Shadow Slave

Chapter 1839

Chapter 1839: Last Days of Peace Chapter 1839: Last Days of Peace

Pale sunshine poured through the open window, and a gentle breeze made the curtains flutter. Sunny opened his eyes slowly, laying comfortably in his opulent bed. The subtle sounds of the city waking up washed over him, bright and lively on this peaceful morning.

He yawned, then slowly got up.

Today was like any other day in Bastion. There were some changes about the mood on the streets of the young city as of late, but mostly, it was the same. The Brilliant Emporium was also the same — except for one detail.

There was a hand-drawn sign standing in front of the entrance. It had been there for the past few days, attracting plenty of attention.

The Sign said:

"Closing soon

*Temporarily

**Farewell discounts for everyone! Best waffles in two worlds!"

As a result, Sunny had earned quite a lot of coins in the last day or two. The Brilliant Emporium seemed to have gathered a loyal audience, and the regulars were both sad to see it temporarily close doors and in a hurry to visit it one last time.

But today...

Today was the last day.

80, Sunny wanted to make it perfect.

Reaching the kitchen, he was surprised to see that Ajko was already there. The petite girl usually liked to sleep a lot — if it wasn't for the job, she would have lazed around in bed until noon. But today, she was there before Sunny.

He looked at her in surprise.

"...I'm not seeing things, am I?"

She grinned.

"Of course not, boss! What are you talking about? I have always been dependable, punctual, and diligent!"

Sunny looked at her with doubt.

"Dependable, punctual, and diligent... do you even know what these words mean?"

Aiko nodded energetically.

"Of course, boss!"

He stared at her some more, then sighed.

"Well, whatever. Start preparing the ingredients."

The petite girl made a fist and floated up a little.

"Yes, boss! I love you, boss!"

He shuddered.

Aiko had been like that after realizing how profitable a war could be to an establishment dealing with Memories. Her eyes had not stopped sparkling since. Sunny could practically see all kinds of nefarious schemes forming in her twisted little head.

'At least someone is happy...‘

He manifested an avatar and went about welcoming the first customers.

A few familiar faces visited the Brilliant Emporium that day.

Early in the morning, he guided Beth to her usual table and brewed her some coffee. The dark circles under the young woman's eyes were even more pronounced than usual, and she seemed to be partially asleep.

Sunny was a little touched that she made time to visit the Brilliant Emporium on its closing day despite that.

"Here's your coffee, Miss Beth. Thank you for coming to say goodbye."

stared at him tiredly, then

"Huh? Goodbye?"

for

are

Beth frowned.

I didn't know. I haven't left the lab in a week...

at her silently, not knowing what to say. His pleasant smile

She sighed.

this place! Good luck to you, Master Sunless... in whatever it is

widened

luck to you as well, Miss Beth. I really hope that you succeed. But,

"I know. After all, there was someone who paid a

The old man seemed strangely down, looking in the

few moments, then asked

something bothering you,

perked

much... I'm just feeling old these days. I was born before there was even such a thing as the Nightmare Spell,

the

and old fossils like me can't keep up. Maybe it's time for me to

down across from

Julius?

raised an

I am usually lucky to get one or two students to attend... they are always the best students at the Academy, of course, but still! It's

Sunny shook his head.

must never retire. Think about it. Wilderness survival might not have been very in demand before

to the

roads being built between new cities and trade routes being established. We

stared at him with a strange expression for

Then, his eyes glistened.

"You think so?"

Sunny nodded.

"Of course!"

man was suddenly full of energy

of civilization is like a conquest of the wilds. Now that civilization is developing in the Dream Realm, youngsters like you will need someone with a bit of sense to guide them. I might not have a lot of sense, but I do

was familiar with. Smiling, he quietly left Teacher

and Luster entered

see the Brilliant Emporium closing

hand and gripped his shoulder with

you have no choice but to do it, Master Sunless. Those damned

young man's eyes were

you are a hero. A true

the collar, pulled him back,

ignore my idiot husband, Master

at her, hid a smile,

purely academic interest..." Sunny

down, Luster looked around

way,

She shrugged.

Beth home. So, it will

stir a little in his heart, Sunny smiled with

sure that these two enjoyed an unforgettable meal. Later, Sunny heard soft whimpers

left some time ago to run an errand, was floating in the air with a panicked expression. Little Ling was hugging her leg tightly, hanging on it like a

were falling from the little boy's

Ling Ling won't let

up in despair, Aiko stopped trying to float away and awkwardly patted him on

alright, puppy! I'm not leaving yet! But if you don't let

son off her, hugged

"Sorry about that..."

Ling's tears were dried up soon. The boy was fully preoccupied with a bowl of ice cream... but he still insisted on holding Aiko's hand and refusing to

His father sighed.

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