In Terra, a Hunter, and Also a Bad Woman

As Renia stared in astonishment, Maria's pupils suddenly flashed.

A crimson hue appeared and vanished in an instant.

Before Renia could say anything, Maria had already returned to normal.

"I had wondered who these people were, but now... I think I understand."

"Apparently, not everyone supports your choice."

As Maria spoke, she continued walking.

Though Renia had no idea what Maria had done, the distant grass suddenly rustled in an eerie way.

It seemed to mean Maria had retaliated somehow, but...

No one knew how she had done it.

"Gulp..."

After swallowing, Renia fell silent for a long while.

She wanted to say something, but the words caught in her throat and refused to come out.

She followed Maria to the study in a somewhat stiff manner, and the two sat facing each other.

"Your idea is good. Contact with the Sarkaz would indeed benefit peace, but clearly... not everyone can accept your choice. At the very least, this attack proves that many people oppose what you are doing. They even sent people here to play dirty tricks..."

Maria crossed her legs and looked at Renia, her voice low.

"Since this place bears your name, they naturally assumed it was some sort of base for you and came here to cause trouble..."

"...Sorry."

"You don't need to apologize, Renia. This has nothing to do with you."

Maria waved a hand, folded her hands over her knees, and silently removed the flower crown from her head. She carefully placed its delicate flowers into a vase beside her, then put her distinctive tricorne hat back on.

"It is simply that some people's vile nature is difficult to change."

After speaking, Maria pondered for a moment before looking at Renia again.

By now, Renia had calmed down considerably.

After thinking for a moment,