“No, not at all! I was a little sad earlier, but now I’m really happy. The legendary clown appeared right in front of me like this!”

Certainly, unlike before, Theo’s face was adorned with a bright smile. Theo’s questions continued without a pause.
“The legendary clown can teleport to various places and even breathe fire from their hands, is that true? They can also handle animals. Oh! I heard they can put on incredibly spectacular performances!”

“Yes, that’s right. For example, like this?”

As the woman showed a dagger, she quickly threw it. The dagger flew to the center of a distant tree and stuck there.

Then, the strings connected to the tree were cut one by one, and colorful flames burst around Theo and the woman.

Theo looked around with an admiring face.

“Hey, hey! Can you also throw balls like this? I’m practicing throwing them in sets of three!”

“Yes. Adding three more here is also possible.”

“Wow!”

Every time the woman threw a ball or scattered flower petals, Theo generously applauded. After showing several performances, Theo asked.

“Hey, can I become like the legendary clown if I practice hard?”

“Why? Would Master Theo also like to become a clown?”

“Well… No. I’m not sure about that yet.”

After hesitating for a moment, Theo, who had furrowed his brows in thought, soon smiled broadly.

“But you know, I really like it when people laugh at my performances.”

“…”

“So, I want to practice and be able to put on a great show.”

Picking up the dropped ball, Theo spoke confidently. The woman smiled in response.

“Yes. That’s good. Whether it’s a performance or something else, I hope Master Theo Gongja’s heart, wanting to bring laughter to people, remains unchanged.”

“Yes! I will really do that!”

“Yes. Oh, by the way.”

The woman put her index finger on her lips.

“And, you know this meeting with me is a secret from others, right?”

Theo followed her and put his index finger to his lips.

“Yes! Of course. I’ll keep it a secret. Don’t worry.”

Then, as if reluctant to part with her, Theo rubbed his hands together.

“Um, then… Can’t I meet the legendary clown again later?”

“Yes. Unfortunately, I cannot appear in front of people recklessly.”

“As expected… Well…”

Disappointed, Theo approached the woman, who flicked her finger. Then, a flower appeared from her hand, and she handed it to Theo.

“But don’t be too sad. I will always be watching over Master Theo Gongja from anywhere. Understand?”

“Yes, yes!”

Taking the flower, Theo vigorously nodded his head.

“I’ll really practice hard! As the clown said, I’ll eat well, and even if the kids tease me, I won’t get upset!”

“Yes. Good. If possible, listen to your parents, get along with your sister, and…”

“Yes?”

“Oh, no, no. Oh, my, time has passed so quickly. I have to leave now.”

The woman stepped back a few steps, waving her hand slightly.

“Then, take care. Master Theo Gongja.”
With the final farewell, smoke rose around the woman. Soon, the smoke concealed her figure, and when it cleared, the woman was already gone. In her vacant spot, iridescent papers were fluttering.

“Wow…”

Watching the woman’s stage that seemed like a fantasy until the end, Theo absentmindedly applauded. Soon regaining his composure, Theo shouted confidently.

“Alright. Someday, I’ll become a legendary clown just like her…!”

Holding the flower that had appeared in his hand, Theo, with clenched fists, grinned broadly. And at that moment, five figures were watching over such Theo.