The violet-haired woman drew back her hand; there was a Ring in her palm set with a Ruby. In truth, that wasn't a Ruby at all, but a kind of man‑made synthetic gemstone formed under compression, a technology only the Holy Healing Church possessed, used for anti‑counterfeiting.
The squad leader didn't take the Ring the White Witch Enni held out. Instead, he signaled for a burly female soldier to receive it. That was a sign of respect—after all, Enni carried the Ring close to her body, it would still hold her Body temperature.
The female soldier quickly verified the Ring's authenticity, then gave the squad leader a slight nod. Seeing this, Enni smiled, looking relaxed and easygoing.
"Take her!"
The squad leader barked, and dozens of soldiers swarmed in, surrounding Enni.
"Is this some unique welcome ceremony?"
"Enni's" gaze swept around her.
"Heh. Your forgery skills are impressive, and you even wrapped syrup around the synthetic Shi—but fake is fake."
