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I'm sorry, Rudy!

Father,

I'm the one who's sorry.

I've gotten hungry!

I am North God Kalman's own pupil Auber, the Peacock Blade's...

...third apprentice Rodriguez!

I can see from your bearing that you are a man of renown!

I wish to request a bout!

I haven't sparred like this in some time.

You've beaten me!

I can't believe anyone is so strong!

The world is bigger than I thought!

Farewell, warrior of the Superd!

I hope for another bout when next we meet!

I am...!

I am...!

"Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation"

Hurry, Rudeus. Help me.

Divine power is rich and nourishing--

Are you all right, Ruijerd?

I have no idea why you feel so ill.

Is that so?

Still--

I'm glad that you were able to take the boat with us this time.

I suppose my father does come in handy sometimes.

Don't speak ill of your father too much.

It's all right. That's how our relationship is.

Is that so?

Anyway, we've finally made it to the Central Continent.

It was a long trip.

That said, we've only just reached the turning point.

There's still a long road ahead.

Speaking of which, the captain told me that

the land across this sea is a major rice producer.

Oh? Are you fond of rice?

Yes, very.

I don't mean to boast, but I can eat a big bowl of rice with a side of rice balls.

How can you talk about food at a time like this?

If you're that relaxed, hurry up and cast Healing on--

The roads on the Central Continent should be well-maintained,

so let's make a point to enjoy our journey going forward.

Of course, our families and the Superd's reputation still take priority.

All right. I understand.

Zenith is still missing.

In fact, there's no word of Lilia, Aisha, or Sylphie either.

Who knows if even Ghislaine is alive?

Of course, when we get back to Fittoa,

they might all be back safe and sound.

That's too optimistic.

But who cares? Being uneasy won't help anyone now.

I'll think positively. We can finally return to the Central Continent.

Roxy is in the Shirone Kingdom, just the other side of the King Dragon Realm.

I can finally see her again.

I see. So, Blaze is dead.

Yeah. Eaten whole by a redhood cobra, or so I hear.

Blaze was foul-mouthed and cursed at me every time I made a mistake.

Our constant fighting exasperated Hawkendale, who always admonished us.

It was a good party, wasn't it?

Yeah, but we two middle-aged supporters are the only ones left.

Still, you sure have changed, Roxy.

Have I? I haven't noticed myself.

Yeah. You've gotten a lot more mature.

What does that mean? Are you making fun of me?

I'm not making fun of you. It's, like, your aura or something.

You used to be more childish.

I may still look the same, but I have been living my life.

That's what I'm talking about.

You used to be desperate to look grown-up.

You would've been ecstatic if I'd called you "mature."

Do you think so?

I guess you're right. I was like that once.

I didn't know my limits back then.

I was obsessed with not being looked down on as a child.

Now, on the other hand, I'm a king-class water mage.

My reputation has gotten out of hand.

Everyone expects me to do things I can't, like casting incantation-less spells.

But you haven't changed, Nokopara. Except for your looks.

What's that supposed to mean? Are you implying I've gotten old?

You could say that.

Look who's talking!

Are you as greedy as ever? Do you still make money by going after the weak?

Listen, you, I'm just teaching them how harsh the adventuring life can be.

That said, I've been on my best behavior since I got burned two years ago.

Burned? You, Nokopara?

Yeah.

By a party of three called "Dead End."

Well, forget about that story.

More importantly, you came all the way back here.

Have you visited your parents?

Well?

O-Oh.

My parents...

H-Hang on, are you kidding me?

Don't tell me you've never gone home in all this time.

It's not like anyone would be happy to see me back.

You're unbelievable.

I take back what I said. You haven't changed a bit since back then.

You just keep running away like that.

What gives you the right to lecture me about that?

I'll have you know that after I split up with you guys,

I got myself a wife, and we had kids. Three of 'em!

They're so cute you wouldn't believe it!

You're bragging about your love life now?

I scold them or fight with them sometimes,

but I'd be or do anything for them.

That's just how parents are.

Who cares if you can't use telepathy?

There are things that matter a lot more than that.

I don't want to hear that from a boor who only thinks about money like you.

Well, I know how you are, so I know you won't listen,

but you should really make up with them before you regret it.

You've only got one family, you know?

It's changed a little.

Maybe there are a few more people. I think there's more greenery, too.

But it's still as eerily quiet as it used to be.

Please stop. I can't understand what you're saying.

That's the look they give outsiders.

I lived with a feeling of alienation from the time I was born until I grew up.

An exclusionary, closed-off world.

I hate this village.

I never thought that I'd come back here again, but...

It offers the strength to rise again.

Healing.

I'm home.

Roxy!

It's been a while.

Welcome home, Roxy. Have you been well?

What have you been doing? Did you come alone?

No. You see...

We've heard rumors about you from travelers.

Would you tell us your story?

Well, a lot happened, and...

I see.

Still, I'm so glad that you're safe.

You can stay for a while, can't you?

Stay here as long as you like.

U-Um...

I think I'll leave now.

Are you leaving already?

I am.

At least stay the night!

No. I'm on an urgent journey.

I just stopped by.

Wh-When will you come home next?

I can't say.

I may never come back again.

Roxy. At least come home once every 20 years, all right?

All right.

I may visit sometime in the next 50 years.

Really? You promise?

Yes.

I'm sorry.

I promised myself that I wouldn't cry if I ever got to see you again.

I'm so sorry.

Mom.

Um... Let me see...

Oh, here.

This is a "horse."

'Orse!

Um... This is a "pelt."

Pelt!

That's right, Roxy! Well, done.

What are you doing?

Roxy!

Am I a bad girl?!

Is that why no one will talk to me?!

I'm sorry. It's my fault.

You're not a bad girl, Roxy.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry.

The parents I knew always seemed heartbroken.

Even as a child, I realized that that was because of me.

I was an outcast because I couldn't speak telepathically.

That's why I ran away from home.

I was sure that these people would be happy if I were gone.

That's what I thought.

Roxy?

Mom! I'm so sorry for leaving without warning!

I'm sorry, Dad.

I just realized for the first time

that words weren't what mattered.

Oh, good morning, Roxy.

Good morning.

Good morning, Mom, Dad.

Are you leaving already?

Yes. I'm sorry.

I've got to search for my missing...

...apprentice, who looks up to me.

I see.

Oh, now that you mention it, two years ago,

a boy who said he was your student visited the village.

Huh?

Let me think. His name was...

Rudeus.

That's right! Rudeus!

What?!

I wonder if those children have made it home yet.

"Children"? You mean there was someone else with him?

Oh, yes.

He was traveling with a girl called Eris and Mr. Ruijerd.

Ruijerd is a Superd, you know?

A S-S-Superd?!

We started dealing with him not long after you left the village.

We'd always been afraid of the Superd, but he turned out to be--

Roxy?!

Oh dear!

I'll visit again soon.

Great.

Feel free to bring Rudeus with you next time.

N-Never!

I forbid it, you hear?!

Still, I can't believe Rudeus is with a Superd.

In that case,

the infamous trio calling themselves Dead End must be Rudeus and his party.

That's the reasonable conclusion.

I see. It finally makes sense.

I was sure that no one could be foolhardy enough to impersonate Dead End,

but I wouldn't put it past Rudeus.

And he convinced a Superd to join him?

Just how amazing will he turn out to be?

I'm back.

Oh, Roxy. When did you get back?

Hey! Roxy!

Icicle Break!

You need to get used to that already, Roxy.

And you need to start doing it where people won't see you, Elinalise.

Oh, but people watching makes it more arousing.

What are we going to do now?

Let's head to the north of the Demon Continent.

We haven't found Zenith, Lilia, or Aisha yet.

Don't you want to see your student?

I don't mind.

I know that Rudeus is safe now.

We'll meet again somewhere eventually.

There are more cities on the Demon Continent.

Let's keep checking them one by one, like we have been.

"Episode 18:" "Separate Journeys"

"Next time:"

"Next time:" "Route Selection"