Ellyn watched Hazuki slump onto the veranda, sulking over his lost opportunity.
"Uncle?"
Hazuki let out a deep sigh.
"Haaaaaa… what?"
Ellyn smiled.
"Just stay there and drink your coffee."
Hazuki grumbled, taking a sip.
"Fine… where are you going?"
Ellyn picked up the book, clutching it tightly.
"I'm going inside for a moment."
Hazuki shrugged.
"Oh… okay."
Ellyn walked inside, closing the door behind her.
Then—she took a deep breath and activated her Absolute Eye skill.
In an instant— the knowledge of Elemental Control flowed into her mind.
She felt the mana shift within her, adjusting to the new skill effortlessly.
Just then—a familiar voice called out.
"My lady."
Ellyn's ears perked up.
She turned to see her "mother"—Mrs. Faria—standing near the hallway, watching her carefully.
Mrs. Faria gestured for Ellyn to follow her.
The two of them moved toward the kitchen, far from Hazuki's earshot.
Mrs. Faria crossed her arms, her expression serious.
