Tokyo Soft Rice King.

"Well, I think it doesn't matter. If it's true love, she'll accept you no matter what."

Akira Kuroba once watched a movie called "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," which tells the story of a baby who is born as an old man, gradually becomes younger as he grows older, and eventually turns back into a baby and dies in the arms of his lover who has become an old woman.

Appearance and age difference are not problems at all. Although others may see it as heresy, as long as the two of you are compatible, the opinions of others are not important.

"True love... um... have I given her happiness...?"

However, these words only made young Kobayashi more insecure.

Is this the same confident and charismatic figure who was discussing serious matters just now? The contrast is too great!

Well, now we don't even need to ask him for advice. It turns out that Mr. Kobayashi is quite the rookie when it comes to love!

So the reason why Grandma Kobayashi was able to win the final victory was entirely because she was the proactive one and kept other philanderers at bay!

Grandma Kobayashi, you're amazing!

"Alright, instead of hesitating and being timid here, why not just go see her? Many times, a single meeting is enough to confirm each other's feelings."

The result was that Kuroba Akira was encouraging young Kobayashi to face the situation bravely.

As he was about to leave, Kobayashi straightened his back, the forced smile on his lips looking incredibly stiff, and took a deep breath to adjust his mindset.

"Phew, you're right... Well then, let's go back!"

Kobayashi Mitsuru took Kuroba Akira's hand and led him to the main gate of the main hall. As he touched the door with his other hand and pushed it open, they crossed the gap between the mortal world and the other world, and the two returned to the real world together.

Outside the hall, everyone had gathered in the open space in front of the hall, so Kuroba Akira and Kobayashi Mitsuru attracted everyone's attention as soon as they came out.

It seems that Tomita Hokugen, who came out early, explained the situation to everyone, which is why they are waiting here for the two to return.

However, Kuroba Akira noticed that Ameha Hikaru was not present. Had she already gone back?

The girls were naturally more interested in Kuroba Akira, and were only somewhat curious about the boy holding his hand.

However, just as they were about to step forward to inquire, someone beat them all to it and arrived in front of them first.

However, her focus was different from that of the girls; her gaze was fixed on the boy, Kobayashi, from beginning to end.

She knew that was the man she had been with her whole life.

Kobayashi Mika cupped his face in her trembling hands...

"Beautiful Flower... Ah!"

Then squeeze hard and pull it to both sides.

"How come you became younger without me?! What good is it if you become younger! I'm the one who should regain my youth!"

"Ugh, it's not like I want to become younger..."

"How dare you talk back! You're not allowed to eat dinner!"

"No way! All I want right now is a bite of your super spicy curry!"

Kuroba Akira was completely dumbfounded.

What happened to the touching reunion we were promised?!

That's not romantic at all!

Then the fierce mother-in-law picked up her husband, grabbed Kuroba Akira by the back of his collar, and dragged him back into the main hall. She then closed the door again, leaving the group of girls looking at each other, wondering what was going on.

So it turned into a secret conversation between the three of them.

Kuroba Akira, who had been put down, scratched his head and asked.

"Mother-in-law, you knew all along? Uncle Faquan told you?"

"He didn't tell me, he just said meaningfully that he had prepared a surprise for me, but I don't have Alzheimer's yet, so I could guess what was going on..."

Then she turned to look at her cute little husband, who was rubbing his face, and said...

"Besides, old man, I've read all your research notes. How could I not guess what that kid Faquan is up to?"

"Just like before, nothing can be hidden from you..."

"Well, not stopping him... was also my personal reason."

"Really? So you wanted to see me that much?"

Kobayashi Mika blushed and said, holding her forehead.

"So you really are... just like always, never serious..."

"Hmm? I'm always very serious. Don't you want to see me? I really want to see you."

"Alright, alright... that's kind of cheesy..."

Kuroba Akira was stunned... So that's how it is, Grandpa Kobayashi is a naturally straightforward guy!

The most lethal way to flirt is the one that's subtle and effortless!

So in the past, it was mostly Grandpa Kobayashi who unknowingly flirted with girls and set his sights on them, while Grandma Meihua was busy cleaning up his messes and protecting her own man!

That being said, when Kuroba Akira was being all lovey-dovey with other girls, he didn't feel anything, but when he, as an outsider, saw them flaunting their affection, he realized... he felt superfluous.

So he raised his hand and asked.

"Um, Grandma, why do you two bring me along when you meet...?"

"Of course, we should use a unified approach."

"Oh……"

So they exchanged another round of information in a concise manner.

After understanding the whole situation, Grandma Lin's first complaint was...

"Mitsuru Kobayashi... Isn't that the name you wanted to give your daughter? You actually used it yourself... You shameless old man."

"Don't say that. I just feel it's a pity. I wish you had given me a daughter. Sons are really a handful..."

To be honest, because of the issue of the son-in-law marrying into the family, the relationship between the Lin family father and son was not good, and it had reached the point where they would never speak to each other again.

"I should have had more children for you... Unfortunately, we were traveling all over the country at the time, and by the time we realized it, I was already past the prime age for having children..."

Grandma Lin also seemed a little disappointed.

Kuroba Akira understood this feeling quite well, because in his previous life, his mother later regretted not having another child.

However, in this world... that child may have actually been born and become his sister.

After their conversation, the three went outside again, and Kobayashi Mitsuru first went to the other blood relative he had noticed earlier.

His granddaughter, Hitomi Anri.

"Long time no see, Xiaotong! You've grown so much!"

"yes……?"

Anri Hitomi was somewhat confused when a strange child spoke to her in a familiar tone.

But the boy's appearance was strangely familiar, and he looked somewhat, no, rather, very much like his... father!

Could it be that this child is... the father's illegitimate child?

"...!"

Anri Hitomi's expression suddenly froze, and the color drained from her face at a visible speed.

It wasn't because I was utterly disappointed that my respected father had an illegitimate child.

Rather, it could be that the father is having an affair, which could lead to a very terrible consequence.

That woman, Mother, will absolutely go crazy!

It's become more terrifying...more insane than before!

So Anri Hitomi immediately looked at her grandmother and said anxiously.

"Grandma! Hide this child quickly... If Mom finds out... you know what will happen to her!"

Mika Kobayashi quickly waved her hand and explained.

"Ah, no, no, you're overthinking it, Xiaotong. He's not the kind of person you're thinking of... You see, how could I not know my son?"

"Then what exactly is this...?"

It's impossible to say they are completely unrelated.

"He is... well, he's in the same situation as Shirako."

"And a wise ruler...?"

Anri Hitomi understood the meaning of the sentence after a moment's thought.

Like Kuroba Akira, this refers to someone who awakened memories of their past life... and also looks very much like their father...

"Ah...! A chicken..."

What Anri Hitomi wanted to call out was 'Ji-chan' (じいちゃん), which means grandfather.

It must be Grandpa!

Grandpa has been resurrected and turned into a child!

Kobayashi Mika put her index finger to her lips and said.

"Shh...don't tell anyone. Don't tell your parents about this yet. Keep it a secret for me, okay? I'll tell them myself when the time is right."

Anri Hitomi quickly covered her mouth, nodded repeatedly, looked at her grandmother in disbelief, and then her expression was one of relief and blessing.

That's great, Grandma...

Grandpa is back by your side again...

This is the 'miracle' caused by pure love!

The one who accompanies you for life is indeed the most important!

Anri Hitomi's belief became even stronger; her grandparents were the best role models.

On the other side, Kuroba Akira was explaining what had happened to everyone, while Tomita Norito chimed in, and the two of them worked together to conceal the truth.

Although everyone still felt something was off, they didn't pursue it further, as long as Kuroba Akira was alright.

As for the little boy, he seems to be a relative of the class monitor... maybe her younger brother, but does she have a younger brother? Doesn't she only have a younger sister? And the white-haired little boy is really suspicious.