章 44: Unexpected help: Time leap [3]

"What will you do with them?"

"Read what's inside, obviously."

"Why? These books aren't meant for a child like you."

"Then why do you have them?" Agatha crossed her arms, her juvenile defiance accentuating Amanda's discomfort in the corner.

"U-Uhm, children," Amanda stammered. "Why not share? Little mister Takahashi, you have an extensive collection right here already, can't you let this sweet lady borrow one?"

"I question the 'sweet' part," Takumi replied, his lips thinning. "Moreover, these books are part of a series," he shoot Agatha a glare. "If she truly wishes to read them, she'll need to wait for her turn."

"How convenient," Agatha said, rolling her eyes before turning to Amanda. "It's fine, Amanda. I don't compel others, particularly those who lack consideration."

With that, she departed in search of another library. After an hour of fruitless searching, the sun began to set.