Chapter 351: 16 Year Old Inglis and The Meaning of Matchmaking (3)
"Yes… You're right. But, even without a Special Grade Rune, you're still bound in your own way…"
Selena's expression turned melancholic.
"N-no, that's not…"
Inglis understood what her mother was trying to say. A life where she was expected to be a hero for the people, even without the Special Grade Rune. If she could achieve the same goals without the Rune, she would still be expected to fulfill those duties in the future. Perhaps that was what troubled her.
However, in reality, that wasn't the case. Inglis didn't do what she did for the sake of the world or others; it was all for her own personal satisfaction. She sought out stronger opponents to further her mastery of martial arts, and she only engaged with the Prisma when the opportunity presented itself. That was all. If a similar situation arose in the future, it would be a battle that Inglis desired to fight.
Well, if anything, she might be bound by her own way of life. She was bound to seek out the strongest opponents, regardless of the circumstances, viewing it as an opportunity to improve herself. So, rather than being bound by others, she bound herself to her own will.
However, Inglis was still hesitant to openly declare this to her mother, causing her words to get caught in her throat.
"Then… It would put your mother's heart at ease if you showed me a life unbound by those duties. Although, I don't know if there's anyone worthy of you."
Selena smiled and handed Inglis the pamphlets she hadn't opened yet. She seemed to be a mix of sadness and concern. Inglis could sense just how much her mother worried about her well-being. And she couldn't disregard her mother's concerns because she cherished her deeply.