His skin was wrinkled like tree bark, and his eyes, a murky green, were closer to wolf than water.,“It’s nearly dark now, and if you delay any further, you might as well be late tomorrow. Since it's already tomorrow, I don't think this week of rest is so urgent. According to the Disciplinary Bureau's regulations, a case signed after accepting the appointment must have a result within a week – given Miss Haina’s excellent upbringing and graduating with full marks, she should be able to find that demon scholar smoothly.”,The feel of soft carpet beneath her feet startled her, causing her to look up and wonder if she should remove her shoes—but the old sprite's calm demeanor left her unsure. So, with a nervous heart, she followed behind, feeling the sudden warmth of the hearth against the chill of winter.。