One Destined to Leave

"..."

Wait, you were actually this outrageous of a person?!

Looking at the solemn-faced Koushirou before him,

Lin Yan felt terrible all over.

To be honest, though, he had misunderstood.

After all, this was the Pirate World. The people here were naturally quite bold, especially a swordsman like Koushirou, who cared even less about others' opinions.

Besides, what was there to care about?

Plenty of girls Kuina's age were already engaged here, alright?

And for Koushirou,

if he let Lin Yan before him slip away because of a moment's hesitation, only for Kuina to miss her chance in the end, that would be the real loss, alright?

With that in mind, Koushirou first gave Lin Yan a somewhat puzzled look before asking bluntly,

"Could it be that Kuina is not to your liking, sir?"

"..."

Well, that had quite the familiar ring to it right from the start.

Lin Yan was speechless.

Looking at Koushirou, Lin Yan hesitated for a moment before speaking frankly.

"That's not the issue. It's just that I'll be leaving soon."

"What?!"

Koushirou was clearly startled upon hearing Lin Yan's words.

But upon further thought, it made sense.

After all, Lin Yan had never been a member of his dojo. He was merely staying here temporarily, so it was only natural for him to leave. But if that was the case...

Koushirou could not help but frown.

"How long will you need?"

"That's hard to say, but it will probably take at least a few years."

Lin Yan spoke somewhat helplessly.

Once the Time Train finished charging, he would have to set off to deal with important matters. As for seeing Kuina again, that could only wait until after he returned.

"I see..."

Hearing Lin Yan say that, Koushirou's expression grew even more troubled.

He had