Lorne-Lorne Dysenk!
Audrey recognized him at a glance. The plainly dressed young man, who looked rather out of place in this shop, was the very target Mr. World of the Tarot Club had asked her to investigate!
W-what was he doing here?!
Had he discovered that she was investigating him?
As Lorne's gaze happened to turn her way, Audrey's heart suddenly began to race.
No, Audrey, stay calm! He doesn't know you. You mustn't lose your composure first! Act like a proper, elegant lady!
As a qualified Spectator, Audrey needed only an instant to settle her emotions completely.
She quickly sorted out the situation. She had only investigated him indirectly through Fors and Xio, never appearing in person. Since Fors hadn't reported anything unusual, he couldn't possibly know her. This was merely an unexpected coincidence.
Yes, a coincidence.
She swiftly adjusted her expression, meeting any potential glance with the slightly curious, aloof gaze appropriate to a young noblewoman. She was even debating whether etiquette required her to approach and greet him, but Lorne's eyes had already slid casually past her and turned elsewhere.
Just an ordinary young noblewoman. Nothing worth looking at-
Susie, the Golden-Haired Big Dog, seemed to sense her mistress's emotional fluctuations. She gently rubbed her head against Audrey's calf, then looked up at her curiously.
Audrey reached down and gently stroked her head, reassuring her with a look that everything was fine.
"Hello, esteemed Miss Hall. Welcome."
The moment the manager, Batori, spotted this important customer, he hurried over to greet her enthusiastically.
"Hello, Mr. Manager. Is the gift I ordered ready?"
"Of course," Batori replied with a broad smile. "As you requested, we used the finest materials and had it personally crafted by the very best artisan."
"That's wonderful! Mother will certainly love it!" Audrey displayed