The journey went well...

A few days earlier than expected, I was able to reach the city in front of one of the Cagnes.

From here to Cagne, about a day's walk.

Half a day by carriage.

If we can't do it, we won't be able to get there by the end of the day...

Again, it is forbidden to impose.

I decided to take a good rest in the city in front of me.

"I'm eleven, but room, are you available?

"Yes, I'm available. Do you want one room at a time? Or would you like to use a room for two or three people, etc?

When I asked the receptionist at the inn, there was an unexpected response.

It seems that the city is close to Cagne and is used as a hub for trading, with a variety of people coming and going.

I thought the inn was crowded, and worst of all, Nojuku was ready...

I can't believe the room is empty enough for everyone to use one room at a time.

"Two three-person rooms. One room for four. One room for one. So please."

"I'll be in the same room as Rayne, okay?

"You don't mind if Sola does, do you?

"Gunya...... those two, if there's a gap, I'll attack you"

"You don't insult me... I'm not the only one with the guts."

Occasionally, disputes are breaking out that I'm not sure about.

It doesn't seem like a fight or anything, so I'm deciding to leave you alone... what is it?

"What do we do? You want a quick rest?

"I'm a little tired. I'm a puller, so I'm going to rest in my room."

"Don't tell me about the Pulling Clan. Sola will rest in her room as well."

Sora and Luna in the lead...

Canade, Tania, Tina, Nina.

Then Millefeuille and Chocolat head to the room on the second floor of the inn.

Until we arrived in this city, the boarding house continued.

Guys, you must be tired.

I want you to rest for a day today.

I'm still physically fit, so let's gather information about Kagne.

"Don't Rifa and Chiffon have to rest?

"Mm, it's okay."

"I'm fine, too. Because Dada didn't do the brave thing. If you need anything, I can help you, okay?

"Well, sweeten to your words"

I asked Rifa to refill the food and water.

The rest is about a day's itinerary, but not knowing what's going to happen is the journey.

I don't want to go outside without anything.

Me and Chiffon split up and decided to gather information about Cagne.

What kind of city is it?

What is happening now?

You ever be careful?

I looked into all sorts of things...... I noticed that time was running out there.

When I went to the pre-determined meeting place, I already saw Chiffon.

"Again. Did I make you wait?

"Yeah, that's not true. Never mind."

I chuckle after Chiffon says that.

"Sounds like a date to me."

"... if you ask me"

I'm suddenly embarrassed.

"Phew, are you lit?

"Don't make fun of me..."

"Mr. Rain, you're so beginner. There are so many pretty girls nearby."

"Come on. We're all just buddies."

"Ha... Rayne, I know you're honest, but the blunt part is, sometimes it's a sin, right?

"Uh... what is it?

"What is it? You can't say any more out of my mouth, so think about it later."

"Oh, oh."

I felt unopposable pressure and I was nodding almost unconsciously.

Girls are scary sometimes.

"Well, let's sort this out."

"Right."

Exchange information obtained through listening.

As a result…

Not long ago, travelers from Cagne dropped dramatically.

Also, some people don't come back as they go to Cagne.

It's just that the streets aren't sealed off, and there's not a kidnapping or anything like that happening in Cagne.

Only, the inhabitants of Cagne, or travellers, remain voluntarily.

... such information was arranged.

"I don't think it would be a good idea if something went wrong, just in case..."

"By the time it's brilliant, there could be trouble..."

So far, I can't feel the clarity of the case...

Still, isn't there something? Something suspicious has happened.

"No one headed back to Cagne... no one out of Cagne... hmm, what does this mean?

"You know, the lord of Cagne is blocking the city... but you don't listen to that. I don't mean zero people from Cagne."

"So you're staying hoping?

"Yes, maybe it will..."

This phenomenon has been happening for some time now.

So maybe it's transient.

Maybe in a few moments, people will resume coming and going, as usual.

"No, it's nothing."

If we haven't seen Kagne's current situation, discussing it with him here and there is no conclusion.

"Immediately, it doesn't look like it's dangerous... just in case, maybe you should be careful"

"Yeah, I guess I think so too"

All you have to do is actually go to Cagne.

If we're worried, that's fine.

If there's something going on, I'll handle it ad hoc.

"Rain, I'm home."

"Welcome back, Rifa"

Just in time, Rifa came back.

"Do you have food or water?

"I've arranged it. They'll deliver it tomorrow, before we leave."

"Oh well. Thanks."

"Mmm."

stroke it, it feels like, Rifa has offered her head.

As requested, why?

"Ha-ha."

Rifa looked comfortable.

The chiffon that sees it makes a nogging face.

So what do you want?

"Mmm."

If you want to, you can, so Rifa gave Chiffon his head.

"Uh... eh"

Chiffon stroked Rifa's head, feeling terrified.

Then it feels like my face melts.

"Ha... what to say like this, but nice. Rifa's comfortable stroking, it's great."

"Really?"

"Yeah. It reminds me of a cat I used to own."

"Me, same as a cat......?

It seemed a little dissatisfied there and Rifa turned into a subtle face.

You look young, but you're the most powerful species.

I guess pride just won't allow you to be treated with a cat.

"Oh, I'm sorry. Cute, I'm just looking at it the same way, and I'm not going to do anything about it."

"Mm, I don't mind."

"Ugh... thank you, Rifa"

"You're welcome."

Apparently satisfied, Chiffon left, looking somewhat filled.

"A chiffon, you had a cat?

"Yeah, I am. She was cute."

I guess being in the past means there's no more.

"I kind of remembered that kid"

Chiffon, saying so, had just a shadowy look on his face.

"I want to see her... and everyone else"

"Guys?"

"Oh, yeah. It's nothing. I'm sorry, I said something weird."

Chiffon, that's what I'm gonna say and deceive you...

I was curious about that attitude.