"She" had indeed guessed correctly. The card turned over was neither "Moon" nor "Demon," but "Phoenix." Professor Sanchez gave Shade a surprised look, as though he had not expected this result.
"Hams, I think they're all fine."
Professor Mirall said to Professor Sanchez, who nodded and accepted the answer.
"Very well, gentlemen and ladies. Please continue to pay attention to any news concerning Miss Mana Falianna. If you obtain valuable information, you may provide it to the Academy. The Academy will not be stingy with any reward—yes, any reward. Thank you for your cooperation. This inquiry is now concluded. We still need to meet with other local groups. Is there anything else you wish to say?"
The Doctor, Luvia, and "Dorothy" immediately shook their heads. Shade, who had a guilty conscience, naturally said nothing either. But Priest Augustus, standing behind the Doctor, raised his hand to indicate that he had something to say.
"The Dawn Church has assigned me to work near Sikar Mountain. I will probably leave next week, and there's a good chance I won't be back for the entire autumn. Leaving the group's local station for such an extended period needs to be reported to the Academy."
"Sikar Mountain... so the Orthodox Churches know about it as well."
Professor Sanchez frowned slightly.
"I understand. Such normal travel can be approved, but before leaving, you must submit a report, application form, and letter of commitment according to procedure. Once the exact location of your assignment is known, the Academy can arrange for you to temporarily join a local Study Group for a few months. Of course, you may refuse, but if you go several months without contacting the Academy, there will be a pile of paperwork waiting for you when you return."
"I understand."
Seeing Priest Augustus nod,