Volume 5 Chapter 18 Yuuri Sets Out on a Journey (II)
──Seirei's Perspective──
"...I'm nervous."
Seirei was looking at the town of Hokurin from the window of the carriage.
The procession had already set off.
Right now, they were heading toward the west gate of the town.
Many people had gathered on the main street of the town.
They probably came to see the procession that Ryougen-kun prepared.
I can understand that.
If I were in the position to see them off, I would be among the crowd too.
In the center of the procession, there were 3 carriages.
They were box-shaped carriages with roofs.
You couldn't tell from the outside who was inside.
People waved and shouted at the carriage that Seirei and the others were in.
It felt strangely embarrassing, so Seirei looked away from the window.
The 3 carriages were prepared to hide where Yuuri was.
Right now, the ladies-in-waiting were in the front carriage, and Seirei and the others were in the central carriage.
Yuuri was in the very back carriage.
The number of guards protecting each carriage was the same.
However, the guard for the very back carriage was the martial artist Raikou.
To avoid being recognized from the others, she wore a helmet and armor.
She would protect Yuuri.
If the carriage was attacked, she could carry Yuuri and escape.
I have heard that she still hasn't completely healed, but even so, there's no one who can beat Raikou.
Touri was riding in Yuuri's carriage.
She would also help Yuuri if necessary.
"...As long as nothing happens, it would be great."
"Nyaa."
While murmuring that, Seirei lifted up the white cat.
"Thank you for your scouting. Did you find any suspicious people?"
"Nyan nyan nyan."
The white cat nodded, as if to say 'it's okay.'
This carriage had both a floor and a door.
It was meant for escaping in case of an attack.
It had a special mechanism, so it could only be opened from the inside.
Seirei had permission to use that door as a passage for the animals.
"Just in case, please show me what you have seen."
Seirei presses her forehead against the cat's head.
When she closes her eyes──the scenes the cat has seen appear behind her eyelids.
This was an ability learned from the Legendary Secret Teaching called 'Heaven-Earth Guidance Technique.'
Seirei can call animals and talk with them.
That ability was further strengthened by the 'Heaven-Earth Guidance Technique' from the Legendary Secret Teaching.
Seirei and the others were able to share vision and memories with the animals.
So now, behind Seirei's eyelids, the scenes that the cat has seen are reflected.
No one is trying to approach the carriage.
There are no swords or weapons drawn, nor anyone preparing to fight.
As he read deeper into the memory──suddenly, there was someone holding up a white cat.
The cat does not resist.
Instead, it purrs as if feeling safe.
This hand's touch──
'Is this child... Seirei's cat?'
(...after all, it's my brother)
The one holding the cat was Tenhou.
He wore a cloak and carried a load on his back.
It was his appearance before leaving for a journey.
Behind him was Gen Shuuyoku as well.
Next to Tenhou was Sou Ouka.
Even though he was leaning closely against Tenhou, Seirei couldn't do anything at the moment.
Pouting his cheeks a little, Seirei focused his mind on the memory of the white cat.
'Please send a message to Seirei.'
Tenhou spoke to the white cat at a distance so close it made Seirei blush.
'We are also going to leave. Remember this form of ours disguised as traveling merchants...'
'Let's work together. Tenhou's younger sister.'
'Please give my regards to the senior apprentice. I think it will be fine since Touri is with you, but don't overdo it.'
(...Yes. Brother)
Seirei whispered while still pressing his forehead against the kitten.
I was happy that Tenhou noticed the kitten.
Even though we are apart, I am glad that he tries to communicate with Seirei.
(If my big brother is watching me... I can try my best no matter what.)
I will fulfill my role.
For Yuuri.
Above all, for Tenhou.
While thinking about such things, Seirei placed the white cat on his lap.
"Please scout again later."
"Nyaa."
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