Errm..wait a momentI need to think (Sasha)

Sasha is confused though its no wonder. Ive just told her that she might surpass the demon king of tyranny.

Is that right? (Sasha)

She must be hesitating being told she could surpass me.

Thats right. I asserted clearly.

.You.. to think Arnos would say that. (Sasha)

Cant you believe it? (Arnos)

Sasha nods. Shes pretty cute with her defiant attitude.

Having you talk like that when I havent done anything is a bit.. (Sasha)

Im not on about the top layer. I looked deep into your abyss. Deep, deep within you is a sleeping but majestic shining light. (Arnos)

Sasha is at a loss for words.

Her <Demon eyes of ruin> that should be controllable now start rampaging and the surroundings start to shake.

Look into my eyes. (Arnos)

Eh.?

Dont look away.

..Yes..

More.

Even if you say more

Come closer.

Sasha approaches me like shes told and as she comes right up to me I suppress her eyes with mine.

Fumu. Even this close I cant completely suppress her eyes.

As I thought. Her eyes are hiding a tremendous power.

Do you understand? (Arnos)

Sasha nods in embarrassment.

..Havent you gone on a date with Misha already though? (Sasha)

A date? That time we went out together?

What about it? (Arnos)

Well, Arnos with Misha Sasha seems to be struggling to get her words out. ..and..welldidnt you want Mishas demon eyes..?

I see. Sasha must have seen Mishas talent as well.

Its true that Misha has good demon eyes and they are in no way inferior to yours.

Sasha looks up at me with upturned eyes.

..Arnos..whos are better?

Impossible to choose.

Whos better? A question people will always be interested in especially if they are close to that person, however, their demon eyes have very different qualities. They cant be compared.

Dont you know? (Sasha)

Fumu. Was my choice of words confusing?

I want both of you.

Eeeeeeeeh..!? Both of us?

Sasha raises her voice in surprise.

Are you unhappy with both of you?

.Isnt it a bit strange..?

I laughed unintentionally.

Why are you laughing? Whats wrong with wanting to be number one. Is that strange..?

Not at all. Its good Sasha. You should aim for the top. When you compete with others you shine even more.

..I see.

Im not sure if her murmur was relief or disappointment.

You know what? (Sasha)

Sasha speaks like shes given up.

..Im only going to say this once as well.

Hearing her words I look at Sasha with a serious expression.

If you want, Ill give you these demon eyes.

Fumu. Certainly, demon eyes can be taken by force but the light will never return to the person whos had them taken. I wont take them though its admirable to show such loyalty.

I wont take them but I want you to make a promise with me. (Arnos)

Sasha has a questioning look in her eyes.

Someday, I might find myself in a situation that is out of my control. At that time I might not be able to protect those I want to protect. (Arnos)

I dont think that will ever happen (Sasha)

Probably not but theres no absolutes. Anyway, in that instance, Ill depend on you to protect me Sasha. Your eyes have that power.

If that happens and I keep my promise will you listen to what I have to say?

You can say anything to me.

Sasha looks happy and nods bashfully.

You promise? (Sasha)

Do you want to use <Zekt>? (Arnos)

Sasha shakes her head.

I dont need it. A promise is better than a contract. (Sasha)

I see.

Her <demon eys of ruin> have settled and when we start walking she seems in a good mood.

By the way, where were you going? (Sasha)

To find out what type of traditions have been handed down about the heroes. (Arnos)

Well then. Dont you think youll get that information from the hero academy? (Sasha)

Sasha points down one of the paths up ahead.

Lets go.

Aiming for the hero academy Arclaniska that can be seen in the distance we start walking.