It had been months since the disappearance of Eva and other students at Remeya Academy.
The officials, instructed by Draconis Luminis from the province of Aurelia, had finally come to relay the news to the Astarot family.
As the carriage arrived at the grand gates of the Astarot mansion, the three junior officers stepped out, their faces somber.
The mansion's servants welcomed the officials with polite bows and led them inside, offering them tea in the elegant sitting room.
The atmosphere was heavy, everyone aware that the news the officials bore would not be good.
Valtor, Jade, Diaval, and the rest of the family gathered in the room.
The lead officer cleared his throat, his voice steady but tinged with sadness.
"We regret to inform you that after extensive investigations and search efforts, it has been concluded that Eva Sylvarith Astarot and the other missing students are now declared deceased."
