Makeup

The scenery outside was enchanting. The velocity of the steamliner swayed the leaves of the surrounding trees- upon which fell the glittering silver light of the full moon.

It was already a whole lunar month since that fateful encounter.

But neither Xavier, nor Eulene had the time or mind to enjoy the scenery outside or reminisce about that fateful night.

They were in a pinch.

Both Xavier and Eulene could feel the piercing gaze of the blonde officer, and the kinetic sense she had locked onto them.

Xavier took out his golden pocket watch and pressed it open.

11:10

Ten minutes had already passed since the train left the station. And Chrysa, the officer escorting them, did not move her eyes away for even a second.

[Hurry up!] Eulene urged. [Or do you want me to put another scar on the blonde's mind]

[Patience] Xavier replied. [And you know it won't help us in any. She's not here to stop us, but look over us. She only needs to report we escaped, and we will be in trouble]