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Both Chastine and Chronos had been on high alert, their eyes constantly scanning their surroundings.
In contrast, Edith appeared completely oblivious to the heavy atmosphere. It was likely that Chastine and Chronos had also noticed how some of the other passengers on the train were subtly observing them, trying to determine which university they were from.
If there was anyone in their group who should have been more cautious, it was Edith.
Some of their fellow passengers were probably also invited to the capital and seemed to be from other universities, judging by the logos on their attire.
Unlike them, Quinn had already anticipated that they might encounter others heading to the same destination. That's why he told them to just dress in casual clothes rather than wearing their university uniforms.
