After my last meeting with Lilith, I found myself thinking about the burdens she must be carrying. What kind of troubles is she really facing? I wanted to help her... no, I had to help her. But I knew I couldn't force anything.
So I decided to take it slow.
For now, all I could do was welcome her warmly whenever she came here. Let her rest, even just a little. Maybe, someday, when she's ready, she'll open up and share what's truly weighing on her heart. And when that moment comes, I'll be there to listen.
I let out a long sigh as drowsiness settled over me. My eyelids felt heavy, and just before I drifted off to sleep, I suddenly remembered—tomorrow's the day Julius starts his Hero's Trial.
I quietly whispered a prayer.
"I hope everything goes well for him."
....
The next morning, I woke up and went through my usual routine. Today was going to be packed.
