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Clarissa’s Departure

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Aside from that, Wood’s piece was well made. It was the most similar in style to Tetetoka’s, clearly modeled after the fresh flower drum set. The balance between flowers and branches was just right.

“Hooh…” (Tetetoka)

Tetetoka approached Wood’s piece closely.

“Ugougo…” (Wood)

“I-it is okay!” (Lalatoma)

Lalatoma, who stood next to Wood, also seemed to be nervous. To think he would use a bat. However, the bat used in that piece was small. There should not have been such a small bat among the ones I made.

Who gave it to Wood? It must have been Stella. There is no other possibility.

“Assistant Piyo-chan, directly above.” (Tetetoka)

“Piyo!” (Got it!) (Assistant Piyo)

Assistant Piyo lifted Tetetoka’s body. She did not merely lift her. She stretched her wings upward.

“Piyopiyo.” (Higher, higher.) (Assistant Piyo)

Additionally, Assistant Piyo extended her legs.

Oh, that is quite high.

Tetetoka now looked down at Wood’s piece from above.

“Hmm, I see now.” (Tetetoka)

Tetetoka nodded thoughtfully and descended to the floor.

Naturally, afterward, the grass dumpling entered Assistant Piyo’s belly.

“This bat is a replacement for the sticks, is it not?” (Tetetoka)

“…Ugougo, that is the idea.” (Wood)

“You modeled it after my floral decoration, and then added a twist on top.” (Tetetoka)

At that moment, Tetetoka looked up at Wood.

“You have talent.” (Tetetoka)

“Ugo…!” (Wood)

Tetetoka gave him a firm thumbs up.

That was a relief.

“That kind of spirit, or rather, originality is truly good. Yes, yes, deviating from the basics and bringing out your own strengths. That is the most important thing, is it not?” (Tetetoka)

“Ugo… thank you!” (Wood)

“With a larger base, either make the bat larger or place several of them. Please consider that balance.” (Tetetoka)

“Understood, Ugougo.” (Wood)

The last piece remaining was Lalatoma’s. Her work was centered around a large branch, or rather, a trunk. It possessed an elegant atmosphere.

Tetetoka waddled around the piece. Assistant Piyo followed Tetetoka closely. It was adorable.

“…Lalatoma.” (Tetetoka)

“Yes…” (Lalatoma)

However, Lalatoma’s voice lacked liveliness. Perhaps she felt that it did not turn out as she had hoped. It appeared to be well made to me.

“Well, you yourself understand best. Yes. To sublimate various emotions. That is what is important.” (Tetetoka)

“…I understand now.” (Lalatoma)

Hmm?

I did not understand fully, but it seemed there was some kind of understanding between the two of them. Perhaps it was because they were sisters, but the exchange seemed to carry deep meaning. After that, the next assignment was given, and the meeting concluded. Apparently, next time they would create pieces using the drums.

Tetetoka seemed to be a good teacher.

Well, it makes sense. She is the chief of the Dryads. Though she appears laid-back, she has lived through an endless span of time and carries that experience. Still, to think that bats have even infiltrated this kind of place.

Although, I am the origin of it. I wonder what fate awaits the bat that Stella leaves behind in the eastern country.

 

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Around that time, in the eastern country, Clarissa was returning to Hold’s residence.

In the audience chamber, Clarissa bowed to the Queen and her close aides.

“Then, I shall return to Hold-sama’s side, Okaa-sama.” (Clarissa)

“Yes. Go and learn properly.” (Queen)

“Yes…!” (Clarissa)

“There is no need to worry about the country. My condition is excellent.” (Queen)

The Queen smiled, her complexion fully restored.

Clarissa was truly delighted. Since she had become aware of things, it was the first time she had seen her mother appear so healthy. However, Clarissa found something a little odd. Her mother’s arms were extremely thick. Perhaps they had become nearly twice as muscular.

“Well then, let us entrust this to Clarissa.” (Queen’s Attendant)

One of the attendants brought forth a bat.

It was one of the ones Stella had brought. Among them, a smaller bat. The bat was presented respectfully, placed upon a wooden tray. It was being treated like a treasured sword. In truth, that was appropriate. It could be called a new treasure to be passed on to the future.

“This bat was gifted by Stella-sama. Swing it every day and never neglect to train yourself.” (Queen’s Attendant)

“Yes…!” (Clarissa)

Clarissa carefully accepted the bat from the tray.

It felt a little strange, but this was fine. It was only that swords and spears had been replaced with bats.

“Oh, how nostalgic. It reminds me of when Her Majesty the Queen was called the Demon Princess.” (Elder Attendant)

Among the assembled Elves, the eldest attendant with gray-streaked hair spoke with emotion. In his mind, the memories of days long past returned.

“How nostalgic indeed. Yes, my strength and energy from those days is returning to me.” (Queen)

“Okaa-sama was called that?” (Clarissa)

“Yes, it was when I was just a little older than you are now.” (Queen)

The Queen squinted her eyes as if reminiscing fondly.

The eldest attendant also touched his white hair and spoke.

“Her Majesty, in her youth, was famous as a mighty warrior. There is even a tale of her seizing an ogre’s club and beating the ogre with it.” (Elder Attendant)

“Eh…” (Clarissa)

Clarissa raised her voice involuntarily. She could not imagine such a figure from the mother she knew. She only knew the fragile image of her mother sitting upon the throne or lying in bed.

“Throwing a troll is also a pleasant memory. In the past, I was the strongest in the country.” (Queen)

“I-I see.” (Clarissa)

“Royalty and nobility are the final defenders of the nation. Strength is power. If you possess physical strength, there is nothing to fear.” (Queen)

“I understand.” (Clarissa)

The Queen spoke quite like a muscle-brained person. However, no one refuted her. That was because everyone there was muscle-brained as well. While there were nobles who revere mana, these Elves were worshippers of raw power. Since they claimed descent from Stella, it was a natural conclusion.

“Clarissa, be sure to convey our regards. Speak clearly of Hero Stella-sama’s achievements and teachings.” (Queen)

“Y-yes…!” (Clarissa)

Thus, with a bat in hand, Clarissa departed once again.

Audrey would be shocked to the point of her eyes nearly popping out, but that was a story for another time.

 

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