After testing his new gear and confirming every function down to the last detail, Adyr sent the spare set to Twilight Land for his other body. Then, without hesitation, he activated his wrist device, scrolled through the contact list, and tapped on a name.
The call connected almost instantly.
Henry Bates' face appeared on the screen, flashing his usual heartfelt smile.
"Calling me right after causing a public spectacle, huh?" He chuckled. "So, what's next on the agenda?"
"You seem pleased with my performance," Adyr replied with a faint smile of his own, but his tone quickly shifted to something colder, more direct. "Tell me, Mr. Bates... how much influence do I currently hold over the Twelve City Administration?"
The question made Henry pause. His smile faded. He understood exactly what Adyr was implying—and it sobered him.
