The voice calling her "Sister Lily" was unmistakable.

“…Mirif?”

“Ah, it really is you, Sister Lily! I was worried I might’ve mistaken you for someone else!”

That’s right—Mirif had mentioned entering the academy this year. Lilith had planned to visit her, only to keep postponing due to her busy schedule with Eris.

“It’s been a while, Mirif. Has it been almost a year?”

“Yes! It’s been about a year since you left Eremia so suddenly. You know, the Holy Knights were really disappointed they couldn’t give you a proper farewell.”

“…I’m sorry. I really had to leave in a hurry …