“Xheree!”
I heard Viel calling me, but I ignored him. Fortunately, a taxi was approaching, so I quickly got in.
“I'm sorry, Viel.” I wiped away my tears.
I needed to avoid Viel because I was afraid that his ex-wife, Matilda, might find out that we were meeting. I was scared that my brother Xeldon might get caught in Matilda's anger.
After a few hours of travel, I arrived home. Instead of entering the house right away, I looked at the entire place. The house that Viel bought for us siblings was so beautiful. It was fully furnished, and most importantly, there was plenty of food.
“I should be happy because we're no longer hungry, but why do I still feel this way? Why am I still sad?” My tears fell again.
“Sister Xheree, why didn't you knock on the door?” Xeldon asked, peering out the w
