Secret Mission

Nina and Eris casually headed towards Ashnard's room. Nina replies ..., "It's me," ... when Ashnard asks who is knocking on his door.

"Since yesterday, you didn't like the book I showed you. This time I still haven't given up. I brought a book that I'm sure you'll like," Nina explained as Ashnard appear from the open door.

"What book?" Ashnard asked curiously.

Nina gripped her book tightly behind her. "You'll find out later."

Ashnard smiled mockingly as if he was degrading Nina's book taste. He was sure the current book would be just as boring as the previous one. "Okay. Then let's go to the library." Ashnard said yes not because of the book, but because he wanted to enjoy Nina's voice while telling stories.

"No." Nina suddenly placed her palm on Ashnard's chest and restrained him. "I want to read it ... in your room," said Nina, struggling to meet Ashnard's eyes.

Ashnard was silent and didn't say a word, but his shifting gestures seemed to let her in.