However, the more they became familiar with each other later on, the more serious and businesslike their conversations became.
It even became somewhat cold.
This situation lasted until the last moment of the ninth year.
They reached a peak.
When together, they almost didn't speak at all.
Even when they had to talk, it was in a very 'officially cordial' manner.
"Dinner's ready, come eat."
"That strange bird earlier was so strong."
"Yes, I almost couldn't outrun it."
"..."
Both felt as if a volcano was hidden inside the other, yet they suppressed it with all their might.
They didn't dare to make the usual jokes anymore.
Because they both feared, what if a joke was made and the other received it?
What if that thin veil was pierced?
The result for both of them would be a disaster with no way out.
