Anthony looked at Ema, who held onto him tightly, embracing him with her small arms. It was the day when Anthony would depart for the imperial capital with Lysandra, and Ema didn't want to part with him. Despite his attempts to console her, Ema was visibly affected, her eyes filled with tears. Although she understood the situation, it was difficult for her to say goodbye to her older sister.
After a quiet conversation with Ema, he finally managed to convince her to let go. Though it hurt, Ema knew that Anthony would visit her again, and that gave her some comfort. With a resigned sigh, Ema finally released her embrace, allowing Anthony to prepare for his departure.
