☀️ Arselia and Akonia

- There's still plenty of time before autumn. If the contest is truly family-friendly, and if something changes by then regarding the... conditions I have to operate under... then I'll think about it. But it would be irresponsible to promise anything in advance, I hope you understand.

- I understand, but I'll really hope for it!

- Hmm... Is this information from the survey published somewhere later on? Or does it go to some competent authorities? I'm just curious.

- We will publish the results, but without names. The most interesting comments will be included in the magazine. So far, the government has not required us to transmit any information, and I really hope that this will continue to be the case.

- This is for you, a small souvenir from outside the empire. At first, I thought I'd find you an earth elemental, so to speak, for the Fortress of Health, because after that interview, you seemed a little unwell... But then I realized that you might prefer something like this.

- Thank you, Aiyano! I'm very pleased. Wait a moment. - She says to both of them, runs off somewhere, then comes back with a cake, various pastries, and much more. - Here you go, enjoy and bon appétit!

- Yes, it's a pity. Well, maybe next time.

- Sorry, sorry. Once I get to know the people and places of Margel better, I'll be happy to satisfy your curiosity at any time.


Added 7 minutes later

Upon their return, the Helesian trio reports to Naera that the blessing of air has been obtained.

The princess thanks the trio for successfully completing the task and orders them to rest while waiting for the return of the others.

Kilika looks into the "Hole," but is skeptical about the "sincerity." It was a cute outfit, but it still wasn't as good as her current one.