Veiled Truths

At the dinner table, Andromeda broached the topic with a sense of determination, her gaze steady as she decided to address her family. Ever since this afternoon, they had discovered the mana stone mine, she had been thinking about how her mana gathering could become faster if she stayed there a little more. She felt greedy.

"Andromeda, my dear, what's on your mind?" Queen Alexandria inquired, her tone tinged with curiosity as she observed her granddaughter with that similar indifferent face. However, Andromeda was aware that her grandmother just wasn't good with smiling like most people.

Andromeda took a deep breath, gathering her thoughts before speaking. "I've been thinking," she began, her voice clear and resolute. "I would like to spend more time at the seaside estate, particularly on the boat. I find that I am able to meditate more deeply there, and it brings me a sense of peace."