Letting someone like Stephen Clark stay in the small town of Autumn Leaf forever was indeed unrealistic, and Grandma Allen didn’t want to see such a future either.

　　But even so, she didn’t know why Stephen Clark was so determined. It was hard to imagine that a ten-year-old child could have such perseverance and make such a bold decision.

　　“This might be the best choice…” Stephen Clark sighed in his heart.

　　This world was full of fantasy and brilliance, dazzling and magnificent! For someone who came from another world, every place here attracted Stephen Clark, making him want to explore and cross boundaries.

　　At the same time, Stephen Clark also understood that over the years, Qinggu House had fallen into a slump. Relying solely on Grandma Allen’s savings, it was already difficult for the orphanage to keep running for much longer.

　　So, not just for himself, Stephen Clark didn’t want to add any more burden to Qinggu House. Even knowing the road ahead would be tough, Stephen Clark never thought of backing down.

　　Since he had already experienced transmigration, Stephen Clark wanted to see the outside world. If he didn’t even have that much courage, he would be unworthy of the title “transmigrator”—how would that be any different from being a salted fish?

　　There was no other reason—he just wanted to see the wonders of this world!!

Chapter 2: Steps That Will Not Stop

　　In the Hoenn Continent, in Autumn Leaf Town, a place where all kinds of little elves lived.

　　The aroma of food wafted, filling all of Qinggu House.

　　Looking with satisfaction at his handiwork, the rich yet light and nutritious lunch was the last gift Stephen Clark left for everyone.

　　He didn’t know what he would achieve after leaving here, but rather than indulging in mediocrity, Stephen Clark would rather burn his bridges and give it his all. This world was not as beautiful as in anime; even to become an ordinary trainer required many conditions and restrictions.

　　Qinggu House was called an orphanage, but in fact, there were only seven children. The only one taking care of them was Grandma Allen. When she was young, Grandma Allen was a coordinator trainer, but now she was alone. Grandma Allen had no children of her own, and with her remaining savings, she established this orphanage called Qinggu House.

　　Because of Grandma Allen, the children all grew up listening to her stories from her youth, so naturally, they developed a great interest in being coordinators.

　　Almost every child in Qinggu House dreamed of becoming an outstanding coordinator in the future, and Stephen Clark was no exception.

　　However, the usually lively children seemed a bit quiet today. Clearly, they already knew about Stephen Clark’s decision to leave.

　　Gathered around the table, a boy finally couldn’t help but speak: “Stephen Clark ge, are you really leaving?”

　　Stephen Clark nodded. He had been here for four years. In the end, he had always relied on Qinggu House. Although he had done many things, it was not enough to repay the kindness of Grandma Allen and Qinggu House. Without them, Stephen Clark could hardly imagine what kind of trouble he might have gotten into, lost and confused as he was when he first arrived. He hadn’t inherited any property, and even making a simple living could have been a big problem.

　　In his previous life, he was all alone. Qinggu House had given him so many things he never had before.

　　So, now that things had come to this, Stephen Clark naturally couldn’t just stay here any longer. The children had grown up and no longer needed his care. After years of accumulating experience, Stephen Clark felt it was time to set out on his own journey.

　　Maybe only by going out could he truly do something meaningful for everyone at Qinggu House.

　　“But…” The children’s voices were choked with emotion. Even though they already knew Stephen Clark’s choice, the thought of parting still made them reluctant. The big brother who had always taken care of them was about to leave. Even if they could meet again in the future, such a long separation was not something children under ten could bear.

　　“Sigh, children, respect Stephen Clark’s choice.”

　　Outside the door, the white-haired Grandma Allen came in. When they saw her, the children immediately made room for Grandma Allen.

　　“Grandma Allen, you’re here,” the children said in unison.

　　“Come, eat lunch, Grandma,” Stephen Clark said.

　　Faced with the children’s pleas, Stephen Clark couldn’t help but feel a bit shaken inside. Although he didn’t see himself as a child their age, and at first took care of them to repay kindness, after so much time living together, even though he often found their mischief troublesome, after all they’d been through, how could he not feel anything?

　　After living here for four years, Stephen Clark didn’t want to see Qinggu House desolate and rundown years later.

　　“Let’s eat,” Stephen Clark said to the children, who were all in low spirits.

　　And so, under the urging of Grandma Allen and Stephen Clark, the children hurriedly ate a few bites of lunch. This exquisite meal passed in such a somber atmosphere.

　　The joyful mood of the past could never be found again. Grandma Allen tried to lighten the mood, but anyone could see that both the children and Stephen Clark were distracted.

　　The long lunch finally came to an end.

　　“I’m going to pack my things.”

　　After saying this quietly, Stephen Clark left.