Raelynn closed the final page of the book with a satisfied sigh. It had taken her just two days to finish, and she couldn't help but admire how well it had held her attention. Reading had been a good distraction, a way to fill the time and keep her mind from wandering too much. She glanced at the clock on her bedside table. It was late morning on a weekend, and she decided it was time to return the book to the library.
Sliding off the bed, she placed the book carefully in her bag before heading downstairs. It was now a habit to let Elion know where she was going before leaving the house. At first, it had felt unnecessary, even bothersome, but over time, it had become a habit she didn't think about.
Walking through the halls, she searched for him. Silence filled the mansion, broken only by the gentle whisper of the wind against the curtains. Finally, she found him in his office.
