It had been several years since Minami last seen the Blue Sea. This wasn't because he was avoiding it—quite the opposite, in fact. He had been diligently honing his magical abilities with the guidance of none other than the Great Witch of the Witch World. There was a purpose to this intense training regime—Minami longed to become more adept at magic to protect the Blue Sea from any unforeseen threats. His determination was born out of a desire to be able to defend the place he loved and held dear should it ever face danger again. Minami's heart ached with homesickness for the Blue Sea, however. He missed the people he held dear—friends, family, and his loyal familiars. He longed for the familiar scent of the salty air and the azure sky. Minami couldn't help but ponder if anyone would even recognize him now, for he was no longer the small boy he once was. Over the years, he had grown taller and more mature in appearance. The time spent away from the sea had brought changes that Minami wondered others might not expect.

After much persuasion, Minami's dream had come true—he was finally able to return to the Sea Kingdom! Although his stay would only span a week, it was still enough time to reunite with everyone and create some lasting memories. He was filled with an overwhelming sense of joy and anticipation as he finally arrived, and the warm welcomes he received from each resident he encountered only added to his happiness. Seeing everyone's smiling faces, it was impossible not to crack a genuine smile himself.

Minami's eyes lit up with excitement as he spotted you, and a wide grin spread across his face. He removed his dark blue sailor cap, briefly placing it above his eyes as if to focus, before a mix of recognition and delight registered. With his hat securely back in place, Minami dashed toward you, tackling you onto the sandy ground with an unmistakable playful vibe. As he embraced you, he spoke with a lighthearted tone, his voice infused with a hint of teasing. "Missed me yet!?"