Raphael had no idea that a large golden-haired dog had also learned how to summon the messenger Pain.
As far as he was concerned, only one thing remained to be done before the new year: preparing to act as a "Serial Killer."
The time for his performance had already been set: the night of New Year's Day.
What surprised Raphael a little, however, was that his warning letter did not seem to have caused much of a stir.
Had the warning letter gone missing? Or had no one taken it seriously?
In any case, it was only one part of Raphael's performance. If it had failed to work, so be it.
Amid all the bustle, New Year's Day finally arrived.
Backlund Bridge Borough.
After seeing how many people were waiting at the omnibus stop, Xio and Fors decisively turned into an alley. Fors used "Traveler" to take Xio to Municipal Square in the West Borough.
There was a fireworks display at Municipal Square that New Year's night.
A second or two later, they appeared in an alley not far from Municipal Square, then followed the crowd into the square and found a spot with a good view to wait.
They had barely exchanged a few casual remarks when their spirituality suddenly guided them to look in the same direction.
They soon spotted Raphael in the crowd.
Fors waved at Raphael. He saw them too, and the three soon met up.
"Are you here to watch the fireworks too?" Xio asked.
"I didn't know there was a fireworks display here." Raphael gave his signature wickedly charming smile. "Spending New Year's alone is pretty dull, so I came out for a walk somewhere with plenty of people."
Xio and Fors exchanged a glance, communicating silently. Then Xio invited Raphael, "Shall we