According to the man's introduction, Marlina learned their specific identities.
The woman was named Nerilia Voulp, the eldest daughter of the Marquis of Marsh Serpents under the rule of Hydral. The man was named Malver de Faval, hailing from a well-off merchant family.
Both were evidently in the service of Ansel, though they seemed to belong to different departments.
Malver was more approachable, his demeanor gentle and courteous. However, Marlina, having experienced so much recently, could easily discern that Mr. Malver's behavior was a flawless, impeccable display of social grace and rhetoric, much like her own usual interactions with outsiders.
On the other hand, Ms. Nerilia, who appeared to hold a significantly higher position than Malver, was excessively cold and even harsh… Marlina did not feel anger or even slighted by her attitude, as she was accustomed to dealing with intelligent people and believed that Nerilia must have another motive.
