‘The Imperial-designated Warrior said that such a person existed. He said I could look forward to being pleasantly surprised. However, he said that the process of persuading them and bringing them to the capital of the empire would be the most difficult test for me. He said that they would decide, not me. Does that make any sense? It’s not like I’m looking for a god… Ha…’

Rain straightened her clothes and got up. She wiped the tears around her eyes. It was time to see them. Today, she wore the best clothes she had brought. She wore a scarf soaked in a fine fragrance with the delicate spring scent around her neck, brushed her hair finely, and wore a red hat. She wore a modest dress in a subdued color that went down to her ankles. Whenever she took a step, her toes from her open sandal would show from beneath her dress.

She would be taking an exam today. It wouldn’t make sense to argue who should be asking questions of whom. She had come to seek something, so she was ready to face whatever came her way.

Happiness – Chapter 9

Rain tilted her head as she...