He returned to Paradise.

He felt fresh as he walked out of the temple.

In the past, he would indulge in a feeling of liberation whenever he returned.

But this time, well… he was happy, but something was different.

Instead of feeling relieved, his heart fluttered with anticipation, just like the first time he came to Paradise.

Basked in a sense of unfamiliarity, Seol Jihu descended the stairs.

The Valhalla building was more or less empty.

The workshop had ended, but most of the members were still on leave for personal vacations.

But it wasn’t like nobody was there. Their trip ended days ago, so of course, there was someone who came earlier than Seol Jihu.

“You’re early.”

“I arrived this morning.”

Kazuki answered in a monotonous voice.

“I was going to come earlier… but I had to look after my sister.”

“Your sister…. Ah.”

Seol Jihu remembered the Delphinion Laboratory invasion mission.

Kazuki had to be referring to the Earthling he rescued by beheading.

“Is she alright?”

“As much as I’d liked to say she is….”

Kazuki’s voice thinned and he let out a sigh.

“She suddenly had a seizure. But she’s alive and doing much better than before.”

“I’m glad she’s doing better. You know, it’s okay if you want to stay on Earth a little longer.”

Seol Jihu remarked worriedly, but Kazuki shook his head.

“She has doctors and nurses looking after her around the clock. My presence there won’t help her.”

“…”

“So I have to do what I can to help my sister.”

Kazuki declared resolutely and turned his eyes to Seol Jihu.

“I thought about it on my way to Paradise. I’m glad I joined Valhalla.”

“?”

“It’s all thanks to you that I was able to gather enough contribution points to gain a level. There’s a big difference between Level 5 and Level 6. Now that I’m Level 6, collecting contribution points...