episode_0102

＇It’s cold as expected.＇

The sky was so black and cloudless that it was hard to believe that it had been full of clouds just a moment ago, and the chilly air blows harshly as if trying to freeze the cold sweat.

Whiiing~

“Sain, aren’t you cold?”

Sein was also wearing training clothes that clearly exposed his voluptuous body, so I thought it would be cold in this weather.

＂Those who have “freeze” attribute magic like me are inherently resistant to cold to some extent.”

＂Because the magic power itself is cold.＂

Sein suddenly takes off the training coat he was wearing and casually wraps it behind his back.

Sigh..

“Don’t worry about me, just take it easy.”

“If you happen to catch a cold… I don’t feel at peace. Dahuinnim.”

It is true that I was momentarily startled by the sudden approach of the world.

This is because the consideration and favor I received from someone other than my family was stranger than I thought.

But what is this feeling?

Again, a strange feeling came over me, as if something heavy was moving around in the center of my chest.

Nevertheless, Seinnim’s favor was not bad.

I just hated this awkward situation more than this feeling, so I showed off my muscular forearms to people and acted embarrassed.

“How much heat do I have in my body?”

“Look at this.”

I had no idea that dark burn marks were revealed in the shape of cracks.

Ssss..

‘You probably didn’t get caught, right?’

It’s clear that the face is smiling. But fear, like a trauma buried deep inside, began to overtake me again.

The scar from that day has not completely disappeared.

It’s just that it has an tolerance for cold… but honestly, it doesn’t go well with this chilly weather.

A year ago… that day.

When I was kidnapped by Janes, a dedicated driver… I had to hide from the threat of monsters in a cold, unknown cave for almost a month, so I had bad memories of the cold.

It was already in the past, so I didn’t vaguely remember what happened back then. But subconsciously, I felt like my body was rejecting this cold winter air.

I struggle to hold on to my forearm, which has grown fat.

‘I guess I haven’t forgotten yet..’

Did this awkward smile seem so absurd?

Sein smiles and bursts into bright laughter.

＂Dahuinnim. What is that…”

Her smile faded away memories of the dark past.

It was my first time knowing that he was a person who could smile so brightly.

Honestly, it’s really cute.

So much so that I felt like I was a very fragile girl on the inside.

Even though we had met less than a day ago, it was clear that we were strangers.

However, the two sparring sessions we had so far were enough to understand what kind of person the other person was, what kind of life they lived and how they worked hard.

I felt like I didn’t have to say anything that Sein and I had become friends who could trust each other.

“Really.. It’s been a while since I laughed.”

The bright smile is really pretty.

“Dahein is somehow different from other men.”

Sein’s long silver hair flutters brightly.

“The constant dazzling and endless effort… looks really fun.”

That’s because the men the world has met and experienced have always been like this.

These men are always obedient and show a good and courteous appearance when other people are in front of them, but when others are not in sight, they create conflict between each other, and when someone they do not like appears, they spread bad rumors and false instigation, putting that person at the bottom. Most of them were petty things that even destroyed it.

Moreover, to Se-in, who had only seen aristocratic men who prioritized their own feelings over the feelings of others… Seeing Da-heein’s easy-going and outspoken and quirky side, feelings beyond friendship that she had never felt before seemed to have bloomed.

“It’s just.. when I’m next to Dahein, I feel comfortable, like a close friend.”

Her expression looks somewhat bitter…

I thought I wanted to comfort you.

“Even though he is a year younger than me, I already thought of Sein as a friend.?”

“I’m not the only one who thought that way.. I’m glad, Sein.”

Sein smiles once again at Dahyun’s comforting words…

“Thank you. Dahuinnim.”

The blue moonlight shines softly on the head of Sein, who smiles brightly.

The blue luster of moonlight spread beautifully like a halo through her long silver hair.

Both cheeks blushing shyly.

Those golden eyes that stare only at me and smile brightly.

Excited..

Seeing her like that gave me an unfamiliar feeling.

Is it because I don’t have immunity to the opposite sex of the same age?

Or is it just the discreet yet calm behavior that is different from other women?

‘what.? This feeling…’

I just try to ignore my pounding heart and decide to walk slowly, but not quickly, along this path where the night sky is brightly lit.

***

Sein and I talked happily about each other for a long time.

About the scenery of {Dirlin Village} where I have been living and the green tree that I liked the most.

About my mother’s bravery, my father’s kindness, and my Asian sister who was always by my side.

I talked about more things than I thought.

“Okay then.. I’ll see you tomorrow. Dahuinnim.”

Sweet!

As I arrived at the dormitory, I immediately finished taking a bath. I added the “ignition” property of the [Multi-Purpose Magic Light], which is fixed to the ceiling and emits a soft orange light, to help warm the chilly room and body little by little.

Serene silence.

Dark surroundings.

When this icy cold passes through my body.

The image of Janes buried deep in my heart lingers.

It was clear that it was winter.

Except when I am left alone in {Diriole Forest}, this silence feels creepy.

The loneliness of wondering if I really have to live alone and independent now makes me feel lonely.

I don’t want to keep this sweet feeling for a long time.

＇If I send a letter, when will it arrive?＇

So I trudge along and sit down at my desk for a while to write a greeting letter to send to my parents.

＇I miss you already.＇

The sound of a feather fan beginning to fill the quiet room.

The gentle warmth of the [multi-purpose magic light] can be felt appropriately.

An adventurous story with a group of Qataris on their journey to the {Royal Academy} for several days.

Not only the story of meeting Mr. Zeright, who was the tutor.

I wrote about everyday events, such as making a friend with whom we can change each other’s minds.

＇Mother, father.. I guess Asian sister will be fine too.?＇

Soon, I fold the completed letter neatly and place it on my desk to send it tomorrow.

Then, to close my eyes, which seemed to close at any moment, I turned off the [Multipurpose Magic Light] and lay down comfortably on the cozy-looking bed.

Full stone..

A small light that comforts a dark space.

It was a [Magic Compass] placed on the table next to the bedside.

When I opened it, perhaps to show off my presence, a beautiful and warm red magical warmth was coming out minutely.

My eyes slowly close with a sense of relief, as if my mother is by my side.

‘good night. mother..’

***

So early in the morning the next day…

Knock knock…

Before the clock tower bell rang, signaling the morning, someone started knocking on the room.

Knock knock…

‘Who are you at this time?’

‘Now, wait a minute.? Is it morning already?’

From the constant knocking sound I heard yesterday, I guessed that the person behind the door was Sein, so I struggled to get out from under the warm blanket and was hit by the cold air all over my body.. Without hesitation, I opened the door and welcomed her.

Sweet…

“Ha~~Am… Hello Sein..”

‘What are you doing this early in the morning?’

Since it’s still a long way off before school, I look at Se-in with sleepy eyes, covering my torso with effort.

But how did this happen?

The person who is looking at me is frozen and doesn’t say anything. His face is as red as an apple, and as soon as our eyes meet, he quickly closes his eyes and turns his head away.

“ah..”

I look at myself again.

I usually had a habit of taking my top off when I fell asleep.

Feeling the fear of this habit again, I finally realized the situation… I tried my best to tell her that I was okay so that she wouldn’t be too surprised, but…

Shake it off!!

Just like yesterday, Sein quickly pushes me into the room and quickly closes the door.

＂All, all.. Dahein.. Really!＂

“What do you do when a man exposes his naked body like that!!”

“You always have to be careful..”

Sein’s heated face seems to be feeling the heat all the way to here.

＇Come to your senses, Charcoal Sein.. You are a worthy knight.＇

＇Protecting and protecting men and sacrificing themselves for the kingdom. that..’

Sein’s reason was on the verge of collapsing.

Se-in, recalling Da-hein’s naked torso that he saw a little while ago, turns his head here and there and barely manages to hold on to the strings of reason to regain his original intention.

“Haha.. I’m sorry. Sein, please wait a moment.”

Through this incident, I was able to recognize the easy-going nature of my own unconsciousness. There is no way something like this won’t happen in the future, so I have to be a little more careful.

***

Even after sparring together last night, Da-heein and Se-in learned a lot about each other and became closer to each other.

but..

The facial expressions of Sein, who was already wearing school uniform and going to school together, were unusual.

just as expected. Are you embarrassed by the situation that happened a little while ago?

Or… is he angry at me for not being the slightest bit careful?

Her head was turned firmly in the opposite direction, and her apricot-colored lips were slightly protruding, which was definitely a cute situation.

＇You were able to make that kind of facial expression..＇

‘cute..’

Seeing Sein like that wasn’t bad in its own way, but… let’s try our best to make her feel better.

“I’m sorry, Sein.”

“I’ll be careful from now on. yes??”

Se-in, who quickly feels relieved by Da-heein’s flattery instead of cuteness, looks at him and makes an unexpected suggestion.

“Well, then can you come to school with me every morning?”

I was embarrassed by Saein’s shy and quiet request, but since we were already friends, her offer wasn’t that bad, so I gladly accepted.