In any case, the Book of Truth finally had a new feature. This was far more practical than before, when all it did was play the *Giant Matchstick Man* comic strip and inexplicably turn into a Seed of Consciousness.
'As for this bracelet… I can't say it's completely useless, but I suppose it's better than nothing…'
'But it's still better than a small cake missing its cherry, right?'
So, Lloyd sent a scrolling message in response:
"Heh... A nice gift."
Only after receiving this response did Goldrinn dare to raise his head. He let out a long sigh of relief and added in a low voice:
"It seems my tribute is indeed better than a small cake."
Elolo flushed with embarrassment and quickly defended herself:
"Then I... I'll offer Lord Uther to the Venerable Master next time."
She was talking about the stuffed octopus doll that sat by her bed...
Judging by her tone, she seemed extremely reluctant to part with it.
Jenkins sensed her reluctance and advised,
