บท 117: Tsunami [3]

"If you have time to complain, just run faster."

"Arai!"

Tadak! Tadak! Tadak!

Maybe it was because of Shuguri's annoyance, but it was becoming easier to concentrate. No, it's probably because I've gotten used to the beast's heart over time.

Now it was even possible to predict where the stepping stones would come up. I jumped ahead and ran over the rock before it could break through the water.

Then it felt like I was racing on water.

"Your Excellency, the Governor has performed another miracle..."

Swaaa...

People's voices of surprise were heard, but they were soon buried in the heavy rain.

This was because it was now quite far from the city. As a result, the storm grew stronger. It seemed like I would probably meet my counterpart soon.

But it was at that very moment when I was about to step on the stepping stones.

"Huh?"

As soon as I heard Shuguri's embarrassed voice, I felt a sense of emptiness.