The first four hours of the test passed slowly. On the third level of the prison, inside a dark cave, the whale opened its eyes, fully recovered. As he surveyed the surroundings, he felt strange seeing everyone with relaxed expressions, chatting with Calirer as if she were an old companion. Despite being hundreds of years old, she didn't show any arrogance and managed to blend in magically in a short time.
"Is she manipulating all of them?" Alm commented incredulously.
"We would sense malice from miles away if that were the case," Bruno replied lightly. "Even Ruri has no defenses against her anymore. She's an extremely sociable and trustworthy person, very different from Langrum and you."
