While they were talking, Bud suddenly sneezed, and just finished saying those just words. This sneeze seemed a bit out of place. But he quickly adjusted and said to himself, "Is there anyone who says bad things about me behind my back? Why do I feel so insecure?

"Cough, I went on to say just now, but... Where did I just say?

"Town Mayor, you said we should remember the past, be pragmatic now and look forward to the future!"

"Yes, yes, you're right. That's what I said just now, so I'll go on now. Why do I say such a thing today? I think many people already know that...