CrossRoad · From Now On - III

Hearing this, Seraphina's hostility visibly diminished. She grumbled, "I suppose that's about right. Hmph... You say you are indifferent to sacrifices, but you're not so different from me, Ravenna."

"I'm not entirely indifferent; I've developed more rational and clear standards and boundaries. As for differences... Aren't you also merely pretending to trust Marlina, when in fact--"

Ravenna's words faltered as she observed Seraphina's suddenly frozen expression. 

She averted her gaze apologetically, "I'm sorry, I misspoke. Please don't take it to heart."

"..."

Seraphina scratched her head before laughing casually, "What are you talking about? You didn't say anything wrong. Don't be so sensitive, Ravenna. I'm not at all--"

The door beside them suddenly opened, interrupting her words.

"Ah, Ansel! You're finally done!"

Seraphina immediately halted her previous conversation, charging into Ansel's arms as he opened the door.