☀️ Arselia and Akonia

- Aria-Dono... If only she hadn't given it to me... - the priestess sighs. - But... Bruno-Shinpu? Involved in mass murder and destruction? I find it hard to believe. He was the same priest with whom we had... a disagreement. He seemed rude and petty in some ways, but... I would never have thought he would sacrifice the children of Anush to... It doesn't even matter for what. He used to tell me stories about how sooner or later any "abomination" would harm the unfortunate people who happened to be nearby. But apparently, these measures don't apply to him, - her hand clenched the gohei. - Yes, this is definitely not the kind of news that brings hope. I need to think about this very carefully.

By the way, Aiyano, release the Lord from his promise, otherwise he seems to have settled here. While Sonata is away, he volunteered to train the students himself and doesn't let them leave for even a minute. He says he promised to look after them for you, and I don't want to go against your word. It would have been better if he had been here when the villa was attacked, but that part of your group hadn't returned yet, so there's nothing we can do about it.

- Training? Him?.. Heh. ...if he trains them the way he used to be trained, I'm worried about their health. And is he here now? And, uh, what is this "attack on the villa" about? We heard about it in passing, but without details. What happened?

We'll discuss the other details of your journey later, okay? Don't be offended, I'll be leaving soon. By the way, you're here at just the right time, I was really hoping to introduce you to the people today, so let's get dressed up and go.

- I'm already dressed... ... ... - Wait, introduce me to the people? What do you mean? Why?.. - she turned pale. - This is clearly not what they need in these... difficult times. To maintain morale and hope.