Infinite Paths: The Raging Phoenix

The next day, Rain felt completely healed, so he headed towards the East with all his might and ended up reaching the village where his family was living before sunset. While he wanted to talk with his parents about his concerns, Rain decided to wait until the girls fell asleep. Rain\'s parents and grandparents listened to what he said, and they didn\'t seem surprised.

"... I understand your concerns, but it isn\'t like you have any other choice," Roan said.

"Dear?" Leiah said while showing a cold smile. "How about you try to help with a solution instead of making the situation worse?"

"I wish that I could, that anyone could, but it is impossible," Roan said. "We are proud of you. People are calling you a war hero, but you didn\'t let that get to your head. At the same time, you don\'t want to fight wars that humans might start out of greed… However, we live in a period of strife; we either defend or attack. We can only attack in moments like these,"

Rain really understood where his dad was coming from. He grew stronger during a time of war, which had both good and bad effects. Because he was so strong, he couldn\'t just avoid fighting – people depended on him to protect their cities. He also wanted to make sure his sisters stayed safe, so he had to think carefully about what to do.

Rain realized he had to agree with his dad. He couldn\'t just back down from his duty because he was powerful. But he also knew he had to be smart about it. It wasn\'t only about fighting but also finding ways to keep the fights away from where his sisters lived. It was a tough job, but Rain understood that it was important to do more than fight.

He needed to ensure his family and everyone in his realm stayed safe in the long run.

"You have these problems because you fought to recover our lands, and that wasn\'t the wrong thing to do," Roan said. "While it is all right for you to worry about battles that you shouldn\'t fight in, you don\'t have to worry about it alone. Just do whatever you think is right, and we will handle the outcome together."

"You are right… Thanks, Dad," Rain said and then smiled.

"I try to be as often as possible," Roan said.

"Putting that aside, it would be nice if we could visit your home," Leiah said. "It seems a bit too soon for you to have one, though. The girls should be ready to move there in two months."

"I should be able to finish the house and buy the necessary things for them," Rain said. "For now, it is probably impossible for you all to visit me, but I am working on something that will eventually make that possible. Just wait for a bit."

Rain\'s parents and grandparents couldn\'t help but feel curious about Rain\'s activities and intentions. Yet, they chose to embrace the anticipation of a surprise, refraining from prying into his plans prematurely.

Initially, Rain had envisioned a week of relaxation and leisure. However, his plans took an unexpected turn. Instead of lounging around, he found himself engaged in frequent sparring sessions with his father. Beyond this, he undertook the role of an instructor, revealing the art of magic tricks to his sisters.

Rain\'s teaching extended beyond mere entertainment. He diligently coached his sisters, guiding them to enhance their Impulse – likely a skill crucial for self-improvement and control. Furthermore, he imparted the secrets of wind magic, enabling his sisters to perform an astonishing feat – running through the air.

Along this journey of guidance and growth, Rain embarked on a similar endeavor with his father. Despite the delayed initiation, he initiated his father into the intricacies of Impulse, recognizing the value of even a belated start.

"There were those weird movements about the beast people on the mountains, but it looks like nothing happened since then… still, if I were them, it would be the perfect moment to strike while the humans are focused in the opposite direction," Rain thought. "... Nothing is certain. These are all only speculations."

After Rain returned home, the next few weeks passed in the blink of an eye. The organization… or the King\'s, Blade received more members and a lot more work, but Rain only stayed in the city. Karla was always giving his jobs there since it looked like Branden wanted him to recover completely.

Rain dedicated several days to a rather unexpected task – fortifying the walls of the capital, even though the city was well beyond the perils of danger. It was a diligent effort on his part to bolster the city\'s defenses, displaying his commitment to its safety.

Following this endeavor, Rain undertook another significant responsibility. He was entrusted with the mission of enhancing the capital\'s water system. This task consumed a considerable amount of time. This undertaking further showcased his versatility and commitment to the city\'s well-being and its inhabitants. At least, that was what people thought while watching him.

"I guess Branden wants to use me as a poster boy for the organization…" Rain thought while furrowing his eyebrows. "That is why these jobs are paying more than usual."

For now, that wasn\'t a real problem, but Rain knew that he had to put his feet down when it did. Otherwise, things will escalate further. Branden was busy with a bunch of things now, so he might make some mistakes as well. Rain wasn\'t willing to pay for them, though.