Suarez Mansion.
With the news of Luis and Alicia's return. David had rushed to the Suarez estate and was now sitting with Ronald and Lumine, drinking tea. From time to time, his eyes would drift towards the clock, expressing his anxious mood.
"Say, David," Ronald placed the cup back on the table. "I know you are excited to see Alicia. There's no need to be so anxious, right?"
"No, you don't understand, Ronald," Davis shook his head, his tone serious. "After Maria left us, Alicia has been withdrawn all these years. Finally, now, because of Luis, she has opened up a little. I'm worried—"
"You are worried she might revert to her previous self. Building that invisible wall again. Being wary of everyone. Is that it?" Lumine said, watching the variety of emotions on David's face.
"Yes…" David nodded with a heavy expression. "That is exactly what I'm worried about. Even with Luis' company, I don't know if the Academy's environment might affect her."
