Whooo!
The monstrous steam locomotive spewed smoke, hauling its long body into the platform as it gradually slowed.
Once the train had come to a complete stop, Xio Derecha stepped onto the platform with a small suitcase in hand, following the crowd out of the station.
Then, she saw the familiar figure waiting beside a carriage, waving at her.
A smile unconsciously curled up at the corners of Xio's lips.
Her friend was naturally Abner. The moment Xio spotted him, he noticed her as well. After all, although Xio was not tall, as a Disciplinary Paladin who had relentlessly pursued vicious criminals and administered "Punishment," she carried an innate Majesty that made those around her instinctively keep their distance.
When Xio approached, Abner naturally took her luggage and led her into the carriage.
Only then did Abner carefully examine his friend. She wore a brown tricorne hat tied with silk ribbons, a fitted red jacket cinched at the waist, and a blue cloak over it. Beneath was a white shirt, its collar adorned with a large lace decoration.
Matching the jacket were dark trousers, and many small square pouches hung from her waist, containing items commonly used in battle.
She looked sharp, capable, and valiant.
It was just that the more than month-long Punishment had apparently exhausted her too much, as the baby fat on her face had noticeably diminished.
Seeing this, Abner sighed and said, "You didn't actually need to rush so eagerly into Acting... As for your father's case, I'm confident now."
Xio glanced at the carriage driver and discovered that she was Cecia, the puppet of Abner's Magic Mirror, in disguise. The area around the carriage had also been sealed with a Spiritual Lock. Only then did she shake her head and say:
"I know you'll help