In a small room at the back of the café "Moment of Peace," Laura busily checked and prepared various magical devices. The tools sparkled softly under the dim blue light, as if radiating their own magical aura. Every time she picked up one of the enchanted items, she couldn't help but marvel at them. Although she was used to working with advanced magical tools back in the Evernoir palace, the innovation and detail in Ellora's creations still left her in awe.

In her hands, she held a small octagonal device adorned with intricate patterns. This was an anti-detection tool specifically designed to prevent detection by high-level sorcerers. Not only that, but this device was also equipped with magical camouflage, capable of concealing its presence from any magical radar.

"This device... no one can track it unless they know the basic formula," Laura murmured softly, smiling. "Only Ellora could design something at this level. The magical formula is truly... complex."

She recalled how she had spent years studying magic to master basic detection techniques. Yet Ellora, with her vast knowledge, had created tools that surpassed standard detection capabilities. Laura felt a deep respect and admiration for her lady's intelligence. For Laura, these tools represented more than just magical devices; they were symbols of Ellora's genius and her dedication to the mission's success.

As she observed the magical radar device she had prepared, the door to the room opened slowly. The café manager entered with cautious steps and looked at Laura, still engrossed in her magical devices. "How's your preparation coming along, Laura?"

Laura turned, nodding her head slightly in respect. "The preparations are almost complete, sir. All the devices are ready; I just need to adjust a few final magical formulas to align the camouflage."

The manager nodded and moved closer to inspect the neatly arranged tools on the table. "Good. But remember one thing, Laura. The Yoshitsuki family is a royal sorcerer family of Aurelius. They have very high magical surveillance capabilities. You need to report every hour, understood?"

Laura nodded eagerly. "Of course, sir. I won't miss a single detail in my reports."

The manager nodded again, his expression turning serious as he continued, "And this is important, Laura. We know they have advanced detection magic. Even though these tools were created by Princess Ellora herself, you still need to be extra careful. Don't rely too heavily on this equipment, and always be aware of your surroundings. If anything seems off, you know what to do."

Laura offered a thin smile, trying to ease some of the tension. "I understand, sir. Besides, I have quite a bit of experience in infiltration. There's no need to worry."

The manager studied her for a few seconds, then his nod this time was calmer. "Alright, I trust you, Laura. But remember, there's no room for error. And I don't want to rely on the Night Bunnies network or the oddball Cashmere if we can handle this ourselves."

Laura chuckled at that. "I agree. Cashmere is definitely not the ideal choice. He's... unique, to say the least. And honestly, I'd rather not deal with his usual odd antics."

The manager smiled briefly before leaning in to inspect the magical radar device Laura was assembling. "Princess Ellora is truly remarkable, isn't she? Creating all of this in such a short time with such complex formulas... I don't know how she comes up with these things."

Laura nodded in agreement, gazing at the device. "Absolutely. It's not just brilliance, but also an incredible courage and vision. Maybe because of her, I can face this mission with confidence. If this device can hide my presence from the Yoshitsuki family's radar, I'm sure the mission will go smoothly."

The manager smiled. "That's why we chose you, Laura. You're one of the best sorcerers in the kingdom, and you have strong determination. The Princess believes in you too. Make sure not to disappoint her."

Laura took a deep breath, pride swelling within her. "No need to worry, sir. I will give it my all. The Princess has given me a great opportunity, and I won't waste it."

The manager nodded in satisfaction. He looked at Laura for a moment before asking, "What about your disguise magic? Are you ready to use it?"

Laura pulled out a small crystal from her uniform pocket and held it tightly while closing her eyes. A soft blue light enveloped her body, and slowly, she began to fade, becoming nearly invisible. She opened her eyes again and looked at the manager with a satisfied smile. "With this crystal, they won't even know I was there. I'm ready."

The manager sighed with relief. "Good. Then you can head out as soon as you're fully prepared. We'll continue to monitor from here and ensure communication remains open. Remember, Laura, even a small mistake can be fatal. I don't want us to tarnish the Princess's name due to negligence."

Laura nodded firmly, realizing the gravity of her responsibility in this mission. She organized the tools she had brought, making sure everything was ready and in the right place. Once everything was set, she stowed the items in her enchanted pouch, then turned to the manager with determination in her eyes.

"Alright, I'm heading out now," she said, giving a slight bow. The manager nodded, his gaze serious.

"Good luck, Laura. Remember, we're always here if you need assistance. And keep us updated on your progress, even if nothing seems to happen."

Laura smiled reassuringly. "I will, sir. Thank you for your support."

With purposeful steps, Laura exited the room and headed toward the back door of the café. Once outside, she felt the cool night breeze brush against her face, offering a bit of relief. She took a deep breath and looked up at the star-filled sky.

Laura knew this mission was a significant test for her, one that could prove her loyalty to Ellora and bring her closer to her lady's goals.

***

In the peaceful dining room of the Yoshitsuki residence, Akira and Kurumi sat across from each other at a traditional dining table, just the two of them as usual. Their parents were busy, as always, engaged in endless diplomatic duties to maintain the royal relationships and train other family members for their upcoming important tasks. Kurumi, ever by Akira's side, watched him closely as he carefully poured warm soup into his bowl.

"Is the soup too hot?" Kurumi asked gently, observing her twin brother's hesitant movements.

Akira smiled, a small nod accompanying his response. "No, it's just... hard to see clearly," he chuckled softly.

Kurumi nodded slowly, understanding without needing to say more. She was accustomed to watching Akira guess what was right in front of him without assistance. Being his twin, she felt a sense of responsibility to always support him, especially in moments like these.

"Akira, if you can't see something clearly, just let me get it for you." She reached for her chopsticks, ready to help if needed.

"Kurumi, I can do it myself," Akira replied with a light laugh. "But... when it comes to reading messages or reports, I still really need you."

Kurumi smiled warmly. "I'm happy to help anytime. After all, we're used to sharing tasks, right? You gauge the situation around us, and I help read the details that aren't so clear to you."

They continued their conversation, cherishing this simple moment that felt even more significant due to their closeness. With no one else interrupting or demanding attention, the atmosphere belonged solely to them.

However, in the midst of their relaxed chat, Akira suddenly furrowed his brow. He felt something unusual—something he rarely sensed in the safe confines of his home. An unfamiliar energy. It wasn't too strong, but enough to catch his attention. He fell silent for a moment, trying to focus his sixth sense to identify the source of the energy.

Kurumi immediately noticed the change in Akira's expression. "What is it, Akira?"

Akira shook his head slightly, his distant gaze fixed on the window. "Kurumi... I think I'm sensing foreign magical energy. But it's not very strong; maybe it's just... the wind?"

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Kurumi raised an eyebrow, a hint of worry creeping in but her demeanor remained calm. "Foreign magical energy? Could it be someone watching us?"

"I think so," Akira replied. He took a deep breath, trying to shake off the sudden curiosity. "But... it feels strange. Like it's there, then disappears just as quickly. Maybe it's just my imagination."

Still, Akira's curiosity proved difficult to ignore. He stood up slowly, his eyes focusing on the direction where he had felt the energy moments before. Kurumi quickly stood up too, watching Akira's movements carefully.

"I'll check outside for a moment. You don't need to worry, Kurumi," Akira said reassuringly, though he knew his twin was always cautious.

"If that's the case, I'm going with you," Kurumi insisted. "We'll check together, and if there's nothing unusual, we can get back to dinner."

Akira smiled, feeling a bit relieved knowing Kurumi was by his side. "Alright, let's take a look."

They stepped out of the dining room, walking through the quiet hallways. A few guards noticed them and bowed their heads respectfully, but they didn't interrupt their path. Finally, they arrived in the garden outside, where the foreign energy had felt strongest just moments ago.

Akira closed his eyes, trying to focus again on the energy he sensed. But after a few seconds, he opened his eyes and shook his head gently.

"It's gone," he murmured, his voice almost a whisper.

Kurumi looked at him attentively. "Are you sure that wasn't just your imagination, Akira? Maybe it was just... a passing wind spell."

"I don't know. I'm not sure myself," Akira admitted. "But it felt like someone was monitoring us. Just for a moment, then it disappeared."

Kurumi studied him for a moment before letting out a short sigh. "Alright then, we just need to be more cautious. There's no harm in being aware of our surroundings."

Akira nodded in agreement. "True. Besides, it might just be a fleeting strange feeling."

As they walked back toward the dining room, the atmosphere felt calmer. Yet, even as they tried to distract themselves from the incident, both Akira and Kurumi couldn't shake the underlying worry in their minds. Coming from one of the respected royal sorcerer families of Aurelius, they knew that threats from outside weren't something to be dismissed lightly.

After a few moments of silent walking, Kurumi finally broke the quiet. "Akira, do you remember the magic formula we've been studying? The one about detecting low-level energies?"

"Oh, the one you said has high sensitivity to unstable energy? Yes, I remember," Akira replied, trying to smile.

Kurumi nodded. "Maybe we can use that as a precaution. I can prepare it in a few minutes if you'd like."

Akira looked at Kurumi, pleasantly surprised but happy to hear her suggestion. "Kurumi, you always think quickly. That's a great idea. Let's set it up tonight and see if anything unusual happens again."

Once back in the dining room, they resumed their seats. Kurumi took a moment to breathe, then smiled gently at her twin brother.

"Then let's continue our dinner. We shouldn't let an energy that might not even be there ruin our appetite."

Akira chuckled softly, feeling comforted by Kurumi's presence, which always calmed him. "Right. I'm hungry, after all. There's no reason to skip out on this delicious dinner."

They returned to their meal with light conversation, attempting to forget the strange occurrence. Yet in their hearts, both Akira and Kurumi remained vigilant. In a world of magic like theirs, foreign energies or seemingly trivial events could signal the beginning of something much larger.

After dinner, Kurumi prepared the detection formula they had discussed, tracing simple runes in the air with her hand. Meanwhile, Akira watched her every movement intently.

"Are you sure this will be enough to detect the foreign energy from earlier?" Akira asked, his tone calm but attentive.

"It won't be as powerful as the main detection system in our residence," Kurumi replied as she finished the last symbol, "but it's enough to register any foreign energy passing through the area. If that energy appears again, I'll know immediately."

Akira nodded, feeling reassured that they had taken steps to be cautious. "Kurumi, thank you. You always think on your feet and make sure everything runs smoothly."

Kurumi looked at her twin brother, smiling warmly. "What's the point of being twins if we don't look out for each other, right?"

Akira simply smiled, and they both enjoyed the rest of the evening in peace.

***

In the dark and quiet night, Laura Morgan moved like a shadow through the Yoshitsuki family residence. Behind her calm exterior, her mind raced, assessing every corner and possibility. The traditional architecture of the Yoshitsuki home, with its ancient design and high walls, thickened the atmosphere with an air of caution.

"The security here is pretty tight," Laura thought, checking the anti-detection magic tools on her wrist. These tools were masterpieces crafted by Ellora, the princess who had developed devices with intelligent and complex formulas. She activated them one by one, turning on anti-radar mode and a camouflage shield to hide her aura from anyone who might sense magic in the area.

As she navigated between patrolling guards, Laura analyzed their movement patterns. "They're well-trained," she mused, observing how they moved like robots with strict discipline. She watched their every step closely, waiting for the perfect opportunity before slipping through an open corridor toward the main building.

After passing several neatly arranged traditional structures within the Yoshitsuki estate, she glanced at the radar on her wrist. The device indicated a building with much stricter security than the others. "Of course, that building must hold something important," she thought.

As Laura approached the building, she suddenly stopped. Two figures emerged at the end of the corridor, moving in the same direction—a teenage boy and girl who appeared to be twins. They walked calmly, seemingly unaware of their surroundings, but Laura knew she had to act quickly to avoid detection.

"Twins, huh? Probably Akira and Kurumi," she recalled from her earlier research. They were direct descendants of this family, and Laura didn't want to draw their attention. She held her breath, lowered her body, and hurriedly moved closer to the main building.

"Now's the time," Laura decided. She activated her unique magic, Frequency Pulse Manipulation. This special ability allowed her to vibrate at a low frequency, blending her entire body and camouflage clothing with solid objects without altering their shape. Laura touched the wall of the building, and as her frequency synchronized with the wall, she felt its atoms spread apart, allowing her to pass through the structure without a trace.

Once inside, she stopped manipulating her frequency and took a moment to breathe. The room she stood in was filled with antique furniture, reflecting the traditional characteristics of the Yoshitsuki family that emanated from every corner of the home. But she didn't want to get lost in the charm of the décor—her mission was far from complete.

She began to examine several rooms, moving cautiously and silently. Some rooms contained computers with an old-fashioned design but were filled with glimmering magical devices. There were holographic screens protected by magical barriers, and Laura was careful not to trigger any security systems without certainty.

"So many layers of security," she muttered to herself, admiring the meticulousness of this family in safeguarding their secrets.

However, Laura remained focused on her mission. Finally, after checking room after room, she reached a larger door. The aura around this door felt different—colder and more rigid. She sensed protective magic installed specifically for this entrance, detectable only by those experienced in sensing such energy.

"This is it," Laura thought with relief.

She prepared her magical code-breaking device, another masterpiece designed by Ellora for this mission. The small round tool emitted a faint glow when placed at the center of the door. The magic on the device radiated, merging with the protective energy of the door, and after a moment, it opened silently.

Inside, Laura discovered shelves full of neatly arranged magical data storage devices, appearing to be the Yoshitsuki family's data center. Large servers stood in one corner, sparkling with tiny lights indicating that the devices were active.

Laura approached one of the magical data storage devices and observed the holographic screen above it. She activated the magical tool she had brought, designed to copy essential data from these devices without leaving a trace.

"Well done, princess," Laura thought, admiring Ellora's attention to detail in designing these specialized devices.

The scanner in her hand began to work, emitting a light that slowly surrounded each holographic screen on the server. The data gradually reflected on the device, copying all the information carefully concealed in the Yoshitsuki family's security system.

However, in the midst of the copying process, Laura felt a surge of magical energy begin to stir around her. The aura intensified, as if something had detected her presence.

"No way… is this an automatic alarm?" Laura thought, feeling a pang of nervousness.

She checked her threat detection device, ensuring that there hadn't been a drastic change in the surrounding security system. But the energy continued to build, creating a heavy atmosphere throughout the room. Laura tried to calm herself, focusing on the copying process that was still underway. Just a few more seconds, and she would have all the data she needed.

Finally, the scanner in her hand stopped glowing, signaling that the copying process was complete. Laura exhaled in relief, but she couldn't let her guard down. Something felt off.

"I need to get out of here," she thought, hastening her steps toward the exit.

She quickly reactivated her Frequency Pulse Manipulation and moved swiftly through the building's walls, feeling a sense of urgency. Once outside, the magical aura she had sensed earlier abruptly vanished, like a breeze blowing away.

Laura glanced around, assessing whether anyone had noticed her presence. But everything seemed unchanged; the guards remained at their posts without signs of panic.

"Could it be… just an automatic security effect without a report to the central system?" she pondered, feeling somewhat relieved. She knew that sometimes, highly magical security systems could detect intruders without triggering alarms for all guards. A smart system, but without confirmation of surveillance, it likely just logged the presence of the intruder for later review.

Laura moved quickly yet calmly, stepping back toward the designated safe point she had planned to exit the Yoshitsuki residence. Each step was deliberate, nearly soundless. Thanks to Ellora's camouflage tools, she remained hidden from anyone's sight, allowing her to cross the corridors freely.

As she made her way out, her mind replayed what had just happened. "I'm sure the magical aura was strong enough to detect my presence. But strangely, no one came to that room," she thought.

Laura smiled softly. "Yeah, this mission was a success," she murmured with satisfaction, though her mind was still filled with unanswered questions.

One thing was certain: she had obtained the information Ellora needed. Now, all that was left was to deliver her report and await further developments from this mission.

***