Magic developed to conduct surveillance in the world outside the Painting Prison Magic String. It unfolded in a slightly different way than Sylvia expected.

She thought of it as the connection of consciousness by simply inserting Julies mind into Arloss doll. But Julies diary, which she used as a medium, overreacted. The memories and mana contained in her diary and a certain obsession resonated with the magic.

In other words Julie, before her memories were rewound, was put in Arlos doll. Maybe that was another of Epherenes arrangements.

So, Sylvia was now watching the situation through the crystal ball. Julie had met Deculein and revealed her identity.

This is complicated.

Arlos said. Carla, beside her, nodded.

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