episode_0242

The past month has been quite a difficult time for Hong Yeon-hwa.

Listen to the lectures that have been filled to the brim.

He solves problems that seem to never go away no matter how much he tries to solve them, and he also makes time to devote to personal training.

From training your body and magical powers to controlling your unique abilities and cultivating your mind.

Besides, Hong Yeon-hwa herself is disgusted.

I am receiving information about the family’s ambassador and am also gaining insight into the situation.

The ominous situation in the Demonic Realm that has been brought up continuously for some time.

The situation is really strange these days, and the front lines are swaying here and there.

It was a complicated and difficult story.

If it were the original Hong Yeon-hwa, she would have shown off her qualities as a devoted daughter, saying, “Mom, the head of the household, will take care of it.”

The current Hong Yeon-hwa has been listening intently to the news, working hard in her practice, and spending busy days.

It was a schedule that would make me feel tired even if I had ten bodies, but I didn’t care.

‘Lee Ha-yul.’

A troublemaker who went out of the cradle twice and came back bloodied both times.

Of course, now she has become much stronger than Hong Yeon-hwa.

Hong Yeon-hwa intuitively believed that if things were left as they were, Lee Ha-yool, who had secretly run away again, would end up in trouble.

In order to stop him, Hong Yeon-hwa next to him needs to become stronger.

I can definitely handle this kind of schedule.

‘Ha-yul-i… isn’t here… ‘

But after moving into the mansion.

Not even a few days later, Lee Ha-yool met Hong Yeon-hwa under the pretext of external study.

Like the tower of knowledge.

The outdoor activity area is also closed, and it is said that it is difficult to contact the entrance and exit during that period.

So, only women with a strange atmosphere were left in the mansion.

Hong Yeon-hwa hasn’t had the will to live these days.

There is no Lee Ha-yool, who shows a bright smile every morning and wants to be kissed like a baby bird.

When Hong Yeon-hwa opens her eyes, all she sees is a clean ceiling and a strangely empty bedside table.

There is no Lee Ha-yool who prepares a hearty breakfast every day without any bother.

Hong Yeon-hwa, who rummages through the fridge every day to eat the food that Lee Ha-yool prepared before leaving, is left behind…

There is no other product that is as cute, warm, and smells good as this one.

She had to lie down on her bed alone and fall asleep in her bedroom, where the sound of her own breathing resonated…

If it’s as Lee Ha-yul said, it’s about time for me to come back…

“Oh my.”

Hong Yeon-hwa sighed deeply and walked away.

I put my hands in my jumper pockets and walked briskly, and I felt a cool breeze clinging to the back of my neck.

I could see the street trees slowly turning red.

Although Shiroyama is located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, the four seasons are distinct.

Now is the time when autumn is being realized.

However, spring and fall are implemented relatively briefly, so after some time, winter is gradually implemented.

It’s time to wear thick clothes as the snow starts to fall heavily and the air gets cold.

Also wearing gloves, a hat, and a scarf…

“… … ”

Hong Yeon-hwa gently stroked the back of her neck.

At the same time, I thought of the scarf that was kept at home.

“Ahem.”

Although I don’t really have a favorite season, I’m quite looking forward to this winter.

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The place Hong Yeon-hwa headed to was a children’s playground in a commercial area.

“Are you here, Miss?”

“Yeah.”

Ariel was waiting near the facility.

Hong Yeon-hwa, who responded to the greeting, turned her gaze to the side.

Next to Ariel, who had been bowing her head, was Lee Seo-yool, holding her hand.

Lee Seo-yool has been increasing the amount of time he spends outdoors recently.

It is Lee Ha-yool’s fault for being concerned that Lee Seo-yool, who is growing up so rapidly, may be lacking even the minimum level of communication skills.

“Hello.”

Lee Seo-yool, who met Hong Yeon-hwa’s eyes, bowed.

Hong Yeon-hwa also smiled at the rather polite behavior.

“Hi, Seo-yul, did you have fun?”

“… Yes, Hong Yeon-hwa. I had a good time.”

‘I guess it wasn’t very fun.’

Although it was a normal answer, Hong Yeon-hwa felt the boredom in Lee Seo-yool’s face.

It’s as if I’m following my father’s wishes, but I’m not particularly happy about it… Is that what it looks like?

First of all, since they are fairies and not people, they may not suit your taste.

“Well, shall we go home first?”

This facility is not to Lee Seo-yool’s taste…

Hong Yeon-hwa, who had made that note in her mind, reached out to Lee Seo-yool.

Lee Seo-yool’s eyes stared at Hong Yeon-hwa’s hand.

“… Yes.”

He licked his lips for a moment as if he was thinking about something.

Lee Seo-yool quietly reached out and grabbed Hong Yeon-hwa’s hand.

A satisfied smile appeared on Hong Yeon-hwa’s face at that action.

Previously, Lee Seo-yool showed sharp wariness and rejection towards Hong Yeon-hwa.

But have you felt Hong Yeon-hwa’s sincerity recently?

I was slowly killing those feelings and closing the distance.

“Let’s go.”

“Yes.”

She walked calmly, matching Lee Seo-yool’s stride.

Ariel, who had finished her role as temporary guardian, followed the two a few steps behind.

All three of them were wearing cognitive impairment magic tools, so they didn’t attract much attention.

– There is nothing special.

A voice flowed into Hong Yeon-hwa’s mind as she walked.

This is a message from Ariel.

Hong Yeon-hwa shrugged her shoulders, indicating that she was listening.

– There has never been a loss of awareness, nor has the wing been exposed. No sign of external impudence has been detected.

Although Ariel has been retired for some time, she is still an accomplished hunter.

It is also an assassin type that specializes in stealth and ambush, not the exploration type.

While escorting someone from the front isn’t my specialty, spotting and cutting down hidden threats in advance is my strong suit.

Besides, I’m not really a cadet so I don’t have any special schedule, I have experience supporting the young Hong Yeon-hwa, and my strength and trustworthiness are certain.

“Oh.”

Hong Yeon-hwa suddenly turned her gaze to a store.

It was a restaurant that sold skewers to pedestrians.

“Seo-yul, should we each take one of those?”

Lee Seo-yool turned his gaze to Hong Yeon-hwa’s gesture.

And he tilted his head at the word skewer.

“Skewered meat? Chicken?”

“No no, it’s pork.”

Hong Yeon-hwa nodded her head slightly at Lee Seo-yool’s urgent denial.

Hong Yeon-hwa quickly bought a skewer and put it in Lee Seo-yool’s hand, hoping he might change his mind.

Freshly grilled, piping hot meat skewers.

Since Hong Yeon-hwa had cooled it down to the perfect temperature to eat beforehand, Lee Seo-yool was also able to eat it comfortably.

Yum- Lee Seo-yool bit into the skewer and opened her mouth for a moment.

“How is it? Is it delicious?”

“It’s delicious.”

“Really? That’s good. There are a few more, so you can eat more.”

Hong Yeon-hwa also nodded her head, saying that it was fortunate.

“… It’s delicious.”

Hong Yeon-hwa also raised her gaze to bite the skewer.

Lee Seo-yool took another skewer and muttered gloomily.

The taste of meat mixed with seasoning and smoky flavor that lingers in your mouth.

It’s very delicious.

Thinking about that, I remembered my father’s… Lee Ha-yool’s appearance.

“… Uh.”

It was around that time.

Lee Seo-yool raised his head at the signal that was pounding on his mind.

“… Dad?”

“Huh? Are you sick? Hayuri?”

“Dad is here.”

“What?”

Next to her, Hong Yeon-hwa asked back with a skewer in her mouth.

The moment I questioned the sudden appearance of Lee Ha-yul, my smartwatch rang an alarm.

When I checked the alarm, I remembered the location of Lee Ha-yool, where the signal had started to be received.

Hong Yeon-hwa opened her eyes wide.

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“I went up to check on Arin a little while ago. I asked you not to come in because I needed to focus.”

‘Hey, Mr..’

I rushed to the mansion like that, but I couldn’t meet Lee Ha-yul right away.

I was really looking forward to seeing you again after a month.

Waiting like this again… I feel like I’m going to burst.

But that doesn’t mean you can just kick the door open and go in.

Hong Yeon-hwa crumpled her face and fell down on a sofa in the lobby on the first floor.

Lee Seo-yool, who had flown in with her in her arms, also pouts as she hugs Elia.

“Baek A-rin, that girl wasn’t really a trial… Can Ha-yul solve it?”

Hong Yeon-hwa, who had been muttering in discontent, trailed off.

This is because it reminds me of the uniqueness of Lee Ha-yool’s fear.

If we compare Hong Yeon-hwa’s ordinary fear to a mad dog with foam at the mouth.

Lee Ha-yool’s fear was like a puppy wagging its tail, something you might see in the countryside.

There was a difference in moderation.

So, the coldness of the sea can be melted twice as easily and without damage.

“… Elia. What is this?”

“Oh, this?”

It was at that moment that the sound of conversation flowed into Hong Yeon-hwa’s ears as she was thinking.

Lee Seo-yool asked with a puzzled look, and Elia answered.

It was a normal conversation.

Hong Yeon-hwa closed her eyes, listening to him.

When will Ha-Yul come down… I take a deep breath to calm my anxious heart…

“Yes, hehe… It’s the pendant that Ha-yul gave me a little while ago.”

Hong Yeon-hwa jumped up.

Hong Yeon-hwa turned her head and saw Elia, who was full of happiness.

As I was thinking about it, I noticed a piece of jewelry on the neck that I had never seen before.

“You said you made this yourself… When on earth did you make this… Hehe…”

She stroked the pendant, laughing heartily as if she couldn’t contain the joy flowing out of her.

A luxurious silver chain and a yellow gem that is intricately crafted and visible even at a glance.

And, the magic of the technique that can be felt at first glance.

“… … ”

Hong Yeon-hwa blinked blankly.

…I wonder when this rate will come down.

It was eagerly awaited.

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Ariel read a book.

Store information in your head and study magic at the same time.

It’s a routine that’s been repeated over the years.

After doing this for a very long time, it became a routine that I was very familiar with.

– Glance

“……”

– Glance

“…sigh.”

But now, for some reason, I didn’t feel used to it.

Rather, I find it awkward and strange.

Ariel sighed deeply and closed the book as her gaze kept being pulled to one side.

And I kept seeing something that caught my eye.

The chair across from you.

Originally, there was only one chair, Ariel’s, but now there is another chair.

Lee Ha-yul, who was using that chair, has left.

Now that there was no one left to use it, I had to get rid of it, but I didn’t want to.

Compared to all those years, Lee Ha-yool, who only stayed for about a month, is nothing but a speck of dust.

I just couldn’t get used to the empty feeling.

[miss?]

– Tiring

It was then that a letter appeared in the corner of Ariel’s vision.

[I can’t believe that Ariel is this lonely]

“… Don’t talk nonsense, Gracia.”

Ariel sighed and shook her head.