His answer was simple, short, and very calm. However, the impact of the response on Merry was far deeper than he expected. Her worried face slowly relaxed as her eyes widened. She seemed almost clueless as to what he said.
However, quickly, her expression turned into relief as her eyes flashed with myriads of emotions. Arthur could read every single one of those moments of honest feelings right in her eyes.
"Is that so… I'm glad… I'm really glad…" She muttered in response as she smiled widely. This entire time, Arthur knew that Merry was hiding her true personality behind the eccentric, sarcastic behavior she put on.
That moment was the very first time Arthur saw Merry in her true character and he was quite surprised by it. He never thought she could even look that gentle.
"Why do you know them?" He asked. "Are they your friends?"
