Instinct 2

Saying this, Daphne did not forget how Carolus had contacted her earlier that morning. It was about an hour after she, Norah and Elice had left the house. They were on their way to the Harmony House orphanage when the call came in.

"But I was even more surprised when you said that Garrett was on his way to Dirk's house."

Saying this, Daphne unconsciously took a deep breath. She tried to calm herself, because just saying that made Daphne's heart race. Especially before? Especially because Elice was sitting next to her. She only hoped that Elice had not overheard their conversation.

"My apologies, madam," Carolus said. "I just wanted to inform you as soon as possible."

"It's okay. I understand. What you did was right."

Carolus breathed a sigh of relief. Only Daphne did not seem to feel the same. Her calm face, now showing signs of age, looked restless.

"Madam."

Daphne blinked once. Her eyes returned to Carolus.

"Is there something on your mind? Is there something I should do?"

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