Chapter 416: Astoria's Confession

In the early morning, Vaan found Astoria already awake—or rather, she had returned from her trip to Blackmoon Academy.

Nevertheless, she appeared to have some thoughts on her mind, causing her to lose focus and bump into him. As a result, she was greatly startled when she glanced up and saw his face.

"V-Vaan. Good morning."

"What's plaguing your mind, Astoria?"

"It's… No, it's nothing."

"Didn't we promise to communicate and not hide anything?"

"Ah, you're right," Astoria nodded with a sigh after hearing Vaan's reminder. Then, after taking some time to gather her thoughts, she suggested, "Let's go for a walk."

"Alright," Vaan agreed.

The two left the lord's estate and took a stroll around central town; their pace was neither fast nor slow. Instead, they were steady and calm.

Vaan did not rush Astoria but patiently waited for her to speak when she was ready.