"No need to thank me. I just happened to run into Ifrit on the way. Come to think of it, you've all been on Rhodes Island for quite a long time, but this is the first time I've ever seen you!"
Kanna thought back. Hermo and the other two could be considered long-time residents of the island, yet as someone who wandered all over the place, she had never run into them on Rhodes Island. Even the few times they had passed each other, they had apparently been around the Medical Department.
Hermo looked at Ifrit with affection. "Ifrit's Originium infection is very serious and requires constant observation, so Ptilopsis and I generally focus on caring for her. When we go out, it is usually for emergencies or academic conferences, so it is perfectly normal that you have not encountered us."
Kanna nodded in understanding. Ifrit's condition truly was not suitable for wandering around Rhodes Island everywhere—although Ifrit herself often did exactly that. But without friends or companions her own age, her life would be far too dull. Thinking of Weifeng's little classroom, Kanna suddenly had an idea.
"I see. Well, I have a suggestion. I wonder if Doctor Hermo would be willing to hear it? Doctor Weifeng has opened a little classroom in her office. Right now, Popukar, Rosemary, and I attend it. If you do not mind, Ifrit can come to class too! Her office is in the medical area, and it is not far from here..."
Ifrit's eyes lit up when she heard that. As a child, nearly all her memories and life had taken place inside medical rooms, surrounded by all sorts of equipment. She had only gained a little freedom after coming to Rhodes Island. Now that she heard she could make friends her own