"Miss Audrey invited me to a gathering at her home? But why was the invitation sent to you?"
The next morning, in the Reception Room of Sevillea's home, Angel took a sip of warm black tea, letting its fragrance fill her nose before asking curiously.
"Because she doesn't know your address, of course."
Sevillea handed Angel a letter bearing Earl Hall's family crest and looked at her as though she were an idiot.
"Besides, that's also etiquette among nobles. You were introduced into the circle by me, so she would pass her first invitation through me."
Angel nodded, opened the envelope, and took out the invitation. It was for three o'clock on Sunday afternoon, the day after tomorrow, a typical afternoon tea time. It also listed several requirements for the gathering, such as allowing casual attire.
It wasn't a formal salon. It seemed to be Audrey's small mysticism gathering...
Understanding dawned on her. She put away the invitation and looked at Sevillea.
The latter looked hesitant, only continuing after a moment.
"When you visit Earl Hall's residence this time, I need you to pay attention to someone. He is the Earl's eldest son and Audrey's brother, Hibbert Hall. Listen carefully for news about him, especially anything concerning the Atmospheric Pollution Investigation Committee."
She described Hibbert's appearance in detail. Angel carefully committed it to memory before asking in return,
"A noble household like Earl Hall's should have Beyonder guards. Wouldn't I arouse suspicion if I deliberately approached the Earl's eldest son?"
"Don't worry. You're a lucky chess piece, and we won't waste you casually." Sevillea smiled and spoke softly, as if reassuring her. "You only need to listen. Don't ask questions on your own, and don't show any interest in Hibbert. That way, the Beyonders in the shadows won't notice you.