The academy was about to begin, but Austin and Valerie couldn't return just yet.
Why? Because they had to visit the Council Office and attend an important meeting—one that would decide the future of their world's safety.
All the rulers from every nation, along with every S-rank hunter, would be present.
Skipping it wasn't an option.
So, Austin chose to take a few days off from the academy. The meeting had to come first.
They were traveling by carriage, heading toward the Council Headquarters. The sun had just risen, casting a soft golden glow across the quiet road.
"How do you feel now, Valerie?" Cedric asked gently, eyes still scanning the document in his hands.
"I feel like myself again. Thanks to the right medicine and food," she answered with a soft smile.
And your son's love... she thought, but left it unsaid.
Austin sat beside her, polishing Wisp with practiced hands. At her words, a faint smile appeared on his lips.
