“—!” Because of my sudden action, William’s eyes went wide. He never expected this—as such, until my lips left his, he was stunned speechless. —the

“Milady, is the water hot enough?” Hannah’s usual cheerful voice could be heard from behind the door. After hearing that, Amelia clapped her hands twice,

“Lewis, I’m coming in!” As the sun set, William tapped the door of Lewis’ room. William opened the door without waiting for the other’s reply.

If only Lionel could be honest to William— —why did you take your eyes off her—!? Why did you not firmly hold her hand—!? Just

Ever so small, Amelia shook her head to prevent Lionel from saying anything more. ‘Don’t say anymore,’ her quiet smile conveyed so. Then, Amelia started

“Amelia—!! Amelia—!! Answer me, Amelia—!!” The man was no longer there. No, to be more precise, the man had escaped. The man who was strangling

William managed to escape him. He ran through the back alley. He wasn’t really familiar with the intricate streets of the city, though. Hannah’s testimony,

“What… a woman…” The man must had understood my intentions. The face of the man looking down at me, with both hands still at my

*** TRIGGER WARNING: SEXUAL ASSAULT AHEAD!!!! —an aristocrat— —the man was bewildered by Nick’s words. At the same time, the man’s swaying was transmitted to

—damn! Without realizing it, I had started running. I still couldn’t believe that kid had pickpocketed someone—it had to be some kind of mistake! I

William’s face turned ugly—where has she gone to? The people who passed by him gave him a dubious stare because he suddenly halted. However, William

“Shall we depart?” William took Amelia’s hand. Together, they descended the stairs leading to the entrance hall. His attire was casual, befitting their leisure stroll

The store, albeit luxurious, had a serene atmosphere. The store itself couldn’t be called big, but it was spacious enough. Along both sides of the

Hannah appeared cheerful as she smiled to Amelia. “It has been a long time since Milady last attended an opera. Moreover, the play is ‘Camellia’—the

Amelia wore a light pink robe and left William’s room to change her attire before breakfast. She went down the long hall to her own

The summer sun was waning. The early morning breeze on the first day of autumn felt nice against the skin. As I spread the curtains,

“I never thought that you would actually write to me. As such, when the letter arrived, I literally did a double take. This is your

The season went around several times. Last week, I was twelve years old. “Your Highness Arthur, good morning.” Violet, carrying a cup of black tea,

“—Violet, I found an interesting book.” “—Violet, I got delicious sweets so let’s eat together.” “—Violet, the weather is nice today, let’s take a walk

“See you next week, Arthur!” When the sun began to sink, Henry waved to me and went home. I watched as his back disappeared behind

Three years later, I was ten years old. It was a very hot day. The summer sun shined mercilessly on the ground, and the heat

I could still hear them— —those unpleasant voices; those voices I desperately shut off—the voices of those who entered my sight— —the hearts of others.