The rain is getting heavier...

Siegwen tightened her white trench coat and pulled her pink hat brim down a little further, completely covering her distinctive little ears.

On her return journey, the human girl's face brought her many conveniences. At least in the eyes of passersby, Siegwen was just a strangely cute girl who was wrapped up tightly, rather than the "Calamity Creature" Melusin who made people tremble at the mention of her.

No one scrutinized her actions with strange and judgmental eyes anymore, and the patients she encountered no longer resisted her treatment.

On that stormy, rainy night, she knocked on her friend's door once again.

This time, she was no longer met with harsh evictions and hurtful words. The couple, who used to be stern and wary, seemed to have changed completely, guiding her to treat the girl with the utmost enthusiasm and eagerness.

Ironically, all of this was simply the result of a change in appearance.

But what price did she pay for all of this?

Higewen didn't want to think about it.

The only teacher willing to teach her medicine, the witch, went all in and disappeared without a trace.

The only friend who was willing to accept her treatment no longer recognized her new face and might even resent her for leaving without saying goodbye.

She has also broken the law for this and may face a long prison sentence.

From a doctor's perspective, Siegwen has no regrets.

But what if she were just a little Melusin named Siegwen?

she does not know.

Does it really matter whether someone is human or Melusin?

Higewen stretched out her small hand from under her ill-fitting, oversized white trench coat. The icy raindrops pattered on her palm, the bone-chilling cold bringing a slight stinging sensation, just like her bewildered mood at that moment.

I wonder what Mr. Villette is thinking right now...

My willful behavior must be quite troubling for Mr. Navigette, who upholds the law...

The patrol boat's whistle hummed as Siegwen, wearing a trench coat, blended into the throng of people disembarking. Her small figure was barely noticeable in the pouring rain.

A few months ago, Brother Mufeng saw her off from this station, so she could follow in her teacher's footsteps to learn the magic of saving lives.

A few months later, she returned to Fontainebleau, a familiar place, but the situation had changed dramatically.

At this point, she was all alone, her appearance had changed drastically, and she was about to face legal judgment.

But before that, she had one last small wish.

Siegwen moved slowly with the crowd, dispersing into the wide streets of Fontainebleau. As she passed through the bustling crowd, her gaze had already drifted towards the direction she had longed for.

At the end of the main road, Maple Dew Cafe was bustling with people as usual. Warm orange light shone through the spotless windows, dimly illuminating the dark rain curtain, and the sweet aroma of pastries wafted into the cold, damp air, creating a particularly cozy atmosphere.

The harbor she had longed for a thousand times was just a stone's throw away, but Siegwen stopped in her tracks, her eyes trembling slightly, and dared not take even a small step forward.

Do I still have the right to go back there?

Putting aside the fact that her strange appearance—neither human nor Meloshen—would offend Mu Feng, the fact that she was already a convict and was getting too close to him without thinking would surely have an impact on her brother Mu Feng…

Her sudden disappearance from contact had probably already made her brother Mufeng extremely anxious. Even though her heart was overflowing with longing and grievances, Xigewen absolutely did not want Mufeng to worry about her anymore.

Besides, it doesn't seem to change anything.

I was planning to turn myself in as soon as I came back for one more look. Wasn't that what I was originally planning?

So why add unnecessary trouble for those who care about you?

Siegwen stood silently in the torrential rain, letting the large raindrops pelt her small body. She stared blankly in the direction of the café, watching the customers gradually leave in the night rain, disappearing into the rain curtain until there was no one left in the café.

It's time to leave...

tick.

A string of water droplets slowly slid down Hisewen's cheeks and quietly fell into the soil in front of her. It was hard to tell whether they were cold rain or scalding tears.

But why am I so sad...?

Hisewen rubbed her red eyes and wiped her face haphazardly.

A gust of wind blew by, and she tugged at the brim of her hat, wanting to turn and leave, but her feet felt like they were made of lead, unwilling to move even an inch.

Finally, she steeled herself and stumbled away in the opposite direction of the coffee shop, using all her strength to force herself not to look back.

She was afraid that if she looked back even once more, she would completely lose the courage to leave.

……

Two days have passed since Mu Feng returned to Fontaine from the Morte District. During these two days, Mu Feng searched everywhere for news of the little nurse, following the clues left by Sigwen, but the information he received was either vague or outdated.

Left with no other choice, Mu Feng had to temporarily return to Fengdanting to make further plans. The little guy's disappearance, however, remained a heavy burden on Mu Feng's heart, causing him sleepless nights and loss of appetite.

Mu Feng did not mention Siegwen's disappearance to Caroline or the other little Meiluxin, nor did he intend to use the Shadow Court or the Special Patrol Team to find the little nurse's whereabouts.

After all, the nurse's troubles involved the legal aspects, and Mu Feng did not want to involve Caroline and other kind-hearted girls like Meilushin.

The rain outside the window had been falling for two or three days, but the downpour was getting heavier and heavier, as if it were about to flood Fontaine City. The noisy rain and howling wind made people feel annoyed.

Mu Feng absentmindedly served the guests, his mind constantly calculating where the nurse might appear, without even noticing the last guest pay and leave.

With a deep sigh, Mu Feng reviewed the places Siegwen usually frequented once more. Although these places had already been checked once, Mu Feng was still determined to examine them carefully again to avoid missing any possible clues.

Just as Mu Feng was about to close the doors and windows and leave, he suddenly noticed a little girl in white standing not far from the coffee shop through the window. Her face was obscured by the dense rain, and she looked like a pitiful stray kitten from a distance.

Perhaps they were orphans attracted by the fragrance...

Mu Feng sighed softly, picked up a plate of cookies, and prepared to invite the pitiful-looking little girl in the distance to come in and take shelter from the rain.

Just as Mu Feng pushed open the door and was about to greet her, the little girl in the distance staggered and turned around, seemingly preparing to leave.

However, in the instant she turned around, a familiar sky blue flashed beneath the pure white brim of her hat, which was being blown up by the wind, and instantly made Mu Feng's blood run cold.

"Crackling"

The sound of the porcelain plate shattering on the ground was exceptionally clear.

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