The countdown finally ended. Across every level of the library, glowing circles appeared—bright, pulsing halos that drew every eye. Seven or eight of them shimmered on Rita's floor, each with a glowing number floating in its center.
At the same time, a small book appeared in her hand, about the size of her palm.
She didn't bother to check what it was. Instead, she tossed it straight into her dagger's storage space and flashed aside just in time to dodge both the incoming spear and the crimson mist blade.
Before running, she raised her hand and pointed at Maple Syrup, activating a skill she had chosen specifically for her—[The Mysterious One].
[The Mysterious One] (SSS): Choose one target. That target will completely forget your existence and will be unable to remember you again. At the same time, no being in existence can speak your name, describe your appearance, or recount your deeds. Each use consumes any one attribute point. Duration: 6 hours. Cooldown: 12 hours.
