Over the crystal ball, the scenery of midsummer was reflected.
Broad leaves spread wide on the deciduous trees, and the reddish soil soaked in damp humidity. Even the fierce sunlight pouring down through the canopy of great nature.
It was a sight that could not be seen in the central region, which had only just passed winter. It truly gave the feeling of an “exotic land,” one might say.
That was understandable.
The place where the Great Witch was staying was the ‘Great Jungle’ of the southern kingdoms. That forest, commonly called the ‘Great Forest,’ boasted warm and humid weather all year round due to the tropical climate.
Especially, the rainy season that came occasionally was said to be the worst.
Thanks to that, it was a place sparse with human presence, teeming with all sorts of magical beasts and poisonous insects. Moreover, until not long ago, it had been the dwelling place of the legendary demon ‘Vampire.’
Probably, the permanent population of the Great Forest was solely the Great Witch.
No, to be precise, including the Great Witch, it would be two.
Suddenly recalling a conical hat that I missed, I wore a bitter smile.
“It’s been a while, Master.”
To my polite greeting, the Great…