Kessa straightened up at once and even took a step back, exposing Mistblade, who had been standing beside her waiting for the call.
This was the truly awkward part.
She did not even need to step aside. Those nine constantly moving tails were impossible to hide. The moment Maple Syrup poked her head in, she had already seen the black tail tips.
Mistblade calmly unwrapped a chocolate ball, showing no sign of being caught. She said casually, "Up this late and still not asleep?"
Maple Syrup walked over and glanced at the screen. The camera was facing the cabin wall, and only the small robot sitting in front of it was visible. She withdrew her gaze and looked at Mistblade instead.
"Did you sell her communication slot again?"
"Yeah. Want one? Since your relationship is kind of weird, I can give you a discount." Mistblade tossed the chocolate ball into her mouth as she spoke.
"…No need," Maple Syrup said. "I have nothing to say to her."
