"Thank you for your trust, Mr. Yamao. I'll make the arrangements right away."
After speaking, Julian Vance turned to Vivienne and Captain Dupont, instructing them to lead a team to assist the Gestapo in checking everyone in the ballroom. He then excused himself from Yamao Jun and moved to Elodie’s side, guiding her toward the edge of the hall.
Outside the grand ballroom, ignoring the stony-faced military police guarding the entrance, Julian pulled Elodie a few steps into a quiet alcove before stopping.
"Take your classmates back to your rooms to rest. Stay there. Don't pay attention to anything that happens in the corridors tonight."
"And tell your friends not to cause any trouble. Not a word."
Elodie nodded obediently, but after a moment of hesitation, she leaned closer to Julian and
