TL:Mete
EDITOR:Sora
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Chapter 103 Farewell and Promises
The day after the battle with the Guros Rabbitsu,
I woke up a little later than usual due to the effect of the party.
I looked outside the windows as I raised my body while stretching out a little bit, it seems that several hours have passed since the sun rose.
The outside of the room was already noisy.
Also, I decided to leave Barris Village after having breakfast today.
I had already reported this matter to the Gantt family as well Zonga-san and Shingu.
When I told Shingu this, he desperately tried to dissuade me, But when I told him that there were people waiting for my return in Forks, Shingu was persuaded although he was discouraged.
I did have a plan to go early in the morning, but now it seems impossible.
Well, I can’t regret it now, so I guess I should quickly get ready and head downstairs to the dining room.
And so I groomed myself and left the room and walked to the dining room.
When I arrived at the ground floor, I heard Gantt-san's cheerful voice.
[Oh, you finally woke up, Yuuma]
[Good morning Gantt-san. Moreover, you look really energetic today even with all the things that happened yesterday at the party.]
[Well, that is true. My body does feel quite heavy but I can’t really complain because I haven't had so much fun in quite a while. But yesterday was really fun and lively.]
[That is right. My body feels quite heavy as well. But yesterday was really fun and lively so I can’t complain. But having so much fun, it has truly been a while since that happened.]
[Isn’t that a good thing. Then I shall ask Maria-san to fetch you some breakfast so have a seat and relax.]
Saying so, Gantt-san walked over to the kitchen. I wanted to decline but I was really hungry and I could not fight against that.
While I was sitting and relaxing, Mari who had just noticed me came over and sat in front of me and started speaking.
[Yuma-san, you are going to leave as soon as you have breakfast right. I really wanted you to taste the cooking that I was going to make tonight~. Hey, will you come back to Barris village again?]
[That’s right. Barris village is a special place in my heart. And I shall definitely come back here when I have spare time, at that time I will definitely come by to have some of Mari’s cooking.]
When I said so, Mari made a joyful expression and leaned close to me and happily said,
[Really!? then I will practice devotedly, it's a promise.]
As soon as she said so, Mari turned around and skipped back into the kitchen.
And Maria-san came with fresh breakfast in her hands replacing Mari.
[Yuuma-san, sorry for the wait. Please take your time and enjoy.]
[Then I shall not hold back Maria-san. Thank you for the food.]
Within a few minutes, I completely consumed the breakfast that Maria-san provided.
Maria-san took the empty dishes and headed back to the kitchen, and then I finally said goodbye to Maria-san and Mari before greeting Gantt-san who was waiting for me at the front door.
[Gantt-san, Thank you very much for everything, and I shall definitely come back to the village again so please do take care of me at that time.]
[What are you saying Yuuma. We are the ones who have been taken care of. You have already saved the Barris Village twice. But still, I really appreciate it and I look forward to the day we meet again.]
[I feel the same Gantt-san, I promise that I shall come here again without fail. Then, I shall get going now.]
Saying so, I left Gantt-san, and the Lotus Inn. after I left the inn, I was repeatedly thanked a lot of times until I reached the entrance of the village. It certainly caused complex feelings to swell inside me since I had to return the greetings politely each time.
When I arrived at the gate that had been destroyed by the Guros Rabbitsu, I saw that the village chief, Zonga-san, with a solemn expression along with Shingu who looked like he would cry at any moment.
I really wanted to comfort Shingu but I hardened my resolve and spoke to Zonga-san.
[Zonga-san, thank you for everything and I shall definitely make sure to come again.]
[Un, definitely make sure that you do. Yuuma-dono, you are welcome to come here anytime and villagers will gladly welcome you. If in case you come here in your spare time. it wouldn’t be such a bad thing to hold a banquet again at that time.]
[Then I shall do so, and I will make sure to participate at that time. Then with this, I shall excuse myself.]
Saying so to Zonga-san, I turned towards Shingu.
Shingu who could not endure it anymore finally burst into tears.
To which, I stroked his head slowly with a smile on my face.
Then slowly with time, his crying calmed down and the number of tears that were flowing out unstintingly decreased.
And when he completely stopped shedding tears, Shingu wiped the tears from his face and made a declaration with a resolute expression of preparation. [1]
[Nii-chan, I shall become an Adventurer. Just like you and my dad.]
I was not particularly surprised at his declaration. Because I could see that Shingu longed to be an adventurer from the way he spoke about adventurers.
Looking at Zonga-san behind Shingu, I saw him give a bitter smile when Shingu said that he would become an adventurer, he seems to have already been convinced.
Shingu looked like he was waiting for advice from the senior adventurer in front of him. I watched his eyes that were brimming with expectations.
[Shingu, I understand that you aim to be an adventurer. Although you want me to say something, it has only been a few months since I became an adventurer so I cannot say anything special.]
Shingu looked surprised at my adventurer history. But he did not mention it, but he silent listened to what I was going to say.
His expression was so serious; I have never seen this side of him before.
[What I can say is this. Shingu, you must become stronger if you really want to be an adventurer. This is just my opinion. It might not seem dangerous, but know that as an adventurer, you will go to places where you could be put in a life-or-death situation any moment, and the only thing that you can depend on while adventuring, is your own strength.]
[The only thing that I can depend on, is my own strength…...]
[But don’t go doing what I do. The only reason that I am not in a PT is because I still don’t know how to rely on someone else. Also, make sure not forget politeness in your search for strength. This is what I want you to always remember from me. ]
When I finished saying that, Shingu looked nervous and gave a small nod.
I relaxed my stiff expression. And then I broke my serious expression and said with a smile.
[Shingu do not be so nervous. It is because you have talent, you should grow stronger and stronger, slowly. learn from Zonga-san and Gantt-san and from everyone in this Barris village.]
When I said that, Shingu loosened his stiff expression.
And Shingu made a promise to me at the end.
[Nii-chan, I shall grow strong along with Ojii-chan and everyone in this village. And then, when I become an adventurer. Will you let me go adventuring along with you?]
[Ooh, of course. You shall make a good adventurer. I will look forward to the time when we can. All right then, it is time for us to part.]
When I said that it was time for farewell, Shingu’s eyes became watery again.
But this time he did not cry. He firmly looked into my eyes and said goodbye.
[See you later, Nii-chan. Make sure to come back again!]
He looked at me with a joyful smile on his face.
I also smiled at Shingu's words.
[Ooh! I will definitely come by again. I promise. Then I shall you again soon!]
Saying so I left and started running away from Barris Village.
Looking behind, I could see Zonga-san standing in the distance and looking at me running, with Shingu by his side who kept waving his hands desperately until I finally became a blur and soon after, my figure disappeared.
[1] TN: Imagine Sakura from Naruto flaming with motivation
EN: I can only imagine her crying in helplessness or angrily shaking her fist at Naruto…