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The adorable couple went to the event, and it was very crowded. Baal didn't really like that, but at least she had Sara by her side. It felt reassuring when you had someone by your side. Especially a loved one.

- Your Excellency, what exactly is this event?

- Oh, it's a day to honor Inazuma. Particularly me.

- Huh? How did I not know about this?

Baal immediately cursed herself.

- Uh... Well the party is exclusive only to whoever I invite...

- How long has this event been going for..?

- 10 years...?

- And you didn't invite me?! I mean... Ahem, I am not someone you would invite then?

Baal quickly changed the topic.

- Ooh! Look dangos!

Baal dragged Sara to the dango store.

- Oh my archons! Oh my- Y-Your Excellency! Do you n-need something?

The dango lady stammered.

- Can I have two dangos please?

- O-of course! Right away!

And the dango lady disappeared.

- Your Excellency, I don't mean to disrespect you but... Why the heck did you not ever invite me to this event?!

Sara asked, seems like she was trying to hide the disappointment and anger in her voice. For the sake of respect.

- I apologize, Sara. But at that time it was too risky to invite you.

- And why is th-

- Your Excellency, here are your dangos!

Baal thanked the dango lady and handed her some Mora. Baal offered Sara a dango, she reluctantly took it. Just as Sara opened her mouth to say something, someone came from behind and stabbed Sara in the heart.

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