Seirei no Moribito

- That's good to know.

I keep telling myself over and over - it's been a week since that day.

I don't have to meet anybody to keep coming to the office... and today is my last day as a "witch".

Dedicating yourself is my ultimate role as a "witch." So I'm going to save the village... to save everyone.

Yes, I have no regrets... never, ever... not. Because I...

Quiet and peaceful routine today, it was the dawn of it.

Although I didn't know the situation in the village or how everyone was doing because of a special bandage that someone dedicated as a "contribution” would always wrap around my eyes… Still, the sound I hear from the slightest noise is my favorite “everyday".

The sun shines with dazzle, the wind flows with mercy, and the voices of all who are quiet but lively are noisy and enjoyable...... very warm.

In this world, which depends on the Spirit, those who still live here today… all live on their own, sometimes inspiring, sometimes laughing, sometimes with their help… desperately living.

I liked the routine so much that I didn't like it... I was glad to live.

But so does that routine...... it ends today.

I am dedicated as a "tribute" and will never be able to spend my day again. But... I knew I didn't regret it. Yes... I wanted to assume.

"Are you sure this is okay, Laura?

The mayor of the village, who had hoped to make the villagers feel sad, fulfilled my wish that day… he came to the company to pick me up in the early morning when everyone was still asleep. For a while, the village chief kept his mouth shut for a long time, but with a gradual hesitation, he spoke so, and I hid my agitation so hard that I could not at least speak in my voice.

"... Yes. I can save the village with my life... and I don't regret it."

"... right"

Upon hearing the answer, the village chief tied my hair delicately and carefully as if I had blown out of stray or dealt with broken goods, and at the end of the day cleaned it up, then asked… now as if to confirm.

"Laura, are you sure about this?

"... that's okay. Therefore, please think only of the village. That's what I want."

"... right... right"

The mayor of the village, who had run into the same question many times a week before the company, sighed, phew, even with some sad atmosphere.

"Laura.... let me swear as the village chief's position to rule this village. This sacrifice... No, the mistakes of the past will never be repeated again."

to the determination put in there. I nodded,

"... Yes. But... please don't push me, Master Murakami?

"... oh, let's take it very hard"

with a really small laugh. The village chief pulled my hand,

Come on, let's go.

I opened the door, which had been closed all along.

A revelation had been given that it was noon when the “Rainbow Wings” would come at the behest of the village chief. The truth is that it's early morning time... that only me and the village chief know.

So it turns out, no one had come to the square yet. Yeah, I'm really glad you didn't come.

Al and the others who were opposed to me becoming a "tribute" until the end... I don't have to make him feel sad. You can say goodbye to me... even if you've already done it.

Since the first time I dedicated my "tribute” as a “witch" … or long ago, I have been prepared.

My hands have been stained with blood with a pardon mark to protect the village... and I am told that it will never end happily.

That's why I was so convinced. Because that's what “Witch of the Spirit Tree” is all about.

A pawn to fulfill an order in the name of a “Spirit Tree” trustee equal to the existence of God, that is the "Spirit Tree Witch." He taught me… the pathetic end of man located in such a cruel destiny.

Whether it's just pelicans, adults obeying or flipping anti-flags… at the end of the day, the history is that the "witch” herself was sacrificed and nothing happened.

He told me that truth... he told me, with Niña, that I would not let him be destined for that. I'm so glad that's... That's why I chose this ending.

To protect my world.

With that thought in mind, I take my feet one step at a time as I ring the bell on the hem of the [], drawn to the hand of the village chief.

The sound of a comfortable bell is my favorite sound and the precious treasure she gave me when I became best friends with Nina. One pair of bells in two...... one has me and the other has Niña. Even if you stay away... so you know where you are right away. So that I can protect you. Such a Niña thought packed...... a cool sound that is loud but not noisy. Chillin ', sounding such a noise to break the silence and I walk.

But such a stage does not last long - suddenly, a storm emerges from above.

A powerful noise that flickers wings sounds over the sound of a bell,

"- Than that, a week. By the word of" Spirit Tree, "I've come to receive a tribute."

Exactly the same “protector" as a week ago… "Rainbow Wings” strictly tells.

Dear village chief,

"... So, Laura. It's time to break up."

"Yes.... until now, thanks for your help. Please, be well... Dear Village Chief"

Finally, the village chief held my hand strongly - quietly, let go of my hand.

"... from the head of this village to the great“ Spirit Tree ”. I hope you'll forgive me for this."

"Dear Spirit Tree, the answer has been decided from the beginning. Now it's time to go back to normal."

The short exchange between the two was over in no time...... I stepped out.

Chillin '. The sound of the bell sounds, and soon the sound interrupts in front of the "Rainbow Wings”.

Even though I can't see it, I kneel down towards the "Rainbow Wings” that do exist there, and by putting my hands up, I say that I have no intention of fighting...

My last job as a "witch”. The... words.

"- Let us be a tribute to the spirit tree, the witch of this village."

Oh... now, no more - I can't change my destiny.

"... let's be good. And now Master Spirit Tree is convinced.

To the regular phrase “witch” gives herself… "rainbow wings” once again wings.

My hair and clothes are severely disturbed by the cold wind that hits me directly in the front.

Yes, the "Rainbow Wings” flew up once... and take me to the "Spirit Tree”. And then... I guess I'll be killed.

As if I were some other HR. I just waited while I thought of that.

I feel like... a sinner awaiting a death sentence. I still don't feel it myself.

But... really, I'm not dead.

It seemed like a long, short life... the best part of it was being best friends with Niña. And... that I could meet him. Had it not been for the two of you... I would have done my duties as a “witch" as pale as a doll... killing people without any guilt whatsoever. That's not all, I spent every day without any emotion.

It didn't turn out that way... thanks to you two being here.

Niña... I didn't think I could be best friends with Niña.

Because I - I killed Niña's precious sister with this hand.

I took it for granted that they resented me...... Niña forgave me and made me my best friend. I was really happy then. So... this ending is natural, isn't it?

... I don't regret it. But... deep down, I don't want to die. Maybe that's the sentiment Nina had, too.

But I'm here to seal that thought... thanks to him, Leo.

Leo... I know. You're the one with the back. Leo is very sweet because he likes people... but he says that's kindness because he has plans. He said he didn't like to lie or deceive... but he also said it was a deliberate thing. Otherwise, at that time... seven years ago, I wasn't deliberately close to me or attacked by my right eye or anything.

But... I'm still good.

The fact that Leo and I met each other made the life we've lived in senselessness a gorgeous thing... because I was happy to be able to love peaceful everyday life.

So...... I am grateful to Leo. In the end, I couldn't confess, and I don't deserve that... but that's fine. Because the days I spent with Leo are a treasure that is hard for me to swap for anything.

...... Leo. Thanks for everything. Because Leo is here, I want to protect you and I can stand here right now.

Really, thanks...... and goodbye. Leo.

In the roar of the wind, the sound of a small bell sounds.

It's like sparing a goodbye...... is that convenient?

But... now, that's okay.... Yes, now.

"... this is the last time"

The wind mixes with the voice of "Rainbow Wings” in the bell, and the wind dances like it wraps me in.

The wind came up to take me to the Spirit Tree.

"- Wait,“ Protector ”!

I haven't heard it in a week - I couldn't help but miss him and his voice stopped the "Rainbow Wings” walk.