"Hi~ Did you miss me? Little flame looking as cute as ever~" Monika chuckled, crossing her legs while resting her chin on her hand.
"Not particularly. Especially since you're being treated like an anomaly out here." Alice shrugged with a slight frown on her face.
Out of all the 'guides', Monika was the one who acted with the most freedom. At least from what she's seen thus far.
Then there was the way others treated her. They didn't tell much but…
It was definitely…
Fear.
"Heh~ Seems like you've heard a few stories about me. I suppose taking an overly familiar tone would only put you more on guard right? Hmm…" Leaning back slightly, she adjusted her posture to something more elegant and serious.
With both palms resting on her lap while her staff was next to her, she smiled professionally.
"Welcome, dear Hunter. It seems as though your hunt has been rather successful. The prayers of Adela have now met eternal silence.
