"Novalie looked at the large bag of fruits in front of her, and then at the person sitting quietly across from her. She seemed to have thought of something."

"Dr. Osteen, is there anything that brings you joy recently?"

Novalie was smart. That was a reminder.

There's indeed a joyful affair. Xanthus was quick-witted to know what she was talking about. He answered her while giving her a quick checkup.

"Novalie hummed a reply. Then, she looked at Xanthus and asked, ""I don't know what it is, but do you mind sharing it with me?"""

"Of course. You see, my younger sister went missing a few years back. This younger...