บท 500: New Quest

"Just a moment, I'll check the records."

The lady behind the counter flashed a smile, radiant with sweetness.

Ali's gaze swept across the hall, suddenly pausing.

She stepped back half a step, whispering to Howard, "In the corner of the hall, near the entrance, that woman, she's the one who approached Jelia yesterday."

Following Ali's direction, Howard's eyes landed on a somewhat familiar silhouette.

Despite only seeing her from behind, Howard recognized her instantly.

This was not good news.

Keeping his expression neutral, Howard patted Ali on the shoulder, "You go ahead and get the badges. I'll go say hello to her."

"Is it dangerous? She's here for you, isn't she?" Ali grabbed Howard's wrist.

"No... not right now, at least. And even if it were, you'd be better off not doing anything foolish and just leaving. She's not someone we can handle." 

Howard shook off Ali's hand with a smile, his gaze turning icy.