Mika looked ready to stay prostrate until Airi gave her permission.
'B-but. A party so suddenly...'
'It's because there's something absolutely necessary!'
It seemed Airi really didn't want to go to a party.
When it looked like constant pleading wouldn't work, Mika finally used her last resort.
'Airi. Actually, last time in the Labyrinth...'
'...?'
She decided to confess the secret to Airi.
She was just realizing that her own strength alone was insufficient anyway.
If she were to make a collaborator, she thought a fellow mage who could assist with the research would be best.
Especially since Airi seemed tight-lipped.
'...So that's how it is! So, you'll help me, right?'
'Eh...? Uh...'
'You said you'd help!'
'Uh...?'
Airi, having heard the shocking story, had no choice but to nod to Mika with a dazed face.
'No, wait a minute...'
'The Leader is in danger. Please.'
'....'
She had absolutely not wanted to go and intended to refuse unconditionally.
