Chapter 8. A Mother's Word

Later that night, someone knocked on the door of a small house in the village. A charming lady, with red hair tied in braids, in her forties opened the door and found herself face to face with a young woman with green hair, accompanied by 2 familiar faces.

"Hi, Mom."

"Ah, welcome my dear, you too Hope, and...?"

The young lady placed a hand on her face which briefly lit up, when she pulled it back, her face had changed in appearance.

"You, you are..."

"Just and friend of your son, sorry for the intrusion." Elizabeth smiled and we closed the door behind us.

We were sitting in the small living room, Mom had served us tea and Elizabeth had explained the situation to her. Mom remained thoughtful for a moment.

"... I see, I was surprised to see that you were an acquaintance of my son, but it makes sense. Dora, you wish to join the academy?"

"I'm not sure... I want to be sure you're both safe, so I would rather stay here honestly.'

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