Fred overheard Ren's muttering while walking past several bookshelves. "Ren, sorry for not being able to help you later. I have to take care of—"
Ren immediately left without saying goodbye. He didn't notice Fred's presence, let alone heard Fred. Fred smiled blandly as he looked at Ren who was getting further and further away from his sight.
"Until whenever, you will continue to close your eyes. Even an inch's distance can't make my hand reach you."
***
BRUK!
The books that Ren brought were scattered on the floor after bumping into someone. "Sorry, I didn't mean to," Ren said as he crouched down to pick up the books.
"You seem to be in a lot of trouble," said Ozi, picking up the books on the floor one by one.
"Ozi, there's no need! I can do it myself," Ren snapped, immediately taking the book Ozi brought. He saw Alen and Fey who were walking over.
