☀️ Arselia and Akonia

- It's best to do both!
Minako replied without a hint of doubt in her face or voice, although she wasn't entirely sure if she had accurately conveyed Mikisama's intention.

—Is that so? Perhaps the "better safe than sorry" approach has the same meaning in life, whether it's worldly or spiritual. —the mountaineer smiled politely.
After a brief moment, he glanced at his visibly embarrassed companion and the priestess, who was panting from a day of solitary service, and gave a bitter smile to himself, then bowed briefly to the latter:
—Thank you for the explanation; I now understand the general principles. I see that your respected mentor (I hope I used the correct term?) was absolutely right in her words about this sacred place. In that case, I would heed your advice and leave an offering for the emu; and also purchase a pink potion, if you don't mind, and we will not bother you further. —He looked around the now-empty area and added: —I believe your spiritual service is of absolute importance, especially since today is a holiday, and perhaps you will still be able to experience it...