(Considering that today's first chapter focused too heavily on introductions, some readers might not have enjoyed it, so I, your author, have decided to add another chapter. (●''●))
In the simple yet cozy room, a cool voice tinged with a hint of coquettishness called out, "Sister Tsuru, I'm back!"
A fresh, savory aroma drifted from the kitchen, followed by a gentle voice. "Gion, I've already put the food on the table. If you're hungry, go ahead and eat first. I'll come out as soon as I finish the last dish."
"No, I'll wait for you to come out and eat together." The girl unfastened the long sword at her waist and set it aside before sitting upright at the table. As she watched wisps of steam rise from the exquisite, appetizing dishes, her delicate nose twitched unconsciously.
"Phew, Sister Tsuru's cooking really is too delicious!" The girl forcibly shifted her attention and glanced around the room. Her lively gaze suddenly came to rest on a small booklet on the desk.
"What's this...?" Curious, the girl walked over and picked up the booklet. She wasn't worried that it contained any important secrets. With Sister Tsuru's cautious nature, if it were truly important, she wouldn't have left it lying casually on the desk.
"Gion, how did your first day at the training camp go? I heard you caused quite a commotion today." Perhaps worried that the girl was bored by herself, the gentle voice drifted out from the kitchen again, this time with a hint of teasing.
"Sister Tsuru~" The girl drew out her words unhappily. "Those people are just too bored! If they have that much energy, they should be improving their strength or capturing pirates. They do nothing all day long. Just looking at them makes me annoyed!"
"You..."
"Longinus's