Trying hard to hide her excitement and agitation, she just simply nodded and replied, "Lead the way."
The man from the Vanderford Institute named Collins gave a knowing smile and led her to a nearby cafe, where his junior had been waiting after reserving a private room.
"Again, let me properly introduce ourselves." As soon as he let Alicia sit in the cafe's private room, Collins went down straight to business.
"My name is Collins, the personal aide of the Vanderford Institute's headmaster, Ruther Vanderford. Along with me is a junior aide, Fred."
"Alicia Michaela Cross." Alicia briefly introduced herself.
"Pleased to meet you, Lady Alicia. As you could already guess, we are here in Seirende's capital because something from the Farauld Magic Institute caught the attention of the officials of the Vanderford Institute." Collins explained their intent.
"The Great Inventor Eli.." Alicia mumbled with understanding.
