Leopold jumped backward, putting space between himself and his eldest sibling to give himself a moment to breathe and recoup.
Despite his heavy breaths, Leo wore a determined grin as he wiped his brow and pointed at Mereoleona.
❝I'm just getting started, sister!❞
He had a feeling that if anybody would understand his feelings, or the pressure he placed on himself, it would be Noelle.
It was relieving to see he was right.
❝That's exactly how it is with my siblings. . every time I improve, it still feels like I haven't come any →
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“ Oh . . . ” Noelle's eyes go wide with emotion. Matching her cousin's very own.
“ I used to feel that way before becoming a magic knight but now. . .
⸻ I am afraid of not surpassing my mother. ”
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