The Clash Of Manors

“What are you doing here alone, Chloe?” Nicole asked when she saw the young lady with light-brown hair reading in the library alone. “Where’s Ethan?”

Chloe gave the pink-haired beauty a side-long glance before returning her attention to the book she was reading.

“Ethan’s been busy with his training,” Chloe replied. “But, I don’t know what kind of training it is. He spends most of his time locked up inside his room. Even his Manor Mates don’t see him often aside from breakfast, lunch, and dinner.”

“I see…” Nicole smiled after hearing the dissatisfaction in Chloe’s voice. “The Clash of Manors will happen in two days' time. He really is doing his best in order to not fail his Manor’s expectations. It’s quite unfortunate that their chances of winning are low to begin with.”