Chapter 74
I felt her lean in and gave me a kiss on the cheek.
“See you tonight, sweet cheeks!” The assistant opened the door for her as I rubbed my cheek, embarrassment flowing to my cheeks as she skipped her way back home with a stupid grin.
I stole glances around the room, trying to calm myself. The young assistant had an almost wistful smile on her face, as if she wanted to be in my place. Sebastian didn’t seem to care at all.
He began speaking as soon as I had calmed down. “As we understand, I am to help you access Cestra’s Archives. Unless circumstances change, my assistant’s aid and I will end once the task is complete. The Acadamae is a neutral organization, and once the injustice is corrected, we shall resume our usual duties.”