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Eagles yearn for the sky, lone wolves yearn for the plains, and once upon a time, we, in our youth, also yearned for the outside world.

"Father, I want to go outside and have a look around!"

The girl who once only dared to hide behind herself now has the courage to go out and explore.

Saying goodbye is the first lesson of growth, and now, Seele is going through this lesson that everyone has experienced.

“You’re fifteen years old, Seele.”

Father Pucci sighed and gently stroked Seele's head.

Shel blushed and did not slap away Father Pucci's hand as others did when they touched her head.

"Have you decided where to go?"

"Of course, I want to visit China. When Sister Hua is resting, she tells me about the beautiful landscapes and anecdotes of famous people in China."

"I want to see it with my own eyes!"

"Do you need me to send someone to accompany you?"

Seele shook her head and said firmly, "Everyone has their own things to do, and I don't want to trouble them."

"Yeah."

As the priest spoke, he took out a crucifix and handed it to Seele.

"Take this, Seele. When you encounter difficulties, pray to the gods."

Seele took the cross and stared at it for a long time.

"Father, will God really protect us?"

"of course."

The priest nodded and added, "I don't ask you to believe in God, Seele. Just consider the cross as me accompanying you."

"When your prayers to the gods don't work, ask me for help."

"I will definitely respond to you."

After hearing this, Seele held the cross in both hands and smiled happily.

"Ok!"

......

"Xier, remember to let me know you're safe over there."

"Uh-huh."

"Remember to wear more clothes when it gets cold, don't catch a cold."

"Uh-huh."

"Be careful of bad people when you're out. Girls must protect themselves when they're out."

"Uh-huh."

"besides......"

Before leaving, Aponia gave Seele some instructions.

The thoughtful words didn't make Seele feel annoyed; instead, they warmed her heart.

"I won't say any more, Seele. You must take good care of yourself."

"I understand, thank you, Aponia."

Others also sent their blessings to Seele.

"Well then, goodbye everyone! I'll miss you all!"

Seele boarded the plane and turned back to wave to everyone.

The others waved back at Seele.

After the plane departed, everyone returned to the sanatorium.

Father Pucci returned to the sanatorium and began packing his things.

"Are you leaving, Father?" Aponia's voice came from behind.

"Don't you know Seele's fate, Aponia?"

After a moment of silence, Aponia clasped her hands together and spoke to Father Pucci.

"Please bring Seele back safely, Father."

"Of course I will."

"...I thought you were going to ask me why I agreed to let Seele go out," the priest said to Aponia after packing his things.

"You possess the power to change your destiny, and you must have a deeper meaning in doing this."

Father Pucci smiled and shook his head.

"There's no deeper meaning to it, it's just self-confidence."

"Confidence in myself, confidence in Seele."

......

[It has been some time since the Fifth Herrscher died. You know that Seele will be chosen to become the Sixth Herrscher—the Herrscher of Death.]

You didn't want to stifle Seele's desire to go out and see the world, so you granted her request.

Afterwards, you travel to Shenzhou, and to be on the safe side, you take Kenzo, the owner of "Dragon's Dream," with you.

"Wow, the environment in China is really nice, perfect for an old man like me."

"We are now like moths drawn to a flame; let's not do anything out of line."

“I know, Father.”

Father Pucci nodded, watching Seele not far away taking pictures of the new and interesting things she saw.

Then, Seele took out her phone, and a moment later, she felt a vibration coming from her wallet. Father Pucci took out his phone.

Seele: Father, Father, what a high mountain! ?(????)?

Below the text are photos that Seele just took.

Father Pucci smiled and typed a reply.

"Oh, I wish I had such a lovely granddaughter," Kenzo exclaimed.

"Hehe, do more good deeds, and maybe you'll have such good fortune in your next life."

"Oh well, let's forget about it then."

Father Pucci shook his head upon hearing Kenzo's reply.

"Seele is leaving, let's go after her."

"Yes, Father."