When she saw the grave expression on Baiyi's face, Laeticia was stunned for a minute before becoming serious herself. "I understand. I believe you."

She was obviously a kind-hearted girl who had little reservations in trusting an amicable man who had saved her life when she was in danger.

"Very well." Baiyi released his grip after a satisfactory nod. He added, "The evil that you felt earlier was a sign that the devils will soon infiltrate Arfin city. An uncommonly powerful demon had been roused—" He pointed at the Mage tower, still covered in thick smoke. "— there. I must stop it as soon as possible."

"I'll go with you!" She cried out in foolish courage.

"No!" Baiyi shook his head. "You have an even more important mission. There are many vulnerable students in the Academy who need your help. I need you to look for your friends within the Church and meet with the students, okay? Don't move alone. At this moment, the biggest threat would be the eruption of pure chaos."

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