Hoshino transformed into Swift Feather of the Foggy City and strolled elegantly to the theatre entrance once more.
The Globe Theatre was somewhat deserted today.
There was not even a notice outside the foyer announcing the day's performance. It was not merely because of the fallen chandelier incident; word of last night's commotion seemed to have spread as well. Rumors of the Phantom circulated from mouth to mouth, dealing a heavy blow to Victoria's arts-loving aristocrats.
They were not afraid. Their hearts were filled only with excitement.
"Great Detective Fu Holmes!"
Hoshino's arrival was like a stabilizing pillar. After yesterday's events, Hoshino had thoroughly proven her ability. She was regarded as a mysterious, reliable great detective from the equally ancient and mysterious Yan Kingdom, following the trail of news about the Phantom to investigate.
"So the Phantom really does exist, right?"
"I kept watch in the theatre last night until dawn. I did indeed see the theatre Phantom you spoke of."
Hoshino answered calmly.
Her azure eyes fixed on the Feline girl. This was Tina, the one who had accidentally caught sight of Phantom. She was somewhat short, with pale golden hair resembling cake frosting.
Hoshino needed to know exactly how much she understood.
She spoke bluntly. "Could you describe in detail how you encountered the Phantom?"
"..."
Tina hesitated, while May, hiding to one side, raised her recorder.
"The investigation has reached a new turning point. After meeting the target, Great Detective Fu Holmes questioned the witness. Her tone was gentle yet pressing, electricity dancing at her fingertips. Surely no one could lie before a detective like this."
This was how detectives ought to be!
If electricity danced at her own fingertips too, she could snap her fingers before the old penguin from Penguin Logistics, and he would definitely