Me - Theo Maylis has a sister named Marin. Nine years younger and now eleven. I've been getting busy lately and burning my hands.

Me and Marin moved to Kruge together.

Because Marin had a nucleus and a traumatic brain and had to be apprenticed to a witch by the age of six.

When I found out Marin was a witch's egg, a violent earthquake ran into my house. My grandfather and father cried and my mother and brothers were soggy. Marin was the only girl of the five brothers and sisters, and the youngest of the ages, and she was our princess.

I'm not taking Marin to the witch.

Other than me, my family snorted deeply at my father's words after a long family meeting.

I... had an admiration for something called witchcraft, so I envied Marin who could be a witch. If I could replace you, I wanted to do it on your behalf. Oh, you're so naughty.

So.

I tried hard to hide and raise Marin for a while, but it was impossible after all.

The Mairis are carpenters for their ancestors. My father reluctantly overturned his thoughts when he saw the wood piled up in Marin's eclampsia collapse miserably.

As the body grows, so does the amount of magic in the body. It's dangerous as it is. If the power of the witch is enough to hurt your family, your employees, and Marin herself, you should leave now, no matter how hard it is.

Don't let your pretty daughter be a witch hater. My father made the decision to leave Marin with a witch.

"Oh, I hate... I want to be in your house... I don't want to be a witch...!

"Come on! Forgive me, Marin. Even if we live apart, we're family! You must come home!

Fortunately, the Kingdom of Mistria had a cruise. Inside the savior witch Aronia. It's so much safer than keeping it with this dubious witch...

"I'm worried about Marin, so keep up with Theo. Protect me from dying."

"Ha!?"

My father, who was not at all relieved, sent me away with him. Well, if you had three brothers upstairs, the family business would be cheap, and honestly, you would have gotten in the way. I didn't want to be a carpenter, and I've been arguing with my father about it so many times.

It seems uncomfortable to be inside all the witches, but it may be better than my parents'. It involves the magic I admire. Aren't you lucky to think about it?

Something spreads my dream. I'll do anything for chores or downwork.

I pulled my weeping Marin's hand and headed to the crew with a whim.

It was when Marin was six and I was fifteen.

As it turns out, I'm glad I accompanied Marin. My admiration was shattered.

It was difficult to say that the crew was very safe at the time. I'll never tell you, but if my fathers find out, they'll be outraged. The witches had enough exterminating circumstances to pull a dong.

Enemies were everywhere inside and outside, and Aronia's mansion heard horrible screams, and it seemed like she saw bodies quite often. I was helped to get buried. I threw up a few times.

They didn't tell me the details, but Master Aronia is researching dangerous sorcery, and they're targeting it by other witches.

I was desperate to protect Marine. You can't escape from the inside until you've finished your marine studies. He lived with Marin's master killing his breath so that he would not be taken to Aronia's mansion to avoid being involved in the raid.

But that's in the past, too.

Two years ago, after Aronia's death, Kruge was reborn.

I look back at the sound of the doorbell.

"There you are."

"I brought you here, Theo..."

Phantom stepped into the store with a tense face. I've been here many times already - and you're still behaving suspiciously. Well, it's only been two years since this guy started living decently in the outside world, and I can't help it. Besides, I have a special guest tonight. Maybe he's being extra careful.

"Ville. Well done for coming. Sit down, please."

"Oh. I'll get in the way"

Dark-haired, blonde-eyed man with an even length.

Is there an intimate atmosphere somewhere? Is it because of the sophisticated air in the city?

This guy's name is Bill Obsidia.

He's a young man who recently came to Kruge. I was surprised when I heard it was headed by Prince Wang's Kingsguard knight. You're a super elite.

Marin was calling me "cool" like a fool.

Damn, Sonia, lady's gonna do a hell of a lot of things.

I don't really care about the others, but on second thought, my liver's gonna get cold.

A man who was near Prince Wang was miscellaneous in a one-country witch. He is sweating about field work, laundry and cleaning. What a downfall.

That would be bad for a prince to unilaterally break his engagement, and maybe it would make Ville happier if he served Lady Sonia.

Something like this, it's a waste, a lot of things. If you weren't an adventurer, you'd have an arm that could go for a thousand bucks on a demon hunt. From the mediocre me, the treasure is rotten.

At first, I was worried about how I dealt with Ville. It would just be frustrating to be sympathetic and inspired when I am.

In the end, I came to this day feeling unnatural. We'll talk face-to-face, but you never exposed each other too deeply. I was in town during the day and had few contacts.

"Is this where Theo works?"

"Oh. Now you can come by noon, too. Master's coffee is the best in Mistria."

It's a coffee shop during the day, but this is how they make me have drinks the night Dachi comes. The alcohol and ingredients were also shared cheaply. I have to thank the master for his generosity.

I work in this store in the town closest to Kruge right now. Something cooled my admiration for witchcraft, and when I got back to reality, I was in a hurry to get a job and save money anyway. Marin's amulet is going to be no longer necessary, and I have to think about my future. It's too late, though.

Arrange wine bottles appropriately in the counter seat. The knob is an arrangement of the rest of the snacks.

"Okay then...... uh, I can't think of a good foreground. Cheers for now!"

A small rapport began, along with the sound of the glass bumping into each other.

Especially tonight, Ville and Phantom, who quarreled flashly, are also making up. Apparently, the reason for the fight was because Ville rambled Lady Sonia and didn't eat hand-cooked food.

What the hell does that feel like?

Bill, of course, and Phantom are still problematic kids. Sonia, if anything happens to the lady, she'll be pretty soon. I want you to calm down like the father of a child.

"You see, Ville... Master Sonia is strong, cute and kind... she's the best!

Phantom already has a strange Lu Rhythm from the first glance. Drinking with this guy makes half the conversation a compliment to the lady. The other half is proud of her beloved daughter and daughter-in-law. I hope it's not a dark story.

"Okay. I'm sorry I didn't even know what was going on. You annoyed Coral, too. Next time I'm going to apologize."

When Ville seemed troublesome, Phantom nodded yeah, and started exploring his jacket pockets all the time.

"That's right. Coral had me plugged in...!

"Oh, that's Mr. Coral. That's sweet."

I received a bottle of your handmade pickle and I cut it and put it on a plate. Polypoly and scratch. It tasted like mellow acidity spread and I wanted to chew it forever.

"Yeah. Delicious.... So? Looks like Ville brought you something, too?

"Ugh..."

I glance at the wrap that is subtly placed at the foot of the counter.

Not that I hadn't noticed, but he didn't quite give it to me, so he asked from me. Ville didn't want to serve it if she could, so she offered me a circular wrap.

The contents looked delicious quiche. From what I've seen, I use mountain grass, mahouba carrots, and whale onions. It looks like it has a good nutritional balance.

"Sonia, you cared for the lady, too. Say thank you."

"No... I made that. Tell Sonia."

"Become, what the...!?"

Phantom stood up in momentum, turned his eyes and fell into the chair. She was excited to imagine the lady and Ville enjoying their cooking class.

Ville slammed the counter with regret.

"The truth is meat dishes...... I wanted to make fried chicken or meat pie but they rejected me! You witch......!

"No, you don't care when you're there."

Cut the quiche apart and just look at the flavor.

The fabric is crisp and fragrant, and the utensils are moist. In my mouth I gently loosened it along with the aroma of butter and the taste of vegetables.

"Ooh, delicious without complaining. Ville's good at cooking."

"Ugh,... replace it!

"Beh, nothing... it's his recipe. I just made it as I was told..."

While denying it, Ville doesn't seem to be full. Hmm, is he actually easy to understand? Surprised.

"Anyway, I'm glad you and the lady seem to have made up. No, in this case, should I say we've gotten along?

"I can't believe we're friends."

"Ki no! I envy you! But if it's for Master Sonia, bear with me!

Eat, scream, busy Phantom properly, and empty the booze. Phantom raised his hand energetically to the difficult question of whether anything good had happened recently.

"Last time Coral knitted me a pair of flanas and matching socks."

"Uh, okay, I envy you. I can't abandon my jealous heart."

When I accidentally looked away, Bill tilted his neck.

"Theo doesn't have a lover?

"Hey. I was flabbergasted six months ago. Anything?

"Theo was dating a florist girl, but he was dumped because he was too ciscon..."

"No. Marine is the Bracon. I'll only hold him back on the day he tries to go on a date, so be late every time."

"But then there were rumors that he was playing with other guys, Coral said... eh. Marin tried to save Theo from the bad girl... Huh!

"I know. Well, the biggest cause of my frustration is my lack of future. That's okay, I was worthless..."

I cover my face with both hands. Then Ville sighed heavily. Probably unconscious.

"Could it be that Bill has also recently broken his heart?

Comrade, I poured the wine into Ville's glass.

Even high-spec guys like Ville break hearts. All of a sudden, my intimacy is boiling.

No, wait a minute.

"Are you kidding me when I'm supposed to come to Kruge?

I blued, but Bill shook his head to the side.

"It's not. I mean, heartbreak... well, I had someone who was quite fond of me... but he was out of my reach from the start"

I listened carefully to untie the tangled thread, not to strangle the cotton. Because you're going to hate me when I ask you while you tear it up too persistently.

To deduce from the subtle leak heard words, it seems that Ville's thinker was his best friend's lover. She had a lovely fluffy vibe, a girl who laughed a lot, and said she was a rare person who didn't have to be afraid of herself.

"It was hard to see two happy people up close, but I could be more unhappy... but now I'm helpless and I can't help them"

Ville frowned and soaked her liquor so that she could experience the pain of the wound.

... I don't want to sound bad about a kid I don't know, but for dating that girl, the other guy, do you have a crush on Ville too?

My best friend is also my best friend, and it just seems like he's snuggling up to show off to Ville.

I guess it's my fault. Let's just say it's my fault. At least, you can't let Ville notice!

"Look, drink. Eat up. I wish I could!

By the time an hour had passed, Phantom had fallen asleep drunk. I usually put up with it a little bit more, but I was fast paced by Ville tonight. I can't do that.

I'm getting pretty drunk too. Ville hardly changes things. Is this the wasp?

Put Phantom to sleep in a bench and hang a blanket.

We were both drinking quietly for a while, but Fumiville opened his mouth.

"What does Theo think of Sonia?

"Hmm? Another love banana?

"... no. As a person, what impressions do you have?

Suddenly it was a serious tone, so I woke up a little drunk.

Lady Sonia said that during the first welcoming party. Ville hates witches. Besides, they have a witchkiller sword. You might want to think you have more hate than just hate.

Really, how did you get Ville inside, Sonia lady?

I decided to think about it and confess honestly.

"Right. Sonia, the lady has a... a burden, and she still can't see straight."

"Losses?"

"It's hard to think about this, but I couldn't help the lady. I was so desperate to protect myself and Marin when she was having a hard time."

If I lived inside for five years, I would most likely not be able to tell you the details.

What Lord Aronia was doing to his real daughter and what might be going on in the mansion.

I noticed thinly and didn't do anything. I couldn't.

That's what happened then two years ago. Immediately after Master Aronia's death, half of the witches inside rebelled. I was locked in the house with Marin and other apprentice witches and had my master tie the line and just protected.

I don't have a choice. While ordinary people can participate in sorcery matches.

But, you know, even though my head knew it, I was going to cry pitifully after it was all over.

Marin now looks like he's enjoying his magic training. I call my daughter my sister and admire her. I spend every day laughing.

If Ri were still under Aronia's control, I'm sure Marin would have had to kill people too, and worst of all, we were dead. I almost couldn't get home.

Sonia, my lady changed my cruise for me.

"I couldn't do anything to that kid, and that kid gave us peace. Four are saved and protected by younger girls. It makes me laugh about the past."

Sonia, the lady just gave it to me and I can't give her anything back. I know she doesn't care, but as an older man, I can't wait to be sorry.

I wanted you to rely on me. But being relied upon doesn't help. Awesome selfish.

My heart is still burning with dilemmas.

"That's why I thank Lady Sonia, and I feel guilty. I want you to be happier than anyone else."

That's why I was so angry when I heard that my marriage to the prince was broken.

I laughed, hiding my heart.

"It's not gonna help, is it? I have a witch in me, so I'm on the witch's side... Sonia, lady's side. I'll never say it badly."

"Right."

"I can't help you with anything on my side, though. That's why I'm saying it. I don't stick my face in the witch situation. I'm doing the best I can about my sister and my future, and I've decided to at least live without any trouble or worry."

I'm powerless. I can't do anything.

But Ville's strong, isn't she?

You can protect Lady Sonia. He likes me so much that he's taking me home on purpose.

Help the lady.

That kid is too strong, too high to rely on anyone. We can't even get out of here.

Alone, one day the limits will come.

Even if you hated and hated most of the witches, including Marin, would you please just support the lady?

I just felt like praying in my heart, I couldn't put it out in my mouth. Because I can't help pressing this wish.

I hope Bill himself decides one day.

"You can't be powerless. Guys, Theo said he was a decent, good guy."

Oh, you've got me worried. I put my head on it.

"Yeah, well, I'm always a good guy to stop. Ha."

"That's not what I meant"

"Really? Thanks.... there will be a lot of circumstances that Bill can't talk about, and I basically have Lady Sonia's shoulder, but I'll ask if it's about other loving stupidity or consultation. He has a strong mouth."

Ville nodded small and thanked him.

Somehow we embarrassed each other, and the day stayed open.

Ville's probably a great guy. But I saw him as the type to think too much and lose money. Maybe I'm too far away for my previous buddy to admit honestly about Miss Sonia.

It's only a matter of time.

I hoped that Ville and the lady could have a better relationship, and I decided to keep a close watch.

"Sonia is too cute and hard...... what am I supposed to do"

A few months later, Bill starts talking to me with a serious face. I grin raw warm and squeak in my heart.

Abbreviations, fuzz. Kruge is still at peace today.

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