Bab 224: Disguise

Franca cast her gaze upon 126 Avenue du Marché and remarked, "Whether it's 'Black Scorpion' Roger, 'Baldy' Harman, or 'Short-legged Candlestick' Castina, none of them have shown themselves."

"Extremely cautious," Lumian objectively commented.

Franca let out a scoff.

"If I were in their shoes, I'd be cautious too. If I manage to make it through tonight, I can turn the tables and emerge victorious. How foolish would it be for me to reveal myself? Even if someone were to abduct Gardner and maim him at the doorstep, I wouldn't budge."

This example isn't convincing… Lumian asked, "What if it's Jenna who's bound instead of Gardner?"

"…" Franca fell silent.

Noticing the Provoker potion taking effect, Lumian, nearing the completion of his digestion, chose not to press further. Instead, he inquired, "What else have you observed?"