"Hmm!?"
Ddraig, residing within Rayn, was the first to feel the abnormality.
A familiar power was continuously flowing into Rayn's body.
Under that power, Rayn's body and soul were actually being slightly strengthened.
Although the strengthening was not much.
In fact, if she weren't one with Rayn now, she wouldn't have been able to detect the subtle changes at all.
But even so, it was a fact that Rayn's overall being had been strengthened by that power.
"I see, so this is the power of a 'Dragon'."
After careful sensing, Ddraig finally understood why she found that power familiar.
It was the very essence of a 'Dragon'.
As a dragon herself, it was not strange for her to feel familiar with it.
"This kid's magic has truly endless potential."
Even though she had known about the power of Rayn's magic before, Ddraig hadn't expected it to have this effect.
Perhaps she had underestimated Rayn's future a little.
Rayn did not notice the shock of the Red Dragon Empress in his soul.
Of course, even if he knew, he wouldn't mind.
After all, he had known about this effect for a long time.
At this moment, Rayn had put the matter of magic aside and was fully devoted to feeding Kanna.
As someone who would be with him for a long time, Rayn didn't want his relationship with Kanna, or with any future summoned partners, to be too utilitarian.
The sun set in the west.
By the time Rayn brought Kanna back to the guild, his salary from the previous month was almost gone.
However, there was no look of heartache on his face, just a faint smile.
"Kanna, we're here."
Looking up at the guild building, Rayn called out to Kanna, who was playing hopscotch.
She had seen a passing child do it, found it interesting, and started imitating it.
She had hopped all the way back to the guild.
"Oh."
After hopping over one more square, Kanna put her hands down and trotted towards Rayn.
Compared to when they had just left the guild, she was much more affectionate.
"Rayn, come over here for a moment."
Just as they entered the guild, Makarov's call came from the bar.
Seeing this, Rayn led Kanna over.
"It seems you two are getting along well."
Glancing at the person and the dragon, the experienced Makarov smiled.
"It's alright. Is there something, Master?"
Rayn pulled out a chair for Kanna to sit on, then looked at the old man.
He didn't think Makarov would call him over just for something like this.
"Hehe, two things."
Hearing Rayn's words, Makarov chuckled and held up two fingers.
Rayn's eyes narrowed slightly, and his forward-leaning body quickly pulled back as he looked at him warily.
With this posture, it was hard not to suspect that he had been tricked while he was away.
"Ahem, you don't have to be like that. It's just that the dormitory isn't suitable for you to live in anymore."
The young boy's wary look made Makarov cough awkwardly.
"Ha?"
A sound of surprise came from Rayn's mouth, his dark eyes blinking faster.
He had only been out for a trip, so how could he be about to lose his place to live?
Filled with confusion, Rayn quietly looked at Makarov.
With his personality, he wouldn't say such a thing without reason. He just needed to wait for a reply.
"I told them that Kanna likes you very much, so you will take care of her from now on."
Hearing someone call her name, Kanna, who had been looking around bored, turned her head.
Her chubby little face showed no expression, her eyes filled with confusion as she looked at the two of them.
"It's nothing."
Rayn patted Kanna's head, then motioned for the master to continue.
"If you live together, it's naturally not suitable for you to stay in the male dormitory. You'll have to rent a place outside. And when Kanna goes back, no one will notice."
As he spoke, Makarov's voice lowered.
Although most of the guild members were either out on jobs and hadn't returned, or had gone home, there were still a few scattered groups talking.
"I don't mind, but…"
Rayn agreed with this statement. Kanna in human form consumed less magic, but it was still a consumption.
She naturally couldn't live in this world forever.
At least not now.
At night, Kanna could return to her own world.
Rayn could also use this time to recover his magic power.
The next day, he could summon Kanna to the guild without arousing suspicion.
But there was a problem. Not to mention that his salary was spent, even if it wasn't, it wouldn't be enough to pay the rent.
"Leave the rent to me."
Since he had proposed this idea, Makarov had naturally thought of the problem.
"While you were out, I already found a house. If you agree, you can just go back and pack your clothes."
"Okay, I'll pay you back later."
This time, Rayn agreed directly.
Makarov didn't want Rayn to be burdened, and since he had brought it up himself, he wanted to refuse.
But looking at the determination in those clear eyes, he silently nodded in agreement.
"…"
A gentle touch came from his arm. Rayn looked down and saw the jade-like horns and light purple hair.
Seemingly bored by their discussion, the little dragon girl had become drowsy.
"The second thing is that your basic training is over. Starting tomorrow, the training will change to combat skills."
"This will be even more painful than the previous training, so you have to endure it."
Not wanting to disturb Kanna, Makarov quickly stated the last thing.
A light seemed to flash in the depths of his eyes, and his muscles twitched unconsciously.
Like a long-awaited warrior finally awakening.
At this moment, Rayn felt his body enter a state of excitement.
"I understand."
Suppressing his restless body, Rayn said with a serious expression.
He hadn't realized that he was quite keen on fighting.
"Alright, that's all for today. You can go back and rest now."
Seeing the sleeping Kanna, Makarov didn't say any more.
Without any intention of refusing, Rayn carried Kanna on his back and walked towards the dormitory.
"Kanna, are you going back or staying here?"
Looking ahead, Rayn walked with a steady pace.
The month of training had its effects.
At least carrying Kanna, who looked only slightly shorter than him, was not a problem.
"…Going back."
After waiting for a while, a soft voice sounded.
"Alright."
After replying, Rayn didn't say anything more, just walking silently.
It wasn't until he returned to his room that he dispelled the magic.
An image appeared in his mind.
It was Kanna's figure, sleeping soundly in a huge cave.
Seemingly having returned to a familiar place, her small body moved a few times.
A white light flickered on her body, and in an instant, she transformed into a white dragon, lying on the ground asleep.
Rayn washed up briefly and then lay down on the bed.
He began to rest and prepare for tomorrow's training.
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