Feast of the Mortal World, Fallen Blossoms Have No Mercy!

Xiaoxue and Hinata lay down, each lost in her own thoughts.

But because of the difference in their ages and experiences, the things they contemplated were entirely different.

Hinata thought, Sister and Naruto have both become stronger... I know I'll never catch up to them on my own, but I want to stand not too far from them and watch over them. Once dawn comes, I'll work even harder!

Xiaoxue thought, Naruto and Sasuke Uchiha will soon take up their posts as city lords, won't they? From now on, they'll each have their own paths of growth. Naruto may become Hokage, while Sasuke Uchiha may become like the heroes in Father's stories—a pillar who silently guards this world and resists invasions from foreign races...

Then what about me? Where will I go from here? In the stories Father once told, there was no trace of me. Am I supposed to become a pampered little princess under the radiance of Father's holy light, supported by everyone? No, that isn't the life I want!

An unprecedented enemy was watching this land. Even someone as strong as Father had been accumulating strength through worry and restraint, not daring to stop for even a moment. As the eldest daughter, I had to become Father's steadfast support!

I wanted to become stronger! Only then could I protect my country, my friends, and my family...

Xiaoxue turned over and looked at Hinata's peaceful profile. "And... my beloved little sister!"

At Nadeshiko Residence in Feather Emperor City, Saori and the Divine Princess sat facing each other with trays held level before them, candlelight illuminating their lovely faces.

What else could two women do together but talk about the men they loved? It just so happened that they loved the same man...

Something had happened on the Divine