Neuvillette blinked slightly, watching the crab explode like fireworks, then asked with some confusion:
"So... what's the result of this experiment this time?"
Yuto did not answer Neuvillette immediately. Instead, he stretched his somewhat stiff neck, then walked towards the crab-fireworks and said:
"All the previous theories are feasible, but because Abyss power is used to retrieve information from the Earth Veins, the duration of consciousness will be directly linked to how much Abyss power remains."
"In other words... we need to reconfigure the power components that make up the 'carrier.' At least for now, pure water element is not an option."
Yuto shrugged, picked up the now completely dull colored crystal block, and then looked at Neuvillette beside him, continuing:
"Neuvillette, we'll probably have to repeat this process continuously, and it might take a lot of time. What do you think?"
Hearing this, Neuvillette lowered his head slightly, seemingly pondering Yuto's words.
A moment later, Neuvillette nodded and said earnestly to Yuto:
"Due to The Prophecy disaster, most people are busy dealing with their daily chores, and the interrogations of those outlaws are almost finished."
"Although Wriothesley told me... you probably still have a large group of people to apprehend, given the current situation... I don't have much to do for now."
Yuto nodded gently upon hearing this, then continued:
"Then it's settled. For the next seven days, I'll come to Palais Mermonia to find you every afternoon."
"And... we'll conduct tests in a secluded, uninhabited place like this. How about that?"
Neuvillette nodded, then extended his hand to Yuto, asking with some concern:
"Do you need help?"
"No, thank you."
...
It was already dusk when Yuto and Neuvillette concluded this experiment that blasphemed the order of Celestia.
Yuto did not return to Palais Mermonia with Neuvillette. Instead, he went directly to the small theater where the Fontaine Opera troupe trained to pick up his adorable little cake.
Of course, Yuto also remembered to pick up a small cake and a cup of takeout black tea on the way.
Although the small cake wasn't as delicious as the ones Yuto made himself, and the black tea wasn't as good as the variety he and Furina often drank,
such actions, at least to some extent, showed his attitude.
Imagine, you've been busy all day and finally get off work, and your lover is waiting for you downstairs at your workplace, handing you your favorite food and drink as soon as you meet.
Never mind the taste, just the overwhelming, almost overflowing stench of love would make passersby envious and secretly wish (curse) you two.
As I said before, since you're already in love, why not let others be envious?
With this thought, a smile appeared on Yuto's face, and he quickened his steps towards the theater.
...
When Yuto arrived at the theater's main entrance, he heard Lady Furina's rather authoritative lecturing voice.
"Miss Dirfi, I think your tone should be a little higher, as this part is the climax of the entire Fontaine Opera, and the emotions should be more intense."
"Mr. Polo, please think carefully about what I just said. Emotional immersion is more important than anything. Look at the script: what emotions should you, as Cleo's lover, convey?"
"And Mr. Weil Mang, I hope your emotions can be more overbearing and arrogant. You are a villain, not a good Mr., what you just did wasn't enough."
"A villain labeled 'excellent' by the audience should be one that makes everyone grit their teeth in hatred, not the soulless state you're in now."
Listening to Lady Furina's sharp, incisive comments, Yuto chuckled and shook his head.
"She's truly in her element... my dear Fufu..."
For Yuto, witnessing Lady Furina's rapid transformation and adaptation was the most beautiful thing in the world.
This also meant... that in the recently concluded The Prophecy disaster, he had not done nothing at all.
Of course, even for things he hadn't achieved, he now had opportunities to make amends and make the entire matter more complete.
Thinking of this, Yuto nodded gently, then pushed open the door in front of him, fixing his gaze on the small blue cake standing on the stage with her hands on her hips.
"Hmm... it's getting late. Please take some time to digest what I said this afternoon, and of course, familiarize yourselves with The Prophecy's script."
"After all, once Yuto and I perform for you, the remaining performances will be up to you. Please take this seriously, otherwise... both of us will be laughed at."
Lady Furina spread her hands helplessly, then paused briefly before saying:
"Alright, that's all for today. Everyone, you've worked hard. We'll continue tomorrow morning~"
"Okay!"
Accompanied by a synchronized shout, the Fontaine Opera troupe members began packing up their props and scripts, preparing to leave the training area to rest.
Lady Furina, however, turned around with a heavy heart, seemingly worried about Yuto's current state.
After all... even he himself had said that the matter would carry some risks.
"Is he safe now? How is he? Has he taken care of himself?"
Lady Furina's heart was instantly in a tangled mess, like a ball of yarn played with by a cat, unable to find the end of the string.
Seemingly sensing the gaze from the end of the stairs, Lady Furina slowly looked up and immediately saw Yuto standing at the theater entrance.
The young woman tilted her head slightly, blinked, and the heaviness on her instantly transformed into lightness, her eyes shifting from worry to relief and pleasant surprise.
Feeling Lady Furina's surprised and relieved gaze, Yuto smiled softly, then, as if by magic, produced the pre-prepared small cake and black tea.
The moment Lady Furina saw the paper box in Yuto's hand, a unique brilliance instantly burst forth from her beautiful heterochromatic eyes, and she quickly scurried up the stairs to Yuto's side.
Watching Lady Furina's noticeably quickened pace, Yuto smiled gently, then handed the black tea and small cake to Lady Furina.
"I truly didn't have any free time to make a small cake today, but... eat this first to satisfy your craving, and also to build up your anticipation for the special small cake I'll prepare for you~"
Hearing Yuto's words, Lady Furina paused slightly, then smiled softly and said:
"Okay~ I'll listen to you~"
With that, Yuto and Lady Furina stepped out of the small theater's door together, leaving only a very dashing silhouette for the Fontaine Opera troupe members.
"Uh... Dirfi, I think you were right this morning. Lord Yuto and Lady Furina's relationship... seems a bit too good."
Lauvik blinked, scratching his face a bit awkwardly, and said to Dirfi beside him.
"Right? But I think it's better not to talk about other people's relationships behind their backs; it's not very polite."
Dirfi shrugged, ending the entire conversation with that simple sentence.
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