The magic power quietly grew slightly, almost imperceptibly.
After completing a full cycle!
Gauss continued without pausing, one circle, two circles, three circles...
In this endless internal rhythm, he was completely unaware of the passage of time.
...
"Cluck-cluck-cluck——!!!"
The loud crowing of a rooster pierced the silence.
The sky gradually brightened, and the village awoke. Farmers carrying their tools headed to the fields, a few yellow dogs chased after playful children, and a vibrant day began.
"Gauss? Are you up?" Aaliyah's voice accompanied by a gentle knock sounded at the door. She and Ulfen had been waiting outside for a moment.
There was no response for a long time.
Aaliyah's face showed a hint of confusion.
She had intentionally gotten up later than usual this morning, yet Gauss was even later than she was.
This seemed somewhat out of character compared to the impression he usually gave her.
