That day, it was Miss Danist who went out with him. It was not because Miss Owl feared the rain would soak her feathers, but because Miss Danist had accompanied him when they met the Hermits last time. Besides, the red-haired girl was hoping that the Hermit Order might have more news about her teacher.
The witch stayed behind to prepare the ingredients for the warming potion. The potion was not difficult to brew, and they could probably begin the final step tonight.
Naturally, Shade would not be taking Little Mia out with him, so Miss Winslet continued looking after it for the time being. That cat seemed to like Miss Owl very much, though it was different from how it liked Tifa. Shade suspected that Little Mia might have mistaken the Great Witch of Death for one of its own kind.
Of course, he did not voice that thought, so as not to wound Miss Owl's pride.
After bidding farewell to the ladies at the inn, Shade and Miss Danist took a carriage out of the city, then continued on foot toward Mi Ge Village in the forest.
Since it was raining lightly, both of them carried umbrellas. While they were still in the city, Shade spoke with her about his future plans. Only after they entered the forest did he ask about the elves.
"Nightsong Elves? Yes, the Academy does have that Elf Clan. There are quite a few such students in the Library Management College, but what do you need them for?"
Most elves retained the tradition of matrilineal clans, so Miss Danist used female pronouns for them as well.
"I want to ask about some matters from the Fifth Epoch."
"I see. Another one of your time adventures, right? I suppose the Magic Potion Formula you