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Shirayuki? What are you doing here?

I have a letter for you from the Princess. It's of the utmost importance.

Did something happen in Lungmen?!

Not at all. Please, read the letter.

Where is it...?

Here.

There's an invitation inside...? I'll start with the letter.

Dear Ch'en, It's been a long while. Are you doing well at Rhodes Island? Have you been eating right and getting enough rest?

She's always such a worrywart.

Here's the thing. I am sure you have already found attached with the letter an invitation. It was sent to us by the mayor of a Bolívarian city. Alas, we don't have the time to make this visit ourselves, so after I discussed this with Yenwu, we would like you to visit the city in our place.

The city is named Dossoles; you might have heard of it. There is a large artificial lake there and many entertainment facilities. It's a great place for a holiday. I am sure the fatigue must be adding up with how Rhodes Island is sending you everywhere. You should take this chance to get some rest. I will talk to Rhodes Island, so you needn't worry. From, Wei Fumizuki

But... I'm on a holiday right now.

It would seem the princess isn't aware of this.

Right. Still, Dossoles, huh...? Shirayuki, do you know how far away that is?

The city is in northwestern Bolívar. If you leave now, it will take roughly fifteen days.

There's no date on the invitation. Looks like any time will do for them...

Will you accept, Miss Ch'en?

How could I say no to her kindness? All I have to do is take my holiday elsewhere.

I, Shirayuki, will pass on your thanks to Lady Fumizuki, Miss Ch'en.

I've told you this more times than I can count, Shirayuki. We're both operators. Stop it with the 'Miss.'

And my answer will remain the same, Miss. You will always be Miss Ch'en to me.

Eh, whatever.

Are you coming?

No, I'm afraid I have other matters I must attend to. My apologies.

Alright, looks like it's a solo trip for me again.

On another note, it seems that the Doctor and a few other operators have come to this city after completing their mission. If you would like, perhaps you should meet with them before you depart.

Hm? So I guess my eyes didn't deceive me.

Well, I'll pass. I'll see them when I'm back at Rhodes Island.

Indeed. Now...

Not so fast, Shirayuki. You have the time to at least stay the evening, don't you? Have dinner with me tonight. We'll head out together tomorrow morning.

As you wish, Miss.

Finally. So this is Dossoles...

It's just like they say. Stepping into the city is enough to make you forget you're in Bolívar.

In any case, I should first...

Excuse me, but are you Miss Ch'en Hui-chieh?

That's me, and you would be...?

The mayor instructed me to await your arrival here.

I'm only here for a holiday. Let's not go through all that trouble.

No, the mayor specifically instructed us to contact her as soon as you arrive. Please give me just a moment.

This is Control Point No. 2. We have successfully intercepted Miss Ch'en Hui-chieh.

Yes... Okay, understood.

Please come with us. The mayor would like to meet with you.

*Sigh*, fine.

Please go on in, Miss Ch'en.

Miss Ch'en Hui-chieh, looks like you made it here first.

I've long heard that the L.G.D. Special Inspection Unit Chief is a young lady of extraordinary talent. Meeting you in person has only proven that those are no mere rumors.

You... must be the mayor, Lady Sanchez?

Yes, that's right. I am Candela Sancheze, the mayor of Dossoles.

You speak Yanese pretty well.

I've always wanted to cozy up to Mr. Wei, but he hasn't been back since ten years ago. I haven't had much use for my Yanese, even after all the time I spent learning it.

Lady Sanchez, I'm just here on vacation. I am not representing anyone.

Please, call me Candela. You may even call me Auntie, if you want. After all, it's long been my wish to become Chief Wei's sworn sister.

I will pass, Lady San... Candela.

Hahaha...

The way you talk, and the way you frown. My, my, you look just like he did when he was still young.

But I have to say, he was much more heroic than you are now.

I'm not much related to Chief Wei...

Don't worry. I understand.

You have nothing to worry about, my lovely niece. Lady Fumizuki has already told me that you won't be representing anyone, and you will have no burdens on your shoulders.

Have some fun. As long as I'm here, there is nothing that can hurt you in this city.

Thank you for your kindness, then.

You said I made it here first. Is someone else coming?

Right! Wouldn't you say it's a coincidence? She's coming from Lungmen, while you came here from Siesta, and both of you are arriving on the same day.

Who?

Hmm?

Oh, looks like Lady Fumizuki's hiding something from you, even though you are bound to find out.

Ch'en, my lovely niece, I'm sure you already know, but there are certain formalities that Chief Wei and I must follow given our position, even if we'd rather not.

I actually wouldn't have minded if Chief Wei had sent just any old lout off the street... Well, I guess maybe he'd still have to put a little thought into it. Someone like you, perhaps? I would honor them with the same hospitality as I am showing you now.

And why does it matter? I invited the Weis and the Rat King here for a holiday.

But he knows that will not do, and so do I.

He is free to not come, but he must send someone of status. Or it would be tantamount to the Chief of Lungmen disrespecting the Mayor of Dossoles.

You would've seen countless headlines in the newspapers of both cities, and way too many things would get unnecessarily problematic.

So what you are saying is Chief Wei sent someone of sufficient status to represent him.

That's right.

Is it Hoshiguma? No, maybe Swire...?

Wrong on both counts.

Then...

Ma'am, she's here.

There's your answer.

Lady Candela Sanchez, esteemed mayor of Dossoles, on behalf of the Chief of Lungmen Wei...

Lin Yühsia?!

Ch'en Hui-chieh?!

What are you doing here?!

Oh... I get it. No wonder Lady Fumizuki sent me.

So you're Wei Yenwu's representative.

Looks like you two are acquainted. That's wonderful.

We used to be classmates. That's it.

She's a friend of a friend. We barely know each other.

In that case, wouldn't this be the perfect opportunity for you to reconnect?

Anyway, Lin, my dear niece.

Just like my niece Ch'en here, you may call me by my given name. No need to be so formal.

Even though you're here to represent Chief Wei, you don't need to think too much about such things. No burdens on your shoulders.

All you need to do is enjoy this city I'm so proud of.

Understood...

Oh, and two more things.

Please, by all means.

First, I heard that both of you are very bright and can more than hold your own in a fight, that you girls are capable of great things.

So I have an extra fun activity prepared just for you two, my beautiful nieces.

Activity?

Before I explain, do you know anything about our city's biggest event of this time?