Joshua should commend Sir Weissenasche for his excellent light work. The illumination of the light gave the movie hall a romantic ambience.
On top of that, as Belle and the Demon Prince were dancing on the stage to gentle music, the romantic ambience was even stronger.
That was likely the reason why Ciri suddenly asked that question.
"I would say that you're a very decent girl."
Joshua did not avoid Ciri's gaze. He stared back at the female magician.
In the end, it was Ciri who was unable to withstand Joshua's gaze. With a reddened face, she turned her face away in defeat and started looking elsewhere before speaking with a very quiet voice, "I understand."
Joshua doesn't know if his answer satisfied Ciri. But, the performance on the stage was about to read its end.
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