I don’t think that’d be necessary? Oh, right, you can’t see your own face. Next time, let’s bring a lunchbox and a mirror.”

“…Let’s settle with just a lunchbox. Besides, I can always eat while admiring Geo!”

Geo and Lithia, who were inspecting one of the Selvi territory’s many farmlands, held hands as they enjoyed their outing.

“Oh! If it isn’t the Savior of Light and his wife!”

“Everyone! The future lord and his wife are here!”

The farmers immediately abandoned what they were doing and rushed over.

“As per the contract, if the annual harvest recovers to 50% of the amount before the drought, I’ll be adopted. I’m not exactly the future lord, yet…”

“No, no, the fields aren’t just half of what they were before, but they’re growing at a rate of 50% more than before! This is all thanks to you!”

Apparently, an earthquake three years ago injured the Water Spirit that had blessed the lake of the Selvi territory, causing it to fall into a deep slumber. After being healed, the Water Spirit resumed its duty.

The people of the territory thanked the light magic-user who came from the royal capital, and the rumors spread like wildfire.

Meanwhile, the person in question was enjoying the comfort of his wife’s lap pillow while complaining, “Rewinding time to three years ago is really exhausting…”

“I don’t care whether or not Geo receives the title, but I’m happy seeing everyone recognize your talent.”

“As long as Lithia is there, I don’t care about the peerage. Your happiness is my happiness.”

According to her regular correspondence with the Album family, many events had transpired in the royal capital. Apparently, the right of succession to the throne had been transferred from the first prince to his 7-year-old brother. As for the first prince himself, he had become a recluse.

In order to make Lithia his only wife, Andrew had deceived the other candidates. However, because Lithia had escaped, he was left without a single fiancée candidate. Thus, the royal family decided that rather than appointing new candidates, simply replacing the crown prince and re-educating the new one would be better.

Although, the issue barely affected Geo and Lithia as they lived in a land far away from the royal capital.

“Young lady, if you don’t mind, do receive this. These are the first white berries I picked this year.”

“Are you sure? Thank you.”

“Ma’am, this is a turnip I grew myself, please eat it!”

“Thank you, I’ll include it in tomorrow’s salad.”

Geo and Lithia were now living together in a small mansion prepared by the Baron of Selvi.

If Geo had come on his own, he’d have lived near the Selvi family’s residence. However, the baron was considerate of the couple. He said, “We shouldn’t get in the way of the newlyweds.”

“Hey! Watch yourself! That’s someone else’s wife!”

“Ouch!”

A youth had given Lithia a turnip, he was smiling ear to ear. But in the next moment, the elderly man next to him slapped his back. He was probably the youth’s father.

“No, it’s alright. After all, my wife is the most beautiful woman in the world. Anyone would be stunned if a Moon Fairy were to suddenly grace them with her presence.”

While rubbing the youth’s back, Geo sternly reprimanded his father. The youth’s expression filled with surprise.

“…Huh? The pain has disappeared. Could it be, it’s the young master’s healing magic!”

Geo seemed to have casted a spell.

“Thank you for your kind and generous words.”

Even today, Geo—an honest man—had made a name for himself as a devoted husband in the Selvi territory. Of course, the same went for his wife; the Moon Fairy who always stood by his side.

The lively laughter of the people of the territory erupted beside the lush farmland.

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“Did you fall for me at the first sight, Geo?”

“Yep, that’s right. Funny how I was just thinking, ‘Wow, the moon sure is beautiful tonight.’ And then, a fairy appeared in front of me.”

On the way home from the farmland, the two walked hand-in-hand down a peaceful road.

“…In truth, I once thought that Geo might be a flower fairy.”

“Huh? I’m not, though—”

“—I know! It’s just a small analogy!”

Even now, Lithia still dreamed of the time when she just met Geo.

“The day after we first met, you showed me the summer flowers of that tree. Actually… I wasn’t admiring the flowers at the time. Instead, my eyes were fixed on you, the man smiling proudly amidst the flower snowstorm…”

Perhaps, she had fallen for him at that time. Geo always praised her for her fairy-like beauty, but in all honesty, Lithia had the same thought about him.

“…Please stay by my side forever, my Fairy.”

“Always, my Moon.”

Thus, the shadows of the two merged into one.

—As they did, his jet-black hair and her pure white hair were interwoven, creating a beautiful contrast.

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