Ian, who had gone to have a brief conversation with the Mayor, returned to the party hall.
Airi, who had been constantly scanning the surroundings while waiting only for Ian's return, saw his face and her expression brightened instantly.
'Le-Leader...'
'Oh. Hey.'
As Ian returned to Airi's side, Frey, who had been sticking close to Airi, waved her hand.
Ian also looked slightly surprised to see Frey's sudden appearance and greeted her.
'Miss Frey. You're here.'
'Yeah. It's my turn this time,'
Frey replied with an expression that said she was bored to death.
'Your turn?'
'Yeah. Whenever they hold a party like this, they always call a few A-ranks just for the sake of appearances.'
Airi felt a slight doubt looking at Frey's expression. Frey seemed like the kind of person who just wouldn't show up if she found it that bothersome...
Perhaps there was some kind of disadvantage if one didn't attend?
