Diverging Paths

Before dawn

The main members of Fear Circus had all gathered in the undecorated stage area, standing in a row as if they were about to receive some kind of award.

Seated in her wheelchair, Boss distributed strands of hair bound with red cords into the hands of the various leaders. Each bundle corresponded to a "severed Circus Tent." The buildings of each department, the team members, all the props, and at least a thousand barrels of instant noodles were contained within them. This was a display of Boss's abilities.

Mr. Rabbit received the most hair—twice the average amount, in fact. After all, the Acrobatic Troupe was enormous.

William received the least, estimated to be only one-tenth of the Acrobatic Troupe's share.

The division was complete.

At present, the Circus only had the stage area where everyone stood, the kitchen, and the public square remaining, yet it could still maintain its stability deep within the subspace.

While everyone dispersed to different corners of the world to perform alone and gather fear, Boss would remain here, silently watching over everything and slowing the deterioration of her body as much as possible.

"Then, I wish everyone a safe journey. Thank you all for your contributions to the Circus."

Poker Face's team controlled the exit of the Circus Tent, sending each department to the location in the Old World where they wished to go.

The first to leave was the Acrobatic Troupe. Mr. Rabbit specifically sought out William and transmitted his message through a collision of their chests. He was always happy to welcome William to the Acrobatic Troupe; he could even merge the entire theater into it.

"Thank you for the offer, Mr. Rabbit. I'll first see if I can make a name for myself on my own... If I find I