I had no other choice.

"Grandpa, are we bad people?"

Once the Estwyn people returned to their town and settled into their homes, Selina, who was lying on her bed, questioned in an innocent tone.

Tobias, who heard that question, stared at his granddaughter with a complicated look on his face. This entire time, Selina had been silent. Tobias knew that the little girl had a lot on her mind, but…

To think her innocent question would be so difficult to answer…

"The Hero helped us, but we sent him away…

Grandpa, are we bad people?"

The little girl repeated her question.

"Didn't you say we should always welcome people with love and happy smiles?"

"There are situations where we cannot do anything even if we want to, Selina. You will understand that when you grow up."

Tobias tried to answer, but the girl didn't back down.

"The Hero said I was wise."

"Hmm?"

"It means I am good at understanding things. Did he lie to me?"