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If I listen closely, I can still clearly hear the voices of my companions.

But if I turn to look... will they really still be there?

I'm a little afraid.

What if they're nothing more than illusions?

I don't want to close my eyes.

There's still so much left for me to do.

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The second illustration is likely Soma and Lilia.

Before these precious companions—and these irreplaceable moments—turn to ash and disappear...

The third collection of short stories is here, featuring more than 60 stories, including three brand-new tales written exclusively for this volume.

After a long journey, Haruhiro and his companions arrive atop a hill blessed with a breathtaking view. As Manato, Moguzo, and the others laugh and chat together, Merry quietly reaches out and takes Haruhiro's hand. The voice he cherishes echoes softly in his ears, accompanied by the warmth of her presence by his side. Yet... is that fleeting moment of happiness nothing more than an illusion?

This volume includes "Let This Moment Stand Still," the poignant centerpiece of the collection, alongside "Incomplete Record," Merry's introspective monologue as the No-Life King resides within her soul. It also features three newly written stories from Grimgar of Fantasy and Ash Gaiden, as well as "Shihoru and Yume," which portrays the painful nights spent grappling with the emotional scars left by Manato's death. In addition, more than sixty revised and polished bonus short stories (SS)—carefully reworked by the author—are collected in this single volume.

A must-read companion to Grimgar of Fantasy and Ash, this collection reveals the unseen sides, hidden moments, and untold perspectives of the world and its beloved characters, offering readers a deeper appreciation of the story beyond the main narrative.