Nadia's smile faded as swiftly as it had appeared, her expression returning to its usual composed neutrality. The sudden shift almost broke Yelena's heart.
She wanted to grab a camera, to capture that fleeting miracle, to prove to the world that the legendary Celestial Maiden had smiled. But before she could even think of it, Nadia was already back in full "business mode."
Nadia straightened in her chair, the authority in her voice returning. "Now, about the final matter I wanted to talk about, I was originally planning to call both of you separately." She began. "But since you're together, it's better I explain it now."
That alone made both Mika and Yelena blink. "Call us...separately?" Yelena echoed, wary.
"Yes. This is a matter that concerns both of you." Nadia nodded.
She clasped her hands before her, her calm tone steady as ever.
"Recently, a new major realm has opened up, 'Alcapetia.' They've officially reached out, expressing a willingness to establish trade with us."
