"Or should we first?"
Still seeming unable to recover from their earlier conversation, Klein repeated the question in confusion.
"Or should we take a stroll on the deck first?"
Angel replied with a light laugh, catching the trace of disappointment on Klein's face that not even the Faceless's abilities had managed to suppress.
He abruptly rose from the sofa.
For a moment, Angel had almost thought that this Mad Adventurer intended to put the true meaning of the Acting Method into practice right there, but Klein merely took his suitcase into the master bedroom, unpacked his clothes and necessities, then returned to the living room.
"Let's go take a look at the dining room."
He spoke in an even tone.
Why have you switched back into Klein mode? Angel conveyed her thoughts with a look.
"Even a Mad Adventurer would show kindness and gentleness toward a beautiful Miss..."
Klein saw Angel's confusion and casually added a new trait to "Gehrman."
"Mm, a beautiful Miss?"
"Cough, I meant beautiful An... Miss Angelica."
Klein hurriedly explained.
The two first took a walk around the upper deck and familiarized themselves with the ship before leisurely making their way to the luxurious first-class dining room. It occupied the White Agate's best location for views, with rows of large portholes on two sides, excellent lighting, an elegant atmosphere, and a violinist in the corner playing melodious music. It made Angel feel as though she had returned to an aristocratic salon in Backlund.
The tables of varying sizes could seat over a hundred people, but only a third of the seats were currently occupied by first-class passengers. Screens or cabinets separated the different tables, ensuring a degree of privacy.
Angel and Klein chose a table by the window. At the waiter's recommendation, they ordered braised