CELESTINE’S P O V

‘‘Oh… you don't like seafood?’’ Ada inquired while attempting to conceal her displeasure. ‘‘It' okay… There are still many different foods available here. There are still ribs, roast lambs, and steaks…’’

‘‘Why did you cut your hair?’’ I paid no attention to Ada and instead focused on Leina, who was sitting next to her brother. ‘‘I recalled that you always preferred to have long hair...’’

Leina's worried gaze was fixed on mine. ‘‘I... thought that your haircut was attractive, so I cut mine as well... You’re not angry at me, right?’’

‘‘Angry?” It made me laugh. ‘‘I'm not angry at all. Do you agree that her...