Filling the Pages
Whew... We actually beat it...
Asherah...!
Epindel!
We really did it! I couldn't have done it without—
Epindel reached toward Asherah for a hug, only to freeze the moment our eyes met.
...?
W-Well... Ahem!
L-Lady Stranis... and esteemed Journey Captain.
Your assistance allowed us to resolve this incident without further harm.
I offer you my sincere thanks in the name of House Orlan.
Hey, you were calling me by my name just a minute ago!
Drop the formalities again!
...Better not to repeat something that might become a bad habit.
Thus, I shall respectfully pass on that suggestion.
You said earlier that you met the Star Savior, didn't you, my lady?
It seems the relic wasn't created solely as a seal.
Mm-hm. I think so too.
My guess is...
I think it was a journal once used by the Star Savior.
A journal...?
What I saw was probably a memory recorded within its pages.
Hmm... Good question. It seemed like that journal meant a lot to him.
The way you say it makes it sound like you were there yourself.
I'd like to hear more about this memory you witnessed.
...What? Are you finally getting curious about the Star Savior?
D-Don't misunderstand! I was only—
Asherah! Captain!
Unidentified barrier has dissipated. We came at once.
Massive energy impact detected. Threat status? Casualties?
We blew away the thing that was sealed inside. Don't worry! Nobody got hurt.
Even if nothing hurts right now, you could still have internal injuries. Take it easy for a while.
Is everything okay outside?
Thanks to you. Things got a little messy, but no one was seriously hurt.
We owe you one. Thank you, all of you.
And Lady Orlan, thank you for your efforts as well.
...I merely did what needed to be done.
Jeez, that was terrifying! I thought something terrible had happened!
Look, not a scratch! We're good!
Captain's safety confirmed. Anxiety reduced.
Thanks, Smile. I appreciate it.
*...Sigh*
It appears you have much to discuss. I should excuse myself.
Wait, where are you going?
Roberta just said we still need to rest even if nothing hurts.
Unlike you, my lady, I still have quite a bit of work to do.
Our NOA estate has been left in complete disarray, as you can plainly see.
I still have to notify my family and deal with everything that comes after—
Without waiting for her to finish, Asherah gently pulled her into a hug.
A-Asherah...?!
H-Hold on, why are—
We made it through this because of you, Epindel.
If you hadn't shown up with the relic, there's no way we would've made it.
We did it together.
W-Well...!
Thank you, Epindel. I really mean it.
So, um...
...J-Just so we're clear, I wasn't helping you for nothing!
I-I mean...
House Orlan is placing this one on your tab!
You will settle this debt one way or another. Don't you dare pretend you forgot later!
I'm relieved to see you safe, Lady Orlan.
...Luck was on my side. It could've ended much worse.
So it would seem.
Once I've had a moment to recover, I'll prepare the report for the family immediately.
Please gather everything we'll need for the report, including the extent of the damage.
Certainly.
...Lady Orlan.
Do you have something further to say?
So... did the Falconet of Orlan make it through the storm?
Well, it would appear so.
...
You've grown into your role. Then I have nothing more to worry about.