When Alric had called Nora, he was sitting near the pool. He did not move from there for a long time. Late night swimming had cleared his mind. But he did not leave after it. He settled on a chair and stared at the water until a figure blocked the water from his eyes.
Nora was sitting on the edge with her feet dangling into the water. She looked lost in her thoughts. It was not the tension of the exam. But a strange grief that did not let her go. He could recognise this pain anywhere for he held it in her heart for a long time.
Since her mother died , he was forced to join this crazy family. Could it be that she was missing her parents? Did she even remember them? He had heard she was only five when they died.
Nora turned when she felt a strong gaze burning her back. Her eyes widened and lips parted. She was sure that he had not come after her.
"Mr Spencer!" She nodded softly.
