Funinna, please let me steal your heart!

"Meow."

"...You didn't come back just to get back at what I said, did you?"

Because she had just said she hoped she would never see that guy again.

"Maybe it is, maybe it isn't," Luna said indifferently.

Xia Worei took a deep breath.

"I will definitely catch you when we meet again."

She thought to herself, "He's just like a third-rate police officer in a movie."

As if she had been waiting for those words, Luna immediately took a step forward and turned around.

"That's right."

She stuffed the remaining fries, along with the box, into Xia Wore's hand.

"Don't talk about forever, because you don't know when it might come true, or when it might be shattered."

Luna shook her finger, then turned her back.

"See you next time, my captain."

Xia Worei stared at her silently, then lowered her head.

Food shouldn't be wasted. Why did this white cat buy so many fries? It can't possibly finish them all.

With no other option, she had to finish all the remaining fries.

Back inside the shop, Chavoret sat back down in front of Charlotte.

"...Everything the phantom thief White Cat said is true."

This does not mean becoming an accomplice.

"—You should write it like this, Charlotte."

She won't do as the phantom thief wishes.

"After that, I will tell you the whole truth, but I hope you will think twice before publishing it."

Charlotte was so surprised that she didn't know what to say for a moment.

“.....Okay.” But she nodded seriously.

Charlotte pondered for a moment, then asked, "Is it because my reporting might affect the development of the case itself?"

Just like the case that Xia Wore's father handled a long time ago.

"Correct."

“Okay, I’ll help. But you have to keep your word and tell me the truth later!” Charlotte said with a smile.

She patted her camera.

"For journalists, paper, pen, and camera can all be used in battle."

99: Best friends should... when they're sleeping.

A new day, a new headline.

"The Phantom Thief White Cat Strikes Down the Crime Base! Thief? Or a morally ambiguous individual?"

The night before, the special patrol team organized a raid on a criminal organization, but it is reported that the phantom thief White Cat also appeared in the operation and single-handedly defeated the entire organization—although he also took three of their treasures... The treasures taken were: Celestial Star, Wind Conch Stone, and Ten-Ring Coin.

Our reporter risked getting an interview with the phantom thief White Cat, who stated:

“These sinners who cannot be brought to light possess countless treasures. None of them will escape, and I will not let a single treasure go to waste.”

"I will continue."

..................

The phantom thief, White Cat, once again performs an act of justice, but it is becoming increasingly difficult for people to understand.

Was she simply going with the flow, or did she harbor a lingering sense of justice? Or was she simply acting on impulse, doing whatever she wanted?

This newspaper will continue to investigate further details of this incident.

.....................

"Strange? Why isn't it written 'Beware of the Phantom Thief' this time?" Tirena asked, puzzled.

"Could Charlotte have been harassed by the Phantom Thief?"

Just like their captain.

Of course, I can't say that out loud, or I'll die, I'll definitely die.

Inside the canteen, the special patrol team members were gathered together discussing something.

"What do the higher-ups plan to do with those mass-produced 'tears of young girls'?"

"do not know."

Their captain didn't seem to have reported the whole truth to his superiors either.

"Could there be a mole within the court of law enforcement?"

"We're supposed to be... sometimes we're supposed to be raiding those Less trafficking gangs, right? Several times, before we even arrive, they've already run away as if they got wind of it."

Tirena nodded worriedly, "That's true."

"By the way, where's the captain?"

No sooner had these words been spoken than the cafeteria door was pushed open.

"Where is Captain Xia Worei!?"

Familiar faces and uniforms.

Without needing to look further, everyone instantly realized that a high-ranking official from the Court of Justice had arrived, and what he was holding in his hand was the latest Steambird newspaper.

He glanced around and then fixed his gaze on Tirena's table.

Where did your captain go?

He slapped the newspaper: "Look at this report! It's completely disgraced our court! What is she doing? Why hasn't she caught the thief yet?"

Tirena shrank back, then said with dissatisfaction, "Because there are more serious matters that need to be dealt with first!"

"What incident is more serious than this dead cat standing on the head of the courthouse!"

"It's an event that will make you lose your hat."

Xia Worei's voice came through.

She walked up to the court official, bowed, and said, "Please understand, if you don't believe me, you can ask Lord Villette."

"What about Villette?" The bailiff's expression changed.

Does this mean this was arranged by the Supreme Judge?

"...Of course, if you insist that we prioritize capturing the Phantom Thief White Cat, resulting in the loss of countless lives, we will comply."

"However, you will have to take responsibility."

When the topic of responsibility came up, his eyes darted around, and he muttered something like, "The Special Patrol Team is really lawless," before leaving the Special Patrol Team's canteen in a huff.

Xia Worei snorted softly, "The same as always."

"...Captain, you really know how to 'persuade' others."

"You'll understand later. When you encounter these people and talk about responsibility, they'll just dodge the question," Xia Worei said with a smile.

Tirena sighed, "And then they just shift the blame onto us?"

Xia Worei smiled without saying a word.

"Alright, I need to investigate the case myself now. Don't forget the special training I arranged. I'll check it when I get back, and anyone who fails will have to clean the cafeteria for a week."

The team members took a look at the size of the canteen.

It's huge, no need to say more.

"Yes!" Their answer was exceptionally enthusiastic.

As for why Xia Worei didn't tell the truth or report it, they didn't care.

Just trust the captain.

Meanwhile on the other side.

Luna stretched her legs and finally got out of bed.

My habit of sleeping in late is getting worse; I'm practically wrapped in my bedding now and can't get out.

Perhaps things would be different if someone woke her up.

It used to be Lynette who woke her up, but now her childhood sweetheart is no longer by her side.

Luna stretched again and exhaled.

"...Lie down a little longer."

He lay back down.

The bedding is always the most comfortable right after waking up, but she still forced herself to stay awake because she had arranged to meet Navia today.

The truth is within reach; all that remains is to investigate Vasher's true identity.

While waiting for Navia to arrive, Luna decided to take a break and upgrade her current skill tree.

【Action Success】

Security Level: High

[Treasure Rarity Level: B, B, B]