Fern x Frieren part 16

Fern

(Frieren would never accept my feelings... I'm just her apprentice.)

Frieren

Fern, I sense your unease. Is something troubling you?

Fern

F-Frieren... I... I have feelings for you.

Frieren

I care for you deeply as well, Fern. You've become precious to me.

Fern

Really? You mean that?

Frieren

Of course. Don't cry. I've grown to cherish our bond.

Aura

Surprise training exercise! Show me your combat skills!

Frieren

Aura, your timing is... inconvenient. Perhaps we should postpone this 'exercise'?

Frieren

Though I suppose it's a good lesson in expecting the unexpected.