After that, we had a tea party in the kotatsu, and then we were treated to dinner.
　We enjoyed Charlotte's cooking, which has been getting better and better lately, and chatted a bit more in the kotatsu. ...... By the time Miaha left. By the time Miaha left, the sun was well past its prime.

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.
I don't care. I've got to thank you for the kotatsu.

　Allen, who had come to see me off at the door, nodded humbly.
　He left the cleanup to Charlotte and the others and was the only one who came outside.

　There were no other houses in the area, and it was off the beaten path, so all I could hear was the sound of insects and the wind.
　Under the quiet night sky, Allen clears his throat.

The ...... Miaha. Can I ask you a few questions?
"Yes?　What is it?
Do you have a brother or sister?
...... What makes you say that?
When Charlotte told you about her sister, you were acting a little strange. When Charlotte told you about her sister, you seemed a little strange. I thought something might have happened to her.

　He furrowed his brow a little and said bluntly.
　His tone and expression were a little rough, but I could feel his painful concern.

I don't mind if it's difficult to answer. Just forget the question.
No, sir. It's nothing important.

　Miaha just shook her head slowly.
　It was a personal story that she had never told anyone before.
　But today, because it was him, she naturally felt compelled to talk about it.

Miaha is supposed to have a sister ......, a twin sister.
What do you mean, "should have"?
We were separated a long time ago. I don't know where she is now, and I don't even know if she's still alive. ......

　Miaha chuckled and scratched her cheek.

　She and her sister were born into a poor family and were sent to an orphanage shortly after birth.
　There, they were taken in by different families. ...... Since then, her connection with her sister has been cut off.
　A few years ago, she visited the house where her sister was taken, but she had long since moved away, and now there is not a single clue.
　However, Miaha has not given up hope of seeing her sister again.

She wants to save up a lot of money and go on a journey to find her sister. That is Miaha's ambition!
Is that why you're so dedicated to your work?

　Allen stroked his chin and growled in a faint voice.
　Allen stroked his chin and snorted faintly, then smiled mischievously and said.

"So you're willing to let Charlotte go? The bounty would have been worth it.
"What are you talking about, Demon Lord? What are you talking about, demon lord? Miaha won't be happy to find her sister with the money she got from doing bad things.
I see. That's the kind of guy you are.

　Allen smiled at her.
　Miaha's heart patted her chest a little bit in response to the fact that it just made sense.
　He didn't want to get any sympathy. But then he went on to say something that made her roll her eyes.

"Okay, then let me help you.
"What?
I've got some contacts at the Athena Academy of Magic. I'll see if I can't find a clue or two about your sister.
I'm sure you'll be glad to hear that, but is ...... okay?　You're really grasping at straws here.

　The world is a big place. There are more of them than humans, and we don't even know if they're still alive. It must be a different challenge for Flora to find a reincarnated friend.
　When Miaha said this, Allen shrugged his shoulders.

It's not much work. You're a familiar supplier. ......

　He breaks off, looks off into the distance, and continues in a whisper.

You're a friend of ......'s.
"............
"Hey, don't just shut up there. At least say something. Please.

　Allen grabbed Miaha by the shoulders and threatened her.
　In the end, it didn't end well.
　Miaha was puzzled by him, but ...... soon let out a puff.

I'm not sure what to make of that. I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.
"Hmm. That's none of your business. So what do you think? Do you want me to do it or not?
Yeah, yeah. I'll take your word for it. It's reassuring to have the Demon Lord as a friend!


"Huh, don't you think?

　Allen also smiled wryly.
　I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one who's a bit of a jerk. I'm sure you'll be pleased to hear that.

Can you tell me the name of your sister first? Let's start with a quick guess.
"Yes, sir. My sister's name is--

　Miaha was about to say a familiar name when...

You're here?
"Hmm?

　A crazy voice echoed from far away.
　He looked over and saw Glow running towards him, looking flustered.
　The serpent around his neck was also restlessly leaning on his sickle.

Glow?　What a strange time of day. What do you want from me?
No, I'm not here for you, I'm here for ...... the mail lady over there.
"Miaha, is it?

　She pointed to herself, and Glow nodded her head.
　She stopped in front of them and breathed on their shoulders as if she had finished her work.

I've been looking all over town for you. I'm glad I took a chance and came here. ......
I'm sorry to have bothered you with that, but can I help you with ......?
Yeah, big deal. See, we've been to three neighboring towns. We went to three neighboring towns to look for a customer who said he was at Flora's.
Huh. ...... What about it?

　Miaha nodded her head.
　You'll be able to find out more about this in the future.

I found a client who ...... looked exactly like you!
"............ What?
"And when I asked him about it, he said, 'Miaha is my estranged sister. Now she's come to Golden Land. Your sister has been looking for you for a long time.

　After saying this excitedly, Glow smiled with satisfaction.

"Well, such coincidences do happen, don't they? Flora's hobby business can be useful sometimes. ...... What's up, girl?
".............
............ Yeah, well, what the heck.

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea, but it's a good idea.
　He says with an exquisite expression of awkwardness and congratulation.

It's good to see you again, isn't it?
"It's not quite what I was expecting!

　And so the sisters were reunited in Flora's store.
　After that, her sister Maia also settled down in this city. ...... The two were often seen drinking together.