Hatulu, a tavern.
"Come on! Drink!"
"Haha~, today is really a happy day!"
"Hahaha, that's right! We're going to represent the White Cat Clan in the tournament. That's when we'll make a name for ourselves!"
When Odo said this, Rajas and James looked at him strangely.
James picked up the wine glass and carefully covered most of his face, pretending to drink, but his eyes were looking around.
Finding that no one noticed this, he whispered:
"Odo, are you drunk? Have you forgotten our true purpose?"
"Uh, well..."
After being reminded of this, Oddo instantly became much more sober.
He also said in a low voice:
"I remember... Of course I remember. I just said it casually."
"It's no use just saying it casually. Don't forget that we've charged a high price. What if you forget about it when the time comes?!"
"No, no, don't worry!"
"Hmph, you better not—!"
Rajas said with a snort, his tone full of warning.
“… …”
"Okay, come on, let's continue drinking~!"
James exhorted loudly, holding up his glass, and the three of them began drinking again.
At this moment, a figure suddenly came to the three of them and sat down at their table without their consent.
"Good morning, everyone! We've already started drinking this morning. Did you encounter anything happy? Could you tell me a little bit?"
In an instant, a solemn atmosphere enveloped the entire table.
James and the other two, holding their wine glasses, stared at the man motionlessly, with a hint of cold murderous intent in their eyes.
"Who are you--?"
"Hey, don't be so nervous! I'm just a curious passerby~!"
The mysterious man, who claimed to be a passerby, quietly pulled up his sleeves while speaking, revealing something hidden inside.
"How about this, I'll take over your wine table today?"
When the three of them saw what was in the mysterious man's sleeve, they immediately understood his identity and the solemn atmosphere dissipated.
"...Hahaha, so that's how it is. We just like generous friends~!"
"My friend, you're welcome. Let's drink together~!"
James handed him an empty wine glass and filled it.
"Haha, then I'd rather obey than be disrespectful~!"
The mysterious man replied politely.
But just after he finished speaking, he picked up his glass and whispered:
"I came here to confirm whether you are sure you can get a place in the White Cat Royal Family competition?"
"Don't worry!" James replied without showing any unusual expression. "Right now, there are no stronger candidates who meet the requirements in the entire royal city. Even if there were any before, we have squeezed them out with tricks."
“Very good~!”
The mysterious man looked at James with satisfaction.
"You are quite good. Would you like to consider serving our tribe in the future?"
"Haha~, good suggestion."
James smiled and took a sip of his drink.
Then he put down his glass and looked at the mysterious man.
"That depends on how much you can offer~."
"Haha, so frank!"
The mysterious man did not continue with this topic, but changed the subject.
"Since things are going smoothly, I won't bother you three anymore. Enjoy your drinks. As for your subsequent rewards, they will be paid to you when the White Cat Royal Family loses their seat at the top."
After saying that, the mysterious man stood up and left.
It was as if he was really just passing by and wanted to make friends.
“… …”
After that person left, James and the other two exchanged glances.
There was no discussion of the matter.
"Come on, keep drinking!"
“Okay, drink…”
... ...
Soon another day passed.
Early in the morning, Hulim came to Mickey's residence to find Mickey.
As soon as she entered the palace, Hulim heard the sound of practice coming from the courtyard.
He walked in lightly.
I saw Miko practicing hard in the courtyard.
She had a determined expression on her face, and even though her hair was soaked with sweat, she still didn't stop...
“… …”
That was the reason yesterday...
The reason why Miko applied to come back from study in advance and what she said in the past about wanting to improve her ability to fight against others was all for this reason: she wanted to represent the White Cat Royal Family in the conference.
She is very talented, and she has seen the plight of the White Cat Royal Family, so she wants to do something with her own power.
I can understand this feeling, but...
It was not until a long time later, when the practice target was completely chopped into pieces, that she collapsed to the ground as if she had used up all her strength.
He lay on his back on the ground, gasping for breath.
"Tired?"
A shadow suddenly covered Miko's cheek.
"Huh? Hulim, why are you here?"
"I came to find you, so... why are you fighting so hard?"
“… …”
Miko was silent.
She did not answer Hulim's question, but instead looked frustrated.
"Hey... Hulim, am I really weak..."
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