Kyouka was there—poised, elegant, and clearly dressed for the occasion. The soft light from the nearby street lamps reflected off her outfit, giving her an almost regal glow.
It felt strange for Kouhei to see her here of all places. They had just crossed paths earlier that day, and yet, here she was again, as if fate itself was deliberately pulling their paths together.
"Chihiro is with you too, huh?" Kyouka said with a small, knowing smile. "Looks like you're searching for exactly who I think you're searching for. Himeno Yui, right?"
Her voice carried that calm confidence unique to her. Judging from Chihiro's presence alone, Kyouka had already pieced together the situation—it was obvious they were hunting the fallen angel.
"We got word from Sano-san," Kouhei explained, his tone serious. "She detected traces of holy power around here. I figured if we follow the trail, it might lead us to her."