Meanwhile, Inside the vehicle, the atmosphere was warm. Bright. Filled with the quiet happiness of a family heading out together.
The mana mobile glided smoothly along the streets, its soft hum blending with the gentle whisper of cool wind outside. Through the wide glass panels, the city passed by in shifting ribbons of lantern light and shadow.
Everywhere looked lively. The occasional carriage or mana vehicle drifted by in the opposite direction, their lights glowing faintly in the cool night as they passed.
Lily had already pressed her face against the window.
Her breath fogged the glass slightly as she stared out with wide eyes.
"There are so many people tonight…"
Bruce followed her gaze.
Even at this late hour, the city was far more lively than usual. Groups of people moved along the streets, bundled in coats and scarves, many of them heading in the same direction as their vehicle.
Sophie noticed it too.
"Looks like everyone had the same idea," she said softly.
