The Rizel Armory doesn't stock the Shroud of Light necklace, nor do they have any craftsmen skilled enough to make it to order.

　There is only one person I can think of in this city who has the skill to make it - the owner of the Rizel Armory, the elven armorer Rizel, said so.

　After hearing the story, Brett and the others left the store and began to walk through the city to get to the craftsman.

　Uru followed them and went after them.

　In front of him, Rio, Iris, and Maifa were standing around Brett, chatting happily.

You can't really move forward, can you? What do you call these things? Dodo bird?

What Rio is trying to say is that we're going in circles. But I don't think it's the same thing, because we're not going around the same place.

......, but I can see why you would want to say that. ...... I feel like I'm being led around in circles here and there.

You know, ....... I'm sure you'll agree that it's a great idea to have a little more time to think about it. If you think you can solve everything quickly and easily, you are mistaken.

I get it. ....... I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it'll be fine.　It's like you're an old man.

"What ...... are you talking about ......?

　The other three laughed happily when they saw Brett's despairing expression.

　Uru was watching behind him and thought it was nice.
　He wished he had a place where he could laugh with someone like that, like a family.

　But that's too much to hope for.
　Brett, Rio, and the other three are lending a hand to me without complaining, even though I had no connection to them.

　Even though it's of no benefit to them.
　They shine like the sun and share their light and warmth with Uru as if it were natural.

　So we should be grateful.
　Ulu bowed to the four of them again.

Thank you all so much for helping me. But if it's too much trouble, we can end it here. We've got enough clues already, even if it's just us...

　Uru couldn't help but feel bad about bothering the four of them any longer.

　Since this was his own problem, he really had to do everything himself.

　I had to look it up patiently in the library, and when I found the means, I had to figure out how to get it, and then take action to get it.
　That's something I could have done on my own.

　But I've been relying almost entirely on Brett to do it for me.
　I have nothing but gratitude.

　That teacher Brett is truly amazing.
　I feel as if he can do anything.

　If he's that great, he probably doesn't have to worry about anything like I do...

　As Uru was thinking this, Brett walked over to her.

　He patted Ur's head with his big, gentle hand.

Uru is being a little too cautious. A child should not be too reserved. I'm not Meifa, but you can be a little more brazen.

"No, I can't do that. ......!　I'm still too sorry.

　When Uru hurriedly replied, Brett laughed and patted Uru's head again.

　It feels so good that Uru is aware that her cheeks are probably turning red.

　Rio and his friends are nice. .......
　I'm sure you'll be happy to know that there's always a nice adult around.

　I'm sure you'll be able to figure out how to get the best out of it.

　After a while, she followed Brett through the city and eventually came to a house in a quiet residential area on the outskirts of town.

　By the door of the house hung a wooden sign that read "Galdon Armory.

　At first glance, it didn't look like it at all, but it seemed to be a store selling weapons and armor for the brave.

　Brett opened the door of the store and walked in.
　Uru followed him in.

Oh, there you are, kid. Come to buy my armor?

　Inside the cramped store was a dwarf.

　The store was crammed with weapons and armor.

　However, the store was simple and rude, not unlike the glamour of the Lisel Armory.

　Brett, on the other hand, turns to the dwarf.

No, I'm sorry, Mr. Galdon. I'm sorry, Mr. Galdon, but there's something else going on today.

"Another matter?　What is it? Tell me.

　Brett then tells the dwarf how he came to be here.

He said that he was looking for an item called the Shroud of Light, and that the owner of the Liselle Armory had referred him to this store.

　Finally, Brett added.

Liselle said that if there was a craftsman in Ravilton who had the metalworking skills to make the Shroud of Light, it would be Galdon.

　The dwarf rolls his eyes when he hears that.
　The dwarf rolled his eyes.

The dwarf rolled his eyes. But alas, she's buying it. I'm confident in my metalworking skills, but I'm not interested in any kind of armor. I don't even know how to make this "necklace of shading". If you look it up in the library, you might be able to make it, but I can't guarantee it.

"If you want to know how to make the 'necklace of shading', I have a copy of it from the library.

"Well, that's very good. Let me see.



　Brett took out a piece of paper from his pocket and handed it to Galdon.
　Galdon looked over the contents of the paper.

　After a while, Galdon opened his mouth again.

"Hmm, I understand the ...... process. But I can't tell you if you can actually make it or not. It's not my area of expertise, and I'm sure it'll be a lot of work. There is a possibility that you will not be able to complete it and it will be a complete waste of time. So why do I have to make this thing?

It's .......

　Brett was at a loss for words.
　Then he glanced at Uru.

　The dwarf, on the other hand, sniffs and glares sharply at Brett.

"I'm not saying don't make it. I'm asking you to tell me why. If you're buying something ready-made, I won't tell you what to do with it, but if you want me to go to the trouble of making something I'm not interested in, that's a different story. If you want such an item with such a limited use, you must have some kind of complicated situation, right?　If I'm the only one in town who can make it, then I have no choice but to make it if I have to, but I'll decide whether or not I want the job.

I understand. You're right. I'd like to talk to the children. Can I have a few minutes of your time?

Yes, of course.

　After confirming the dwarf's agreement, Brett walked out of the store with his three students and Uru.

　Then, in front of the store, Brett bent down a little to make eye contact with Uru and said to her, "What do you think, Uru?

What do you want to do, Ur?　Do you want to tell me what's going on or not?

"What, ......?　Ugh, we get to decide?

　Ur was surprised.
　Uru was surprised, he hadn't expected the ball to be in his court.

　He had thought that Brett would decide the best course of action for him.

　Brett continued.

This is not a matter of me deciding what to do. It's about Uru's future. As a teacher, I can help Uru, but I can't take responsibility for her entire life. ...... Do you understand what I'm saying?

　He said, and Uru nodded his head.

　Brett smiled and said, "Good," and patted Ur's head gently again.

　Brett goes on to tell him, "I'm not abandoning you.

I don't mean to abandon you, but if you don't tell Mr. Gardon what's going on and ask for his help, there's probably only so much I can do. But if you're really afraid that people in town will find out that you're a werewolf, that's fine. ...... There are certain things that I would like to see happen, but essentially, that's not for me to decide. It's up to you to decide which way you want to go.

　Brett said, looking at Uru with a sincere look in his eyes.

　Uru thinks.

　He wondered if he should tell his story to the dwarf, Galdon, and ask for his help.

　All that comes to mind is a memory from my childhood.
　When the villagers learned of Ur's true identity, they all looked at him with hostility and fear, and threw stones at him.

　The next thing that came to mind was yesterday.
　The child that Ulu had risked his life to save had a look of horror on his face when he saw Ulu.

　But on the other hand...

　Right now, in front of me, there is a respectable adult who knows who Uru is and gives me a kind look.

　Looking around, Rio, Iris, and Maifa were all looking at Ur with worried eyes.

　Should he trust the dwarf and tell him everything?
　Or will you end this dream here and continue your life as usual tomorrow?

　Will you take the first step forward or not?
　To reach for the dream or not to reach for the dream?

　Maybe you're at the edge of a cliff, and as soon as you take that first step, you'll be headed straight for the abyss.

　The good-looking adult in front of him may actually be a demon who wants to push Ur down into the abyss with sweet words.

　Uru...

"I hate .......

　That's what he mumbled to himself.

　The eyes of Rio, Iris and Maifa widened.
　Brett, however, waited patiently for Ur's next words.

　With tears in his eyes, he shouted.

I don't want things to go on as before!　I'm going to tell Mr. Gardon all about our situation!　So...so, Brett, please!　I know I'm being presumptuous!　But please help us more!

　I know I'm being presumptuous, but please help us more!" When Ururu told him this through tears, Brett smiled again and patted Ururu's head.

"Okay, okay. I'll go along with you to the bitter end. Are you guys okay with that?

Yeah, sure!

So that's what this is all about. I'm surprised. ....... Of course I'm in, sir.

...... I'm in a boat. ...... I don't want to row, but I do want to see what's out there.

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