[Back in the villa]
"So, you won't be joining us today?" Andrew's voice echoed through the opulent hall, his eyes mirroring the disappointment etched on his face. The unexpected decision from Lady Winter and her children not to attend the carnival hung in the air, palpable and heavy. Their initial shock had morphed into collective disappointment, evident in Andrew's puppy-dog expression that resonated with those eagerly anticipating the festivities.
Lady Winter shook her head, her lips forming a regretful smile. "We have a series of important meetings lined up today," she fibbed, a pang of guilt pricking her as she watched Andrew's excitement dim. The truth was, that human affairs and activities had grown increasingly overwhelming for them. Even her children opposed the idea, given their looming responsibilities.
