Isla only watched the mother close her laptop. She didn't react immediately as she stared into the closed device. 'I am a mother...' That was what Sophia said. If Sophia stopped Isla from directing their defenses, did that mean she was willing to have Luca taken away by the demons instead? No, no, if Sophia did that… that would be breaking the oaths of being a minister.
The youngest sister lifted her eyes to look at Sophia, and her gaze was filled with bitterness. "Mum, if you do this right in front of me..."
"I know. Ethan can see me very well, too. But I can't bring myself to fight for Luca's slow execution. I had already lost track of Alessa and Gianna's whereabouts. I can see you, Isla, but I have no idea if I will lose you as well." Sophia clutched on her chest. "If I lose Luca now, I… it's no better than receiving divine retribution."
