174 4.36 Conspiracies - Part 4

It was clear that Markus was trying to set the stage so that I could present my abilities without appearing rude.

Now that the Duke himself looked curious, it was the perfect opportunity to show him what I was capable of.

[Flare, can you come in?]

After I said that, Flare flew in through the small window and stood behind me in her human form.

She was wearing regular clothes under her flame clothes. However, since I wanted to show her strength here, disabling her flame clothes wasn't necessary.

"Sorry for interrupting, but please meet one of my familiars, Flare."

The whole room fell silent after a loud "Woah!".

It was then that I noticed a few people who were silently observing the dinner without coming into sight. Although, that was nothing unexpected, considering how these higher societies worked.

"She is the Sun spirit, more popularly known as the great phoenix. She is our scout and companion in this journey."