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But Jean quickly calmed down again, her expression returning to its usual stillness.

As if nothing had happened, she followed behind Ludwig-

The group moved toward the large conference table at the front of the room.

It was made of polished redwood, carrying a faint, natural woody fragrance.

Jean pressed her lips together, still quietly observing.

The short–haired girl – the one who appeared to hold the most authority – and Ludwig seemed to be at the center of this gathering.

Meaning, the two of them were likely the highest–ranking members in the room.

Everyone else, even if subtly, seemed to watch their expressions for cues.

And sure enough, the seating arrangement confirmed Jean’s guess.

The table was a massive round one. The short–haired girl and Ludwig were the first to take their seats side by side, right at the center of the circle.

Only after they sat down did the others begin to pick their spots, slowly and cautiously.

the seat

Abyssal Choir’s routine meeting

wasn’t all that

felt more like

they’d seen

kept quiet, absently pressing her

Seriously?

what I came here

listen

to learn the

kid – what’d you

offhand voice drifted into her ear. Jean was lost

Until-

landing on

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interest in small talk – instead, everyone turned their attention

Their stares weren’t subtle.

into this room, her behavior had probably looked “off” to

outsider

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