We Just Like to Read
We Just Like to Read
Ever since we could remember, we were on the streets. Everyone was desperate. We honed our skills, searching for a lifeline in them. Some were deft with their hands, others quick with their tongues, a few strong with their fists……
This is beyond imagination. The church grounds are packed with people as far as the eye can see. They’re all gathered, staring up at the cathedral, waiting for the moment of the miracle. I figured a lot of people would…
There is no god. Physical safety, mental support, moral standards; none of these are things you pray for and receive. I believe they reside in each person’s own resolve. But humans are weak. It’s hard to resist bad habits and…
“God has spoken! Within a few days, the village shall be blessed with water!” The high priest, arms spread wide, declares these words, and the petitioner bursts into sobs. It’s no wonder. The man’s village hasn’t seen rain for a…
“Yaaawn…” It was morning in the dining hall. Umin, rubbing her sleepy eyes, let out a big yawn all by herself. She hadn’t been able to sleep well, bothered by the mysterious spirit, resembling a wraith, that she had seen…
“That was exhilarating, wasn’t it?” Berthold downed his first Toriaezu Nama with a satisfied air. He had managed to capture ten thugs who had been elusive until now, all at once. It would be difficult not to enjoy a drink after that.…
“Alright, everyone got their glasses?” After the hot springs, everyone gathered in the reserved banquet hall. “Well then, Sensei, thanks for everything. Cheers!” “Cheers!” At Zofia’s cue, glasses clinked together in the air, making a cheerful sound. “Wow, this looks…
*Sakuri* Arnoux bit into the tempura with a satisfying crunch. It was maitake mushroom tempura. This particular item was highly popular among the dishes offered at Izakaya Nobu. Arnoux, who had moved to the counter, was being watched intently by…
“Huh, what?” A blue-haired girl in the adjacent women’s bath looked around restlessly. She’d heard a scream from somewhere just now. She thought it might have come from the men’s bath… “I chose this inn specifically because it’s less crowded,…