"Yes, when I was little, I had nowhere to practice except at home or on the Back Mountain. Once, I bought a copper dummy and kept hitting it there on the Back Mountain. It's actually a great place to train. It's very quiet, and no one bothers you!" Ruri said to Uzuki Yugao with a smile after hearing what she had just said.
After hearing Ruri's words, Uzuki Yugao nodded with a smile, then said to him, "Yes, I really like the Back Mountain too. It's very refreshing, and there usually aren't many people around. There are birds and animals and things, too. Most importantly, it gets plenty of sunshine."
The two of them walked along, chatting and laughing, and soon reached the Back Mountain.
"I didn't expect it to look exactly the same after so long away. It's still so warm and cozy. Just looking at it makes you feel so comfortable," Ruri said with a smile as he took in the scene.
"Yes, and the air here is very, very fresh. Compared to the village, this place is practically paradise," Uzuki Yugao said with a smile as well.
Just as the two of them had said, the surroundings were lovely and very clean. It was as peaceful as ever. A small river flowed there with a rushing sound, little fish swam happily in it, and the water was very clear.
A gentle breeze blew through, brushing their cheeks like nature caressing their faces, warm and comforting. Although the sun shone here, there were also several large trees that offered shade beneath them.
Most importantly, it was very peaceful and lovely here, with plenty of little animals to keep you company. If you grew bored while training, you could go and play with the little animals nearby. You could