218 Threading Clues-III

Next day arriving, Elise met Vella who had prepared herself to leave the castle. It was still early in the morning where the hazy fog of the morning coming over. The snow had grown thicker where Elise felt her boots sinking in but not enough to slow her movements.

"Take care," said Elise to Vella who was holding a trunk on her hands. Separation was never easy, she thought.

Vella took her hand, squeezing warmly and a small smile appeared on her face when she stared at Elise's face, "I am sorry. I know I tried to talk to Carmen, but I should have reported it before to Maroon, and perhaps we might be able to avoid things or getting your harmed. But I was afraid. If only-"