84. Execution

The sibling came to visit, and with them came the obvious goodness of Eiko's breakthrough. For some reason pride rose in my chest at that sight, and I could not help but admire her new level.

It felt simply wonderful, and rather than dampen the effects of that particular thought, it only served to improve its weight.

"Crimson Judgement, it's been a while," Eiko teased, making herself comfortable on the furniture present in the room.

"News of what you did has reached everywhere, big brother," Seinaru remarked. "I'd love to test my skills against some of them, myself."

"Except you can't, you battle lunatic," Nura countered, rolling her eyes; she looked as appealing as ever. "You might end up dying in the training field before you even fight a real battle."

"Oh that't not true. I'm young, stress is least likely to kill me," he scoffed looking away in faked disdain.