Ember erased the remaining blood before it can completely trace the pattern.
The things inside would have to remain a mystery until the later part of the day.
Originally wanted to follow the trail going in, unfortunately, she needed to go back and attend class.
It's not as if the place will disappear, so she held in her curiosity until later this evening.
When Ember reached the classroom, she heard clamoring around the place.
"Good morning Naria" Sanna and Alyna greeted her enthusiastically.
"Good morning. What's the fuss about?" Naria was wondering, since Alyna also took the time to visit their class.
"They announced that there would be a masquerade party by the end of the week" another classmate informed.
"I say it's a big pit of conspiracy" another one butted in.
"But it's also the best time to gather information" Lauren's eyes are twinkling.
"With people going incognito, there will be a false sense of security. It'll be easy to pry things out of their mouth"
"Don't forget the alcohol"
"Are you sure you're joining a party and not squeeze out confessions from criminals?"
"Yeah, how come we can't just enjoy the activity like we should at our age"
"Remember, normal people at our age doesn't even get thrown in the midst of mad wolf pack"
"Hey, be careful with your tongue"
Their small group of delegates got so excited and delve deeper to different things they can do.
"No matter what your motive is, it will not stop us from shopping!" Alyna finally found her voice.
"Oh no" Naria squinted. She thought it was troublesome.
"Oh yes. Now you have to join us later to look for a good dress" Alyna insisted with her puppy eyes.
"Didn't you bring anything from your own wardrobe?" Naria continued to look for excuses.
"Of course, we do, but who knows if they have better dresses here. No harm in trying things out" even Sanna was excited by the prospect.
Ember, who was used to changing clothes with a tap of her foot, managed to get a headache just thinking about changing into different set of costume the normal way.
"Can I excuse myself?"
"No"
"No"
Ember can only smile helplessly but if one looks in her eyes, she's quite indulgent with it.
"Sir, we have received an encrypted message. I believe you should see this" a man in a camouflage uniform entered hastily in the Office of the General.
"Why do I have to do everything? Didn't I give you permission to sort these things out" the General was currently dealing with an international case that have been giving them headaches for a while now, and he didn't want to be disturbed.
"No Sir, this came from the designated mailbox" despite the fear, the man insisted on his errand. The designated mailbox is their top priority, regardless of any matter at hand, they should first inform their superior of any messages received in it.
"You said designated mailbox?" but without waiting for another response, the director immediately opened the message.
"Don't let this matter be known to anyone else. You may leave now"
"Yes sir" knowing he did the right thing, the man saluted and left, relieved.
"Try this one!"
"Please, no more" Ember really wanted to cry. They have been trying dresses nonstop for hours now.
"This is the last one, I promise" Alyna didn't let Naria out from the changing room.
"You already said that an hour ago" Naria scrunched her face but she still looks adorable.
"Ohh, but I can't help it. Who made you look like a doll!" Alyna was definitely addicted in dressing her up. And although Sanna barely made any noise but every time she goes out, a flash from the camera can be seen.
Ember should've changed her face into a mediocre one, but she thought people might get suspicious since the royal line of Ruwei is known for their good looks.
"Last one" Naria helplessly said before going into the room.
"Yes, definitely the last one" Alyna smiled widely for her victory.
CS: impromptu mission activated
-an heiress should be a model and should be set apart from the crowd.
Make the owner give you the best dress in the store and wear it to the masquerade party.
Penalty: Deactivation of system's function for eight hours.
Reward: Cure all medicinal pill
"Cindy, an heiress is someone who has the means to pay, why do you like getting freebies?"
CS: The system doesn't provide missions that have no purpose.
"You're boring. I hope you can upgrade to something more humanly"
CS: That would be something to look forward to in the future. Keep working hard.
"You-!" Ember sighed helplessly.
At this point, she can't afford losing the system's function. Well, she can actually manage, even the make up for Naria's persona can be imitated, however, everything would really spell trouble.
Ember was aware that someone has been observing her eversince she first tried a dress in this store. Through Cindy, she was able to identify the person as the owner.
She was thinking if the mission is activated because Cindy detected the motive of the store owner. Then that would be very cheap for her to het the cure all medicine pill, isn't it?
But if things were premeditated? Ember would like to ponder on such thought.
Ember went out to show the dress to Alyna and Sanna.
Even after several turns the two can't help but be awed by her looks, then the two suddenly frowned.
"What's the matter?" Ember was confused by their reaction.
"Everything looks good on you, it's hard to choose what you should wear" Alyna pouted.
"Should we buy everything?" Sanna tried to suggest.
"But it would still be hard to choose!" Alyna can envision themselves on the day of the ball sitting for hours just choosing the right gown to wear. They'll probably spend until midnight and still won't be able to decide!
Ember can't help but laugh at their predicament.
The two really looks like the world is falling apart.
"May I help the ladies with this problem?" suddenly someone approached them.