Hearing my direct and upfront words, mother stopped stroking my head and peered into the depths of my eyes.
It seemed like she was looking into my soul, making me a tad bit afraid of her. Her expression was serious, and I felt the majesty of her strength and aura.
However, I stood still, baring my defences, and let my mother scrutinise me. I thought that it would be over in a jiffy, but it didn't.
Still, it didn't take too long before my mother ended her observation as she nodded at me with a warm smile.
"Good, darling~. You still have a firm conviction and unwavering principles. I have been quite satisfied with Anais since the first meeting. Though she acts frivolous, she is a good girl. And you have also never forgotten your sister. So, I am satisfied. You both handled Alice well when she was upset."
I was initially delighted at getting her approval, but she said she had already known everything in the cabin.
