Volume 1 epilogue (2/2)

The two girls who were training in the courtyard started walking back towards the inn. The girls were sweaty and wearing light clothing, making it difficult to look at them directly.

Luna began drinking the special nutritious drink that I made. Her face began to cramp up.

[During training, I suddenly thought back to Youya’s fight.Youya was amazing. It was completely different from sparring with Luna. Even though I tried to, I couldn’t replicate Youya’s movements. The difference is too large. Frustrating..] (Luna)

[Me too. When I saw the battle, I couldn’t help but tremble even when I wasn’t involved. There is still so much to learn. I’ll have to continue to do more self-defense training.] (Til)

I see. No wonder they have been so fired up recently, so the two of them were just inspired by my fight that they ended up trying even harder than before.

[Don’t worry about it. The two of you are talented, far more than I. Eventually you will be able to do a battle like that too.] (Youya)

[I can’t say that I agree with you. It was overwhelming. The monster was too strong and I was scared. Even if you say that we will be able to do that eventually, it feels like that time would never come.] (Til)

Before I knew it, Luna approached me and grabbed my side.

[Uhm, Youya. Do you remember our promise. After the tournament, you would reward Luna for winning.] (Luna)

[Of course I do. It’s for my cute disciple, I’ll do anything.] (Youya)

Luna got shocked after hearing my reply, her fox ears going limp.

[Youya. Luna’s request is to make a promise.] (Luna)

Luna stares directly at me with eyes mixed with uneasiness and expectation, as if she was making a request with her eyes.

[Luna wants to be with Youya forever, so never leave Luna’s side.] (Luna)

[I thought it was something important since you said it like that, so it’s just that.] (Youya)

[It’s not just “that”! Youya abandoned Phil.. Luna doesn’t want that..] (Luna)

Although I thought she was just being her brazen and happy self following me ever since we met, it looks like she has been worrying about this the entire time. She was afraid that I would leave her.

I let out a smile and caress Luna’s head.

[I promise. Until Luna wishes so, we will always be together.] (Youya)

Luna’s face bloomed like a beautiful flower after hearing my flower.

[I love Youya!] (Luna)

Luna jumps into my chest as she grins uncontrollably. Her fox tail was also moving back and forth. Such cute actions fit Luna very well and I gave her lots of pampering. Til who was watching at the side started grinning.

[I want to celebrate with Luna but… As a sister I’m worried. It’s the rise of a powerful rival! Well I guess it doesn’t’t matter at this point. Fuu fuu. Congratulations you two. Fuu fuu. Don’t the two of you have the hots?] (Til)

This girl.. Although I wonder if it does look that way towards other people. It doesn’t feel that bad though. I’ll stay with Luna as long as she wants to.

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Even after finishing our dinner, Luna continued to cling onto me and was sitting on my lap. Occasionally, I would lean back and let out a laugh. In such a setting, a visitor came. It was Phil.

[Youya. Sorry for being late. I really wanted to come here sooner but some stuff happened. Also.. If I had reached earlier then.. You wouldn’t have to do such a dangerous thing.] (Youya)

[Maa. It turned out fine so don’t worry about it. How about you? Guild work after the incident must be tough right?] (Youya)

[It’s really tough. But don’t worry, I will do something about it! It’s my job after all.] (Phil)

After that, the conversation with Phil continued on. Since we were the only people around, we also talked about the incidents and other matters.

[Youya. I came here today to explain what happened on the day of the festival, and that I had to give my reply someday.] (Phil)

On that day we officially became a couple and I asked her several important questions.

[You asked me that if I wanted to go on a journey with you, whether I would be happier being a receptionist or an adventurer with you. I’ve thought about my answer carefully since then.] (Phil)

[Ah. I did say something like that.] (Youya)

[I was in a bind, and constantly worrying about my answer. I want to be with Youya, but I enjoy being a receptionist and helping others. I felt satisfied and fulfilled at my job. But in the end, I feel the happiest is being together with you.] (Phil)

[I see. We’re still together aren’t we?] (Youya)

I stretched my hand out to Phil. But she didn’t take it.

[Not now. At the very least, for the time being, not for a while. Thanks to the incident, the guild is in shambles and if I’m not here, the guild will eventually crumble and the city will inevitably be doomed.] (Phil)

Shes right. It is an important time for Rumberg right now. It’ll take time before the guild can restore its credibility.

[I can’t do something as irresponsible as that. I love the guild and the adventurers here too. Give me two months. No. A month to restore the guild. And once that’s done. I’ll come for you. So please, wait for me until then.] (Youya)

It’s going to a little bit lonely since the trip with Phil has been postponed. But I’m proud of her answer. She has grown up to be a fine woman who became capable of thinking about others, the guild and the adventurers. There is only one thing I can do. To support her decision.

[I understand. Then I’ll wait for the day when I can see you once more. Do your best for your own battles.] (Youya)

[Of course. I’ll definitely return to your side.] (Phil)

Phil leaned in and we kissed.

Luna raised her fox tail and Til was covering her eyes, watching from the gaps between her fingers. At our level, we are already approaching the limit for the dungeons in the area. We will be leaving the town soon, we will have to separate from Phil. However, I’ll wait for the day when we can meet once more. I’ve decided to tell her everything on that day.

Luna came between me and Phil and began hissing towards Phil.

It isn’t an act caused by any romantic feelings from Luna. It’s just that child’s desire to monopolize me. Her actions are definitely weird, I’m looking even more forward towards our future reunion. Unable to hold it in, I started laughing.

Living the days with futile effort, I’ve moved forward without being rewarded for my actions. But it all started to change the day I met Luna. And since then, the fruits of my hard work started to appear one by one. I was finally rewarded. Being rewarded for my efforts felt really sweet. I wish these days would continue on forever.

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