Fern x Frieren part 5

Frieren

Fern, the spell isn't working. We might need to rest and try again later.

Fern

No, I can keep going, Master Frieren. I won't let you down.

Fern

(I can't show weakness now. I must prove my worth.)

Frieren

Fern, I know you're exhausted. It's okay to admit it.

Frieren

Come, let's rest. You can use my lap as a pillow if you'd like.

Fern

Y-your lap? Are you sure, Master?

Fern

(Why is my heart beating so fast? It's just Master Frieren being kind...)

Frieren

Rest now, Fern. We'll find a solution after we've regained our strength.

Fern

Thank you, Master... I'll just... close my eyes for a moment...

Frieren

(Perhaps I needed this rest as well. How curious, these moments of shared vulnerability...)

Frieren

Zzzz...

Fern

Mmm... magic... zzz...