As for Shade's other neighbor—the neighbor of 7 Saint Derain Square—he happened to be away when Shade planned to pay a visit.
From the Smith Couple next door at Number 5 and the materials Detective Sparrow had left behind, Shade learned that the resident of Number 7 was a researcher at the Kingdom Army's Steam Machinery Equipment Research Institute. The house had been inherited from relatives.
But because the old gentleman was away on business all year round, he only returned to stay for a while each winter. Since he was not home, Shade did not need to ask for permission.
"The neighbors on both sides are a retired senior kingdom official and a researcher studying steam-powered weapons. Detective Sparrow really knew how to pick a place to live."
Although Sparrow Hamilton had long been buried in a foreign land, his story continued to influence Shade.
When Tuesday arrived, the repair and maintenance work at 6 Saint Derain Square officially began. Since both the 1st Floor and third floor were being renovated, the people constantly coming and going made it difficult for Shade to read at home.
So he left early in the morning, naturally taking the cat with him. Shade did not feel comfortable leaving it in the house as it was now.
He had quite a few things to do today. His first stop was the Seer Association to visit Luvia.
Luvia had recently been investigating that patch of Out-of-Control Darkness outside the city. She was likely terribly busy, so when Shade saw her, the Girl with Purple Eyes looked sleepy.
"Good morning, Shade. I heard your house is being renovated? News that the furniture delivery convoy nearly blocked the east side exit of Saint Derain Square yesterday has spread throughout the Association. The receptionists on the 1st