The Barrier Comes Down (1)

After several consecutive days of training and preparation, the last day before the Barrier came down, Aoni decided it was better to rest than try and force himself into doing anything.

Every preparation, every crafted item, all the training, it was all for tomorrow. After the little scare the night before, Aoni found himself sitting around the campfire with his Summons after a long day of playing around and relaxing.

If this was going to be the last time he could have a peaceful moment in Genovia, he didn't want to waste it bustling around and forcing his floof and birb to do meaningful tasks; instead, they'd been lazy all day, eating a little extra at each meal, playing games Aoni made up to pass the time, and just being together as a family.

He was nervous, sure, but if he let it show, it would no doubt affect his adorable summons, so instead of keeping them high-strung, he felt things were better this way.