After Vaan received the cue to freely explore the grand library as he wished, he went straight up to the second floor with Hester Thorton following several paces behind him.
When men walked directly in front of other witches like Vaan did, it was generally regarded as a form of disrespect and disregard.
Multiple True Witches and a few Early-stage Senior Witches on the second floor were startled by the bold man walking in front of Hester Thornton.
Vaan quickly felt the growing hostile gazes, but it only lasted briefly before they were dispelled by Hester Thornton's warning gaze towards the witches.
Within moments, only curious and cautious gazes remained as the witches became aware that Vaan could be someone even more important than Hester Thornton.
The realization startled them.
