Sylvia exhaled softly, finally understanding why Gabriel had been reluctant toe and why he felt the need to bring her along.
After sitting for a while and seeing that Gabriel and Ansel had matters to discuss, she stood up and said gently, “You two chat, I'm
going to take a walk outside.”
Gabriel nodded, “Don't wander too far.”
“Got it,” she replied.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtShe nodded politely to Ansel and then left the parlor.
The estate was breathtaking, but instead of strolling around the garden, Sylvia decided to drive down to the town.
Nestled against the backdrop of rolling hills and a meandering river, the town was known for its rich cultural heritage and was quite
famous in the region. On this New Year's Day, it attracted a large crowd of visitors.
The main street of the town was bustling with New Year celebrations, but Sylvia wasn't in the mood for crowds. She wandered
through quieter streets until a quaint little bookstore caught her eye. A girl in a cape was just unlocking the door.
“Are you open for business?” Sylvia asked with a smile.
The girl turned to face Sylvia, a weing smile on her delicate face, “Yes,e on in!”
Following the girl inside, Sylvia was taken aback by the charm of the interior. Just beyond the entrance was an intricately carved
screen, with a long table set in front of it displaying pens, paper, and an array of books.
Further in, bookshelves lined the walls, their contents meticulouslyanized. Between the shelves were mahogany tables and
chairs, each set with a bowl of New Year candies.
“Feel free to browse or sit anywhere!” the girl said, slipping off her cape to reveal a simple but elegant traditional dress
underneath, her demeanor reminiscent of a character stepping out of a classic .
After making sure Sylvia wasfortable, the girl took a seat behind the long table, busying herself with her belongings
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