After hearing Serena's story, I finally understood why she fell in love with me.
Or more accurately, why she fell in love with Naoki—before I reincarnated into his body.
Her words made me fall into a thoughtful silence, questioning myself.
What if Serena's love was meant for Naoki, not for me—Takahiro Nao?What should I do then? Should I keep pretending to be Naoki von Blackmore and inherit everything he once had?
I truly didn't know the answer. But there was one thing I was absolutely certain of: I had fallen deeply in love with Serena.
Without thinking, I asked her, "Serena... I've lost my memories. I'm no longer the Naoki you once knew. This is who I am now—the Naoki von Blackmore who stands beside you. Do you... still love me?"
My voice trembled. I was afraid—terrified—that she might change her mind.
"Pftt, what kind of question is that?" she giggled, her cheeks glowing pink. "Do I really have to say it again?"
Then she looked at me with a smile that melted my fear.
