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Chapter 96 – Preparing for Departure

“So then, you said there was something else you wanted to talk about.”

“Ah, yes. It’s about the long-term trip to the U.S. that I’ve mentioned a few times before.”

Since the topic had lightened up a bit, I took the opportunity to shift my tone.
Otherwise, I wasn’t sure my nerves would hold.

“How long are you planning to stay?”

In response to Great-Grandfather’s question, I pretended to think for a moment, then said what I had already decided.

“Around three months, including travel time. I saw a lot over spring break, but this time I want to see the world. That trip in spring made me realize just how much I don’t know.”

“…If a child says something like that at your age, there’s no choice but to let them go. Right, Father?”

Before Great-Grandfather