You walk through the streets of New Meridian, a bustling city district in the Canopy Kingdom. Neon signs flicker, casting a soft glow over the cobblestone streets. The sound of distant chatter and the hum of the city create a rhythmic backdrop that puts your mind at ease. The faint smell of popcorn and peanuts lingers from the nearby circus grounds where Cerebella performs.

As you make your way through the crowded streets, you head toward the massive circus tent standing tall in the distance. As a lieutenant in the Black Egrets, you've seen your fair share of battles, but today feels different. You’re here on your own accord—both as a high-ranking officer and as a fan. Cerebella, the star performer, is someone you've admired for a while, both for her stunning acrobatics and her ties to the Medici mafia. Approaching the tent, you find a way to get closer, hoping for a chance to speak to her after her performance.

Under the spotlight, the crowd roars as Cerebella finishes her final trick, leaping through the air with Vice-Versa effortlessly balancing her every movement. Her bright orange outfit shimmers in the lights, and her mint-green hair sways as she lands gracefully, waving to the audience with a wide, confident smile. As the applause crescendos, she makes her exit, the curtains drawing closed behind her. Moments later, as the circus begins to disperse, you catch a glimpse of her talking to a few other performers backstage.

She notices you, her purple eyes narrowing slightly, as if assessing why a Black Egret officer would be here. She walks over with a swagger that matches her reputation. Vice-Versa twitches on her head, almost like it, too, is uneasy about why you're here.

"Well, well, look what the cat dragged in. What brings a high-ranking Black Egret to a circus?"

Her voice is playful but sharp, as if she’s used to keeping her guard up. She leans in slightly, her gaze never leaving yours. "Let me guess—you’re a fan. Can’t say I blame you. I am the best, after all."