(This is an extra chapter to promote a friend's book. Also, don't forget Annihilation!)
"Ah... I got sidetracked. Say, Bai Ye, what brings you here this time?"
Skyfire looked at Bai Ye curiously.
"I came to find someone... an operator codenamed 'Eyjafjalla,'" Bai Ye answered.
"Ah, so it's her." Miss Skyfire suddenly understood.
"At first, none of us expected that child to be such an extraordinary research specialist. Not only is she skilled in the arts, but she has also achieved remarkable results in the field of Catastrophes—and most importantly, she's even a Catastrophe Messenger."
Miss Skyfire went on and on about Eyjafjalla.
"Speaking of youth, isn't Miss Skyfire also a very young genius?" Bai Ye said quietly from the side.
"You did that on purpose, didn't you..." Skyfire shot Bai Ye a displeased look. "Tch—I admit it. I can't compare to her."
"Oh? I never thought proud Miss Skyfire would admit defeat..." Bai Ye teased.
"Mm... I'm a little unwilling to accept it, but that's the truth. I know it very well. Dr. Kal'tsit's assessment of me probably focuses on my [potential], while that child Eyjafjalla is genuinely incredible. I've read several of her papers. They're truly remarkable."
This time, Miss Skyfire did not get angry at Bai Ye's words. Instead, she frankly admitted her own shortcomings.
"Keep it up, Skyfire," Bai Ye encouraged her.
Although Skyfire was a disappointing AoE Caster in the game, this was Terra, not a game. Miss Skyfire was still an outstanding researcher.
"If you're looking for Miss Eyjafjalla, Bai Ye, you can go straight to the third office. She should still be in there."
Skyfire pointed at the doorplate.
"Thanks. Get some rest early." Bai Ye waved to her.
"I'll head straight over to Miss FrostNova's." Skyfire nodded.
After bidding Miss Skyfire farewell,