When Jason put his deer stalker hat back on, pushed open the compartment door and returned to his own compartment, Taniel was engrossed in a novel.
From the angle Taniel held the book, Jason could clearly see the title: "Sphinx's Stubbornness".
What a peculiar title.
Jason appraised in his heart.
And Samen on the side appeared much more normal.
Seemingly sitting there, yet observing everything around with a vigilant demeanor.
Upon seeing Jason enter, he visibly relaxed.
"How was the dining car?"
Samen asked.
"Very nice."
"Especially the chef's skills."
Jason replied.
He had used the excuse to check out the dining car to temporarily leave his compartment.
After all, someone as cautious as him, having confirmed the enemy's presence, would never wait for an attack, naturally opting to strike first.
"Uh, is there nothing else?"
Samen, amazed, asked impulsively.
The person in charge of Lorde's 'Mystical Side' was too curious.
According to his guess.
