The End of Childhood - Two (III)

"Everyone... everyone, listen to me." 

Seraphina's lips trembled incessantly, her nails digging into her palms. She maintained the smile on her face and the confidence that had been so hard to ignite, trying her best to raise her voice: "We don't need that guy... I mean, we don't need Hydral, I can do it, I can help everyone live better, right? By relying on ourselves, with our own hands, we can also become better!" 

The surrounding noise quieted down, everyone was looking at Seraphina. 

Still relief, peace, such comforting and peaceful eyes. 

—But they were like... ruthless ice knives… dissecting Seraphina's personality. 

"That's great... Seri has really grown up, she's considering for Lord Hydral, Lord Hydral will be very happy if he knows."