A few days have passed since then.

Mmm.

In the square behind the inn, England looked bitter.

Thanks to Elfin and Finia, the wound has healed completely, but there may be sequelae.

I was looking into it, but it didn't work out very well.

"I don't think so. I can't handle my powers."

"Really... what exactly is it like?

"Does it feel like the output is down? If it's been 100 so far, we can only pull out the power up to about sixty. Well, there's nothing wrong with fighting normally... but is it difficult to expand the boundaries or summon the other me? Any awakening might be tough."

"Are you feeling unwell?

"That's fine. I'm fine."

That's good.

If it's just weakening, it's not a big deal.

The real concern is if there is a problem with the health of England.

Hmm.

Elfin, who is present, looks at the eyes, touches the cheeks, and examines England.

Next to that, she looked at her mother as if she were studying.

"Indeed, as Iris said, it seems to be weakening. It must have hurt my soul."

"Can't you handle it?

"I'm sorry, it's not going to happen. It's a miracle to be alive, so if you want more, it's hard. However, it will heal naturally over time. It's not going to be like this forever."

"Oh, that's great. Even at this point, I'm quite confident that Rain will be able to help you... but if you can still wave your full strength, I won't go any further."

Iris looks at us and winks.

"I'm glad to hear that, but don't push me. If England falls again, what happens to my heart....."

"Oh, are you worried about me?

"Of course."

"How worried were you? How stunned are you? To the point of crying?

"I was so worried that I almost forgot about myself."

……

"And then I couldn't sleep well, and I started thinking about Ilis all the time."

"Yes, that's right... speaking of which, Rain-san was like this. * giggle *, I'm going to let you shine, but I'm getting harder...?

Her face was red and she had bumps.

It looks like it's illuminated, but isn't it such a precious expression?

"I'm a little tired, so I'll lie down."

"Are you okay?

"Yeah, no problem. Because it's just fatigue. But... if you could sleep with Rain-san, I'd feel better than I normally do.

"Eh? No, that's right...."

"Fufu, I'll do it again if I get hit.

England looked at me with a happy face and returned to the inn.

It seems much more peaceful than when we met, but nothing has changed about the little devil.

Oh, my God.

While sighing, I went to the inn.....

"Could you wait a moment?

Elfin stopped me.

"I need to ask Rain something."

"Please?"

Speaking of which... I remember.

You saved England, but you haven't thanked Elfin or Finia for anything yet.

"It may be a nuisance to you....."

"Thank you for saving England. Anything I can do. Don't worry about any trouble, just let me know."

"Thank you very much. Well, don't hesitate... to add Finia to Rain's party?

"Yes?

I tilted my neck and, almost simultaneously, Finia also tilted her head.

Apparently, she's new to it too.

"Mother? What do you mean...? Hah!?"

Phoenix reacted as if she had perceived something....

As you rush, your eyes become tearful and tremble.

"I can't believe I'm such a bad kid that I'm banished from the village... hmm!?

"You can't do that."

"So, uhhh...."

"Absolutely. Looking at the previous incident, it seems that it has grown considerably, still. You have strong power, so be more confident."

Ahh

Finea looks like she can't help laughing at Elfin.

Holding such a daughter, she gently strokes her head.

"It's okay. You can do it, kid. I told you to prove it in the previous case."

"... Mother..."

"It's for your sake that I asked you to join Rain's party. His presence allowed you to grow bigger. Then, if you go to the party, you'll think... more than ever, but maybe it was too soon."

Elfin left Finia with a reflective gesture.

Then, look straight into your eyes and ask quietly.

"First and foremost, your will was important. What do you want Finea to do?

"Wow, my walrus....."

"I thought about this because you seem to miss Rain. It helps my daughter grow up and respects your feelings... I thought so, but what would Finia like to do?

……

Finia puts her hand on her chest.

I gently closed my eyes as I thought.

Elfin does not pretend to be in a hurry to answer, waiting for her daughter's thoughts to come together.

Don't talk to me. I'll keep an eye out.

"... watashi"

Slightly, Finia opened her mouth.

My body is trembling a little with a small voice as usual.

She is so weak that when she talks about her opinions, it feels almost like this.

But things are a little different now.

You tremble, but you don't look away.

"Along with Mr. Rain, but I tried my best..."

"Yes."

"Well, I'm afraid of humans, but Mr. Rain isn't, rather he's kind... so I want to know more. And I want to be strong. Ah, but it looks like you're using Rain-san for that, huh, sorry!?

Fenia lowered her head many times as she sat still.

"I don't care. Rather, is this true?

"Ha, ha! That's right, that's right! On the assumption that walruses cause trouble, I mean, nothing but trouble, but, um, yeah!?

Calm down.

"Ah...."

When I stroked my head, Finia calmed down.

As you stroke your head, say, "Just slow down," and encourage the continuation.

"I don't know... I still want to be with Mr. Rain. Like everyone else... that's why..."

Holding my fist tightly,

"Could you put me in Rain's party!?

Speak up.

Mm-hmm.

Unlike when we first met, I think it has gotten much stronger.

It looks dazzling.

"Well, what do you think...!?

I'll gently lend my hand.

"With pleasure."

"Ah...!

Say hello from now on.

"Hah, hah, this is it!

Though she was nervous, Finia held my hand tightly.