Hi, I’m the Hero’s Father ～I’m Sorry For All The Trouble My Foolish Son Has Caused You～ - Chapter 108

Chapter 108   The Hero’s Father Sends Her Off

“I-I’m glad, Mion-chan.”

“Yes. I thought ghosts were all scary things, but I never expected to feel this happy…”

Back in the guest room, Mion showed a face of pure bliss like never before. It was a joyful sight, but after hearing Croix’s explanation, it was hard to celebrate fully. In fact, she almost regretted using the “Chaos Vision” spell.

Wiel looked at Croix with a troubled expression, but Croix merely sipped his tea and shrugged his shoulders. It seemed like he was staying out of this issue.

Given that, Wiel decided not to probe further.

However, if they continued to talk about the ghosts, Mion’s lingering feelings might only grow stronger.

To shift the topic, Wiel clapped her hands exaggeratedly and said, “Oh, by the way, this inn has an amusement park-like facility. It’s meant to comfort those who didn’t have such experiences in their previous lives. How about it? Would you like to check it out?”

“Thank you for your consideration. But it’s alright. We’re planning to go with everyone tomorrow.”

“I-I see.”

Quick. Very quick. Already planning for tomorrow.

Croix, who had been listening, beckoned Mion over with a gesture.

Mion tilted her head and sat properly in front of Croix.

“Oh, there’s no need to be so formal.”

“Y-Yes.”

Even as she replied, Mion didn’t change her posture. Croix folded his arms and closed his eyes slightly.

To Wiel, it looked like a parent scolding their child. It reminded her of the old Alka and made her smirk a little.

“Mion-chan, are you happy to see everyone?”

“Y-Yes! I’m really, really happy…!”

“I see. …Then, enjoy your time here. We’ll be leaving in a week.”

“A-A week…”

Mion looked around and counted on her fingers as she thought about something.

After several minutes of deep thought, Mion stood up, opened the sliding door, and went outside.

“I-I’m going to talk more with everyone! One week isn’t nearly enough time…!”

“Yes. During your stay here, there will be no training. You’re free to do as you wish.”

“Thank you very much!”

Like a bird flying low, Mion dashed down the hallway at high speed.

Although Wiel wanted to tell her not to run in the hallway because it was dangerous, it was already too late, and Mion was nowhere to be seen.

Wiel sighed softly and then sat facing Croix, with an annoyed expression, and cupped her cheeks with her hands.

“Is it alright? If we stay here for a week, Mion-chan might end up wanting to stay here permanently.”

“What are you saying?”

“I don’t understand what you’re saying. Please speak clearly.”

“Please speak clearly.”

Croix gently took Wiel’s hands and moved them away from his cheeks.

Since there aren’t many opportunities to touch his face, Wiel wanted to enjoy it more.

To hide her feelings, Wiel rubbed her head against Croix’s chest.

“Are you drunk?”

“That little wouldn’t make me drunk.”

“Seems like three barrels were emptied.”

“Don’t try to cover it up.”

“Is this my fault?”

Croix chuckled a little and patted Wiel’s head.

Although Wiel was slightly angry, being patted by Croix made her heart leap a little. She thought to herself that she was quite simple.

However, it was also true that she felt a bit jealous since Croix hadn’t patted her as he had Mion recently.

While stroking Wiel’s head, Croix said, “It’s going to be alright.”

“Mion-chan will definitely be fine. She won’t be trapped here.”

“How can you be so sure?”

“I can’t explain it well, but… well, just trust my intuition.”

“What’s that supposed to mean…”

But it’s a fact that Croix’s intuition is accurate.

Perhaps it’s a kind of primal intuition. In any case, Croix’s instincts about these matters are exceptional.

If Croix says it will be alright, there’s no choice but to trust him.

“If you say so, then I’ll trust you and wait.”

“That’s for the best. It’s a rare chance for a break without training. We should also take it easy and relax.”

“Yes. Mion-chan will probably stay with everyone for a while too.”

Then… Wiel realized something.

Mion was gone. That meant it was just the two of them.

Fueled by the momentum of the alcohol—though Wiel had been deliberately suppressing her desires—the limiter was suddenly breached.

“You.”

“Hmm? …Yeah, we should enjoy ourselves too.”

Croix’s large hand slowly reached out to Wiel’s yukata… and then…