"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to eavesdrop on your conversation. It's just that my hearing surpasses that of ordinary people, and some things are beyond my control." Laine shrugged, his expression devoid of any guilt: But... Lady Dietlinde, it has been a long time.
"Yes, it indeed has been a long time. Your parents are doing very well. When I passed by Autene, I specially made some rheumatism medicine for Norman, so this winter should be much easier for him." Dietlinde wasn't the type of witch who loved to tease others; a couple of sentences were typically enough. She spoke earnestly to Laine.
