Aventurine, the man with short blond hair, an extravagant coat, feather earrings, and eyes as beautiful as a blooming halo of vibrant colors-
Like Topaz, he was one of the Ten Stonehearts, a non-performing asset liquidation specialist serving under Diamond, the head of the Interastral Peace Corporation's Strategic Investment Department.
"I'm glad to hear you say that. Then, about the guarantee..." Himeko said.
"Miss, you've seen it all. Do me a favor and let this lady check in. I have an appointment with Mr. Sunday of the Family, and I'll ask him to handle this later. Don't worry, I won't cause you any trouble."
Without much hesitation, Aventurine spoke directly to Ellie, the attendant standing nearby.
For him, doing the Astral Express a favor was part of the plan. Besides, Little Fish was one of the Nameless, so whether his plans called for it or not, he was happy to do this.
Unfortunately, though, Little Fish seemed to be absent both from the Nameless before him and from the people from Belobog and the Luofu who had arrived nearby with the Astral Express's current Navigator.
Where had that kid gone?
"Well... but..." Ellie still hesitated.
Just then, a gentle, steady male voice rang out. "Ellie, be at ease. The Family mustn't let our guests enter their dreams burdened by worries."
Everyone turned toward the voice, but their gazes did not immediately settle on the elegant, composed man wearing a white formal suit, with white wings by his ears, a halo above his head, and a smile on his face.
Nor did they fall on the superstar Robin, who stood nearby in a formal gown. Instead, they landed on the white-haired boy in a loose white robe standing between the two.
Stelle blinked twice...
*No wonder Little Fish had suddenly disappeared.