I can't believe my memory came back. After such a long time of forgetting everything from my past before the accident and only recognizing a few people, I can finally say that I remember who I am. I can't believe that my teacher and my greatest enemy was my first love, the one I would have been willing to marry if it were possible... Now it seems too late, considering he gave up his right as an heir and became a cleric... Maybe I can become a cleric too, hm...
"Jonathan, wake up!"
That voice that had been by my side throughout my childhood was calling my name... I am so happy that I regained my memory that I think it's okay to tell him the truth... But what if-
It's better if I don't tell him. I woke up a bit sluggishly after Marcus practically pulled me out of bed, and I went to the bathroom to take a shower and get ready for classes...
"Well, esteemed professor, it seems you know how to play the violin, don't you?"
"Yes... Anyway, I haven't played for almost 8 years, so it's not like I can still play as before..."
"Hm, I wouldn't have thought that... Anyway, I think it's better if we go to class..."
"Yes... Honestly, thank you for helping me last night. I think if it weren't for you, I would have been much sadder..."
"Sorry? I didn't hear. What did you say?"
"I said thank you, alright?"
"Hm, I guess I should mark this day on the calendar, shouldn't I?"
Immediately after this extremely strange and rarer than UFO event, I headed to class happier than ever...
"Jonathan, did something good happen between you and Marcus?"
"I-I think everything is starting to change..."
"I think you're happier than before... Are you sure you're okay?"
"Yes, especially after I regained-"
Wait, I don't know if it's a good idea to tell him that I regained my memory... Anyway, I think it's better to keep it a secret.
After a few seconds in class, Marcus entered. When I saw him, I thought I was dreaming... Anyway, he seemed as changed as I was.
"Dear students, I thought it would be good to go on a mountain trip next week. I have already spoken to the principal, and it seems he agrees..."
"Father, why don't we know about this?" Maurice interrupted.
Honestly, I'm asking myself the same question... Anyway, it seems like a very new development, just this morning...
After the classes, I headed to the dining hall, even though I still had almost half an hour until lunchtime. That's when I ran into Marcus again.
"Jonathan, are you going to lunch?" Marcus asked.
"Y-Yes... Are you coming?"
"Sure... Anyway, I needed someone to talk to. I've never been able to go to lunch or take a walk with someone since I became a teacher..."
"Well, I think it's time for that to change, right?"
"Yeah... Anyway, I think you'll become more responsible, won't you?"
"Yes... Speaking of that... Why did you come up with the idea of a trip so suddenly?"
"I thought you all needed some relaxation after a full year... Plus, I see it as a reward for helping me when I wasn't feeling well..."
"Really? Then maybe we'll spend some quality time together, and we'll be roommates. I still think fate wants to bring us closer, don't you think?"
"P-Perhaps... Anyway-"
Marcus wanted to say something more, but it seems that Maurice arrived and stole him away, talking to him for a few minutes, while I made my way to the cafeteria. I know that Maurice is acting strangely because of Felix, and he believes I did something wrong to him, but I would never do anything to upset Maurice... Anyway, I think it's better not to tell Maurice about this to avoid him thinking anything suspicious about me... Honestly, I think Marcus will help me forget about Maurice and all the problems I unintentionally caused.
I remember our conversation a few days ago when I compared myself to Maurice and said some hurtful things without meaning to. Anyway, I hope he forgave me, especially since I told him to marry Maurice if he likes him so much... Now that my memory has returned, I regret everything.
Tomorrow is the 13th, so it seems we are going to meet at that nightclub to take care of the monthly ceremony... I'm curious about what kind of products they'll bring to the black market. Honestly, I bought some quite rare books for several thousand euros last month. Maurice got himself some relics from the 13th century, and the other nobles got all sorts of extremely rare objects.
While I was at the table, Maurice went to Felix's table to inform him that starting today, he would be sitting with us after Emily departs from the council. It seems Maurice is changing, and along with it, his sexual preferences... Did he invite him to the city? Things seem to be moving faster than I thought... Anyway, it's none of my business...
"Maurice, don't forget that tomorrow evening is the 13th night, and you have to preside over the ceremony, okay?"
"Wait, what? Oh, yes..."
"Don't tell me you forgot... Anyway, I think it would be better to go after we take care of something beforehand, just to be sure, right?"
"Yeah... I'll let you handle that... Are you coming with us to the city tonight?"
"I don't think so... I want to invite someone to the city, and if they accept, I'll go with that person."
"I think that person is just arriving, isn't it?"
I can't believe Marcus is coming to our table. I don't know what he has in mind, but I noticed that he's looking at me. Maurice also noticed and started to smile sarcastically.
"I have some business with Jonathan, is that okay?"
"Sure, he just finished eating," Maurice chimed in.
After all of this, it seems that Marcus has something to tell me. I just hope it's not something bad...
"Jonathan, I know it's not proper, but... Would you like to go on a date with me tonight?"
"Wait, what? Are you serious?"
"If you don't want to"
"It's not about that... I wanted to ask you the same thing... I think destiny is getting stronger with each passing day, don't you?"
"Y-Yes... Anyway, at 7:00 PM, we're going somewhere? Don't worry about the money... If I invited you, I'll pay for everything we consume. I just hope you like Spanish food..."
"How did you know I like Spanish food?"
"Well..."
Honestly, I'm starting to believe more and more that this Marcus is the same Marcus from almost 10 years ago. He and Maurice are the only ones who know that I like Spanish food, and I overheard their conversation, which didn't mention it, so I think I'm right.
As soon as we finished the conversation, I returned to the table, pretending to be sad.
"Jonathan, are you okay? Did he reject you?"
"No... He asked me to go on a-"
"What the hell? Are you serious?"
"Yes... Anyway, I can't come with you tonight, so you'll have to handle Felix on your own..."
After dinner, I went to rest to make sure I wouldn't fall asleep before the end of the date. I fell asleep, and various scenarios appeared in my dreams. One scenario was that we would go to a hotel after the date and make love... Another scenario was that we would simply kiss after the date... Anyway, I don't think Marcus is the type of person who would go for that, so...
As soon as I woke up, I noticed that Maurice was extremely depressed...
"Maurice, is something bothering you?"
"I think so... I'm thinking that everyone has friends they can rely on, but I-"
"Then what am I?"
"It's not about that... I'm thinking that-"
"Do you need a sex partner?"
"I don't think that's the case, anyway-"
"Then two partners? Three?"
"It doesn't matter... Anyway, I think you should go see Marcus, see how he's doing, and talk to him, don't you think?"
"I'm going on a date with him tonight, so I want us to be closer. Anyway, I hope you find someone too..."
I feel sorry that Maurice is feeling a little down, but I can't let it bother me. I somewhat understand that he has his reasons, but I don't know what to say about it...
After talking with Maurice, I got ready for our date tonight. I took a shower and finished taking care of the things on my mind, then headed to Marcus' room.
On the way to Marcus' room, I ran into Emily, our classmate and the daughter of the Duke of Milan. Honestly, I didn't like her from the beginning because she was the only girl in our class... Anyway, I hope everything will turn out fine...
"Jonathan, I've heard some things about you... Could you explain?"
"What do you want, Emily? If you have something to say, say it... Anyway-"
"You're with Marcus, aren't you?"
"T-That's none of your business... Anyway, I have to go. Don't forget that we come from two completely different worlds. If you think your charms will work on me, then you're mistaken..."
"Fine... You'll see, Prince Jonathan..."
I don't care what Emily says about me, but I will never allow her to talk about Marcus. No one is allowed to say anything about Marcus, not even Maurice...
As soon as I made sure Emily had left and I was alone, I went into Marcus' room. I know I've been here before, even last night, but due to tiredness and the other events of the past few days, I didn't have time to look around his room.
His room was larger than the students' rooms, and there was a prominent bookshelf with quite rare books, some of which I wouldn't have expected to find in the room of such a person.
"Father, are you okay? I mean..."
"I'll be right out..." Marcus' voice came from the bathroom.
"Uh, then I'll wait downstairs if that's the case..."
"There's no need for that. I'll be done soon, and then we can leave. While you wait, you can look through the library if you like something..."
"Okay, if you say so... Anyway, I see there are extremely rare books. There are some more books down here... Hm, wait..."
"What kind of books? Please don't tell me you've discovered my manga collection... If that's the case, please leave them there."
"Wait, do you have the latest volume of that BL manga that came out last year? I couldn't find it anywhere. Wait, I can't believe you have it with an autograph..."
"Wait, you like BL manga? I-I mean, it's not like there's anything strange about it..."
"Can I borrow it? I promise to return it by tomorrow evening..."
"Sure. If you want to borrow it, you can keep it longer. I'll talk to the author to get you a copy with an autograph."
"Thanks... Anyway-"
"Wait, I'll be right out."
I can't believe how good Marcus looks. I remember when we used to take baths together almost 10 years ago, and I know I was amazed by the size of his member... Anyway, after all these years, he seems even more beautiful than before.
"Jonathan, why are you staring like that?"
"It's nothing... I just remembered something and got lost in thought."
"Alright, let's go. I'll drive tonight, okay?"
"Sure. Anyway, I'm curious where we'll be going."
"It's that restaurant Adrien was talking about in the last meeting. The one with Spanish chefs... I studied in Spain for four years and missed that food."
"I like that food too. I'd love to visit Madrid someday... Anyway, I don't think-"
"I have some colleagues I need to visit this summer. We can go together if you want... Anyway, let's go..."