Angel cast a distant glance at the grand theater, whose popularity was gradually showing signs of rising, then turned and flew toward the manor.
He did not plan to watch Shali's magic performance. After all, he had refined the playing cards himself, so he already had a good idea of what sort of show Shali would put on.
Though Shali might come up with some ingenious new tricks, too little time had passed since she obtained the Absurd Playing Cards. It would probably be difficult for her to innovate in such a short span. Half a year from now, or perhaps a year, if he had the chance, it would not be too late to watch her performance then. By that time, she would surely have something fresh and original to show.
After returning to the manor, Angel intended to discuss the details of their departure with Sanders.
However, the moment he stepped into the hall, he unexpectedly saw an elegant woman seated opposite Gloria, delicately sipping tea.
"Witch Sang Ye," Angel softly spoke her name.
She was none other than Sang Ye, the "Golden Umbrella," from Deep Sea Song and a disciple of Florence, the Sea God.
"We meet again." Sang Ye smiled and nodded at Angel.
Sang Ye was still dressed in white accented with golden patterns today, but she was no longer as simply dressed as when they had last met.
This time, she wore an extremely formal court gown. Its ruffles were a full five layers thick, while the lacework and finely arranged gold threads all proclaimed the splendor of this long court dress.
Not only that, Sang Ye wore a complete set of jewelry. Even a feathered court hat and face veil were not omitted.
Moreover, Angel detected familiar fluctuations from within Witch Sang Ye's