There's still a lot of work to be done to make Tuah and the others stronger. The blueprint for their upgrade, while satisfactory, is only scratching the surface. We all know there is more room for improvement, more room to make them stronger, and even more room to test them in the dungeon. Even the modulation speech for them is still in draft form. Basically, nothing concrete has been started yet, just an idea floating around or jotted down on a notepad.
The dwarves of Dwarven Kingdom love Emas. In fact, they have started to make Emas their second home. They have already built their own kiln, which will later be used as their chamber for all important work. There are some who are worried about this, especially how the dwarves will take over their jobs one day, but nothing that Princess Siti can't handle. I'm sure her stay in Amleth will bear much fruit, from her witch art studies to her growth as a royal. Master Merlin and Teacher Tiara praise her for her rapid growth.
Sadly, this is our last day here in Emas. All of us, including Princess Siti, will return to Amleth today.
"I don't have much time to play with you... I'm sorry" [Diana].
"It's okay. Even this one day where you come and visit me is good enough. I'm more than happy to have a good friend come and visit me" [Siti].
"I will definitely make more time for you in the future!" [Diana]
Siti and her five brothers come to say goodbye to me. They make time just for me. I'm so happy to meet them and become friends with them. They're definitely one of my friends here in Emas.
"Did you bring your handkerchiefs? Is the carriage comfortable enough for you? Why are there panda eyes on your eyelids? Oh no, what am I going to do? This will definitely make you less desirable. I can only pray to the Goddess that everything will be all right for you as you move on. Please consider staying with me for a few more days!"
"Dear Mother, it's okay. I really am fine. I will definitely study hard as usual. I have Master Merlin and Teacher Tiara with me. I'll make sure that when I go back home, I'll contribute a lot to this country. What's a little hardship in the face of success" [Princess Siti].
(I'm proud that she can think such novel thoughts, but the apple doesn't fall far from the tree) [Tiara]
(Like mother, like daughter...) [Merlin]
(I keep saying this, both the Queen of Emas and Siti talk nonstop) [Dana]
Princess Siti's mother is still worried about her. Basically, the usual stuff where her mother spoils her and worries about her. A mother like her really has nothing to do but worry about her child. I am a bit jealous, but I have Master Merlin, Aunt Amleth and Jean's mother who will definitely spoil me, so it is still good! I also have Grandma Farhah in the Elven Kingdom. Yes, the three of them will spoil me.
"There are so many things I want to see about your skills! Once I learn Witch art from Merlin, I'll definitely come see you again!" [Teliara]
"As an apprentice of Witch Merlin, you were definitely born under a lucky star. Furthermore, I've been told that you're the granddaughter of someone called the Wandering Sage. You'll surely be a force to be reckoned with one day" [Tuah].
"I'm sure she will be" [JOATMON].
"Say the one who can use all the elements!" [Teliara]
"We also have Diana and Dana who can use all elements, so I am nothing special" [JOATMON].
"And there you go again" [Teliara]
There's not much more to say. Just as we were about to leave, a representative of the dwarven kingdom arrived.
"Young Lady Diana Vars, I presume?"
"That would be me" [Diana].
"Please forgive me for not taking the time to introduce myself before now. I've been informed that you are acquainted with Master Brokkr and Master Oreforged"
"I am. Is there something wrong with that?" (Master Oreforged ... So what Nar and Sas are saying about him might be true after all...) [Diana]
"And I was also told about your unique circumstances. I don't know all the details, but for even Prince Rufus of the Empire, the Prime Minister of Xianxia, the Empress of the Vampires of the Sky Kingdom, the World Tree Priestess Madam Farhah to take notice of you, you are nothing short of impressive. Moreover, the Knight's report of the incident two days ago, where the Devil King only talked to you and Master Merlin, seems to be true. Even the Elder Sister here, Dana Vars, is a warrior of the highest capability, one would be unwise to needlessly engage in a fight with her. Only a foolish mortal would think so"
"But why are you saying all this? Do you have official business with my little sister?" [Dana]
"I do. I'm sure either Master Brokkr or Master Oreforged invited you to our kingdom. I have been instructed by our King Rhineheart that should we meet the Vars family, we are to examine this seal and present it to them."
"The seal of the dwarven kingdom. I see, she's one of the distinguished guests of your kingdom" [Tiara].
"That's right. It's rude to do this all the time, but please take these five seals, each for the members of the Vars family. Just show this seal whenever you're in our kingdom. Of course, there's also one for the honorable witch Merlin and Princess Siti of Emas for their contribution."
This short but gentle dwarf presented us all with a seal of the Dwarf Kingdom. It's a heavy steel with a logo of a hammer and a furnace, perfectly carved. It's heavy, but beautifully crafted
"As a Vars, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to you. I'm sure my sister here, as well as my other family member, will be delighted to receive such a generous seal" [Diana].
"As such, please let your king know that your gift to our family will not be misused and will be in capable hands" [Dana].
"Meow" [Fie]
"I will."