Edgar's words stunned Forte and the others, but he seemed to have no intention of stopping.
Although he was currently making bread for the wealthy merchant Li Xu's ship, he showed this major client of his no courtesy at all. He said, "Do you know what kind of song the people of Lutom Island wrote to commemorate the past? It is an incredibly beautiful piece—truly an extraordinary song!"
Uchiha Madara said in surprise, "The people of Lutom Island compose music too? Witluna truly is a world of music. I never expected that even people from some random place would understand music."
Edgar nodded. "Yes, Witluna is a place where music is revered above all else. It isn't only great musicians like Mr. McBain who count as musicians. Even people from small places, so long as they love music, compose their own pieces, and some are highly skilled at it! For instance, Memories of the Forest and Sea, written by the people of Lutom Island, is of an exceptionally high standard. And it is steeped in people's longing and memories for Lutom Island, making it so beautiful that it intoxicates the heart!"
McBain stared blankly at Edgar. "Edgar, do you know how to play this piece?"
Edgar shook his head. "I don't, but I have its score. I gave it to Altes, and he has already learned it. If you want to learn it, you can learn from him."
McBain gripped Edgar's hand. "In that case, we must perform Memories of the Forest and Sea at this music festival. Whether it is to leave behind a memory for the people of Lutom Island, or to protest against the wealthy merchant Li Xu... I've decided. Altes, teach us this piece!"
Altes nodded. "All right, I'll teach you."
When the ship docked, everyone