"If you like it, it's even better, it's worth my effort."

"I'm not good at such flattery."

"So it's the street. However, whether it is forcing myself or needing the help of others, I hope that Sirona can be happy today. That's it. ”

"Is there any other reason besides Christmas?"

Shirona wondered if there was any other reason why she had gone so far besides wanting a Christmas date. Of course, the reason itself may be included, but I didn't expect that I would do so much with this alone.

“… Yes.

"And why?"

"The other day, when I was going to Kaminagi Town, Miss Aina said to me, "Take care of Hakuna. "I'm sure it's not easy to entrust someone to me who is important to me. So I'm glad to hear Miss Aina say that. "For example.

"You just discussed this with your grandmother."

"Yes. That's why I'm entrusted to someone who is important to me, I want to make that person happy, I want to make them smile. Maybe Sirona doesn't want anything special, but I can do it. "It's important to me to do my best to convey Sirona. Not just in words, but in deeds. That's why I came up with this date. ”

It just so happened that Christmas was a day off for both of us, but since I was free, I wanted to leave this day for Sirona only. Therefore, I asked Isana to cooperate with various things and made a date plan.

All because Shirona's family entrusted her to him. I want to tell Shirona myself that since she has been entrusted to her precious family, she is also important, as well as the huge debt she owes so far. Keim thinks Sirona will definitely say something like "don't worry" or "I've heard enough by now." That's why I didn't tell Shirona and secretly made a date plan.

"You've done so much, I totally understand your feelings."

"It's not enough, my feelings are not like this, I can't tell you at once, so I'll keep telling you that Sirona is the best."

"Hehe, I'm so happy, and I care about you, so I'll keep telling you that you're the best."

I hope that two people can convey their feelings to each other, and hope to be by each other's side for the rest of their lives.

At the same time, the food will be served. The non-alcoholic champagne was poured into champagne glasses and served in front of the two along with the appetizers.

"Do you want some?"

"Ahh

Sirona raised her glass and gently lifted it to Kem.

"It was a fun day. Thank you. ”

"It's great that you're happy."

"Cheers"

"Cheers"

The two gently put the champagne glasses together. A soft sound sounded softly, and the two slowly took a sip of champagne.

After eating the last dessert, Sirona put down her fork.

"Ah, it's delicious."

"Oh, that's right."

The set meal for the two of us was exquisite. It tasted and looked good, and the main course was different for both of us, so we could share and enjoy more.

"I found a nice store and I want to come back."

"Hope to come next time at lunchtime and have a good view of the sea."

"Okay, let's find a time next time."

Bai Nai, who promised to come again, drank the water and took a deep breath.

"After eating, let's go see the sea."

"No, wait"

Keim stops Sirona from leaving her seat. When Sirona turned her gaze to wonder what was going on, Kem pulled out a red-wrapped bag.

"Ugh"

"It's a gift."

"Really? Where are you hiding?! ”

"I left it in the store beforehand and waited for Sirona to leave her seat before bringing it to me."

"I didn't realize it"

Since they sat facing each other, Kem's lower body was hidden behind a desk and could not be seen. So even if you put it there, you won't notice, but I didn't expect you to do so much.

"I'm glad thank you."

"Today is a day of hospitality."

"Hehe, thank you for the escort. Hey, can I turn this on? ”

"Ahh

Sirona opens the seal of the bag and takes out the contents. Inside is a silencer with a gold and silver line pattern on a black background.

"Haven't you been wearing a dark stone collar a lot lately instead of a fur collar?

"I'm glad thank you!"

In fact, I sometimes get chills in my neck because of changing the necklace. Therefore, Kem's thoughtful gift is a double joy for Sirona.

"I'm really happy, I'll cherish it."

"You take care of yourself, then let's go."

Kem left his seat with the note. Shirona tries to stop Kaim, believing that she should at least pay for it.

"Oh wait, I'm going to pay"

"Hey, since you've come this far, please let me hold the bouquet to the end. I don't want you to feel this level of cold, be nice to me. ”

"But..."

Shirona didn't like it when she first got it. Although she already relies on Kem every day, it is not good for Sirona, who advocates equality, to give Kem here as well.

"Maybe Shirona said she didn't want to rely on her all the time, but I was as dependent on Shirona as she imagined, and I think I got a lot of things. I can't express my gratitude. What's more, I've come this far.

Kem said with a wry smile. In fact, this is Kem's stubbornness, or rather, bordering on selfishness. A small wish to keep you in good shape until the end.

Bai Nai, who felt this, also gave up obediently.

"I see. Please take care of me until the end. "

I don't like to be alone, but more importantly, I understand how Kem feels, and he wants me to stay the course because he's done so far. So Sirona chose to give up silently.

"But this time, I'll give you something in return, and I understand your feelings, so I hope you can understand my feelings too."

"Oh. I'm looking forward to that time. ”

Cam played with the note with his hand as he left the private room.

Seeing Cam's back, Sirona followed behind Cam with a slightly embarrassed smile.

ーー

The two of them walked while listening to the sound of the waves.

Leaving the restaurant, we arrived at the sea of Mio City. The two of us walked side by side on the beach. Shirona wears the scarf she received earlier.

"It's going to get cold at night."

"Ahh

Both were taking measures to keep out the cold, but the sea was still cold at night. Their cheeks were slightly red from the cold.

"The calm sound of the waves calmed me down."

"yes, I was born and raised in a small town by the sea, so I love the sound of the waves."

The southern city where Kem grew up also has an ocean, and he grew up loving the sound of the waves. Constant quiet sound. Just listening calmed me down.

"It's been three years?"

"Yes?"

"No, it's been almost three years since I came to Sinnoh."

"Yes, it's been almost four years since you took in my apprentice, it's still early."

"Time flies."

The days after becoming Sirona's apprentice passed quickly. I'm training and learning every day and I feel like I'm getting stronger and smarter little by little, and I'm happy.

What's more, being able to spend time with Shirona has changed my life. If Sirona hadn't invited me to be his assistant at the time, Kem wouldn't be here.

"Four years? It looks like a long time, but it's actually very short. ”

"I wonder if time will pass quickly from now on."

"Yes. I can't deny that. ”

As you get older, a year becomes less and less important in your life. Sirona thought, maybe that's why it feels like time is passing so quickly.

"In this world, our lives are just a blink of an eye. But how do we spend that blink of an eye, how do we live? ”

"The life ahead,?"

"Anxious?"

The vague future is unsettling for everyone. The same goes for Sirona. Will I continue to be a champion, or will I be able to leave my mark as a scholar? Sometimes I feel anxious. No wonder Kem is worried.

"No, I'm not worried anymore"

Surprisingly, however, Kem replied that he wasn't worried.

"I don't know what kind of time I'm going to have from now on. I'm sure I'm going to make a lot of mistakes, make a lot of mistakes. ”

"Why do you think so?"

"If Sirona had been with me, I'm sure I wouldn't have cared. As long as Shirona walks with me, I can live. ”

"Yes. Indeed it is. "

It's not bad to be alone. However, now that I know the joys and pains of walking together, as well as the sense of security, I can't walk alone anymore. Walking together can be difficult. However, the two already know the importance of sharing each other's burdens, including pain. That's why Kaim says the two of them can go any way, and Sirona sympathizes with it.

"I feel like if you're here forever, I can do anything."

"Haha, this guy is very reliable, it seems that it is worth supporting."

"It seems that your efforts have been worth it."

After speaking, the two looked at each other and smiled.

After laughing again, Sirona took out a blue bag from her bag and handed it to Kem.

"Keim"

"This..."

"Yes, it's a gift from me."

"Thank you very much."

The wrapped bag is not very large. Judging by what he received, Kem expected it to be clothes.

"When did you prepare?"

"I prepared it in advance, and I was going to give it to you at the restaurant, but I was so happy that I forgot about it."

Shirona said embarrassedly. She also had a gift for her, and she was so happy that she forgot that it existed, causing Kaim to laugh.

"Are you that happy?"

"Of course. I'm glad you did it for me. ”

"I'm glad I did. The preparation is worth it. Hey, can I turn this on? ”

"Okay"

When Cam opened the bag, it was a muffler. It's very similar to the one I gave to Sirona, but this one is a golden moon on a black background, which is a bit like a little black.

"Muffler.

"I'm also surprised, I didn't expect you to choose the same thing."

"Black style design, nice. I like it, thank you. ”

"It's okay, I've made you do so much, so much."

"Is that so?"

Sirona held out her hand to Kem, who answered the question.

"Lend it to me, I'll put it on."