Her gaze swept across the computer screen again, and the photo of the brown-haired girl seemed to be a silent reminder to her—even if there was a very high probability that the girl was her sister Elena's daughter, her long-lost niece, she had to be patient until the situation became clear.

I cannot put myself and my daughter in danger because of my emotions.

"I understand, Mom!"

Sera Masumi immediately straightened her back, a look of eager anticipation on her face. "Don't worry, leave the intelligence gathering to me. I'll definitely find a way to get close to them, infiltrate their ranks, and find out about the antidote."

Seeing her so full of energy, Mary Akai nodded slightly, but a strange sense of unease flashed through her mind.

Given his daughter's unconventional personality and peculiar way of thinking, he was reluctant to let her get close to the unfathomable Yuzuru Hanyu...

She just hoped that nothing too serious would happen, and that the "infiltration investigation" wouldn't turn into a "self-inflicted trap" or a "hilarious daily routine." She only asked that the roof not be torn off; as for the rest... she'd leave it to fate.

She can't handle any more "surprises" now.

"Okay, go and prepare."

Mary Akai waved her hand. "Remember, proceed with caution."

"Okay!"

Sera Masumi responded energetically, already mentally planning what kind of "cool" image she should present to her new class tomorrow.

Watching her daughter rush off to pack her schoolbag, Mary Akai sighed softly and rubbed her temples.

The future... is still full of unknown challenges.

She picked up a sofa cushion that was like a pillow to her, buried her face in it, and let out a muffled, helpless sigh—a sigh of a mother powerless to help her daughter.

but,

This action was performed by a blonde, blue-eyed little girl...

There's something indescribably cute about her!

(Sera Masumi, peeking out from her room, gave a thumbs up. "Mom? Nothing beats a little sister!")