The Empire of Reimia (3)

-But you know, yesterday we took a history test, which I had been preparing for all last month, and to my surprise, I discovered that very often, in order to maintain their title and fulfill their duty to the country, rulers – not only the Reimeian emperors, but others as well – made terrible mistakes that led to terrible tragedies... I mean, maybe sometimes you need to be able to listen to what your own heart and intuition tell you? - he said the last part with a hint of uncertainty, so that it sounded more like a suggestion than a firm conviction.

- Yes, that's true, I've accumulated a few things, - the elf said, slightly embarrassed. - Maybe I'm wasting almost all my money on these trinkets, but you only live once, so why not, - Bert concluded. - By the way, would you like to stop somewhere on the way back and have some ice cream?

- But why, everyone has their own problems, caused by their nature, or environment, or upbringing, and they don't become less by comparing them. What seems like a trifle to you may be the end of the world for someone else, and vice versa. The main thing is that you have found the courage to face them and take steps to eradicate weakness. This already puts you today above yesterday, any difficulty is a disguised step towards growth. And nothing strengthens character as much as a strong body, - Latro smiled. - I'm quite weak. Why don't we train together? They say that it is more effective - it is easier to overcome each other's limits than your own. And I want to finally beat our harpy.

Doesn't eavesdrop, but is interested in whether there is anything important, and whether her mother will come.