Veronica began to sweat. She was debating whether she should tell him the truth or not. However, she wasn't good at lying because she never lied. She had no reason to lie.
But, there was a high chance for her to be demoted if she told others that she actually broke one of the rules. She could forget about being an apprentice priest in such a case.
She began to stammer, "Umm… the thing is… I was…"
"Did you go out for a stroll?" Cook Felix asked.
"Huh?" Veronica glanced at him. Her emerald pupils were staring at him nervously and confusedly.
Cook Felix laughed and assured her, saying, "Ver, it's fine. You are not the only one who usually goes to the garden in the evening and watches stars. I've seen many of our brothers and sisters doing the same thing. This is nothing to be ashamed of, trust me. I think it's good to gaze upon the stars and think about the future."
