In fact, the Dragon Pearl used to summon Candle Day had been a gift to the Maya family from that very being. Faced with a powerful, unknown entity who could casually give away a Dragon Pearl, no amount of caution was too much.
After another moment of what seemed to be contemplation, the old text faded away. New words appeared on the now-smooth surface of the Mercury Mirror: "Can you determine the Divine Dragon's location?"
"The Artificial Person has a tracking Beacon we implanted."
"Good, that will do. Monitor its location and report any major changes to me immediately. This concerns the fate of your family. I shouldn't have to tell you how important this is."
"Yes." After that brief reply, the Mercury Mirror fell silent, its surface clear enough to reflect Lord Maya's slightly aged face.
Lord Maya, who had maintained his composure and rationality until now, looked at his own reflection in the Mercury Mirror, his face twisting into a ferocious expression.
