Different Directions
After the picnic, everyone parted ways as they each did their individual preparations before they departed.
But because they had nothing much to do, Lily and Mika strolled around in Fuera.
Keeping each other at arm's length, the two silently looked at their surroundings. Despite the announcement of the war, the people in Fuera did not seem worried nor did they panic. Contrary to that, they continued their daily life here as if they put all their trust in their queen to protect them.
"..."
Both of them had much to talk about but none of them opened their mouths.
"Are you prepared for your mission?" Mika finally asked.
It was not the topic he had in mind but at least he started a conversation.
"Huh? O-oh, yeah..." Lily replied surprised.
After that short answer, it was silent again.
"I..."
"You don't have to say it. I can roughly guess what you want to ask." Lily cut him off, smiling coldly at her feet.
"..."