1 year passed, today is Noah's graduation day from school.
After finishing the ceremony, Noah returned home. There Oda and Xander were watching TV. "How about your graduation ceremony?" asked Oda. "Well, like a graduation ceremony in general. By the way, in 3 months we will meet them. Do you think they changed? " said Noah. "Surely they will change. Especially Avril, he already said he wouldn't be a burden, right? " said Xander. "I don't think the others have changed much, but I'm sure Rassley will add more scars to his body," said Oda confidently. "I don't know why but I also think that," said Noah.
"Just like everyone else, I think we got stronger too. What's more, you Xander, "said Oda. "What? me?" said Xander confusedly while pointing at himself. "Yes I agree" said Noah, nodding his head. "Before you were far weaker than us. But within a year you can catch up with us, "said Oda. "I hope the others will like you," Oda continued. "You make me embarrassed" said Xander, whose face turned red. "Okay, then let's sparring," said Noah. "Before you talk like that, change your clothes first" said Xander. "Yes, yes" said Noah who immediately went to his room and changed clothes.
Anna went home. "Where is brother?" asked Anna. "He's in his room, changing clothes" said Xander. "Wow, Xander, you're used to living here," said Anna. "What do you mean?" Xander asked in confusion. "At the beginning you were here. You are always shy of me. Now it looks like you guys are used to it, huh, "said Anna. "Yes, how about that, it's very difficult to explain," said Xander, who returned shyly. "Well, you're usually like that," said Anna with a little laugh. Anna went into her room.
"Come on, I've changed my clothes. It's time to practice sparring, "said Noah excitedly. "Well, it can't be helped. Let's practice." Said Xander who seemed forced. The three of them went to Noah's backyard. "What's wrong with you, Xander? Looks not enthusiastic, "said Noah while pointing at Xander. "Well, isn't the pattern always the same? I will definitely fall first, "said Xander resignedly. "Take it easy Xander, this is an attack resistance exercise" said Oda who was holding Xander's shoulder.
"Are you ready Oda?" Noah asked, as well as stretching. "Of course, even against you a hundred times I'm ready" said Oda confidently. "Okay, let's start" said Oda and Noah, both of whom immediately ran. "Aah, fighting two monsters? This is a situation where I am very helpless, "thought Xander resignedly as he ran too.
It was late afternoon. The three of them have finished sparring. "Haah..haah" their exhausted voices. "I said ... I am sure ... i'm the one...who will ... fall first" said Xander who was lying on the ground. "Well it can't be helped. You're still a long way from chasing us, "said Noah. "It was late afternoon, let's go into the house," said the tired Oda. "Come on," said the exhausted Noah and Xander. The three of them entered the house and immediately rested.
"Okay, I'll take a shower first," said Noah. "Okay" said Oda and Xander. "fatigue?" asked Anna who approached the two of them. "Of course" replied Xander. "You're going up to grade 2 high school, right Anna?" asked Oda. "Yes" answered Anna. "Have you decided where you want to after you graduate from school?" asked Oda. "Hmm, at this time I have not thought about it" replied Anna, holding her chin. "You can't be like that, you know. You have to think carefully about your future. Like your brother, "said Xander who looked like he was advising Anna. "Well I mean, I am definitely accepted everywhere, all my aspects in school are always perfect. I was an outstanding student in extracurricular activities, I also joined the Student Council and was assigned to become the student council president in the following year. I also have great mana skills. From there, I was confused about where to go, "said Anna clearly.
"Wow, these two are superior genes, huh" thought Xander and Oda. "Ah! Mother, are you cooking? I will help, "said Anna. "He and Noah are examples multitalent people, right?" Whispered Xander to Oda. "Yeah, I thought Noah was a stupid and naughty person at school. But the reality make me surprise, he was a student with perfect grades. Former student council president and also excelled in basketball and soccer extracurricular activities. " Whispered Oda to Xander. "Yes, and they both have very handsome and beautiful faces" whispered Xander. "What are you doing?" said Noah with a flat face. "Nothing" said the two of them.
"Hurry up and take a shower," said Noah, who ordered Oda and Xander to take a bath. "Okay then I'll go ahead" said Oda who then went into the bathroom. "Noah, why do you want to become an Adventurer?" Xander asked. "You don't have to be adventurous either. But I'm interested in exploring this world. I mean, it's so boring here. " Said Noah. "Since when did you decide to explore this world?" asked Xander. "Hmm, since when? Maybe since I was born in this world, "said Noah, who was not sure of the answer.
"Anna, I'm leaving here soon. You won't miss me right? " said Noah, hugging Anna from behind. "Don't hug me now, I'm cooking. You're stupid, aren't you? " Said Anna, releasing Noah's hug. "Hahaha, it's certain that Anna will be sad when you leave this house Noah," said Salsa. "Mom" said Anna, whining. "Hahaha, you are still little," said Oda, stroking Anna's head from behind him. "Go away" said Anna with a blushing face.
"i'm home" said Gravy who had come home from work. "Welcome" said Anna and Salsa. "What is this? You are cooking together, "said Gravy. "Of course, Anna is a good kid," said Salsa. "Wow, the fighters are resting, huh" said Gravy to the three of them. "Hehehe" Oda and Xander chuckled. Gravy went into the room and immediately changed his clothes. "The food is ready, let's eat together" said salsa. The six of them finally went to the dining room and ate together.
"Noah, congrats on graduating high school," said Gravy. "Yes, thank you" said Noah. "So what are you going to do? You will soon be adventuring right? " asked Gravy. "Well, I don't know," answered Noah. "Then will the three of you work for a while?" asked Gravy to Noah, Oda and Xander. "work? What kind of work?" asked Noah. "So my friend needs a bodyguard. They want to deliver goods to the capital. " Gravy answered. "You've been training every day, isn't this a good opportunity to see the results of your training?" continued Gravy.
"I want to, how about you?" Noah asked the others. "It's okay" said Oda briefly. "I agree. Training with you every day is really tiring. I want to fight other than you two, "said Xander. "Okay, then I'll tell my friend tomorrow. As well as asking when you will work, "said Gravy. "D-dad, can I come too?" asked Anna to Gravy. "Why do you want to come with Anna? This is not a Holiday, "said Noah.
"Yeah, why do you want to come too Anna?" asked Gravy. "I also want to try what you do. As well as seeing how strong I am compared to the others, "replied Anna clearly. "But you're still in school," said Salsa. "Ah, mom, can i?" Said Anna who begged. "It's okay, after all, Anna rarely asks for something like this," said Noah. "Besides, there is me too, I can take care of him." Noah continued. "Did you hear, mother? What did brother say, "said Anna, who looked like a child.
"Alright, I'll ltell your school later," said Gravy. "Is it true? Yeay, "said Anna, happily. Salsa can only be silent and resigned. The six of them finished eating and returned to their respective activities. Noah, Xander and Oda gather in Xander and Oda's room. "Are you sure? Invite Anna to join this job? Xander asked. "Of course" answered Noah shortly. "What if something happens? Not necessarily we can protect her. Said Oda. "You guys, rather than me protecting Anna, it looks like Anna will do more action than us." said Noah to Xander and Oda. "Anna is very strong. She also has great Mana skills. She is great at using both weapons and bare hands. There is even a possibility that she is stronger than the three of us, "continued Noah. "Yes, no matter what, I'm sure the four of us will be safe in this job," said Noah casually.