As the voice resounded and overshadowed the torturing scene, Mirelle's eyes widened.
She flashed a bittersweet smile and said, "The boss wanted me to punish someone, so I was delayed a bit."
Her tone was mild and gentle, which spoke volumes about the identity of the woman from atop.
Leonard also picked up the clues and shifted his gaze to her.
"I suppose you're Caroline, the researcher." He inquired softly.
The woman didn't even bat an eyelid at Leonard and kept her gaze fixed on Mirelle.
"When did you get hired by another scum of society? I've told you to stop working for them and just work alongside me."
Before Mirelle could respond, Leonard interrupted and sneered. "Scum of society? Is that how you refer to a merchant when your research facility is funded by the Merchant Guild?"
Contrary to his sarcastic tone and speech, Leonard's impression of Caroline had actually improved by leaps and bounds.
