74: The party [pt1]

Horas had not wanted to accompany Howard back to his home but he had made a promise he would not take back. He had to endure Howard’s look of admiration as well as Jack Hollow’s knowing grin.

‘Why did Jack Hollow have to come and accompany us inside? I would be so happy not to see this man again.’

But that was not possible and Horas had to endure this man’s company if he did not want to make Howard suspicious of his intentions.

“Jack, do you know that Horas is the youngest person ever to be appointed at Esper's academy? He is talented as well as a good person.”

Howard praised Horas and every word caused Jack to look more and more amused. It was humiliating for Horas to be praised this much so he quickly shut Howard’s mouth.

“That is enough for you. Jack, if we are done here then I should be heading back now.”