Chapter 36

Helena's Pov

I sat sadly on the edge of my bed. After Alfred left our house, I immediately entered my room. Duncan and I just met again but we only talked for a short time. And it seems that he is angry with me. I don't know why he seems to be angry with me because I don't have time to ask him anymore. He was in a hurry to leave. I was slightly startled from my seat when I heard a soft knock outside the door. I took a deep breath before standing up and opening the door.

"What do you need?" I asked my brother in an annoyed tone. I'm not in the mood to talk to anyone right now.

"Why do you look annoyed, Sis? Do you have a red spot today?" Jessie joked with me. I gave him a sharp look and I was about to close the door but it didn't work because Jessie blocked his body from the door.

"I'm not in the mood to mess with you, Jessie. So whatever you want to say, just say it quickly," I said gruffly to my brother.

Jessie's expression suddenly became serious before speaking again. "I was