As Lily slowly walked along the path to school, her mind lingered on her father's words from earlier: What do you want to do in the future?0

Her initial purpose in enrolling in the academy was to seek the answer to this very question. Yet, even with graduation just around the corner, she still didn't have a single hint of direction.0

What do I want to do in the future… Be like Maya, find a stable job, and live a peaceful life? Or should I follow what Mommy did, marry an ordinary man, and have kids of my own?0

The mere thought of such a future made Lily shake her head vigorously. That was definitely not the life she wanted. 0

Should I use my powers to protect Hope Island? Become everyone's guardian? But the seas are calm now. The biggest commotions are just minor disputes between the island governors. The Explorers Association...0