Prototype Puppets

A "comet" swept past the sky above Sleepless City. It landed on the highest vantage point of the entire city—the top of Restless Clock Tower.

On top of the dome-shaped roof of the building, the comet slowly dimmed down, revealing three people plus a bird and a dog.

"What was that frog thing, Angor? I think it admires you." Shan had returned to being the gossip-loving girl.

"It's a giant mistake. That monster mistook me for somebody else." Angor avoided the question with a serious look.

"Fine, if you say so. But why did you bring this dog?" Shan pointed at the creature that was being lifted by Angor. Using the Light spell they prepared, she saw the spotted puppy, which was as big as Toby's usual form. And since Angor was pinching on its scruff, the poor animal could do nothing other than using its tail to cover up its groin area.

"We need its help to look for people."

"You mean… by using its nose?"