Acting Differently

Aurora’s POV

“Who is there?” Lord Frederick asked in an annoyed tone, obviously not happy that we were being disturbed.

“Apologies, sir, but Sir Reed is here to see you,” the guard announced, and I swallowed nervously.

“Tell him I will be with him shortly,” Lord Frederick said to the guard, who obeyed and left. Afterward, Lord Frederick stared at me for a moment before he took another step away. “You should prepare for school.” With those words, he turned and left my room.

After he left, I sat on the bed and pondered on his attitude the moment he knew my father was around. There was this glint of guilt in his eyes, and it scares me to think that one day he might have a change of heart.

Sighing heavily, I stood up, packed my things, and left my room. Taking the stairs to the living room, I met Father and Lord Frederick. The moment Father saw me, he had a relieved look on his face. “Aurora,” he called out to me, while I frowned and made my way towards him.

“Good day, Father,” I greeted