Someone in the group mocked her, saying, "How is that possible? I heard Deirdre has been in Germia and hasn't returned to the country. How could you have seen her before?"

"Forget it if you don't believe me." The woman pouted. "I can't remember her name, but I'm sure I've seen her in Neve before."

The group ignored the comment, and the woman changed the topic of conversation.

Meanwhile, Deirdre walked past them and stood alone in a dark corner, sipping her drink.

She knew the woman might hav