After receiving his reward money for completing his mission and clearing a bounty, Luka was instructed to insert his ring license into the INRT to register his feats and accomplishments to the HQ archive. The INRT prism glowed and flickered before Luka pulled out his ring.
Anna spoke up and talked to the receptionist. She was being respectful by not interrupting Luka's conversation, but after seeing him finish everything he needed, she couldn't help but ask the receptionist about something she has been worried about.
"Um! Can I ask you something?"
The receptionist looked at her with pity. After hearing from Luka what the bandits did to her, she felt an urge to hug and comfort her. But as she's still on the job, she couldn't just abandon her duties.
"Yes, Miss Anna? May I help you?"
"I... I want to know if I could go back to my village where I lived before... before... you know..."