[5] Sylphy 

Rudy's Perspective:

I'm about to graduate.

This means I'll be separated from Roxy. The next time we meet will be a long, long time from now.

Ah...

My Roxy, I really don't want to be apart from you.

But I can't avoid it.

The Human God said that our union could give birth to the crystallization that can defeat him. In other words, Roxy is his primary target of interest.

For Roxy's safety.

I must maintain a certain distance from her.

...

As Roxy was about to leave, Zenith and Paul tried to persuade her to stay.

"Roxy, it's okay to continue staying with us, you know? There are still so many dishes I haven't taught you..."

They were the kind of people who didn't care much about money. As long as Roxy was willing, they wouldn't mind her staying and becoming part of the family.

Especially after seeing how dependent I was on Roxy.

But it was clear that Roxy wasn't that kind of person.

Roxy deeply bowed and said:

"No, thank you for saying that, but this incident made me realize my own limitations. I'll be traveling the world for a while to hone my magic skills."

I knew she was feeling down because I had caught up to her in levels.

But really, such things were utterly meaningless.

If we're talking about setbacks, I've had my fair share.

For example, in the Sword God's Sanctuary where Alice once stayed, there's this kid named Jino who supposedly grew from nothing to being able to defeat a Sword God overnight.

Hey, isn't that a bit too much?

Do you even know what level a Sword God is?

Even at my peak, I would have had to work hard against someone like that.

And this guy somehow grew to that level overnight, so I guess talent is just beyond comparison.

People really do get worked up when comparing themselves to others.

Before leaving, Roxy came up to me and gently touched my head with a smile.

"Rudy, even though I've done my best, my power isn't enough to teach you more."

"Teacher, what you've taught me is enough to benefit me for a lifetime."

I said from the bottom of my heart.

"You saying that makes me happy, but it's a bit too exaggerated... Oh, by the way."

As if she suddenly remembered, Roxy reached into her cloak and pulled out a pendant with a leather cord.

It had a shape consisting of three long spears made of metal with a greenish gleam.

I hadn't thought much of it before, but looking at it now, the shape oddly resembled the long spears of the Superd tribe.

"Celebrate your graduation with this, even though I didn't have time to prepare. Hold on to it."

"It's an amulet from the Migurd tribe. If you encounter difficult demons, show them this and mention my name; it might help you get through... maybe."

Roxy smoothed her hair and said with a bit of embarrassment.

Oh my, what are you saying, Roxy?

This is a super crucial item, you know?

By the way, I'll use this when I meet my future in-laws as our love token.

After bidding a heartfelt farewell, Teacher Roxy left.

As I watched her departing figure, I held onto the soft fabric in my pocket while trying to hold back tears.

Ah, in this cold world, only this soft underwear still held a bit of warmth.

I'm sorry, Teacher Roxy. I'll take good care of the relic.

Speaking of which, the relic has spent more time with me than with Roxy.

If we were to use it as the catalyst for the Holy Grail War, I wonder if it would summon me or Roxy? It's probably possible for either.

...

Roxy embarked on her journey.

Although for now, I'm just a small passerby in her life, I'm confident that I will leave a profound impression on her.

On the day we meet again in the future, I'll make sure she's happy.

But that's a story for another time.

One day, I asked Paul and Zenith if I could go outside for a while.

"Outside? To play? Not in the yard?"

"Yes."

"Oh, oh, of course."

Paul agreed somewhat moved. "Come to think of it, we never really gave you much free time. We decided on your studies in both magic and swordsmanship, but playing is essential for children."

Oh, have you finally realized it?

Honestly, for a long time, I thought the children in this world had to bear such heavy academic pressure.

But later, I found out it was only because I displayed extraordinary talent from a young age that they arranged such a rigorous curriculum for me.

That said, I've never regretted meeting Roxy.

With Paul and Zenith's comforting gaze, I left the yard.

"If you want to be someone fitting for the Greyrat family, bring a girlfriend back!"Paul shouted.

Hey, hey, is it really okay to shout that way?

Zenith's expression doesn't look good at all!

But I couldn't argue with that because I really am going to find my girlfriend.

Oh, sorry, not a girlfriend.

My beloved wife.

Sylphiette Greyrat.

Um, that's still not right.

The current Sylphy is just Sylphy, without the Greyrat surname.

But I'll work on adding it back.

....

A few days later.

I had become quite acquainted with the people outside.

I was Paul and Zenith's child, as well as Roxy's disciple, and all three of these connections held significant weight in the village.

Thanks to their reputation, I managed to establish good relationships.

Then, following my memories of the time and place, I made my way to that small hill.

"Don't stay in the village, Demon!"

An annoying voice rang out.

My heart immediately filled with anger, but I quickly suppressed it.

"Just go away!"

"Take this!"

"I hit you!"

I climbed over a small mound and saw a young girl in a mud pit being pelted with mud by three other children.

With green hair and a petite figure, she clutched a basket to her chest, shielding it from the mud being thrown.

Sylphiette.

The one I owed the most to.

Seeing her again, tears welled up in my eyes.

When was the last time I saw Sylphy?

I see...

Oh, sorry, I don't really want to dwell on those memories.

After all, it's not something worth remembering.

Let's skip that part.

I suppressed the anger in my heart and didn't use my signature Rock Cannonball. Instead, I created mud balls and aimed them at the kids from a distance.

"Waah!"

"It hurts, it got in my eyes!"

"What are you doing?"

"Are you a Demon companion?"

These people turned their anger towards me.

Hey, hey, don't be so ungrateful.

If I had used Rock Can

nonball, you'd have evaporated by now, you know?

They bullied Sylphy and only got a little mud in their eyes as punishment. Even Jesus would commend me for my mercy.

Thank my great compassion, people.