Anathemas Fire

"Hey, Sera, remember when Grandpa said we were going to save the world?" Maria grinned at her cousin, hoping to spark a little excitement.

"Of course, I remember! It's the truth after all!" Seraphina crossed her arms with a proud expression.

I rolled my eyes. "I don't think he ever said you two were going to save the world and you won't either."

Sera bristled. "Hey, don't be so dismissive. We could do it if we tried!"

I wasn't convinced. "I hate to break it to you, but saving the world is a pretty big job. Not sure you're up for it."

"Y-You! You don't know anything, idiot!"

No, I know very well…Seraphina.

"Grey-haired boy!"

Is that an insult, Maria?

We had been in the same room for nearly 30 minutes, and Maria and Seraphina had the brilliant idea to brag about their lives and the old man.

I listened to them because I was bored, but that old man is definitely spoiling them.

"Um…"