After Baron was gone, his sons took a more active role in village life, their presence a source of curiosity and conversation among the villagers, even until now.
Takeuchi often sees the Baron's son walking through the streets, acknowledging the respectful bows of the villagers with a kind nod.
He seems genuinely kind to Takeuchi, but there's always a lingering uncertainty—who could honestly know his heart?
The day was bright and clear, with the sun casting a warm glow over the village. The muddy streets were bustling with activity as villagers continued their daily routines.
One day passed after they managed to take the test, and in a week, the visitor's group was more active than they had ever been in working on the wheat field.
Of course, Grandpa Nikolai and Granny Hannah gestured for them that they wouldn't pay them for this week.
Because they knew they would leave them behind, Yoshihama, as their representative, just showed them a warm smile and nodded.