Naturally, Shien had no idea what was happening on Aiyi's side.
All Shien knew was that, after that little girl's merciless punch, he was finally no longer so dazed.
Still, Shien felt that he would probably never forget Nien's kiss for the rest of his life.
The feeling of it was truly difficult to put into words for others.
Of course, Shien was not about to go around bragging about it like Aiyi had said.
Otherwise, his stomach would definitely be taking a few more punches.
So, Shien gathered himself and entered the dining room.
To Shien's surprise, the dining room was still empty today. Not only was Migis absent, but Vivian and the others were nowhere to be found either.
Shien sensed the surroundings and discovered that Vivian and the others were not in the residence at all.
"They went out early in the morning?"
Shien grew puzzled and promptly asked the butler what had happened.
The butler had this to say.
"The head of the house is still at the guild and did not return yesterday. Miss Vivian and the others are the same; they have not returned all night and appear to be carrying out a very important mission."
The butler's words left Shien somewhat concerned.
"Out all night, huh..."
That was indeed rare.
At least, ever since arriving in the Royal Capital, Vivian and the others had never stayed out overnight. Every commission they took could be completed with a return the same day. This was the first time they had failed to return for the night.
Of course, Shien did not find it strange.
Adventurers often had to spend the night outside in order to complete commissions. Sometimes, it was not merely one night; they might not return for a month or even an entire