บท 227: The Aftermath

Outside the door, a frown creased Veronica's brow, and the captain mirrored her disapproval. The words that reached their ears evoked a sense of rudeness, and their eyes locked, silently acknowledging their shared understanding.

"Excuse me, ma'am," the captain spoke with genuine concern, his sincerity laced in his words. His gaze softened, and even a smile graced his lips, despite the door remaining closed. "I apologize if our approach seems impolite, but it is crucial that we assess his condition thoroughly."

Veronica, her eyes emanating an icy glare as she imagined the maid's reaction, interjected, her voice tinged with a chill. "Moreover, I witnessed him enter the battlefield and depart without explanation. I am genuinely worried about his well-being."

As the captain's words reached Laura's ears, she initially felt nothing, almost allowing them entry. However, a sudden halt in her step came upon hearing the woman's voice.

*Click.*