While Fang Zheng and the others prepared for their next move in the Underdark, several adorable guests arrived at Heavenly Dao Palace.
"Ding-dong, ding-dong..."
"Ah, please wait a moment..."
Hearing the doorbell, Yoshino hurriedly set down the remote control, stood up, and jogged over to the door before opening it.
Outside stood Nanoha, Fate, Sakura, and Tomoyo.
"Ah, hello, Sister Yoshino."
"Ah, hello, everyone."
At the sight of Nanoha and the others, Yoshino immediately smiled happily. During her long stay at Heavenly Dao Palace, Yoshino had made quite a few friends. What put her at ease was that everyone here took good care of her and treated her kindly. As a result, Yoshino, who had once been somewhat afraid of strangers, had gradually become much more cheerful and lively.
"Come in."
Yoshino quickly invited everyone into the first-floor living room and had them sit down. Hearing the commotion, Enju, Tina, and the others also ran out and cheerfully greeted Nanoha's group, while Xia Shi and Cui brought over cakes and tea snacks.
"What brings you here today?"
"Well..."
Faced with Xia Shi's curious question, Nanoha hesitated and looked toward Fate. At that moment, Tomoyo smiled and spoke up.
"It's like this. In our world, Fate and Alicia's birthdays are coming up soon. We're planning to throw them a grand birthday party, so we wanted to invite all of you as well."
"Really? I'm going, I'm going! I've never been to your world before!"
Upon hearing that, Enju was the first to jump up excitedly, raising both hands high. Xia Shi calmly pressed a hand onto Enju's shoulder, then looked at Fate.
"Is that really all right?"
"Of course. I came here because I wanted to invite everyone to join us..."
Fate nodded somewhat shyly, while Cui beside her uneasily tugged