บท 124: The Void Capitals

A knock echoed through the room just as Azriel's words reached Aeliana's ears.

Annoyed, she shot a cold glance toward the door.

Whoever it was had just ruined her chance to finally get her son to speak to her properly.

She had been so close.

She could feel it.

A little more, and Azriel might have said something important.

'At least I know he's hiding more than he shows...' she thought with an inward sigh.

She had to settle for that, for now.

"Come in," she said, attempting to mask her frustration as the door opened.

Surprisingly, it was her daughter and Mira who entered.

They exchanged hesitant glances, sensing the heavy atmosphere between Aeliana and Azriel.

"Did something happen?"

Aeliana broke the silence first, not wanting the two to catch on to what was happening.

Mira nodded, bowing slightly.