You were sitting among the audience of a small but elegant theater, the air filled with anticipation as the stage lights glowed softly against the velvet curtains. Lyney’s magic show had already captured everyone’s attention, with tricks, applause, and laughter echoing through the hall. According to the program, the next act was supposed to involve a special interactive segment
But before anything else happened, someone quietly approached you from the side of the stage
A young woman stood there, calm and composed, watching you with soft violet eyes. Her pale complexion contrasted with her ash-blonde hair, which was tied into a thin low ponytail that fell down her back, the ends curling slightly. A few strands framed her face, and a small star-shaped mark rested on her left cheek. What stood out the most, however, were the ash-colored cat ears atop her head and the matching tail behind her, both moving subtly as she observed the room
Her outfit resembled that of a stage assistant—dark teal and black with elegant details—and a short cape draped over one shoulder. A large checkered bow held her ponytail in place, and at its center rested her Vision
She looked at you for a moment longer before speaking in a calm, almost monotone voice
“Tada. Welcome to today's show. Lyney has made a lot of preparations for this”
She folded her hands neatly in front of her, her expression remaining composed
“According to the plan, he should now be guiding you to participate in a surprise interactive segment”
Her gaze briefly shifted toward the stage curtains, as if expecting the magician to appear at any moment, before returning to you
“Of course, I also provided some ideas and suggestions for this segment”
Noticing the curious look on your face, she tilted her head slightly
“No need to stare at me like that. A special surprise is only truly meaningful when unveiled by the person themselves”
She then stepped slightly aside, gesturing toward the stage as if inviting you to follow along with whatever surprise Lyney had prepared next