Julia had a lot of things on her mind because of the attack that happened targeting her family… She couldn't help but feel that it wasn't just a simple robbery. Although many of her relatives didn't believe her, she just knew that something was wrong.
Nonetheless, as soon as she heard that Rayven had returned, she stiffened for a bit and calmed herself. Rayven was a bit too clingy to her, but right now, she really needed the help of the Holy Family. She had to act properly in front of him even if he got a bit too physical.
When Rayven entered, she offered a polite smile, though it carried a stiffness that matched the distance between them.
Rayven didn't miss that.
"Ahem… Welcome back, Rayven," she said softly.
Rayven nodded, still cautious about how to act around her. "Julia."
Their tones felt just like an act of formality. Though they were engaged by arrangement, they had barely spoken in the past.
