Chapter 243

Thalia's voice carried a playful lilt as she looked at Wren. "From now on, whenever I don't have class, I'll come see you, alright?"

She looked every bit the carefree, mischievous girl, yet in her eyes there was a fleeting flash of something deeper-concern, protectiveness, and an unspoken vow. She just wanted to see Wren smile.

Wren's expression softened, as though speaking to a child she cherishe