บท 155: Taking in an Orphan

On her way to where Cathleen and the others are, Anastasia gets to meet Dennard.

Much to her relief, she seems to have avoided getting any serious injury from yesterday's incident. She does appear gloomy and despondent, which she believes is because of the unfortunate death of her father - she must be devastated. But even then, for someone her age, she is faring a little better than she expected. 

"T-Thank you so much for saving me yesterday..." Dennard timidly started before hesitating and looking away.

"U-Ummm...  M-Ms. Anastasia."

"You're welcome, Dennard. You can just call me Anastasia, though. It's nice making your acquaintance..." Anastasia replied with the sweetest smile she had seen on someone in a long while. 

"By the way, how are you?"

"H-Huh?"

"I feel sorry for your loss. If you want, you can tell me anything that is bothering you. I will be here to lend an ear anytime."