The Burden of Responsibility ( 246 )

Inside Armand Manor's study room, a heavy silence hung in the air. Stacks of documents towered over the large mahogany desk, forming what could only be described as a bureaucratic nightmare.

Marcellus, seated at the head of the table, groaned in frustration, raking his hands through his hair. "Ugh!! I hate paperwork!" His voice echoed through the room, but no one came to save him.

Across from him, Cedric slumped in his chair, his expression equally pained. Meanwhile, their personal maids remained composed. Lithia, standing beside Marcellus, exuded a calm, reassuring presence, while Meira focused on something more urgent.

"My head hurts… Meira… more tea, please?" Cedric muttered, leaning back.

Meira smiled softly, her tail swaying gently. "Yes, Master Cedric." She gracefully prepared his tea, placing it alongside freshly arranged biscuits.