She is not an investigator.

"So, I hate the sea, and I rarely look at the sea like I do now."

"Then, we can go and look at other things too."

Igris leaned back, looked up at the azure sky, and pointed towards the azure sky.

"Look, the blue sky above us is very similar to the ocean, isn't it?"

"...I didn't expect you to be such a romantic person."

Shallti followed Igris's example, slowly leaning back and looking up at the sky.

The weather is lovely today; only a few scattered white clouds can be seen drifting leisurely in the sky.

"Just as we have tried countless times to conquer this ocean, exploration and development have never stopped, even if some people sacrifice themselves or pay the price, but no one will ever stop."

“Igris…you’re acting strange.”

"Maybe? But I still often wonder what it's like outside of this world."

She experienced many unusual and bizarre events, witnessed many disasters that ordinary people cannot understand, and even personally resolved crises that could destroy the entire world.

But even now, she still can't help but wonder what lies beyond this world.

Is it endless nothingness, or, as someone said, countless different worlds?

Where should her end be, and how will she spend her life?

Perhaps living out the rest of one's life in a peaceful and uneventful way is absolutely a happy and beautiful thing.

Now, she has her own life, her own friends, and everything she likes, while everything she dislikes seems to be gradually fading away from her.

But as the voice in her mind said, perhaps she was never going to be ordinary.

“Shaltie, witches usually live a long time, right?”

"Of course...don't you already know? Why are you suddenly asking this?"

"No, I was just thinking, if I die, do I want to be forgotten during your long lives, or do I want everyone to remember me?"

Sharti paused for a moment, then punched Igris hard in the shoulder, frowning in annoyance.

“You shouldn’t be thinking about such things. A long life shouldn’t only bring witches loss. I would rather deeply remember every moment I spent with you than only remember it after you die.”

Just kidding.

"This isn't funny..."

Igris shook her head gently, and the worry in her eyes completely disappeared at that moment.

“You’re right, Sharti, so from now on, you should cherish every moment you spend with me.”

“I’ve always done this.”

Shallty pouted and patted the raven in his arms with some dissatisfaction.

She still felt that Igris was strange, but she couldn't put her finger on what was wrong.

It's as if Igris has become less optimistic than before.

Perhaps, this is just an illusion?

"By the way, why do you like crows so much?"

"There are many reasons. They're beautiful, intelligent... and these little ones are always easier to be around. You don't have to worry about interpersonal relationships or being disliked by others..."

Shaltay's voice grew softer and softer, until finally, it disappeared completely.

Igris thought of the first time she met Sharty; back then, Sharty was definitely fierce, like a hedgehog.

But now, her thorns seem to have softened, and her personality has become much more cheerful.

As Nolan once said, Sharty will become a sorceress who can stand on her own, so she will not be slowed down by her past.

Iglesias didn't know if Nolan was qualified to be a mother, but she did know that Charles had made new friends.

Instead of being so lonely as before, having to play with only his ravens.

"Shaltie, do you consider me your friend?"

"?"

Sharti blinked, looked at Igris suspiciously, and nodded hesitantly.

"I guess so..."

"I thought you would be more decisive."

"Ugh... No way, that's so cheesy, so what do you want?"

"Um--"

Igris nodded slightly to Sharti's forehead and chuckled softly.

"I just hope you'll remember me, that's all."

"What nonsense are you talking about... You're not going to die, how could I forget you so easily?"

Igris fell silent, simply leaning back on the bench and gazing at the distant sea.

She felt a tickle in her heart, and a smile would always unconsciously appear on her face.

Is this what happiness feels like? She didn't know, but she certainly felt very happy.

This period was probably the happiest time of her two lives.

Guess who I am?

But at that moment, a pair of hands suddenly covered Igris's eyes, completely obscuring her vision.

The other person seemed to be deliberately speaking in a high-pitched voice, which sounded strange, and Igris couldn't tell who she was just by looking at her voice.

It just feels like there's a familiar smell.

"Hmm—Alex?"

"Huh?! How did you guess that?"

The owner of those hands released Igris and then approached her with a look of surprise.

It was indeed Alex. Unlike when she was on duty, her clothes were much lighter and cooler, even though it was only early spring.

"The taste, the taste of you is impressive."

Igris tapped her nose, then asked in return with some curiosity.

"What are you doing here? Did something happen, or are you on vacation?"

"Of course it's a vacation. Otherwise, why do you think I would dress like this, and also come to say hello?"

After saying that, she looked at the little witch next to Igris, and the smile on her face stiffened for a moment.

"And who is this?"

“I am Sharti, a friend of Igris…”

As the little witch spoke, she almost buried her head in the raven's feathers.

"I see."

Alex glanced at Igris, who wasn't going to explain anything, and gave an awkward smile.

"...Then I won't bother you any longer. I'll go look around somewhere else too. Of course, I'll still come find you for a little get-together, since I know where your shop is."

As Alex spoke, he waved his hand and quickly ran away.

They probably genuinely felt that they were getting in the way.

The Bizarre Stage Play – The Book of Secrets: Chapter Ten, Roses Again

"You have so many friends..."

Sharty breathed a sigh of relief after seeing Alex leave, and muttered a complaint under his breath.

She seemed a little shy, or perhaps she simply didn't want Igris's friends to know that the two of them were together.

Although she didn't know why.

"Jealous?"

"W-what...! I didn't! Why would I be jealous of you!"

Almost instantly, Sharti jumped up from the bench, his face full of anxiety as he tried to explain.

But when she noticed the smile on Igris's face, her earlier shyness and anxiety turned into annoyance.

“…bad guy.”

"I'm just kidding you. It's not good to stay out in the sea breeze for too long. Let's go and explore some other places."

Igris stood up, and although Sharti was somewhat reluctant, he silently followed, his face clearly showing that he was angry.

Until they arrived at the park.

Compared to the bare appearance of the park in autumn and winter, it looks much prettier now, naturally attracting more people to the area.

Most people who want to enjoy and experience life will eventually come here to take walks and chat with their friends, living a leisurely and carefree life.

Just like Igris now.

"There are so many people..."

Sharti instinctively moved closer to Igris, but Igris suddenly stopped and bumped into her.

Igris turned her head to look at the little witch who was quickly adjusting her hat, and extended her hand.

"Huh? Want to hold hands...? Um... it's just that there are too many people, so..."

Sharti slowly extended his hand, looking at Igris with a conflicted expression.

She was so shy that she felt her body was sweating slightly.

Unfortunately, Igris bypassed the hand she offered and instead took the raven from her shoulder.

"This is a rare sight. Do you remember what I promised you? I would take you to see different places and scenery, just like we agreed. I never forget that promise."

"Gah-"

The crow cawed softly, shook its feathers with joy, and flew into the sky.