Finally I've confessed.
I've been hiding my previous life from Aristy until now.
But since she's the closest person to me, I thought I should tell her.
I continued:
"In my previous life, I lived in a country called Japan. Probably not a country that exists in this world—it's another world. I lived about 20 years in that world, died, and was reborn as Erine."
Well, I don't clearly understand what happened to me.
Because I realized I'd become Erine.
"I recalled my previous life memories very recently. Just when I left the mansion, that day."
Now I don't know if I'm Koki Saori or Erine.
I think it's not one dominant personality but rather they've merged.
Aristy said:
"I see... so that's how it was."
"You don't doubt it?"
"Yes. Well, many things make sense now."
She answered with a wry smile.
Well, Aristy must have been confused too.
Because I kept showing my previous life knowledge cheat without restraint...
Aristy asks:
"That camper van is a vehicle from your previous world's country?"
"Yes. As I said before, it's a vehicle called automobile. In Japan it's a common vehicle. Among those, ones specialized for travel are called camper vans."
At my explanation, Aristy nods in understanding.
And asks further:
"What kind of country is Japan?"
As if nostalgic about memories of bygone days, I answered:
"It was a very prosperous country. Most people could eat delicious food, none couldn't read or write, and could enjoy overflowing diverse entertainment."
Pausing once, I continue:
"Though you might not believe it, camper vans are also vehicles that common people can buy. In this world's currency, they can be bought for about 500 gold coins. Well, only people who have traveling as a hobby would buy them."
"That's... a bit hard to believe."
Aristy smiled wryly.
And asks:
"If you lived in such a convenient society, Lady, aren't you dissatisfied with this world?"
"No."
I answered immediately.
"Because this world has many good things about it."
Another world is romance to me.
A world with magic.
A world where elves and dragons exist.
A world of adventure.
There's something that can't be measured by convenience or inconvenience.
That's why I like this world.
I can assert that clearly.
"Besides, I can manage the inconvenient parts myself."
Certainly, there are many things existing in my previous life that don't exist in this other world.
But then I just need to make them.
Because I have the materials, knowledge, and alchemy magic for that.
"Since I've been reincarnated, I want to fully enjoy this world. If you're willing, Aristy, I'd be happy if you'd accompany me. Shall we enjoy this world together?"
I look at Aristy.
Aristy gazed back with a gentle expression, then quietly answered:
"Yes. I'll accompany you anywhere, Lady."
The next day.
We crossed Caramia Duchy.
Passing through the checkpoint, we enter Liznis Kingdom.
Here begins the journey we've yet to see.