Angel's heart tightened. His body became an afterimage, and in an instant he appeared before Leon, watching the two-headed hound across from them with wary eyes.
"Who are you?" Angel did not attack outright. Pat Manor was now basically incapable of being invaded by Magic Beasts, so this two-headed hound was most likely connected to the newly arrived Xius. Still, to be safe, Angel did not dare let down his guard.
Only at close range did he notice that every strand of red fur on the two-headed hound seemed alive, drifting and swaying through the air. Of its two heads, one had its eyes covered by a black ribbon, as though it were sleeping with its eyes shut. The other resembled a wolf. Hearing Angel's sharp question, it let out a raspy chuckle.
"Angel, don't be nervous. Its name is Subi, and it is the 'mentor's' magical pet." Leon's voice came from behind him at that moment.
Leon's words confirmed Angel's guess.
Subi gave Angel a slight nod, then turned toward Leon. A shrill, grating voice came from its mouth. "Don't forget what I told you. I'm leaving first."
Having said that, Subi turned and leapt out through the window. Its bright-red fur danced in the air like a ball of flame.
Subi was incredibly fast. After only a few bounds, it vanished without a trace.
Only after Subi had disappeared did Angel turn back to look at Leon. Leon's face was still pale, and his body was wrapped in thick bandages, but he seemed to be in a good mood. The corners of his lips remained curved in a smile. Yet he did not dare laugh too hard, because any movement would tug at his wounds.
"You seem to be in a very good mood?" Angel waved a hand,