Akane promised to come with us, so it was time to go back. Alta Masters was waiting for me.
We also have to deal with Moonlight’s “objective”.
– Takaya, we are unable to thank you enough for what you have done for us. We will never forget it.
Fuji and the rest of the villagers came to bid their farewells.
– Hey, Fuji, if you’re really that indebted to him, maybe you can forget about that money I- (Ever)
– Takaya-san, please take care of my daughter. She might be a bit rough on the outside, but she’s head over heels for you.
– Head over heels? Mother, I’m right here.
– Other girls will take him if you don’t sincere yourself. (Fuji)
– Grandmother, I’m begging you…
By the way, Moonlight is now in Akane’s hands, literally and figuratively. I’m no longer able to hear the nagging voice in my head.
– What are you going to do about training? It would be safer to train close to me. (Takaya)
– Don’t worry about it. I knew what I was getting into when I accepted the sword. I have to be able to handle this much. Otherwise, I wouldn’t be worthy of…
– Of…?
– Ah, shut up. I’m going ahead.
– Wait!
Well, I trust her to overcome Moonlight’s stubbornness. And if not, we’ll always be there for her.
– Come on. Off to Royal Capital. (Ever)
It was a lengthy detour. Much more than I had expected. But I’m sure this experience will be useful in the future.