#13. On a Night Like This, When the Stars Twinkle

#13. On a Night Like This, When the Stars Twinkle

“You know this incident can’t just be quietly swept aside, Eli.”

Albris’s study was dark and quiet.

The late-spring rain continued to drizzle. The heavy clouds and bleak view beyond the window only deepened the somber mood.

Inside, Eleonore, the lady of the estate, and Albris sat facing each other with steaming white porcelain teacups before them.

“Sigh… I know, but…”

Eleonore sighed softly, looking displeased. Albris continued in a voice full of concern for his younger sister.

“Eli, you know how your brother feels about you, don’t you?”

Eleonore nodded gently.

“To be honest, I don’t want you to go back to the West, either. The thought of my adorable little sister disappearing from my sight… It’s just awful.”...