Facing Lann's question without turning back, the usually calm and decisive Female Hunter did not respond.
She just lowered her triangular hat that had already been soaked by the rain, making it hard to see her expression.
After a long while, amidst the sound of raindrops pattering down, Maria finally spoke with some difficulty.
"No... that's impossible."
The gentle and elusive voice was as usual, but there was an uncommon amount of hesitation and disbelief in its softness.
Usually, even though her voice was gentle, it was always firm and confident.
Maria even forgot to hang her Blood Nobility Fine Worked Firearm on her waist, just holding it while pressing down her hat.
Muttering, "[Blood Healing]... their blood vials are impure! Those blood vials are inferior products circulated among the populace!"
"Do you believe these words?" Lann followed Maria's voice immediately, not giving her a chance to breathe as he continued to question.
