Private Finished Entertainment District

Euphemia was in no hurry, she calmly strolled ahead with her hands demurely crossed in front of her. She started to slow her walk once she realised how far ahead she had gotten.

"My apologies, It was not my intention to make you rush."

She, of course, had no ulterior motives in coming to The Strip. Standard operating procedure when an operative such as herself arrived in a new location was to scout out the land, learn the terrain, discover what she could about her surroundings. Often, the key to any battle was utilising this information to one's advantage.

But there was no battle to be fought here, no enemy that Euphemia was meant to seek out. She was still on the island, effectively abandoned, and with no higher power to dictate her actions. So, even though it felt futile, she continued her little information gathering exercise. She'd already learned what she could about the school when she first arrived and had investigated the area around the Community center earlier that morning. So as the sun reached its peak around midday, she decided to visit the next major location that she was aware of, with her new acquaintance to show her around.

"Though, I must ask," She spoke in the same, monotone voice as she had all morning. "Are we perhaps nearing the district? I wish to learn as much as I can before the day ends."

"I do not know what to expect from the district, so I am afraid there is not any particular place I'm looking for."

Euphemia waits next to her, letting her catch her breath, standing straight with all her usual poise and refinement. Her head tilts to the side after she speaks, questioningly.

"Is that so? Is there a particular reason students do not come here?"

"Ah, I see..." She gives a very slight frown, looking from her to the direction of the district. "I was unaware such a place was here on the island."

Euphemia had experience with the criminal element back in her home country. Often when she was searching for a target, they would be an excellent source of information. However, interacting with them was usually her handlers job, not something she was particularly suited for. Still, it was worth knowing, even if the info didn't find practical use.

"I apologise," She eventually readdresses Elisa, "I was not aware I was asking you to accompany me to such a place. I would still like to investigate further, but I will not ask you to come with me if it would cause you duress. I assure you I will be able to handle myself should any issues arise."

"If you are sure," She nods. "Thank you again for accompanying me."

With the matter settled, Euphemia gestured her head towards the district. Elisa seemed reliable to her, and with her unfamiliarity with her surroundings, she did appreciate it.

"Let us continue then. I am eager to find out what I can."

Euphemia continued onwards, taking her calm stride along the path. She tilted her head to the side a bit at her question.

"Curfew? No, I do not believe so. I just wish to make efficient use of my time."

She had, of course, been observing Elisa as much as she had been observing her surroundings. She was accustomed to the kind of looks the older girl was giving her, those unfamiliar with her in the church often viewed her similarly. Once others made them aware, they often went out of their way to make sure she knew how they felt.

"Forgive me for assuming," She starts to speak. "But I believe you may have questions about me. I wish to assure you that I do not mind if you ask them. I would not be offended.