Chapter 188: Mother and Daughter (8)
"Nari, it was a good match! But next time, Naru will win! Naru will have a rematch with you! When? ...Probably in about 6 years...!" Naru hugged the small raccoon dog girl Nari tightly.
"L-Let go! Don't hug me whenever you want!" Nari protested, but made no real effort to push Naru away.
Pop—After letting go of Nari, Naru hugged the thighs of Naguri, who now had beautifully tanned brown skin.
"Thank you for saving Naru last time! Naru tried really hard to repay the favor but couldn't do it well! But I'm glad you're healthy now!"
Naguri smiled gently at Naru and ruffled her hair.
"Human child, are you no longer in pain? Do you no longer have anything to be sad about? If so, that's good. Come visit the forest again anytime. Anytime."
"Ung, ung!"
Rummage— Rummage—Naguri rummaged through her leather bag. Then, she took out something that resembled small grains and placed them in Naru's hand.
"These are Nari flower seeds. When the flower blooms, it gives off a very fleeting yet beautiful fragrance. Just like the short lives of humans...""Naru will try to grow the flowers well this time!"