According to the man’s story, I learned that there was another continent in this world.
“That’s right, thank you everyone for everything. For coming this far with me. I will search for my own way back here. So I want everyone to return slowly on a safe path.”
At my words, everyone looked at each other. Sharin spoke first.
“Hmm… that’s right. Unfortunately, we can no longer handle anything beyond this.”
The Unicorn Man chimed in, agreeing.
“You are brave. But you are young and all girls. It’s a miracle that you’ve all been safe so far. You mustn’t waste your lives in a place like this; there are many more enjoyable things to experience. From here on, enemies will not go easy on you just because you are girls.”
He was right. Besides, everyone has a family. They must be worried. The matter of Another World should be left to the people of that world. It’s not something we should meddle in.
“Indeed, we have done well. But we are still immature. Until now, we have managed with help, but from now on, there are no guarantees.”
“Haa, that’s true. My parents must be worried too, so I should probably go back.”
Philiana and Nina agreed. Piyo had also matured considerably on this journey. She would likely be able to get by on her own even if she returned to the village now. Elana nodded.
“I had a fun adventure too. I learned a lot of things. I think the Queen will be able to enjoy herself for a while now.”
“Yeah, and I won’t have to deal with that vomiting hag anymore.”
Cecilia looked towards Karubene, who had arrived late.
“Thank you, Veronica, you were a great help. If it wasn’t for you, we might be dead by now.”
“Yeah, well, I’m glad it worked out. I might stay here too, it seems like a nice place to live.”
It’s good to have acquaintances nearby. Regardless, I’m glad everyone is safe and we could say our goodbyes. I thought we might die separately at one point, but we managed to gather everyone. I must be grateful to everyone who has helped me so far.
“Well then, for the time being, let’s toast to everyone’s safety…”
“I don’t want to end it here!!”
Everyone turned to Pauline at the sudden voice.
“I, I’m the most useless in this team, always holding everyone back. But I don’t want to give up! I don’t want to give up on adventure just because I’m a girl and weak! Until now, I’ve always thought of myself as insignificant. But for the first time, I felt like I wanted to do something for someone.”
“Even so… Veronica, you’ve come this far too.”
Pauline turned her body and faced Veronica.
“Please, continue to travel with me. I know it’s selfish, so it’s fine if you refuse. Everyone else too, but this is my opinion!”
Everyone else sighed as she bowed her head. Veronica also looked like she was saying, “Oh well.”
“Is that so? I don’t really mind. I’m bored anyway, but what about you guys?”
“Fufufu, Pauline-chan said what everyone was hesitant to say.”
Starting with Philiana, Nina also burst into laughter.
“Ahaha, that’s true. I wanted to say it too, but I held back. You’ve really gained some courage, haven’t you? Fine by me, I’m in.”
Actually, I also had some lingering feelings. We were both too considerate of each other to say it. If they told us there was another world, of course we’d want to see it. The atmosphere became somewhat strange, and we all ended up laughing together.
