Provisional Divination Candidate

Standing alone as a watchman over the north-western boundary of Komaia Village just a few minutes close to midnight was Daizen Shizaki, who stared beyond the premises into the vast land.

Although he was not alone in this role, with two other attendants beside him, he was still sharing the big task of ensuring the safety of the village at such late time of the night.

It's been a while since I stayed up this late…

Still, as he yawned with his mind sensing drowsiness creeping slowly towards his body, he tried to force himself to stay awake, and alert by slapping his cheeks.

"You alright over there, Shizaki-kun?"

"Yeah, just a little tired, but I'll pull through. Thanks for asking, Rigel-kun."

Shizaki responded with a smile to the older man's concern. One of the two attendants was Rigel, who had decided to come along with him for a night shift. With Lilliana's permission, Rigel and Shizaki accompanied each other.