Chapter 9

There was no telling what sort of trouble that lycanthrope might stir up today. Vanessa was worried, but time flew by heartlessly. Having finished his work safely and on time, Fren changed into clothes suitable for the party and boarded the carriage with Vanessa. Seated across from him, Fren stared intently at Vanessa, who had likewise changed into attire fitting for the party. The white, sleeveless outfit with gold rings in place of a neck collar wasn’t quite like the costume he had worn when displayed as a masterpiece at the exhibition hall, but it suited Vanessa remarkably well. If Nefer had not been the host of today’s party, there would have been no need to dress him up like