Owen Bertram got up early in the morning, proactively going to Lord Prescott to pay his respects. If someone wants to be a subordinate, they must have manners! Sumptuous breakfasts and the like are all minor details.
But after waiting for a while, he didn't see Vanessa Thoughts of Shadow.
"Whatever, I've already had a meal at home anyway."
Owen Bertram had the mechanical Dao soldiers on his mind and didn't want to waste any more time, so he left.
As for Vanessa Thoughts of Shadow, she was delayed by Abigail Turner.
Although Abigail Turner had always been overshadowed by Vanessa Thoughts of Shadow, she was from a powerful family and was dearly spoiled. Even in the Horizon Bureau, the cases she was responsible for were usually safe and easy ways to get achievements.
Last night was the closest she had come to death in her life.
A giant claw passed by her ear—the real brush with death.
