Kallen had never been particularly fond of cars. He had driven his Used Pons all this time without thinking of replacing it; after all, he had grown attached to it.
But once he got behind the wheel of the VIP Carriage, he really felt there was no going back. The experience was as smooth as chocolate.
Sure enough, the only drawback to expensive things was their price.
He parked outside the Funeral Society and got out. Alfred came over of his own accord.
"Young Master, Vic has been settled in."
"Good. By the way, take Muli to this district's Whip of Order Headquarters building after dinner. Find Neo in the disciplinary inspection commissioner's office on the second floor. Neo will be investigating Vicolai next, and he needs your and Muli's help."
"Understood, Young Master. Should we drive Neo's car back as well?"
"No need. I plan to drive it to Allen Manor tomorrow."
"Yes, Young Master. Driving a VIP Carriage around on an investigation would be far too conspicuous anyway."
"Heh. All right, I'm going to shower and get some proper rest."
"Yes, Young Master."
Kallen returned to his master bedroom. Puer sat on a cushion while Xili crouched beside her, drying her off after her bath.
Hearing the door open, Xili turned her head and called happily, "Young Master, you're back!"
"Oh, you foolish Big Butt, you shouldn't turn around when you speak at a time like this. Your young master's physical condition has improved enormously lately. I'm sure he'd rather see you crouching from behind, meow."
"I'm going back to the manor tomorrow. Are you coming?"
As he spoke, Kallen walked past them and casually tapped Puer on the head. Puer clasped her head indignantly.
"Hah, of course you're going back to the manor tomorrow. You can't hold