In the early morning, soft sunlight quietly crept into the room and fell across the dormitory beds. The sleeping girl's eyelids trembled slightly; she would soon open her eyes and wake up.
Katrina stared at the unfamiliar ceiling in confusion, then turned to survey the strange surroundings. Her thoughts stalled briefly.
She suddenly sat bolt upright. The unfamiliar surroundings made her realize that she was not at home.
Where was she?
She suddenly remembered what had happened last night. Rubbing her sleep-fuddled cheeks, she lay back down.
This was Albert and Isabelle's new home. Last night, Mrs. McDougal had ordered Katrina to come here to avoid the danger that might be coming.
Honestly, if Albert had been an ordinary person, then showing up at someone else's home as he had last night and saying a pile of incomprehensible things would have earned him a reputation as either a lunatic or someone spreading alarmist rumors. It was also rather rude.
But Albert's words were still worth taking seriously. Especially after learning that he was a Master of Prophecy capable of foreseeing the future, she had to give the matter some thought.
No one was stupid. If they had not truly sensed danger, they certainly would not have wanted an unwanted third wheel in their lives.
At least, she would not have.
Yes, a third wheel.
That was how Katrina saw herself.
Although she got along quite well with Albert, living here made her feel like she was in the way. Especially since she had once liked him, while the one he loved was her own sister. The three of them living together was truly awkward.
Katrina had not actually wanted to come, but Mrs. McDougal clearly would not allow her to refuse Albert and Isabelle's arrangements.
Most of the time, Katrina