"I was rejected."
In the grand hall, Phinis stood by the window, gazing out at the snow-white world. He recalled Hewinia's frightened bunny-like retreating figure, constantly shaking her head and muttering, "No, no, no, this is a big matter. I need to ask my teacher," before she clumsily fled the scene. He couldn't help but slightly lift the corners of his mouth.
"He really is an interesting fellow."
Seeing Phinis care so much about Hewinia, Orenna, who was standing behind him, clenched her fists tightly, her nails digging deep into her flesh.
"Did Elder Brother come here for that woman?"
"Hmm?" Phinis turned around, looking at his sister, then smiled. "What else would it be? For you?"
Those words instantly made Orenna's face turn pale. Her body involuntarily shook, as if she could fall over at any moment.
