“Once the triplets start going to school and Leria leaves for the Academy, maybe I’ll become more serious about magic. Until then, however, I’ll be content with being able to heal everyone and not freeze in panic the moment an Awakened releases their aura.

“Running toward my little brother and sister is a much better option, and I trust you to protect me.” Rena left out one of the reasons she wanted to Awaken because it embarrassed her.

‘If I don’t Awaken, sooner or later I will look older than Mom, and people will take me for her mother, if not even grandmother. That’s one blow my pride could never recover from.’

“Don’t worry, Big Sis!” Aran puffed his chest out with pride. “You can always count on me.”

“Thanks, Aran.” Senton didn’t point out the misunderstanding to protect the boy’s self-image as a protector. “As for me, I’m with Rena. My father and I have poured our sweat and tears into the Proudhammer Works, and we have many employees who depend on us to provide for their families.

“If I quit now in the pursuit of magic, the business would take a hit, and Dad would have to come out of retirement until he finds and trains my replacement. I have a duty towards my family, but I also have a duty towards my father and employees.

“Besides, not everyone has to be a warrior. By making the Proudhammer Works thrive, I’m creating a business that my children can inherit and making Lutia a better place for them.