Chương 246: The Alternative Trap (Part 2)
Chương 246: The Alternative Trap (Part 2)
Shirone rushed into the room where his family was staying. He was worried about his mom and dad.
His mother, Olina, had big, dark circles under her eyes. She looked like she hadn't slept in days. She tried to smile so Shirone wouldn't worry, but her face was as white as a sheet of paper.
Shirone's heart ached. He had trained to be a mage and was strong, but this situation was scary even for him. For his kind mother, who had never hurt anyone, this must have been terrifying.
Quietly, he thought, 'I'm sorry, Mother.'
His friend Amy saw him and gave him a small, understanding smile. She wasn't super happy or super serious. She just raised her hand to say hello. Shirone could tell that Amy was a true friend who understood how he felt.
Just then, Reina came out from the next room. Her face lit up when she saw Shirone.
Reina said, "You're here, Shirone! I was waiting for you."
Everyone else looked tired and worried, but Reina was full of energy. As a musician for the king, she was used to being in the castle. Seeing her so confident was new for Shirone, but right now, he didn't feel happy about it.
It wasn't that he disliked Reina. He was just upset that no one understood how he felt. He had to trust other people to protect his family, and he had spent the whole day feeling frustrated and helpless.
Shirone said, his voice cold, "I met with Orcamp." (Orcamp is the king.)
Reina's smile disappeared. Shirone was so angry he didn't even call Orcamp "the king." She knew he was furious.