"What are you carrying on your back?"
Longgang had just returned when he heard Mojito's voice... The king of the Ape Kingdom looked to be in somewhat better spirits.
"Oh, it's nothing. I found it on the way and kept it as a weapon since it was convenient." Longgang turned slightly, revealing what hung behind him—a longsword wrapped in tree bark.
"That's not what I'm asking about. I'm asking about this fellow." Mojito shook his head. He clearly wasn't interested in the weapon. What he cared about was the little creature perched on Longgang's shoulder.
The white little beast, Mana.
Longgang was looking at Mana too.
Strangely, Mana seemed unaware of what had happened to her. Ever since waking up, she had remained clinging to Longgang, showing no intention of leaving.
"I found her on the way too." Longgang came up with an excuse... Mojito would probably believe it, right?
"Oh... Perfect timing. I'm hungry." Mojito nodded, just as expected.
"No!" Longgang shook his head at once. "There are several fruit trees behind the house. I checked them, and the fruit should be edible. Eat those. Mana's mine to raise now."
"I was only joking... Mana? You've already given her a name." Mojito smiled. "I recognize this kind of little creature. We call them Rocs. Everyone says they're little fellows that bring good luck. They're also quite skilled at digging."
Longgang simply went outside for a while, then quickly returned with some fruit. He and Mojito shared the fruit.
"How are you feeling now? Do you need to rest a little longer?"
"It doesn't affect my movements anymore." Mojito patted his wound and thought for a moment. "Once we finish eating, let's go."
Longgang nodded... Perhaps staying in The Hub Tower would lead to more incredible discoveries. But for some