・─ Ayla's POV
When I awoke, I realized that they were not by my side, and it filled me with fear. I hastily rose from my bed and left the room.
"Princess, where are you going?"
One of the knights inquired, who was guarding the double doors.
I disregarded their query, and hurriedly made my way to the living room, as I had heard that they often frequented that area.
Upon entering the living room, I found only my grandparents, uncle, and aunt engaged in conversation, when I entered, they looked at me.
"S-Sen? ...You just woke up, you should sleep more because it's already night, and what are you doing here?"
As they laid eyes upon me, my aunt was worried and approached and lifted me into her arms.
"Could it be that you are searching for your parents?" she asked, detecting my longing and I nodded in affirmation.
"Sen, don't be scared, and they will soon return."
"Sen, I am delighted to witness the restoration of your vision," remarked Savio and Fort, sporting smiles.
I noticed my Aunt held a small crystal stone in their grasp, "...Sen, I have already sent a telepathic message; they are presently at the castle gate and will soon arrive here."
"Hmhm," I responded with a murmured acknowledgment, and Aunt tenderly kissed my forehead.
"Butler, would you kindly acquire some milk for her?" Aurelia requested.
"It is truly remarkable that she has been cured, the founder of Apex are quite distinct, and she even discovered something unexpected within the list of forbidden magic. I am indebted to her for healing my granddaughter," Marc exclaimed joyfully.
"My dear, I share the same sentiment," replied Aurelia tenderly.
As they conversed, the milk was given to me.
"Sen!" someone called out to me while I was drinking, It was my mother, and I felt a sense of happiness.
"Mother─" I turned around and they approaching me, but it caused a feeling of disappointment within me as I saw my her carrying someone.
"Did you sleep well?"
"Mh," I nodded when Mom asked while smiling and then kissing me on the forehead.
Asen handed me over to her, and Savio engaged in conversation with his wife, who was with them.
"Yes, mom. I slept well."
I replied with a smile, but my eyes fixed on her while she conversed with the butler, '...Who is she?'
"Sen, I will return," my mother said, holding the girl.
I nodded, and Asen accompanied her.
I patiently waited for hours as they spoke about the place and the day's occurrences.
Upon their return, she approached us, holding a glass of water, and graciously handed it to Sena, planting a gentle kiss on my forehead.
"Rin, I am grateful for your kindness."
"You're welcome. Allow me to stow away your sword first," while engaged in conversation, Rin's gaze fell upon me, amidst the chatter of the others.
"...Sen, are you feeling unwell? You appear rather melancholic," I nodded in response, yearning to reveal her true identity yet unable to do so.
She embraced me tenderly, while Sena took a sip of water.
"...Perhaps the link through our blood has caused her sickness. Rin, I'll heal her," she said, and promptly attended to me after Mom had finished drinking.
... ....I am overwhelmed by their love, why must I burden myself with needless thoughts?
"I am now well, mom. Thank you."
"I am relieved."
"I learned from Asen that you have been searching for us. Sen, we'll not forsake you, and we humbly apologize," Rin expressed while gazing at me, cradling me in her arms. I nodded in acknowledgment.
"Our Sen is such an adorable child," mom remarked, her smile beaming and her hand caressing my hair.
"Sena, I agreed," they chuckled together and they proceeded to discuss my eye, and upon the summons of my grandparents, joined them on the couch.
They commenced their conversation, while I assumed the role of a passive listener despite my lack of comprehension.
Moreover, I overheard the mention of the girl they had extended assistance to.
I beseeched my mother for permission to witness her presence and inquired about her identity.
She obliged by providing all relevant details, prompting further conversation between us.
Upon reaching the designated room, she bid me farewell with the promise of returning later.
I engaged in observing her for a brief duration, I concluded my consumption of milk.
"..........."
I gaze upon her peaceful slumber, and I pondered her significance.
"Why my mother is caring for her? ...she was just another stranger and who could she be?"
『My name is Ithia』The voice, possessing a clear resonance, reverberated within my mind.
"HA! AAAAAAHHHHHHH!"
I was stricken with shock and trepidation, I emitted a piercing scream.
""Princess, what's happening?!!""
The two knights stationed outside rushed into the room, alarmed by my sudden outburst.
『This is a telepathy, and you're next to me』
It was magic?
I was startled by an unexpected magic proclamation!
"... ...N-N-Nothing. I-I am attributing the scream to v-vocal practice, aha-ha-ha-ha."
I feeble attempted to fabricate a feeble excuse, they were relieved by the explanation, and they sighed audibly before leaving the room.
・─ Ithia's POV
I awoke to find myself incapacitated while the maids were in the process of changing my garments.
An hour later, someone entered the room.
"Mother, she appears to be very attractive."
This exchange has left me feeling somewhat embarrassed, although I am grateful for the resemblance I bear to my mother.
"I-I see."
...The monotonous voice, she's the woman who helped me.
I am eager to express my gratitude but my ability to speak is currently impaired, I guess, I am resigned to patiently awaiting an opportunity to convey my thanks.
The woman's daughter requested permission to sit on the nearby couch and left, promising to return.
To my delight, she covered me with a blanket before leaving the room.
Creak
Once I heard the sound of the door closing, I realized that we were alone in the room.
I could sense her aura flowing beside me, as if she were observing me closely, and she was talking to me.
".....Who could she be?"
...Could it be that she is experiencing feelings of jealousy? It is quite endearing.
Out of the blue, I introduced myself through telepathy, she was startled, and she let out a scream, prompting me to explain that I had communicated with her telepathically.
This unexpected encounter led a knight to enter the room in a state of alarm, and she quickly made excuses. Once again, we found ourselves alone in the room, both of us maintaining a silence.
"...I-I apologize for raising my voice. It was my first encounter with telepathy and I was simply intrigued by it due to my heightened aura flow. ...My name is Ayla sen, pleased to make your acquaintance."
『Yes, nice to meet you』
"Are you unable to speak or move?"
『I have attained immortality, and this is a consequence of that. I must await the recovery of my body. By the way, would you like me to teach you how to send telepathy?』
"Really? Sensei! please instruct me!"
『J-Just 'teacher' is sufficient, as it makes me feel embarrassed. ...Just focus on controlling your aura flow as if it were a mere muscle, and direct your attention towards me to fixate on my mana and you will experience a sensation akin to piercing through your aura flow, allowing you to transmit telepathic messages』
"O-Okay teacher...."
『... ....H-Hello』
『You did it』
"Yay! I am overjoyed! I have successfully accomplished it! It is truly astounding!" She exclaimed with immense happiness.
『I am glad. ...may I inquire as to why you appeared sad earlier?』
『Um... because my mother was holding you』
『I see』I knew it, she was really jealous.
『...I was blind at first and my parents left me due to my perceived uselessness. During that time, I was in a darkness while being aware of the happiness of others, and I wanted to feel it too, that's why I trained hard to feel my surroundings while using my capability until I used to it, but something seemed to be missing, then she came, she was the person I deeply care for, the one who first to embrace and rescue me, it was her. Rin von Avila Craig-Ueno, with her partner from the North, they completely saved me. ...I'm so happy that they are my parents now and I really love them』
『Ayla, It is inevitable and beyond one's control, there are some people who make choices based on their desires』
『...Really? Then just like in my previous organization, they fight the quiet people, because there is something similar to what they want as they want to get it by force』
『You have been part of an organization?』
『Yes, when I was blind. I obey the works until it lasts. ...they were bad people』
『I understand, when I get better tell me about the organization, okay? All the details because there may be some similarities, and timingly, for example just like our body made by the God』
『Yes! I'll wait for you Ithia』
...So cute. I wonder what does her smile looks like?
『What was your first capability?』
『It was a summoner, how about you?』
『There are many, but what I don't have is divination』
『What a strong』
『Ayla, I'm not strong. ...I lost and this is the reason why my situation is like this, the founder of akrasia possesses great power』
『...Don't worry Ithia, everything is just beginning. ...anyway how are your parents doing?』
S-So adorable.
『...My mother has passed away and my father is neglecting me』
『I apologize for bringing up such a sensitive topic』
『That's alright, would it be alright if we continue talking for a while?』
"Just both of us! Certainly!" she exclaimedly happily.
・─ Ayla's POV
When I awoke, I realized that they were not by my side, and it filled me with fear. I hastily rose from my bed and left the room.
"Princess, where are you going?"
One of the knights inquired, who was guarding the double doors.
I disregarded their query, and hurriedly made my way to the living room, as I had heard that they often frequented that area.
Upon entering the living room, I found only my grandparents, uncle, and aunt engaged in conversation, when I entered, they looked at me.
"S-Sen? ...You just woke up, you should sleep more because it's already night, and what are you doing here?"
As they laid eyes upon me, my aunt was worried and approached and lifted me into her arms.
"Could it be that you are searching for your parents?" she asked, detecting my longing and I nodded in affirmation.
"Sen, don't be scared, and they will soon return."
"Sen, I am delighted to witness the restoration of your vision," remarked Savio and Fort, sporting smiles.
I noticed my Aunt held a small crystal stone in their grasp, "...Sen, I have already sent a telepathic message; they are presently at the castle gate and will soon arrive here."
"Hmhm," I responded with a murmured acknowledgment, and Aunt tenderly kissed my forehead.
"Butler, would you kindly acquire some milk for her?" Aurelia requested.
"It is truly remarkable that she has been cured, the founder of Apex are quite distinct, and she even discovered something unexpected within the list of forbidden magic. I am indebted to her for healing my granddaughter," Marc exclaimed joyfully.
"My dear, I share the same sentiment," replied Aurelia tenderly.
As they conversed, the milk was given to me.
"Sen!" someone called out to me while I was drinking, It was my mother, and I felt a sense of happiness.
"Mother─" I turned around and they approaching me, but it caused a feeling of disappointment within me as I saw my her carrying someone.
"Did you sleep well?"
"Mh," I nodded when Mom asked while smiling and then kissing me on the forehead.
Asen handed me over to her, and Savio engaged in conversation with his wife, who was with them.
"Yes, mom. I slept well."
I replied with a smile, but my eyes fixed on her while she conversed with the butler, '...Who is she?'
"Sen, I will return," my mother said, holding the girl.
I nodded, and Asen accompanied her.
I patiently waited for hours as they spoke about the place and the day's occurrences.
Upon their return, she approached us, holding a glass of water, and graciously handed it to Sena, planting a gentle kiss on my forehead.
"Rin, I am grateful for your kindness."
"You're welcome. Allow me to stow away your sword first," while engaged in conversation, Rin's gaze fell upon me, amidst the chatter of the others.
"...Sen, are you feeling unwell? You appear rather melancholic," I nodded in response, yearning to reveal her true identity yet unable to do so.
She embraced me tenderly, while Sena took a sip of water.
"...Perhaps the link through our blood has caused her sickness. Rin, I'll heal her," she said, and promptly attended to me after Mom had finished drinking.
... ....I am overwhelmed by their love, why must I burden myself with needless thoughts?
"I am now well, mom. Thank you."
"I am relieved."
"I learned from Asen that you have been searching for us. Sen, we'll not forsake you, and we humbly apologize," Rin expressed while gazing at me, cradling me in her arms. I nodded in acknowledgment.
"Our Sen is such an adorable child," mom remarked, her smile beaming and her hand caressing my hair.
"Sena, I agreed," they chuckled together and they proceeded to discuss my eye, and upon the summons of my grandparents, joined them on the couch.
They commenced their conversation, while I assumed the role of a passive listener despite my lack of comprehension.
Moreover, I overheard the mention of the girl they had extended assistance to.
I beseeched my mother for permission to witness her presence and inquired about her identity.
She obliged by providing all relevant details, prompting further conversation between us.
Upon reaching the designated room, she bid me farewell with the promise of returning later.
I engaged in observing her for a brief duration, I concluded my consumption of milk.
"..........."
I gaze upon her peaceful slumber, and I pondered her significance.
"Why my mother is caring for her? ...she was just another stranger and who could she be?"
『My name is Ithia』The voice, possessing a clear resonance, reverberated within my mind.
"HA! AAAAAAHHHHHHH!"
I was stricken with shock and trepidation, I emitted a piercing scream.
""Princess, what's happening?!!""
The two knights stationed outside rushed into the room, alarmed by my sudden outburst.
『This is a telepathy, and you're next to me』
It was magic?
I was startled by an unexpected magic proclamation!
"... ...N-N-Nothing. I-I am attributing the scream to v-vocal practice, aha-ha-ha-ha."
I feeble attempted to fabricate a feeble excuse, they were relieved by the explanation, and they sighed audibly before leaving the room.
・─ Ithia's POV
I awoke to find myself incapacitated while the maids were in the process of changing my garments.
An hour later, someone entered the room.
"Mother, she appears to be very attractive."
This exchange has left me feeling somewhat embarrassed, although I am grateful for the resemblance I bear to my mother.
"I-I see."
...The monotonous voice, she's the woman who helped me.
I am eager to express my gratitude but my ability to speak is currently impaired, I guess, I am resigned to patiently awaiting an opportunity to convey my thanks.
The woman's daughter requested permission to sit on the nearby couch and left, promising to return.
To my delight, she covered me with a blanket before leaving the room.
Creak
Once I heard the sound of the door closing, I realized that we were alone in the room.
I could sense her aura flowing beside me, as if she were observing me closely, and she was talking to me.
".....Who could she be?"
...Could it be that she is experiencing feelings of jealousy? It is quite endearing.
Out of the blue, I introduced myself through telepathy, she was startled, and she let out a scream, prompting me to explain that I had communicated with her telepathically.
This unexpected encounter led a knight to enter the room in a state of alarm, and she quickly made excuses. Once again, we found ourselves alone in the room, both of us maintaining a silence.
"...I-I apologize for raising my voice. It was my first encounter with telepathy and I was simply intrigued by it due to my heightened aura flow. ...My name is Ayla sen, pleased to make your acquaintance."
『Yes, nice to meet you』
"Are you unable to speak or move?"
『I have attained immortality, and this is a consequence of that. I must await the recovery of my body. By the way, would you like me to teach you how to send telepathy?』
"Really? Sensei! please instruct me!"
『J-Just 'teacher' is sufficient, as it makes me feel embarrassed. ...Just focus on controlling your aura flow as if it were a mere muscle, and direct your attention towards me to fixate on my mana and you will experience a sensation akin to piercing through your aura flow, allowing you to transmit telepathic messages』
"O-Okay teacher...."
『... ....H-Hello』
『You did it』
"Yay! I am overjoyed! I have successfully accomplished it! It is truly astounding!" She exclaimed with immense happiness.
『I am glad. ...may I inquire as to why you appeared sad earlier?』
『Um... because my mother was holding you』
『I see』I knew it, she was really jealous.
『...I was blind at first and my parents left me due to my perceived uselessness. During that time, I was in a darkness while being aware of the happiness of others, and I wanted to feel it too, that's why I trained hard to feel my surroundings while using my capability until I used to it, but something seemed to be missing, then she came, she was the person I deeply care for, the one who first to embrace and rescue me, it was her. Rin von Avila Craig-Ueno, with her partner from the North, they completely saved me. ...I'm so happy that they are my parents now and I really love them』
『Ayla, It is inevitable and beyond one's control, there are some people who make choices based on their desires』
『...Really? Then just like in my previous organization, they fight the quiet people, because there is something similar to what they want as they want to get it by force』
『You have been part of an organization?』
『Yes, when I was blind. I obey the works until it lasts. ...they were bad people』
『I understand, when I get better tell me about the organization, okay? All the details because there may be some similarities, and timingly, for example just like our body made by the God』
『Yes! I'll wait for you Ithia』
...So cute. I wonder what does her smile looks like?
『What was your first capability?』
『It was a summoner, how about you?』
『There are many, but what I don't have is divination』
『What a strong』
『Ayla, I'm not strong. ...I lost and this is the reason why my situation is like this, the founder of akrasia possesses great power』
『...Don't worry Ithia, everything is just beginning. ...anyway how are your parents doing?』
S-So adorable.
『...My mother has passed away and my father is neglecting me』
『I apologize for bringing up such a sensitive topic』
『That's alright, would it be alright if we continue talking for a while?』
"Just both of us! Certainly!" she exclaimedly happily.
