Desolated Fortress - Aftermath

"I know, I know. You must be wondering, why the two of us have different surnames. To be frank, her real name is Ophelia Rostanta. She's just using the name Ross as a cover to hide her identity from the public."

With closed eyes, Olivia stretched her arms and back.

"Wait... Should I have said that?"

She widened her open eyes in shock.

"Oh, whatever. I think it's fine." she added, returning to her relaxed demeanor as she shrugged her shoulders.

"Where was I... Ah, right. Her name. You see, everything started from the day she ran away from- Hm?"

She cut herself off when she noticed the state Mika was in.

"..."

His jaw dropped to the ground and his eyes were about to pop out, making him appear like some kind of fish one would find in the depths of the ocean.

"H-hello? Can you hear me...?"

Sheepishly, she waved her hand in front of him, checking for any responses. However, he did not show any reactions.

She sighed.