Chapter 323
The mages’ footsteps were remarkably heavy as they entered the Ministry of Magic. Just as they weren’t used to leaving work, coming to work felt equally unfamiliar. They had completely forgotten how wonderful it was to sleep in a bed instead of on a sofa, to eat at a dining table rather than a desk.
Felix hesitated the moment he opened the department door. Though it was clearly sunny outside, why did he see dark clouds, of all things?
“Hi. Good morning.”
“Yeah. Can’t relate.”
“What’s wrong with everyone? Didn’t you all go home yesterday? Did you work even after going home?”
“No, we rested. But after resting once, sitting here feels like death.”
“Felix, how are you feeling? You look tired.”
“No. I’m fine, thanks.”
“He’s been resting since the appointment ceremony because of indigestion. It would be unfair if he wasn’t fine. Come on, hurry and sit. There’s a lot of stuff on your desk.”