Regia's Troubles

Regia had been exuding a gloomy aura for a while.

She was usually timid, but lately, she'd been so downcast that she brought to mind a storm cloud.

I had some idea why. She had even mentioned it herself directly at one point.

It was likely a time of great hardship for her as the Protagonist, both internally and externally.

That's why I made time to speak with Regia alone.

“Young Master··· just the two of us, you suddenly asked to see me, so I came.”

“Welcome, Miss Regia. I merely wanted to chat. Was it rude of me to ask?”

“Oh, no! It was just sudden, but… if it’s a conversation with the Young Master, I’d rather say I’m happy…”

“Then that’s a relief.”

I offered a faint smile...