Funinna, please let me steal your heart!

No matter the stage, she will always be the most dazzling presence.

Luna closed the lid, her face reverting to Sally's appearance, and then walked away without looking back.

It's time for the performance.

84: Of course, the phantom thief is omnipotent.

If you can't understand why the other person is acting the way they do, it means you don't understand them enough.

It was a new day, and Lynette lay in bed, staring at the ceiling as she recited Arecino's words.

Still don't understand Luna?

Since she, Luna, and Linnie joined the Hearth House and became part of it, they have basically been inseparable.

And Luna has always stayed by her side... or rather, she has always stayed by Luna's side.

After all, if conditions allowed, Luna would definitely go to Arecino, their "father," first.

If Arecino is home, then no matter where she goes, there will always be a little figure following her.

That's Luna.

However, when it comes to the amount of time spent together, Linnee is confident that she is number one.

But the "father" said they didn't know Luna well enough.

“But it’s true…” Lynette rolled over, her tail drooping off the bed, her hands slowly opening and closing.

Even after living together for so many years, do you still not understand everything about each other?

Lynette buried her face in the pillow, letting out a deep, muffled sound: "Ugh—ah—you stupid woman—how can I understand if you don't let me understand..."

Does that mean she has never truly opened her heart?

Or perhaps she only opened her heart to her "father"? After all, her "father" seemed to understand her...

Just as my thoughts were getting jumbled up, the doorbell rang.

"Linette, are you there?"

"Hello, the user you are calling is not home..."

Linni's helpless voice came from outside the door: "Where did you learn this way of speaking again? Don't worry, it's nothing troublesome, I just want to know if we want to go see a show together."

"Whose performance are we watching?"

"It's not asking what, but who..." Linni shrugged at Fimini outside the door.

"Anyway, it's not Luna's."

"...Not interested."

"It's just a joke, it's Luna's."

"I don't want to go."

Which one is it exactly?

Linni thought with a headache, "Could it be that my little sister is going through a rebellious phase?"

"If you're not going, then forget it."

"...Then I'll go."

"Ugh....."

Fimini scratched his head, unsure of what to say.

A short while later, Lynette opened the door, already dressed, her face still expressionless. Looking closely at her cat ears and tail...

"Hmm, average. It certainly seems like she's only moderately interested," Linni judged.

"What show?"

Fimini said softly, "The musical performance is this 'Harpsichord Grand Ceremony.' It seems that Lady Frinina will also be attending as an audience member; it should be quite lavish."

"You have to relax with music every now and then!"

Actually, it was because Lynette had broken the gramophone at home, and it wouldn't be fixed anytime soon.

Lynette always manages to break the machines, even though she doesn't mean to.

However, her mechanical killer nature also led her to distance herself from high technology, except for the night she learned that Luna was the phantom thief Shiroi Neko, when she chose a record.

Then, as expected, the phonograph collapsed.

“I didn’t do anything,” Lynette said, feeling wronged.

Linni figured his sister might want to listen to music, so he bought her a ticket.

One per person.

“...Why is there an extra one?” Lynette asked.

"Ah, this one is for my father. He seems to be deep in thought lately. Maybe he should listen to some music."

Lynette recalled it, and it was indeed so.

Arecino has been deep in thought these past few days, but even when asked, she doesn't give a clear answer.

It seems to be related to a major event that is about to happen in Fontaine.

After that, they will definitely receive a mission from Arecino.

“But will ‘Father’ go to see it?” Fimini asked, puzzled.

Arecino doesn't dislike the feeling of her family being together.

But whether she was invited to a concert remains to be seen.

"It's okay, I'm just giving it a try."

Because the "father" won't be angry about it.

The three entered the living room, where Arecino was sitting on a single sofa, gazing thoughtfully at the extinguished fireplace.

“Father, we’re going to see a show. Do you want to come? We still have tickets.”

Arecino snapped out of her daze and raised her hand.

After Linni handed her the ticket, Arecino remained silent for a long time.

"List."

"Ok?"

List of participants.

“Ah, here it is…” Fimini pulled out a list.

Arecino glanced at it silently for a few seconds.

Then she stood up: "Let's go. Music is indeed a good way to relax, besides—there's a kid over there who wandered onto the stage."

The three of them looked at each other.

Who?

At the same time, Navia squinted.

She glanced at the list of contestants, then at Sally, who looked completely bewildered.

"You went to register again?"

“How could that be? My hands can’t play.” Sally raised her hands and shook her head slightly.

Does the "Sally" on this list mean...?

Navia already had a guess; she folded up the list and put it away, then handed the mask to Sally.

"Put it on, and then let's go inside the opera house!"

There's no mistake, the "Sally" who will appear on stage is none other than the Phantom Thief White Cat.

But why would she impersonate someone else? Was this how she said she wanted to receive the future and hope?

Navia already couldn't understand the phantom thief White Cat, and now she's even more confused.

I don’t understand it at all!

Could she really be a cat in disguise? It's a shame Lulu isn't here… Navia muttered.

"There's nothing we can do; her main job is acting."

Acting is a job, being a detective is life.

Navia is already very content that she can have her share of life's needs.

Sally was also full of doubts, but she still put on a mask to cover her face.

"Is the phantom thief White Cat trying to fulfill my wish?"

"I don't think she's that kind-hearted."

"Perhaps she's surprisingly gentle..."

Navia sighed, "That's how she fooled people."

As they spoke, the two handed over their tickets, entered the opera house, and took their seats in the front row. Meanwhile, Arecino and the others also sat down.

The audience members took their seats, as did the judges.

Good evening, my beloved people!

It is usually at this time that she will make her appearance.

Fryna led Clorind to their designated seats, spreading her arms wide: "Cheers! Rejoice! For I, Frycaros, have arrived here!"

“Although we walked here,” Claurind whispered.

Furina decisively ignored Clarinde's complaints.

"Tonight is a grand celebration for the harpsichord. You will hear the melodies produced by the fingertips pressing the keys, and witness the passion of the performers. Please don't hesitate to offer your praise and rewards!"