That Time Hori And Miyamura Got Reincarnated In Another World (COMPLETED)

Chapter 36: The Joy Of Parenthood - Mischief And Laughter

Years had passed since the birth of Haruto and Yui, and life in Tempest had only grown more vibrant. The kingdom, now the most powerful in the world, was a thriving, peaceful place, and at its heart were Hori and Miyamura, raising their two wonderful children. Their bond as a family had deepened with each passing year, and they were never short of help from their ever-supportive friends.

Hori and Miyamura's days were now filled with the laughter of their children, the daily responsibilities of ruling, and the constant presence of their friends, who had become part of their extended family. Haruto, with his father's quiet yet mischievous nature, and Yui, who had inherited her mother's sharp mind and kind heart, brought endless joy-and occasional chaos-to the castle.

One bright afternoon, Hori and Miyamura found themselves in the courtyard, enjoying a rare moment of calm. Haruto and Yui, now ten years old, were chasing each other around, their laughter echoing through the open space. Hori sat nearby, watching them with a fond smile, while Miyamura leaned against a tree, his arms crossed, observing with quiet contentment.

"They've grown so much," Hori remarked, her voice soft. "It feels like just yesterday they were newborns in our arms."

Miyamura nodded, his gaze never leaving their children. "Yeah. They're turning into their own little people now... full of mischief, though."

As if on cue, Haruto and Yui suddenly disappeared behind one of the bushes, whispering and giggling to each other. Hori raised an eyebrow, sensing something brewing.

"What are they up to?" she muttered, getting to her feet. She was used to her children's playful antics, but this time, something felt different.

Before Hori could investigate further, a loud, high-pitched yelp echoed from the other side of the courtyard. From the direction of the voice, it was clear that Milim and Ramiris had fallen victim to the children's latest prank.

Milim stormed out from behind the bushes, her hair soaked and her face twisted in a mix of shock and indignation. Ramiris hovered behind her, dripping wet, shaking her tiny fists in the air. Haruto and Yui emerged a moment later, laughing uncontrollably.

"HARUTO! YUI!" Hori called out sternly, hands on her hips. The children froze in place, realizing they'd been caught. Milim and Ramiris, despite their wet clothes and flustered expressions, tried to stifle their own laughter at the situation.

"What is the meaning of this?" Hori continued, marching toward the group. "Milim and Ramiris, really?"

Haruto and Yui looked down at their feet, shuffling nervously. "We didn't mean to... it was just a joke..." Haruto mumbled.

"A joke, huh?" Hori raised an eyebrow, though the corner of her mouth twitched as she fought to maintain her stern expression. "You two need to apologize. Right now."

"Sorry, Aunt Milim. Sorry, Aunt Ramiris," Yui said, her voice small but sincere.

Milim folded her arms, trying to look angry, but the sight of the children's guilty faces melted her frustration. "Well... just don't do it again! Or next time, I'll get you back tenfold!" she declared, puffing out her chest.

Ramiris, meanwhile, was still trying to wring out her dress, grumbling under her breath but unable to stay mad at her favorite little troublemakers. "Yeah, yeah... just you wait, kiddos."

Hori shook her head and let out a sigh, but there was no real anger in her eyes. "Milim, Ramiris, you should know better than to encourage them!" she scolded lightly, her hands still on her hips.

Milim scratched her head, laughing awkwardly. "Well... maybe just a little bit of mischief never hurt anyone, right?"

As the scene unfolded, Miyamura watched from a short distance, leaning against the tree with a small smile playing on his lips. He had known from the moment he saw the glint in Haruto and Yui's eyes that they were up to no good, and seeing Hori handle the situation with both firmness and love warmed his heart.

Haruto and Yui, despite their apology, couldn't help but giggle as they ran to their father's side, seeking refuge from Hori's scolding. Miyamura ruffled their hair, his smile never fading.

"You two... you're going to give your mother gray hairs," he teased, though his voice was gentle.

"Sorry, Dad," Haruto said, though his grin showed no real regret.

"It was fun though," Yui added, looking up at Miyamura with wide, innocent eyes.

Miyamura chuckled and shook his head. "Just... try not to cause too much trouble next time."

As the evening wore on, the family spent the rest of the day together, playing games in the courtyard and enjoying the warmth of each other's company. Hori and Miyamura took turns chasing their children, laughing and teasing, their hearts full of love.

Later, after the sun had dipped below the horizon and the stars began to twinkle in the sky, Hori sat down on a bench, watching Haruto and Yui chase fireflies. Miyamura sat beside her, their shoulders brushing as they both admired their children.

"They're going to grow up so fast," Hori said softly, her eyes shining with both joy and a hint of melancholy.

"Yeah," Miyamura agreed, reaching over to take her hand. "But we'll be here for them every step of the way."

Hori leaned her head on his shoulder, a content sigh escaping her lips. "I wouldn't want to do this with anyone else."

As they sat there, quietly watching their children and enjoying the cool evening air, the peace was abruptly interrupted by Milim and Ramiris, who burst back into the courtyard, eager for more playtime. They scooped Haruto and Yui up, spinning them around as they all laughed together.

It wasn't long before Haruto, Yui, Milim, and Ramiris started another round of mischief, this time involving some harmless magic tricks that sent colorful sparks into the sky. Hori, seeing the chaos brewing once again, stood up and put her hands on her hips.

"All right, that's enough! No more trouble for tonight!" she called out, her voice carrying authority but with a playful edge.

Milim and Ramiris, as well as the children, froze mid-action, wide-eyed and guilty. Haruto and Yui giggled, quickly running over to hide behind their father.

Miyamura chuckled softly, watching the scene unfold with a warm smile. He wrapped his arm around Hori, pulling her close. "They'll never stop being troublemakers, will they?"

"No," Hori sighed, though there was no true annoyance in her voice. "But I wouldn't have it any other way."

As the four troublemakers continued to get scolded, with Haruto and Yui trying to defend themselves and Milim and Ramiris making excuses, Miyamura simply watched, his heart full. The sight of his small family, their friends, and their peaceful life in Tempest was everything he had ever dreamed of.

The chapter ended with Hori, still giving a firm but loving lecture to the mischievous group, while Miyamura smiled quietly, knowing that their life was filled with love, laughter, and the warmth of the family they had built together.

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End of chapter 36