Chapter 258 - Sneaking Out (3) (1/2)

Rhys squinted as he tried to get a good look at Ingrid's face and stature.

Trying to test out his suspicions, Rhys began to talk about the times he spent with Nana, trying to see if all this was just a sick game or not.

”You really don't remember me, Nana? Cmoooon… you promised to be my friend, remember? Don't you recall visiting me? Sparring with me? You don't remember farting in the middle of our lunch because you ate too much? You don't remember eating that 'dessert' which turned out to be just table decorations? You don't remember--”

Ingrid gritted her teeth as she cut him off.

”I DON'T! Now tell me, why did you grab me?!”

Rhys was starting to feel irritated at all these mind games. And he failed to hide his irritation on his face.

”Seriously, what's going on with you, Nana? Are you okay or did you finally snap?”

He was about to grab Ingrid again, wanting to check if she hit her head or something. But before he could grab her, Ingrid dodged and suddenly dashed away.

Rhys looked at her back with a dumbfounded expression as he tried to wrap his mind on what was happening.

Did he mistake someone for Nana, after all?

He had the urge to chase after her, but before he could take a step, he suddenly heard footsteps behind him.

Afraid of being caught sneaking in the Magic department, he slowly retreated back to the shadows.

Then, just as he was about to leave, he suddenly saw a familiar face that passed him by. That familiar face held a thunderous expression while staggering towards the direction where Ingrid went.

Rhys furrowed his brows while he observed but when the familiar face suddenly stopped, he panicked.

This is bad! If he gets caught by that person…

He cursed under his breath as he hurriedly tiptoed away from the place. It was probably a sign for him to stop and go back. The only reason he snuck out was to check up on Nana and Raghnall. He already checked the Lily dorms and met Raghnall there. And much to his disappointment, he knew from Raghnall's annoyed face that Nana wasn't there so he was en route to the training area hoping to find her there instead.

But to think he'd meet a doppelganger on the way…

He recalled Ingrid's stoic and cautious face that held a calculating gaze. It reminded him of a small cornered beast, trying to bare its fangs despite knowing that it wasn't strong enough against its opponent.

Nana never ever looked at him that way so it was quite a shock for him. She never looked at him with so much wariness and fear and it didn't settle well with him.

Truthfully, he missed that pure gaze she always sent his way as she listened to his stories. The innocent smiles she always gave as they talked and talked about the most ridiculous things together while they ate. He missed those moments where every time he had an idea, no matter how ridiculous, she'd always be more eager to try it out. And that whenever he wanted to mess with Raghnall, she'd always be up for the task.