Otoyome Gatari 21

Otoyomegatari Chapter 21

Page 01

We got quite a lot today.
Guess we can head back now.
(Aral Sea. The giant lake located in what today is Uzbekistan. A place rich on fishing villages because of the fish fang.)
Sarmi, // pack the stuff together around there.
Reminds me, brother, // what happened to the new boat deal?
Don't know.
We're talking about our father here, you know.

Page 02

Those two are at it again.
Another grand plot.
That they don't get tired of it...
Hey, brother.
What do you think of these two?
What you mean?

Page 03

I can't really image one of them being my bride.
Me neither.
Father just needs to put in a bit more effort in his search. // Isn't he just taking the easy way out?
I mean it's Laila and Reiri.
.... // Guess he was lazy.
Father~~
Don't sleep there. // The net will get damaged.
But I can understand him.
Their father looks like he agree to some dowry reduction.
I'll earn money
and find my children a perfect bride.
Do that.
...

Page 04

Sarmi, you // are that against these two?
It's not like I'm against them.
We have know each other for long. // ...
But I'm not really happy
about it.
What about you?
...Mostly the same as you.
....
I'm not sure if I could fall in love with them.
What are you suddenly saying.

Page 05

You don't really need to love them right now.
Those two have big dreams, // so I guess they'll be devastated when they find out we're their partners.
Even more than us.
We're in the same situation.
So I think we should at least treat them nice.
Don't be too spiteful to them.
.....Got it.

Page 06+07

(The young bride story of the twins, Laila and Reiri, who resemble each other in face and personality)
Chapter 21: Their partners.

Page 08

....
Yeah, I knew it.
I had a feeling it would come to this.
But we can have our dreams, can't we!
What's wrong with it?
Don't let it out on us.

Page 09

Healthy, rich,
handsome, a lot of sheep.
and who listens to our every request. That's the kind of man // we want to marry.
Crazy dream.
(I knew it though)
You know, // we're the same too.
Not like we had high goals like you, // but at least we wanted a bit more of a ideal girl.
More what!?
What are you unsatisfied about us?
Don't let it out on us, I said.
Ah, right. Sarmi, // you liked big breasts, didn't you.
Eh? // Really?
Wha // How long ago do you think that was.
Forget about that already.
(Explain that in detail)
(No way, never)

Page 10

Hello.
We'll be intruding on you.
The men seem to need their time.
Ah, here some gifts.
Please come in.
I'll get some tea.
And thank you.

Page 11

Well, there is a lot to talk about,
but for now let's talk about the dowry.
Yeah.
I'm really not reluctant to pay you a proper sum, but
I'm already holding the ceremony, so if you want material things // like rice or sheep, // I'm actually limited to what I can offer you.
No, no.
It's not like I want to strip you off all your belongings.
I won't ask for the impossible, // but I would feel sorry for my daughters if I give them away too cheap.
Of course I plan to hold a great ceremony.
I don't think you need to feel sorry.
To think our families would become connected.
I had never thought.
Oh my, I always had the hunch it would.
I mean, our kids have been together since forever.

Page 12

A dowry for my daughters only comes once in life. // So I can't really back down.
It's also a special day for my sons. // I want to host them a ceremony that won't shame them.
I can't skip on that.
It's a one-time deal. // Don't be so stingy.
Right back at you, don't be so greedy.
Having a hard time, huh. // How about some food?
Ah, thanks, Ma'am.
Thank you.

Page 13

So, how's the talk going?
Well, not really...
We're on the same topic, but...
If you're husband would just give in a bit...
Hey, hey.
I gave in plenty already. // You're just being stubborn.
Okay, okay, I understand.
Please continue that later.
So? // Who will marry who?
....Eh? // You haven't decided
yet?
....

Page 14

Which...
Mhm.
Doesn't really matter...
Hey, // what you mean it doesn't matter!
I mean, you two are the same. // And always together anyway.
How rude. That's absolutely not true. // Right, where do you got your eyes?
Then try telling me // what's different.
....!
....
....!!
A- // Anyway, a lot of stuff
is different.
You two are the same too! // And always together!
Ah, now you have said it.
Hey, hey.

Page 15

Anyways, we can't have a "doesn't matter" attitude. // So go make up your minds.
Why don't you have a talk, separately?
You might find out new things.
Then you just have to choose the most suitable for you.
Ehm, // then for starters,

Page 16

Samarn is with Laila
And Falsarmi is with Reiri.
Have fun~
Don't lay your hand on them yet.
Father...
Have fun she said...
But where?
I want to go to town! // I want to see big streets!
That's just playing around.
I want to go fishing.
Why would you go fishing when I'm here!?

Page 17

Such a pain. Let's decide by luck.
We'll go in the direction it points to.
Great...
Okay, we're going this way.
And we this way.
1) Samarn and Laila
Hey, Laila.
Are you two ever separated?
What are you saying.
Of course we are.
Really? // Never see it.
We have!
Like when Reiri was down with a fever in the past
I went alone to the beach.

Page 18

I see.
You went alone.
....
Eh!? // That's all!?
Any other times!?
Th....
There are others.
Like when I was down with a fever
and was at home alone.
I can manage alone too.
Let's go, Reiri.
Reiri?
Reiri isn't here.
I know!
I just made a little mistake.
It became a habit, huh...

Page 19

I haven't come here in ages.
Where are you going, Laila?

Page 20

....What are you doing?
You can see the sea from up here.
I always wanted to climb up on it.
...
Sam!
Don't stand there, lend me your shoulder!

Page 21

....!!
Don't cry roots there!
You come up too!

Page 22

You're right.
We can see the sea.

Page 23

Hey, Sam.
I don't mind marrying you.
...
Don't you think Sarmi is better?
You're both not my ideal. // So it doesn't matter.
...
Hey, Laila.

Page 24

I have never been ill until now.
My father is strict, but I plan to give my best and earn a lot of money.
I can't do anything about my face, // but if you want sheep, I'll buy them.
And I think I can fulfil most of your requests.
Really?
Yeah.
So don't say it doesn't matter.
I don't think you and Reiri are the same.
You are you.
....Okay.

Page 25

You'll listen to my everything, right!?
....
Yeah.
Then take me to the town next time!
On a day where the streets are crowded!
....Okay.
I'll definitely take you there.

Page 26

Ah! // It's Reiri and Sarmi!
Eh!? // Where!?
Reiri!
Sarmi!
2) Falsarmi and Reiri
Ah, how nice.
I always wanted to climb that tree.

Page 27

Wanna go back?
Nah, we're here now.
But I must say, my father is so mean.
Doesn't he think of us?
.... // That's why he lets you choose by yourself now, doesn't he.
Do you want to marry me?
.....Not sure yet.
If you want, I'll allow it.
It's not about who's better from you two. // So I don't mind marrying you.
Don't say it so carelessly.
I mean, what's different about you two?
Aren't you the same?
....

Page 28

I handle the harpoon better than my brother.
....Really?
I can get a goby with one hit.
Really!?
Hey, Sami, // when did you learn that?
I DO grow, you know...
I want to throw a harpoon too!
Give me one!

Page 29

Argh
Missed again.
You need to throw it straight.
I do!
Take this.
Hit it!
There are no fishes.
They fled because you made such a ruckus.
Then let's switch places.
.... // Sure, sure.

Page 30

Don't you think it's strange?
It's not hitting at all.
It's tilted for sure!
Give me.
(Let's move elsewhere first)
See

Page 31

How did you do that!?
Do it once more.
Don't shout. The fishes will flee again.
Like I said, // you don't throw it where the fish it, // but where it will move to.
It's like fishing with a net.
Look at the fish,
aim for it's path
and throw.
Okay?
....
You're good.
Give me.
I'll try once more.
There.
Take this.

Page 32

Hey, Laila. // which do you prefer?
Which what?
Of the brothers.
Mhm, if I had to say, Sam I guess.
And for me, Sami I guess.
Wow!
We're agreed!

Page 33

I understand what Sam is talking about and he listens to me.
It's fun to talk with Sami and he doesn't complain about what I do.
It's decided.
Father, father.
I see. // You decided.
The twins are fine with that too?
Yeah.

Page 34

Then, I'll go to them tomorrow.
...
Brother,
why Laila?
....Well, somehow.
And you?
Me too. // Somehow it's Reiri.
...

Page 35

Page 36

What's up, Sami? // Why would we go here?
Just come, Reiri. // Nobody followed you, right.
What are you doing?
Hold this.
What's this?

Page 37

It's a Perl.
pärl?
Perl!? // That's a Perl!?
Oww

Page 38

Wow. First time I see one.
It really looks like a small star.
Keep it a secret. // I found it.
I was thinking of giving it to my bride.
Though I would have never thought it would be you.
But
this is for you.

Page 39

...
Sami,
I might be totally in love with you.
Isn't that perfect?
Yeah.
Somehow you're starting to look really handsome.
Even your mazy hair or dull look is actually nice // now that I look closer.
Hey, // I think I'll still grow a bit taller and get bigger breasts. // Will you be happy then?
I told you to forget about that.

Page 40

There was a lot going on at the streets, // but the best was still the dancing group.
And the acrobatics too!
I want to ride the swing and the ferry wheel again!
I see. // That's good.
What? // You had no fun!?
No, I had fun too. // I got to buy a new wheel too.
It's been a while since I had been to the town.

Page 41

Reminds me, you bought a lot. What's it?
Gifts for Reiri.
And for Father, Mother, my little brothers... // for Grandma, Grandpa and...
For everyone, I see.
Hey, Sam,
You're a surprisingly nice guy.
If you just had a better face
I would fall for you.
... // I see.
Hey, will you take me out again?
Sure.
Really?
Yeah, I promise.

Page 42

Hey,
you can kiss me.
Idiot, Idiot.
What are you doing!!
You told me to.
Why hit me then!
I was talking about the cheek or forehead. // Take responsibility!
I'm already marrying you!
Ah, // right.
Actually no. You can't before I'm your wife.
Okay, sorry!

Page 43

I'm back.
Me too.
Ah, welcome back, Laila. // How was the town?
You too, Reiri, // where did you go?
Mhm, here and there.
What about you?
Mhm
It was pretty fun.
I feel bad for Laila,
I feel bad for Reiri
but I got the better catch!
Fufufufu

Page 44

Mister
Mister Smith.
Dinner is ready.
Stop for now and come.
Ah, I see. // I'll come after this kid.
I'm sorry, // but could you wait for a bit?

Page 45

Huh? // You're not coming, Ali-san?
I'm fine.
I'll do with some bread and tea.
Eh?
No, // but,
You don't mind it?
? // What?
I don't really like fish.
I feel like I'm growing scales when I eat fish every day here.
Eh!? // Is that so?
You don't mind?
Well, no. I often ate fish in my country too.
I actually thought it was lucky that we get some fish here // as you don't find many fishes in the area...
....

Page 46

Well,
that aside, // shouldn't we leave soon?
Hah...
But there still so many people.
That might be so,
but the longer you stay, the more people will gather.
It's my job to get you to your destination.
But we won't get there at this rate.
Yeah...
You have a point.
We leave early in the morning tomorrow.
Eh!? // Tomorrow!?
The faster the better.
Pack your stuff today.
Hah....

Page 47

Doctor, you're leaving?
Can't you at least look after this kid, Doctor?
Doctor
Doctor
Doctor
...
Ah, reminds me, // about your wedding ceremony, Laila, Reiri
we got most issues settled, // so decide on a date...

Page 48

Ali-san, Ali-san.
? // What's up?
Actually, they're holding a wedding ceremony here soon.
It's a rare occasion.
So could we delay our departure until then?
A wedding ceremony?
(Wedding Ceremony -> Banquet -> Delicacies -> Lamb Rice)
That's okay!
Told me so earlier. // That makes the situation completely different.
Ah, thank you.
(Curiosity and appetite...The two travellers couldn't deny their desires! Next time, a wedding ceremony!!)