Chapter 88: Librarian Ernеst (9). The Difference in What’s Been Built
A gentle breeze blew. Flowers and grasses swayed in the wind.
The sun was partly hidden behind clouds, making the sky a bit hazy—but not gloomy.
It was perfect weather, with beautiful scenery—ideal for a walk. But Eris couldn’t enjoy any of it.
Her mind was in turmoil.
Why is Ernеst here?
Is he really just out for a walk? Or is that a lie?
Did he see me crying? I didn’t shed any actual tears, so maybe it’s fine?
But I was squatting there on the ground like that...
What should I say if he asks? Ignore it? Make something up?
Come to think of it, I still haven’t properly returned that theory book from last time...
Her face darkened as she agonized over everything, but before long—
As she kept glancing at Ernеst for cues, Eris realized something odd.