25 Swear by the Moon (2/2)

I get home.

When I got home, my father was just putting on his armor and going out.

”Hey Ranga, Amira, are you home?

Is Dad at work now?

Yes, of course. We've been on the road a lot lately, with demons and kids going missing.

I've been on the road a lot lately.

You're right, I can see the fatigue on your face.

”That's a lot of work. Master Daryl.

”Heh, that's what I do, that's what we do.

”That's what I do, that's what we do,” he said, his mouth tightening and looking straight ahead.

The words of a proud sentry.

My father had become the face of a man protecting the city.

”It's your classmate who's missing, isn't it?　Well, I'll take care of him!　After all, he's the new hero of this town!　Gahaha!

Laughing hysterically, my father pats me on the head.

My father's face is full of confidence, different from what I've seen in the past.

He must have gained confidence after defeating the demon and being treated like a hero.

I feel awkward doing this to my father, but I have to ...... do it.

I call out to him with a mysterious look on my face.

”...... Dad.

”Hmm, why?

My father's eyes were sleepy.

”Huh?

He sits down on the floor, his legs shaking uncontrollably.

As he closes his eyes, he can see Amira's shining blue eyes.

When Amira closed her eyes and then opened them, the glow had subsided.

”...... Is this what you wanted?　Master Ranga.

Yeah, it's good.

I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's worth it. ---- One of Amira's magical eyes, the Eye of Sleep.

I've had it unleashed at maximum power.

Now my father will sleep for three days and three nights.

Now all we have to do is gather everyone together in his name.

Wait for me, Levanoff. I'll finish it now. ......!

I look up at the moon with determination in my heart.