Because I would have to take the trial, I didn't have to take training under the empress. I was glad about it but on the other hand, I was anxious about it. Not to mention, the nervousness and worry.
The trial would happen in a week and I didn't know what would be in the cave. What kind of booby traps would be there? I was worried and scared.
I would mostly stay in my room and occasionally went to meet Rei and Noya. Now that there was no training, or no taking care of anyone, I felt a little lonely.
Although Arashi would come at night as usual but sometimes, even he failed to come since he was busy. He had been on edge since the announcement of the trial.
It was night as Arashi came. He hadn't come yesterday and laid down on the bed as soon as he entered my room. He looked a little tired.
I asked, "Where were you yesterday?"
His eyes were close as he said, "Was just taking care of some business..."