"Being cautious does no harm. As long as the direction is right."
The Time Great Witch nodded gently. As long as Shade was safe, that was enough: "Servett, come to think of it, what has your teacher Galina been doing lately? Even in small cities far from Tobesk, I've heard rumors about her and that renowned detective. Some details of those rumors are rather outrageous."
These were the consequences of Galina flaunting her "strengths" at that afternoon tea gathering.
Tifa's expression did not change as she answered respectfully: "Miss had recently been assisting Miss Bayes in tracking down Doppelgangers. Regarding the House of Resurrection incident, after Miss Reinhart accidentally discovered Doppelgangers on the island, Miss informed Miss Bayes."
The golden-haired Time Great Witch stood up. "I see. Tell her to be careful as well. If she needs help, she can speak to me at any time. Since everything is fine, everyone should go back and rest. We've confirmed that the matter has been resolved and everyone is safe, correct?"
Those golden eyes, oppressive with the authority of someone in a high position, turned toward Tifa again. She answered with certainty: "Yes, Speaker. I also saw that list. Everyone is safe now."
"That's good."
Adele Isabella bid everyone farewell, then left the Council directly.
The Witches and apprentices watched the mist door vanish behind the seat of "Time." After waiting a while longer, Tifa finally said softly: "He's back. He's safe and uninjured. Little Mia jumped straight onto his shoulder."
The three Witches in the Council and Miss Swift did not go to Shade's home to confirm the situation. Adele Isabella had seemed somewhat strange just now, so to prevent that remarkably capable Speaker from tracking their movements, Vanessa, Bella, and Flora returned directly to their respective cities.
As for Luvia,