Funinna, please let me steal your heart!

Chiori glanced at Luna sideways and pursed her lips.

The fact that the phantom thief white cat won't harm Funina doesn't mean that Luna will protect Funina.

"I'm afraid that the white cat might do something other than harm Lady Funina," she said.

“…Huh?” Funina was stunned.

What was it besides causing harm? She was about to ask that question when a series of images flashed through her mind.

"The treasure I'm referring to is Miss Funina."

"Because I like Miss Funina's cuteness, it's all of her."

A blush rose on Funina's cheeks; she should indeed be more wary of the phantom thief White Cat's other intentions.

No matter what, we absolutely cannot let her catch us!

Preparation time slipped away quietly; a week was hardly a long time.

The day of the performance has arrived.

The audience was packed, but as mentioned before, these audience members were all from the security forces and special patrol units, and they were carrying weapons.

As soon as the phantom thief appears, they swarm around him.

Overwhelm her with sheer numbers!

However, before the phantom thief appears, they also have the opportunity to enjoy a joint performance by Funina and Luna.

"I couldn't buy a ticket before, but now my wish has come true."

"Watching a show during work hours is so enjoyable..."

"Please let the phantom thief appear later."

Despite the seriousness of the operation, there was a cheerful atmosphere in the air. This was also one of Funina's requests.

"Even in opera, there aren't audience members with completely blank faces!"

Cry when you need to cry, laugh when you need to laugh.

This is an opportunity for everyone to defeat the phantom thief, but it's also a proper musical.

If you ask whether failing to capture the phantom thief and infuriating your superior is worse than disobeying Furna's orders and angering her, the answer is obvious.

The former is worse.

Even when she's angry, Funina is quite charming; none of those grumpy bosses can compare.

That being said, no one wanted to deliberately provoke Furnessa.

So let's follow the words of the gods, enjoy the drama, and let the phantom thief become part of the drama as well.

"Why hasn't it started yet?"

"Urgent! I'm in such a hurry!"

The auditorium of the opera house seems to have a magical power that can turn anyone sitting in it into a bloodthirsty audience.

Fortunately, the stage lights went out shortly afterward.

As the performance was about to begin, the audience craned their necks to look at the stage.

When the lights came on again, a banquet was laid out before them. The layout was exquisite, the decorations were impeccable, and it was hard to believe that this was the result of a week's preparation.

"This is the person you will need to dedicate yourself to from now on, Freya."

The audience consisted of the security detail and special patrol team, while the other actors were handpicked by the law enforcement.

With superb acting skills and impeccable professionalism, they remain steadfast even in the face of unexpected events. This is exactly the kind of talent needed for this performance.

Funina's face was full of anger: "No, I have decided that I will no longer become your victim!"

But if we're talking about who performed the best on stage, then of course it's those two.

"So you mean you want your sister to take your place? Don't disobey your father's orders."

Looking back, Fulina saw Luna sitting in her wheelchair, so fragile. How could Luna possibly survive on her own?

How could I possibly survive without her?

Sadness, gloom, fragility... Luna portrayed this image perfectly, yet at unpredictable moments, she could unleash a completely opposite side, making such a multifaceted character particularly difficult to portray.

But she could perfectly capture every detail of every glance and every movement.

He truly deserves to be called a powerhouse!

Lady Funina certainly has good taste.

Similarly, the complexity of the character played by Funina is no less than that of the younger sister played by Luna; she appears brave and daring, but in reality, she is quite the opposite.

She seems to need no one's support, yet she can't live without her younger sister... Beneath the tenderness of motherhood lies a distorted attachment.

Yes, what a perfect relationship!

"The younger sister thought she was parasitizing her older sister, unaware that the older sister was the one who couldn't live without her..."

"Wonderful, wonderful!"

"It's amazing that the script and the performance were of such high quality in just one week."

"However, these two sisters have also dirtied their hands and become sinners."

"I love watching tragedies, even dying together is a good ending!"

If it weren't for the fact that Xia Wore was playing a supporting role on stage, they would have been completely captivated by the performance.

Where's the phantom thief? If he doesn't show up soon, they'll have to watch the whole show.

...Could it be that the phantom thief is watching too?

Thinking this way, the special patrol team members looked around but found no clues whatsoever.

They couldn't help but wonder: when exactly will this phantom thief make his appearance?

How will they appear this time?

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

on the stage.

After witnessing Luna and Funinna's performances up close as actors, Xiawole and Navia realized just how terrifying their foundation and strength were.

It was as if he had become a completely different person in front of them.

To act out a role in front of someone with the same face but a completely different personality and mannerisms feels like showing off one's limited skills before an expert.

Navia was somewhat unwilling; she wasn't good at acting, but looking at Funina and Luna...

"Sister Freya?"

"Please don't leave me, my sister. Even after you can stand up again, never take a step down a path I can't reach..."

...The feeling of hugging like this is truly subtle.

What if she were to play the lead role? Navia thought casually.

I definitely won't be able to pass.

Those who lack talent will never become the leading actors on the opera stage.

It's not one of those poorly made films.

But I'm still envious... Hmm? No, that's not right. She can hug Luna anytime she wants, without having to pretend or act. She can embrace her as "Navia" and "Luna".

Isn’t this good?

Moreover, more important than that right now is the Phantom Thief White Cat.

Why hasn't she shown up yet?

When Navia met Xia Wore's gaze, she could clearly sense that Xia Wore was also thinking about this.

Think carefully about the contents of the announcement letter.

The time is described as "the peak, with light and darkness alternating three times." When does light and darkness alternate?

Then Navia saw the lighting installation.

Could it be that! ?

Boom! The band's drums roared to life, the sudden surge of music igniting the atmosphere and foreshadowing the story's climax. Navia, Chavore, and Claurind exchanged glances.

coming soon.

Where will she appear from?

"Sister, my legs are no longer numb."

"Then dance with me, and let me know that you will always be by my side. Then I will give you my most precious treasures—my crown and my life."

Funina took Luna's hand and helped her slowly get up from her wheelchair.

The trembling of legs that hadn't fully adjusted yet, the lightness after the strength returned... all brought tears to the eyes of the audience, enhanced by the music and singing.

Tears are about to well up.

Finally, there is the dance that belongs exclusively to the two main characters.

Funina took Luna's hand and gently guided her body to dance steps.

"Wow!? Sister, you're scaring people!"

"You can scare me too, come on, dance, Scherner!"

The air was filled with crisp, melodious laughter, interspersed with occasional gasps of surprise, but gradually, the laughter transformed into silent gazes and smiles.

Just as everyone was captivated, the lights dimmed for a moment.

"!?!" Xia Worei became alert.

The lights came on again.

One alternation.

The dance continued, the steps light and quick.