The feeling of a mother's presence instantly caused Ais to freeze in place. Faced with this feeling, at once familiar and yet strange, she was truly at a loss.
Since the moment Ais was born into this world, she had only ever had two mothers...
The first was her biological mother, Aria, a Spirit of the wind.
The other was the recognized mama-san of the Loki Familia, Riveria.
However, even though Riveria was called a mama-san, she could not compare to Aria at all. The feeling Aria exuded was essentially impossible to replicate.
Ais had lived in Orario for several years now and had never encountered an existence similar to her mother.
Until today...
Although the bodies of these two girls were smaller than her own, they truly possessed the same feeling as her mother, like "miniature versions of Mama."
'Even so, I won't lose!'
Ais didn't know what the current situation meant for her, but she didn't want to lose, especially in front of a "mother."
Boom—!
In a single instant, the three figures vanished from the spot, turning into three whirlwinds advancing toward Babel.
Two were in front, one was behind.
It was clearly an advantage for Hyacine and Barbara. Even a Level 5 Adventurer could not compete with Hyacine and Barbara when they were bolstered by Titan Divine Power and Aeolus Divine Power.
"Ai-bao, you have to work hard!"
"If you don't hurry up, we're going to pull ahead of you~"
They were clearly two completely different people, but Ais developed a bizarre delusion...
Hyacine and Barbara were so perfectly in sync in every aspect that their movements didn't seem like the actions of two people at all, but rather one!
And that person was currently saying the words "pull ahead," which immediately caused past memories to surface in Ais's mind.
Once upon a time, her golden-haired mother had also stood before her, saying she was going to go ahead, and then she never came back...
No, don't!
Looking at the two figures growing more distant in front of her, Ais could no longer control her emotions, and she simply erupted.
The green whirlwind that had been relatively gentle was dyed black in the next moment, and it began to spread.
Aria, don't leave me again!
It seemed that because Hyacine and Barbara reminded Ais of her mother, they had simultaneously awakened the feelings hidden deep within her heart.
Is that why the situation turned out like this?
'What is that?'
'Why did it turn into this?'
The gentle whirlwind changed in an instant, and the two in front could naturally feel it; after all, they were both users of the wind.
They had originally wanted to use this method to build a good relationship with Ais, but looking at it now, they seemed to have paved the road to hell with good intentions?
'No, we can't let Ais appear before the public like this...'
The Loki Familia was, after all, one of the strongest Familias on the surface in Orario, and Ais was the Sword Princess who shook the City. If a problem occurred, it would easily spread throughout the world, just like her own title of Messiah.
If a stain appeared, washing it clean wouldn't be easy.
"Babel is almost here. We have to act fast, Hyacie!"
"Little Ica, give us a hand!"
Sensing the pitch-black storm drawing closer from behind, the girls made their decision at this moment.
As true doctors, they were willing to treat all the pains and ailments of their patients. Although Ais had no major physical problems, her heart was exceptionally fragile, and she could easily fall into a slump over small matters.
In other words, it was a sickness of the heart!
This wasn't something that could be cured in a short time; it required long-term care and affection...
"So, healing Ais starts right now!"
"As companions of the same Familia, we won't give up!"
The storm surrounding the girls vanished in an instant, replaced by a rainbow-like light that fell completely upon Ais.
However, it seemed that the dark cloud was too thick, completely obscuring Ais's figure to the point that the black storm did not dissipate.
"Honestly, Ai-bao, do you intend to keep hiding behind that dark cloud?"
"You're already a Level 5 Adventurer; you can't go on being a coward!"
Unfortunately, the girls' voices didn't seem to be able to break through that layer of dark clouds to illuminate Ais's heart. After all, they had only just met, and they lacked a sufficient bond.
Even if they had one, they might not necessarily succeed.
Idealism doesn't always work; it's not like they're Ultraman.
This layer of black storm was essentially a reflection of Ais's inner heart, sealing herself off completely and refusing to accept any outsiders.
Even Level 6 Adventurers like Finn and Riveria could only use brute force to stop Ais; they couldn't solve the core issue within her.
'But we won't give up!'
'Lord Phainon and Hui Bao, as Messiahs, didn't give up, so how could we admit defeat?'
'The Traveler is the same; they don't even know how to spell the word "defeat"!'
"So Ais, let us help you walk out of the dark clouds!"
Rain, Rain, Go Away!
Guided by the wind, the two girls rushed straight into Ais's black storm, forcibly grabbing her hands.
At the same time, a rainbow-soft breeze and gentle raindrops began to infect Ais bit by bit, attempting to turn her back to her original state.
"You have to be like the sunlight and warm everyone!"
"Don't let Mama worry anymore, Ais. Even Aria..."
"Surely she wouldn't want to see you in this state, would she?"
Ais, who previously hadn't listened no matter how much she was urged, showed obvious emotional fluctuations upon hearing the name "Aria," as if she were shedding tears.
As expected, it was "Aria."
The only thing capable of stirring Ais's emotions seemed to be her mother's name. After all, Ais's mental state was just that of a child!
Thinking about it carefully, what kind of person was Aria?
She must have been a very gentle Spirit, right?
Just like Butterfly!
"Don't worry. No matter what happens, we will be with you... just like Aria was."
"This expression isn't like Ais at all. The original, quiet you is better; the occasional smile you show is enough to make us feel at ease."
"If Aria saw you, she would surely be very relieved, wouldn't she?"
Sunlight, rainbows, breezes, raindrops... and words related to her mother. They surrounded the golden-haired girl, continuously sending her blessings until...
The black wind and dark clouds gradually dissipated.
In the next moment, the girl seemed to lose all her strength, falling down bit by bit, about to hit the ground.
It was at this very moment that two figures riding the breeze—just like the legendary Spirits of the wind—took Ais into their arms...
Ais had completely lost consciousness, but judging by the smile on her face, she must have had a good dream.
"It seems the sun has truly come out after the rain."
"But in the future, we must accompany Ais properly. Before we leave this world, we must..."
"Heal the sickness in Ais's heart!"
If you can't even save the people around you, what kind of Messiah are you?
Especially since Ais was a child lacking in care...
"Let the rainbow move you."
"We must make you show your most sincere smile!"