These events took place some hours before the last chapter.
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(POV: Akashic Records)
On the other side, dawn broke upon Lucretia and Simone's morning routine.
With the first light of day barely peeking over the horizon, Simone stirred from her slumber, stretching her limbs with a pleasant groan.
Simone murmured to herself, "I suppose it's time," as she gracefully rose from her bed.
In the corner of the room, a crystal on the nightstand was emitting a faint glow.
Simone focused her magical energy onto it, causing the light to cease its pulsating.
"( Lady Lucretia calls this an alarm. By infusing it with magical energy for a specific duration, the crystal converts seconds into hours. It seems to be working so far... After infusing it for 9 seconds, the crystal flashed consistently after 9 hours had passed. Lady Lucretia really is an innovative woman... )"
