Chapter 160. 6 Feet Tall

Chantel Raven

Taking a moment to collect myself before responding, I decide I've said enough for now.

"You can no longer think of me as your sister," she declares, leaving me to ponder her unspoken thoughts. Regardless of her feelings, the bond remains; she will always be my sister.

"Chantel, I—"

"I do not want to hear another word," I interrupt, adding with a hint of sarcasm, "Oh, wait, sorry, I forgot, my lady."

She looks away, tears streaming down her cheeks, making it all seem too facile for her.

"Maybe you should talk another time," Z suggests.

"My lady has made it abundantly clear that I am not someone she should associate herself with."

"Birdie, come on—"

"Can you stop the carriage, please?" I turn around, knocking on the window-like structure.

The carriage halts, and after thanking the driver, I stand up immediately. Summoning coura