Since the others were waiting to see Richard, Amelia and Richard didn't go all the way, and after cleaning up in the bathroom they changed their clothes—Amelia was reluctant to let go of the maid ones—and descended to the first floor.
There, Bellarine along with Bella were chatting—mostly Bellarine talked—and Lilia was with Violet and Emily. They all seemed relaxed and happy, and the scene alone made his heart melt.
"Evening." He greeted, and at once, every gaze turned toward him.
Bella flew towards him and hugged her brother. She hasn't seen him since he left to save Ethan. Although she came to see him when he was asleep, still meeting his conscious self held more importance.
"I heard you were fine but until I hear it from you, I couldn't trust anyone."
Richard rubbed her back and assured, "Your brother is safe and completely unharmed."
"Young Master, I heard you met a 'familiar apostle' there?" Lilia asked, with a frown on her face.
