This serenity was even scarier than trouble. Perhaps Maddie had to call it terrifying. It felt very unpleasant, like a big lump in the heart. Maddie stared at Castelia, her serious gaze indicating she had something on her mind.
Castelia had a hunch but said nothing and patiently waited for Maddie to speak. "Let's go see her," Maddie said seriously.
It's not like Maddie wants to die young, she just can't help but be curious. At least Maddie needs a reason to explain Melody's attitude. "No, Madd," Castelia refused. "Wouldn't it be better if Melody forgot about us? We have no reason to show up and make her mad."
Castelia had her reasons but Maddie would die if her questions weren't answered. "We'll just get through her, that's all," he insisted. "I wonder what her reaction would be if she saw us."
"Mad-"